Michelle Taylor

Michelle had a personal practice that brought her balance in body, mind and spirit whenever she was on her mat. After years of practice, she initially sought a deeper understanding of the philosophy by becoming a certified instructor. What began as a personal learning journey soon blossomed into a passionate calling to share the transformative power of yoga with her community and was inspired to open a studio based on its name, Mudita, the feeling of joy that comes from seeing others experience happiness. Michelle trained at Long Island Yoga School becoming an E-RYT 500, YACEP.

She also has certifications in the following modalities; Breathing Coach, Yin Yoga, Restorative Yoga for Breast Cancer and Surgical procedures, Yoga for Athletes, Yoga Nidra, Think Wellness Mindfulness Training and Reiki.

Michelle teaches a credited yoga course as an adjunct professor at Hofstra University.


Kelly Connolly

Kelly began her yoga journey twenty years ago while transitioning from her professional dance career. Her practice bridged the gap for her love of movement with spiritual and mental balance. She shares her yoga knowledge by teaching her students to find fluidity and grounding with each pose. Kelly is a 500RYT instructor training at Long Island Yoga School. She is also certified in Yin Yoga and Restorative Yoga for Breast Cancer and Surgical Procedures.

Kelly believes in mobility in the body, peace in the mind and gratitude in the heart.

Susan Lawrence

Susan's yoga practice has evolved over 25 years, her practice has been essential through many of life's transitions. Her teaching is informed by her ongoing transformative spiritual journey and her personal experience especially with the healing effects of restorative practice. Susan is a 500RYT instructor training with Andrea Karahalios in Miami and Red Tail Power Yoga in New York. She is also a Relax and Renew Level 2 Restorative Yoga instructor by Judith Hanson Lasater. She also has certifications in; Alignments and Assists and Nonviolent Communication - learning to listen to ourselves and others. Susan's classes offer gentle tempo breath guided movement with the use of props. Her hope is to share with her students the joy she has found through yoga.

Laurie has over 2o years of experience teaching yoga. She is an E-RYT 500 Yoga Instructor, Reiki Master, Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Provider and is the founder and program director of Long Island Yoga School established in 2007. She is one of the first yoga instructors to teach yoga teacher training certifications on Long Island! Laurie also serves as an adjunct professor at Hofstra University teaching a credited yoga course. Early on she trained under Alan Finger of ISHTA Yoga and Yoga Philosophy at Bhaktivedanta College. She is also certified in Yin Yoga and Trauma -Informed Yoga. Rooted in bio-mechanical principles, Laurie's classes meet the student where they are providing safe movement and accessibility. Laurie encourages you to come as you are and experience the freedom of yoga.


"There is freedom waiting for you, what if I fall? oh but my friend, what if you fly!" Erin Hanson

Laurie Ahlemann

Kerriann discovered yoga while at college and in the very fist class was in awe of its transformative effects, igniting a deep passion to explore the practice further. In 2012, she completed her 500 hour RYT yoga teacher training certification under the guidance of Lori Gentzlinger. Kerriann is also certified in Thai Yoga Massage, Prenatal Yoga, and Reiki, ultimately achieving the level of Reiki Master. She also teaches a variety of classes including Vinyasa, Hot 26&2, Yin Yoga and Restorative Yoga.

Beyond her dedication to yoga, she holds a BA in psychology, enjoys honing her skills in photography and cherishes her role as a mother. Kerriann is rooted in creating connections with students providing support and growth for both on and off the mat.

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Melissa Giambrone

Melissa had been practicing yoga to cultivate more balance in her life, which soon blossomed into a deep sense of peace that she felt inspired to learn more about and share with others. She is a 500RYT instructor including certifications in; Yin Yoga, Yoga Nidra, SUP Yoga, Restorative Yoga and Chair Yoga. Melissa is also a certified Usui Reiki Master.

She adds her knowledge and talent of sound healing to select yoga classes such as Yin and Yoga Nidra. Melissa encourages her students to grow in confidence while fostering a balanced body, mind and spirit.