Kimberly Charbonneau

My Truth.
I believe in the effects of yoga. I have witnessed transformation in myself and in others I practice with. I have always wanted to be a part of something that really matters. I can’t think of anything more fulfilling than helping someone realize their true strength physically and spiritually. Kim's teachers include Baron Baptiste and Annie Q.

Kim is co-director of The Yoga Shop. She is ERYT 500-hour certified and LivFree® certified. Find her at The Yoga Shop EAST and The Yoga Shop WEST.

Lorra Webb

My Surrender.
Yoga has been a journey for me these past years offering me the space on
my mat to give in and to find strength. I surrender to what is, absolute truth.
My mat and this practice allow connectedness to myself and the healing
and power within. I find beauty and tenderness sharing time with those next
to me on their mat. Surrendering to the present moment brings me peace. I
am honored to have this opportunity to share and expand the mission of
LivFree@ Power Yoga. Thank you to my gifted Yoga Shop teachers and
mentors Annie Q, Kim Charbonneau, Lisann Cozart, Julie Liefeld, Dana
Wilcox, Caroline Hannon and Holly Ziegel.

Lorra is the owner of The Yoga Shop Shoreline. She is RYT 500 hour
LivFree@ Certified. Find her at The Yoga Shop Shoreline.

Aisha Eugene

My Sanctuary.
Yoga is that special place I go to—where I keep my secrets, my aspirations, my dreams; my deepest, truest, and honest self. It’s safe, and it’s my own. When I first found yoga, it was to find a fitness practice that met my busy schedule. What I found instead, was a beautiful yet challenging dance of energy, surrender, stability, and strength; I found myself. Yoga gave me all that I needed before I even knew what to ask for. It’s a friend whose shoulder I can always lean on; a confidant I never have to wear a mask in front of. It’s been my adventure—where I’ve met some of my truest friends, and beautiful souls. It gave me a community and a place to belong. To say I love yoga does not do justice to the sentiment. My passion for teaching yoga comes from sharing this delicious secret with everyone I meet, especially in communities where access and knowledge have been limited or don’t exist. I get goosebumps thinking of how healing yoga can be, and how lucky I am to have found it. How could I not want to share that with everyone? Aisha’s teachers include: Annie Q., Dana Wilcox, Kristen Michalak, Monique Davis, Kara Dalena.

Aisha is RYT 200-hour certified. She is also the Studio Manager at The Yoga Shop WEST (Avon location).  Find her at The Yoga Shop WEST.

Kim Brenneisen

My being.
When I step onto my mat inside The Yoga Shop, I am always challenged. Whether that's physically or mentally, I can expect to be vulnerable and pushed past my limits. And even though it is vigorous, it's my safe space. The best thing about TYS is that you never know what to expect to receive from a class. Each class is going to elicit something new out of you -- anywhere from achieving a new pose, to feeling a sense of euphoria, or to discovering a new part of your being. LivFree has grown my practice in more ways than I ever thought possible, and it's also provided me a home away from home. This yoga holds me accountable, helps me stay present and rooted, and it allows me to be my best self. I owe so much to this practice, and I can't think of a better way of paying respect to this freeing yoga than by sharing my passion, my heart and everything I've learned with others. Kim's teachers include Annie Q., Kim Charbonneau, Holly Zygiel, Lisa Cozzi, Kevin Masse, Angie Chokran, Kara Dalena, Kristen Michalak, Dan Jaramillo and Kim Jaramillo.

Kim is a RYT 200-hour certified. Find her at The Yoga Shop WEST.

Valerie Calciano

My Inspiration.
From the moment I walked into The Yoga Shop. I felt inspired. I had taken a break from yoga and forgot how much I missed it. After that first class I knew it would be a constant part of my life. Yoga inspires me both on and off the mat. When I am on my mat I feel inspired not only gain to physical strength but mental and spiritual strength as well. And the inspiration does not end there. The instructors, the members and the community they created constantly inspires and challenges me to grow each and every day in my daily life. I always feel welcome and a sense of peace the minute I walk into the studio. And after leaving I feel inspired and empowered to take on whatever tasks or challenges lie ahead. The Yoga Shop family and LivFree® Yoga provides strength, balance and clarity. As an instructor I want to
continue to grow and hope I can inspire others as well. My teachers and include Annie Q., Kim Charbonneau, Dana Wilcox, Caroline Hannon, Michelle Parker, Jess Goldfarb and Jeff Cappadora.

Val is RYT 200-hour certified. Find her at The Yoga Shop EAST.

Lisa Comeau

My bedrock and my mountain top.
The practice of yoga has given me a foundation for living wholeheartedly.  The teachings, the breath, the movement, and the body and heart awareness are the tools I use to help me appreciate life's beauty and find strength in all its challenges.  Yoga allows me to see the "bigger picture".  The eagle's perspective creates space from my thoughts and grows compassion and connection to others and our planet. The tools of the practice help me daily as I seek to be a kinder, better human.  My hope when I teach is you create a space on your mat that allows for inquiry, compassion, growth and healing.  Lisa's yoga teachers include Annie Q, Kim C, Baron Baptiste, Todd Norian, Tias Little, and every teacher with whom I've practiced!

Lisa is a E-RYT 200-hour and RYT 500-hour certified. Find her at The Yoga Shop EAST.

Jessica Goldfarb

My Guide.
Every time I practice yoga, I feel like I am being led back home.  I unlearn all those jaded life lessons and find myself in a happy middle between strength and compassion.  Yoga has taught me how to believe in myself when I fall, and how to catch myself with love – both on and off the mat!  I know the positive impact that yoga had on my life and I want to share that experience with others.  Jessica’s teachers include Annie Q. and Kim Charbonneau.

Jessica is RYT 500-hour certified. Find her at The Yoga Shop EAST.

Laureen Harper

My Connection.
Yoga is holistic connection to myself, the community, and life. A meditation that allows me to connect my breath to body and to mind. It is physical movement as well as a mental mindset that becomes a guiding force for a more harmonious and fulfilling life. What I have learned on the mat has become a metaphor for the journey of life off the mat, providing a framework for self-awareness and a balanced approach to the ups and downs in life. Although my physical practice might look different than everyone else’s, we are all connected through the human experience and learning that breath represents life itself and acts as a source of strength and perseverance in the face of adversities. Yoga is a journey, not a destination, of self-discovery and gift I am passionate about sharing with others in the community. Laureen’s teachers include: Annie Q, Holly Peronace Zygiel, Dana Wilcox, Kim Charbonneau, YTT classmates, and The Yoga Shop Community.

Laureen is RYT 500-hour certified. Find her at The Yoga Shop EAST.

Shannon Legere

My Unity.
My curious nature has brought me to various studios over the years, urging me to explore many styles of yoga. It led me to study Ashtanga, WHY Power, Vinyasa, Forrest, Katona, and LivFree®yoga. Along the way, I met a wealth of profound teachers who supported my path. I began to recognize each time I stepped on my mat a shift happens, a pull inwards. I’ve observed union with breath, union of mind-body-spirit, and union with the community in which I live. These connections ignite a sense of oneness.  Yoga is the tool I use to bring me back home and unite with limitless potential. When I stumbled across The Yoga Shop, it felt like I opened a door to new world. LivFree® yoga is an energetic experience unlike anything I’ve tried before. Instantly, I was drawn to the hot temperature and diversity of uplifting music. The heat and the music feel good in my body stimulating any stagnant or stuck energy. But what resonated the strongest with me is the strong connection of the people in the studios. From the moment you walk in the door, you are greeted with big smiles. The teachers learn your names and acknowledge you (and everyone) throughout class. This not only makes you feel seen but integrates you into the community. I come back each week not only for my self-practice, but to be with the loving and genuinely good people that are The Yoga Shop. Shannon's teacher's include Annie Q Simard, Holly Zygiel, Dana Wilcox, Toby, Barbara Ruzansky, Nykki Poole, Michael Torrent, Ana Forrest, Cathy Beckius, Lisa Gaumond, Emily Cusson and Jess Goldfarb.

Shannon is RYT 200-hour certified. Find her at The Yoga Shop EAST.

Joanna O’Kelley

My peace. 

I started yoga in 2011 to help get me out of the house on my darkest days and give my body a break from endless cardio. Yoga helped lift my spirits, but I was inconsistent in practice and disconnected in spirit. In 2023, I got laid off, got cancer, and moved from Florida to Connecticut. I dove back into yoga to find stability, community, and peace from my negative, defeatist mind. Each day I unrolled my mat, I focused on one breath at a time, gave myself permission to just be, and started actively letting go of the many ways I disliked myself. Life became simpler, brighter, and fuller. My practice has given me hope for a peaceful future, one that is full of unconditional love, community, strength, and a clear sense of self.  Together at LivFree®, we'll explore your practice with grace and compassion, and create space for you to show up exactly as you are. Joanna's teachers include Annie Q, Dana Wilcox, and Jess Goldfarb.

Find her at: The Yoga Shop Shoreline.

Darcie Schwab

My Light.
My LivFree® yoga practice began in 2021 and since my first class, I have developed a love for yoga. Through my practice, I open my heart and work through the thoughts that dim my light. I feel a sense of peace, self-confidence, and self-love. Yoga is more than physical strength. The lessons I’ve learned from yoga provide guidance in dealing with life’s challenges. It is a path to developing deeper spiritual and mental awareness. Yoga has illuminated my light and consciousness allowing me to share this light with others.  I believe that in finding my light and sharing its warmth and brightness that it enables others to see a way to their light. Darcie’s teachers include Annie Q., Holly Zygiel, Dana Wilcox, and Tammy Ford.

Darcie is a RYT 200-hour certified. Find her at The Yoga Shop WEST.

Rabiat Usman

My Energizer.
Yoga re-energizes my mind, body, and spirit. I literally feel every sense of my well-being come alive every time I step on my mat. And with each recharge, I find myself breaking free from the shackles of my own fears and self-doubt that have held me back for years, from being my true and authentic self. I am so grateful for the opportunity to be able to use this beautiful energy I have and feel with others. My goal is to help students of yoga tap into their own energies and use it as a tool to power through their daily lives with peace and love. Rabiat’s teachers include Annie Q. Simard, Holly Peronace Zygiel, Dana Wilcox, and Mindy Levy.

Rabiat is RYT 200-hour certified. Find her at The Yoga Shop WEST.

Jean Watson

My OM.

YOGA SAVES LIVES! May seem a dramatic statement but I testify to it saving mine! Every time I land on my yoga mat I experience an arrival…a coming hOMe. A return to me.  A Curiosity, a Learning, a Knowing, a Reunion, a Union…saves me every time. Jean’s teachers include: Annie Q., Kim Charbonneau, Julie Liefled, Stephen Watson, her four children and her mom.

Jean is RYT 500-hour LivFree® certified, LMSW. Find her at: The Yoga Shop Shoreline.

Dana Wilcox

My Resilience.
Yoga has taught me that finding my edge will take me places that comfort never could. It has taught me that there is growth and beauty in challenges and that my mind can heal through my bodies movements. I am in constant awe of what this practice has done for me, both on and off my mat. Yoga has empowered me and given me strength that I could not learn from anyone but myself and that is beautiful. Dana's teachers include Annie Q. Simard, Julie Liefeld, Holly Zygiel, Kim Charbonneau, Kristen Michalak and Nadia Goracy.

Dana is ERYT 500-hour, LMFT-A, LivFree® Certified Life Coach. Find her at The Yoga Shop EAST.