Meet The Team

Behind every class is a teacher who brings their own experience, perspective, and passion for helping others feel more at home in themselves. While each instructor has a unique style, we share a common intention: to create welcoming, trauma-sensitive spaces where every person feels seen, supported, and encouraged to move in a way that honors their body.

Our Team

Your Wellness Guides

Adriana Leone

Adriana Leone, RYT-500, C-IAYT Candidate Believes that every person already holds the wisdom they need within themselves. Her role isn’t to fix or change anyone; it’s to create a compassionate space where people can slow down, listen inward, and reconnect with what their body and heart have been saying all along. Through mindful movement, breathwork, somatic practices, and self-inquiry, Adriana helps students build a deeper relationship with themselves and discover what authentic well-being feels like from the inside out.

Her own yoga journey began during a season of emotional and physical challenges, revealing the profound impact that intentional movement, breath, and awareness can have on the nervous system and overall well-being. After spending more than a decade in the corporate world, Adriana understands firsthand the demands of modern life and the importance of creating sustainable practices that support both resilience and balance. She teaches because she has witnessed the transformation that happens when people feel truly seen, supported, and empowered to move in ways that honor their unique bodies and lived experiences.

A Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-500), Adriana has completed her 1,000-hour Yoga Therapy training and plans to sit for the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT) certification exam after launching The Exhale Studio. Her classes thoughtfully weave together yoga philosophy, breathwork, mindfulness, and therapeutic movement to help regulate the nervous system, cultivate resilience, and encourage students to meet themselves with curiosity rather than judgment. Whether leading a gentle flow, restorative practice, or a therapeutic movement session, her intention is always the same: to help students leave feeling more grounded, more capable, and more connected to themselves.

As the founder of The Exhale Studio, Adriana has created a welcoming movement community where every body belongs. The studio reflects her belief that healing and well-being happen through connection, education, intentional movement, and compassionate community—not through perfection or comparison. Every class, workshop, and conversation is designed to remind people that they are already enough, exactly as they are.

Outside the studio, Adriana is an avid traveler and pickleball enthusiast who loves exploring new places and experiencing different cultures. Her favorite adventures, however, are the ones she shares with her boys (including the four-legged furry one). Whether she’s traveling, laughing with family, or building community at the studio, Adriana believes the smallest moments of presence often have the greatest impact, and that one deep breath has the power to change the course of a day – and sometimes, a life.

Michelle Spillman

Michelle Spillman CYT-500 believes that movement is one of the most powerful ways we can reconnect with ourselves. Her classes are grounded, intentional, and deeply supportive, blending purposeful movement with mindful breathing to create an experience that helps students feel stronger, steadier, and more at ease. Whether you’re seeking strength, restoration, or simply a moment to slow down, Michelle creates a welcoming space where you can move with confidence and curiosity.

Michelle teaches because she loves helping people feel better in their bodies and more regulated in their nervous systems. Movement has been a steady anchor throughout her own life, and she is passionate about sharing practices that cultivate resilience, balance, and a greater sense of personal agency. She hopes every student leaves class feeling safe, supported, empowered, and more connected to themselves than when they arrived.

A lifelong learner, Michelle holds a 500-hour Yoga Teacher certification along with certifications in Group Exercise, Barre, and Reformer Pilates through NETA. Her diverse training allows her to thoughtfully blend strength, mobility, stability, and mindful movement into classes that meet students where they are. One reminder you’ll often hear from Michelle is, “Your breath is your anchor. Slow down, listen inward, and let your body show you what it needs.”

Outside the studio, Michelle enjoys traveling, hiking, exploring new places, and spending time with family and friends. Weightlifting is an important part of her routine, offering both challenge and grounding, while slow mornings with a good cup of coffee and an open schedule are some of her favorite moments of all.

Lauren Cengic

Lauren Cengic RYT-200 believes yoga has the power to help people reconnect with themselves through movement, rest, and mindful awareness. Her classes are calming, welcoming, and rejuvenating—creating a space where students can slow down, breathe deeply, and leave feeling more grounded than when they arrived. She believes everyone deserves the opportunity to experience the life-changing benefits of yoga for themselves.

Lauren’s journey began in 2013 while working as a nurse, when yoga became an essential part of caring for both herself and others. After becoming a mother, she felt called to share the practice more deeply and completed her 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training in 2023. Today, she continues to expand her knowledge through specialized training in Trauma-Informed Yoga, Restorative Yoga, Yin Yoga, Yoga Nidra, Prenatal Yoga, Children’s Yoga, and Reiki. She is currently completing her Yoga Therapy training at PranaYoga Institute while working toward her 300-hour certification.

Whether you’re new to yoga or returning to your mat, Lauren is passionate about creating an experience that feels safe, supportive, and accessible. Her hope is that every student leaves feeling restored, empowered, and a little more connected to themselves.

Tonya Bongalis

Tonya Bongalis RYT-200 believes yoga is a gentle invitation to come home to yourself. Her classes feel like a soft landing. She creates space to pause, breathe, and simply be. Through mindful movement, meditation, yoga philosophy, and moments of stillness, she creates an environment where students can reconnect with themselves and leave feeling more grounded, present, and deeply supported.

Tonya teaches because she has experienced firsthand how yoga can transform the way we move through the world. This transfomation happens by not by changing who we are, but by helping us remember who we’ve always been beneath the noise of everyday life. She believes every student deserves to feel seen, accepted, and welcomed exactly as they are. Her classes emphasize curiosity over perfection, compassion over comparison, and the understanding that every practice is enough.

A trauma-informed yoga and meditation teacher with more than 500 hours of advanced training, Tonya has studied with many of today’s most respected teachers, including Eckhart Tolle and Kim Eng, Krishna Das, Sharath Jois, Kino MacGregor, Rachel Brathen, Kevin Ellerton, and others. She is also a classically trained Reiki Master in the Usui lineage and offers sound healing as part of her holistic approach to well-being. Above all, Tonya lives the practices she shares, believing that our breath is an anchor and that the wisdom we seek already lives within us.

Outside the studio, Tonya enjoys spending time with her family, exploring spiritual wisdom, practicing Reiki, leading sound baths, creating with her hands, walking in nature, and finding joy in the simple moments of everyday life. Wherever she is, she is drawn to experiences that cultivate presence, connection, and love.

Julia Slocum

Julia Slocum CYT-200 believes yoga offers something we all need—a chance to slow down, reconnect, and simply breathe. Her classes feel like a long exhale, combining intentional movement with mindful breath to help students leave feeling more grounded, centered, and at ease than when they arrived. She creates a calm, welcoming environment where every student is encouraged to honor their body and practice with compassion.

Julia teaches because she believes meaningful transformation begins when we create space to reconnect with ourselves and with one another. She hopes students leave class feeling calm, capable, and comfortable in their own bodies, knowing that every practice can look different. One reminder you’ll often hear from Julia is, “Take what you need today. Rest when you need to, modify when you need to, and remember that showing up is enough.”

A 200-hour Registered Yoga Teacher, Julia has continued to deepen her practice through advanced training in Restorative and Yin Yoga. Her thoughtful approach blends strength, stillness, and mindfulness to create classes that are both accessible and nourishing for students of all experience levels.

Outside the studio, Julia enjoys spending time in nature, traveling, and making memories with family and friends. She believes that the peace we cultivate on the mat has a way of flowing into everyday life, helping us meet each day with greater presence, balance, and ease.

Trish Sexstella

Trish Sexstella RYT-200 Believes yoga is a place to reconnect—with your breath, your body, and yourself. Her classes offer thoughtful sequencing and mindful breathwork that invite students to move with intention, explore without judgment, and discover what their practice looks like in each moment. Whether you’re stepping onto the mat for the first time or returning after years away, Trish creates a welcoming space where you can simply be yourself.

As a nurse, Trish has witnessed the importance of caring for the whole person. Yoga found her during some of life’s most difficult seasons, offering both physical healing and mental resilience. That experience inspired her to teach, and she believes there is a style of yoga that can benefit everyone. Her greatest hope is that students leave class feeling comfortable in their own bodies, confident in their unique journey, and connected to themselves in a meaningful way.

One of Trish’s favorite reminders is that no two mats should ever look the same. Every person brings different experiences, abilities, goals, and needs, and honoring those differences is an important part of the practice. She encourages students to let go of comparison and embrace the freedom to move in the way that serves them best.

Outside the studio, Trish is always seeking her next adventure. An avid traveler and lifelong learner, she loves dancing, camping, hiking, biking, kayaking, paddleboarding, gardening, cooking, spending time with her dogs, and saying yes to new experiences. She believes life is meant to be fully lived, and she brings that same joyful curiosity into every class she teaches.

Amy Wolf

Amy Wolf CYT-200 Believes yoga is an invitation to slow down, listen inward, and honor what your body truly needs. Her classes offer a gentle exploration of movement, breath, and self-awareness, creating space for students to move at their own pace without judgment. She encourages each person to show up exactly as they are and to trust that their practice is uniquely their own.

Amy teaches because yoga transformed the way she cares for herself. Through her own practice, she discovered the value of slowing down, tuning into her inner wisdom, and finding steadiness through life’s challenges. She hopes every student leaves class feeling empowered, grounded, and more connected to their authentic self. One reminder you’ll often hear from Amy is simple but meaningful: Be your authentic self.

A 200-hour Yoga Teacher, Amy knows that life isn’t always easy, and she openly shares that she navigates her own struggles too. Yoga continues to be her grounding place, and she’s passionate about creating that same sense of refuge and renewal for others.

Jason Leimbach

Jason Leimbach CYT-200 believes yoga offers something many of us don’t realize we need—a chance to slow down, breathe deeply, and find calm amidst the demands of everyday life. His classes are welcoming, supportive, and approachable, creating a space where students can reconnect with themselves and discover that they are stronger and more resilient than they may believe.

As a firefighter and paramedic for more than 25 years, Jason has dedicated his life to serving others. Teaching yoga is a natural extension of that calling. He hopes to share the sense of peace and balance that yoga has brought to his own life, while helping each student feel seen, supported, and valued. One reminder you’ll often hear in his classes is to trust yourself and embrace who you are…because there is no one else in the world exactly like you.

Outside the studio, Jason enjoys spending time with his two children, exploring the outdoors, hiking, and serving as an Assistant Scoutmaster with a local Scouting America troop. He also holds a degree in Environmental Science, which reflects his lifelong appreciation for nature and the outdoors. Whether on the trail, at the fire station, or on the yoga mat, Jason believes that strength grows through service, connection, and showing up for others with compassion.

Rae Lynn Moore

Rae Lynn Moore brings energy, encouragement, and a whole lot of heart to every class she teaches. Spunky, disciplined, and deeply passionate about wellness, she creates an environment where movement feels empowering, fun, and accessible for every body. Her classes are full of positive energy, contagious smiles, and the belief that you’re capable of more than you think.

Rae Lynn loves witnessing those breakthrough moments when someone realizes, “Yes, I can.” Whether you’re building strength, confidence, or simply showing up for yourself, she’ll be your biggest cheerleader every step of the way. Her goal is for every student to leave feeling proud of what they’ve accomplished and excited to come back.

Outside the studio, Rae Lynn trains for bikini competitions and HYROX fitness events, prioritizes nourishing food and quality sleep, and embraces an active, faith-filled life. She loves spending time with her husband and son, enjoying the antics of their dogs, monkeys, and parrots, and making unforgettable memories through travel. No matter where she is, Rae Lynn approaches each day with enthusiasm, gratitude, and God at the helm.

Lori DePietro-Standen

Lori DePietro-Standen believes that wellness begins with understanding yourself. Her classes feel like spending time with a trusted friend—supportive, encouraging, and filled with practical knowledge that helps you feel more confident in your own body and choices. She teaches because she believes knowledge is power, and her greatest joy is helping others feel motivated, empowered, and capable of creating lasting change.

With more than 20 years of experience in health and wellness, Lori brings a thoughtful, whole-person approach to everything she teaches. Her background includes yoga, personal training, nutrition, lifestyle coaching, and herbalism, allowing her to blend movement, education, and mindful living into an experience that feels both approachable and deeply meaningful. Her guiding reminder is simple: progress over perfection.

Outside the studio, you’ll find Lori tending her garden, studying medicinal plants, creating herbal remedies, and exploring the natural world that continually inspires her work. She is a Certified Plant-Based Nutritionist through Cornell University, a Certified Medicinal Plants Expert, a Professional Culinary Nutritionist, Lifestyle Coach, published author of The InnerStrength Life, and is currently advancing her herbal studies through Rosemary Gladstar’s The Science & Art of Herbalism program. Through her work, Lori has empowered thousands of women to build healthier, more vibrant lives—one small, intentional step at a time.

Hannah Burandt

Hannah Burandt CYT-200 believes yoga is a practice that extends far beyond the mat. Through intentional movement, breathwork, visualization, and meditation, she helps students cultivate the confidence, resilience, and inner calm they can carry into every aspect of their lives. Her classes are both grounding and empowering, creating space to slow down, reconnect, and move with purpose.

Hannah teaches because she has seen firsthand the incredible transformation that happens when people learn to connect their breath, body, and mind. Whether working with athletes or first-time yoga students, she believes the lessons we learn on the mat shape the way we show up in the world. Her hope is that every student leaves class feeling anchored, confident, relaxed, restored, and empowered to meet life with greater presence.

In addition to teaching yoga, Hannah serves as a swim coach at Oberlin College and has coached athletes at the Olympic level. Her experience in high-performance athletics gives her a unique perspective on balancing strength with recovery, challenge with compassion, and discipline with self-awareness. She brings that same thoughtful, encouraging approach into every class, helping students discover that true strength begins from within.