Michelle LoSardo

Owner & Senior Teacher

RYT-500; 300hr through Vira Bhava Yoga; 200hr through Bella Vita Yoga; Yin Certified through Charlotte Family Yoga Center; Reiki Master Level III; Certified Health Coach through Dr. Sears Wellness Institute; YACEP

Specialties: Yin, Vinyasa, Mindfulness, Energy Work / Reiki
 

Favorite Yoga Pose: Pigeon

Follow me on Instagram at @thejollygreenyogi

 
“My yoga journey began in 2012 when the company I worked for began offering yoga classes to employees through their wellness program. After my first class I was hooked, and I began attending classes multiple times a week. From there I signed up for yoga teacher training through Bella Vita Yoga and finished with my 200-hour certificate in 2017. I began teaching yoga at my company, local breweries and offering private yoga instruction out of my home. Since then I have earned my 500-hour certification as well as additional certifications in Yin, Reiki, Thai Energy Work and Health Coaching. I believe in the power and healing of our mind-body-spirit connection.
 

As a teacher, I encourage students to explore their practice by truly listening to their mind and body. Yoga is about honoring where we’re at both physically and mentally, and making space for growth at our own pace. I believe yoga is an individual practice, where we can heal, learn and explore without judgment. I also believe it’s a community practice, where we can connect, laugh and find common ground

In my spare time, I enjoy creating art, writing, reading, gardening and spending time outside (when it’s warm). I’m lucky to co-own both the studio and our hemp shop, The Joynt, with my partner in life and business, Cory. These days I’m creating hemp wellness products and diving further into that industry, particularly enjoying how the combination of cannabis and yoga benefit us. I look forward to seeing you in our space very soon!”