Meet the Breathe Team

A lifelong resident of Indy’s Eastside, Teresa couldn’t be more honored to share yoga with this incredible community, in the place she's always called home.

Her yoga journey began in 2013, but it deepened profoundly in 2019 after the heartbreaking loss of her son, David. In the midst of grief, she found herself drawn back to her mat over and over again. It became a space of healing, grounding, and hope.

Through consistent practice, she's discovered that what happens on the mat carries into every part of life off the mat. When she takes even a small part of her day to move, breathe, and be present, she's better equipped for whatever life brings - and she truly believes that’s something we all deserve.

She completed her RYT-200 at Invoke Studio under the guidance of Anha Hoke and Yvonne Rodriguez and has additional certifications in Kids Yoga and Mat Pilates.

Whether it’s your first class or your hundredth, she's so grateful to welcome you into this space. Let’s grow together, one breath at a time. 

Moving her body daily is one of the best gifts she gives herself. As an early riser, she loves to start each day this way. Rachel believes that in order to show up for others, you must first show up for yourself. Movement brings her mental clarity and focus in a consuming world as well as the support, friendship, and community she craves. She fully believes that moving your body is a privilege, and she desires to move well for the rest of her days while helping others do the same. Come as you are, she'll meet you where you’re at.

She received her training through the National Academy of Sports Medicine.

Like many, Adrianna grappled with prioritizing her health as an adult and struggling to find consistency in exercise and self-care. She stumbled upon a Pilates-inspired class and was immediately captivated by the fluidity of movement. Deciding to dive into teacher training was a defining moment for her, and now she is refining her skills as an apprentice teacher. It's incredibly fulfilling to see her students discover newfound strength and focus as they dedicate themselves to the practice. Witnessing their progress not only brings her joy but also reinforces the profound impact Pilates can have on one's overall well-being. Outside of the studio, she is an engineer for a manufacturing company and enjoys spending time with her two cat sons, Milo and Percy.

Amber has worked as an adult to find joyful movement for herself. She first regularly practiced yoga in Madison, WI, with Owen Smith, whose Foundations and Philosophy of Yoga class sparked her curiosity and connection to the mind and body.

As her practice deepened after moving to Indy in 2024, she became most interested in growing her knowledge about adjusting practice for where her body was on a given day. Seeing an instructor give supportive adjustments to a pregnant woman, inspired her to study Prenatal Yoga.

 She completed CITYOGA's 100-Hour Prenatal & Postnatal Yoga Teacher training with Kelly Shull and Lisa Daugherty. Outside of the studio, she is a social impact venture capitalist investing in startups to close equity gaps in America, including supporting innovations in maternal health.

Movement has always been a part of Elizabeth's life, but in 2018, she discovered yoga and found a deeper connection to mindful movement. That experience led her to pursue her first certification in Yoga Sculpt in 2020, and she's continued to grow from there, earning a 200-hour yoga certification along with additional training in Yin Yoga, Prenatal Yoga, and Children's Yoga.
In 2022, she took her first reformer Pilates class and was instantly hooked. She was amazed by how much the reformer can do - from building strength and improving mobility to supporting recovery and enhancing body awareness. She completed Balanced Body’s Reformer 1 and 2 trainings and is working toward her comprehensive certification to further deepen her practice and teaching. Her goal in every class is to help you feel strong, supported, and empowered in your body.

Hannah began practicing Yoga in 2019 in her hometown before making the move to Indy. She has lived in Indy for six years and just recently received her YTT 200-hour certification through Yoga Six! She believes Yoga is a beautiful form of exercise to move, stretch, and strengthen your muscles and your mind! This practice is medicine for your body, and she cannot wait to guide you to feeling your best. Outside of Yoga she enjoys spending time outdoors, volunteering at Traders Point Christian Church, running, biking, reading, spending time with her two kitty cats, and trying new restaurants with her husband Zach! She LOVES some good food.

Since 2008, Jacque has loved teaching many different formats, including Pilates, Yoga, and a fusion of both called PIYO. Her oldest son is a Special Olympian, and she enjoys teaching fitness classes to these amazing athletes! Outside of fitness, she is a hairdresser and is grateful to be on the Breathe Team!

A lifelong athlete, including a four-year career as a collegiate runner, Jessi found Yoga in high school as a method of cross-training and injury recovery. She became involved in a local Indy studio in 2020 and has been a dedicated yogi ever since, making it official by completing her 200 YTT in December 2023. She enjoys teaching with intention, often focusing on hip and spinal strengthening for healthy aging, as well as challenges with balance and movement. 

Outside of the studio, she co-owns and operates a private outpatient mental health practice and a non-profit organization that supports prevention and treatment in our community.  She loves food, travel, and spending time with her son, partner, and friends.

Julie discovered yoga in 2005 when she found her mom doing yoga in her living room. As someone who enjoys fitness activities, yoga brought it all together for her. It truly changed her from the inside out. She took her first teacher training from Invoke in 2010 and again in 2018. She has accumulated over 300 hours of training altogether and continues to educate herself through yoga workshops, reading, and attending classes led by some of the best yoga teachers. When she's not teaching, she enjoys spending time with her family - especially her granddaughters, golfing, playing pickleball with her husband, walking with friends, and working in her yard.

Madi first began practicing yoga in 2010 while a student. Over the years, her love for yoga has continued to grow, evolving into a deep appreciation for its mental health benefits and the mind-body connection it offers.

She completed her RYT-200 certification with YogaSix in 2023, providing her with the knowledge and skills to help guide students on their transformative journeys. She hopes to create a space where anyone can explore the benefits of yoga, cultivating strength, flexibility, and inner peace!

Outside of the studio, Madi works full time as a pediatric Registered Dietitian and Diabetes Educator. She enjoys spending free time exploring Indy, cooking, traveling, and hiking with her husband, Blake, and dog Gus.

A passionate and enthusiastic instructor, Maggie began practicing yoga back in 2020 as an outlet for both mental and physical wellness. She started teaching to help others deepen their practice, cultivate mindfulness, and find a love for Yoga. With a focus on Vinyasa, she tailors her practices to foster a safe and nurturing environment for all students from beginners to advanced yogis. Outside of Yoga, she works in market research and volunteers at the humane society! 

Maggie first discovered Yoga in 2015 through classes at Chico State College in California. She moved to North Carolina in 2017, unsure of her career path, so she focused on her home practice and soon decided to pursue a certification to teach. She completed her 200-hour yoga teacher training in 2019 at Carrboro Yoga Company. She started teaching when she moved to Indianapolis in 2021 and has taught slow flow, power flow, and restorative classes. Growing up, Maggie played competitive volleyball for 13 years. With that experience, she likes to add an athletic aspect to most of her classes. You can find her classes to meet you where you are, providing variations and options for everybody.

Marlena’s love for movement began in childhood through gymnastics and dance, and as she grew older, she found that Yoga and Pilates brought her that same sense of joy and connection. When she discovered Barre in 2012, she knew she was meant to teach and earned her certification in 2018. Marlena quickly realized that her true passion lies in helping others transform their lives through fitness and mindful movement. After several years of teaching Barre, she became increasingly interested in the roots and history of the technique, which led her back to Pilates. She was especially drawn to the Pilates Principles, particularly the use of breath to create a deeper mind-body connection. This curiosity turned into commitment, and she spent most of 2023 earning her Mat Pilates certification through Balanced Body. Marlena has since expanded her teaching to include Reformer Pilates and loves helping students discover strength, balance, and ease in their bodies.

Mary, a dedicated yogi who began her practice 15 years ago and graduated from the YogaRenew RYT 200 Program in the spring of 2022. Yoga has played a crucial role in her mental health and overall vitality, and she is eager to share its benefits with others. Through her guidance, you'll discover the transformative power of the practice and its positive impact on your well-being.

As a lifelong mover, Tori came to Pilates as a way to slow down and ground into her body after years of high-intensity, high-impact activities. After a few months of reformer and mat classes at Breathe, she had already fallen in love with Pilates and the benefits she experienced from regular practice. She felt called to become a mat instructor and bring the passion she feels towards Pilates to others in an inclusive and body-positive environment. Tori is currently in the process of becoming certified with Body Arts and Science International.