Meet your Yoga Teacher

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JoAnn Lockard

Yoga found me in college and then again

when I took a pop-up Buti Yoga Class at a local yoga studio, with Amanda Jackson (our very own) she is an exceptional teacher and.......

I was hooked, that class lead me to join the studio

and take every class I could get myself too.

Eventually I decided to take the leap and dive into a wonderful in person Yoga Teacher Training Program - it was magical.

I met wonderful people I still call friends and learned

so much about myself and about yoga.

In March of 2021, my husband and I became aware of a space available by our friend's barbershop and that sparked our interest to cultivate and create the studio- Breathe & Balance Yoga Studio.

The connections and joy we have seen come from this little studio in Lincoln is unreal. My husband was a huge part of the build out and he helped make the studio what it is today with me :) He still needs to take a yoga class though....

The teachers that share their offerings with me at the studio are some of the best and they truly are a blessing. I am proud to share a variety of offerings with all of them, and we are constantly finding fun new workshops/ events to hold, creating new classes and stay tuned for our future endeavors.

I look forward to serving the community with many

styles of yoga and workshops for years to come.

Fun fact, I went to culinary school in college,

and love to cook and try new recipes!

I find myself when I am not at the studio hanging out with my family and dog Aspen (she is my favorite creature in the world) and finding beautiful places to explore and love trying new things. ♥

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Jessica Orosco

I discovered yoga in 2007, while taking college courses. Practicing with friends and family here and there, embracing my own practice weekly.

It was my move to the area when I joined a group to empower women and do yoga with no judgment.

My love for yoga grew and grew, warmer

and warmer brighter and brighter.

Yoga has been so life altering for me, that I feel I

can do nothing other than share this gift

that has been given to myself.

My 200 hour Yoga Teacher

Trauma Informed Training- this past year,

has brought all the discoveries & dream possible.

My hopes are to create an environment for purpose, to fade and journey oneself in an incredible healing practice of yoga ♥

I welcome all at any level to come, let go of all stress and strains of everyday life and benefit from the amazing power of yoga to transform the body and mind.

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Sada Kernodle

I’m an enthusiastic yoga instructor with a talent for guiding students through mindful movement, deep stretches, and breathwork.

I’m dedicated to creating a positive and welcoming environment where students can find balance, both physically and mentally.

With over a year of experience, I tailor each class to meet the needs of students—whether they’re seeking a calming flow

or an energizing challenge. ♥

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Alicia Lowe

What keeps me committed to my yoga practice?

The magic that takes place on my

mat keeps me coming back.
I call my power back to myself and

move because it feels so damn good.

I connect my mind and body

creating a place for my Soul to breathe.

In this space my Spirit thrives.
I let all that shit go and I can feel the magic of being Alive!

Join me on the mat for Buti- vinyasa remixed.

I also teach a Block Release Therapy Class (three times a week- Release & Restore on Tuesday evenings and Awaken & Strengthen on Friday Mornings and Saturday mornings is Root Rise Release) - all are centered around connection to your body and healing movements, that bless the body.

Cardio// Strength// Flow

~ Alicia ♥

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Amanda Jackson

From Amanda -

Yoga first found me nearly 10 years ago when

I was invited to my first Buti Yoga class.

I thought for sure I had heard the name wrong, but after experiencing my first class there was no going back. I had never experienced such a liberating and life-giving movement style until I stepped on my mat and finally felt free.

The powerful combination of yoga asanas, tribal dance, and plyometrics began to transform me from the inside out.

Whether you are a seasoned Yogi or it’s your first time stepping on a yoga mat, I invite you to take a moment to reconnect with yourself and to feel human again.

BREATHE. Close your eyes.

Pound your chest. Hit the floor. Jump. Roll.

MOVE YOUR BODY. Step into your power.

Come back to your roots and play. I can’t wait to move with you! ♥

Beata Tyminski

Beata Tyminski is a certified - RYT 200 hour.

Her love for yoga started after experiencing the gentle style of Ananda Yoga & Healing Slow Flow.

She truly believes in Yoga principles, and endeavors to live by them in her everyday life.

In her class she focuses on incorporating breath to relax the body, to calm the mind and to bring each individual deeply inward ♥

Kelly Davenport

My name is Kelly, and I'm so grateful to offer yoga

weekly at Breathe and Balance Yoga.

I have been practicing for over 20 years, and am a recent graduate of a 200 hour teacher training program this past summer/ fall.

I had been interested in deepening my practice through teacher training for some time, and the timing of finding this offering was absolutely perfect. I will forever feel the gift of this training and self-introspection is one of the most amazing opportunities I've experienced in my lifetime.

Yoga is for everyone. Please come as you are,

and you will be met and cared for exactly where you are...

I endeavor to offer classes that are authentic and full of gratitude.

I am so thankful to all who take the time to

show up, and honor their body and mind

with some well-earned time for self-care.

My goal is that you leave feeling so much release after moving your body, quieting your thoughts, and mindfully inhaling and exhaling.

I enjoy teaching movement, breath,

and weaving in some wisdom

with readings from my current favorite resources.

My interests outside of yoga include running, paddle-boarding, hiking, and attending high school sports events for my boys.

My husband and I have lived in Roseville since 2002 (Owner of StrollerFit- Exercise With Your Baby 2004-2009), and Rocklin since 2009.

We love this community, and being actively involved.

I offer a weekly vinyasa flow class Thursdays at 9am,

and you might find me subbing for yin or slow flow as well.

Can't wait to welcome you to the studio soon! ♥

Favorite Quote: "Yoga does not just change the way we see things, it transforms the person who sees." - Iyengar

Elena Wester

Hi, I am Elena -

Yoga has been a big part of my life for many years,

so I was excited when the opportunity arose to

pursue yoga teacher training.

In 2022, I completed a 200-hour Awaken yoga

teacher training through Spotted Dog Yoga School,

followed by a 250-hour Inspire training in 2023.

Over the past year, I have been teaching a power

yoga class at Spotted Dog Yoga & SUP

and have fallen in love with sharing the practice

that has made such a difference in my life!

In my spare time you will often find me reading,

hiking, or adventuring with my husband,

our two boys, and our

German Shepherd/Husky mix, Jojo.

I am excited to begin teaching a power

vinyasa class 9am on Saturdays at

Breathe and Balance Yoga!

♥

Tori Turner

A note from Tori

Hi, I'm Tori! I have always wanted to serve others.

From coaching softball to becoming a nurse.

Yoga found me and led me through both of my pregnancies

and into this beautiful chapter of my life.

Now more than ever, my goal is to simply inspire people,

to be a safe space for people, and to let others know they aren't alone and are so worthy of the life they deserve.

My yoga certification background includes Baptiste power flow 200 hour YTT from Spotted Dog and birth wisdom prenatal and postpartum yoga with an emphasis on pelvic floor health.

I am a registered nurse and a mom.

I enjoy playing and coaching softball and

creating unique pieces of jewelry.

My favorite quote is:

Never let the fear of striking out...

keep you from playing the game.

Much love ♥ ~ Tori Turner

Saige Chen-Davis

Saige Chen Davis - Yoga Teacher Bio

My journey with yoga began at 21, when unexpected back pain from long hours at a desk job led me to an alignment-based yoga class. After years of being physically active, I was surprised by how quickly sedentary habits and a past knee injury created imbalance in my body. That first class revealed yoga to me as an intelligent, therapeutic system, not simply exercise.

What began as a search for healing has grown into many years of dedicated study and practice in an approach that values thoughtful alignment, clarity of intention, and internal awareness.

I am especially interested in observing patterns in the body and adapting postures to support each individual’s structure and goals.

In my classes, you can expect attentive alignment cues, cultivation of energy awareness, incorporation of mindfulness practice, and a supportive environment that emphasizes understanding the “why” behind each movement, not just achieving the outward shape.

One of my favorite quotes is from Geeta Iyengar, author of “Yoga: A Gem for Woman”:

“Yoga is the study of the functioning of the body, the mind and the intellect in the process of attaining freedom.”

I look forward to practicing with you, and supporting you on your yoga journey.