Meet Your Yogis
Cheryl Thatcher R.N., LMT, RYT
I am a Licensed Massage Therapist, Registered Nurse and a Registered Yoga Instructor with a passion for helping people. If you are in pain, stressed, or wanting to reevaluate your diet or fitness goals, we can design a plan to help you to achieve optimal heath. I am an owner and also teach yoga classes here at our studio. Hatha yoga and yoga for kids with Special Needs (see schedule). Private yoga classes are also available by appointment. Simply give me a call or send me an email.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Diana Fox Benson
I have been a studio owner and have been teaching for over 15 years. I teach classes, as well as provide private sessions. As a certified yoga and fitness instructor I have combined the two to create my Yoga/Strength classes. These classes are a full mind/body workout. I combine poses with stretching, breath work, balance, weights, and meditation. You leave feeling peaceful, balanced, and strong.
My favorite place to practice yoga is at Heart and Soul. It has been my home for the past 15 years. You feel the energy as soon as you walk through the door.
When I’m not at the studio, I love spending time with my granddaughter, eating Italian and playing board games with my friends and family.
Will Halvey
With over two decades of experience practicing yoga and meditation, sharing all levels from beginner to a more advanced yoga practice. I have a passion for yoga and love to promote the overall health benefits to as many as will practice.
My mantra in life is that we are exactly where we are supposed to be, how we are supposed to be, when we are supposed to be, living right now in the present.
This comes from my understanding that making the choice to accept and surrender to what is happening now, is the true key to happiness.
Manette Freas
My yoga journey began 25 years ago as a student, taking classes after work, both in person & following along on TV w/Kailani & Priscilla.
Then in 2017, I retired as a chemist/ biologist, and enrolled in Yoga Teacher Training to continue my own personal yoga journey, never thinking that I would teach! The universe conspired and fortunately I listened.
I began teaching classes in 2018, including gentle, stretching, mat classes & also chair yoga. I enjoy incorporating anatomy & physiology awareness in my classes & encourage everyone to explore their own Yoga journey!
Favorite place to practice Yoga: I find inspiration in a calm, soothing studio, (Heart & Soul) or a peaceful nature setting.
Favorite food to eat/cook: A vegetarian/pescatarian tomato- based Italian dish.
Favorite activities besides Yoga: I enjoy water activities such as snorkeling or scuba diving. I'm also a snow skier and these sports usually take me to places all over the world!
