THE TEAM

The Yoga Casa has amazing instructors who have been hand picked for their
experience, knowledge and teaching style.   

Lora Brandt

Along with running the operations of the studio, I will be teaching several classes a week.  In my past life, I was a massage therapist and a social worker. I especially love working with beginners, couch potatoes and those who think yoga is not for them. My classes are great for building strength as well as reconnecting with your body and breath in a mindful way.  I believe everyone can do yoga; my style of teaching is encouraging and fun.  At home, I have three kids, one husband, one mutt and lots of excitement!

Credentials:
-CEO of The Yoga Casa
-Registered Yoga Teacher 200 hour
-Bachelor of Social Work from UT
-Massage Therapist for 15 yrs

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Tiffany Stewart

I remember going to my first yoga class while studying kinesiology in college.  As a person who is a thinker, it felt so good to be present in my body. Later I attended grad school for elementary education. I loved teaching but it was hard on my body. I decided to take a break from the classroom and began to practice yoga daily. Yoga helped me to feel grounded and self assured even though my life felt uncertain. I completed yoga teacher training but teaching yoga had not occurred to me because I never thought of myself as flexible or graceful. Now I know that yoga is for everyone! My teaching style is steady, nurturing and joyful. I truly love sharing this beautiful practice.

At home, I have two sweet girls. I've been married fifteen years and have a house full of animals. I love reading, art, traveling and nature.

Credentials:
-Registered Yoga Teacher 200 Hour
-KRI Certified Kundalini Yoga Teacher
-M. Ed. Teaching, UTA
-B.S. Kinesiology, TWU

Juliette Betancourt

At the age of 15, I discovered the book "Yoga for Americans" by Indra Devi among the bookshelves of a beloved late aunt.  I fell in love with yoga asana; I remember being so proud of myself for mastering a headstand at the age of 16.  As I aged, I found it harder to keep up with the intensity of "gym yoga." It wasn’t until I was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease and fibromyalgia that I really discovered yoga.  It felt so amazing to my aching and aging body, and so calming and empowering to my spirit.  My goal is to partner with students in their own journey to health and peace through the self-awareness process that yoga offers. 

When I am not teaching yoga, I enjoy being with my husband, my teenage daughter, and my three magnificent dogs.  I like reading, writing, traveling and baking.  During the day, I work as a Dyslexia Specialist.

Credentials:
RYT-500-Arpita Shah (Om Yoga Journey)
Aqua Yoga Level 1 -Camella Nair
M.Ed. Curriculum & Instruction - Literacy
B.S. Business Management

Sheila Rogers

In 2006, I was introduced to yoga while healing from surgery for breast cancer. Yoga helped me heal mentally, physically, and emotionally.  Since I was a nurse for many years (including time in the Air Force),  I decided to focus on yoga for health and well-being.  
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I did my yoga teacher training with Arpita Shah and Om Yoga Journey in 2017.  I enjoy teaching yoga to people of all ages and especially enjoy working with those new to yoga. I want to offer students the experience of empowerment, strength, and living in the moment that yoga brings. 

At home, I have my husband and two dachshunds to keeping me company after sending off our youngest to college this year.  I enjoy the outdoors, photography, and the unending quest to learn. 

Credentials:
-Registered Yoga Teacher 200 hour
-Registered Nurse (Bachelor of Science in Nursing)

Breanne Lovely

My first exposure to yoga was in college PE.  My body shape did not match up with the majority and I was uncomfortable.  A few years later, I tried another class and the instructor said, “Well…your thighs are too big, but I can try to help you.”   

Presently I'm in my 17th year as a Special Ed teacher. The last 5-10 years have been challenging.  Knowing the researched benefits of yoga, I reluctantly gave it another try.  Luckily I found a supportive community and gained confidence. I loved moving my body and taking quality breaths. 

I completed my yoga teacher training with the intent of being the EXACT OPPOSITE  type of teacher that I experienced in my past. The classes I teach typically include playfulness, relaxation, or some new information.

Personally, my roommates include: two spoiled persnickety felines and a spouse who cracks me up.  I am a wild plant lady who loves reading, traveling, hanging with friends, craft beer, and learning new things.  

Credentials:
-Registered Yoga Teacher 200 hour
-M.Ed. Special Education, Pitt State 
-B.S. Early Childhood, TCU
-Accessible Yoga Teacher Certification (complete June 2021)
-Embody Love Facilitator
-Reiki Level 1 and 2

Substitutes, supporters, training providers & other yoga teachers we love!

Dan Hall 

Jaime Goldstein

Beth Pizzuto

Dr. Tiffany Denny

Jesi Lovelady

Sharon Stickney

Jamie Anderson

Psacha Lajoie