Meet Our Yoga Teachers

E-RYT 500, 50hr Yin YTT w/Bernie Clark, MBSR, Reiki Master Teacher, Studying at Radiant Living -Ayurvedic Health Counselor, Lead Teacher.

Melissa started practicing yoga in 1999 during a period of debilitating anxiety and panic attacks. Yoga, particularly the breath work, brought her back to life quickly and she has practiced ever since. Melissa's classes focus on the function of asana over form and how to use the body and breath to connect to the mind. Melissa believes in living in alignment with nature and the Ayurvedic clock. She believes that anyone can practice yoga, yet not all styles of yoga are right for everyone's unique bodies. 

 My goal is to make every person who enters my class welcome.  I truly believe that yoga is for everyone.  This ancient art of healing not only promotes strength and flexibility, but also reduces stress and anxiety.  Pranayama (breathing techniques) and meditation are incorporated to create a complete mind/body experience. 

Classes are designed for all levels.  Modifications are offered for beginners as well as challenges for more advanced yogis.  Hands on assistance is provided throughout class to help you achieve your personal yoga goals and to keep your joints and muscles safe in each asana (posture).  All classes conclude with a savasana (a relaxation) to rest and restore your body.  Massage and aromatherapy are used to bring your physical body into a deeper state of relaxation and to prepare your mind for a meditative state.

Yoga is my passion.  I put my heart and soul into each and every class that I teach.  Please come share your practice with me.  I promise to do my best to help you find balance in your life through this beautiful art of yoga- body, mind and spirit.

Namaste 

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Marcela earned her Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy at the Faculty of Physical Education and Sports in Prague in 1997. She then worked for in and out-patient clinics for approximately 12 years, her specialty being orthopedic and sports medicine. In 2007, she received her 200h Hatha Yoga Teacher training through Shambhava Yoga School in Hawaii and for the past 10 years has been instructing yoga. Her certifications also include Pilates mat, Evolve and Balancepoint Barre. Marcela's passion is to instruct Barre classes combining her knowledge and experience into different types of Barre workouts including Pilates Method, Yoga, core and upper body strengthening. In the summers of 2016 and 2017 she also studied Thai massage in Thailand where she received he 90h certification. 

He specialty also includes Prenatal, Postnatal, Mom and baby Yoga, Chair and Yin Yoga, Barre classes for moms with their babies.

Vanessa has been a devoted yoga student for more than 40 years. Her love of yoga began in college, but her passion for teaching was inspired many years later as she sought to find effective work/life balance amid the stress of corporate life. In 2009 Vanessa became a certified teacher of Hatha Yoga and has continued her study to include certification in Vinyasa, Yin, Restorative Yoga and Reiki, learning from a number of world-renowned teachers in Bali, Indonesia and the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Meditation. Vanessa brings a great deal of experience to her teaching with in depth knowledge of asana alignment and sequencing, energy anatomy, pranayama, meditation, yoga history, and philosophy. In addition to teaching in studio and corporate settings, Vanessa has also taught at Yoga Retreats in Arizona; Costa Rica; Peru; Anguilla; and soon, in Bali. After a 40-year career in nonprofit leadership, Vanessa is committed to expanding the reach of yoga to include those of all backgrounds, ability, and life circumstance. Knowing first hand the power of compassion to transform lives, Vanessa embraces yoga not only as a path to improved health and wellbeing but also as a vehicle for achieving unity, peace, and understanding.

 Tara's yoga journey started shortly after the loss of her father in 2001. So having a personal practice for many years and  later than taking a yoga teaching training through Finding Inner Peace Yoga School in 2009"I just took a chance on something new and I haven't looked back. I knew I was exactly  where I was supposed to be for myself and being able to help others."    Tara also has a certification in children's yoga where she started her own classes “Lil Buddhas- Yoga Just for Kids.  Having the experience with kids yoga it has allowed Tara to bring a little “playfulness” into her adult classes. Mostly teaching gentle, beginngers, and  kids she also enjoys teaching Yin yoga, training in 2010,  "being able to  sit with yourself  in stillness is something I find very important." Tara is also a Licensed Massage Therapist as well as a Reiki Master Teacher for humans and animals. Come to one of her classes  and you will feel the love!!  . “ I really love doing energy work whether is it massage or Reiki. Knowing that I can communicate with a client through touch is truly a gift I have been given. Touch is a sense that humans cannot live without.” 

Jen has practiced yoga locally for over 20 years but more recently, 200 hour RYT graduate from Unplug and Be Mindful Studios. She currently teaches Hatha, Vinyasa, Tone and Conditioning at the studio. She is very excited to share her passion for yoga and meditation with others through private training and wellness retreats too. She feels her purpose is to help others bring kindness and an unconditional awareness to their minds and bodies. 

Jen loves anything fitness related, having competed in fitness competitions in the past. She has devoted many years to running, having completed 5 marathons and many half’s and road races.

Off her mat, Jen loves to cook, and spends time engaging in her children’s activities. She lives in Marshfield with her husband, Dave, two children, Maya and Zade, and their golden retriever, Katy.

 It took me sixteen years of dreaming, and four years of planning, to become a yoga instructor. My classes are open-hearted, friendly, and accessible to all; my teaching style mirrors my personality. I love creating community through yoga. My inclusive style of instruction invites students to explore movement and breath with safe physical alignment and energetic awareness, allowing participants to discover their own peace, power, and presence. I believe that the practice of yoga teaches us skills to become compassionate citizens of the world. 

  Shanna Behrje RYT-200hr. Shanna started practicing yoga regularly about 20 years ago while living in Ireland. Over the years, Shanna has often incorporated yoga in her work as a certified athletic trainer, massage therapist and health and physical education teacher. Shanna enjoys teaching  hatha vinyasa classes where she often includes pranayama and short meditations to provide her students a well-rounded practice that leaves them feeling both energized and re-centered. She is currently studying to become an Ayurvedic Health Counselor and is looking forward to sharing her knowledge to help others tap into the rhythm and flow of nature while restoring balance in their own life. Shanna recently moved back to Massachusetts and lives in Marshfield with her husband and rescue pup. 

  My journey into the world of yoga began 15 years ago with an e-mail from a friend asking me to try out a brand new yoga studio.  My initial response was "no" as I was much too busy for that nonsense.  My friend persuaded me to come & I was instantly hooked.  I completed my 200 hour yoga teacher training at the Sanctuary in Plymouth (same studio that I had that first class in) about 7 years ago and it changed my life.  

My goal is to share what I love most about yoga; strengthening of the body & mind, calming,  balancing physically & emotionally and helping you find your path to a happier you.  Unplug & Be Mindful (created by Melissa McKim) is a remarkable place where all are welcome & I am proud to be a part of the studio.