Leah Perkowski-Sisk

Who doesn’t need a more balanced life? I know I did about three years ago when a friend invited me to try out the new yoga studio in town. I fell in love. You couldn’t ask for a more welcoming and warm place with friendly and knowledgeable instructors. I was hooked.

I was unsure I was doing some of the poses correctly based on comparing myself to others in the room- rest assured, I was the only one doing the comparing. I thought several times that I would like to do a little more intensive training on proper form and technique but the only avenue seemed to be yoga teacher training-something I was too intimidated to do. I didn’t have the right body type, who would believe I did yoga, who would want to do/learn from me?

Through another fateful experience, I met a yoga instructor whose practice really inspired me and gave me enough courage and confidence to pursue teacher training.

A year or so later, the opportunity came up and I threw my name in the hat- it was my 50th birthday present to myself. I’m not gonna lie, it was more work than I imagined but the rewards were also greater than I imagined. I have now have a larger friends circle of incredible, resilient, and inspiring women, more confidence, and a greater capacity to help others.

I learned more than I ever imagined about what yoga is and what it isn’t.

It is SO much more than just pretty poses. Regardless of shape, size, age, or infirmity-everyBODY can practice some form of yoga.

Balanced Life Studio is much than just a yoga studio. If you are ever curious or want to give it a try, let me know, I'd be happy to introduce you.

As you can see, I'm still working on balance😁💪🏻and I still have a lot to learn. I can't thank my classmates as well as instructors Barbara Mandeville, Dewana Waters Grillot, and Erin Larsen enough for all the time, energy, and expertise they put into making teacher training such an outstanding experience! #zentribe

Paula Lupardus

Yesterday I had the honor and privilege to graduate from Balanced Life Studio Yoga Teacher Training! It has been such a blessing to be on this journey with all of these ladies!! Even if you don’t think you want to ever teach a yoga class, I encourage you to check this out just to deepen your practice and to dig deep inside of your own heart, mind and soul!! I feel like I have grown so much as an individual!! Best Tribe ever!! Love you all!!

Rebecca Johnson

I’m beyond thankful for my journey into the 200 Hr. YTT at Balanced Life! Our instructors Dewana, Barb, Erin, & Kate Potter have been so wonderful in giving us the knowledge of yoga, alignment, & modifications. They have all been so encouraging, making the experience better than I could have ever imagined! We are a group of women of all ages, shapes, & sizes - the diversity is beautiful! The friendships I’ve made with these sweet ladies have warmed my heart & will forever have impacted me! Love our tribe!!!🙏🏻🧘🏻‍♀️

Melissa Gill

I have been so fortunate to be part of the teacher training program at Balanced Life Studio! Barb, Dewana, Erin, and Kate Potter have done such a great job bringing out the best in all of us. I have made some great friends...it’s been a true blessing to get to know all these ladies.🥰💯