Lakeview Yoga will be closing the physical space on 12/21/2024.
Stay tuned to your emails and social media for updates coming in Feb. I truly love teaching yoga, so I am planning to have some pop up classes in 2025.
Maria Sherman, Owner
Maria began her yoga journey on January 2nd, 2014 when she walked into her first yoga class. Her nervousness (and sweaty palms) almost forced her to leave. As she turned to go, her instructor looked up and asked, “Are you Maria?”. The genuine care and inclusiveness she felt from that very first yoga class has endeared her to the practice for the past nine years. Maria’s initial reason for beginning yoga was to gain flexibility while training for a half marathon. However, she soon fell in love with the mindful aspects of yoga and the benefits that she saw in her body. In 2022 Maria completed her 200 hour teaching training. She is inspired and motivated by helping her students experience this practice that has meant so much to her own life.
Maria became the owner of Lakeview Yoga in July 2023.
Denise Schmitt, Instructor
Denise attended her first yoga class in 2002. After steady and continued practice, she noticed not only increased physical strength but also an unexplained happiness and peace. Yoga was her answer to balance and self-acceptance.
With a background in nursing, Denise is drawn to the healing aspect of yoga. She strives to help others find in themselves the peace, contentment, and strength that she gains from her own practice. She strongly believes that yoga can benefit everyone and that everyone can practice yoga, regardless of age, body type, personality or physical restrictions.
In 2012 Denise completed her 200 hour teacher training with Donna Dyer at Yoga H'Om in Pittsburgh. When not practicing yoga, Denise works as a registered nurse in research and enjoys reading, crafting, being outdoors, and spending time with her husband and two daughters.
Chrissy Sileo, Instructor
Chrissy first walked into a yoga studio 10 years ago at the encouragement of a friend, and immediately fell in love with the practice. Initially drawn to the physical side of yoga, it is the mental aspects of yoga, and overall euphoric state that keep her coming back.
After completing her 200-hour teacher training through Yoga H’Om in Robinson, she is currently studying "sustainable yoga" with Brea Johnson of Heart and Bones Yoga. Deeply rooted in the belief that “ yoga meets you where you are” Chrissy’s classes are accessible to all levels and abilities. She is particularly grateful to Kate and the Lakeview Yoga community for the opportunity to teach and is excited to share her enthusiasm for the practice with others.
When not her mat Chrissy enjoys travelling, reading, cooking, baking, spending time with her family and friends and most of all going on walks with her dog.