Staff category: The Studio
Corie has been teaching yoga since 2015. She loves the variety of classes that are taught at WSC and believes everyone can find a place here in their mat. Corie is 500 hr certified, Senior Yoga certified, Mindfulness Meditation facilitator certified and Pilates certified on mat and apparatuses. At the club since 2016
Danielle started practicing yoga as a teenager and has been hooked ever since. She trained at Kula yoga project in NYC in alignment based vinyasa and has been teaching since January 2012. After having her first child she did a prenatal/postnatal teacher training program at Bliss Baby yoga. She also likes to mix in barre and Pilates, with plenty of focus on the breath. Danielle is a proud mama of three. At the club since 2018
Heather is thrilled to join the team of yoga instructors at Wheaton Sport Center. She decided to pursue her 250 hour certification through Prairie Yoga after seeing how much a consistent yoga practice benefited all aspects of her life. As a five-year member of the club, Heather has been influenced and inspired by the many wonderful teachers at WSC and looks forward to sharing the joyful gift of yoga to those who join her for practice. Off the mat, Heather enjoys traveling, dancing, and going for nature walks and bike rides with her husband, three children, and dog. At the club since: 2022
Jen is passionate about helping others increase their health, strength, and flexibility as they age. She is grateful to share the benefits of yoga, along with good playlists and a sense of humor, with any level and age of student. After experiencing the benefits of yoga in her own life, she obtained her RYT 200 in 2019, her RYT 500 in 2021, and her E-RYT 200 in 2025. A lifelong learner both on and off the mat, Jen is certified in multiple formats, from traditional hot to sculpt. She enjoys practicing with WSC members and hopes they can take the strength and mindfulness they demonstrate in class into their daily lives. RYT 500 hour and E- RYT 200 hour Yoga Alliance certified. At the club since 2022.
Karen has been an avid fitness buff who enjoys life through the lens of positive spirituality and physical health. An E-RYT 500 with Yoga Alliance, Karen is grateful to be able to share her love of yoga, REACH, and Pilates with others in both a teaching and management capacity. Karen creates a welcoming environment with students and team members, encouraging self-acceptance, wellness, restoration, and personal growth. Karen especially enjoys the challenge of creating a dynamic and fun sequence in each and every class that connects deeply with her students. Karen is a mother of three and in addition to her professional life she gives of her time to her family as well as various ministries in her parish. At the club since: 2008
Allie Beyer is an E-RYT and has been teaching hot and vinyasa yoga since 2015. She enjoys challenging her students to grow in their practice by experimenting with familiar movements in unfamiliar ways. Allie likes to remind her students (and herself) that it’s just yoga – Have fun with it and find playfulness on the mat! 200hr Certified, Hot & Aerial Certified. At the club since 2015
Carrie began taking yoga and aqua aerobics classes at the Sport Center 20 years ago, never dreaming that one day she would be leading those classes! Carrie is a professional violinist and orchestra conductor, and came to yoga in her mid-40’s. She has discovered the myriad benefits of a yoga practice, especially in building an awareness of not only how the physical body moves and changes, but the inner workings of the mind. She is excited to help yogis of all levels find progress in their bodies and in the ability to take a step back from the distractions of everyday life. Carrie holds a 500 hour certification through Yoga Alliance, and an active certificate with the Aquatic Education Association. She also occasionally travels to tropical resorts, where she serves as the Yoga/Aqua teacher in residence. At the club since 2019
Beth Pomatto comes to the Wheaton Sport Center with a passion for yoga and serving others. Beth has been practicing yoga most of her life. She became inspired to get her 200hr training to help others experience the benefits of yoga for themselves. Beth has been teaching yoga to all ages for 9 years and is continuing her yoga education in multiple class formats while working towards her 500hr certification. She is excited to share the benefits of yoga with you. 200hr Certified. At the club since: 2012
The Studio Instructor I have been teaching for 19 years at multiple health clubs everything from Power Yoga to Hatha. Firm believer in learning from a variety of instructors, sources, and yoga styles. Along with a variety of workshops I am YogaFit certified with Yoga Alliance accredited hours. Thankful for the opportunity to connect with others through the positivity of this healthy, life enhancing mind and body practice. “Work, love, and play are the great balance wheels of man’s being.” Orison Swett Marden At the club since: 2005