The Studio Instructors
Namaste
Meet Your Yoga Instructors
Kirsten Arney
The Studio & Group Fitness Instructor
Kirsten Arney
The Studio & Group Fitness Instructor
Kirsten’s yoga journey began here at the Wheaton Sport Center, as a way back to a strong core after having her two children. On her mat she found a calm amidst the chaotic joy of being home with her two preschool children. Upon returning to the workplace her desire and need to be centered only increased. As a result, she took the leap to become 200 RYT certified in 2019. Kirsten loves bringing balance to each pose, flow, class, and day. Taking lessons learned on your matt with you into all areas of your life. 200hr Certified. At the club since: 2020
Maggie Cresto
The Studio Instructor
Maggie Cresto
The Studio Instructor
Maggie found yoga shortly after her daughter was born with medical complexities. Yoga became not only a physical outlet, but an emotional one as well. After 2 years of focusing on her own practice, Maggie became certified to teach yoga, and has now been teaching kids and adults of all levels for the past 8 years. Maggie teaches classes that link breath to movements (poses) in order to achieve focus, balance and restoration. At times, Maggie will offer hands- on assists to help students align postures or enhance surrender or comfort Maggie has 2 kids, teaches third grade full-time and also tutors and teaches yoga. Maggie believes that kindness, patience and even a sense of humor can be integral to one’s individual yoga practice. At the club since: 2019
Mary Schwerin
Group Fitness Instructor
Mary Schwerin
Group Fitness Instructor
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
Molly Mattaliano
The Studio Instructor
Molly Mattaliano
The Studio Instructor
Molly has been teaching yoga for three years and practicing for more than 12. A longtime tennis player at the Sport Center, she came to yoga for increased flexibility but soon discovered the mental benefits and the magic of Savasana. Molly believes that yoga is for everyone, and she designs her vinyasa flows to be challenging yet accessible, offering more advanced options and also modifications. She views yoga as a self-affirming discipline, and she encourages students to transfer the positive lessons they learn on the mat to their everyday lives. An RYT 200 with Yoga Alliance, Molly has her certification in Advanced Teaching Skills from Prairie Yoga. 200hr certified. At the club since 2018
