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YOGA definition;
From the Sanskrit word yuj which often translates ‘to unite, join or connect’; also means to center one’s thoughts. To connect the the
physical to self awareness.
We are happy to guide you on your personal yoga journey
RACHEL MARTIN, RYT,
Rachel received her professional yoga certification through the Yoga of Energy Flow Teacher Training at the
Dover Yoga Studio. She has been practicing yoga since 2001 and enjoys a variety of yoga traditions, focusing
mainly on Ashtanga and Vinyasa flow. She believes that there isn’t one style of yoga that is more effective than
another. Each person is different, and all styles of yoga lead to the same result…a peaceful mind and a sense of
calm and well-being.
Rachel found yoga at the perfect time, when her children were young, and it gave her rejuvenation and an overall
feeling of well-being. Yoga helped her get through panic and anxiety, and she likes to incorporate techniques into
her yoga classes which help with anxiety and stress reduction. Rachel believes that a daily yoga practice,
whether you have an hour or just a couple of minutes to practice, helps you to center, relax and help you to lead a
less stressful life. She also holds a certificate in The New England School of Thai Yoga for Thai Yoga Massage.
Rachel lives in South Berwick, Maine with her husband and two children. She is an active volunteer in the South
Berwick community, serving on the Central School PTO, The Hot Summer Nights Concert Series, Powder House
Ski Hill, and other various committees in town.
“I have many teachers to thank for where I am today including Carrie Tyler and Daniel Orlansky; my wonderful
teachers in the Yoga of Energy Flow Teacher Training. Studying with David Swenson. Karen Varney, and Lona
Kovacs; the two beautiful teachers who taught me all about the Ashtanga practice and its life changing benifits. I
still hear all of your voices when I step onto my mat and when I am teaching. I am so grateful for your patience,
love and kindness. Thank you also to Lisa Flynn, Michaela Wood, and my favorite yogini pal, Denise Bessette.
And of course, I am where I am today because of my supportive family, two beautiful children, and my husband
who has always believed in me".
DENISE BESSETTE, RYT,
Denise has been practicing yoga for more than a decade. She has studied different styles of yoga among great
teachers such as Rodney Yee, Baron Baptiste and Gary Kraftsow. Denise is an RYT graduate of The Yoga of
Energy Flow at Dover Yoga under the expert guidance of Carrie Tyler, Daniel Orlansky and Jennifer Yarro. She
also holds certificates in Rasa Yoga as well as Thai Yoga Massage from The New England School of Thai Yoga.
“I like to incorporate some Thai massage into adjusting people while in their poses because it compliments yoga
well and it feels so good!” Denise also offers Restorative Yoga which guides people towards healthy ways to
unblock energies and regain balance by utilizing meditation and breathing techniques.
“I found Yoga at a challenging time in my life, and it gracefully got me through. I feel that Yoga has so many
benefits, physically and emotionally, especially if practiced over time. It’s something you should experience
yourself. It trains you to de-stress yourself and brings balance and grounding into your day to day life- something I
wasn’t even aware I was lacking!”
Denise’s travel to India has given her first hand appreciation of why yoga is a part of daily life and the many
benefits it holds. Denise grew up on the seacoast and has made this her home.
JANIS SHELDON, RYT,
Janis has been practicing yoga since 1992. Her teachers are from IntegrativeYoga Therapy, Kundalini , Kripalu
traditions and the Meridian Yoga Institute. She has participated in Gentle Yoga workshops with Sudha Carolyn
Lundeen, senior teacher at Kripalu Center, Somatic Movement workshops with Christa Rypins, KYT and
movement specialist, and trained with Daniel Orlansky of Meridian Yoga. She is an ongoing student of
Hannelore Moebius of Durham, N.H. Janis is Reiki II Certified and has an interest in Traditional Chinese
Medicine (TCM), partnering TCM healing practices with yoga in her daily practice. Her philosophy in life is “ Less
is More “ and encourages her students to move with awareness and listen to their body’s wisdom. Having had
back surgery in 2003 she is compelled to share her personal journey and how gentle yoga was and continues to
be paramount in her recovery and daily comfort.
She also feels that laughter is the best medicine! Janis enjoys yoga in community for health enhancement and
well-being. She has a strong connection to nature and spends time in the woods and walking around Great Bay
whenever possible. She is the proud mother of two sons and shares a home in Stratham, N. H. with her husband
of more than 30 years, Patrick.
SHARON TRULL, MS, CTRS,
Sharon is a recreational therapist and certified Pilates teacher, who has worked with a variety of cliental over the
years. Her strong interests have been in the areas of aquatic, ball and Pilates exercises. She is dedicated to
improving individual's health, well being and overall functioning. In addition, Sharon has worked with children with
multiple disabilities. Sharon is a Certified CLY Instructor and is certified in the Color Me Yoga for Children
Program. Sharon has over 23 years experience working children and adults with multiple disabilities. She has
been part of the CLY Instructor Team since 2006, serving as Asst. Summer Camp Director and Instructor for
numerous CLY Kids Yoga I classes. Sharon resides in S. Berwick with her husband and two children.
LISA FLYNN, RYT
Lisa Flynn is the Owner/Director of ChildLight Yoga. CLY provides classes, programs and trainings focused on
yoga for children. Its mission is to encourage an early practice of yoga and relaxation, providing children with a
foundation for life-long wellness - body, mind and spirit. For more information, please visit Childlight Yoga.
MISSI D’ARCY R.Y.T
Missi received her yoga teacher certification from Mimi Loureiro at O2 Yoga Studio in Boston, MA.
Yoga has been her passion for over 5 years. “I have my daughter Devon to thank for introducing me to yoga.”
Missi left a career in the corporate world to pursue her passion. She hopes that she can help others to discover
as much enjoyment and benefit from yoga as she has found. “I have had some amazing teachers throughout the
years and everyone has helped me to realize my dream.” Missi has studied with Beryl Bender Birch, as well as
just completed a workshop with Lisa Flynn of Childlight Yoga. She continues to learn all she can through classes,
workshops, and trainings. Missi resides in Rochester, NH with her husband Tom and dog Maxx.
She also has two grown daughters (Devon & Danielle) and a 3 1/2 year old grandson(Gage).
MELISSA BURCHARDT
Melissa earned her Aesthetic License from the prestigious Institute of Skin Science in Rye, NH. Implementing
vegan and natural philosophies are at the heart of her Esthetics practice. She includes classic and therapeutic
facials as well as detoxifying body and foot care treatments. Hair removal methods are accomplished with natural
waxes and ancient threading techniques. Her application of pure mineral make up is the only choice when
designing a perfect look for bridal and special events. This New Orleans native has called New England home for
the past ten years. She lives in Stratham with her three cats, Chloe, Mel and Isis. Melissa’s passion for a green
earth and all things organic combined with her Masters Degree in International Business makes
South Berwick Yoga a perfect fit.
LOIS SANS, RYT
Lois is a graduate of the Yoga of Energy Flow 200 hour yoga teacher training in Dover, N.H. She has been a
devotee of yoga for the past 10 years with a range o f interests including ashtanga, vinyasa and sivananda. She
has taught at The Dover Yoga Studio and also at On The Mat in Berwick. She is also certificated in Thai Yoga
Massage from the New England School for Thai Yoga. "Meditation and yoga have help me to be calm and
productive in all aspects of my life." When Lois is not practicing yoga, she is the art teacher at
Barrington Elementary School. She loves to travel and recently spent a month in Japan. She enjoys all forms of
art, practicing her violin and playing with her grandson, Seamus.
CARRIE TYLER, RYT, PYT
Dover Yoga co-owner and Dover Pilates owner has been practicing yoga and Pilates since the late 90's and
teaching both since 2001. She is the creator of Rasa Yoga she is known for her playful style of teaching, her
strong knowledge of anatomy and alignment, her understanding of yogic philosophy, and how the body moves
and works on both energetic and physical levels. Her passion for anatomy and movement comes from her
kinesiology background and experience over the last 20 years in modern & African dance, aerial fabric, classical
figure drawing, and studies in various forms of yoga. It is her belief t hat yoga and Pilates are appropriate for
every body and that through the process of yoga one can unleash their true energetic and creative potential.
Carrie considers yoga, Pilates and complimentary healing therapies to be preventative medicine, and adheres
to the belief that regular practice and self care can reconcile many imbalances and dis"eases" of the body. She
has her 500hr PYT (professional yoga therapist) and 200hr RYT certification through Integrative Yoga Therapy,
and is currently pursuing a degree in Exercise Science/ Kinesiology at the University of New Hampshire. Her
certifications in Pilates Mat and Reformer work are from the highly respected Power Pilates Institute. In addition
Carrie holds certifications in Prenatal Yoga, Thai Bodywork, and Reiki. In addition to teaching yoga classes,
Pilates classes, and leading workshops and retreats in New England and abroad, Carrie trains future yoga
teachers alongside Daniel Orlansky in a 200hr yoga teacher t raining, The Yoga of Energy Flow. She is available
for private consultations and specializes in creating programs for those with medical concerns, injury
rehabilitation, and structural issues.
