Yoga Director - Becky Dempsey, B.S. Human Services, certified yoga instructor thru Lighten Up yoga in Ashville, NC., Yoga Coordinator for the Sports Barn, and member of yoga alliance. Becky began her study of yoga 13 years ago and has taught since 1998. She continues her yoga studies though credits her many hours spent with Rodney Yee and Doug Keller as having most influenced her teaching style.
Shannan Billings , a practicing Virginia Tech Chemical Engineer and Certified Six Sigma Black Belt whose 25 years of dance training lead her to teach fitness in such places as Virginia, Iowa, Texas, and Tennessee since 1992. Shannan holds such instructor certifications as ACE Group Fitness, YMCA Group Exercise and Strength Training, Kardio Kombat kickboxing, Black belt in Shito-ryu, Johnny G Spinning Star 3, AFAA Personal Trainer and Adv. Personal Trainer, IM=X Pilates Floorwork, Balletone, and BOSU. Shannan is a licensed Personal Fitness Trainer by the National Board of Fitness Examiners.
Karen Buntin, has been practicing yoga since 2005 and is a recent graduate of Dolly Stavros’ Red Stone yoga 200 hour power vinyasa teacher training. Her passion for yoga, especially vinyasa flow, shines through in her teaching. You’ll enjoy her energy and loving presence in her classes.
Victoria Butler, A Registered Nurse, home schooling mom, and 26-year resident of Chattanooga, Victoria started Yoga in earnest 4 years ago. Victoria discovered the therapeutic benefits of Yoga while attending classes with the various teachers at the SportsBarn. During that time she began taking workshops and in 2008 she completed a 200-hour Teacher Training course in Power Vinyasa Yoga with Dolly Stavros of Red Stone Yoga. Though her preferred style is t he Power Vinyasa, Victoria is able to introduce modifications for beginners as needed and loves to work with beginners. Be prepared to learn some anatomy, focus on your breath as you work, laugh, get strong, get toned, and yes, sweaty!
Susan Bryant, Earned her certification with the National Yoga Alliance through training from The Asheville Yoga Center in North Carolina. Susan has also completed a 1,000-hour Professional Yoga Therapist program through Integrative Yoga Therapy in Prescott, AZ. She specializes in teaching therapeutic classes; the treatment of athletic injuries and chronic physical conditions; and one-on-one private sessions. One of only two in the Southeast, she is a certified Yoga for Golfers™ instructor through Katherine Roberts’ nationally acclaimed program; certified in A.I.S.(Active Isolated Stretching)
Kristina Guy, North Fitness Mgr. M.A. Criminology. Certifications: AFAA Group Fitness, PhysicalMind Institute Pilates, Aerobic Pipeline International, marathon runner. Specialties: general strength and conditioning, core training, running/race preparation, swimming and triathlon training, mat work & running.
Margaret Green, has been a student of yoga since 1987 and has taught yoga for the past 6 years. She is certified to teach in the White Lotus Flow Hatha-Vinyasa tradition as well as in the Iyengar style of yoga. Margaret teaches a dynamic heated class blending the two styles with hints, tools and principles. Flow Yoga
Dorothy Hill, BA in English Lit, M.Ed in Secondary Ed/English. Dorothy has been practicing yoga since 2004 and is Yoga Alliance certified at the 200 hour level. Her enthusiasm for yoga is undeniable. A teacher for many years at the secondary and post secondary levels, Dorothy has a desire to help others experience the healing, nurturing, and renewal that she has found through her practice.
Candy Kinsey, studied dance intensively and has been dancing and performing with Ballet Tennessee for the past ten years. She is currently pursuing her membership with the Pilates Method Alliance and has approximately 200 hours of training and teaching. She has been teaching Pilates mat classes locally and has trained with Ann Law.
Barbara Major, My yoga practice provides a meaningful way for me to remain present throughout my long days as a stay-at-home-mother, as well as an invigorating way to remain physically and emotionally healthy. I first came to yoga while in college and have been practicing consistently since 2002. Prior to completing a 200 hour Vinyasa Flow training course with Redstone Yoga, I spent a week studying at Bliss Yoga. Teaching is an extension of my practice; a way to share yoga and the beauty that surrounds us. After each yoga practice, I realize what brings me back to the mat: core strength, emotional clarity, and awareness of the divine.
Tammy Nichols, AS Science: Tammy began practicing Yoga five years ago, favoring Ashtanga Yoga. Tammy obtained certifications in group fitness and personal training through AFAA. Still an avid Yoga student and wanting to move into a mix with Pilates as well, Tammy received her Pilates MatMix certification later in 2005 with June Kahn and Sara City Workout. She also received an additional Pilates certification through FitTour. In 2007, Tammy began teaching MatMix at the DT Sports Barn location integrating Yoga balance work and Pilates core work using a mix of light dumbbells, stability balls, straps, blocks and Pilates rings. Tammy obtained Level 1 YogaFit certification in early 2007. She completed Level 2 in May 2008, and will be completing Levels 3 & 4 before the end of 2008. Upon completing the Level 5 certification in early 2009, she will have earned her 200-hour RYT certification. Having experienced the positive physical, mental and spiritual benefits of Yoga and Pilates, Tammy has used both practices in various and appropriate formats in group fitness and with her clients as a personal trainer. Students and clients both have enjoyed the challenge and variety Yoga and Pilates bring to their fitness regimen.
Holly Sisson, Inspired to help others with the transformation of heart, mind and body, I completed my 200-hour teacher training under Dolly Stavros of Red Stone Yoga. I teach a fun and powerful vinyasa flow that builds strength and balance - with a bit of reflective and inspirational themes thrown in for good measure. My goal is that you leave my class energized, peaceful, joyous and more than likely a bit sweaty.
Jenny Smith, a Registered Ultrasound and Radiologic Technologist. She is certified to teach Bosu Classes and is certified in Yogafit 1 and 2.
Madia V. Swicord - LMT, RYT-500. I am a teacher and therapist with a wide range of expertise and experience. A licensed and a skilled practitioner with years of combined experience and training to provide personalized care for optimal health, improved functioning, and rejuvenation. Practicing a wide range of techniques and modalities in order to effectively and positively impact a client/student's health. As a teacher, I love to blend an intense physical practice with the extraordinary challenge of attempting to stay in the moment...directing the mind can be more difficult than training the body and has exponential benefits. I am a certified Hatha and Vinyasa Yoga teacher and much like my massage, I integrate diverse styles in the moment of that particular class. I have been in practice for over 15 years and have a B.S. in Psychology and Exercise Science, have received Certifications in Hatha and Vinyasa Yoga, am a Licensed Massage Therapist. I created, managed and operated 'Madia's Studio for 10 years.
April Turk, Associates Degree in General Education, AFAA Personal Trainer, NDEITA Group Fitness Instructor, Yogafit lll Certified, YMCA Group Fitness Instructor, YMCA Cycle Reebok Certified, TurboKick Kickboxing Instructor, NDEITA Pilates Certified, Resist-a-ball Certified, Prenatal Yoga Certified
Teresa Wade, The Sports Barn's Health and Fitness Director, B.S. in Criminal Justice, AFAA Personal Trainer, ACE Group Fitness Instructor, ACSM Exercise Specialist, AFAA Yoga, Physical Mind Institute Pilates, Reebok RNT, ACE Lifestyle and Weight Management, Gravity Training Systems, Reebok 5 Point Screening/Core Board, BOSU Certified. Teresa is now newly certified in SomaVeda Level I Thai Massage, Myofascial Release Techniques, Level I.
