Tina has been a student of yoga for more than 20 years and has been teaching since 1997. In her teens she was introduced to yoga and the yogic philosophy by her first yoga teacher, Eliana "Prerana"Baccas, who taught Kripalu yoga and the yogic lifestyle of Kripalu Yoga Ashram.

After completing a BA in International Affairs and Theatre from UNH, Tina received her 200 hour certification as an Interdisciplinary Yoga Instructor at Omega Institute for Holistic Studies with Don Stapleton and Amba Camp-Stapleton of Nosara Institute in 1996. That same year she discovered a love of the ashtanga vinyasa yoga practice. Beryl Bender Birch, author of "Power Yoga" was her first inspiring ashtanga teacher. Since then she has taken classes and training with David Williams, Shri K. Pattabhi Jois, Sharath, Manju Jois, Sri Vatsa Ramaswami (direct student of Krishnamacharya) Christine Hoar, Kathy Mcnames and others. She has received teacher training in the Primary Series from Nancy Gilgoff, David Swenson, and Beryl Bender Birch. She has also done 2nd Series training with Nancy Gilgoff several times and continues to study regularly. She has also begun studies in sanskrit with Vyaas Houston. Tina hopes to teach people that yoga is a science and an art that can empower them to understand and appreciate themselves and humanity.

Due to a chronic travel-bug, she has been to India several times and plans to return again soon! These pilgrimages have enriched her knowledge and appreciation of the culture from which yoga originated. Tina's trip to India in 2000 included a visit to Dharamsala, the Dalai Lama's home in exile. While there, she assisted in producing a documentary film with Andrea Campbell of Natural Light Films. Visit Andrea's site to see a description of the documentary Andrea and Tina produced and shot together. The working title is "Naked Philosopher". Also, Andrea edited footage of a Tibetan New Year Celebration from their 2000 trip: http://current.tv/watch/10190034.htm .

Thank you to a special peanut salesman who taught that the one true religion is "humanity"! Namaste, Shankar!

Tina is the founder and co-owner of just plain yoga studio with her husband, Ron.

RON BLOUCH

fifteen years ago ron was running a successful business in suburban washington, dc. after a dramatic, unexplainable incident that altered his life he spent years attempting to understand what had happened to him. conventional western medical approaches were of little help in clearing the negative effects he was experiencing. an encounter with an unorthodox teacher enabled him to begin to use this radical experience that he had, so unexpectedly, to work for him rather than against him.

he then began to immerse himself in every transformational practice he could find to see which ones, if any, were effective in bringing about change from pain to happiness. what does it take for people to change if they want to? is real, permanent change possible? how can we make the transition rapidly? can we become free of the things in our lives that we don’t like? can we do the things that we once found impossible with calm, ease and happiness? the answer is yes, without a doubt. ron’s life has been transformed from one of self-recrimination, suffering and isolation to one of clarity, strength, connection and adventure.

since the time of that original experience he has studied many different practices with a variety of teachers -- always with an intent to find the effective parts of the work while letting go of the things that were useless. at the moment he has done almost 80 trainings with 60 different teachers including mantak chia, michael winn, jack canfield, beryl bender-birch, paul scheele, ken wilber, genpo david merzel roshi, victor van kooten, charles muir, chun yi lyn, jim donovan, david williams, susan carlson, edward clarke, russell targ, zivorad slavinski, dr. glenn morris, hale dwoskin, gary craig, and marilou seavey. he teaches meditation because it is his core practice and it is, in his opinion, a crucial element in any other change practice that actually works. 

he is certified as a neuro linguistic programming practitioner and sedona method facilitator. he has delivered thousands of hours of emotional and physical clearing processes to others using the emotional freedom technique and several other mental and energetic technologies. he has trained in kundalini and la ho chi energetic practices and is a reiki master. among other things he has studied and done work in chi kung, yoga, meditation, and several other western change practices..

most importantly ron believes that the isolation of the meditative cushion is necessary and is, eventually, fun, but it is not an end in itself. it is a beginning that leads to the possibility of having the life you want, whatever that may look like to you.

Ron is a co-owner of Just Plain Yoga, with his wife, Tina.

ALLIE BERGER

Allie Berger likes to move.  In addition to Yoga, she has studied Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Kathak, and Modern Dance, and has a B.A. in Dance from Hobart & William Smith Colleges.  She loves to improvise and is fascinated by the language and intelligence of the moving body.

MIA BOSTIC, RYT

 Mia discovered yoga while going through a very difficult experience in her life.  Yoga made her happy, relaxed and left her with the feeling that she could take on any challenge that came her way. From her very first yoga class she knew it was going to be a life-long practice and passion. Yoga has taught her to live a life full of love and trust in the universe. 

Mia has been teaching yoga since 2004.  She completed two 200 hour Yoga Alliance teacher trainings: teacher training level 1 with Baron Baptiste as well as a children’s yoga training program. 

Since first finding yoga in 2001 her practice has grown from a purely physical experience to a committed study of yoga philosophy, practice and spirituality.  A perpetual student, she is currently studying with Yoga Master, Sri Dharma Mittra and Sri Andrei Ram Om where she is constantly reminded of the importance of compassion, laughter and the true purpose of yoga - self-realization.  Mia’s classes include chanting, pranayama, asana practice as well as a lot of laughs and fun.  Her focus in every class is connecting to the breath and being present on the mat – leaving you open to receive the magic that comes from yoga. 

ANNE FALVO, RYT

Six years ago, amid the happy chaos of raising four children, Anne stumbled onto the path of Ashtanga yoga. While initially attracted by the physical challenges of Ashtanga, she soon noticed other beneficial effects of her yoga practice. Her curiosity led her to pursue the more spiritual aspects of yoga as well. Since then her study of Ashtanga yoga, Tibetan Buddhism, and meditation has brought her a sense of peace and balance. She is learning to extend the feeling of inner calm that she experiences on her mat into other aspects of her life. As her personal practice developed, she felt a desire to share this joy with others. She began teaching ashtanga in 2002.  Through fellow practitioners she  met and studied extensively with Beryl Bender Birch, the author of Power Yoga and founder of The Hard & the Soft Yoga Institute. With their guidance and support she has found a loving compassionate way to teach this very challenging discipline. She is always amazed at the abundance of happiness and health yoga brings into the lives of students. With her children now becoming more independent, she has decided to further integrate her background in healthcare with the study of yoga and meditation. As she looks forward to continuing her training with Beryl and she will continue on this journey of well being and spiritual growth.

DALE HAILS, MA. E-ryt-500

Dale Hails has been studying Iyengar yoga since 1977.  She is certified by B.K.S. Iyengar, is registered with Yoga Alliance as E-RYT 500 where she serves on the Standards Committee, and is a member of the International Association of Yoga Therapists.  In addition to training with senior Iyengar teachers, Dale has studied with the Iyengars in Pune, India and through attendance at US Iyengar conventions.  Her Master’s degree is in Exercise Science with an emphasis on Motor Learning and Biomechanics and is certified as Group Health Instructor by the American College of Sports Medicine. For more info about Dale check out her website: http://www.dalehails.com

CAROLYN HARLEY

carolyn discovered the power of yoga accidentally in 2002 by showing up for a class at a community center looking for a stretch for her tight muscles. little did she realize what was about to happen to her life over the next 8 years. the intensity that she brings to everything she has ever done found a perfect match in the challenge of moving her body into postures she never thought possible.

after years of dedicated asana practice she has moved from practioner to teacher and shares her hard earned knowledge and understanding of the practice of yoga with all of her students at JPY. her powerful and elegant physical practice along with her relaxed and fun teaching style allow students to both experience and learn about yoga every time she steps to the front of the classroom.

Carrie fleming, BS. ryt

Carrie started practicing yoga in 2000 as a way to reduce the stress she was encountering through a career change and also as a new parent. Once she tried it, she didn’t look back. In 2004/2005 she attended the yoga teacher training program at the Mt. Nittany Institute of Natural Health. Carrie’s classes are based in the Kripalu tradition, which emphasizes self-awareness and relaxation, as well as gaining strength and balance on and off the mat. In Sanskrit, Kripalu means “being compassionate”, and Carrie encourages students to be aware of their bodies and selves to bring out the best in all aspects of life. Carrie has taken workshops with Ana Forrest, Jason Crandell, and Beryl Bender Birch, all of which have influenced her style. Carrie plans to continue practicing with these teachers, as well as deepening her practice of Kripalu yoga and studying the science of the chakra system. When not teaching, reading about, or practicing yoga, Carrie works her day job, keeping Pennsylvania clean and green as an environmental scientist for the Commonwealth. In her spare time, Carrie spends time with her husband and daughter, dreams of going to Disneyworld, and makes and eats good food from local sources.

DONNA HAGREEN

Donna began her spiritual journey in 1971. She realized the connection she was seeking was her True Nature and that connection is available to everyone and exists everywhere, right here – right now.

In 1986, she found a path that encourages one to live a yogic life style. In 1992, she added meditation to her practice. By 2000 she was led to add more hatha yoga to her life and she began to explore the Ashtanga Vinyasa Asana System.

In 2004 she discovered Yoga Nidra, a meditation practice that incorporates the focus of her previous years of meditation while giving her body deep rest and recovery from the rigors of daily living.  She found that Yoga Nidra’s restoration complements the practice of Hatha Yoga.  She delved deeper into understanding the Practice of Yoga Nidra, which lead her to the desire to teach.

She has successfully completed the Yoga Nidra Teacher Training with Richard Miller (42 advanced CEU training hours in Yoga Nidra Integrative Self-Restoration) and taught Yoga Nidra from January of 2006 to October of 2008.

Currently, she has retired from the corporate work place and spends her time exploring her passions and continuing to put into daily practice the bits and pieces of wisdom and experience that she has in her life tool kit.

After receiving her BFA in both Fibers and Printmaking with a minor in Art History from Temple University’s Tyler School of Art in 2001, Amanda Lease decided to leave the big city to return to her rural south central PA roots for a job in her field. During her first yoga class immediately following her return, she fell in love with this new art form and decide she wanted to teach it. Not knowing if it was a passing fling or something she wanted to do for the rest of her life, she promised herself that if she felt the same way in two years, she would find a way to get her certification. In February 2004, with the spiritual and financial help from her family and two best friends, she headed back to the big city, with a broken toe, and received her certificate from Sara City Workshop.

Since then, she has taught in York, Gettysburg, and East Berlin for gyms, womens’ retreats and also privately for individual clients. She is happy to now be a part of the Just Plain Yoga Family.

In her spare time, she likes making wine, riding on the back of her husband’s Harley, reading historical fiction, hiking, playing on the wii with her husband and stepson, and volunteering in her community. Between April and November, you can find her hanging laundry, getting down and dirty in her garden, or taking a walk. Although she lives for yoga, her desire in life is to be a shining example of Christ’s love.

DARLENE RALICKI, RYT

Darlene first explored yoga and meditation in 2008 in an effort to manage stress. This endeavor quickly evolved into an integrated practice of body, mind, and spirit. Her love and passion for yoga inspired her to pursue teaching and share with others.

In 2010, Darlene completed the 200 hour yoga teacher training program at Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health in Lenox, Massachusetts. In 2011, she completed a 40 hour vinyasa yoga teacher training, as well as Reiki I certification. She has taken workshops with Beryl Bender Birch, Shiva Rea, and Doug Swenson. Darlene also holds a BS degree from Duquesne University and follows a career path in marketing and product development. She currently markets her yoga instruction under Mind Over Body Yoga.

Darlene enjoys a variety of yoga disciplines including Vinyasa Flow, Ashtanga, and Kripalu™, which emphasizes compassionate awareness both on and off the mat. Her major influences are David Swenson, Shiva Rea, Beryl Bender Birch, Rodney Yee, and Kino McGregor. In addition to her passion for yoga, Darlene enjoys whitewater canoeing, rock climbing, hiking, and gardening.

www.mindoverbodyyoga.com

ELLEN SPAULDING

Ellen came to yoga a little late in the game, just when she could really appreciate its benefits ! She has found that yoga practice is different for her every time she steps on the mat; how that could be, she isn’t exactly sure, but she knows it to be true. The strength, flexibility and stability that she has gained is ample reward for her time spent practicing this strangely entrancing combination of muscular effort, controlled breathing and philosophical attitude. Pretty fancy talk, huh?

Not to worry, come to class with the mind set she had when she first began seven years ago: practice and let’s see what happens ! Appreciation of life in all its glory is what she is about these days. Toward that end she also tap dances. The best piece of advice she ever had about yoga : Enjoy your practice ! As Ellen is fond of saying : I’m not here for a long time, I’m here for a good time.

She has studied with David Williams, Beryl Bender Birch, Christine Hoar and the teacher who has probably influenced her most, Tina Stroh.



LISA STETS

Lisa is a long-time student of different forms of Yoga.  Shortly after coming to Prana Flow Yoga her practice and other aspects of her life began to deepen and change.  She connected to the unique sequencing style and creative methodology that are unique to Prana Flow and was drawn to share her love of Yoga with others. 

Lisa completed her 200-training through through the Samudra School of Living Yoga - Shiva Rea’s affiliate studio in Frederick, MD,.   She is currently in the process of completing her 500-hour RYT.   Lisa is also certified in Anjali Restorative Yoga and is a Reiki Practitioner.  In her spare time Lisa likes spending time with her husband and two dogs. She enjoys hiking, kayaking, and being in nature.  



emma terndrup

Emma came to her yoga practice thru the fitness industry. As an ACE certified fitness instructor and personal trainer in the ‘80’s, she started teaching hi-lo, step, muscle works, spinning and pilates. She came to yoga for balance and focus, and attended a Kripalu based teacher training, with her yoga mentor. She earned a 200 hour Yoga Alliance Registry as a result. She enjoys going to yoga conferences and continuing teacher training programs, including Shiva Rea’s Advanced Vinyasa teacher training and spending a couple of weeks with Desiree Rumbaugh experiencing Anusara Yoga. She brings years of experience and teaching as well as a sense of playful fun to her classes!

Professionally, Emma is a Registered Respiratory Therapist, having worked in hospitals, home care, and an allergy/asthma office for over 20 years. She retired from Respiratory Therapy, and after raising her two sons, now enjoys landscaping, reading, and walking her two rescue dogs.




SHERRA ZAVITSANOS, b.s. psychobiology

Sherra began practicing yoga in 2004 after a friend suggested that it might help her back injury. Conventional treatments had given some relief but still left her with considerable pain and dysfunction. She was uncomfortable taking a yoga class because of her injury and because she had a “non-standard-yoga-body” so she began learning yoga in weekly private sessions with Tina Stroh rather than in a group class. She saw some improvement immediately which led to a year of regular private sessions and a consistent home practice. She recovered sufficiently after a year and enjoyed yoga so much that she became interested in doing a group class.

Her initial foray into public yoga was “Big Yoga” class at Just Plain Yoga studio. Eventually she began taking hatha yoga classes with Carrie Fleming. She continued her private sessions with Tina Stroh and finally stepped into a 90 minute Ashtanga vinyasa class in which she participated for several years.

Sherra believes her yoga practice not only keeps her back happy, but her minor hand and finger numbness has almost disappeared, the remaining arthritis in her spine does not impact her significantly, and she is enjoying the relaxation and presence of mind that supports her spiritual quests. Sherra has completed workshops with Beryl Bender Birch, Edward Clark, David Williams and several others. She has been partaking of the joys and the challenges of Iyengar Yoga classes with certified Iyengar teacher Dale Hails since 2009.

Sherra works full time doing public affairs for the Social Security Administration, enjoys volunteering at her church, swims several times a week, and is an enthusiastic participant of community supported agriculture. She desires to share the wonderful benefits of yoga with people who might not feel comfortable in a ‘regular’ class because of the limitations of weight, inflexibility, age, or injury. She feels strongly about helping make yoga accessible to anybody who wants to try it, and intends to assist them in developing a supportive and effective yoga practice of their own.

MELINDA ZAMBOTTI

Melinda has been practicing yoga since 2001.   She completed a 200-hour teacher-training program at Glenmore Yoga and Wellness Center in Richmond, VA and has been Yoga Alliance certified since 2006.  She has continued to expand her knowledge base by attending workshops focusing on the Yoga Sutras, Yoga in Midlife, Prenatal Yoga, Therapeutic Yoga Adjustments, Ayurveda, and more.   Most recently, she completed the 40-hour vinyasa yoga teacher-training at Just Plain Yoga. 

Melinda worked in the field of Corporate Finance and is now a stay-at-home mom with two young children.  She has a B.S. in Finance from Penn State University and a Master’s degree in Management from Babson College.

Inspired by her teachers, Melinda's goal is to make yoga accessible to everyone.  It is her sincere hope that you leave class feeling renewed in mind, body, and spirit.

Lindsay ZembA, MA

When Lindsay was swimming and running competitively at Millersville University she started teaching yoga to college students. She has been practicing yoga for more than 10 years and has been teaching for 9. She is a certified yoga instructor through yoga fit, a spinning instructor through National Strength Professionals, and a personal fitness trainer through AAAI/ISMA.

After graduating from college, she began dabbling in triathlons and is now an internationally ranked Ironman triathlete - having competed in the original Ironman at Kona, Hawaii.  She loves practicing yoga as part of her triathlon training because of the increase in mental clarity and focus that it brings, along with greater endurance and self awareness.

Lindsay is inspired by Shiva Rea's vinyasa flow style of teaching and loves sharing and teaching yoga to all ages and fitness levels including both beginners and advanced practitioners.