Melissa Chenier

Missi Chenier C-IAYT, RYT-500, E-RYT 200, YACEP, RYT-200

A devoted student of Yoga, Missi has spent many years studying Yoga at a level beyond the physical and has devoted herself to learning about the foundations of Yoga, and its philosophies while walking the path of a yogi. After completing an RYT-200 program, Missi furthered her education studying Restorative Yoga, and Yoga Nidra, as well as a deep immersive study into the Yoga Sutras.  In 2022, Missi completed a RYT-300 program in Yoga Therapy, and is a graduate of the International Institute of Yoga Therapy, a fully accredited certification program with the International Association of Yoga Therapists. Missi has been drawn to the therapeutic benefits of yoga, and developed Yoga for Caregivers, a free program offering yoga to parents of medically compromised children. In 2021 Missi opened Santosha Yoga Therapy, which offers small group classes and workshops with a focus on Yoga Therapy techniques.  Missi has developed Meditation and Mindfulness for Cystic Fibrosis, this program offers monthly virtual session for those with CF and their caregivers.

Missi’s classes are well balanced, firmly rooted in the Yoga teachings and traditions, and have a focus on meeting each student where they are. Her passion is to see everyone with soft eyes, and help people develop techniques to improve their quality of breath, thought, and movement. Missi is forever grateful for all the teachers who have guided her, and continue to walk the path with her.