Meet the Tribe
Stacy Hein, Yoga Teacher/Studio Director/Reiki Practitioner
As a yoga teacher and co-founder of Tribe Yoga, Stacy's ultimate goal is to create a safe haven for students and seekers of all ages, abilities, backgrounds, and interests. Always a student herself, her greatest joy is learning and growing along with her classes—openly sharing her own experiences, struggles, and discoveries with honesty, humor, and authenticity.
Trained in the Ashtanga tradition by Erica McHugh of Emmaus Yoga, and previously a dance fitness instructor, freelance writer, and writing tutor—Stacy brings a background of both group instruction and one-on-one teaching experience to her classes. Her teaching style is a union of her passion for words and her love of the discipline, rhythm, and magic of yoga. Students can expect to encounter a blend of meditation, breath work, poetry and movement in her classes that is carefully designed to open the heart, quiet the mind, and motivate each unique soul toward fearless self-exploration and awareness—both on and off the mat.
Trained in the Ashtanga tradition by Erica McHugh of Emmaus Yoga, and previously a dance fitness instructor, freelance writer, and writing tutor—Stacy brings a background of both group instruction and one-on-one teaching experience to her classes. Her teaching style is a union of her passion for words and her love of the discipline, rhythm, and magic of yoga. Students can expect to encounter a blend of meditation, breath work, poetry and movement in her classes that is carefully designed to open the heart, quiet the mind, and motivate each unique soul toward fearless self-exploration and awareness—both on and off the mat.
Donna Kohut, Yoga Teacher
Yoga found Donna as a teen, showing up in the form of a used book at a book sale. This book revealed the support that basic asana and a steady meditation practice can provide. Practicing informally for many years, she developed a personal practice that fed her spirit and supported her body as she began a career as an outdoor professional. After traveling around the country living a nomadic life, she discovered Anusara Yoga in the redwoods of California and immersed herself in this hatha yoga style that focused on physical alignment fostering a yoga community. Donna continue studying Anusara in Vermont until her teachers left the fold to pursue other styles. It was then that she stumbled upon Kriplalu Yoga, which filled the void left by Anusara. She received her 200-hour certification from Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health in the spring of 2013, and began teaching shortly thereafter in the Poconos. Kripalu Yoga is a hatha practice that follows in the footsteps of Swami Kripalu. The focus of Kripalu Yoga is on developing nonjudgmental awareness, or witness consciousness, which allows for inner stillness is yoga practice, meditation, and daily life.
In her classes, Donna acts as a guide, holding space for fellow yogis to explore physical and meditative practices. She firmly believes in focusing on the purpose of the pose, rather than trying to mimick a shape that doesn't work for the individual. Bring your curiosity, playfulness, and sense of adventure.
In her classes, Donna acts as a guide, holding space for fellow yogis to explore physical and meditative practices. She firmly believes in focusing on the purpose of the pose, rather than trying to mimick a shape that doesn't work for the individual. Bring your curiosity, playfulness, and sense of adventure.
Tori DePaulo, Yoga Teacher
Tori is a teacher by nature and profession. When she’s not at the studio you can find her teaching high school English, near the water, reading a book, or spending time with her favorite people.
Tori was introduced to yoga at a young age, but more recently discovered Ashtanga through Stacy at tribe and immediately fell in love with it. She is currently completing her 200 hour YTT with Stacy and loves being able to dive deeper into the practice and share it with others, continuing her journey as a lifelong learner.
Her friends would describe her as a hardworking but silly girl who’s passionate and carries a hearty laugh. Tori loves connecting with people and being part of a community. Come practice with her if you’re looking to work hard and have fun, all while listening to some upbeat tunes and growing together.
Tori was introduced to yoga at a young age, but more recently discovered Ashtanga through Stacy at tribe and immediately fell in love with it. She is currently completing her 200 hour YTT with Stacy and loves being able to dive deeper into the practice and share it with others, continuing her journey as a lifelong learner.
Her friends would describe her as a hardworking but silly girl who’s passionate and carries a hearty laugh. Tori loves connecting with people and being part of a community. Come practice with her if you’re looking to work hard and have fun, all while listening to some upbeat tunes and growing together.
Allie Wharton, Yoga Teacher/Reiki Practitioner
Allie first began practicing yoga when she was 14 years old. She immediately fell in love with it and has since used it as a tool for strengthening her connection to her intuition, her body, and her spirituality. Allie’s love for healing the collective, being a positive change, and connecting with others on a deep level is reflected in the work that she does. She is also a birth+postpartum doula, reiki practitioner, and aromatherapist. Allie’s classes are a mix of deep stretching, smooth transitions, and personal introspection.
Michelle Gallagher (Devi Ananda Kaur), Kundalini Yoga Teacher
Divine connection through movement, meditation and music has been Michelle’s exploration & intention through many forms of yoga since 2002. But when Kundalini Yoga helped her through physical & emotional difficulty in 2013, it became her passion to bring this expansive experience of full mind, body, spirit awareness to others.
Michelle is currently teacher training with the Ra Ma Institute For Applied Yogic Science And Technology.
Michelle is a renowned Intuitive who studied with James Van Praagh and Martin Twycross.
She is also the Founder of Venus Rising; Conscious Empowerment For The Aquarian Age hosting weekly meditations on and offline, Women’s retreats, metaphysical workshops & Social Gravity a Sober MOVE-ment.
Michelle is currently teacher training with the Ra Ma Institute For Applied Yogic Science And Technology.
Michelle is a renowned Intuitive who studied with James Van Praagh and Martin Twycross.
She is also the Founder of Venus Rising; Conscious Empowerment For The Aquarian Age hosting weekly meditations on and offline, Women’s retreats, metaphysical workshops & Social Gravity a Sober MOVE-ment.
Christopher Schoch, Yoga Teacher
I was introduced to yoga through P90X, and fell in love with it. It was one of the hardest things I ever tried to do but I felt I so relaxed when done. I starting going to classes to learn more about yoga and learn more poses. I have learned so much from going to classes and workshops that I wanted improve myself and help others feel good about themselves as well; so I began yoga teacher training. I did my 200hr teacher training at Emmaus yoga. Now I love sharing my knowledge of yoga and helping people. I teach a fun but challenging Vinyasa Flow. In my classes I like to ask what the class wants to work on, anywhere from stretching to flowing to handstand and anywhere in between. I teach anywhere from beginners to advanced. My intention is to make every student feel comfortable and help them achieve their goals. With Yoga anything is possible.
Sharon Schnyder, Yoga Teacher
I am inspired everyday by my students’ dedication and efforts to this beautiful and powerful discipline.” ~ Sharon
Sharon Schnyder began practicing yoga in 2000. She has been teaching yoga in the Lehigh Valley since 2003 when she received her first yoga teacher certification. Through her love of Ashtanga, she completed her 200-hour RYT training in 2009 at Lehigh Valley Yoga. Sharon is also a certified MELT Method instructor. MELT is a self-care modality to help people get out of pain and find more efficiency in their body by rehydrating the connective tissue system and balancing the nervous system. Her other passions include super foods, herbs and nutrition for vibrant health. Sharon also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing, which has allowed for countless opportunities to promote wellness and to help others. Her classes are inspired by Core Strength Vinyasa Flow and she values finding balance in opposition, allowing work and play to coexist in the practice and encouraging students to be both humbled and empowered whenever they are on the mat. One of the kindest and most valuable comments Sharon has received from a student was, “You have a unique and special way about you that makes everyone feel comfortable and allows us to take risks.”
Sharon Schnyder began practicing yoga in 2000. She has been teaching yoga in the Lehigh Valley since 2003 when she received her first yoga teacher certification. Through her love of Ashtanga, she completed her 200-hour RYT training in 2009 at Lehigh Valley Yoga. Sharon is also a certified MELT Method instructor. MELT is a self-care modality to help people get out of pain and find more efficiency in their body by rehydrating the connective tissue system and balancing the nervous system. Her other passions include super foods, herbs and nutrition for vibrant health. Sharon also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing, which has allowed for countless opportunities to promote wellness and to help others. Her classes are inspired by Core Strength Vinyasa Flow and she values finding balance in opposition, allowing work and play to coexist in the practice and encouraging students to be both humbled and empowered whenever they are on the mat. One of the kindest and most valuable comments Sharon has received from a student was, “You have a unique and special way about you that makes everyone feel comfortable and allows us to take risks.”
Susanne Sandt, Yoga Teacher
Susanne was first introduced to yoga in a movement class she took in college. Later she experimented with yoga intermittently at the gym to which she belonged. About 5 years ago she began practicing yoga regularly as a way to relieve stress and get exercise. Through her continued practice she realized the wonderful benefits that yoga provides to both mind and body. She received her 200 hr teacher training at Living Room Yoga in May 2019. She is eager to teach others how yoga can bring about positive change to peoples lives. Currently, Susanne is teaching yoga to her daughter’s soccer team as well as organizing yoga events to benefit local charities. She enjoys various styles of yoga including Yin, Vinyasa and Hatha. Aside from teaching yoga, Susanne is a Nurse Practitioner who cares for the elderly population in subacute and long term care facilities. She looks forward to seeing you at Tribe Yoga.
Christina Fenon, Yoga Teacher
Christina came to her yoga mat looking for relief from anxiety and depression and discovered a new way of life. She found that practicing yoga and incorporating yogic principles to her life off the mat, helped her to cope with challenges, build awareness and grow significantly.
In 2018, feeling called to share her love of yoga with the world, Christina went to Thailand to obtain her teaching certification. Her intention teaching yoga is to help others find balance in life, and methods to cope, on and off the mat. She believes everyone deserves to feel at home in their bodies, to feel at home on this earth, and to feel inspired to live their lives fully.
Christina teaches a flowing style of yoga that is equal parts gentle and powerful, fueled by the connection to breath. Her classes are infused with creative transitions and rhythmic movements.
When she’s not doing yoga you can find her blogging about her journey at christinaeveyoga.com, styling hair at her day job, and talking out loud to her four boxers and cat Sage.
In 2018, feeling called to share her love of yoga with the world, Christina went to Thailand to obtain her teaching certification. Her intention teaching yoga is to help others find balance in life, and methods to cope, on and off the mat. She believes everyone deserves to feel at home in their bodies, to feel at home on this earth, and to feel inspired to live their lives fully.
Christina teaches a flowing style of yoga that is equal parts gentle and powerful, fueled by the connection to breath. Her classes are infused with creative transitions and rhythmic movements.
When she’s not doing yoga you can find her blogging about her journey at christinaeveyoga.com, styling hair at her day job, and talking out loud to her four boxers and cat Sage.
Sheetal Contractor, Yoga Teacher/Educator
Sheetal Contractor is a licensed massage therapist, yoga educator, wellness coach, author of the E-book Anyone Can Do YOGA! (... So What’s Stopping You?) and creator of the DVD Series called Yoga Essentials. Her yoga background includes training from a variety of styles and teachers over the past 20 years. Sheetal’s programs offer personalized attention to allow each person to learn according to his/her needs. Her mission is to help individuals reclaim their power when it comes to their health & wellness. Sheetal herself strives to “live her yoga” by moving, breathing, and thinking well each and every day and she hopes to inspire and support others to do the same.
Learn more about Sheetal at www.solunasolutions.com.
Learn more about Sheetal at www.solunasolutions.com.
