Shannon Schwartz, Owner/Director (yoga/meditation instructor, reiki masters of masters, registered dietitian)
Shannon found yoga a few years ago after wandering into a hot vinyasa class out of curiosity. She realized how intense the practice was and continued to go back, in the hopes of getting better. While she was in the class, she noticed that the instructor would speak about philosophical teachings from ancient religions, or modern day philosophers. Shannon has already been working on spiritual growth outside of the class, and started to realize yoga was more than a fitness workout. At that point she started to fall in love with the practice. Shannon completed her 200-hr teaching training, and reiki attunements at Tribe.
When Shannon is not on the mat, she is spending time with loved ones, as well as coaching clients in wellness. She recently moved to the Lehigh Valley from Philadelphia.
Shannon classes are guided by intuition, and teachings she has learned from trainings, life experience, books, etc. Shannon likes to make the class very active before she slows it down, leading to savasana.
“When the mind is calm, how quickly, how smoothly, how beautifully you will perceive everything.” -Paramahansa Yogananda
Shannon found yoga a few years ago after wandering into a hot vinyasa class out of curiosity. She realized how intense the practice was and continued to go back, in the hopes of getting better. While she was in the class, she noticed that the instructor would speak about philosophical teachings from ancient religions, or modern day philosophers. Shannon has already been working on spiritual growth outside of the class, and started to realize yoga was more than a fitness workout. At that point she started to fall in love with the practice. Shannon completed her 200-hr teaching training, and reiki attunements at Tribe.
When Shannon is not on the mat, she is spending time with loved ones, as well as coaching clients in wellness. She recently moved to the Lehigh Valley from Philadelphia.
Shannon classes are guided by intuition, and teachings she has learned from trainings, life experience, books, etc. Shannon likes to make the class very active before she slows it down, leading to savasana.
“When the mind is calm, how quickly, how smoothly, how beautifully you will perceive everything.” -Paramahansa Yogananda
Stacy Hein, Yoga Teacher
Stacy is trained in the traditional Ashtanga/Vinyasa yoga tradition by Erica McHugh of Emmaus Yoga. Her continuing Ashtanga studies have included intensives with renowned teachers such as David Williams and David Swenson. A daily practitioner and lifelong student herself, her goal with each class is to create a safe space and a successful experience for everyone in the room. She believes in meeting every student exactly where they are. With additional advanced trainings in Yin yoga and Kundalini, she brings a broad range of tools to the mat. Stacy's teaching style is a union of her passion for the discipline, rhythm and magic of yoga and her love of the art of communication. Join Stacy on the mat for an experience that blends breath, movement, and mindfulness.
Stacy is trained in the traditional Ashtanga/Vinyasa yoga tradition by Erica McHugh of Emmaus Yoga. Her continuing Ashtanga studies have included intensives with renowned teachers such as David Williams and David Swenson. A daily practitioner and lifelong student herself, her goal with each class is to create a safe space and a successful experience for everyone in the room. She believes in meeting every student exactly where they are. With additional advanced trainings in Yin yoga and Kundalini, she brings a broad range of tools to the mat. Stacy's teaching style is a union of her passion for the discipline, rhythm and magic of yoga and her love of the art of communication. Join Stacy on the mat for an experience that blends breath, movement, and mindfulness.
Tori DePaulo, E-RYT 500, Lead Yoga Teacher, Reiki Master/Teacher, Mindfulness Instructor, Canva Enthusiast
Connection, creativity, and community guide Tori's life and teaching. Yoga offers the perfect mingling of these three tenets. Passionate about Ashtanga Yoga and eight-limbed living, Tori seeks to create a community of people who connect to their bodies and realize their true nature. Tori has been practicing yoga since her youth but later discovered Ashtanga Yoga through Stacy Hein at Tribe Yoga in 2017. Since then, she took a deep dive into yoga and mindfulness by completing her 200-hour training through Tribe, a 300-hour training program through YFI, and meditation training with Yogi Bryan. Tori continues to study with esteemed Ashtanga teachers such as David Swenson and keeps up her daily practice for her self-study. Tori's class converges tradition, philosophy, and humor for an upbeat and energetic experience.
Connection, creativity, and community guide Tori's life and teaching. Yoga offers the perfect mingling of these three tenets. Passionate about Ashtanga Yoga and eight-limbed living, Tori seeks to create a community of people who connect to their bodies and realize their true nature. Tori has been practicing yoga since her youth but later discovered Ashtanga Yoga through Stacy Hein at Tribe Yoga in 2017. Since then, she took a deep dive into yoga and mindfulness by completing her 200-hour training through Tribe, a 300-hour training program through YFI, and meditation training with Yogi Bryan. Tori continues to study with esteemed Ashtanga teachers such as David Swenson and keeps up her daily practice for her self-study. Tori's class converges tradition, philosophy, and humor for an upbeat and energetic experience.
Karen Parker, Yoga Teacher, reiki master
Karen found yoga about ten years ago after an illness prompted a much-needed search for wellness. A consistent yoga practice became the cure for a stressful lifestyle. The movement and stillness were equally attractive.
She completed a 200-hour YTT in March 2020 after retiring from academic teaching. Her training up to this point also includes certifications in yin and kundalini, and master-level reiki attunement.
Her teaching style can be described as modern vinyasa- integrating elements of various yoga styles with somatics, Pilates, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), and Jin Shin Jyutsu (JSJ). A focus on alignment-based movement fosters strength, flexibility, and subtle-body awareness. Karen loves making yoga accessible and believes that any improvement we make in our inner world resonates out to improve the world at large.
Karen found yoga about ten years ago after an illness prompted a much-needed search for wellness. A consistent yoga practice became the cure for a stressful lifestyle. The movement and stillness were equally attractive.
She completed a 200-hour YTT in March 2020 after retiring from academic teaching. Her training up to this point also includes certifications in yin and kundalini, and master-level reiki attunement.
Her teaching style can be described as modern vinyasa- integrating elements of various yoga styles with somatics, Pilates, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), and Jin Shin Jyutsu (JSJ). A focus on alignment-based movement fosters strength, flexibility, and subtle-body awareness. Karen loves making yoga accessible and believes that any improvement we make in our inner world resonates out to improve the world at large.
Tim Hungaski, Meditation & Mindfulness Instructor
Tim is a homecare and hospice Occupational Therapist who has served residents of the Lehigh valley for over 23 years and a Graduate of The Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Training from Tribe Teacher Training and Leadership Academy.
Tim is a homecare and hospice Occupational Therapist who has served residents of the Lehigh valley for over 23 years and a Graduate of The Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Training from Tribe Teacher Training and Leadership Academy.
Sharon Michels, Yoga Teacher
Sharon's interest in the human body began 30 years ago when she decided to pursue a career as a massage therapist. Through her research and studies on health and the body, she discovered the powerful mind-body connection and the tranquility it can bring. With 14 years of experience as a certified Romana's Pilates instructor, she has been teaching individuals with various health concerns how to improve their strength, flexibility, and posture, leading to a healthier lifestyle. Driven by curiosity about the human body, Sharon pursued a career as a physical therapy assistant (PTA) and also obtained a master's degree in kinesiology while working as a PTA in different settings for ten years. In 2022, Sharon and her daughter completed Tribe's 200-hour Ashtanga yoga certification, which further strengthened her mind-body connection and her relationship with her daughters, Autumn and Aubrey. Currently, Sharon is working as a registered nurse and is pursuing a holistic nursing certification. She continues to have a strong interest in the healing arts and uses her knowledge as a creative outlet to teach yoga and Pilates. Sharon is an active member of the Tribe community and fills in for other yoga instructors.
Sharon's interest in the human body began 30 years ago when she decided to pursue a career as a massage therapist. Through her research and studies on health and the body, she discovered the powerful mind-body connection and the tranquility it can bring. With 14 years of experience as a certified Romana's Pilates instructor, she has been teaching individuals with various health concerns how to improve their strength, flexibility, and posture, leading to a healthier lifestyle. Driven by curiosity about the human body, Sharon pursued a career as a physical therapy assistant (PTA) and also obtained a master's degree in kinesiology while working as a PTA in different settings for ten years. In 2022, Sharon and her daughter completed Tribe's 200-hour Ashtanga yoga certification, which further strengthened her mind-body connection and her relationship with her daughters, Autumn and Aubrey. Currently, Sharon is working as a registered nurse and is pursuing a holistic nursing certification. She continues to have a strong interest in the healing arts and uses her knowledge as a creative outlet to teach yoga and Pilates. Sharon is an active member of the Tribe community and fills in for other yoga instructors.