YONO yoga & Quiet Corner Float

11/02/2025

Meet Pretzel - a handsome and energetic 1 year-ish old aussie weighing in at 40lbs. If you're an on the go type of person then Pretzel is your boy. He thrives on adventure and fun. He settles well once his exercise needs are met and gets along well with kids and other dogs.
📍348 Old Colony Rd, Eastford CT
⏰Wed 4-6:30pm, Thurs 10:30-12:30, Sat and Sun 11am-1pm
🌎 pawsafe.org for application and info

10/29/2025

Please bring items to Yono and I will personally collect and drive items to the soup kitchen!!

10/29/2025

Happy Wednesday!

Five classes on the schedule every Wednesday... a little something for everyone!

www.yonowillimantic.com

10/27/2025

Two floats. Two rooms. Too magical to miss.
Float twice or bring a friend — just do it before October 31.
Bewitchingly good price, endlessly good vibes.

www.yonowillimantic.com
59 Church St., Willimantic

Purchase here:
https://yonoandfloat.floathelm.com/store/packages/1233262

questions? You always get me directly 860-372-2883

10/19/2025

Feeling better starts with showing up for yourself. Let’s move together — pop-up HIIT class at 8:30 with me and 9:30 Vinyasa Yoga with Kristen!

Yono Willimantic & Quiet Corner Float is the best yoga studio in Willimantic, CT. Enhance your physical and mental well-being with yoga, meditation, massage therapy, float, sauna and reiki.

09/26/2025

Meet Priscilla, a 2025 graduate of YONO’s 200-Hour Teacher Training!
She carries a quiet yet confident presence, guiding her classes with crystal-clear instruction and a natural command that feels so nourishing to your soul. Priscilla is the kind of teacher you instantly feel at ease with—someone who values true connection, never forgetting the power of eye contact and genuine communication. Guided deeply by intuition, she has taken remarkable steps to grow into the teacher she is today, and we are so lucky to have her on our team.

Join her every Monday at 4:30 PM for Gentle Yoga and experience her grounded, heartfelt guidance.

Here is a bit more about Priscilla Qbv
"I discovered yoga while working as a State Police Detective many, many years ago. I realized then that I needed to find a healthy way to unwind, find balance, and re-integrate emotionally with my family after working long hours at top speed. Yoga helped me slow down when the work was done and gave my mind space to relax. In my class, you’ll be encouraged to focus on breath leading movement.
“Yoga takes you into the present moment, the only place where life exists.” —Patanjali"
www.yonowillimantic.com

09/26/2025

Meet Latifa, one of our incredible
YONO yoga & Quiet Corner Float
YTT 2025 graduates!
Her hard work, dedication, and genuine happiness shine through in everything she does. From the moment she graduated, she hit the ground running—teaching, volunteering, and branching out quickly. Latifa is not only reliable but always willing to participate and share her gifts with the community. We’re so grateful to have her as part of the YONO family!

A little more about Latifa Sfakios:
Hi! My name is Latifa, a Vinyasa teacher certified through YONO—a space that’s felt like home and helped shape my love for creative, feel-good movement. My classes are infused with fun tunes, thoughtful transitions, and just the right amount of challenge. Inspired by yoga philosophy, I love sharing deeper insights through movement, helping you connect with your body, breath, and self. Come ready to move, groove, and leave feeling grounded.
You can find her on many Mondays 8:30am, Fridays 9am & 10:30am!

www.yonowillimantic.com

09/25/2025

Meet Michelle!
Michelle guides our Thursday morning Gentle Yoga class with a beautiful blend of personalized style and tradition. Her unique transitions and thoughtful sequencing create an experience that leaves you feeling lighter in mood, body, and spirit.

Her uplifting energy, clear voice, and supportive cueing make every class approachable and deeply restorative. Beyond the mat, Michelle takes time before and after class to connect with students, cultivating a warm and welcoming space where everyone feels comfortable and cared for.
Come join Michelle on Thursday mornings and experience the difference her guidance brings!

A little more about Michelle....
"Michelle lives a life dedicate to health and wellness and is sharing it with the world through her love of yoga. With over 500 hours of in-person education she has been a full time yoga teacher since 2016, teaching more than 4,500 hours of studio classes. Her classes connect a uniquely articulate sense of body awareness, a sense of adventure, and a sprinkle of humor into the yoga practice. Specializing in adapting yoga and meditation to suit all, Michelle works each week with a wide variety of humans from elite athletes and advanced yogis to cancer patients and stroke survivors. Her classes are a woven blend of breath and body movement, exploration of spirituality and a deep understanding of anatomy. Every class she leads is unique, with offerings of hands on assists, curated playlists and mesh of modern/traditional styles of yoga."

www.yonowillimantic.com

09/24/2025

Meet Shell Bee!
She was the very first member of the YONO team, and from day one she has remained a dedicated and central part of our community.
As a yoga teacher, Sound Healer, Reiki master, Studio Manager, Events Coordinator and YTT Training Director, she wears many hats with grace and heart. Her childlike energy blends beautifully with the comforting wisdom she shares, creating a space that feels both uplifting and deeply grounding. Through her expertise in healing sounds, she has cultivated a devoted following and continues to touch countless lives with her gifts.

Here is a little more about Shelley:
Yoga Instructor, Reiki, Sound healing, Children’s Book Author
"I was completely blown away and transformed after attending my first Buti™ Yoga class. I knew this was something I was meant to share, so naturally I completed my Buti™ and Hot Buti™ certification.
I hold a BS in Medical Technology from Florida Atlantic University. Being a science major, I must know the hows and the whys, soooo, to deepen my practice, I decided to pursue a 500-hour yoga teacher training.
Teaching Yoga led to additional certifications in Vibrational Sound Healing, Reiki, Group Fitness, and a desire to help people heal.
“Buti” means a cure to something that has been kept hidden. It’s time to release it! My greatest joy comes when I see a new student’s face after class and know they have been changed just as I was on that day so long ago. I love people and want to help them find their inner fire.
Meet me on the mat and find the fire you never knew you had."
You can find Shelley at YONO yoga & Quiet Corner Float every Thursday 4:30 PM and 6 PM!
www.yonowillimantic.com

09/24/2025

Meet Anna G!! YONO yoga & Quiet Corner Float Teacher, Studio Manager and Communications Director!

Anna creates an environment that feels lighthearted and fun, while offering incredibly clear instruction. Her words are never busy or overwhelming, and she allows silence be part of the practice—inviting students to truly feel and be present in their bodies.

Beyond her teaching, she pours the same care into the space itself, keeping it beautiful with thoughtful displays, blooming flower boxes, and a green thumb that adds warmth and life. Her unique blend of clarity, simplicity, and creativity makes every class feel like a breath of fresh air.

Here is more about Anna Bedard Glowacki
Yoga, Reiki and Barre Instructor
"Yoga is a lifestyle for me. It is medicine for my physical body, my emotional being and my soul. When I practice regularly my life is in balance and when I spend too much time away from the mat I fall out of sync with the world. I love sharing yoga with others and watching as my students become healthier and happier beings.
I am RYT 500 certified and also a Dharma school Level 2 graduate practicing shaman and Reiki Master. I have experience teaching yoga to a variety of communities including: prenatal, baby & me, children, teenagers, first responders, chair yoga, seniors, partner yoga, Stand Up Paddleboard yoga, addiction recovery, mental health and private sessions.
I look forward to meeting you on the mat!"

You can find Anna on Wednesdays 9 AM 4:30 PM and 6 PM as well as Saturday morning 7:45 AM!

www.yonowillimantic.com

09/23/2025

Calling all early birds!
For years we were asked to add an early morning class! Join Jess Wednesday mornings 6 AM for an all levels yoga class sure to set the perfect tone for your day!

Her nurturing and compassionate style is thoughtfully woven into every detail, and she’s never too busy to pause for a warm chat before or after, creating a truly lovely experience from beginning to end.

A little more about Jess H:
"For over three decades, yoga has been an integral part of my well-being, shifting from primarily exercise to a deeply personal journey of self-discovery. Initially drawn to the intensity of Vinyasa and Bikram, over the years the thoughtful stillness of Yin Yoga began to resonate with me. In 2019 I began to experience a deeper passion for the power of breathwork, savasana, and restorative practices, transforming my understanding of yoga’s true potential.
Yoga is believed to be a powerful tool for cultivating presence, balance and informed decision-making.
My practice encourages connection with the body’s wisdom, building strength and flexibility while finding a sense of calm and groundedness. You should expect a safe and supportive environment in my classes where you can explore,with joy, the transformative power of yoga."

www.yonowillimantic.com

09/23/2025

Erin Trudeau (she/her/ella) is an elementary dual language teacher and 250hr yoga/meditation instructor. She enjoys sharing her practice with yogis of all ages and levels in both English and Spanish.
Erin fell in love with HOT yoga back in 2017 while trying to cope with the stress and anxiety of working full time and attending graduate school. She felt drawn to the personal development and community that is fostered by this practice. Since then, yoga and meditation have become deeply intertwined in how she lives her life and approaches her career in education.
Erin is passionate about helping people and making yoga accessible to all humans. She encourages others to use yoga as a tool for mind-body connection, stress-management, and cultivating compassion for the self and for others. In her classes you can expect to be challenged, yet supported, with fun vinyasa flows offering many variations and the space to connect to yourself with a long meditation in savasana at the end. All you need to do is show up and breathe.
www.yonowillimantic.com