Nourishing Storm Studio & Cafe

Theresa began her Yoga journey in college as a way to manage stress and improve
flexibility. She immediately fell in love with the physical practice of Yoga and began to surprise
herself at the postures that she was able to achieve. But after attending classes for a few
weeks, she also discovered that through the physical practice of Yoga, she was able to create
peace within her mind. It was then that she decided that Yoga was a practice she could not
live without.

Theresa was introduced to Nourishing Storm in August of 2021. Soon after, she
enrolled in the 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Program, and graduated in March of 2022. This
program helped Theresa realize her passion for teaching, and she can’t wait to share this with
her students!

As an artist, Theresa loves that Yoga has given her a new creative outlet where she can
express herself through movement. Yoga is also a source of inspiration in Theresa’s artwork.

Emily is grateful to offer yoga classes with Nourishing Storm! She grew up locally, and moved home after living in Virginia, Georgia and Florida. In St Pete, FL, she earned her 200hr RYT from High Vibration Living in Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga with the Body Electric Yoga Co. She also has a Masters from Emory’s School of Theology. In addition, Emily loves to paint, and go for Nature walks with her husband Justin and blind husky, Nala Phoenix. Yoga brings union to the mind & body, and Emily looks forward to learning and growing with you- our practice begins Now. Follow @swiigcafe (she runs those socials!) 

MaryAnne found yoga practice as a way to find ease, peace and movement while living the busy life of a working mom with a demanding job.  No matter how many times she life became too busy and she stopped practicing – something called her back and she always returned. 

MaryAnne’s practice is inspired by Nature – the ebb and flow of the seasons, the sun, the moon, the stars, the new growth of spring, the vastness of the ocean, the green grass and trees, birdsong and every kind of animal.

MaryAnne loves spending time with her family and 6 granddaughters, walking, gardening, reading, deepening her yoga practice and always, always learning new things.

Vyolette (Stormy girl) loves hanging at the cafe greeting all our customers and going on long walks in the woods. 

Kristin set out on her wellness path in 2002 to find ways to help others heal and find wellness through movement and nutrition. After being certified as an AFAA Group Fitness Instructor, Kristin found Yoga and completely fell in love with the peace it brought her as well the connection she felt with every living being. She continued studying Yoga, earning her 200 RYT in Vinyasa Flow which ignited the fire to light her path for growth and much deeper understanding as she opened up Nourishing Storm Wellness Company located in Hatboro, PA. 

Angela’s goal is to cultivate a practice for her students that give themselves permission to be in the experience of their own body, free of judgement or comparisons. With components of meditation, pranayama and movement, Angela’s vinyasa flow teaching style offers both softness and strength to all levels. She invites a conversation with one’s body, marrying breath with the asana, and bringing awareness to the sensations of alignment. “I never want them to get caught up in how a pose should look. It’s not about getting your heels to the ground in downward dog. It’s about the integration of breath and attention, in relation to the pose, to provide the student with healing and presence.” Angela is dedicated to creating a class environment for her students to feel safe, nourished, resilient and refreshed in their practice. 

John came to the yogic life later than most. But since arriving he has embraced it wholeheartedly. With the inspirational guidance of Kristin Ritter, John found his path and began his journey to awakening in 2016. Since then, he has continued to transform his mind, body and spirit through the many practices of these ancient traditions. John’s main focus has been on learning and incorporating the philosophy of secular Buddhism into his life.

In 2018, John retired from a 35 year career in Information Technology, completed Nourishing Storm’s 200 RYT Teacher Training program and embarked on his new calling. He can now be found sharing his belief that true happiness and inner peace are not the purview of a fortunate few, but rather a treasure to be enjoyed by all who open their mind and heart to it. When not sharing his love with students, patrons and colleagues at “The Storm”, John is happiest tending his vegetable garden and dining out or travelling with his wonderful wife, Sue.

Angela has been dedicated to the art of movement and healing for over a decade. She recognized her love for dance and the arts at an early age and has been studying, choreographing, and instructing various dance styles since 2000. While earning her BFA in dance, Angela began a personal exploration of the use of movement for spiritual, mental, and emotional healing. Her journey led her to earning an MA in Dance/Movement Therapy from Drexel University. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Board Certified Dance/Movement Therapist, Angela has worked with a variety of populations including individuals diagnosed with emotional/behavioral/developmental disorders and individuals living with chronic medical conditions. Angela has a specific clinical interest in women’s issues, body image, and self esteem. She is inspired by the use of dance as a tool for emotional empowerment. Over the past couple of years, Angela has welcomed the benefits of a yoga practice into her life and is thrilled by the opportunity to integrate the healing arts into this practice. When not working, dancing or practicing yoga, Angela enjoys spending time with her husband and teaching their 2 young girls how to become strong, confident, and fierce little people.

Trish found yoga as a regular practice several years ago at the Hatboro Library. After being offered a wonderful opportunity to practice regularly- she fell in love with it and hasn’t looked back. For her, it’s more than physical. It’s about the spirituality and the awareness it brings to your life. She tries to share this with those she guides, bringing a sense of humor and fun to her classes.

Donna was introduced to yoga 20 plus years ago and weaved it throughout her exercise regimen along with strength training and running ever since. Always feeling a deeper connection beyond the physical practice and a desire to learn more, she enrolled in teacher training at Nourishing Storm and gained her RYT200 certificate. Never really knowing where this was going to take her, she is now teaching classes and happy to share this very special practice with others.

When she is not on her mat, Donna enjoys spending time with her family and friends, experimenting with new recipes, kayaking and watching the sunrise.

Tina is a wife, mother, friend and lover of the outdoors. Her
journey to yoga began several years ago after she started to discover
meditation. She had stumbled upon a donation based class
offered at a local shop in Hatboro. Through that she was lead to the
steps of Nourishing Storm where my true awakening began to unfold.
Tina felt an instant connection with the people that she encountered. It was
like the universe said it was time. She let go of all my old preconceived
notions about yoga and jumped right in to the offer for unlimited yoga
for her first month. Soon she discovered the missing piece to her
“Awakening”. She also decided that because she had already made several
trips around the Sun that she would do the YTT “just to deepen
her practice.”  Again the stars lined up and she completed the course for
the 200hr training in April 2017. And she says  “what an amazing journey it has
been.” For Tina yoga is truly a practice when nurtured leads to so much
love, healing and growth. Peace Peace Namaste.