yoga for life.

Some of my fondest memories are those where I've been regularly practicing or involved with the yoga community. The connection yoga gives me to myself, as well as to others, is deeply meaningful. I believe yoga nurtures the vital mind-body connection. I want to help others discover this connection within themselves so they feel confident listening to and trusting their bodies. Having grown up doing gymnastics, cheer, dive and yoga, movement (physical and mental) holds a special place in my life and I love exploring all styles of yoga. I believe developing a yoga practice is a lifelong journey unique to the individual and I feel very grateful to continue mine here at The Life Studio.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Registered Nurse 

Tara grew up in Lander, Wyoming, where her love for the outdoors took root. Now a wife and mom, she finds joy in family adventures and exploring the beautiful landscapes around her.

Fitness is a big part of Tara’s life. As a certified StrongFirst Level 1 instructor, she loves helping others get stronger and more active. Whether it’s leading a workout or just encouraging friends, she’s all about making fitness fun.

Travel and concerts are her escapes. Tara enjoys discovering new places and sharing live music experiences with friends and family. She believes in the power of positivity and aims to inspire those around her to embrace life and stay active.

Life Shape LEAD

StrongFirst Level 1

Katie was born and raised here in beautiful Montana. She is a former public educator and classically trained ballet dancer. She is an outdoor enthusiast, wife, and mom who’s passionate about making yoga accessible to all. She believes yoga meets you exactly where you are, helping you find strength, balance, and peace—on and off the mat. Katie has been a student of yogic practices her whole adult life and now enjoys sharing this passion in her role as an instructor at The Life Studio. Improving overall community health and wellbeing through these holistic practices is her heart's biggest desire!

B.S. Health and Human Development

M.S. Early Intervention/Childhood Special Education

Certified Mindfulness Instructor

Certified Trauma Informed Specialist

Lisa is a local mosaic artist and sound therapist. She has a variety of skills and talents and is one of those people that is always learning new things. She was trained in Hatha yoga for many years. She loves utilizing props for proper alignment of poses. Her focus now in yoga is her slow and carefully sequenced restorative class.

5 Lineages of Master Reiki

Cranio Sacral 

Virbro Acoustic Practitioner 

Tarot Card Reader and Educator

Naomi Schadt was born and raised in Watertown, Wisconsin, before moving to Bozeman to attend Montana State University. While earning her degrees, she discovered yoga as a much-needed refuge from the academic grind—and she’s been practicing ever since.

In 2024, Naomi began training for and running half marathons, quickly realizing the importance of balance in her routine. She integrates weight training, yoga, and Pilates into her cross-training and recovery, finding that movement is not just about performance but also about staying grounded and feeling her best.

When she's not on the mat, Naomi can be found lost in a good book, experimenting in the kitchen, or soaking up the outdoors—whether hiking, floating, or camping. She also loves live music, caring for her ever-growing jungle of houseplants, and doting on her adorably demanding cat, Duchess.

Originally from Northern Virginia, Erica was introduced to fitness at a young age, growing up in a gym environment with a father who was a bodybuilder. This early exposure to strength training and physical activity shaped their lifelong passion for fitness and wellness. With a deep love for the outdoors, Erica embraces an active lifestyle, constantly seeking new ways to challenge her body and mind.

An avid traveler and lifelong learner, Erica is committed to expanding her knowledge - within the fitness world and beyond. 

Erica's approach to fitness integrates strength, endurance, and mindfulness, helping others not only achieve their fitness goals but also discover the joy of movement and self-improvement.

I recently rekindled my relationship with yoga as an adult in the pursuit of stillness, drawn by the grounding presence it brought to my life.

The Asana practice can help to plant the seed within every one of us to create a union among all other sectors of our experience.

Seeking to deepen my own daily practice, I wound up in Kerala, India, where I completed my 200-hour YTT in both Ashtanga and Hatha yoga. My teaching reflects this blend of intensity and mindfulness, offering a mix of dynamic, heat-building sequences alongside opportunities for a more gradual, reflective flow. 

With a deep-rooted passion for nature and travel, I began my yoga journey in the beautiful landscapes of Hawaii, where I completed my first 200-hour yoga teacher training in Vinyasa.

The serene environment sparked a desire to dive deeper, leading me to India for an advanced 300-hour training in Akhanda Yoga—a holistic approach that integrates various yoga styles.

Through my teaching, I aim to bring the balance and inspiration I’ve found in nature and the joy of exploring the world to each class, guiding students toward their own sense of peace and presence.

When I’m not on the mat, you’ll find me soaking in hot springs or discovering new places and cultures, always in awe of the journey.