Studio A

Studio A provides a nurturing environment for those seeking a connection between body, heart, and mind. The studio offers weekly yoga, Barre and Pilates classes tailored to meet the needs of each individual.

Increased energy levels, stress reduction, greater flexibility, and peace of mind are just a few of the benefits. Essentially, a yoga practice helps us become more aware of our body's alignment, posture, and movement patterns, in turn helping us to relax even in the midst of a stressful environment. 

Focusing on postural strength and alignment, Barre fuses elements of ballet, Pilates, and stretching for a unique experience. The ballet barre is used to sculpt the lower body and abs and will quickly transform the entire body, resulting in a toned, trim physique.

Barre -
Barre is a full-body workout that fuses elements of ballet, Pilates, strength, and stretching for a unique and fun experience. The moves are low impact but high intensity and are followed immediately by deep stretching. Classes begin with a warmup focusing on postural strength and alignment, followed by a series of upper-body exercises using light weights. The ballet barre is used to sculpt the lower body and abs. This class will evenly sculpt and quickly transform the entire body, resulting in a toned, trim physique.

Lunch Flow -
This class places focus on the proper execution of postures (asanas), breathing (pranayama), and principles essential to a strong yoga practice. This class is appropriate for brand-new students or experienced students wishing to strengthen the foundation of their practice. 

All Levels -
Studio A offers vinyasa style yoga and classes are suitable for all levels, from the experienced yogi to the beginner! These classes unite your breath with your body offering a variety of poses accessible to all levels of yoga practitioners. Classes will include building strength in the core, balance in the body, as well as increasing flexibility and range of motion. Calm your mind, feel alive and revived.

Club Cardio
This unique class is a music lead cardio dance class utilizing a fitness step. After warming up, you will be lead through fun, yet simple choregraphed dances to burn tons of calories while increasing endurance and coordination. There’s a reason this fitness trend is sweeping the world!

Intro to Classical Pilates Mat Work
This info packed class will put you on the fast tract to a successful Pilates mat workout. A must class for anyone that is new to Pilates or those that would like a refresher course on the principles of the original classical mat work created by Joseph H. Pilates! Before the action-packed workout, there will be a review of the fascinating brief history of Joseph Pilates himself, the eight guiding principles of Pilates and why they are so important, the essential cues that will make sure that exercises are correctly executed, and finally, why these exercises are so vital to feeling and looking your best!

FIIT Lunch
Join us for lunch! This one-hour class offers the busy downtown professional an efficient and effective midday workout. Fusing elements of cardio, strength, barre, and mat Pilates, FIIT Lunch will leave you refreshed, renewed and ready to take on the rest of your day!

Dhanu Rajanikanth obtained her yoga training from the prestigious school of Vivekanada University of India. Dhanu has practiced yoga for the past thirty-five years and has been teaching yoga since 1997.  She is widely regarded as an advanced yogi.  Come to Dhanu’s class prepared to learn more than just postures.  She will expand your understanding of why we do them and why we breathe.  You will leave class feeling amazed at what a lifetime of living out yoga can do for one’s flexibility, strength, and outlook.  Prepare to be inspired!

Erin Mulligan is a dancer and choreographer who has been teaching yoga for the past 17 years. Her unique style combines asana with elements of dance and a deep connection to the breath, resulting in a thoughtful and intentional practice. Erin guides students in various settings, including studios, schools, and treatment centers. She holds a 500-hour Registered Yoga Instructor certification and has several other specialty certifications, such as Yoga of 12-Step Recovery, Breath-Body-Mind for Trauma, and Ayurveda Wellness Counselor. As the backbone of our yoga program, Erin's classes are designed to leave you feeling grounded, strong, and insightful.

Meagan Litton Meagan Litton moved to Greenwood in 2006 and started practicing yoga. Being a former gymnast, Meagan found it easy to transition into yoga. However, she soon discovered that yoga was much more than just a physical practice and started applying yoga philosophy to her daily life. Meagan is a true embodiment of the essence of yoga, and if Namaste had a physical form, it would be her. She is a picture of serenity, grace, and beauty. In 2011, Meagan completed her teacher training through Southern Star in Oxford, Mississippi, and is now Yoga Alliance Certified. She also obtained her Barre Certification in 2014 and has been teaching Barre for nine years. Meagan's classes are highly sought after because of her students' desire to have arms like hers, as well as her mastery, mindfulness, and ingenuity.

Penny Dunn received her instructor training with Kent Bond and Sven Holcomb with lectures from Ganga White and Tracey Rich at White Lotus in Santa Barbara, California in 2007. She received a 200-hour Registered Yoga Teacher certificate and continues her education by attending workshops in the Tennessee and Mississippi area. Penny's motto is "Try it, you might like it, it is the hardest thing I've ever done and I just love it!"   Students love the personal touches on Penny’s classes as she seeks to comfort and inspire each of her students.

Melissa Hughey is our newest yoga teacher!  Travelling from Sunflower, Mississippi, Melissa is a 500 RYT with training in trauma sensitive yoga.  Health, wellness, and spirituality have always been important to Melissa.  She enjoys helping guide her students to higher states of awareness both physically and mentally.  Her classes focus on the needs of her students and can range from a more meditative practice to a more vigorous flow.  Melissa is the owner of LemonBalmWellness but has limited her offerings to adjust to life events. She is excited to share her passions with Studio A and looks forward to practicing with you!

Marcella Baker is classically trained in Pilates under lineages of Joseph H. Pilates. While in Los Angeles, she trained numerous actors, models, and producers. Trained in all Pilates apparatus, Marcella teaches techniques, in both group and private sessions, that lengthen and ultimately transform the body.