The Team
AMY MERTZ
Founder, Teacher, Owner
I first tried yoga because I heard it was very helpful for dealing with stress. Between moving to a new town, new marriage and career, I was looking for an avenue to help with so much change. I took my first yoga class in 2001 at a community class offered at Grayling high school. I was unsure about what I had experienced, but liked the overwhelming calm feeling I felt after class. That class led to a lot of exploration, reading and yoga classes. I developed a passion and love for it, that I know I wanted to share with others. After ten years of practice, I completed the RYT 2oo hour program in September 2011 at Yoga for Peace in Southgate, MI.
Amy Bowman
Teacher
Yoga has become my vise for life. My husband introduced yoga to me in 2006 as a way for us to release stress during his deployments. I dabbled back and forth with the practice for a few years. Yoga became a full time practice when I was diagnosed with Lupus a couple years later and it became my "medicine". I gave up my career as a hair designer and I was able to rehabilitate myself through the asana part of yoga and gained even more strength than I thought my body was capable of.
EMILY SZCZEROWSKI
Teacher
Emily first found yoga during a huge transition of life- as a college freshman at Michigan State University. It quickly became her go-to method to relieve stress, but over time she fell in love with its physical benefits. While living in Detroit, Emily found Citizen Yoga, a studio that focuses on community, alignment, and mental health. She knew she wanted to deepen her knowledge and complete a 200 hr RYT program through Citizen. After nearly ten years of practice, the stars aligned and Emily completed her 200 HR certification Spring of ‘24.
“We are each on our own unique journey, and that looks different for everyone. I look forward to meeting you where you’re at on the mat.” -Emily S.
MEGANMOORE-ENGLEDALE
Teacher
Meet Megan, a dedicated yoga instructor whose journey began in 2016 when she sought balance and discovered inner peace. Megan creates a compassionate and inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome and valued. Her classes are empowering and thoughtfully designed to accommodate practitioners of all levels and backgrounds. She is known for her ability to give clear directions , ensuring that each student feels guided and supported on their individual journey. With a presence that radiates calm and understanding, Megan invites you to explore the depths of your practice, fostering a community where personal growth and connection thrive.
