THIS IS OUR FAMILY 
Each of our teachers bring their own style and flavor to their classes. It is said that you find the teacher you need when you need them. We always recommend trying as many teachers as you can and come back to them 

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DAWN STIDD

​DAWN'S BIO

​Specializations
Creative sequencing, differential instruction, assisting & modifications
​Certifications

• 500hr E-RYT sacred lasya - India
• 200hr E-RYT kripalu center for health & wellness
• karma kids yoga
• lazy dog SUP yoga
• 75 hour laughing lotus

Dawn began studying yoga in 2004 while studying music performance at Boston conservatory. After receiving a BM in music performance and an MS in music education, Dawn went on to receive her 200hr yoga certification at Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health. In 2013 Dawn traveled to India to obtain her 500hr certification in advanced vinyasa yoga. In 2015, Dawn acquired a certificate in positive psychology which she uses to bring smiles and tips on happiness in each of her classes. Dawn’s classes are centered around challenging the body and mind. While physically challenging, she emphasizes the importance of finding the balance between honoring the body and finding new limits every practice. Her classes will always bring you something you can take off your mat and into your life to live with more happiness and peace. With over 12 years of teaching experience, she will be sure to bring something new to you each class as you travel through the journey of yoga!

RAQUEL VAMOS

RAQUEL'S BIO

Specializations
Dharma yoga, vinyasa, teacher trainings, aerial, wheel yoga

​Certifications

• 800hr Dharma Yoga​
• 500hr Dharma Yoga​
• 500hr Authentic Movements
• 200hr Dharma Yoga​
• Dharma yoga Wheel Teacher Training
• Reiki Master
• Energy Healing
• Future Acupuncturist!
  

Leela Light has been a yoga instructor for the past 11 years.  She has traveled the world and led teacher trainings in over 15 countries.  Leela is best known for being the founder of the Yoga wheel aka Dharma Yoga Wheel and Free Spirits Yoga in Long Island New York.    She has been featured in magazines, TV, and in Newspapers!  Leela now dedicates her life to sharing all the knowledge she has learned to help others on their path toward Self Realization!  She loves what she does and is constantly on a path of learning and discovery.  She hopes to inspire evolution and authenticity.  

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Carlyn Burczyk

​​carlyn'S BIO

​Specializations

• Dharma Yoga, Gentle, aerial yoga, SPA Yoga, restorative, reiki

Certifications

• 200hr Free Spirits Yoga​
• 150hr Hot yoga training
• Dharma yoga Wheel Teacher Training
• SPA Yoga 
• Reiki level ii

KATE GAJEWSKI

​Kates'S BIO

​Specializations
Hatha Yoga, Reiki Master, Animal & Pet Reiki Master, Seraphim Blueprint Healing 
Certifications

• 200hr Dharma Yoga​
• Dharma yoga Wheel Teacher Training​
• Usui Reiki Ryoho Master
• Animal & Pet Reiki Master

Kate is a Usui Reiki Ryoho Master & Animal & Pet Reiki Master, who works in various locations on Long Island. She offers private sessions and also trains others to become Reiki Practitioners. Kate is also a 200 HR teacher offering classes at both locations. Kate's main purpose in life is to assist others on their journey of self-healing and to help them grow to become their most authentic selves, so they can live their lives filled with health, happiness & love and be able to handle life’s difficult situations with ease and grace. Kate's gift of intuitive energy, compassion & her beautiful light is a gift for those seeking healing or looking to become a Reiki practitioner.
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Services
- 1:1 Reiki Sessions
- Reiki Trainings (1-3)
- Reiki Circles
- Seraphim Blueprint Healing ​

Dana Tyner

​DAna'S BIO

​Specializations
Hatha, Vinyasa
​Certifications

• FSY 200 YTT

Dana is a graduate of Free Spirt Yoga’s 200 hours teacher training, began her life long affair with yoga at the tender age of 8. Though her physical practice has been inconsistent for most of her life, she believes the lessons learned on her mat throughout her journey are an integral part of the person she is becoming. As a teacher, she aims to provide a safe space for students to explore the deepest depths of their mind, body and soul.

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ANNMARIE SCOPPETTONE

Annmarie's BIO

​Specializations
vinyasa, hot 26, yoga sculpt, reiki
​Certifications

• 200HR YTT

AnnMarie was drawn to yoga to decompress from a stressful corporate job after practicing on her own for years. What started as a fitness journey quickly became a career. AnnMarie left the corporate world and enrolled in multiple trainings to deepen her practice while living in San Diego. AnnMarie creates powerful sequences to not only cultivate strength physically, but to challenge students energetically to bring balance to the mind, body and soul. AnnMarie is trained in Vinyasa, Hot 26, Yoga Sculpt and holds her certification in Usui Shiki Ryoho Reiki. When taking her classes, expect to sweat, breathe, and strengthen your mind-body connection to leave you feeling refreshed, nourished and balanced. Students of all levels are always welcome.

JULIA MARTINEZ

Julia's BIO

Specializations
Vinyasa
​Certifications

• 200HR YTT

Julia Martinez is a new teacher in the yoga world! She received her training in December 2020 at Maui Yoga Shala. She has been practicing since 2017 and started right here at Free Spirits. Her dance background led her to find Yoga and fall in love with energy work. She is a fiery teacher who loves to play in class and values creativity, flow based movement, and wonderful music to align us with our best selves! 

TESSA VAN FLORCKE

​​TESS'S BIO

Specializations
Creative sequencing, differential instruction, assisting & modifications
​Certifications

• 200HR YTT

Tessa has completed 200 teacher training with a focus on hot yoga and vinyasa. She has completed several intensives, including a week in Costa Rica to study iyengar. Tessa works full time at Pal-O-Mine Equestrian as a licensed social worker, where she combines her passion for helping people with her love of horses.

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GEENA LEE

GEENA's BIO

​​Specializations
Dharma yoga, belly dance, energy yoga, breath work, reiki
​Certifications

• 500hr Dharma Yoga 
• 200hr Free Spirits Yoga
• 150hr Free Spirits Hot yoga training
• Reiki Level ii
• Belly Dancing​

Since a very young age Geena Lee has been passionately curious about what humans are, why we are here, and how we relate to our planet. Her hungry questions naturally led her to study art, animal behavior, anthropology, ecology, and anything else that fed her curiosity. Over 10 years ago she discovered belly dance which would bring her to a new study - movement. Through this practice she noticed profound changes in her brain, body, and energy. She put her science hat on and turned inward to study herself. Yoga became a necessary tool to explore her internal environment. Geena found movement to be her greatest medicine, one of her wisest teachers, and one of the most exciting studies. She hopes to help others discover the knowledge that they have stored in their bodies through the classic yoga postures, breath work, meditation, and dance. As with any science she views the process of discovery to be ever developing - the only expectation is constant change. ​

SAM MARACIC

Sam's BIO

Sam Maracic is a 200 hr registered yoga teacher. She received her certification at L I Kula Yoga & Wellness Center under the tutelage of Desiree Sparrow and is registered under Yoga Alliance. Her teaching styles include Hatha Yoga and Hatha Power Yoga with specific attention to anatomy, adjustment and alignment. With a combination of moving playlists, well aligned asanas (poses), breath work and meditation, each of Sam's classes challenges students to foster their connection between body and spirit. Her history as a former competitive athlete lends itself well to creating a strong and playful class in a consistently safe and compassionate environment.

COURTNEY COSTELLO

courtney'S BIO

Specializations
Vinyasa
​Certifications

• 200 hour RYT

Courtney is a 200 hour registered yoga teacher. She completed her training in December of 2018 with Dawn Stidd through Peaceful Warrior Yoga. When not teaching yoga Courtney is a social worker. She loves the power of yoga on the body and on the mind. Courtney enjoys teaching a vinyasa flow and enjoys sharing her energy with those around her on and off the mat.

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HANNAH MONELLE

​Hannah's bio

Specializations
Vinyasa yoga
Certifications

• 200 YTT 

DERINA WILSON

​DERINA'S BIO

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