LIVING BEYOND YOGA
Our Amazing Team
Meet the incredible team at Living Beyond Yoga. Each teacher brings their unique expertise and passion for yoga to create a transformative experience for our students.
Yoga Teacher, Owner
Ted Stiglich, 500 E-YT
Living Beyond Yoga, LLC was founded by Ted Stiglich, who developed a deep appreciation for yoga in 2006. It was during a local body-building competition that Ted met his wife, Kelly, and began his journey into the world of yoga. Since then, he has gone on to create three successful yoga studios, including Living Beyond Yoga. Ted and his team are committed to cultivating a supportive and inclusive yoga community, where everyone is encouraged to prioritize their physical and mental well-being.
Ted has studied with Jackie Chiodo, Kelly Stiglich, Sandra Carden, Charlette Seager. Ted will be certified with Mary Jarvis , Shapeshifting in March.
Yoga Teacher, School Director, Ayurveda Specialist
Kelly Stiglich, 500+E-RYT
Kelly, co-founder of Living Beyond Yoga, has been committed to the practice and teaching of yoga for over 14 years. With her special focus on breaking down poses and making them accessible for everyone, she has helped countless students achieve their yoga goals. Her deep knowledge and warm heart create an inviting, productive environment for students of all levels. Kelly has been leading retreats, 200 hour yoga teacher trainings, suspension aerial yoga teacher trainings for the past 14 years in Costa Rica as well as in the mid-west. Kelly has studied with Jackie Chiodo 200 hr & 500 hr, Bernie Clark- Yin Yoga, Jennifer Reis- Divine Sleep Yoga Nidra, Joe Barnett - Yin, Jo Phee - Myo-Yin, Mathieu Boldron - 200 hr, Camellia Nair-Aqua Kriya Yoga, Karina Mirsky- Yoga Mindset Coach, Sandra Carden- Chakra Yoga, Charlette Seager- Reiki , Lora Rosebaum 26 & 2 Hot Yoga-Mary Jarvis - Shapeshifting
Yoga Teacher, Social Media Director
Sarah Stephan, 200 -RYT
Sarah’s classes provide a space to be present and connected to oneself, encouraging self-love and a deep appreciation for the body's capabilities.
She is a captivating teacher whose vibrant, welcoming spirit leaves a lasting impression on everyone she meets. With undeniable energy that radiates from her core, Sarah effortlessly draws people in and puts them at ease. She creates an environment where students feel seen, heard, and valued, fostering an environment of warmth and inclusivity making her classes successful for beginners and seasoned yogis alike.
Sarah's journey into teaching yoga was born out of a desire to heal her body and uplift her spirit during midlife. As life unfolded with its twists and turns, she found herself losing her connection to her body as it was changing. Yoga became a vehicle for healing, mobility, and enhanced enjoyment of every aspect of life.
As a boudoir photographer and yoga instructor, she passionately embraces the belief that all bodies are good bodies, deserving of love and care. Her unwavering commitment to this philosophy shines through her work as a photographer and yoga practitioner, inspiring others to embrace their unique bodies at all stages.
Yoga Teacher
Jaclynn Laisure, Certified Shapeshifting Yoga
Jaclynn began her yoga journey in 2017. It opened her up to an immense amount of love, compassion, and unity. She creates a welcoming atmosphere for students of all abilities, with a deep focus on physical practice and personal growth. Jaclynn encourages everyone to understand their often-temporary physical limitations and yet how to go beyond mental limits, honor their individuality, and celebrate every milestone. She motivates you to discover yoga's life-changing power and helps you achieve a greater sense of well-being both on and off the mat. Jacklynn is a yoga Shapeshifting teacher and continues her training with Mary Jarvis.
Yoga Teacher
Katie Neihl, 200 E-RYT
. Katie has a special passion for making students feel empowered and capable in their
practices. Katie offers a gentle approach to yoga with a focus on nourishing the body,
mind, and spirit with breath, movement, stillness, and energetic awareness. In her classes,
you can expect gentle yoga flows (without full Vinyasas), quiet times/periods of rest, use of
props (including chairs if needed), occasional use of mantras or mudras to enhance the
practice, incorporation of yoga philosophy, and body-positive language.
Katie Nehil is a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-200) through Yoga Alliance and has taught
classes in the Traverse City community since 2015. Additionally, she is a Registered Nurse
and Clinical Herbalist. She holds a BS in Nursing and an MS in Therapeutic Herbalism.
Her post-graduate work focused on integrative nutrition and culminated with a Post
Masters Degree / Certification in Nutrition and Integrative Health. Her yoga credentials include
certifications in Curvy Yoga, Ascension Yoga, Divine Sleep Yoga Nidra, and Aqua Kriya
Yoga. She is working to complete continuing education in Prenatal Yoga.
Yoga Teacher, Personal Trainer
Laura Harrand, 200 YT
As both a yoga teacher with 20 years of experience and a fitness enthusiast of over 30 years, Laura has developed a unique teaching style that blends the physical and spiritual aspects of yoga with the practicality of fitness. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced practitioner, Laura adapst her classes to meet your individual needs and goals. Her expertise in both disciplines enables her to create a safe and challenging environment that promotes overall health and well-being. Sign up for one of Laura's classes and discover the transformative power of yoga and fitness.