Lisa Madden

I thrive in a culture of constant learning, and I love to guide others in their own growth. There is nothing like the reaction of a new student after their first class! Yoga is indeed life changing. My own journey began in 2000 with 2 Shiva Rea Yoga CDs and a poster of poses. As my home practice evolved, I soon discovered that it was more than my physical body that was transforming. At that time, my full-time day job was professional development for K-12 educators, so I had the opportunity to share yoga in various informal venues (because they needed it!). I loved teaching yoga SO MUCH! I eventually completed a Yoga Alliance 200-hr Yoga Teacher training in 2014 at Updog Yoga in Rochester, MI. I then studied Thai Yoga Massage with Duane Utech, former owner of Updog Yoga; and with Shai Plonski, founder of Still Light Centre School of Thai Massage in Toronto. In 2016, I founded In2 Yoga in Lapeer, MI, while continuing studies in Yoga Therapy at Beaumont Hospital and International Institute of Yoga Therapy (previously Beaumont Hospital School of Yoga Therapy). I have studied Yin Yoga under Joe Barnett, and Restorative Yoga with Jillian Pransky. My yoga life continues to evolve in beautiful in unexpected ways being certified in C-IAYT Yoga Therapist, 500 E-RYT, YACEP. In 2021, I stepped down from studio ownership, knowing that the yoga vibe will continue to THRIVE with ownership and the leadership of Lauren Malone as Soul Nectar Yoga + Wellness. I am still very active in the studio for group classes, workshops, and private sessions for Yoga Therapy, Thai Yoga Massage, and more!