Free To Be Yoga Retreats
Free To Be Yoga Retreats was born from long conversations between two friends at a transitional point in their lives. What does it mean to be free? What would our lives look like if we could tap into our deepest desires? How can we show up in the way that feels most authentically us?
Emilie Street
Emilie’s approach is centered on offering her students a space where they feel safe to be in their bodies and safe to be themselves. In her workshops and classes, she weaves in elements of embodiment, self-inquiry and mindfulness. As a space holder, Emilie aspires to show up with vulnerability and authenticity, believing and knowing that when we express ourselves authentically, we invite others to do the same.
Emilie holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Religious Studies, a Master’s Degree in Public Service, a 200hr YTT from Arkansas Yoga Collective, 200hr YTT from Breath Body Earth Yoga School, 300 YTT from Breath Body Earth Yoga School, where she is currently a YTT facilitator. Breath Body Earth is an international yoga school that focuses on embodiment, inclusion, and personal growth. She also works as Manager of Saasil Retreat Center, a Wellness and Eco-Retreat Center located in Lake Atitlan, Guatemala. She has been facilitating and leading in spiritual containers for over 15 years.
Gabriella Chernak
Gabbi’s wellness philosophy is centered on taking care of ourselves honestly and compassionately so that we can take care of the people and world around us honestly and compassionately. Her yoga and fitness classes are curated to create an inclusive, healing space where all feel welcome, seen, and valued. She brings playfulness, gentleness, and authenticity to every part of her life. Her entire career has been dedicated to redefining how we perceive wellness to create a kinder relationship with ourselves, working with students from ages 3 to 85.
Gabbi holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Physiology, 200 YTT from Cape Cod Yoga School, 300 YTT from Vedansha Institute of Vedic Sciences, NASM Youth Exercise Specialization, Professional Tennis Registry 10 and Under Professional. She is a massage therapist and has been a Barre3 Instructor and Instructor Mentor for 7.5 years. Gabbi has both taught and practiced yoga in Argentina, Guatemala, Arizona, Massachusetts, and California. She can’t wait to see you at Free To Be Yoga Retreats!
