Payton Kiely

Payton's yoga journey began when she was in college studying radio broadcasting. She followed this exciting career but quickly realized it wasn't her true path.

After struggling with depression and unhealthy habits, Payton decided to dive back into a consistent yoga practice. After almost no time, she began to feel like a new person and knew it was her life's purpose to guide others to this place within themselves. 
Payton taps into the dualities of life which shines outward in her teaching, leaving you feeling both worked yet relaxed from your practice. She believes through a balance of movement, mindfulness, and overall wellness, we can all achieve our highest potential. Payton will guide you through a practice filled with self exploratory tools that you can carry with you off your mat. 

Payton's journey eventually led her to open Peak Yoga and Wellness, as she wanted to create a unique space for those to gather and grow together. Payton has not only a passion for teaching yoga and meditation, but for growing other instructors through teacher trainings and being there for YOU like a friend on your healing journey.

Cassi Webb

Cassi always had a passion for movement, but it wasn’t until she discovered yoga that her true transformation occurred.  She discovered profound healing from the simple practice of placing one hand to her belly and one to her chest. The realization came that one cannot work with the body without also working with the mind. When we work with the symptoms of discontent and suffering, we begin to see that physiology and psychology are inseparable.

Cassi spends her time away from her mat with family and friends, enjoying nature, and traveling.

“Every human being is the author of his own health or disease” -Buddha

Mariela Berti

Born in Argentina, Brazilian at heart and living in the USA. Mariela came from the hospitality business and one day in 2017, on her way back from work, she stumbled upon a Yoga studio and decided to try a class as a way of enhancing her self-awareness. Mariela soon discovered that Yoga helped her feel more grounded, embrace herself, reconnect with her spirituality and befriend with her emotions.

She is certified 200hr Vinyasa teacher, but quickly fell in love with restorative practices and got certified as a Restorative Yoga Teacher in 2021 in Brazil, where she also studied Accessible and Adaptive Yoga and Trauma Sensitive Yoga. She works to ensure her practices are a safe and welcoming space for everybody.

When she moved to the US she felt she needed to deepen her studies in English and got certified in 2024 with Jason Crandell. During her practices she combines meditation, pranayama and slow movements to prepare the body and the mind for deep and conscious rest and relaxation.

In her free time she enjoys finding new cafes to have brunch with her husband and son, walking, reading books and traveling.

Kindra Hayes

Kindra has always been fascinated with healthcare, with her first introduction to the realm beginning as an Ultrasound technician working for an OB/Gyn. 

In 2010, her son suffered an injury at 2 months old that left him with cerebral palsy. This sent her down a journey of learning about the nervous system and the affects our surrounding environment plays on our internal wellbeing. 

Her interest in all things health and her natural care taker abilities made it a natural step into the role of a yoga instructor. Kindra believes in the transformative power of yoga as a tool to calm the mind, connect with the body, and bring balance to life. 

For Kindra, yoga became a pivotal part of her journey, helping her to regulate her own health both physically, mentally, and emotionally. Off her mat, it has helped her embrace a slower, more intentional pace of living. Kindra is dedicated to guiding others toward discovering the many benefits yoga offers both on and off their mats. 

Off her mat, Kindra enjoys reading, gardening, playing the guitar, and cooking healthy meals to fuel her beautiful family. 

Rachel Bertrand

Rachel’s journey with yoga began in her search to connect with and befriend her body. As an avid runner and fitness enthusiast she was placing high demands on her body, but at the expense of lingering soreness and a strong disconnect to deep appreciation for what her body could do. Due to a series of GI health issues and dis-ease in the body, leading to a blood transfusion, Rachel embarked on a journey through yoga teacher training to find gratitude for her whole being through the body, mind, and spirit connection that yoga provides. Rachel completed her 250 hr yoga teacher training in 2018, and taught classes wherever she could; her garage, nearby parks, churches, community studios, vineyards, and lavender fields. Rachel is also a licensed professional counselor and has a passion for the connection of bridging mental health with the modalities of breathwork, yoga, and meditation. Rachel values the importance of building community where every person has a space to be seen and heard for the unique beautiful individual that they are. When not teaching yoga or flowing with the Peak community on her mat, she is running, walking her dog, or spending time in nature.

Talita Strom

Talita, a native of Brazil, was raised in the picturesque surroundings near the beaches of Southern California. Her journey into the world of yoga began when her therapist recommended it, and it turned out to be a transformative experience. Recognizing the profound impact on her mental and emotional well-being, Talita felt a calling to share these benefits with others and decided to become a yoga instructor. In 2008, she completed her initial 200-hour RYT yoga training and continued to expand her knowledge by delving into various styles and formats. Today, Talita is proficient in teaching a range of yoga styles, with a particular fondness for Vinyasa Flow and Peak Hot Flow. She has led and co-led a handful of teacher trainings herself. Her specialization lies in guiding students through invigorating back bends, emphasizing the importance of anatomy and proper alignment in her teaching style. Talita strongly believes in the profound connection between the mind and body, placing a significant emphasis on the art of proper breathing. With over 13 years of experience teaching hot yoga at different studios in Los Angeles, she brings a wealth of expertise to Peak Yoga and Wellness, her new yoga home. Talita is excited about the opportunity to guide you on your yoga journey and looks forward to sharing the mat with you soon!

Heather boyer

Heather considers herself to be a student of yoga first and a teacher second. She walked into her first yoga class nearly a decade ago and never looked back. Heather received her 200 hour RYT certification in 2019 at Be Yoga in Marietta, GA. She is passionate about helping others build confidence in themselves through the practice of yoga. She strives to create an environment in her classes that is both fun and empowering for all students. When not practicing or teaching yoga Heather can be found reading, traveling, and spending time with her pets.

Kathy Murphy

Kathy was drawn towards a spiritual way of living and mind body connection. She loved yoga right from the start, exploring many different styles. It was more recently that Kathy found her practice of Slow Flow, Yin/Yan and Restorative yoga and the fluidity, beauty and meditative qualities captured her heart. Kathy wanted to share her love of movement and breath in teaching yoga. Kathy strives to bring yoga into everyday life by doing, evolving and truly living it, allowing peace and joy to flourish within and spread to others! In her free time you will find her traveling, enjoying the beauty and experiences this world has to offer!

Jill Mockatais

Jill Mockaitis started practicing Ashtanga Yoga as a student at DePaul University. Jill's understanding of the "student experience", tendency toward lightheartedness, and love of music make her a fun and accessible teacher.

LINDSEY FRANK 

Lindsey’s journey to well-being began in 2016 when her heart had an irregular rhythm and anxiety controlled her life. Through yoga and mindful practices, she found a path to healing and transformation. Her classes are uniquely designed to be accessible and meaningful, embedding life-empowering messages into each experience. Certified as a 200-hour yoga teacher in 2018, Lindsey has since specialized in trauma-informed yoga, children’s yoga, mindfulness, and meditation. She is also a Dahn/Energy Master, a certified Transformational Life Coach, and a former Mindvalley Ambassador. Off the mat, she is the owner of The Butterfly Within™, the president of a non-profit, a children’s book author, and is a former educator. Lindsey is passionate about guiding humanity in discovering the gift of well-(BE)ing, embodying what can be possible, and transforming their life.

Lindsey's Life Motto: Be generous with your time, go where others are afraid to go, give it all you’ve got, and love what you do.

Regina verdico

Regina is a highly skilled Yoga Professional and Meditation Teacher. She orchestrates retreats across the globe as a co-founder of The Sacred Travel Company, leads group events and workshops, and serves as a Certified Intuitive Mentor.

Her journey began in 2010, igniting a passion for healing after introspective exploration. She embarked on a transformative path that is continuously unfolding. Regina has completed a rigorous 500-hour yoga teacher training, with certifications from Corepower and Wild Abundant Life.

She firmly believes in liberating our bodies from past scars (samskaras) through movement and is the driving force behind Sacred Movement, a yoga ministry offering free daily sessions.

Recognizing the power of the mind in shaping our reality, Regina guides others through A Course in Miracles, fostering forgiveness and love. She champions the importance of inner work, delving into suppressed emotions to facilitate profound healing.

A true aficionado of holistic living, Regina incorporates meditation into her daily routine and delves into the teachings of A Course in Miracles. She channels her creativity into crafting delectable vegetarian cuisine and advocates for animal welfare. Committed to sustainability, she embraces eco-friendly practices that benefit both the community and the planet.

Yumiko Cruz

Yumi is originally from Tokyo, Japan and she lived on the island of Guam for over twenty years raising her three children with her husband. While living in Guam, Yumi discovered yoga and its life-changing and healing effects. Yumi’s passion for yoga blossomed over the years and she received her 200 Hour Teaching Training Certificate in 2018 in San Diego. Through this training, Yumi learned about herself mentally and physically, and she can confidently say yoga changed her life. Yumi is a Registered Yoga Teacher and is certified as an Aerial Yoga instructor. Yumi taught vinyasa and aerial yoga for one year in Guam before relocating to Schaumburg in 2019. Yumi is excited to share the healing effects of yoga with you and looks forward to guiding you through your practice!

Lita keller

​Lita is an intuitive, energy healer and spiritual reader here to help you navigate life's ups and downs so you can feel lighter and brighter. Her spiritual readings (tarot) provide insight and guidance. Reiki sessions promote relaxation and healing with gentle touch.

Kelley Hourigan

Kelley received her certificate for massage therapy from College of Lake County and has been practicing massage in the Chicago area since 2017. Kelley recently received her certification for pre-natal massages and looks forward to helping our pregnant community feel better during their pregnancy. 

After receiving massages to treat chronic neck pain, Kelley discovered how massage therapy can improve the overall quality of life and wanted to help other people in her community relieve their chronic pain. She loves to provide massages in the yoga studio because massages and yoga compliment each other in a way that makes the most of both sessions. It brings her joy to know that by providing her services in the most serene of settings will leave the guest feeling relaxed and ready to spread good vibes through the rest of their day. 

Bekah Kopec

Bekah Kopec of Sacred Sound Therapeutics's mission is to provide a safe supportive platform as you journey through the unfolding process of becoming authentically you. Bekah works with women devoted to their heart led mission and expansion. She is passionate about supporting people along their healing journey of finding inner peace and balance through cultivating a secure foundation to thrive using meditation techniques and sound & vibrational medicine. She primarily works with Advanced Crystal Singing Bowls (Alchemy Singing Bowls), which are the highest quality sound and vibrational medicine tools available. She also connects people with their very own singing bowls (bowlmates) for both personal and professional use.

www.sacredsoundtherapeutics.com