Meet the Team.

Discover the perfect path to relaxation and wellness by booking a yoga session with us. Our friendly team is here to guide you every step of the way on your journey to a healthier, happier you.

Loftara Studio is located in downtown Rogers City, Michigan! This is a cooperative ownership establishment that offers diverse wellness opportunities including yoga, meditation, therapeutic services and gentle movement. We are a community driven space that looks forward to welcoming you into a mindful experience for your mind, body and soul.

We look forward to meeting in peaceful love and abundance with your kindred spirit.

Our Co-Op Community

  • Katy Carignan

    Katy is an attorney, arts professional and yoga teacher who has been practicing yoga for 35 years and is excited to have a new yoga studio in the community. Come move with us!

  • Valerie Meharg, LM, CPM

    Val is a licensed midwife and yoga teacher who is passionate about serving her community in the fields of health and wellness.

  • Sara Pikora

    Sara is a certified yoga instructor with a heart deeply rooted in nature. Her love for the outdoors, cultivated through years of working at various National Parks across the country, inspires her approach to yoga. She is excited to guide the community through a yoga journey that is both welcoming and grounding.

  • Nicolle Rene

    Nicolle Rene brings care and calm to every connection she makes. As a certified elementary school and yoga teacher—and an active mom of three—she knows firsthand the power of patience and compassion. Driven by purpose and passion, Nicolle is excited to begin serving the Roger’s City community, spreading wellness, balance, and kindness one mindful moment at a time.

    Presque Isle, MI

  • Brittany Ciupka

    With 700+ hours of accredited yoga training across Indonesia, India, and the U.S., Brittany shares her love of travel and mindful movement through seasonal classes in Rogers City and retreats worldwide with Joy et Mare.

    Balnarring Beach, Australia

    www.morejoywellness.com

  • Chrissy McCreery

    Chrissy is a financial experience coach at a local CU & a certified 200-hour yoga instructor, proud to call northern Michigan home. I enjoy life with my partner and our pom pup, Jezzie Jo here in the beautiful mitten!

  • Dr James Tranter

    James is an Australian psychiatrist, psychotherapist, researcher, and 500-hour yoga teacher who finds the easiest path to mental well-being is with smooth movement, playfulness, and honest reflection. Join me for both a giggle and grounding.

    Balnarring Beach, Australia

    www.morejoywellness.com