MADISON | FLOW | GENTLE
This class is taught by:
Peter Duff
Peter is a native of Madison, WI, and began his yoga journey as an alternative to competitive team sports. After playing Div. III collegiate soccer in the Ohio Athletic Conference, Peter remained active through indoor soccer, basketball, broomball, and rugby until injuries began to weigh in. After his first yoga class, Peter found himself open to new physical and spiritual opportunities. His interest in mythology & spirituality complemented the physical fulfillment of his yoga practice perfectly, and ultimately led him to receiving his 200hr Yoga Teacher Certification.
While injecting bits of humor and friendly challenges, Peter is also known to incorporate Taoist principles in his classes - practicing harmoniously within the realm of opposites (engagement/release, inhale/exhale, mind/body, etc). His goal as an instructor is to provide practitioners the opportunity for cultivating their true nature - benefiting both self and community as a whole.
Amie Heeter
Amie Heeter began practicing yoga in 1999 while traveling with a friend in Mexico. Like so many, her curiosity led to a dedicated practice and the desire to share these timeless practices. She received her first teaching certifications in 2003 and 2004 through the Integral Yoga Institute. In 2007 Amie began studying with Yogarupa Rod Stryker, founder of Parayoga, and received Level 1 certification in 2014. Mentorship with Parayoga led her to become versed in the practices and profound impacts of pranayama, meditation, and yoga nidra. These studies also led her into the system of Sri Vidya, tantra and the lineage of the Himalayan Masters. Amie continues to study closely with Rod Stryker and Pandit Rajmani Tigunait of the Himalyan Institute, and offers group classes, regional and international retreats, and works privately with individuals. Learn more at www.amieheeter.com.
Cortney Arnold
Cortney thrives on helping people connect to their bodies in new ways. Using breath and movement, Cortney will guide you to reawaken your hands, feet, and trunk – areas necessary for moving through the world yet often taken for granted. Cortney’s introspective practices will enable any yogi, seasoned or brand-new, to find embodiment, harmony, and a grounded sense of connection. Her yoga practice began in 2008 and has been a journey of self-discovery ever since: learning and unlearning what Yoga, community, breath, and spirit really mean.
Outside of her yoga practice, Cortney is a leader in the credit union industry. During free time, you might find her reading, watching TV with her kitties, or outside enjoying the beautiful world.
Mick Mac Ionnrachtaigh
Mick shares Yoga, Meditation, Pranayama and Breathwork, Reiki, and Past Life Regressions/Higher Self connection via QHHT. Mick has tried many mindful, spiritual, and healing avenues; and they are what he is most driven to share with others.
Mick has been a seeker from childhood. Raised Catholic, yet immediately exploring other beliefs and learning from druidry, buddhism, yoga, metaphysical teachings, and channelers; it is always evolving. In 2005, Mick took buddhist refuge, and he found yoga in 2009. Mick fumbled through most of life; fighting depression, anxiety, and trauma. Finally, after his eldest daughter was born, deep reflection clearly required a profound shift of direction and intense inner-work. Mick graduated from Perennial Yoga Wisdom School in 2021, became a Reiki Master in 2022, Breathwork with Jon Paul Crimi in 2022, ordained Ngakpa in 2022, certified as level 2 QHHT practitioner [past life regression/ higher self connection] in 2023, and completed 50hrs Yin Yoga training with Bernie Clark in 2025. Mick experienced profound results of these practices' timeless undeniable efficacy. Unity and wholeness aren’t ever a breath away. They are here. Now.
At Perennial, you might find Mick sharing Gentle Yoga in a Yin-Yang style (1st half Yang, Yin 2nd Yin), Yin Yoga / Yin and Nidra, and Rejuvenate classes in a vinyasa-based flow class which may vary from slower-gentle to more steady-intermediate, as moon cycles, day-energies, and class-energies dictate. Classes bring focus and guidance to interoception, body engagement, alignment, and breath; leaning toward moving meditation.
Joan Herzing
Joan started her yogic journey over two decades ago. What began as an hour of refuge turned into a path of self-discovery, spirituality and education, including a 200-hour yoga school certification through 21st Century Yoga on the Mat with Alex Pfeiffer and a 500-hour certificate through the RajaHatha school of yoga with Amy Pearce-Hayden and Aubree Saia. She's a Reiki practitioner and has completed additional coursework in Aromatherapy, Pranayama, Meditation, Yin Yoga, Nidra, and Sound Immersion. As a college music major and longtime singer, songwriter and saxophone player, sound work has become a natural extension of her passions. Don't be surprised to hear a handpan during Savasana.
By facilitating connection with body, self and others in a safe, loving container, Joan feels that modern yoga is a powerful healing agent in our world. In her classes, expect dynamic movement, breathwork, guided meditations and a choose-your-own-adventure approach to physicality; truly a place for everyone to leave feeling lighter and stronger physically, emotionally and spiritually.
Outside of yoga, you’ll find Joan writing music, playing various instruments and singing in two local bands; Avian Aura and The Blue Olives, experimenting in the kitchen, and #vanlife adventuring with her husband Gary.
Lainie Eustice
When Lainie found Hatha Yoga at the age of 15, she grew accustomed to "Finding the Mat" when life was moving too quickly. In college she studied Bikram Yoga, and then as a new mom, savored her prenatal yoga with all three pregnancies. This Yoga journey guided Lainie to deepen her yoga practice and embark on a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training with My Vinyasa Practice out of Austin, Texas. Studying with some amazing masters of yoga, her style of yoga blends strength movement with slow, purposeful and playful flows. In her trauma-informed approach to teaching, Lainie is mindful of creating a soft and sacred space for all who choose to share their energy and show up to the mat to find whatever they need in that moment. Expect to integrate breath, movement and a calm mind during class; with a sprinkle of joyful music and juicy asana. Lainie continues to pursue her education in Yoga based studies and currently holds certifications in Yin, Nidra and Trauma-Informed Yoga as well as a BA in Psychology.
Lindsey Bessy
Lindsey’s mission is to create an optimal healing environment through movement, sound and energy that brings the mind, body and spirit back into harmonic resonance. Despite being a yoga practitioner for over the past decade, Lindsey’s zest for yoga became much deeper as she embarked on her own personal healing journey a few years back. Her firsthand experience with the profound benefits of a
diligent yoga practice paired with her fascination of ancient wisdom traditions was a sign from the universe the time had come to take her love of yoga to the next level; prompting her to obtain her 200 RYE certification through Perennial Yoga School studying under Megan Grace and Keith Borden. Lindsey’s expressive style and sequences serve as an invitation to students to realign with their true
nature and to practice with authenticity and freedom. Wired for harmony, Lindsey is also an attuned Reiki master, vocalist and crystal singing bowl artist. Come join Lindsey on a multi-sensory journey designed to awaken the powerful healer within and to bring your body “back in tune.”
diligent yoga practice paired with her fascination of ancient wisdom traditions was a sign from the universe the time had come to take her love of yoga to the next level; prompting her to obtain her 200 RYE certification through Perennial Yoga School studying under Megan Grace and Keith Borden. Lindsey’s expressive style and sequences serve as an invitation to students to realign with their true
nature and to practice with authenticity and freedom. Wired for harmony, Lindsey is also an attuned Reiki master, vocalist and crystal singing bowl artist. Come join Lindsey on a multi-sensory journey designed to awaken the powerful healer within and to bring your body “back in tune.”
Shandra Bauer
Shandra Bauer is a curious seeker of what it means to be human and how we find meaning, connection, and joy in our lives. She invites others to connect to their inner wisdom, wholeness, and purpose through yoga, meditation, breathwork, and embodiment practices. Shandra teaches through a trauma-informed lens with the intention of creating a space that feels accessible, safe, and anchored in self-compassion. Shandra’s experience of deep loss and the ongoing healing journey informs her teaching. She uses her life experience and Mindful Grieving Yoga Therapy training to accompany others in their grief journey using meditation, yoga, and connection through community.
Shandra’s classes are inviting, creative, and intended to be accessible to all levels and abilities. She invites you to move, breathe, and express yourself on your mat in the way that feels most authentic to you. It is Shandra’s greatest intention for her students to feel empowered to connect to their agency, inherent dignity, and belonging while practicing on and off the mat. You can expect a slow start to class with time to ground on your mat, a playful sequence, and an eclectic playlist.
She completed her 200-hour YTT with Jessica and Al Noche of Kramas Yoga in 2019. She is a Certified Mindful Grieving Facilitator through the Center for Somatic Grieving and offers Mindful Grieving Yoga Therapy groups. She also completed a certification in Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy through Embody Lab. She is a board certified Physician Assistant and has worked as a PA at UW Health in Internal Medicine. She is the mother to three children and wife to Adam. If she isn’t chasing her crazy kids around you can find her working in her garden, reading a book or trail running.
Amber Melin
Amber completed her 200-RYT
certification through the Perennial Wisdom Yoga School Teacher Training in 2024 with
Megan Grace and Keith Borden. Her yoga classes focus on connecting with the body, energetic and physical balance, as well as
playfulness and joy. She strives to make all feel welcome, included, and appreciated in
her yoga classes.
Amber’s healing journey
has led her through many spiritual and non-spiritual modalities including yoga,
mediumship, meditation, therapy, and providing intuitive support and guidance for
others as “That Mystic Medium”. Always curious and wanting to learn more, she aims to
have a healthy mix of "woo" and skepticism. She incorporates both spiritual energetics and
scientifically supported elements into her classes.
Amber is the proud pet parent of two cats and two very stubborn dogs. She enjoys walks with her pups, traveling,
anime, dance, vegan food, coffee dates, and deep discussions.
certification through the Perennial Wisdom Yoga School Teacher Training in 2024 with
Megan Grace and Keith Borden. Her yoga classes focus on connecting with the body, energetic and physical balance, as well as
playfulness and joy. She strives to make all feel welcome, included, and appreciated in
her yoga classes.
Amber’s healing journey
has led her through many spiritual and non-spiritual modalities including yoga,
mediumship, meditation, therapy, and providing intuitive support and guidance for
others as “That Mystic Medium”. Always curious and wanting to learn more, she aims to
have a healthy mix of "woo" and skepticism. She incorporates both spiritual energetics and
scientifically supported elements into her classes.
Amber is the proud pet parent of two cats and two very stubborn dogs. She enjoys walks with her pups, traveling,
anime, dance, vegan food, coffee dates, and deep discussions.
**All MADISON classes take place at our location in the Garver Feed Mill (3241 Garver Green, Madison) - NOT at E. Cheryl Pkwy**
Our FLOW | GENTLE class incorporates creative vinyasa sequencing (breath-inspired movement), attention to alignment, breath awareness, and meditation to build strength, increase flexibility, calm the mind, and open the heart. For students newer to yoga or who prefer a slower paced practice.
Upcoming classes:
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Sign Up Tue Sep 09 9:00 am - 10:15 am with Peter Duff
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Sign Up Wed Sep 10 9:00 am - 10:15 am with Amie Heeter
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Sign Up Wed Sep 10 5:45 pm - 6:45 pm with Cortney Arnold
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Sign Up Thu Sep 11 9:00 am - 10:15 am with Mick Mac Ionnrachtaigh
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Sign Up Thu Sep 11 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm with Joan Herzing
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Sign Up Sat Sep 13 10:45 am - 11:45 am with Lainie Eustice
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Sign Up Sun Sep 14 10:30 am - 11:30 am with Lindsey Bessy
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Sign Up Sun Sep 14 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm with Shandra Bauer
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Sign Up Mon Sep 15 6:00 pm - 7:15 pm with Amie Heeter
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Sign Up Tue Sep 16 9:00 am - 10:15 am with Peter Duff
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Sign Up Wed Sep 17 9:00 am - 10:15 am with Amie Heeter
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Sign Up Wed Sep 17 5:45 pm - 6:45 pm with Cortney Arnold
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Sign Up Thu Sep 18 9:00 am - 10:15 am with Mick Mac Ionnrachtaigh
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Sign Up Thu Sep 18 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm with Amber Melin
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Sign Up Sat Sep 20 10:45 am - 11:45 am with Lainie Eustice
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Sign Up Sun Sep 21 10:30 am - 11:30 am with Lindsey Bessy
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Sign Up Sun Sep 21 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm with Shandra Bauer
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Sign Up Mon Sep 22 6:00 pm - 7:15 pm with Amie Heeter
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Sign Up Wed Sep 24 9:00 am - 10:15 am with Amie Heeter