An Innovative and Inspiring Mind/Body Professional, Elise has been a renowned Celebrity Trainer, Yoga Teacher and Wellness Expert . Elise holds multiple fitness certifications, and her repertoire of disciplines includes Vinyasa Yoga, Hatha Yoga, Ballet Conditioning, Barre, Dance, Schwinn Cycling, and HIIT training. Elise has always found purpose and expression through movement, and prior to pursuing a vocation in yoga, Ms. Joan enjoyed an established career as an actor, singer, and dancer onstage in New York City. A former ballet soloist and professional dancer, Elise has created innovative new yoga and body/mind programs that draw on her expansive and versatile movement background. She's taught yoga to college football players and Olympic athletes. Her primary passion is to awaken people to realize their full potential, both on and off the mat.