Our Teachers
TESSA
JENKINS
Owner and Lead Trainer
As the proud owner of The Works, I would like to welcome you to this space. This studio is dear to my heart as this is the location I took my first yoga class 15 years ago when it was run under the name Power Yoga Works. It was between the four walls of this studio where I fell in love with the practice of yoga, took my first teacher training, made lifelong friends, and taught my first yoga class.
I’ve lived a lot of life since then: I worked as an ICU nurse, became a full time working mama, transitioned to become a stay-at-home mom to my two girls, then part time yoga teacher, yoga studio manager, health and wellness coach, and now I get the pleasure of adding yoga studio owner to my “About Me”.
The Bhagavad Gita states, "On this path, no effort is wasted," which is a sentiment I apply wholeheartedly to my journey. My experiences and relationships have allowed me to grow, gather, fail and reset, and have brought me to this space once again to open the doors and offer the same gifts I received back to you.
BETH
MITCHELL
Teacher, Teacher Training Facilitator
Whether it’s to let go or lean in Beth has you. Not the answer for you, the space for you, the faith in you, the belief in you. Her class will open you and ask you what are willing to give, right now? What do you seek, right now? What do you want to discover, right now, about your mind, your body, your life? She is the ultimate guide. Not a therapist. Not a doctor. A guide. Perfectly imperfect, resilient, dedicated and prideful in her practice and her guidance of yours. Always.
Kathleen
Wong
Teacher, Sound Bath, Reiki
Kathleen is a loving, creative, supportive woman and mother and a friend to everyone who knows her
Being active has always been an important part of Kathleen's life. In 2017, she added yoga to her fitness routine and quickly learned her practice not only had great physical benefits but also an enormous impact on her mental and spiritual well-being.
In 2018, Kathleen became a certified as yoga teacher and has been teaching ever since. She is driven by positivity, ever-changing opportunity and being present — she shares this through her class and the connections she makes with students.
Kathleen has a calm and gentle approach, but don’t be fooled she will make you sweat and work on your mat and allow you to smile during the whole experience.
Kathleen lives with her husband and two daughters and also is the owner of her own small business @live.light.shop an online boutique gift store and also makes custom shirts and more - please follow her and check out her shop!
Andrea
COOPER
Andrea first stepped on her mat in 2003 and as a long time fitness enthusiast the positive impact on her body, mind, and soul was immediate. When she graduated from college in 2005, she immediately enrolled in a YTT program with Verge Yoga Center and Empowered Yoga. She received her 200 hr. certification in 2006 and is currently working towards her 500 hr. training with the Pranakriya School of Yoga Healing Arts.
Along this journey, Andrea spent 8 years as a manager/trainer for a yoga inspired athletic apparel brand, her main focus was to coach teams to set and achieve their life goals. Her classes are greatly influenced by her experiences as a trainer and love of endorphins. Andrea has seen the positivity a strong practice brings into personal/professional life, and how the lessons learned through yoga can translate into everything we do.
Andrea lives in Wayne with her husband Adam, and their 4 children, Stella, Cecilia, Quinn and Boden.
Teacher, Teacher Training Facilitator
NINA
CIERI
Teacher
Nina started her yoga journey after graduating from college in 2015. She was looking for a way to get back into shape and found power yoga and was instantly drawn to the high energy workout, immediately noticing changes to her body physically.
Nina is a Baptiste trained instructor and completed her RYT-200 at Power Yoga Works and Yin Yoga Certification at Arhanta Yoga in 2020. Nina teaches with intention and heart while cuing challenging, thoughtful sequences that leave her students sweaty, but also with a smile on their face.
Off her mat, Nina is an insurance underwriter by day, enjoys traveling, unwinding with a good dirty martini, and spending time with her boyfriend, Connor, and furbabies, Moose and Penny.
Julia
CIERI
Teacher
Julia found yoga in 2015, Within the first weeks of taking yoga classes, Julia felt more flexible and began the journey to heal her body from injuries from being a lifelong athlete.
Julia found a passion for the practice and received her RYT-200 certification from Power Yoga Works in 2020.
She encourages her students to unlock power and flexibility within their practice by focusing on what their body truly needs in each moment. She hopes that her students will push themselves to “be a yes” in all aspects of their practice, bringing their full selves to the mat every single time.
Kristin
Landman
Teacher
Kristin began her yoga journey in 2001 when she decided to try a yoga class at her local gym. She instantly felt a connection to the fluidity of the movement and the rhythm of her breath. This continues to be at the heart of her practice and what she teaches.
She continued to cultivate her own practice, embracing vinyasa flows wherever her travels took her, including years living in New York and New Hampshire.
After having her 2 children, Will and Emma, she tried power yoga and never looked back. She found the practice was able to unlock aspects of herself physically and mentally that she didn’t know she had.
In 2019-2020, she completed her yoga teacher training. Unsure of how or what to do coming out of those pandemic years, Tessa and her mentors gave her the courage to find her voice and share her practice with others, which she is forever thankful for.
In Kristin’s classes, expect to find a thoughtful, powerful, energetic flow with supportive cueing and carefully curated music. She hopes to empower you on the mat so you can take those strong and peaceful moments back to your daily life.
Allison
Dombroski
Teacher
Allison found yoga in 2021 while trying to find a new, healthier way to move. She had no idea the impact it would end up having on her own personal healing journey - physically, mentally, and spiritually.
When something brings her joy and a peace-of-mind, she naturally wants to share it with others, which is exactly what drew her to get her RYT200 a year later. She finds gratitude every time she steps in the studio and gets to share her passions with her yoga students.
Allison also completed her Yin Yoga Certification, and Kids Yoga Certification in 2023.
Allison wants her classes to feel challenging, yet accessible. She encourages her students to find what works in their bodies, not comparing themselves to others by treating their mat like their own “private island”, and most importantly, to smile and have fun!
When she’s not at The Works practicing or teaching, Allison enjoys spending time with her family, her fiance Shawn, and her furry-son, Ollie.
Kristin
Gifoli
Teacher
Kristin is a passionate and dedicated yoga instructor that is thrilled to be a part of the teaching staff where she trained and taught her first class.
Kristin began her yoga journey in this space when it was Power Yoga Works in 2015 after the birth of her third child. She was looking for a new workout routine and quickly fell in love with the flow and heat of vinyasa yoga classes. Although exercise was the catalyst to bringing yoga into her life, the mental and emotional benefits of this practice are what has kept her here.
Kristin earned her RYT 200 hour certification from The Works in 2023 and is currently training here to obtain her RYT 500 hour certificate. Her classes emphasize strength and mindfulness, blending breath, movement, and alignment to cultivate both physical and mental resilience. She loves incorporating music into her classes, curating playlists to enhance energy and flow.
Kristin has a Master’s degree in education with a certification as a reading specialist. She taught for twenty years in a local school district before an illness in her immediate family prompted her to make the decision to retire early to focus on her family and her physical and mental well-being. As a wife and mother of three, Kristin values balance in all aspects of life. She believes that yoga is a powerful tool for self-discovery, and she is passionate about helping students build confidence and presence on and off the mat.
Maria
Stamato
Teacher
Maria is a school based Speech Therapist and truly enjoys working with her middle school colleagues and kiddos. An avid Philadelphia sports fan, she loves a good challenge and knows the importance of keeping herself moving for a strong body and mind.
As a mom of 5, yoga has allowed her to be more present for her family and for her students. Ken and the kids( Noah, AJ, Averi, Ava and Alyssa) fully supported Maria in her recent and highly anticipated, YTT journey. It was a demanding and rewarding voyage that took her away from them for 200 hours over the course of 6 months, only to bring her back to them more completely than ever!
Maria fell in love with yoga over the last decade because it forced her to slow down and soak in the moments. To that end, she loves teaching yoga because she views it as a gift. She believes learning the centering benefits of simply returning to the breath, making the time to just, “be” and meeting yourself exactly where you are in that moment, to be truly transformative; a ripple effect that has the power to transcend all aspects of life.
Dani
Pratt
Teacher
Dani was drawn to yoga over ten years ago as a challenging form of exercise. While she was initially attracted to the “asana” element of yoga, as her practice developed she started to value the mental benefits of yoga even more. Dani now considers her yoga practice to be the foundation of her overall wellness, a space away from the stressors of modern life where she can challenge her mind and body to focus and flow. After fully embracing the complete benefits of yoga, Dani decided she wanted to grow her practice even more and completed her RTY200 in 2024.
As a teacher, Dani’s goal is to provide an opportunity to press pause on activities outside of the studio and focus on breath and movement within the four corners of the mat. She is so excited to embark on this teaching journey and is so grateful for the inspiration, knowledge, and support she receives from the wonderful Works community.
When Dani is not at the Works, she loves spending time outdoors, particularly hiking or paddle boarding, as well as spending time with friends and family.
Lindsay
LIN
Teacher
Yoga has always been a part of my life. My earliest memories include coming home from school and seeing my mom in a headstand in the living room! I began actively practicing in college as a means to balance the demands of playing lacrosse. The more I practiced, the more I realized yoga provided both physical and mental benefits for my body. I truly believe what we practice on our mats helps us to be better, kinder, and calmer beings out in the world.
As a new teacher, my goal is to see each class as a learning opportunity to help others find their own potential for growth. I strive to provide a challenging class where clients can find their own edge and see the many benefits of a consistent practice.
Mom of 3, when I’m not in the studio, you can find me cheering on the sidelines or ubering my children to and from some sporting event! I’m thankful for the support of my husband, family and friends who continue to encourage me on this journey!
CAITLIN
MCCORMICK
Retreats, Sound Bath & Reiki
Caitlin is one of the most talented, creative and adored teachers in the area and we are so lucky to have her as a teacher and trainer.
Caitlin has practiced yoga for over 20 years, as she turned to her mat after a car accident. When she started yoga she found a slow paced practice help her body heal. After she welcomed her first child, she stepped into the power yoga world which got her hooked with her dancing background.
She also took her teacher training at Power Yoga Works in 2014 (where she and Tessa met!). She is still inspired and has a thirst for learning and has started her 300 Hour training as well.
Caitlin has run many teacher trainings, held several workshops and has served as a mentor for so many teachers. She is truly a gift to this space and we cannot wait to have her teach her amazing flows in the fall.
When she is not teaching, Caitlin is enjoying her family time with her two kids and fiance.
AMANDA
GERMER
Teacher
Amanda originally found this practice as a part of a strength and conditioning program as a college athlete. She found the practice challenging, and noticed subtle changes in her body, and overall well being. After completing undergraduate school and beginning a vigorous graduate school program, Amanda found yoga to be a true outlet and release from the stressors associated with my academic life.
Amanda says she finds the practice to be challenging, grounding, and rejuvenating all at the same time. While at The Works, she hopes to share all of the aspects of this practice that she loves with others, so they might take what they need from it, and grow in their own lives.
Ellen
Lewis
Teacher
Ellen was drawn to yoga many years ago as a way to find movement and balance outside of her day job. She soon realized the connection between the physical practice and mind and spirit. Years later, yoga is a foundational part of her life, bringing her peace, focus and balance.
After practicing for many years she decided to take her practice to the next level and completed her 200 hour YTT in Spring 2023 at The Works.
She loves all styles of yoga from the sweaty vinyasa's to the soothing restorative poses. Her favorite poses include heart and hip openers. She is excited to teach and share the mindfulness, strength, confidence and breath of yoga to students of all levels. When not on her mat, you can also find Ellen running the front desk on Sunday mornings and tending to the plants.
Ellen loves cooking eating in the kitchen, hiking and outdoor adventures, travel and everything beach! She lives in Chester Springs with her husband, teenage daughter, 3 cats and dog.