ABOUT US

Ann began practicing yoga about 20 years ago as a means to stretch her body following long training runs. After retiring from the corporate world, she decided to pursue her yoga teacher certification to deepen her personal practice. She chose the  Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health because they teach an accessible type of Hatha Yoga that harmonizes body, mind, and spirit with breath. On the last day of training the instructor asked the class to spend time reflecting as to how they would use their yoga teacher certification for good in the world and Practice for a Purpose was born. 

Ann approached her church, Crossroads Presbyterian Church in Mequon, and they encouraged her to start a yoga ministry, which officially launched in February 2020. Over $25,000 has been donated to worthwhile organizations. In 2023 she received her 500-hour certification. 

JeanEllen, a long-time member of Crossroads, has been avid about her yoga practice for the last 15 years. Always physically active, JeanEllen finds peace and calm in the way yoga connects the body, mind and spirit and is grateful to share her love of breath and movement with all. 

Her favorite type of yoga is a slow luxurious vinyasa flow that challenges the body to move and centers the mind on the true Divinity that lives in each of us.  

Tracy is a dedicated health and wellness coach since 2019. Her passion for wellness led her to delve into yoga nearly a decade ago. In the spring of 2023, she began sharing the benefits of chair yoga with seniors at a local center. Her commitment to growth in this field led her to complete her 200-hour yoga teacher training through Yoga Renew, as well as obtaining a Restorative Yoga certification. Through her dedicated practice, she has cultivated a deep understanding of her body's needs. This journey has allowed her to blend strength, flexibility, and inner peace both on and off the mat. 

For Tracy, yoga is not merely a physical practice; it's a transformative journey that continues to inspire and elevate her spirit. For more information check out her website at Yoga Well - Tracy Schoneman

Mary is a young, passionate yoga practitioner. Using yoga as a form of inner-soul searching, restoration, meditation, and exercise, she guides individuals through their own yoga journey. Mary’s gentle instruction allows beginner and advanced students to expand in yoga psychology, movement and flexibility, and improve general well-being. She is a vibrant, adventurous spirit who enjoys global travel, and strives to bring each student closer to the Divine with every class. 

Aside from her yoga adventures, she enjoys cooking healthy food and taking care of her cat, Toby. Her hobbies include paddle-boarding, rock climbing, hiking and surfing. She loves connecting with others and sharing stories of her adventures. Mary looks forward to teaching and connecting through Practice for a Purpose, Yoga Ministry! For more information check out her website at Divine Yoga.