When Sarah took her first yoga class in 2009, she was inspired by the freedom and dance-like quality she was able to find on the mat; in 2012 she was hit by a car while crossing the street, and then the real practice began. Her asana practice put on hold, her focus shifted to mindfulness, meditation, and the philosophical teachings of the yoga practice, which she now infuses into her asana classes. Sarah particularly loves the process of guiding students on an inner journey and into deep states of relaxation. Sarah’s classes leave the body feeling open, and encourage mindfulness both on and off the mat through breath and body awareness. You can expect a mindful, fun, spirited flow that fuses philosophy, asana, and music.

Sarah  has had a long time love of building and supporting community and enjoys creating connection and transformation for individuals and groups through classes, workshops, transformational retreats, and trainings. In 2016, she quit her 9-5 job to open Samudra Studio, which she has grown into a thriving community since then. Sarah completed her 200 and 500 teacher training with Fluid Yoga and Kevan Gale and Betty Riaz. She is a certified SPA Yoga® teacher and assists SPA Yoga® founder Betty Riaz with trainings both regionally and internationally. She has also studied and holds certifications in Restorative Yoga with Judith Hanson Lassiter, Thai Yoga Massage, and Yin Yoga and Meditation.

Annalisa always thought that yoga offered the perfect mix of physicality and spirituality for
her, and when she finally went to her first class in college, she left feeling like she’d found a
missing piece of her life. She loves the practice because it helps her feel connected to her
body and mind, and for the welcoming community that yoga effortlessly creates. Annalisa
further deepened her practice when she completed her 200-hour Fluid Yoga teacher
training in the spring of 2018 at Samudra Studio, and received her certification in SPA Yoga
soon after. Annalisa is looking forward to sharing her enthusiasm for yoga through
assisting and teaching.

Debie has been passionate about health and wellness since her teens. She first came to yoga for the mental and physical benefits hoping to manage stress and anxiety. She soon discovered that her yoga mat was a place to find a sense of contentment, self-awareness and mind body connection. Debie took teacher training only in hopes to deepen her own practice, but her intention turned to teaching and sharing the practice she loves with others. Debie completed her Fluid Yoga 200 Hour Teacher Training at Samudra studio, and this year she became certified as an instructor for SPA Yoga®.

Students can expect a well rounded flow class with breath, challenges, and sweat.  Debie hopes to inspire students the same way her teachers were there for her.  Debie loves leaving her students with a thought or new insight that allows a change of perspective and sense of accomplishment.  Debie knows it is here that students will find their way to wholeness.

Emma was introduced to yoga during her mid-20s, and at the time, she was overwhelmed by the physical practice. After she turned 30, it was recommended she give yoga and meditation a try to help calm her anxious mind. Stepping back into a yoga studio, Emma quickly realized her early exposure to yoga omitted the beautiful philosophy and meaningful mind, body, and spirit connection. As a means of deepening her practice, Emma enrolled in Fluid Yoga School’s 200-hour teacher training only to discover how much she loved sharing her practice with others. Since the spring of 2018, Emma has been teaching all-levels vinyasa style flow in the Biddeford and Saco community. She infuses her kind and fun personality into her classes, with special attention to making yoga accessible for every body.

Sarah’s journey in yoga began in 2009 alongside her husband in the living room of their apartment.  It included lots of lost balance, laughter, and even some eye-rolling.  Her practice soon grew to a studio where she found herself daily, seeking more than just the  workout that she was initially drawn to. Sarah’s career as a Primary School Teacher encouraged her to extend her passion for education to encompass her love of yoga, and in 2014 she completed her RYT 200 after graduating from Sacred Seeds Yoga School under the guidance of Jacqui Bonwell.  She believes that with practice and compassion, anyone can quiet the mind and experience the benefits of yoga both on and off their mat.  When she’s not practicing, Sarah enjoys her time with her husband, daughters, and their sweet pup (all of whom, are her greatest teachers).

David took up yoga in 2014 to combat the effects of a career spent largely in front of a computer screen. He was immediately drawn to the calm and loving energy of his teachers and fellow students at Stil Studio in Dedham, MA. While attending a yoga retreat at a pivotal part of his life, he began to understand the power of the spiritual aspects of yoga. Upon retirement, he discovered that fellow Stil Studio alum Sarah Spiegel had opened a studio in his hometown! David completed his 200 hour training at Samudra Studio with Sarah and other senior Fluid Yoga teachers. David’s classes reflect his interest in self transformation through a quiet mind and a relaxed body. He believes that the benefits of a yoga practice should be accessible to everyone, regardless of limitations.

September made her move to Maine in 2005. She enjoys being outdoors with her dog, Lady and all the beauty Maine has to offer. She attended the Spa Tech Institute in 2013 for holistic massage therapy and her passion began there. Shes been trained in a variety of modalities including Swedish, myofascial, pregnancy, deep tissue and the energy work of polarity. She then continued her education and became certified in Reiki, Thai massage, Cupping & Scraping (gua sha). Each massage is tailored for her clients. The goal is for you to not only leave with muscle release but for the mind to feel clear & replenished.

” I firmly believe that the body has ability to heal itself and my job as a therapist is an aid in this healing process. I look forward to meeting you and being part of your healing journey !” -September