The brains behind Middle River Yoga - Alex is inspired to help others experience peace and feel at home in their bodies. She traveled to Costa Rica in 2016 to begin her journey as a lifelong student of Yoga and has been teaching in the Baltimore area since. She is also a Massage Therapist who understands the innate need for movement & touch. Yoga is a lifestyle practice that goes far beyond the mat and is available to everyone despite any life circumstance. Alex is honored to be a guide for others on the journey. When she’s not teaching, studying, practicing or working, she finds great joy in being close to the water, exploring new & familiar places, eating delicious food, dancing to good music, and enjoying life with people she loves.

Magnolia, lovingly known as Nolie, is Middle River Yoga’s unofficial greeter and resident yoga practitioner. This sweet Portuguese Water Dog can often be found at the studio when Alex is teaching, quietly observing class, offering calm companionship, and reminding everyone not to take life too seriously. As a hypoallergenic pup, she’s able to share the studio with most of our community and absolutely loves being part of it all. When she’s not at the studio, Nolie enjoys living her best Chesapeake life—running through the woods with friends, swimming in the bay, and relaxing at home with her parents.

Grace (she/they) started teaching because they wanted to co-create space for community to feel the magic that happens when our embodiment is empowered by our breath; this inclination has blossomed into a long term commitment to guiding compassionate space for self regulation. Grace loves to center the nervous system during movement and offer trauma informed instruction. Off the mat, they love to paint with bright colors, play bass, and do crossword puzzles.

Meet Corinne Matti, a yoga teacher with a knack for blending ancient wisdom with modern vibes. Teaching since 2016, Corinne's classes range from fiery power flows to the calming embrace of yin yoga. Her passion for wellness and holistic healing led her to Kerala, India, where she taught and learned Ayurvedic yoga and massage traditions.  Corinne’s teaching style is inclusive, playful, and deeply rooted in helping students connect mind, body, and spirit. Whether you're a beginner finding your flow or an experienced yogi exploring chakra alignment, Corinne’s classes offer something for everyone—plus a few laughs along the way. Off the mat, you'll find her ballroom dancing, fly-fishing, or crocheting (sometimes all in one day). Be ready to join her for a practice that’s equal parts soulful and fun!

Audrey began practicing yoga in 2016 when she was 12 years old and, wanting to learn more, she started to practice regularly wherever and whenever she had the space and time. In order to spread her love of yoga, she pushed herself to become an RYT200, graduating from Yoga Centric's teacher training program in 2022. She has a passion for helping others live their happiest lives through food, movement, books, and time in nature. She hopes to share the lifelong journey of finding peace and balance through yoga with each individual that she has the pleasure of encountering.

Having witnessed firsthand the profound benefits and transformative power of yoga, Bev, who is the most-senior instructor at Middle River Yoga, brings a unique perspective and empathy to her classes. She holds a strong belief that yoga is for everyone regardless of age, gender, body type, or physicality. Inspired by how it improves strength, reduces stress, and increases self-awareness, Bev creates inclusive classes that encourage her students to connect with their inner wisdom knowing that they are in a safe and nurturing environment. She draws from many influences and is passionate about sharing the joy and healing benefits that yoga provides. Practiced in Hatha, Yin, Chair, and Vinyasa Flow, Bev focuses on proper alignment, pranayama (breath work), and mindfulness. Creating a supportive space for students to explore their own practice and honor their own journey, Bev is committed to creating joyful classes that are sprinkled with love and light-heartedness.

Off the mat, Bev enjoys spending time with family and friends, playing pickleball, reading, listening to music, traveling, and going to the beach.

Kelly is a special educator and yoga enthusiast who finds balance both on and off the mat. With a passion for helping others grow, Kelly brings the same patience, creativity, and compassion from the classroom into every yoga practice. When not teaching or flowing, you’ll often find Kelly outdoors—chasing a sunset, paddling on the water, tending to the garden, or simply soaking in the beauty of nature. Her classes are inspired by movement, mindfulness, and the grounding energy of the natural world, encouraging students to cultivate strength, calm, and joy in their practice