Anna began her journey into health and wellness when she was introduced to belly dance at 19. Quickly falling in love with its emotive and sensual qualities Anna began teaching in 2005 and was creative director for Haremstella fusion dance troupe. Inspired by a desire to help people with their health and movement, she attended Kaplan University where she pursued her bachelor's degree in Nutrition Science, graduating in 2015. Since graduating she has certified as a personal trainer with ACE Fitness in 2015, completed the belly dance teacher training program at Bellyqueen School in New York, NY in 2020, and recently certified as a mat Pilates instructor through the Pilates Instructor Academy, and licensed as a massage therapist in 2023. Anna is now concurrently working to complete certifications in Integrated Manual Therapy and Human Movement through the Brookbush Institute, further deepening her love and devotion to the human body.
Anna Masciadri, LMT, Bachelor of Science in Nutrition, PT, Certified Pilates Instructor
Owner of RBF Studio
Lisa is an enthusiastic student of tai chi, Qigong and all things martial arts and has been studying with Tai Chi Vermont and Marty Kidder for several years. As a teacher Lisa strives to ensure that students fully understand the nuances, form and history of these amazing forms of movement.
In addition to martial arts, Lisa is a biologist with the State of Maine, an avid kayaker, knitter and community theatre enthusiast.
Lisa St. Hilaire, Tai Chi Master
Deadra began her belly dance journey in 2001, when she took classes with Dawn Habash in Farmingdale, Maine. After studying under a few other local instructors she started teaching her own classes in 2009.
She is creative director for the dance troupe Situ Men, a perennial favorite at the Live Edge Music Festival in Whitefield, Maine.
Deadra is passionate about the grounding, sensual qualities of belly dance and the grace and joy for life it brings. She shares her joy of belly dance with her Belly Dance classes.
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Deadra Taczli, Belly Dance Instructor
Jess McKenna is a RYT-200 certified yoga instructor and occupational therapist who brings a thoughtful, inclusive approach to her teaching. She believes in yoga's ability to support overall well-being and creates classes that are accessible, welcoming, and infused with joy. Music is often part of her practice, helping to cultivate energy, lift the mood, and create an engaging experience for students of all experience levels.
Jess is also the founder of Purple Lotus Flower Yoga, an online yoga community built around connection and making practice accessible to a diverse range of students. Alongside her yoga teaching, she works as a lead occupational therapist at Boston Sensory Solutions. Her combined experience informs an approach that encourages students to feel comfortable, empowered, and supported in their individual wellness journeys.
