The People Behind Ripple
Our team brings together coaching, movement, recovery, and care so every client feels supported from the moment they walk in the door.
Faces of Ripple
Angie
OTR & RYT - 500
Angie is an Occupational Therapist turned yoga teacher who first used yoga as a stretching activity while training for marathons.
Before she discovered yoga, Angie worked tirelessly in the healthcare world and ran hundreds of miles a month through injuries in hopes to qualify for the Boston Marathon. Angie started taking online and gym classes at first but eventually made it to the yoga studio where she found her sanctuary.
Within a few months, she was less sore and more flexible, but most importantly, her mental health, spiritual awareness, and quality of life improved tremendously. Though Angie is no longer able to run due to numerous running injuries and a career ending surgery, she managed to cut her hours in the healthcare world to pursue more of a career in the health and wellness world.
Angie is a 500 hour RYT, certified through The Yoga Collective for her 200 hour and through Yoga Renew for her 300 hour. Angie also has her meditation and mindfulness certification through The School of Positive Transformation.
If you like a strong, sweaty class with a hint of mindfulness and breath work, then you will love her classes.
Craig
B.S. Exercise Science, Kinesiology & Certified Personal Trainer, ISSA
With over 15 years of experience in the fitness industry, Craig is not just your average personal trainer – he's a seasoned expert dedicated to helping you reach your fitness goals with a smile on your face. When he's not busy inspiring clients to push their limits in the gym, you'll likely find Craig on the high school football fields sideline channeling his passion for the game while coaching the next generation of athletes. As a football fanatic himself, he brings that same energy and enthusiasm to every training session, making workouts feel more like a winning game plan than a chore. Deadlifting isn't just an exercise for Craig – it's his favorite. He's got a knack for helping clients perfect their form and unleash their inner strength with this powerhouse move. But don't worry, he'll sprinkle in plenty of humor and encouragement along the way to keep you motivated and laughing through those challenging sets. Craig’s training workouts are anything but one-size-fits-all. With a focus on personalized attention and well-rounded routines, he'll tailor each session to your specific needs and goals, whether you're aiming to build strength, improve endurance, or simply feel your best. Get ready to sweat, smile, and see results like never before with Craig by your side.
Instructors & Personal Trainers
Alvin
Alvin brings supportive energy and practical guidance to every session at Ripple. Whether he is leading a group fitness class, coaching one-on-one, or helping clients focus on recovery, his goal is to make movement feel approachable, effective, and sustainable. Alvin enjoys helping people build strength, confidence, and consistency in a way that fits real life. Full bio coming soon.
Amanda
Amanda brings a welcoming, supportive presence to the Ripple yoga community. Their classes are designed to help students move with intention, connect with their breath, and feel more grounded in their bodies. Whether you are new to yoga or returning to your mat, you can expect a space that feels approachable, encouraging, and rooted in care.Full bio coming soon.
Amy
Amy brings a welcoming, supportive presence to the Ripple yoga community. Their classes are designed to help students move with intention, connect with their breath, and feel more grounded in their bodies. Whether you are new to yoga or returning to your mat, you can expect a space that feels approachable, encouraging, and rooted in care.Full bio coming soon.
Athena
Athena brings motivation, energy, and encouragement to her classes and training sessions. She loves helping clients challenge themselves while still feeling supported every step of the way. Her approach is all about building strength, confidence, and momentum in a fun, welcoming environment.Full bio coming soon.
Chris
Chris helps clients move with purpose, build strength, and stay consistent with their fitness goals. In both personal training and group fitness, he focuses on creating workouts that feel challenging but approachable. His goal is to help every client feel capable, supported, and proud of the progress they are making.Full bio coming soon.
Crystal
Crystal has had a curiosity for yoga ever since she was 13 years old. Battling depression and anxiety at a young age, she turned to music and yoga to help her cope with everyday struggles and give structure to triumphs.
In 2015, occasional practice transformed into a daily lifestyle, in honor of her late father. In 2017, she obtained her 200-hour yoga teacher certification in Hawai'i through a therapeutic based yoga training program with Soma Yoga Institute.
HER MOTTO: DO EVERYTHING WITH COMPASSION
"In 2009, I reached a very low point in my life regarding my physical and mental health. I was fortunate to have people in my life to help me out of that space and get me started with a lifestyle that was sustainable and healthy. I am now using my education in psychology and yoga to help others who are ready to make those changes for themselves. My ultimate goal is to help YOU take control of your lifestyle and give you the tools to face your challenges on and off the mat."
Emily
Emily McDoniels, M.Ed., is a 500+ E-RYT and founder of Soulshine Yoga, leading local and international yoga retreats. Certified as a 2nd-degree Reiki provider, Trauma-Informed Brain-Sensitive practitioner and Laughter Yoga Leader, Emily began her Reiki trainings in 2007 and her yoga trainings in 2013, and she has taught for over 5,000 hours.
Emily's mission is to create nurturing spaces for clients to shine their light into the community from a place of self-awareness and confidence. Emily weaves art, reiki and sound healing into a tapestry of community health.
Embodying a mothering lighthouse, Emily provides calm and refuge to souls seeking compassionate space to fully embrace their own journey. Emily's yoga flows are full of guided breath, mudra, mantra, affirmations and a playful story or two. Emily is proud to be a lifelong learner and enrolls in continuing education each year, always breathing new life into her shared practices.
Outside of yoga, Emily is a visual artist inspired by the wonders of Mother Earth and the Universe. Teaching Montessori-focused education to master's level students, Emily is also an adjunct professor for University of Wisconsin River Falls. She enjoys being lost in her garden with a book, and traveling with her musician/producer husband and their fur babies.
Kathleen
Kathleen brings a welcoming, supportive presence to the Ripple yoga community. Their classes are designed to help students move with intention, connect with their breath, and feel more grounded in their bodies. Whether you are new to yoga or returning to your mat, you can expect a space that feels approachable, encouraging, and rooted in care.Full bio coming soon.
Kiara
Kiara found movement at a young age and it was a catalyst for self expression and self discovery. Kiara uses her background in dance, music, and theater to inspire her creatively on the mat using asana, pranayama, mantra, dhyana, and vedic philosophy.
Kiara attended the California College of Ayurveda and completed the Principles of Ayurvedic Medicine course. She incorporates her knowledge of Ayurveda into her teaching to help inspire others to heal their own lives.
Kiara creates a safe, welcoming environment for all to find their practice.
MaryKatherine
MaryKatherine brings a welcoming, supportive presence to the Ripple yoga community. Their classes are designed to help students move with intention, connect with their breath, and feel more grounded in their bodies. Whether you are new to yoga or returning to your mat, you can expect a space that feels approachable, encouraging, and rooted in care.Full bio coming soon.
Mariah
Mariah brings a welcoming, supportive presence to the Ripple yoga community. Their classes are designed to help students move with intention, connect with their breath, and feel more grounded in their bodies. Whether you are new to yoga or returning to your mat, you can expect a space that feels approachable, encouraging, and rooted in care.Full bio coming soon.
Monica
I first discovered yoga during graduate school, expecting it to be a fun way to challenge my body as a former gymnast. However, during that initial class, I experienced something deeper: relaxation and mental clarity that I hadn't felt in a long time.
Before becoming a yoga teacher and yoga therapist, I worked as a wildlife researcher and college biology instructor. After 15 years of teaching yoga and earning an 800-hr. certification in yoga therapy, I am passionate about sharing the healing powers of yoga with others.
I focus on creating a warm, welcoming, and nurturing environment where participants of all levels can thrive.