WELCOME TO NIRVANA

Inspired by the magic of 'Nirvana', total happiness and liberation, our mission is to create a friendly and open environment where consistency, curiosity, lively music, and your mind-body connection are at the forefront. In other words, we’re all about good vibes and great yoga!

WHAT SETS US APART?

  • YOGA ACCESSIBILITY

    Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or a beginner, our community-focused and vibrant atmosphere encourages all skill levels. Our commitment to accessibility extends to providing affordable options, like our weekly $5 Community Flow classes.

  • CONSISTENCY

    We don’t just talk the talk, but we walk the… downward facing dog! To maintain the best experience for our community, studio guidelines are upheld everyday and outlined in our FAQs here. Also, our class offerings are simple and straightforward, so you know what to expect every time you arrive on your mat.

  • CURIOUSITY

    Nirvana means “total happiness and liberation” and we want our classes to reflect that. When you arrive on your mat, expect a sense of play, a laid-back environment, and tunes that match the rhythm of your soul.

MEET YOUR TEACHERS

MEET YOUR TEACHERS

CHELSEA YEOMAN
Owner, Lead Instructor

With over six years dedicated to practicing and teaching yoga in Grand Rapids, MI, I am excited to bring my passion and skills to the Michiana area with the goal of creating a friendly, lighthearted, creative space (with lots of vibey tunes, too 🎶). Aside from yoga, I love spending time with my husband, animals, and boating/paddle boarding on our lake.

MY NIRVANA: the sun hitting my face, the post-class Buti bliss, the view at the end of a hike.

DANNY TOUHEY
Instructor

I’m Danny, and I am so excited to move with you! Last year, I moved back to my hometown, Niles MI, after living in NYC for 11 years. While in NYC, I discovered my two passions: acting and yoga. I am fascinated by the information we store in our physical body, and how yoga and movement can be practiced to unlock that information. When I’m not on my mat, I love to travel, visit museums, see theater, and hike. If I can be outside, I am!

MY NIRVANA: Lying under a canopy of trees and watching the sun dance through the leaves, being on stage exploring the human condition with other artists, deep belly laughs. 

CAITLIN HOERSTMAN
Instructor

I’m Caitlin and I’m SO EXCITED to be on this yoga teaching journey at Nirvana. From the moment I stepped in the studio it felt like home to me. I cannot wait to get to know each and every one of you. I just completed my 200 hour YTT but I’ve been taking yoga classes on and off for around 10 years. 

Outside of yoga I am a HUGE animal lover, my husband and I have four rescue pups and I even own my own dog treat bakery! I love curling up on the couch with my pups, a good book or some type of reality tv. I love being outside or in the water. I’m definitely a true Cancer!

MY NIRVANA: Sun out, windows down, music playing. I’m a sucker for good tunes. An early morning sunrise grounding session when the grass is cool between my toes.

KARA YEOMAN-DUONG
Instructor

I’m Kara and I am so excited to be a part of Nirvana Yoga House. I started practicing yoga over 12 years ago and it has forever changed my life! I just completed my YTT 200 here at Nirvana. I not only did it to deepen my yoga practice, but it also gave me an outlet as a mom of three littles to pursue something I am passionate about.

MY NIRVANA: Sunsets on the lake, hugs + kisses from my three babes, live outdoor music.