Welcome to Studio Elevate.
My name is Mindy Dougherty and I am so glad you are here! I built Studio Elevate from my love of yoga and Pilates. I have created this very special space because my deepest desire is to help you find a form of movement focused on nourishing your body.
Early in my fitness journey, I pursued one depleting workout after the next. These programs left me feeling exhausted on all fronts: physically, mentally, and emotionally. I felt completely derailed if I deviated from my workout routine even a little. Does this sound familiar to you?
This mentality led me to a low point and in spring of 2021 I decided it was time to slow down. I rolled out my yoga mat, promising myself this would not be a workout. As I moved intuitively through a short vinyasa, the inner voice of my higher self told me “this is it”. I decided it was time to listen to her.
My life was forever changed. I signed up for yoga teacher training, despite knowing nothing about the school! Humanity was in a world-wide Covid pandemic, but that wasn’t stopping me either - I braved training outdoors (so NOT like me) and said “yes” to new experiences, finally letting my intuition guide me every step of the way.
This opportunity allowed me to understand my core feelings and values like never before. I was able to develop my own dharma, my true life’s purpose. I want to help women listen to their bodies and move in a way that feels GOOD! Let’s stop punishing our bodies in the name of fitness, and create a space encouraging mindfulness, mediation, and being kind to yourself.
With consideration to my certifications in yoga, Pilates, anatomy, and nutrition, as well as my degrees in the mental health field, I was able to create a unique style of movement building strength from the inside out
Studio Elevate is passionate about helping all bodies through a form of movement that makes you feel damn good about yourself! Our mission is to offer accessible, attainable, low impact programs, with consideration to all parts of an individual - your mind, body, and spirit.
Studio Elevate flows are a form of mediation, with a foundation in both yoga and Pilates, incorporating vinyasa style breath per movement and the controlled specific movements of Pilates. I want to help you stretch, strengthen, and elongate your body, while providing you the opportunity to develop a true mind-body connection. You deserve this, and I can help.