About Us

Yonah Yoga is a locally-owned yoga studio that specializes in leading an array of practices that enhance your life. Yonah Yoga is a sanctuary for meditation, yoga, & other movement modalities that deepen the connection between mind, body, and spirit. Our studio is located in the heart of Sautee Nacoochee & we look forward to sharing space with you & the practices that have been so beneficial & supportive in our own lives.

Please reach out through our contact form if you have any questions or need support in registering for classes.

Yonah Yoga is a safe space for ALL.

All are welcome & All are needed.

Love & Tolerance is our Code.

Our Story

Yonah Yoga was founded in 2017 by Charlene & started off as Pop-Up Yoga Studio. Yonah Yoga classes could be found anywhere a yoga mat could be laid but mainly at the Sautee Community Center along with other local businesses like Sweetwater Coffeehouse, Cenita Winery, Cleveland MMA, Valhalla Resort. As the interest for yoga began to grow in the area, Charlene found it was time to find a brick & mortar in the Sautee Nacoochee Valley. Yonah Yoga began to grow a beautiful community where folks would meet one another, create friendships & bonds. However, a few months after the Covid-19 Pandemic, Yonah Yoga was forced to shut it's doors in September 2020.

Yonah Yoga eventually went back to teaching at local areas, along with private sessions. In October of 2023, we've decided to reopen our physical doors to the community! We are looking forward to seeing familiar & new faces! At Yonah Yoga, we want to offer a place of solace & safety for our satsang (spiritual community) that is fun, loving, and an environment where one can continue to thrive & grow.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Meet the Sangha

Charlene Peeples

Yoga Teacher | Owner | Death Companion

I'm a native to the Northeast Georgia Mountains & have been a yoga practitioner for 18 years. As a yoga teacher, I value new information, diverse points of view, & critical thinking. I consider my teaching style to be functional-based opposed to aesthetic and/or alignment based. I completed my 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training on Yonah Mountain with Yoga Energy School in 2017. Directly after, I was asked to co-facilitate a 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training in Aegina, Greece where I completed another 200-Hour Teacher Training.

I am certified in Hatha Vinyasa Yoga & Ayurveda, along with Pranayama (breathwork) & Meditation. I've also completed a 50 Hour Yin Yoga Teacher Training with Bernie Clark. I'm also certified in Y12, which is a relapse prevention program & 12-step based addiction recovery model coupled with yoga philosophy. I'm in the process of completing my 300 Hour Teacher Training.

I also have a keen interest in the subject of Death/Dying. I've studied with Cole Imperi with the School of American Thanatology and I'm a Death Companioning Initiate. This progressive, intensive hybrid course blended education in essential skills from the fields of chaplaincy, thanatology and death companioning. The material focused on death education, modern grief theory, history of death caregiving, as well as pandemic and crisis-specific skills and information. Charlene also had the opportunity to study with Bodhi Be in a Death & Dying Course that was a prerequisite to a Death Doula Training that will be held sometime in the future.

Meghann Murray Brackett

Kundalini Yoga Teacher

I began my true Yoga journey in 2017. It first began as a physical practice that turned much deeper….a spiritual way of life. Particularly Kundalini Yoga practices spoke to my heart when introduced by teachers Tommy Rosen and Kia Miller. Never had I experienced a practice that could expand my consciousness to the Divine and access to my True Self in such a short period of time.

After practicing Kundalini for a few years, it led me to want to share this beautiful experience with my community. I got my 200-HR RBY Teacher Training Certificate thru Kia Miller the founder and director of Radiant Body Yoga. This practice has it’s roots in ancient Kundalini and Tantric traditions which include a combination of asana, kriya (specific sequences), breath, meditation, mantra, relaxation, and contemplation.

I am excited to share RBY which is designed to move you through stagnant energy, elevate your frequency and awaken a greater state of connection and consciousness.

Caitlin Donato

Yoga Teacher

I'm a dedicated and compassionate 200-hour certified yoga teacher with specialized certifications in meditation, Yoga Nidra, and Trauma-Informed Yoga for Anxiety and Depression. With a deep focus on mindfulness and the mind-body connection, I strive to create a transformative experience for my students through a blend of Hatha Yoga, Vinyasa Yoga, and Yoga Nidra.

My teaching philosophy is rooted in the 8 limbs of yoga, emphasizing stress management techniques and practical tools to support mental and emotional well-being. I am is committed to
helping my students achieve their health and wellness goals by fostering a nurturing and supportive environment. Each of my classes is thoughtfully designed to engage all five senses,
creating a serene and calming atmosphere that encourages students to fully immerse in their practice.

With a passion for guiding others toward a more mindful and balanced life, I empower students to cultivate inner peace, resilience, and lasting well-being through the power of yoga.

When I'm not practicing yoga or teaching, I spend my time rock climbing, crafting, hiking, paddle boarding, and spending time with my dog and family.

Susan Guglielmo

Yoga Teacher

I started my yoga journey in 2000 receiving my first 200 hr Teachers Training certification in the Sivananda Lineage. Inspired to learn more I traveled to California to study under Shiva Rae and participate in her 200 hr Summer Immersion Program. This was life changing and forever influenced my style of teaching yoga.

I continued studying Anatomy and Alignment and received my third certification from Yoga South. In 2013 I received my 500hr TT certificate at Yoga Journey where my mentor Leslie Glickman brought out in me how to teach from my heart. In 2015 I opened and became Co-owner of PS Yoga Studios where I currently teach online classes.

I am blessed to have had so many amazing teachers influence my life and leave their imprint on my heart.

Christie Gann

Pilates & Yoga Teacher

I was born & raised in South Georgia & have been in the North Georgia area for almost 30 years, most recently locating to Cleveland Ga. Growing up, I've always love to create & pursue & explore a variety of artistic methods and athletic endeavors including dance, gymnastics.

Pilates and Yoga have been a part of my personal practice for over 18 years. What began as a practice at home; evolved into creating a passionate desire to further my education to become certified in both practices. My passion has been to greatest space for others to feel safe, welcomed, free to express themselves through movement on and off the mat. Helping others to create a knowledge of body awareness, integrating breath to movement, core strength, flexibility, stabilization & move with intention for our overall functional fitness that enhances our everyday life.

When i'm not practicing or teaching; I enjoy spending time with my family & grandchildren, gardening, hiking, painting & reading. I count it as one of my most treasured blessings to inspire my students and clients to continue mastering the technique for their own personal growth and achievement through pilates and yoga. I look forward to meeting you on the mat!

Spencer Turk

Yoga Teacher | Health Coach

Hi, I’m Spencer, a passionate yoga instructor, holistic health coach, and entrepreneur dedicated to serving my community. I help people find empowerment and healing through cultivating a deeper connection with themselves, their community, and nature.

Yoga began as a physical practice for me after many years as a gymnast, but it has since evolved into a lifestyle and a deeply healing journey. In 2021, I completed my 200-hour yoga teacher training in the Shambhavananda lineage, and I’m honored to share the wisdom of this practice with others. Through mindful movement and breathing, I love guiding people to slow down and reconnect with their bodies and breath. My classes weave together yoga philosophy, alignment, meditation, pranayama, and intuition to create a thoughtful and empowering experience.

I welcome students of all abilities, body types, and experience levels to join me on the mat.

Beyond yoga, I’m a holistic health coach and recently became Reiki Level 1 certified. I also enjoy hiking, rock climbing, dancing, traveling, and spending time with my fiancé and family in Tallulah Falls, where I help run my family’s business, Tallulah Adventures. Supporting others in their wellness journeys, whether through yoga or other modalities, is at the heart of what I do. I’m so excited to join the yoga community in Sautee and can’t wait to practice with you!

Cherica Voyles

Yoga Teacher

I am a licensed massage therapist, 2nd generation Reiki Master, certified yoga instructor + energy therapist. Since becoming licensed in 2015 I have specialized in integrative massage + energy therapy providing relief from chronic pain + stress. In 2021 she completed her 500-HR yoga therapy teacher training to bring healing to her clients off the massage table.

I am also a Yoga Energy School 500-HR Certified Yoga Instructor + 52-HR Certified Thai Yoga Bodywork Therapist. I have over 15 years of experience in several energy therapies including Reiki Therapy, SomaEnergetics© Tuning Fork Therapy, + Crystal Therapy.

My intention is to help her community become body-conscious; physically, mentally, spiritually, emotionally + energetically; and create an environment of healing + education; empowering her clients to take charge of their wellness.

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