Natalie opened the doors to Ashes to Bones in 2021 as a means to join the community together in a space that offers each student the ability to move, breathe, and grow. Natalie began practicing yoga at the age of 19 and earned her RYT 200 certification in 2019. Her teaching style is both challenging and playful, as she loves to push her students with creative and engaging flow sequences and reflects her philosophy that yoga is about freedom, fun, and self-expression.

She encourages her students to explore their practice in their own way and is rooted in the belief that yoga is more than just a physical practice—it's a way to show up authentically. What draws her to the mat is the opportunity to completely be yourself and be free from judgment, and she strives to foster that same sense of acceptance and empowerment for everyone who steps into her studio.

Jeff began his journey to transforming his life through the practice of yoga in 2012. After struggling to find work-life balance in his daily routine, he realized yoga’s life-changing physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual effects. Since then, he has made it his passion to share that with others and unite those who are striving to be the best version of themselves. He fully believes in empowering others to have a deeper respect for their bodies, minds, and quality of their lives. His classes range from foundational to challenging to restful to functional while weaving in yoga’s traditional Eastern roots and he is all about that cold towel life at the end of class!

He received his RYT200 certification in Costa Rica and his Animal Flow certification in Atlanta. Jeff has served as a U.S. Marine for over 20 years, loves cooking and traveling the world, and enjoys reading, painting, and studying astrophysics. His mantra is “Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu” - May my words, thoughts, and actions contribute to the happiness of all beings everywhere.

Lauren Alivia found yoga at a young age, during a tumultuous time in her life. Searching for healing, she found a home in the practice of Power Vinyasa in downtown Raleigh, and the obsession was born. She graduated from One Heart Yoga just a year and a half after her first class in a studio and has since dedicated her days to learning and sharing the practice with depth and passion ~ studying Hatha, Vinyasa, Yin, Ashtanga & Rocket Yoga, Thai, hand balancing, partner acrobatics, meditation and breath work practices. 

As a teacher, Lauren has gained over 10 years experience in a variety of studios and gyms across North Carolina, Montana, Georgia and Puerto Rico - instructing students of all ages, goals, and experience levels. Lauren geeks out on anatomically sound movement patterns, alignment, mobility for functionality, and all of the many things the body is capable of. Her teaching methodology is rooted in helping students shed fear and attachments - to realizing that our greatest limitations are the ones we create in our own minds. 

When not teaching she can usually be found hanging out upside down, surfing or skating around the island. Lauren is an ACE certified personal trainer, E-RYT 200 (Vinyasa & Rocket 200HR) + YACEP, and Thai Yoga/Bodywork practitioner.

Christine was first introduced to yoga during her college years, where she discovered the profound ability to bring calm to the chaos of daily life. Over the years, her passion for yoga deepened, leading her to complete both the 200-hour and 300-hour Kunga Yoga Teacher Training Programs at Wilmington Yoga Center in 2022 and 2023, respectively. Kunga Yoga’s focus on service resonated deeply with Christine’s commitment to live the practice of yoga on and off the mat.  Specializing in Restorative Yoga, Christine creates a safe and welcoming space for all levels.  Through meditative experiences, gentle movements, and supported asanas, she empowers others to find peace, calmness, and inner balance. Passionate about integrating meditation and relaxation strategies, Christine’s classes offer an invitation to connect with yourself on a deeper level, rest the body, and calm the mind.

I Believe Meredith Brooks said it right back in the late 90s when she sang, “I’m a little bit of everything all rolled into one.” Well, that’s me! I’m a yogi, a lover, a fighter, a child, a mother, a wife, and so much more. I’m incredibly lucky to be married to Tim, my partner for over 10 years. Together, we have a beautifully blended family of seven kids and two grandkids, plus our loyal Belgian Malinois, Rambo or ‘Bo’ for short, he answers to both. This may sound like a lot, and it is, yet I would not have my life/our life any other way. Finding my tribe here was a blessing, and I’ve been guided by intuition and faith ever since.

Starting my yoga certification course was transformative, helping me integrate yoga’s teachings into my daily life. Amidst the chaos of our busy family life, yoga has brought me peace and clarity. Friends and family have noticed the positive changes in me, often asking what’s different. The answer is simple: yoga. Yoga has become my passion, and I’m dedicated to sharing it with as many people as possible. My goal is to help others find the same peace and balance I’ve discovered. I’m grateful for the opportunity to spread light, love, and positive vibes through yoga. Even if I only reach a few people, I hope they’ll carry that positivity forward, creating a ripple effect of goodness in the world. After all, we can always use more light, love, and positive vibes, right!

Sarah Bevard’s yoga journey began in 2019 when she taught her very first class in Sneads Ferry, and since then, her passion for creating mind-body connections has only deepened. With an RYT 200 certification, Sarah specializes in gentle yoga and slow flow, focusing on the powerful connection between brain and body. She believes through mindful movement and breath, we can create a space for healing and awareness. In addition to teaching at Ashes to Bones, Sarah also leads corporate yoga and meditation, bringing balance and calm to the workplace. Whether in the studio or virtually, her classes offer a peaceful, restorative experience where you can reconnect, recharge, and find balance.

Through heart-opening yoga classes, Marissa cultivates an environment where you can find inner peace, tap into your strength, and experience personal growth. Drawing inspiration from her Bhakti yoga teachers, she weaves a sense of connection into her teaching, encouraging students to move beyond the physical asanas to explore a deeper relationship with themselves and the world around them. Marissa lives on Topsail Island in North Carolina and enjoys yoga on the beach in front of her house.