Instructors

TANA Yoga Studio

Our People

Meet the teachers of TANA - a group of passionate, highly trained instructors who are also lifelong students of movement and mindfulness. Each one brings their own story, style, and heart to the mat, creating a space where everyBODY feels seen, supported, and challenged.

TANA Instructors
Amy Perona

Amy Perona

Owner | 200 RYT | Full-Time Special Education Teacher, M.S., EdD

Amy has been practicing yoga since 1999, teaching since 2013 and proudly running her own studio since 2015. Amy studied formally with Suddha Wexler, and credits many instructors over the past 26 years for shaping both her personal practice and her teaching style.  Amy's approach is a reflection of her life journey, a blend of personal growth, professional experience and the wisdom of her teachers.  Motivated by life experiences, her classes are a unique expression of where she is in the moment. She teaches with a desire to give back what this practice has given her over the years, leading by example, with compassion, presence and purpose.  

Her teaching style emphasizes thoughtful, strong movement while honoring student individuality.  “The hardest part is showing up—just walk through the door. Once you're in, you won’t regret your decision to practice.”

As a business owner, Amy is committed to maintaining balance between the demands of operating a studio while staying true to her vision of a healing and inclusive practice. TANA Yoga's mission is to create a safe space for everyBODY.  Amy has curated a small, tight knit team of highly qualified instructors who are not only dedicated to their own practice but also to living yoga off the mat.  She values community and leadership and credits her instructor team for much of TANA’s success. 

Amy values her grandfather's lessons of visibility, accessibility and customer first service.  Amy and her team are connected to their students, without them, there would be no TANA.   

This summer, Amy is proud and grateful to celebrate 10 years in business. 

Teresa Colmone

Teresa Colmone

200 RYT

Teresa has been cultivating her own practice for fifteen years.  As yoga began to transform her life, she looked for ways to deepen her practice.  In the summer of 2014 she implemented a yoga program for student athletes and in the fall she became a member of the TANAinstructors.  In the summer of 2016 Teresa completed her 200 RYT Yoga Alliance accredited teacher training at the White Lotus Foundation in Santa Barbara, California. She continues to take training courses online throughout the year. 

Yoga is one of her passions in life, and she approaches class with enthusiasm, humor, and joy. Teresa hopes to help others develop body awareness and a balance between flexibility and strength, as well as connection with their most honest self.  Teresa’s class will be filled with vinyasa-style creative sequences that not only provide many health benefits but also a sense of serenity.

Joanne Perona

Joanne Perona

200 RYT

I love to teach yoga! I began practicing yoga in the Illinois Valley in 2000 and my obsession led me to get my teaching certificate in 2017 from the White Lotus Yoga Foundation in Santa Barbara, California.  It was a comprehensive training in yoga asana, pranayama, philosophy and the art of teaching. Bonus - I lived in a yurt for 17 days in the deep canyon foothills of Santa Barbara! Since then I have been happily instructing at TANA YOGA for the past 10 years and love all the students who have come and shared their curiosity, knowledge and experiences.

My classes offer a dynamic yoga experience that blends movement, music, and mindfulness! Each class is a unique journey, designed to keep you engaged and inspired. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned Yogi, my classes are accessible, offering a perfect mix of gentle stretches, and invigorating flows. I curate a fresh playlist each time, setting the mood with upbeat tunes, calming beats, or soulful melodies, making sure no two classes ever feel the same.  It’s the perfect combination of relaxation, energy and fun -designed to make you feel good both inside and out .

Dani Claggett

Dani Claggett

200 RYT

Dani is a 200-Hour Registered Yoga Teacher who specializes in Gentle Yoga here at TANA. For her, yoga is a return to steadiness - a way to reconnect with body, mind, and spirit while releasing what no longer serves. Whenever life feels off-balance, the mat is where she finds peace and presence.

TANA is more than a studio to Dani - it’s home. It’s where she truly discovered her practice and began to understand yoga not just as movement, but as transformation. Teaching is her way of deepening that personal journey while creating space for others to experience the healing and connection yoga has given her.

A graduate of St. Bede and Loyola University with a BA in Human Resource and Business Management, Dani infuses her classes with her love of nature, healing crystals, and essential oils. She’s also the creator of Open Heart Blends - handcrafted essential oil blends designed to soothe the body, calm the mind, and open the heart.

Brandy Gilbreth

Brandy Gilbreth

Meditation

The first time I meditated I lasted less than one minute, stood up and decided ‘this is not for me.’ It was years before I’d attempt it again. But once I did, with guidance, it changed my life. I teach meditation now because with each person who finds peace, the world becomes a slightly more peaceful place for everyone else to exist. 

I’m a wife, stay at home mom to two toddler girls (Stella and Sunny), meditation guide, author (find my guided journal HERE) and co-creator of The Ripple Retreat – A Yoga and Meditation Experience. I’ve helped dozens of women slow down, nourish and reconnect to themselves as a certified Ayurvedic Wellness Coach through The Shakti School. 

Because I know the struggle mediation can be, I guide with a gentleness that allows space for newcomers and gurus alike. If you think you can’t, I promise I’ll teach you that you can. When you come to my class, I’ll present you with guided meditations rooted in finding peace and a deeper understanding of self. I’ll present you with the opportunity to be still.

Trish Nanouski-Clifford

Trish Nanouski-Clifford

YogaFit RYT 200 | ISSA PT | CFL1 | Certified Zumba Instructor | LifeCoach

Meet Trish Nanouski - Clifford , a dedicated wife, christian and mother of four amazing children. With multiple fitness certifications under her belt, she embarked on her journey in the world of fitness and health at the young age of 17, and she has been unwavering in her commitment ever since. Reaching remarkable milestones such as 121 in the world in Crossfit and receiving the two comma club award with one of the most successful nutrition/fitness companies! 

Her life's purpose is to empower others to become healthier, happier versions of themselves – not just physically, but also mentally and emotionally. Whether it's through leading a rejuvenating yoga class, an invigorating CrossFit session, or simply sharing a cup of coffee and meaningful conversation, she wholeheartedly embraces the opportunity to positively impact lives! After the tragic loss of her son,  a big part of her legacy and mission has been to create a community of support for women by women and  you can find her doing just that on Caution:  Woman Unfiltered Podcast and FB Group. When she's not inspiring others to lead active, fulfilling lives, you can find her fully immersed in anything physical – from intense workouts to tranquil hikes and long bike rides. And of course, her biggest joy comes from spending quality time with her cherished family and Frenchie Biggie. With her passion for fitness and wellness, coupled with her nurturing spirit, Trish is on a mission to uplift and motivate those around her to embrace a lifestyle that promotes overall well-being. Whether you’re new to movement or deep in your practice,Total Body with Trish meets you where you are - encouraging connection, confidence, and joy every step of the way. Come as you are. Leave stronger in every sense of the word.

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Nora Burch

200 RYT

My yoga journey began in my late teens after some health struggles with an autoimmune disease. I knew that I needed to find a gentle, low-impact way of exercising and yoga seemed appealing because of its cool shapes and mind-body connection. I was gifted the book Slim, Calm, Sexy Yoga by Tara Stiles and the rest is history.

After over 12 years of practice, I’ve learned how influential yoga can be on one’s physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health. While living in San Diego in 2018, I completed a 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training with John Quirk and a Yin Yoga Teacher Training with Ryan Glidden. I want to share the gift of yoga with others so that they realize how good it can make them feel!

I take a gentle approach in my teaching and offer modifications, mindfulness, and meditation. Yoga has become so much more than a physical practice for me. It has seeped into all aspects of my life and impacted my beliefs and opinions on many things - for the better. Most importantly, yoga has helped me find balance in life. Come practice with us and see how it can make you feel.

Nors is our SUPER sub and we couldn’t be happier to have her on the team.  Watch for Nora’s classes - you don’t want to miss an opportunity to practice with her.