Our Story
We were blessed to have had the space at Simmons Plaza for over three years of beginning to build our Grateful Hearts Yoga community in North Crestview. We learned and grew together humbly inside those 4 green walls.
Now, at the end of our third year and the year 2021, we've been even more blessed with the opportunity to move into a bigger space just around the corner from where we were.
Our Studio
Our new studio sits off the road nestled in the trees behind the MyRVmail facility and has become a naturally serene environment to continue to grow our community & practice together.
We can't wait for you to come and experience the divine smell of the cedar barn doors mixed with the modern, urban aesthetic of our new warehouse yoga space.
With so much room to grow the possibilities of expansion of our services is endless thanks to this new location in North Crestview!
Meet Our Teachers
Gracie
Namaste! I began taking yoga classes once a week when my youngest of four children started preschool and the “me time” was finally available to me.
It wasn’t long before I realized I would forever be a student of yoga because the practice had changed me in ways I never could have imagined. That is how Grateful Hearts Yoga in Crestview was born.
It holds true today, come to your mat however you are, and the magic of yoga will transform you if you let it.
As I tell my classes, I may be your instructor but I simply make suggestions and hold the space, you have to do the work from within.
Honor your body and become the best version of yourself!
I look forward to meeting you and sharing my practice with you!
Nicole
Hi, I’m Nicole and I teach Dance Fitness & Barre!
My passion has always been dance. As a child I loved making up dances to my favorite songs, and here I am today pursuing my passion.
Dance is my happy place. It is a great way to express your emotions, stay fit, and feel balanced; mind, body, and soul.
I’ve taken classes in all styles and trained at Fred Astaire, where I had the opportunity to perform, and take lessons with some of the great professionals from Dancing With The Stars.
I am honored to be able to share my passion with you and contribute to the health, wellness, and joy of this amazing community!
Amy Q
I am a wife and mother of 5.
I enjoy yoga because it’s a good balance of meditation and exercise.
I love Mexican food, football, traveling, underdogs & babies of all kinds.
Yvette
Namaste. I am Yvette. I discovered and began practicing yoga 15 years ago when, as a new mother and military spouse, I was looking for a gentle but effective method of fitness that focused on strengthening the body through more gentle movement rather than being cardio driven and high impact oriented. What I found was a practice that not only combined graceful flows, muscle toning and was favorable to the joints; but also I practiced that encouraged listening to the body, aligning breath with movement, and turning inward to connect with the spiritual side within. Now that those little ones of mine are young adults, I recently embrace the opportunity to become a 200 hour Yoga Teacher. I am honored and blessed to be a part of the Grateful Hearts team and am so excited to lead students in their practice.
Amanda
Hi! l'm Amanda. I'm a wife, mom, hairstylist, writer, and most recently, a certified yoga teacher through GH's first teacher training program. I found yoga through therapy a few years ago and instantly fell in love with this beautiful, healing practice. Yoga, for me, is like coming home to myself. It offers a safe space where I can allow my mind and body to reconnect and process this beautiful ride called life. Outside of yoga, I enjoy all things outdoors- hiking, beaching, fishing, to name a few- baking sweet treats, snuggles with my cat, and spending quality time making memories with my family.
Susan
I'm a self described empty nester, hippie nerd! I started going to yoga because I wanted to keep my mobility as I age and to help manage stress. What I found at Grateful Hearts was so much more than I could have ever imagined. I attended yoga teacher training at Gh's in 2024 and it changed my life for the better in so many ways. I love our yoga community and I feel so fortunate to be part of it.
Grady
I’m Grady Cooper, a U.S. Air Force veteran from East Tennessee, shaped by the mountains and my deep Creek and Cherokee ancestral roots. I’m navigating life with chronic illness and a whole lot of determination. I share my story to help others feel seen, supported, and understood on their own healing journey. If my path reminds even one person that they’re not alone, it’s worth it.
Joanne
Joanne Klepal is the founder of Live Your Yellow Brick Road and YogaMeetsU.com. She specializes in personal transformation, helping women move through change, break free from feeling stuck, and create lives rooted in purpose and growth. Known for her calm, grounded presence, Joanne blends the science and art of change through modalities such as NLP, hypnotherapy, energy work, breathwork, and Kundalini Yoga. She is an international best-selling author and holds multiple certifications in change management, coaching, and holistic healing.
Dey
I’m a certified yoga teacher and Buti Yoga instructor, blending mindful movement with empowering energy. My goal is to create a space where everyone feels welcome—especially those who think yoga “isn’t for them.” Whether you’re moving through a tough season or stepping on the mat for the very first time, you belong here.
Let’s breathe, move, and share magical energy together. ✨
Krystle
Hi my name is Krystle and I teach Buti Yoga at Grateful Hearts!
I am a mother of 5 beautiful kids and my dog! I am an Army Veteran working as a Physical Therapist Assistant and Yoga instructor at 7th SFG.
Caitlin
Caitlin is a certified Pilates and Barre instructor with Kat Barre Method. She empowers clients to build strength, resilience and confidence through fun, effective classes. Passionate about community, Caitlin organizes special Pilates events for everyone to connect and celebrate movement together. She loves seeing clients leave her classes feeling uplifted and inspired!
Somi
A dynamic and adventurous yoga instructor! Originally from Iran, I spent 12 years living in Finland before embarking on a new adventure and immigrating to the United States. I love to push myself out of my comfort zone, which is why I have taken the brave step of moving countries twice. With 3 years of experience teaching yoga in both Persian and Finnish languages, I am committed to offering power and vinyasa classes that challenge my students to reach their fullest potential. Aerial yoga is one of my personal favorite forms of exercise, adding a playful and unique element to my practice. My passion for travel and meeting new people has allowed me to immerse myself in different cultures and languages, which I believe has enriched my teaching style and ability to connect with others.
Misty
Yo, my name is Misty Peterson this crazy journey we call life has led me here. I am a Florida native. Born in Fort Walton Beach.
I navigate this journey with my partner of 15 yrs Mike Connors. We have one son Jaxon Connors and 4 furry babies. 36 years young redefining my health after many years of suffering from Ulcerative Colitis.
Diagnosed in 2010 went through many doctors, tests, medications. After 2 years of battling my colon became septic. At 24 I was told it would need to be removed. I went through 3 surgeries, 2 years with a colostomy, multiple hospital visits.
In 2014 I was lucky enough to find a doctor to install a J-Pouch ( look it up they're pretty cool).
Since then I have spent my time learning more about food and how it directly connects to our health. Im excited to help other do the same.
Erin
Erin started attending classes at GH's in 2020 and received her 200hr training certification through Siddhi International. Erin started her practice initially to help prevent injuries during her running and now has built yoga into her daily routine. Outside of the studio you can find her on a run or at the bouldering gym!