About At Ease Yoga

At Ease Yoga was created with a simple hope: to offer a place where people can slow down, reconnect, and feel supported exactly as they are.

Our Story

At Ease Yoga began long before there was a studio.

It began during a season when life felt overwhelming, and yoga became more than movement. It became a place to breathe, to reconnect, and to remember what it felt like to be at home in my own body.

That experience changed the way I saw yoga. It wasn't about perfect poses or pushing harder. It was about creating space to slow down, listen, and care for myself.

Today, At Ease Yoga exists to offer that same experience to our community here in Winchester.

Our Philosophy…

  • We believe yoga begins with meeting yourself with kindness.

  • Every body is welcome. Every class includes options and encouragement to help you practice in a way that feels right for you.

  • We believe yoga is about more than movement. It's about reconnecting with yourself and finding community along the way.

Meet Our Team

Jackie Dawson

My journey with yoga began during a season when I looked like I was holding everything together on the outside, but felt overwhelmed, anxious, and disconnected on the inside. What started as a physical practice became something much deeper, a place where I could breathe, slow down, and reconnect with myself. That experience changed the way I viewed yoga and inspired me to create At Ease Yoga: a space where others can feel supported, welcomed, and at home in their own bodies. Through mindful movement, breath, and compassionate guidance, my hope is to offer the same sense of connection and ease that yoga has given me.

Founder, Owner, & RYT

Melissa DeRosier

I am a 200-hour & Yin Yoga certified yoga teacher. I am passionate about creating a welcoming space where students can slow down, reconnect, and feel supported through movement, breath, and mindfulness. My teaching is rooted in self-compassion, balance, and the belief that yoga is for every body and every stage of life. Outside the studio, you’ll often find me enjoying time outdoors, hiking, biking, traveling, spending time with my family and dogs, or continuing my education as I work toward my Bachelor of Social Work degree. I look forward to sharing the practice of yoga and creating space for strength, peace, and connection both on and off the mat.

200 RYT

I am a 500-hour Registered Yoga Teacher and Certified Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT), with a passion for creating supportive and inclusive spaces where students can connect with themselves through movement, breath, and mindfulness. My own yoga journey began as a way to move my body differently and build physical strength, but I discovered a practice that offered so much more. Yoga became a place where I could find balance, grounding, and a deeper connection to myself.My teaching is rooted in a trauma-informed approach, with a focus on creating classes where students of all levels feel seen, supported, and welcomed. I believe yoga is a practice of curiosity, connection, and coming home to yourself.

500 RYT, C-IAYT

Christina Chaney

I am a 200-hour certified yoga teacher with additional certifications in pre/postnatal yoga and SUP yoga. My yoga journey began in 2016 while navigating anxiety and postpartum depression, and I quickly discovered a practice that offered so much more than physical movement. Yoga became a source of grounding, resilience, and connection that supported me through seasons of change, grief, and uncertainty. My teaching is rooted in creating an inclusive and welcoming space where students of all backgrounds and experience levels feel supported. Outside the studio, you’ll find me spending time with my husband, three children, and our golden retriever in Old Town Winchester. I love hiking, camping, live music, and traveling with my family. I look forward to flowing with you!

200 RYT

Brandie Leonard

I am a 200-hour certified yoga teacher, and my yoga journey began in 2017 as a way to find steadiness during the chaos of work and school. What started as a physical outlet quickly became a grounding practice that continues to support my mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing. My teaching is rooted in connection, not perfection. I believe yoga should meet you where you are, offering space to challenge yourself, release what no longer serves you, and leave feeling a little stronger, a little clearer, and more like yourself. Outside the studio, I work full-time as a Pathologists’ Assistant and enjoy spending time with my husband and our Great Pyrenees, Gracie.

200 RYT

Brittney Schrock

From the natural light to the blankets and bolsters waiting for you, every detail of the studio was chosen with intention. We hope you'll feel at home from the moment you walk through the door.

Whether you're joining your first yoga class or returning to a familiar practice, we'd love to welcome you.

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