Our Teachers

Janette Milano, RYT

Janette was looking for a complement to her rigorous running routine and stumbled upon yoga 5 years ago. Yoga provided her with the improved flexibility and strength which positively impacted her running. But what was unexpected but largely appreciated, was the calmness, clarity, and mental strength yoga revealed to her. From asanas to meditation, she strives to challenge her body and mind with every practice. She finds yoga not only a complement to her running, but a necessity in life. She took her practice to the next level by completing the 200 hour teacher training program at EEY in 2014 and is a Registered Yoga Teacher with Yoga Alliance. She looks forward to challenging the minds and bodies of all levels of students at EEY. 

Tom Padden, RYT

Tom started practicing yoga in 2006. He has always been fairly active and involved in various sports, and as a result has had his share of nicks and injuries. A friend suggested that yoga could help him with muscle flexibility and strengthening of the core. At that time, knowing nothing about yoga, he decided to give it a try. Although Tom does enjoy the physical aspects of yoga, through his practice he has learned more about breathing, how if effects the body, and how it calms both body and mind. Wanting to learn more about the yoga philosophy, psychology, and history, Tom enrolled in the East Eagle Yoga Teacher Training program. Tom graduated from the EEY Teacher Training program in 2012. Tom continues to practice yoga both on and off of the mat. He is constantly learning more about himself and his practice. Tom looks forward to helping others, no matter what level of experience, discover the many benefits of yoga. Namaste!

Casey started practicing yoga in 2016 and continued her yogic journey by completing the EEY Teacher Training program in 2022. You can find Casey teaching her lunch break classes and her weekly beloved Mommy & Me class! Casey is a mom of a beautiful daughter, manages the studio, and making jewelry! She can’t wait to see you on the mat.

Colleen Falo, RYT

Colleen started her Yogic Journey in 2015.  Her teenage daughter encouraged her to join a class with her….and the rest is history! Colleen’s passion for yoga grew and lead her to attend the Teacher Training program at East Eagle Yoga where she graduated in December 2019. Colleen teaches preschool, is married and has two daughters. She loves music, reading and yoga. Colleen looks forward to sharing her love of yoga with you.

Lisa Palumbi, RYT

“Remember that wherever your heart is, there you will find your treasure” Paulo Coehlo 

When Lisa first stepped into East Eagle Yoga in 2016, she did not own a mat and did not know what “namaste” truly meant. By the end of that first class, she had made up her mind to create a space for yoga in her life. Turning to a passion of hers, she began reading about leading a yogic lifestyle for both her and her family. Learning about the benefits of yoga, making time during the week practicing yoga both at home and in the studio, Lisa was convinced that yoga was going to be one of her treasures. 

In 2019, Lisa decided to enroll in the 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training at East Eagle, stretching her mind and body to lengths she didn’t realize she was capable. The training confirmed for her that as humans we never stop growing and learning. She appreciates the focus yoga has given her and the awareness it has brought to the delicate balance of all things in life. 

Lisa is a daughter, sister, wife, mother, friend, avid photographer and chocoholic. She loves practicing with her family and instilling in them a sense of wonder of our “one wild and precious life.”

Melissa Hanigosky, RYT

Hi I’m Melissa. I’m a 200-hour certified yoga instructor. 

I was an on-again, off-again, on-again yogi for about 10 years, taking my first yoga class in college. I remember enjoying it, and taking classes up to twice a week. Through moves and life changes, I came back to a consistent physical yoga practice when relocating to the Philadelphia area. I deepened my practice by completing my 200-hour in 2023, and couldn’t be happier as it’s created focus on my self-study and healing in many ways. 

I love to share a fun and fast flow with my classes, building strength in our bodies to build strength in our minds and actions. Everyone is welcome, and capable of so much more than they may believe. 

Come flow with me! 

Barb Taylor , RYT

Barb has enjoyed practicing yoga for decades.  Emerging from pandemic isolation, hungry for stimulation and connection, she was grateful to find a yogic home at East Eagle Yoga.  She’s a life-long seeker and student, and has deep respect for the healing power of movement, breath and mindfulness.  Barb offers beginners, as well as more seasoned yogis, a practice based on compassion, clarity, and curiosity.