About Us
Erika Leslie is a fun, energetic, free spirited person who enjoys guiding others in their journey of yoga. Her focus on positive energy, and a supportive, encouraging class environment, makes Sunrise Yoga a popular choice for Door County residents and visitors alike. "Yoga is about the journey within ourselves, connecting our mind, body, and spirit. Our mind may have limitations, but our spirit is limitless. Yoga encourages each person to live moment by moment and breath by breath. Enjoying every step along the way."
Erika has her teaching certification through Yoga Alliance along with her Teaching Assistant certification. She has continued her yoga study through Journey Into Power - Baron Baptiste Level 1 teacher training. Erika continues to explore different styles of yoga and training to complement the power yoga practice. She is also certified in Level 1 and Level 2 Reiki, which is a method of stress reduction and relaxation that also promotes healing.
Lori Rasmussen is a former health and fitness professional and first discovered yoga about ten years ago in her hometown of Huntsville, AL. “I have always loved dance and movement and was immediately captivated by the beauty of yoga. What fascinates me most isn’t just the grace and strength of the individual poses, but the importance of how mindfully we move from one pose to another.” Lori completed teacher training in Huntsville and taught there for over five years.
Lori recently moved to Sturgeon Bay with her husband and is excited to teach at Sunrise Yoga. “In my opinion, yoga is the richest, most versatile and rewarding form of exercise there is; but of course, it isn't just exercise. It nourishes your whole being. The physical benefits are obvious, but the more subtle changes that occur within are the most beautiful thing. Yoga gives us tools to live a better life and to be more understanding of ourselves and others. It is truly a gift.”
Lori is passionate about helping people live healthier, happier lives.
Kathy Birmingham has 26 years of experience as a Certified Medical Assistant, where she worked in the medical clinic setting of Family Practice Medicine and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine. Kathy is also certified as a Personal Trainer, and is American Heart Medical C.P.R. certified. Kathy is a native of Sturgeon Bay, where she currently lives with her husband Thad and they have two awesome daughters.
Kathy brings about wellness in a way that shares her positive, upbeat energy along with a calm, compassionate joy, to help bring peace and harmony into the lives of those around her. She is committed to sharing this with students at all levels of ability, encouraging a deeper awareness and appreciation for the body, mind and for the Self.
Kathy describes Yoga as “a discipline for the body and soul. Yoga will strengthen your in both body and spirit.”
242 Michigan Street - Suite 302 Sturgeon Bay, WI 54235 (920) 493-1799
