Reese Patterson is a passionate yoga instructor with four years of experience, a Thai yoga massage practitioner for three years, and a Pilates instructor since October 2024. She holds a 200ytt teacher certification from Updog Yoga Rochester, a Thai yoga massage certification from The Trap Yoga Studio, and Pilates training from Hot Yoga Ferndale. Currently teaching at The Iron Sanctuary in Flint, Michigan, Reese loves working with children and building community. Committed to her craft, Reese founded Private Yoga Teachers (PYT), a coalition of yoga instructors that fosters collaboration, sharing experiences, and providing resources and opportunities. She aims to train future yoga instructors, integrate Reiki into her practice, and give back to the Flint community while expanding her reach nationally through travel instruction. Reese has organized her own yoga retreat, "Back to Life Yoga Retreat 2023," and taught at "Barefoot and Free 2022, 2023," along with conducting various classes and events across Michigan. Vinyasa and Yin yoga styles hold a special place in her heart, as they have helped her find peace amidst chaos.
