WELLNESS INSTRUCTORS

Your Wellness Instructors

Debbie Sheme is the proud owner of the Pilates Yoga Loft in Saint Augustine, FL. Also, she is the owner of Sanibel Pilates & Yoga on Sanibel Island, FL. She is married to her husband Mark for over 20 years. Debbie absolutely loves being a mom and enjoys all the kids she mentors in her life. She is very passionate about empowering clients with health and wellness at her studios as well as guest teaching at many locations in the US. 

Debbie's Ballet, modern dance and Pilates background grew at the University of Arts in Philadelphia, PA in concentration in dance and choreography. She danced professionally for many years but now finds her greatest joy in teaching others. As an educator, Ms. Sheme draws on many years of experience! She traveled and studied internationally and received her first 200 Hour E-RYT certification with Yoga Energy School -Yoga Alliance in Greece. Debbie received her 300 E-RYT with Yoga Teacher Academy - Yoga Alliance in the state of California. Debbie is a 500 Hour E-RYT YACEP, and a RYS school with Yoga Alliance. She is the lead teacher trainer for the Pilates Yoga Loft 200HR teacher training certifications, continuing educations courses, and Aerial Yoga teacher trainer nationally with Yoga Alliance. Debbie also is the owner of Freedom 2 Be You Health and Wellness Retreats. She offers multiple yoga wellness retreats yearly through out the United States. Also, her studios in Saint Augustine are officially RYS registered Yoga & Pilates schools with Yoga Alliance. Debbie is a certified Pilates instructor, Pilates Reformer teacher and holds certifications in Ayurveda Medicine, Yoga Therapy, Reiki Master, SUP Yoga, Aerial Yoga, Modern dance, Ballet and is a Wellness Advocate for the company doTerra. Debbie has graduated from Cornell University with her Certificate in Wellness Coaching with a focus on Client-Directed Counseling. Debbie also is a student at University of Arizona online global campus, working on her Psychology degree and master in Yoga studies. Debbie teachers at the Loft and also she guest teaches and offers YTT and master classes through out the United States. Debbie is super excited to now call Saint Augustine, Florida her home.

Stephanie is a 200 hour ERYT in Vinyasa and Hatha Yoga with Yoga Alliance and Sanibel Pilates & Yoga. She received her yoga certification in 2016. As a yoga instructor, Steph strives to help beginners in yoga feel comfortable in class, learn essential postures, and ensure a safe practice for everyone. Steph enjoys teaching Beach Yoga, Yoga Nidra, Vinyasa, Gentle Yoga, and Pilates Mat classes. Besides Stephanie completing her 200hr yoga teacher certification she holds Aerial Yoga Level I and II certifications and Pilates Mat & Reformer Certification with the Pilates Yoga Loft and Transcend Yoga.

Stephanie graduated with Cum Laude at Everglades University in Sarasota with a Bachelors of Science degree in Alternative Medicine. She is excited to share all of her knowledge about holistic health and wellness with her students. Stephanie is the studio’s plant-based chef for the Loft’s Health and Wellness Retreats. Her plant-based cuisine and talent in the culinary arts started at a young age. She has been a manager and head chef at several vegan cafes on Sanibel Island, FL, St. Armand’s Circle, FL and Sarasota, FL for many years. Stephanie brings lots of love to her clients with her amazing cooking and brings fun and positive energy to her classes.

Stephanie has graduated from Cornell University with her Certificate in Wellness Coaching with a focus on Client-Directed Counseling. She is excited to create personalized, wellness plans to help her clients reach their goals.

She is excited to now be living in Saint Augustine Florida. Stephanie was awarded the first paid internship program at the Pilates Yoga Loft as the studio manager and full-time assistant working along side our wellness director Debbie Sheme. When you call the studio Stephanie is one of the voices you will hear. She is happy to speak with you and answer any questions you may have. She looks forward to seeing you at beach yoga and at our next upcoming retreat and at the Loft. Namaste!

Media Marketing Manager and Content Creator - Whether she is filming at the studio or on the Freedom 2 Be You retreats by providing her social media/marketing/content skills. Stephanie is always has her camera gear set up and/or an iPhone in her hand. She is a great multitasker, so even if she’s posting away, know she’s beyond grateful to be sharing a space with you. She will continue to heal & grow with our company.

Ellie Roddy is excited to be joining the Pilates Yoga Loft team as our Program Developer. Ellie graduated with her 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training certification with the Pilates Yoga Loft in 2020. Ellie has taught virtual yoga at Pilates Yoga Loft since 2021. Ellie is also a performing artist, and is pursuing her career of musical theatre as she travels nationally sharing her talents on stage. She adores acting, singing and dancing for many great shows all around the country. Fun fact about Ellie is that she is an animal lover and is a dedicated yogini with her personal yoga practice. Ellie is excited to be a part of the team and helping with expanding the Pilates Yoga Loft's vision of holistic wellness with developing programs.