Lena Hershey
Lena had practiced yoga for almost two decades before deciding to go through the 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training and never looked back.
The perpetual student, Lena has completed additional 300 hours of yoga teacher training and became an E-RYT500. Having taken countless workshops and training intensives since then, you will often hear her say that there is no such thing as “enough education”.
Lena also obtained a NASM Personal Training, Pilates Reformer, Spinning and TRX Suspension Training certifications and taught those modalities at one point or another in her career in wellness.
She strongly believes that yoga is for absolutely everyone. A life-long “anatomy geek”, Lena strives to bring the respect for her students’ physical individuality and unique personal story of each student to her every class.
Brandon Agerton
Brandon is a Reiki Master at Anahata with a passion for holistic health and energy work. Born and raised in Mechanicsburg, PA he spent 20 years working in the motorcycle industry before discovering the benefits of energy work during his recovery from drugs and alcohol. He was soon called to start his Reiki training under the guidance of Rev. Rachel Schwab.
Today, as a Reiki Master, Brandon brings his extensive knowledge and experience in energy work to his clients at Anahata. He is dedicated to helping others on their own healing journeys, empowering them to achieve balance and harmony in their lives. With his gentle and compassionate approach, Brandon creates a safe and nurturing space where his clients can experience deep relaxation, release of emotional blockages, and a renewed sense of well-being.
You will often find him working at our retail boutique during the day, or representing Anahata at festivals and events.
Melissa Jones
Melissa was born and raised in Brush Valley and considers herself a transplant to Central PA since 1999. She moved to Carlisle in 2023. Melissa has been a registered nurse for 25 years. In 2020, she started on her weight loss journey. When her support group set up an Aerial Yoga class, she signed up. During Savasana at the end of her first class, she was overcome by emotion…the juxtaposition of the feeling of weightlessness while at her heaviest. She was “hooked” ever since and has continued taking classes on a regular basis.
Melissa has trained with Lena Hershey at Anahata School of Yoga & Mindful Movement to become an Aerial Yoga Teacher. Her goal is to share the fun and joy that Aerial Yoga has brought to her life, proving that exercise does not have to feel like a workout! “Aerial Yoga is for anyone…regardless of shape, size, or fitness level,” Melissa says.
At Anahata, Melissa teaches Beginner Aerial Yoga Classes on Thursdays and Sundays at 6:00 pm. See our class schedule for more details.
Kenneth-Michael
Music and Sound have been the foundation, the refuge, and the haven for Kenneth-Michael throughout his entire Life. Whether he was singing in choirs or weddings, listening to vinyl, or conducting his imaginary orchestra (when he was five!), these were his happiest places and times. A graduate of the Soundwise Health Associates Sound School, he believes everyday is an opportunity to Love and create Joy through Sound. As a sound practitioner, he lets Love flow through his instruments whenever he plays and truly desires Sound be a gateway to Healing and Health for everyone. He invites all those persons who are harried, busy, and overwhelmed to receive, so their bodies, minds and Hearts can drop into the peaceful energy of Self-Care and Healing.
At Anahata, Kenneth-Michael offers monthly Sound Meditation experiences on the 1st Sunday of every month. See our schedule of events for more details.
Jennifer Rabenstein
Jennifer has been mesmerized by the healing abilities of henna. She mixes all the henna she uses herself, connects with the individual receiving, allows the energy to intuitively guide an artistic expression that is filled with meanings and messages that she can give some insight, and more importantly can be reflected on by the receiver for days or weeks. There is a lot behind henna from its history, uses, science, mixing, and more, all of which Jennifer has been studying through different outlets and is certified through the International Certification for Natural Henna Arts. The henna ingredients Jennifer uses are: Organic raj henna powder, water (rose or moon), lemon juice, sugar, and essential oils (lavender, cajaput, and/or eucalyptus).
At Anahata, Jennifer is a guest presenter and offers workshops and special events featuring henna art. See our class schedule for more details.