Our Team
Nicole Ekin (Founder, Instructor)
Local wife and mom with a passion for yoga. I moved to Kitsap in 1996 from a little town called Los Angeles with a thirst for life less concrete and harried, and a zest for adventure. I have been a yogi for almost as long as I have been a Washingtonian- and wish I had discovered it sooner let me tell you.
My dedication to yoga as a lifestyle really took hold when I was failing at life- working an impossible job as Charge Nurse in the ER, mom of 3 little kids and going through some major and hard life changes. Yoga kept me grounded and healthy in ways I will forever be grateful for. When I am not on the mat, I love to spend my time with my family, traveling locally and abroad, creating deliciousness in the kitchen, reading whatever I can devour, painting with acrylics, gardening and living sustainably, listening to live music, and trying to create a healthier and authentic life for all around me.
I can honestly say, that while I have revived many in the Emergency Room, being a yoga instructor is where I have really helped heal people. The old adage says, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. In my experience, that is SO true!!
My classes are hot and challenging- infused with positivity and some upbeat jams. Bring your cross fit friends, your iron-man loving neighbor, your spouse that thinks yoga is only for women. Come check us out- flexibility not required.
hot vinyasa, power vinyasa
Danielle Arias (Studio Director, Instructor)
A transplant from NYC to the Kitsap Pennisula by way of Seattle, Danielle found yoga to be instrumental in her longevity as a public school teacher. The practice gave her such a vitality for life, and ability to pause and respond rather than react in the classroom. Not wanting to keep all of the benefits to herself, she decided to bring meditation, and then pranayama and asana to her students in school, starting first with her mentor group and then building out a yoga club, and later a class in the school. She then fully immersed herself in yoga teaching and pursued her 200hr training at Yoga Vida NYC.
When not at the studio, Danielle joyfully homeschools her two children, teaches outdoor nature immersion classes for kids and is blessed to walk with others in their health journey as a holistic health coach.
Danielle holds certifications: E-RYT 500, YACEP
hot vinyasa, hot slow flow, mat pilates, intro to reformer pilates, reformer pilates, barre
Gonca Tabanli
Turkish girl in Washington from Hawaii, mommy and yoga lover!After the birth of her daughter, Gonca started seeking for something to rejuvenate her body and state of mind. Her journey in yoga started in 2014 after attending the Mom & Baby workshop. The mantra “everything is temporary” during Vinyasa Fusion class, strengthened her daily commitment to yoga. Through her daily practice, Gonca has renewed her state of mind and strengthened her physical well-being, resulting in a more confident and youthful person that is ready to inspire others to achieve the same. With the support of family and her teacher’s faith in her, Gonca completed her 200HR Yoga Teacher Training at YOGA4EWA in February of 2017 under the guidance of Tasha Kauihou. She still attends Ashtanga and Vinyasa classes to grow and learn more. Gonca is so excited to share her yoga love with her students at THREE SIX OM. "I'd like to show my students the power of yoga so they can believe in themselves, and do anything they put their minds to.”
Hot vinyasa, Hot Slow Flow, reformer pilates
Sandee Watson
Sandee began practicing yoga in 2011 to manage stress and gain flexibility. As a long-distance runner at thetime, she thought of yoga as a gentle stretching exercise program. That first class was a humbling experience and she fell in love with it as a sustainable fitness practice that always provides room for personal growth and physical improvement. Yoga challenges the mind, body and spirit! Sandee’s own fitness journey has included a great variety of activities but she has found nothing like yoga, barre and pilates to build mental focus, grow confidence, and increase lean mass and muscular flexibility. Sandee completed the 200-hour yoga teacher training in a 3-week immersion course on the Big Island of Hawaii where she studied asanas and delved deep into the philosophy and history of this ancient practice.
“A favorite concept of mine, taken from the ancient Yoga Sutras, is sthira sukha, which loosely translates to effort and ease. It is my reminder to find that balance each day both on and off the mat and practicing yoga helps us build that muscle. As a teacher, I hope to meet all students where they are and offer an environment where yoga is accessible but challenging with opportunity for everyone to discover, grow and get a great physical and mental workout! When not teaching or practicing at 36OM I work as an insurance broker to architects and engineers and enjoy exploring all of the natural beauty in the PNW mountains, forests and waterways.”
mat pilates, barre
Angie Capilli
Always amused by the absolute brilliance in an ever-evolving yoga practice, I am amazed that I've been practicing for over 20 years and teaching for nearly half of that. A lover of travel, I've also integrated yoga into my adventures to places both near and far; attending many retreats and workshops in addition to my 200+ hour Vinyasa Yoga Foundation Training in Los Angeles. I am intrigued by the transformations people experience on both a physical and spiritual level as they venture through this powerful and intelligent journey. In yoga, I tend to focus on belonging to a community of living, laughing, and receptive seekers who come prepared to experience and grow. I extract as many of the benefits of yoga as I can into my professional life as a middle school educator and my personal life as a parent of two fantastic children and as a wife to a fellow yogi. Angie is a former Coast Guard and recently added Reformer Pilates to her teaching repertoire.
Angie is certified 500HR RYT
Intro to reformer pilates, reformer pilates, hot vinyasa
Laura Genton
PNW born and raised, I grew up on the rough side of Tacoma and have searched for escape and adventure ever since. I’ve discovered that you don’t always have to go far to find what you’re looking for. Always drawn to the weird and extreme, I started taking pole dancing and aerial classes in my 20’s, and yoga was recommended as a way to build flexibility in addition. I was hooked from my first class and was a devoted Bikram practitioner for more than a decade. After three kids, it was also how I returned home to a body I recognized and felt strong in again.
I completed two 200hr teacher trainings concurrently for certification in both Hatha and Vinyasa style yoga in 2018 and began teaching soon after. I’ve taught at many studios in the South Sound, in addition to less traditional spaces such as parks, taprooms and workplaces. I strive to create classes that enable a deep connection with your body, a sense of challenge and accomplishment, deeper meaning, and plenty of levity because yoga should feel like playtime—important, but not too serious!
Laura holds certifications: E-RYT 200, RYT 500, YACEP
Hot vinyasa, power vinyasa, yin, power barre, intro to reformer pilates
Donna Bosh
Raised in Kitsap, wife, mother of three, business owner and fitness enthusiast with 28+ years teaching group exercise.
A combination of fortunate circumstances, adventure, meaningful relationships and love for the outdoors, led me to experience yoga for the first time while living and recreating in Mammoth Lakes California. 24 years young at the time Yoga became a staple. As I began to feel the transformation yoga had given me, I felt inspired to share the gift of yoga with others. I earned my teaching certification through Yoga fit in 2000, specializing in Hatha and Vinyasa. I create a fun and safe, non-competitive space for students to dive beneath the surface of their daily lives to find deeper meaning and inspiration. A long time Kitsap County local, I am honored to be a part of this beautiful new space and more importantly help to bring balance, awareness, health, and happiness into other's lives I hope students leave class feeling refreshed, strengthened, inspired and sweaty!
hot yoga sculpt
Crissy Anderson
Crissy is a licensed marriage and family therapist and a registered yoga teacher, having completed her 200-hour YTT at 36OM. In her private practice, Crissy works with adolescents, adults and families and specializes in eating disorders and embodiment work.
Crissy initially found Yoga as a practice to reduce burnout, and over the years has come to deeply appreciate the multitude of ways in which it supports vitality, wellbeing, embodiment and her spiritual path. It is a dream come true to now be able to integrate a therapy background with Yoga and to be a part of the incredible 36OM community.
everybody yoga, teen yoga, vinyasa
Kathryn Cartwright
barre sculpt, dance sculpt
Steffanie Steffanson
Steffanie Steffanson is a NASM-certified trainer, 200-hour certified yoga instructor, and experienced group fitness instructor with over eight years in the industry. A Navy spouse and mom of two, she brings her background in strength training and group fitness—along with experience as an advanced Les Mills instructor—into every class.
Steffanie leads Pilates, barre, and yoga sessions that are strong, energetic, and empowering, helping students tone, sculpt, build strength, and improve balance, leaving them feeling confident and uplifted.
mat pilates, barre
Julia Levengood
Julia found yoga as a young adult & has been practicing with the Kitsap community since 2015. She trained in Boulder, CO with Bodhi Yoga Academy, studying under Sam Vetrano, Irene Pappas & Victoria Renfro.
In her classes, she hopes to inspire you to cultivate both self-awareness & surrender through practicing presence, self-observation, and self-acceptance; intentionally strengthening connection to self and opening the channels for free-flowing energy throughout the body. Come as you are, leave feeling lighter.
hot vinyasa
Erin Quinn
A native upstate NY-er, Erin moved to Kitsap 8 years ago and has found home here amongst the mountains, sea, and trees. A long time trauma-informed educator, she found the practice of yoga to be an incredible way to ground and heal as she helped children do the same. Originally studying to teach kiddos, she went on to study in Bali at Blooming Lotus Yoga under the guidance of Lily Goncalves receiving a 200 HR yoga and 100 HR meditation certification. She also completed another 200 HR throughout the pandemic with Authentic Movements, which inspired many of the creative flows she incorporates into her vinyasa classes. Erin was drawn to the healing vibrations of sound through a mentor and friend, and has fallen in love with sharing the magic of sound baths with others. A school counselor now, Erin incorporates yoga, breath work, sound healing, journaling, and somatic healing into the work she does both on and off of the mat. Whether you join her for Yin, Hot Vinyasa, or a workshop expect to leave feeling recharged, empowered, and reminded of your own ability to grow and heal. She’s beyond grateful to work in a community where she can learn and grow alongside her very inspiring co-workers.
Hot vinyasa, yin + Sound healing, reformer pilates
Michelle Townsend
As a mother, hairstylist and local business owner. I sought out yoga as a way to strengthen my body, manage stress and ensure longevity in my career. What I discovered was so much more profound and served as a catalyst for change in a very transformative time in my life. I’m so excited to be a part of 36OM as this very studio was the beginning of my journey.
My wish is to create a space that allows individuals to access whatever it is they need in class. Whether it be embodied movement, rest and relaxation, or to build strength and mobility.
As a new instructor, I look forward to co- creating community and growth with the fellow practitioners in our studio.Hot yoga sculpt, yin
Jessica Roulst
Yoga has been a transformative force in Jessica’s life since her university years. It became her sanctuary, helping her calm her mind between classes and navigate a major transitional period. With over 13 years of practice and a 200-hour Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) certification, she continues to carry the principles of the 8 limbs of yoga off the mat and into every aspect of her life. For Jessica, yoga isn’t just about the asanas—it’s about finding balance, calm, and connection within.
Even when her physical practice takes a pause, Jessica flows through life with the wisdom of yoga, embracing the sense of peace, joy, and love that the practice brings. She strongly believes that practicing within a supportive community creates a safe space to connect more deeply with our souls, emphasizing the value of connection in her practice.
Jessica’s expertise in nutrition is a key part of her holistic approach to wellness. She combines her passion for yoga with her knowledge of nutrition, guiding those around her to nourish their bodies, calm their minds, and balance their souls through mindful movement and nutrient-dense eating. She empowers others to feel their best, inside and out.low and slow intro to hot yoga
Harmony Liebert
Born and raised in the heart of Sequim, WA, Harmony Liebert brings a lifelong love of movement and expression to the Studio 36om community. Now a proud resident of Kitsap County and mother of two amazing sons, Harmony balances her days as a Multi-Media Marketing Consultant for Ward Media, and her evenings and weekends teaching Pilates.
Harmony’s movement journey began in childhood through dance, studying jazz, modern, ballet, tap, Nia, and Bartinieff Fundamentals. Over time, her path led her into yoga and ultimately to Pilates, where she found a transformative connection between movement, strength, and healing.
After enduring multiple car accidents, Harmony faced chronic pain and physical setbacks—but it was through mindful movement, especially yoga and Pilates, that she began to rebuild, heal, and reconnect with her body. That healing journey became more than personal—it became a calling.
Today, Harmony is passionate about sharing the restorative power of movement with others. Her teaching style is grounded in joy, awareness, and compassion, with a focus on making Pilates accessible, empowering, and sustainable for every body. Whether you're recovering, rebuilding, or simply reconnecting with yourself, Harmony believes there is always hope—and movement is a beautiful way forward.
When she’s not in the studio or working in media, you’ll find Harmony paddle boarding, walking outdoors, enjoying salsa & bachata dance or spending quality time with her family and friends.
mat pilates, reformer pilates
Lisa Guiliani
Lisa fell in love with yoga in early 2007 during college in Northern California. After graduating from UCB with a BA in Psychology, she spent over 10 years in K-12 education as a counselor. In 2011, she became a Transcendental Meditation practitioner through the David Lynch Foundation's Quiet Time program, serving underserved youth in Bay Area schools. Her work brought her to Nashville, Tennessee, where her practice deepened at Shakti Power Yoga. Filled with a calling to share yoga's benefits, she completed her 230-hour Teacher Training at the Asheville Yoga Center in 2016 and later earned her MA in I-O Psychology from GGU.
Her psychology background allows her to create supportive learning environments and understand the mind-body connection in postures and sequencing. Lisa also has experience working alongside an applied kinesiology chiropractic doctor, offering one-on-one yoga sessions to help patients achieve healthy posture and alignment through targeted practices. Lisa's teaching style embraces Baron Baptiste's fluid, dynamic Vinyasa flow, blending the spiritual with physically empowering movements to help students from all walks of life discover their own expansive connection to practice.
Lisa also works at Teach the Future, a global non-profit teaching futures literacy in education. Learn more: teachthefuture.org
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Tanjagay Martin
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