YWCA announces new yoga instructor

VW independent/submitted information

The YWCA of Van Wert welcomes Teresa Schalois to its staff as a yoga instructor.

Schalois is a Van Wert native who has taught in the fitness industry for the past 36 years. Her first full time job at the YWCA in Van Wert was s HPER (Health, Physical Education and Recreation) director, where she was educated and certified in numerous realms of fitness and aquatics.

Schalois is a licensed massage therapist and has been practicing since 1988. Throughout the past 36 years, she has completed previous training/certifications through AFAA, IDEA and ACE in aerobic, senior fitness, personal training, and yoga.

She currently owns her own therapeutic massage business and is a fashion stylist with CAbi. Schalois’ whole life has been centered on helping people look and feel their best. She will be teaching yoga classes Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 9 a.m., Tuesday evenings at 5:45 p.m., and Wednesdays at 12:15 p.m.

The YWCA of Van Wert County is currently accepting memberships. Call for additional information on classes. Business hours are Monday-Thursday, 6:30 a.m.-7 p.m.; and Fridays, 6:30 a.m. until 1 p.m.

The YWCA is a United Way and Van Wert County Foundation funded agency.