Stacy VanOrnum
500-Hour Registered Yoga Teacher (E-RYT 500)
Owner & Founder of The Yoga Branch
Hi, I’m Stacy.
Yoga found me at just the right time in my life, and I’ve been grateful ever since.
What began as a way to reconnect with movement became something much deeper—a practice that continues to teach me about slowing down, breathing through life’s challenges, and finding joy in everyday moments.
Today, it’s an honor to share that journey with others through The Yoga Branch. Whether you’re stepping onto a yoga mat for the very first time or returning after years away, I hope you’ll feel welcomed exactly as you are.
🌿 My Journey
Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of teaching thousands of yoga classes, mentoring new teachers, leading wellness retreats, and building two Yoga Branch studios. Along the way, I’ve learned that yoga isn’t about mastering poses—it’s about creating a space where people feel comfortable enough to simply begin.
Whether I’m teaching a Monday evening class, leading a retreat, or welcoming someone to their very first yoga experience, my goal is always the same: to help people feel seen, supported, and encouraged.
Even while balancing a full-time career outside of The Yoga Branch, my heart has always been here—in this community and in the incredible people who continue to walk through our doors.
🌿 A Few Milestones
🧘 15+ years of teaching yoga
🏡 Founder of two Yoga Branch studio locations
🌿 Thousands of classes taught
🌸 Leader of wellness retreats across Minnesota—and beyond
🍃 Mentor to aspiring yoga teachers
💼 Full-time legal manager while growing The Yoga Branch community
“The greatest compliment I can receive isn’t that someone touched their toes—it’s that they felt welcomed the moment they walked through our doors.”
