Reviews

“Michelle is INCREDIBLE! I’ve been practicing yoga with her since moving to Union in 2019 and am so grateful that she travels to US and has so many different offerings available.

Her classes cater to all ages, body types and levels and always has her yogis in mind when talking through modifications or ways to deepen a stretch. She is incredibly mindful when conducting her classes and I am so grateful to have her in our community.

I highly recommend any of her classes whether you’re a local or just passing through town!”

- Sarah, Alderbrook Resort and Spa and Virtual Yoga Student, Union, WA

“I have been to the last two yoga sessions, including the full moon session, which was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had, and love attending. Also to couple a few years ago, outside.  You are a wonderful teacher.”

- Karri, Alderbrook Resort and Spa Student, Union, WA

“I am truly grateful to Michelle's yoga at Alderbrook, especially the breathing exercises. They helped me tremendously in getting back to normal breathing after side effects from a bone marrow transplant, along with the meditation and mindfulness practices.”

- Linda, Alderbrook Resort and Spa and Alderbrook Golf and Yacht Club Student, Union, WA

“Hi Michelle I just wanted to write a quick THANK YOU for your lovely class held at Alderbrook Monday morning. I am a local but was on a “mom getaway” overnight at Alderbrook and was able to attend your class. I have a deep love for yoga but making it to classes between work and kid life is pretty non existent right now, so online is all I have. It was a truly lovely class and such a pleasure. Thank you so much!”

— Melissa, Alderbrook Resort and Spa Guest

“Michelle is a joy to work with. Professional and passionate about her work, Michelle brings a lightness and energy to her clients that is hard to match! I would recommend her without hesitation for anyone looking for their next Yoga instructor.”

— Elizabeth, Alderbrook Resort and Spa Employee, Union, WA

“Hi Michelle I just wanted to write a quick THANK YOU for your lovely class held at Alderbrook Monday morning. I am a local but was on a “mom getaway” overnight at Alderbrook and was able to attend your class. I have a deep love for yoga but making it to classes between work and kid life is pretty non existent right now, so online is all I have. It was a truly lovely class and such a pleasure. Thank you so much!”

— Melissa, Alderbrook Resort and Spa Guest

“Such a wonderful teacher! She is so sweet and nice too! I love her classes!”

— Nicole, Joonbug Yoga Student, Belfair, WA

“Michelle Pugh is a world-class yoga instructor tucked away in Shelton, Washington (2 hrs from Seattle). I work in Seattle and consequently practice with many different teachers in downtown Seattle (who all teach differently) -- but it is my weekend yoga classes with Michelle and her staff that I really look forward to every week. If every beginning yoga student had the opportunity to be taught by someone of Michelle's caliber, that student would vow to practice yoga forever! You read Michelle's bio, you can easily see that her knowledge of physical wellness is very deep but what her bio cannot describe is how authentic, accessible and humble she is as a yoga instructor, and a human being. Many people who are curious about yoga, don't want to take that first yoga class because they are intimidated by the hyped-up celebrity voyeurism surrounding yoga. Forget about all that nonsense - Michelle and her staff strip away "labels" pinned on yoga, and that is symbolic of true world-class yoga instructors. Thanks to yoga and amazing, grounded teachers like Michelle, I'm in better shape physically and emotionally at age 54 than I was at age 20. Michelle teaches yoga to everyone from children to the seasoned practitioner (she can do it all). We're blessed to have her and her staff in this small town on the Olympic Peninsula - really blessed!”

— Cecelia, Joonbug Yoga Student, Shelton, WA

“For anyone who has never tried yoga [or even for those who have], Michelle is a perfect guide into the practice. I so look forward to sessions with her, and always feel like a million bucks at the end." 

— Sarah, Washington State Labor and Industries Student, Tumwater, WA

"Michelle has a beautiful style of teaching! Our members love her classes. She has the perfect temperament for teaching yoga, and beginners as well as experts benefit from her class." 

— Sandy, Joonbug Yoga Student, Lacey, WA

"This is my Yoga instructor, Michelle. She has a gentle but thorough technique that never leaves me lost or feeling out of my league. Try her! ..." 

— Mary, Joonbug Yoga Student, Shelton, WA

"Woo! Hoo! Gotta love Michelle and my yoga pals!" 

— Lindy, Joonbug Yoga Student, Shelton, WA

"Michelle is the friendliness yoga instructor I've ever known. I always feel welcome there." 

— Anonymous, Joonbug Yoga Student, Shelton, WA

"I love getting my OM on with Michelle Pugh." 

— Anonymous, Joonbug Yoga Student, Shelton, WA

"This is the way to find the meaning of Namaste!" 

— Anonymous, Joonbug Yoga Student, Shelton, WA

"Take a lovely on-property restorative yoga class by Joonbug Yoga. Her warm energy and inviting smile together will brighten your day. Perfect for a morning refresher before brunch!" 

— Sami, Joonbug Yoga Student at Alderbrook Resort and Spa, Union, WA