Our Instructors

Meet the Team

  • Divna Miljkovic

    E-RYT500, YACEP,

    Certified Tai Chi (FAI)

  • Natalia Roberts

    RYT200

  • McKenna Stoll

    Spiritual Life Coach, Reiki Practitioner

  • Robin R Roberts

    General Manager, RYT200,

    Certified Tai Chi (FAI)

  • Nathan Sawtelle

    RYT200

  • Jack Waggon

    RYT200

  • Laura Stigen

    RYT200

  • Kay Johnson

    RYT200

  • Kathleen Pielhop

    RYT200

Divna Miljkovic E-RYT500, YACEP

Involved in fitness most of her life Divna got introduced to Yoga many years ago. Practicing Yoga became an important part of her daily schedule and changed the way she lives. Becoming the teacher helped her to learn, serve and grow equally in physical yoga practice as well as in spiritual. Yoga, Meditation and Work on Energy inside and around us became her passion. Becoming Tai Chi teacher and Reiki master was a natural continuance of her education in meditation and an energy field.

If you give her a chance to get to know you,  she will devote herself to your needs on the mat and help you to take the benefits of the same to everyday life. In her class she uses verbal directions as well as visually showing the poses to the students. You will be able to see and hear step by step the best way to go from one pose to another as Divna monitors her students while they are practicing if they should step out of the pose or go a little further to achieve maximum out of the practice.

What we learn today will benefit all of Us tomorrow.

Robin R Roberts

RYT200

Robin has studied Bikram Yoga, a form of Hatha Yoga, for nearly 20 years. He has a 200-hour certification and has taken classes in over 25 studios around the country, in Canada, Spain and the Netherlands.

He is a retired banker, spending the last 45 years in Minneapolis, and has moved to his boyhood home in La Crosse. Since returning to La Crosse, he has been elected to the Board of Directors of the People’s Food Coop and helps small business owners around the country with their financial and tax planning needs.

By being one of the least flexible (physically) yoga instructors in the world, he can appreciate your situation and can suggest alternatives to achieve your yoga goals. He has found that no matter how flexible or inflexible you are, yoga helps heal your body, mind and soul.

Nathan Sawtelle RYT200

Mix two parts yogi, one part drill instructor, one part cheerleader with a heavy helping of fitness enthusiast and you’ll have Nathan.  For Nathan, the class just isn’t about getting six pack abs or training for your next triathlon...it‘s about cultivating a strong, healthy, happy you.

His love for music, personal achievement, and growth from class to class is at the core of every class he teaches. When Nathan is leading a class, it is simple –have fun and become a healthy, stronger you!

Kathleen Pielhop RYT200

Kathleen Pielhop is a dedicated and passionate certified yoga teacher with a focus on imparting the benefits of yoga to children. With her warm and friendly demeanor, Kathleen creates a nurturing and engaging environment for young yogis to explore mindfulness and movement.

As the newest addition to the team at Lipa Yoga Studio, she will be leading our newest offering, kids' yoga class, where she shares her expertise in a fun and accessible way. Parents can trust that their children are in good hands with Kathleen, as she guides them through poses, breathwork, and relaxation techniques, fostering a love for yoga at a young age!

Natalia Roberts RYT200

I am a language teacher by profession. I enjoy helping students learn either physical or academic skills. I came to yoga to help me with flexibility but discovered so much more! In my spare time I enjoy outdoor activities through all the seasons such as water skiing, downhill and cross country skiing, hiking and gardening.

My favorite thing to do during a summer is teaching people how to waterski. Yoga instructor training gave me great knowledge about the micro movements of body parts that I can not only implement in my own waterski training, but also deliver more precise explanations when teaching others.

Kay Johnson RYT200

As soon as I took my first class from Divna Miljkovic, I knew yoga was great for my physical and emotional well being. In March, 2023 I completed my certification at the Lipa Yoga School, Hatha Yoga, and am eager to grow and develop my yoga practice.

My instructional style combines strength and mobility in a fast-paced flow, using music to energize our bodies. I also incorporate traditional Hatha style asanas using breath for strength. I hope to connect your body to your mind so you can feel calmer and more present in your everyday life.

I am a mother of two beautiful young adult daughters and wife to my soul mate, Paul. I am a Nurse Practitioner and love to guide patients and families in finding their path to a healthy life! We are an active family that enjoys biking, hiking, traveling, walking our puppy, making kombucha, and moving our bodies. You will find me practicing postures in my office, kitchen, or maybe standing in line!

Matthew Maus Volunteer

Matt began Yoga in 2003 as a gym credit at his performing arts high school. He studied Iyengar Yoga in high school and in college and studied Vinyasa, Power, Hatha & Restorative styles as his Yoga journey progressed. He has taught yoga across Milwaukee, Chicago & South Florida. He currently is attaining his 200/hour Yoga license from Palm and Pine Yoga School in La Crosse. He in an avid volunteer in the La Crosse community with Salvation Army, the Coulee Recovery Center & the County Jail. He is dedicated to the health & well being of all people.

McKenna Stoll Spiritual Life Coach; Reiki Practitioner

Hi everyone, my name is McKenna! I am a 19 year old student at UWL. I also am a Certified Spiritual Life Coach and Reiki Practitioner. I love to help others and make it my purpose to do so. I am into wellness and love being in nature.

I live a mindful life, focusing on remaining in a state of gratitude and light. I can’t wait to incorporate my ways of healing at this studio and to meet every one of you!