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Tami Schneider

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Tami Schneider \ Cleveland Yoga \ Practice with GRIT

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Tami Schneider founded Cleveland Yoga in 2003 and has been leading the yoga industry forward for over two decades. As a 1000-Hour Certified Baptiste Senior Teacher, Tami has trained thousands of yoga teachers locally and around the globe since 2007.

Current influences

davidji – Practical, accessible meditation tools for reducing stress and creating daily mindfulness rituals.
Baptiste Power Yoga Methodology – For its integration of physical practice, self-inquiry, and leadership.
My Teachers & Students – Daily inspiration from the people I mentor, learn from, and practice alongside.
Nature & Movement – Hiking, walking, and being outdoors as a source of creativity and grounding.
Bruce Springsteen – For storytelling, work ethic, and staying true to your craft over decades.
My dear friend: Cyndi Weis – Founder of Breathe Yoga and an example of visionary leadership, authenticity, and creating lasting community impact.

Bio

Tami Schneider is the founding voice of Cleveland Yoga, which she led for over two decades, growing it from a single studio into one of the most recognized yoga communities in the U.S. As owner and operator, she wore every hat—teacher, strategist, marketer, mentor—building a thriving business while inspiring a team culture rooted in integrity, excellence, and possibility.

A 1000-Hour Baptiste Senior Teacher, Tami has trained thousands of teachers across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Kenya. Her programs go far beyond teaching poses, equipping leaders with the clarity, confidence, and business acumen to succeed in today’s yoga industry.

Since selling her studio in 2025, Tami has focused on mentoring teachers and studio owners to bridge passion with professionalism. She helps leaders scale their operations, refine their programs, and inspire their teams—without losing sight of the heart of why they started.

Known for her quiet strength and no-nonsense approach, Tami teaches and coaches with purpose, helping others build careers and communities that are as sustainable as they are impactful.

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