Two women with blonde hair smiling outdoors in front of green leafy bushes.

sweat haven founders:

We’re Gretchen & Bri! A mother-daughter duo, who share a deep passion for health and wellness. Inspired by the vibrant wellness communities and yoga studios we’ve encountered during our travels, we set out to create something truly special for Brevard County- a space designed to nurture both individual growth and community well-being.

At our state-of-the-art facility, we offer a diverse range of yoga classes and holistic wellness services, all with one goal in mind: to support and empower others on their personal wellness journeys.

MEET   THE   TEAM

  • Bri Conway

    FOUNDER/YOGA INSTRUCTOR

    "As a yoga teacher and Sweat Haven studio owner, it is my intention always, to create an experience that encompasses the whole of yoga- mind body and spirit. We move the body through pose counter pose and repose for maximum benefits, purification, and liberation. Together with inspirational words of wisdom and upbeat, vibrant music that enhances, energizes & uplifts - creates an invigorating experience that will allow for opportunity to effortlessly arrive & settle into stillness. The true purpose of the practice." 

    Bri found yoga at age 15, at the start of her holistic health, wellness, & fitness journey. She practiced yoga for a few years before deciding to work towards her 200hr teaching certification. Through her training experience she discovered the mind/spirit connection to what she considered was just a physical practice. Yoga became a passion of hers, as she felt how it nourishes the mind, body, and soul synergistically. Practicing yoga as a whole changed her life.

    In Bri’s classes and as Sweat Haven co-owner, she intends to hold space for students to have their own unique experience that encompasses all aspects of yoga. Guiding and empowering them to listen to their own unique body, harness its healing abilities, and do the challenging -yet essential- inner work. She encourages one to recognize that yoga goes far beyond the mat, and that what we learn from the practice can both be applied to and help us navigate throughout our daily lives. Ultimately, to live in alignment with the truest expression of yourself, which is that of your heart.

  • Alana Stevens

    YOGA INSTRUCTOR

    Alana Stevens is a yoga instructor whose journey began five years ago with a deep personal transformation. Drawn to the way yoga empowered her body and spirit, she discovered strength, independence, and bravery on the mat—and an inner fire she couldn’t ignore.

    In 2023, Alana traveled to Costa Rica to complete her 200-hour training with East+West Yoga. There, she uncovered the deeper dimensions of yoga: beyond movement and postures, she embraced yoga as a way of life, rooted in surrender, presence, love, and spiritual connection. Her practice evolved into an act of worship and devotion, and she now teaches from that sacred space.

    In her classes, Alana aims to cultivate strength, balance, and flexibility—yes, in the body, but also in the mind. She encourages her students to embrace a deeper awareness of themselves and to move through class and life with open hearts, conscious exploration, and overflowing grace. Her intention is to guide others toward the joy of bettering themselves, not only for their own lives, but for the well-being of those around them.

  • Amber Chambers

    YOGA INSTRUCTOR

    Amber has passionately practiced Vinyasa for three years and has been a 200-Hour Certified Yoga Teacher since October 2024. She is a free-spirited health/fitness geek who enjoys practicing yoga in nature and trail walking in her free time. Amber hopes to share the benefits of yoga by guiding students through each session with yogis of all levels in mind. Her class offers a breath-paced, mindful movement session which aims to connect your body, breath, and mind to the present moment. Amber's slow flow allows students to move with intention, cultivating curiosity and awareness of their inner world. Holding poses longer encourages students to experience a deeper understanding of themselves.

  • Barbara Perez

    YOGA INSTRUCTOR

    My fitness journey began as a fitness instructor in 2010. After a tireless pregnancy, my body needed to slow down. I discovered barre as my main workout. Still loving all of Barre, I knew I needed more. There was a missing link— my mind and spiritual body craved more. With many thanks to my sister, I found yoga and quickly fell in love with its transformative power. It was the medicine and healing that I needed. I instantly felt the connection my mind, body, and soul needed. I then knew I had to share this gift with others.

    Barbara is a passionate instructor who exudes boundless energy and unwavering enthusiasm for her craft. She wholeheartedly shares her experiences with her students, creating an uplifting and vibrant atmosphere in her classes. Known for her upbeat vibrations, Barbara's ultimate goal is to inspire her students to forge a deep connection with their mind, body, and soul. With her infectious energy and inspiring approach, she becomes a powerful motivator, making a meaningful difference in the lives of her students. When you practice with Barbara, prepare to be inspired and uplifted under her guidance as you embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery, personal growth, and a great deal of fun.

  • Charlotte Chabot

    YOGA INSTRUCTOR

    Yoga has been part of my life for over 25 years. What began as a quiet curiosity turned into a lifelong passion—and over the years, I transitioned into teaching, blending study, experience, and creative movement.

    My practice blends Vinyasa, Power, Aerial, and Hot Yoga, with a particular love for the fire and focus of heated classes. Having lived in England, Mexico, France, and the US, I’ve been lucky to experience yoga across cultures and continents, which shaped the creative and open style I share today.

    In 2019, I completed my 200-hour teacher training in Bali and have taught private and group classes ever since.

    In 2022, I brought my practice online—filming mostly from the beach here in sunny Florida—and have since built a community of over 200,000 followers across Instagram, YouTube, and TikTok.

    Above all, I believe in yoga as a practice of connection between breath and body, effort and ease, presence and play. I love connecting with others who are curious, grounded, and willing to try something new.

  • Lara Ramos

    YOGA INSTRUCTOR

  • Roman Pietris

    YOGA INSTRUCTOR

    Roman has been practicing yoga for over 5 years and teaching for 2, earning his Yoga Alliance 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training certificate from Hawaii Yoga Institute in 2023. Initially, he attended teacher training as part of a personal journey to deepen his own yoga practice but realized that teacher training equipped him to share the powerful practice of yoga with others. He began practicing yoga as a way to address his own mental health challenges that arose as a result of his service in the Army and experience with combat in Afghanistan. He found yoga to be the most powerful tool he has used to calm the mind and find balance in his life. Roman’s style is a strong vinyasa flow with a focus on linking movement and breath. He emphasizes conscious, intentional movements of the body and delivers asana practice in a way that is accessible to all, regardless of experience level. In Roman’s class you can expect to begin with mindful breathing or pranayama practice followed by a strong, intentional vinyasa flow. Roman has also completed training in Trauma Informed Yoga practices and engages personally in the study of yoga philosophy beyond asana practice.

  • Ryan Olsen

    YOGA INSTRUCTOR

    Ryan teaches yoga the way he lives his life: with passion, grit, and an unwavering belief in the power of showing up as you are. A Bali-trained teacher with over three years of experience, he designs classes that balance intensity with soulful introspection, weaving together music and mindful sequencing to create an experience that’s deeply felt. Off the mat, you’ll find him lifting weights, enjoying the beach, or diving into his master’s in counseling—a pursuit driven by his belief that healing happens in both body and mind. Ryan teaches with honesty and heart, inviting people to arrive as they are and discover who they’re becoming. For him, yoga is more than poses—it’s a way of coming home to yourself, again and again.

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    YOGA INSTRUCTOR

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