Meet our TEAM
Danielle Vandevelde
Founder of Apple on Tree Yoga
LMT, CYT, Level II Reiki Practitioner, Holistic Health Coach
Hello, my name is Danielle. I specialize in blending ancient Ayurvedic wisdom with modern science to support optimal health and well-being. My work focuses on breath, movement, gut health, hormone balance, and the body’s natural rhythms to promote healing, longevity, and vitality. I believe our breath, movement, connection with nature, relationships, thoughts and beliefs profoundly shape our nervous system, immune function, and emotional well-being. By integrating conscious breathing, movement, meditation, nutrition, and manual therapy, we create a holistic foundation for our health.
My mission is to revive these long-lost healing practices within my community, rebuilding connection by bridging generational gaps, and fostering a stronger, healthier community. Through yoga, massage, breathwork, and meaningful connections, I offer a heart-centered approach to well-being—where healing becomes a way of life.
Lacey Tauschek
CYT 200hr , Studio Manager
Lacey has been practicing yoga now for the last 2 years! She is a busy working college student at the University of Wisconsin Green Bay! Expected to graduate in 2025 with a degree in Elementary Education. Lacey has been our studio manager since September of 2022, and a registered yoga teacher since August 2023! She earned her certificate from “My Vinyasa Practice”. (MVP) Lacey wanted to teach to share her passion for yoga with others! Outside of working at the yoga studio, Lacey also works at the Manitowoc Boys and Girls club, as a Youth Development specialist, and she works at Mishicot School District as a Paraprofessional. Lacey enjoys anything Yoga related, the outdoors, and spending time with friends and Family. Yoga has kept Lacey grounded and moving these last two years! Lacey teaches a variety of classes here at AOT Yoga.
Brooke Hafs
CYT 200hr
Brooke has been practicing yoga for more than a decade. As a busy working mom, it is her solace from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Brooke was certified to teach yoga in April of 2021 at Yogi Hari’s Ashram in Florida. The 2-week, 200-hour teacher training course was an immersive experience where Brooke learned the values of a yogi, trained vigorously in the proper technique of asanas, and focused on proper breathing, exercise, diet, relaxation and positive thinking. These aspects make up the traditional Hatha yoga style and provide energy, calmness and overall well-being. Brooke enjoys anything outdoorsy and spends most free time hiking, camping, gardening, cooking, and exploring with her children. Yoga keeps Brooke centered, motivated and self aware. She teaches Flow class on Fridays at 8 a.m. where she hopes to pass along these same benefits to others.
Brandi Haslitt
RYT 200
Brandi started practicing yoga before the pandemic and has been exploring how yoga can create a better life experience through reducing anxiety, improving the nervous system, and increasing energy. Brandi works full-time in an office and has direct experience with many of the challenges and pains that come with different lifestyles. Brandi will focus on self-care, confidence, and acceptance bringing gentle movements to all skill levels. She teaches CALM on Thursday nights at 6 pm.
Professionally, Brandi works in IT (information technology) as a creative and advocate for software usability and accessibility.