Announcing Grassroots Yoga Center Co-Owner: Brigette Pugh

Grassroots has another captain!

Please welcome Brigette Pugh as Co-Owner and Studio Manager

Dear Grassroots Yoga Community,

I am beyond thrilled to share some exciting news about a longtime friend, colleague, and fellow yogi—Brigette.

Brigette and I first met over a decade ago as English teachers at Carson High School. In the years we worked together in the English department, we often found ourselves deep in conversation, navigating the philosophical highs and lows of education. As a colleague, Brigette brought a sharp wit and a pragmatic approach, always ready to troubleshoot the system and support those around her.

But where she truly shined was in the classroom. Brigette was on fire as a writing instructor. She had a rare gift for capturing the imagination of young writers, guiding them to create and publish a literary magazine filled with their creative works. Under her leadership, Carson High’s creative writing program flourished.

Three years ago, Brigette stepped away from teaching—just a year before I took my own leave of absence. I still remember a crisp September afternoon when we hiked along the lake with her dog, Jager, talking about the endless possibilities ahead. At the time, she was preparing to move her daughter to New York to pursue her dream of becoming a dancer. Sitting on the shore of Lake Tahoe, beers in hand, we had no idea how or when our paths would cross again, but we knew they would.

See, Brigette and I connected beyond academia—we both also taught yoga. She reminds me that it was I who first encouraged her to teach at Hot Spot Yoga, where she held down the Sunday morning class for years before her move.

While she was away, I took a leap into studio ownership. And when Brigette returned, she brought with her a renewed passion for yoga—right when I needed it most. Over the past few months, she has stepped in to support me, helping to keep Grassroots Yoga running smoothly.

Now, I’m beyond grateful to officially welcome Brigette as co-owner and co-captain of our beautiful space. With her clarity, groundedness, and dedication, we will continue to build not just a yoga studio, but a true community—one that inspires, uplifts, and brings people together.

If you haven’t taken a class with Brigette yet, don’t miss her Sunday Morning Bliss or her Yoga Combo Class, which pairs perfectly with our monthly Yoga Social (next up on April 11).

Cheers to a new chapter in a lifelong friendship—and to the incredible journey ahead.

With gratitude,

Emilee (and Brigette too!)

There will be a more detailed email coming soon with information on these events, but you are welcome to find more information on any of these events at www.grassrootsyogacenter.com/schedule.