My Journey
Hey everyone!
My name is Abbey Joy Yoder and I’m a lover of all things creativity, connection, health, and wellness. I’m a grauate at Arizona State University with my degree in Communications, Integrative Health, and Entrepreneurship and Innovations. I am also a certified Yoga and Pilates instructor and have my own Etsy shop called Thejoyfulcostudio. All three of these speak to my passions and are represented in my site, The Joyful Co Studio. Thiink of it as your one stop shop for all of my passions that I hope to bring to you! 💫.
Here’s a little bit more about me
I grew up in Frederick, Maryland and began dancing following in my older sister’s footsteps and found a passion. I continued on to go to the Rock School for Dance Education, and then progressed to the Joffrey Ballet in Chicago. Dance for me was an outlet for my creativity. I loved the idea of having an impact on someone, sharing emotions, and telling a story. The lessons and experiences that I learned from dance have shaped me into the person that I am today: creative, inquisitive, and determined.
Pilates with Ajoy
While dancing I also completed my certification to become a Holistic Health Coach through the Institute of Integrative Nutrition, which sparked my interest in a more well rounded and approach to life. I also completed my 200 hour yoga certification and began teaching and exploring combining my knowledge from dance and yoga into one! I then decided to further my knowledge by starting at Arizona State University to complete my degree. However, I still felt that something was missing in my life and that’s when I found Remedy Pilates in Arizona. This is where I completed my 500 hour PSC pilates certification and my Forma training through The Global Ambassador hotel, in which that method is only taught at the hotel. I love helping others achieve more balance within themselves and truly believe in the power of movement to heal and connect personally and as a community.
My Art & Digital Media Management (TheJoyfulcoStudio)
Another form of expression for me is through my art, I began my Thejoyfulcostudio on Etsy as a way to share my creations, my joy. I do hand embroidery, digital graphics and prints, and printed apparel. I also am a social media manager and love getting to create for other business and share all that they offer to their audience. It is a piece of me that I hope will inspire you!
My Goals
My goal is to give people the tools they need in order to build a healthier, happier self. I want people to feel safe in knowing that we all have flaws but by connecting, sharing and growing together we are truly unstoppable. I am here to create a positive environment around movement, digital media and life as a whole.
Thank you so much for visiting The Joyful Co Studio.
I look forward to sharing more JOY with you!
Fun facts!
✨My humor involves dad jokes and puns
✨My zodiac sign is a Cancer
✨I can juggle
✨I have four tattoos on my insides and outsides of my ankles
✨I am a clean beauty lover- skincare & makeup
✨My family and friends mean the world to me
✨I started doing my digital art and embroidery only 2 years ago
✨I used to collect yo-yos
✨My favorite color is yellow
✨Gold jewelry is a must
✨Daily matcha is a must
✨I love podcasts and long walks
✨I get emails to know what “National Day” it is
✨I’m a proud plant mom and name all of my plants
✨I’m a sucker for fresh flowers
✨My favorite stores are Madewell, Reformation, Lululemon, Vuori
✨Oh yeah.. I’m a grateful human being for all that I have in my life
What People Are Saying- PILATES WITH AJOY
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Abbey's classes/sessions (whatever u wanna call them) have truly strengthened not only my body but my mentality. she can see your inner strength and pushes you to go past what you think your limits are. working with Abbey has widened what I believed my capacity for inner strength was
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— Lauren S.
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Abbey is the best, both as a person/friend and a Pilates instructor! Taking her classes have made a major impact on me both physically and mentally. With Abbey, I can feel myself getting stronger with every session, while implementing a positive mindset/energy to carry throughout the rest of week. She reminds me to be kind to myself while pushing my body to its limit, whatever that may be. She truly inspires me every day to be a better version of myself and is one of the sweetest people I know who truly cares for her clients!
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— Michelle K.
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Since I’ve been working with Abbey, I am stronger and more confident that I can tackle difficult challenges. Recently, I went skiing and while I’m a competent skier, I rarely went down “Black Diamonds”. This year, I was not afraid to try them and actually did really well! I credit both my willingness to challenge myself, and my success, to Abbey!”
— Cindy D.
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Pilates with Ab is more than a workout with Abbey Yoder. It is an opportunity to absorb some of the light that Abbey puts out into this world. I have been so challenged and pushed with Abbey, and all with a smile on my face. Sometimes I am paying so much attention to her encouraging words that I don't even notice that the muscles in my core or glutes are on absolute fire.
During a challenging time in my life she has given me something to look forward to and something that I am willing to get up at 5 am to do if necessary. She is so talented and gifted at what she does and I would recommend her to any and everyone! As a professional dancer and athlete I have had many fitness experiences in pilates, yoga, in group classes or at the gym, but nothing has gotten me as far as Pilates with Ab."”
— Victoria J.
