ABOUT US

We are Jenny and Holly Oak—the two sisters behind Oak Studio! Whether it was completing our first marathon together in 2017, beginning our yoga teacher training, or simply relieving stress from our demanding corporate jobs, we’ve always found ourselves setting the same health and wellness goals. And on one day, it finally clicked—we knew we needed to open our own studio. So, we did! Overcoming doubts and seeking to take on a new adventure together, Oak Studio was officially born, and we can’t wait for you to join us!

Jenny and Holly

JENNY OAK

My journey began while living in Madison, Wisconsin, traveling almost weekly as a project manager and juggling three fitness memberships. I craved a connection to a community and considered any opportunity spent at a fitness class such a treat. I took a leap of faith in 2017, quit my stable career, and moved back home to Ohio where Holly and I worked together to make our dream studio a reality!

Teacher Certification: 200-hour from CorePower Yoga

What’s your favorite thing to do in Columbus?

A toss-up between trying all of Columbus' metro parks and all of its breweries

Fun Fact:
I absolutely love to travel and have visited 32 countries so far!

HOLLY OAK

To escape the pressure of law school, I attended my first yoga class in 2010 and was amazed at the creative movement that left me energized and refreshed. While working as an attorney, I continued my yoga practice, but kept feeling the weight of stress sitting on my shoulders, except when I was on the mat. Opening a fitness studio with my sister has been a dream realized.

Teacher Certification: 200-hour from Yoga on High

What’s your favorite thing to do in Columbus?

Explore Columbus parks with my husband and two bernedoodles, Boo and Bruno, and grabbing North Star after.

Fun Fact:
Reading through all Agatha Christie books featuring Hercule Poirot—my favorite literary character!

OUR INSTRUCTORS

Alexandra Lerg

Certification: 200- hour RYT from CorePower Yoga

My favorite thing to do in Columbus is the zoo, trying new restaurants, farmers markets, and checking out local shops.

Fun Fact: I am a Wolverine! I am from Michigan and attended U of M for my undergraduate degrees.

Emily Anderson

Certification: 200 hour RYT from I&I Yoga and 20 hour Yin training from You Do Yoga

My favorite thing to do in Columbus is trying new restaurants, bars, and coffee shops around town. In the warm weather, I also really enjoy all of the festivals and outdoor events.

Fun Fact: I have a pug named Jasper who absolutely loves people. I'm pretty sure more of my neighbors know his name than actually know mine.

Emily Hilty

Certification: 200 hour from GIVE Yoga

My favorite thing to do in Columbus is exploring all the amazing restaurants with my husband and taking our dogs to visit the beautiful parks in this city.

Fun Fact: I have two mini Australian shepherds, Bentley and Koda, and they are completely spoiled. We just love them so much!

Kirstin Hutton

Certification: 200 hr from CorePower Yoga

My favorite thing to do in Columbus is to try out new restaurants and breweries!

Fun Fact: you can often find me in a cozy corner sipping coffee and reading a book next to my favorite candle.

Kylea Davis

Certification: 200 RYT, Ashtanga & Vinyasa, Sampoorna Yoga, Goa, India. 200 RYT, Power Yoga, CorePower Yoga, Columbus, Ohio. 50 hour Yoga Sculpt, Columbus, Ohio

My favorite thing to do in Columbus is to explore the different neighborhoods!

Fun Fact: I love to travel and have most recently been to Ukraine!

Liz Castrucci

Certification: 50 Hour Yoga Sculpt Certification from CorePower Yoga

My favorite thing to do in Columbus is to try different food/restaurants!

Fun Fact: I’m a nursing major at Ohio State.

Lucilene Ayers

Certification: 200 hour Certified Yoga Teacher from GoYoga Ohio.

My favorite thing to do in Columbus is going hiking and checking out different parks and fun spots around with my 4 year old son. I also enjoy going to all the festivals in town with my husband, family, and friends.

Fun Fact: I was an English teacher in Brazil! English was always part of me. I started just by listening to music and learning the lyrics to going to college and picking a major in English and then moved here! And now I'm still teaching, but yoga now and forever.

Mallory Wollenberg

Certification: 200 PYTT from CorePower Yoga

My favorite thing to do in Columbus is enjoying and hiking around all the metro parks.

Fun Fact: my Grandmother's name is Madonna, pre pop star, obviously.

Mattie Clossman

Certification: 200 hour yoga teacher certification from Yoga on High

My favorite thing to do in Columbus is checking out consignment stores and trying new restaurants

Fun Fact: I have an identical twin.

Michelle Wilkes

Certification: RYT 200 hour from CorePower

My favorite thing to do in Columbus is exploring all of the different parts of Columbus on my bike. My favorite time of year is cycling season. I love training for and participating in Pelotonia (annual Columbus bicycle event that is raising millions of dollars for cancer research at The James). It is truly an incredible event and creates an incredible “community vibe”. I love it!

Fun Fact: I have 2 daughters that are also certified yoga instructors.

Melina Opacic

Certification: 200- hour RYT from Marianne Wells Yoga School in Nosara, Costa Rica

My favorite thing to do in Columbus is to grab coffee and a pastry at Fox in the Snow, walk around Easton during the holiday season, and to cheer on the buckeyes in the shoe on game days.

Fun Fact: I love to travel and have been to 16 countries so far.

OUR STUDIO

Oak Studio offers a light and energizing space for you to de-stress, connect to others, and get one amazing workout. Whether you’re a first-timer or a lifelong member, everyone who steps into our studio is sure to feel welcomed and supported.

We’re more than just a yoga and fitness studio—we’re a community. So stick around and hang out for awhile! Oak Studio offers a roomy lobby with free coffee and local products to explore. Because we believe that your time spent at the studio should be time spent just for you.