Our Instructors
Patty is a lifelong athlete whose journey has spanned running, strength training, and now yoga. Certified in Vinyasa Krama yoga since 2013 (trained by Roman Szpond at Inner Strength) and a graduate of CorePower’s Yoga Sculpt Teacher Training in 2018, she has been sharing her passion for movement for over a decade.
As a full-time working mother of four daughters—one in heaven and three here with us—Patty has always embraced life with resilience and determination. At 50 years old, she made the bold decision to pursue her dream, creating SALT as a project inspired by her love of intuitive movement and strength building.
For Patty, movement has always been more than exercise—it’s a way to gain control, find peace, and transform. Through SALT, she shares the practices that have shaped her personal journey, creating a space where others can feel empowered and strong.
Whether she’s cheering on her daughters or guiding a room full of motivated individuals, Patty’s energy and dedication shine through in everything she does.
Patricia Grady, Founder/Instructor
Amy Donohue, Instructor
In 2014, Amy became addicted to yoga sculpt classes. She went on to become a certified yoga sculpt instructor and has been teaching for almost ten years. The upbeat classes with great music, combined with amazing fast results were the driving forces behind her yoga sculpt addiction. Fitness has always been part of Amy’s life. She graduated from Westfield State University with a BS in Sports Medicine. She continued school and became and Occupational Therapist. Professionally, Amy worked in the public school system for 20 years and currently sits on the Watertown School Committee.
Jill Wilder, Instructor
Jill’s fitness journey started at a young age, specifically in high school, where she ran track. She went on to run Division II Cross Country and Track at Bentley College as a three-season athlete. After college, she ran many half marathons and completed the Boston Marathon.
Jill continued to run road races while raising her three children but knew she needed a change and challenge to her fitness routine. She fell in love with pilates and yoga, which helped alleviate the aches and pains of running long distances.
In 2018, Jill became certified as a Yoga Sculpt Instructor after completing the CorePower Yoga Sculpt Teacher Training. She loved the challenging sequences, heated classes, music, and yoga community. The pandemic paused her teaching yoga sculpt, but led her to rediscover her love of running. She became the Head Coach for the Milton Academy Boys’ Cross Country and Distance Track teams. She will continue to coach in the fall and spring seasons and teach at SALT.
Jill feels blessed to continue her fitness journey with the team and members of SALT. Maybe she will even connect with a few new running buddies for an occasional long run!
Jessica Hajjar, Instructor
Movement has always been a part of who I am. I grew up dancing from the age of three, and that early love for music and expression naturally evolved into a passion for running and yoga. After completing my Yoga Sculpt Teacher Training with CorePower in 2013, I’ve spent the last 12+ years guiding others through movement that is both empowering and deeply grounding.
As a full-time working new mom of two, I understand the beautiful chaos of balancing work, family, and self-care. I know how hard it can be—especially for new moms—to make space for themselves. That’s why I’m passionate about creating classes that are accessible, energizing, and supportive for all life stages.
My classes are challenging—designed to push you to the edge of what you thought was possible. I’ll motivate you, cheer you on, and guide you through the tough moments, because I believe real transformation lives just outside your comfort zone. And you’re capable of more than you think.
As a Belmont native, I’m thrilled to return home and share the power of movement with this community. Whether you’re stepping on the mat for the first time or coming back to reconnect with your strength, I’m here to meet you where you are—and to help you grow from there.
Emily Rosenberg, Instructor
Emily began practicing yoga sculpt at CorePower Yoga in 2016 and immediately fell in love with the music, the community, and the powerful full-body workout the practice provides. She quickly became a regular, securing her spot in the front row every class. Over the years she came to appreciate yoga sculpt not only for its physical challenge, but for the positive impact it had on her mental health as well. In the fall of 2025, Emily took the leap and completed The Coastal Method Yoga Sculpt Teacher Training, becoming a certified yoga sculpt instructor.
In Emily’s classes, you can expect an upbeat, beat-driven workout that blends challenge, intentionality, and a few epic beat drops! Having spent years as a dedicated student, she understands the importance of balancing moments of mindfulness and grounding with thoughtful sequencing and high-energy, strength-building movement. Her goal is to create an inclusive, motivating environment where everyone feels empowered to move in a way that works for their body.
Professionally, Emily works as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) for Watertown Public Schools, where teaching, training, and supporting others are at the core of her work. She brings these skills into the studio by breaking down movement with clarity, offering meaningful cues and encouragement, and creating a supportive space where students feel confident, capable, and inspired.
Mary Izzo, Instructor
Mary was born and raised right next door, in Watertown. She began practicing yoga in college and quickly fell in love with how it complemented her fitness routine. In 2024, she completed her Yoga Sculpt teacher training at CorePower Yoga. She brings her background in teaching and her passion for yoga to create upbeat, music-driven classes that motivate and empower every client to push their limits.
Ilyza Holman, Instructor
Ilyza is a lifelong athlete who played basketball and softball at Endicott College. After competing in college, Ilyza began long-distance running and started training for marathons. During this time, she became drawn to sculpt classes, which provided a lower-impact complement to the demands of marathon training. After completing the Boston Marathon in 2024, Ilyza decided to deepen her knowledge of yoga sculpt. In the fall of 2025, she completed Yoga Sculpt Teacher Training through The Coastal Method and became a certified yoga sculpt instructor.
Ilyza was introduced to SALT by one of her college teammates and best friends and quickly fell in love with the community, the variety of classes, and the passion of the instructors. After a conversation with Patty, Ilyza was encouraged to pursue her certification and begin teaching at SALT. While she initially taught mostly Sculpt classes, her focus gradually shifted toward Strength, which aligned more naturally with her teaching style. In Ilyza’s Strength classes, you can expect an upbeat attitude, great playlists, and consistent encouragement to show up for yourself.
Professionally, Ilyza works at Babson College as the Director of Campus Optimization and External Engagements. As someone who spends much of the week in an office setting, the opportunity to release tension, build community, and form new relationships at SALT is the highlight of her day. Her goal is to bring her lifelong passion for fitness and healthy living into the studio each week.