I am an 8-year certified holistic nutritionist and 17-year fitness instructor. My primary passion is helping people embrace their unique, amazing bodies and learn how to nourish and care for them in a balanced, holistic, science-based way. Nutrition counseling is an integral component to adopting a healthy lifestyle. Behavioral change is 20% information and 80% behavior. I help clients identify their wellness goals, strengths, struggles and barriers, and then formulate a plan curated to their unique needs, with ongoing support and adjustments. My aim is not short-term numbers, but long lasting vitality!

I am a Wisconsin native (Go Pack!), married, and a mother of 4, with my youngest in 5th grade and my oldest heading off to CU Boulder this fall. We moved to Colorado in 2020 seeking the opposite experience of life in the Washington DC area (where I was a massage therapist for 15 years) and we haven’t looked back. I began my pottery journey in high school with an obsession throwing mini pots “off the hump.” After years of longing, I finally sat myself down at a wheel again in 2021. The dream of becoming a real artist quickly took hold and in 2024 I moved into my own studio space here in Conifer and began my career as a full time ceramicist. I love experimenting with forms, glazes, clay types and techniques, and every day with clay is a beautiful adventure.

Heather love of dance and art began in childhood and continues today.  While she has practiced several different dance styles and art forms, she specializes in swing dancing and fiber/textile arts.  
Heather has been swing dancing for more than 20 years, and teaching others for 15 years.  Prior to relocating to Colorado last summer (2025), she was on the board of a 501(c)3 non-profit group in South Florida dedicated to the education and continuation of American born jazz age dances.  She helped plan classes, workshops, and social events in addition to teaching and providing music as the DJ.   She’s excited to share her skills and knowledge of swing dancing with the Peak Family.  
She has also been working in fiber and textile arts for the last 25 years. She began by making her first Renaissance faire costume out of necessity, and fell in love with sewing and costuming.  Now an expert seamstress and costumer, she is also an adept leather crafter, with additional skills in loom knitting, crochet, and foam fabrication to name a few.  Since 2022 she has been sharing her skills and knowledge with others at Costume College, a national costuming art convention in Los Angeles, and is so excited to bring them to Peak Academy as they expand.  

Inspired by all things whimsy and magical! I create pieces with semiprecious stones, glass beads and some foraged items such as shells or rocks. This particular collection has whispers of the ocean and ether. I have earrings and necklaces in the case ranging from $20 to $50 dollars. These are perfect for a little gift to a loved one or friend. If you are interested in any custom designs please feel to reach out to me at WhimsyDesignsBySarah@gmail.com.

Jessica Loving grew up in the once-sleepy mountain town of Conifer, Colorado. She spent much of her childhood being fortunate enough to experience extensive international travel with her family. This gift of ultimately, wanderlust, thoroughly enriched her being. Before the age of 20, she had already visited over 30 countries and seven continents.
Jessica studied Fine Art at Eckerd College in St. Petersburg, Florida, from which she graduated in 2005. After moving back to Denver in 2006, she immediately became active within the art scene. She is a co-founder of Sync Gallery. She helped run several Denver-based co-op galleries including NEXT Gallery, EDGE, Sync and Core New Art Space. Currently, her work is represented by galleries in Texas and Colorado. Her large-scale mixed media paintings are part of collections worldwide.
Jessica creates work from a space of shamanic journeying and believes her best work is created while working in collaboration with the void. It is in this meditative state that she is able to explore ideas and connect deeply to the creative process. She enjoys guiding classes and workshops for kids, adults and teens that allow students to access meditative states paired with art making.

Jessica is the founder of the full-service marketing boutique, (in)spiregraphics. When she is not busy in the studio, she can be found hiking, snowboarding, backpacking, kayaking or embarking upon some sort of fantastic outdoor adventure. Jessica is a single mama to an amazing daughter, twin sons and two Siberian Huskies.

Julie Noyle, MS, RD — Yoga Instructor & Nutrition Practitioner
Julie has been practicing (and loving!) yoga for more than 20 years. In 2013, she completed her teacher training with Core Power Yoga in Fort Collins and later expanded her expertise with Prenatal and Postnatal Yoga trainings at Yoga Yoga in Austin, TX. She has taught a wide variety of classes over the years and deeply enjoys the intuitive, heart-centered nature of yoga instruction. Julie skillfully meets students exactly where they are, offering practices that build confidence, strength, and ease—both on and off the mat.
In addition to her extensive yoga background, Julie is also a Registered Dietitian with a Master’s in Human Nutrition from Colorado State University (CSU). Her professional experience includes coordinating research studies, developing curriculum, facilitating teacher trainings, and presenting at conferences. She has a passion for community education and has led numerous workshops for adults on foundational nutrition as well as “picky eating” and adolescent nutrition seminars for families. Julie also works with private clients, helping individuals and families create small, sustainable lifestyle habits that support long-term wellness.
Whether on the mat or in a nutrition session, Julie’s approach is compassionate, practical, and empowering. She loves supporting others in cultivating mindful movement, balanced nourishment, and a deeper connection to overall well-being.

Dawn has been working in the Denver Metro Area and surrounding regions for over 50 years. Graduating from Kansas State University with BA in Interior Design, she went on to specialize in house re-models and new builds for a variety of high end clients across the state including Dave Logan. She received several awards for designing rooms for the Denver Symphony Guild houses. Although she is retired and loving her time with family, she is excited to share her knowledge with homeowners who desire for their homes to reflect their lifestyles and their inner inspirations.