ABOUT
Your local yoga studio in Anaconda, Montana
Creating a sanctuary for mind, body, and spirit
Our story
Anaconda is home to a strong community of yogis, yoga-curious individuals, and fitness enthusiasts seeking recovery through yoga.
Yet there hasn’t been a reliable and complete schedule of yoga classes for Anaconda residents to go to. Seeing the immense need and want for a yoga community in Anaconda, Anaconda Yoga was born.
I’m so excited to be sharing this practice with you.
MARQUIS MATSON, Studio Owner & Founder
Our mission
Anaconda Yoga’s specialized slow movement classes are designed to make yoga accessible and beneficial for everyone, no matter their fitness level or age.
Experience the joy of Yoga with Anaconda Yoga
Our yoga teachers
Marquis Matson
Studio Owner & Founder, 200-Hour RYT
I came home to Anaconda in 2023 to be near family and I’m excited to bring all of my experience and knowledge in Mental Health, Family Systems, and Traditional Yoga to the Anaconda community.
Here’s where I got all of my training and knowledge before bringing it to you at @anacondayoga
My 200-hour certification is in Classical Hatha Tantra, completed in India under @satyaloka_traditional.tantra 15 years of practice, 10 of those years traveling the world and studying in ashrams and yoga schools throughout India and Asia 10 years working in the Yoga industry, marketing Yoga Teacher Trainings, Yoga Schools, Retreat Centers, and Yoga general Bachelor of Science in Psychology; Master of Marriage and Family Therapy Former adjunct Professor of Psychology, teaching Human Development, Human Sexuality, and Psychology to undergraduate students in Miami
When I say that YOU matter to me, I really mean it. My entire adult life has been dedicated to understanding what makes people hurt and heal, and now I bring these practices home to you. It’s the perfect blend of Science and Tradition, evidence-based practices and spiritual exploration.
I can’t wait to show you what else I’ve got up my sleeve 
Jacquie Peterson
Yoga Teacher, 200-Hour RYT and Reiki Practitioner
Jacquie is a Reiki Master and Mindfulness Meditation Practitioner who is spreading the wisdom of 15 plus years and 1,000s of hours of practice discovering and integrating different mind-body methods and therapies to live a transformed life of love.
Samantha Fisher
Yoga Teacher, 200-Hour RYT and Sound Healer
Samantha is an incredible sound healer, yoga teacher, and overall individual. Her sound showers are calming, making her a popular teacher in Southwest Montana. She teaches regularly in Butte, Whitehall, and now Anaconda.
Lexi Salminen
Yoga Teacher, 200-Hour RYT
Lexi is a passionate yoga teacher who began her practice three years ago and has since immersed herself in the depths of yoga through a 200-hour Vinyasa Style Yoga Teacher Training and a background in Applied Health Science. She loves creating fun, fluid flows with creative transitions, encouraging students to connect breath to movement while moving slowly, with control, and exploring deeper postures. Her classes are calming, inspirational, and designed to leave students feeling peaceful and centered. Outside of yoga, Lexi enjoys spending time in nature, from hot springs to mountain hikes, and is honored to share the transformative power of yoga at Anaconda Yoga.
Emily Collier
Yoga Teacher, 200-Hour RYT
Emily started her yoga journey in 2020 and immediately fell in love with its innate healing qualities. Yoga has helped her stay more grounded and present through life’s ups and downs. She’s learned so much through the practice and teaching of yoga and loves to share this healing practice with others!
Sami Garrett
Yoga Teacher, 200-Hour RYT
Sami is always up for an adventure. She’s just a big kid who lives for spending time outdoors. Living in Montana, she finds adventure around every corner. With adventure comes a ton of learning, problem solving, contemplating, playing, and growing- all things she loves to do! Sami believes that nature is the ultimate classroom, benefiting everyone. Her goal is to spark wonder and curiosity in children that will inspire them to get outside.
Tonya Carpenter
Sound Healer and Reiki Practitioner
Tonya Carpenter is a gifted sound healer and Reiki practitioner at Anaconda Yoga, specializing in transformative sessions that blend energy work with soothing soundscapes to help students find balance and deep relaxation.