Founder, Yoga Instructor

Carly Milyo’s journey into yoga began when she hung up her cheerleading pom-poms in 2010, transitioning from a successful cheerleading career to a new passion. While studying Human Development at Virginia Tech, Carly started teaching yoga during her senior year, which ignited a deep love for the practice. Upon moving back to Atlanta, she eagerly embraced every teaching opportunity, building a dedicated following of early risers who looked forward to her inspiring and energizing 6am classes.

In 2014, Carly took a significant step by founding Thunderbolt Power Yoga (TPY), launching an online platform, and leading her own 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training programs. Her commitment to the yoga community was evident as she nurtured her students and expanded her reach.

The hardest decision Carly ever made was closing her business in 2019 to focus on raising her family. She now lives in Milton, GA, with her husband of over 7 years, their three children—Channing, Nolan, and Leighton—and their Maltese, Stella.

After a meaningful pause in her yoga journey, Carly is absolutely thrilled to reopen a studio in her new home, Milton. She is excited to bring her passion and experience to the community once again. Come say hi and join her at Homestead Yoga!

Co-founder, Yoga Instructor

Avery started dancing around the same time she learned to walk. By the time she turned 16, she was burned out and looking for a new outlet to express herself in a way that felt familiar. With some family encouragement, Avery began taking yoga classes and quickly fell in love so much that she also started working at the front desk. She was thrust into the yoga community, and for the first time since quitting dance, she truly felt like a void had been filled.

After two years of consistent practice, Avery's sister persuaded her to get her teacher training certification. When the training was completed, Avery nervously avoided teaching for months until one day a teacher needed a substitute, and she was the only one available. Overwhelmed by the energy and community in that class, Avery’s path was set: after that class, she was officially added to the class schedule.

Now, as Avery embarks on a new journey as co-founder of Homestead Yoga, a sister business, she is bursting with excitement. This opportunity feels like the perfect evolution of her passion, allowing her to blend her love for yoga with the chance to create something truly special within a community that means so much to her. Teaching has always been about inspiring others and being inspired by the dedication and growth of her students. With Homestead Yoga, Avery is eager to extend this inspiration and support to even more people, fostering a space where everyone feels welcome to show up for themselves, shine, and dance.

In her classes, students can expect music that feeds their souls (and maybe even makes them want to wiggle their hips a little) and the permission to fall and fail without judgment. Avery hopes that each class at Homestead Yoga will encourage them to embrace their journey, celebrate their progress, and keep dancing through life with joy and authenticity.

Yoga Instructor

Courtney’s yoga journey began after years of cultivating strength and grace through cheerleading, gymnastics, and CrossFit. In her early twenties, she sought a practice that not only challenged her body but also nurtured her spirit. Yoga became her sanctuary—a space to ground herself, reconnect, and explore the transformative power of the breath in navigating life’s complexities.

Motivated to deepen her practice and share this sense of grounding with others, Courtney transitioned into teaching, driven by a heartfelt desire to give back to her community.

As a writer, she integrates her passion for meaningful expression into every class, guiding students to connect with their inner voice and cultivate presence on and off the mat. Her classes blend breath awareness, intentional movement, and moments of honest self-reflection. Courtney encourages students to approach their practice with curiosity, leave judgment behind, and uncover their unique path toward self-expression.

Yoga Instructor

Yoga has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. As a child my parents would bring me to class with them; of course, it wasn’t until I matured that I appreciated yoga for all it has to offer.

Yoga provides the opportunity to tune into your body, to acknowledge and give gratitude for all that it does for you. Your body is your home and yoga shines that light. 

I believe yoga is a constant place to ground and find transformation. As a teacher, my goal is to create a space where you can turn inward, connect with yourself (body and mind), and find a sense of clarity you can carry off your mat. In my class, you're guaranteed a good time, good music, and a rejuvenated & refreshed body!

I encourage you to show up for yourself! Meet me on your mat & let the rest unfold.

Yoga Instructor

Cindy Getty is a dedicated yoga instructor with an E-RYT 200 and a specialization as a Certified Yin Instructor. She completed her 200 hour under the guidance of Carly Milyo in 2020, enriching her practice and teaching style. In 2023, she also completed a 300 hour certification in Ayurveda and is a Holistic Ayurveda Coach.

Originally from New York, Cindy now calls Atlanta home. When she’s not teaching or practicing yoga, you can find Cindy outdoors gardening, cooking nourishing meals and spending time with her family (Cindy is a mom of 5)!

With a passion for both yoga and science, Cindy holds a Ph.D in Chemistry, a testament to her commitment to lifelong learning and exploration. Cindy loves to share her learning with her students. She enjoys teaching many different yoga formats and helping her students to connect movement with breath. Cindy is excited to be a member of the Homestead community and teach and practice with everyone!

Yoga Instructor

Jackie is a proud Jersey Girl who has been living in Atlanta since 1991. She has been in the fitness industry for nearly 30 years and discovered yoga after the birth of her 3rd child who was born with a neurological disorder. It gave her a peace that no other exercise could and taught her how to go through life one breath at a time.

Through her teaching Jackie inspires her students to deepen their awareness of their self and their connection with their bodies.

Each of her classes is a new experience, combining creative sequences, a spirit of playfulness, great music, and a dose of inspiration. Her goal is that you will leave class feeling peaceful, limber, aware, and balanced.

E-RYT, Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher with over 7000 teaching hours

Formats taught:  Ashtanga, Vinyasa, Therapeutic, Yin, Yoga Flexibility Training, and Aerial Yin Yoga

Yoga Instructor

Lily was on the mat at a young age. Her family practiced yoga and there was always a mat rolled out. Her first job was at a yoga studio in Milton, GA Lily cultivated relationships with members and ensured they had everything they needed before and after class.

Connecting with others through yoga, she decided to deepen her own practice and knowledge by completing her 200YTT in 2023. Lily feels yoga is a path to self-discovery. A practice that helps with life's day-to-day hurdles and anxiety.

Lily's focus during class is to help her students quiet their minds and find stillness while moving with their breath. She inspires her students not to take themselves too seriously, to live in the present moment, and to smile, all alongside a vibey playlist.

Outside the studio, Lily is a student of UGA, a proud dog mom to a mini sheepadoodle named Finn, and enjoys all things Athens. You can find her at Homestead over the summer and during breaks.

Front Desk Manager

Traci practiced yoga for years before she stepped off the mat. While working at Homestead she has found her way back. HY has been a safe & uplifting space for her to continue her practice.

She’s held member service roles at local boutique fitness studios in the North Atlanta Area over the years and has been with us since day one. She has a personal touch making her studio family feel welcome! When she’s not at the studio making the members smile, she can be found trail walking, hiking around N. Georgia, boating with friends & spending quality time with her family & their 4 dogs.

She shares her love of yoga with her daughter, Lily, who teaches at Homestead durning the summer & on school breaks.