rachel gerould

Rachel’s journey into yoga began in 2016, during a time when she was searching for a way to manage anxiety and reconnect with herself. What started as a personal outlet quickly became something much deeper. A grounding practice that transformed not only how she moved but how she lived. In 2021, she was invited by founder, Courtney Del Vecchio, to join the teaching team at Sweatfluence (formerly Soul Sweat) and what began as a few early morning classes quickly evolved into something much bigger.

Not long after stepping into the studio, Rachel was presented with the opportunity to take on a management role. She embraced it wholeheartedly transitioning from part-time to full-time and pouring her energy, vision and passion into growing the studio and its community. Through that experience, she found not only her voice as a leader, but a deep love for creating spaces where people feel seen, challenged and supported.

Now, Rachel is stepping into her next chapter as the owner of West Hartford Sweatfluence. This expansion is more than just a new location, it’s a reflection of years of dedication, growth and belief in the power of this practice and the community that surrounds it.

For Rachel, yoga is about so much more than movement. It’s about connection, resilience and showing up for yourself on and off the mat. Being part of such a powerful, supportive community is something she values deeply, and she is passionate about continuing to cultivate that energy in West Hartford.

Rachel currently resides along the Connecticut shoreline with her husband, Peter, and their two dogs. While they love their coastal home, they are incredibly excited to become part of the West Hartford community and see where this next chapter leads.