Our Staff
Yoga
Tara Briggs
Meet Tara Briggs, a certified yoga instructor with nine years of experience teaching Vinyasa, meditation, and breathwork in a variety of wellness settings. Tara is trained in trauma-informed practices and is dedicated to creating a calm and supportive space where students feel safe, welcomed, and encouraged to move at their own pace. Her teaching approach emphasizes mindfulness, stress relief, and reconnecting with the body in a grounded and compassionate way.
At Sandmagination, Tara leads yoga in the sand, offering a gentle and stabilizing practice that strengthens balance and promotes emotional well-being. Her classes invite students to slow down, breathe deeply, and find presence in the moment, making them accessible for both beginners and experienced practitioners.
Selena Natale
Meet Selena Natale, a certified yoga instructor (RYT 200, RCYT 95) with training from South Boston Yoga and a deep passion for nurturing wellbeing through movement and mindfulness. Raised in Quincy, MA, Selena grew up in her mother’s all-women’s fitness center, where she learned early how supportive, caring environments can shape confidence and community. Her work as both a nanny and yoga teacher revealed how meaningful yoga can be for children and families, supporting emotional balance, creativity, and self-awareness.
At Sandmagination, Selena brings her calm and playful teaching style to yoga in the sand, offering classes that help both children and adults connect more deeply with their bodies and breath. Her sessions encourage a sense of curiosity, grounding, and gentle strength, creating space for students to slow down and feel supported.
Sandmagineers
Katerina Krumova, PhD
Meet Katerina Krumova, Co-Founder and CEO of Sandmagination. Katerina has a strong background in science and education, with experience teaching both high school and college students. Her passion for child development and hands-on learning inspired the vision behind Sandmagination, where sensory play becomes a meaningful and engaging way for children to explore, create, and grow.
At Sandmagination, Katerina focuses on creating a space that feels supportive, inclusive, and joy-centered. She designs experiences that encourage curiosity and confidence, making sure every child and family feels welcomed and encouraged to play freely.
Jason Stadtlander
Jason oversees the daily operations, technology systems, and guest experience, making sure families feel at ease from the moment they arrive. His goal is to create an environment where children can play openly while parents can relax, connect, and enjoy the space together.
Ariana Noe
Meet Ariana, Sandmagineer at Sandmagination. Ariana is a Psychology major at UMass Boston with extensive experience working with children. She is pursuing a lifelong career in child psychology and brings a warm, supportive presence to every interaction.
Ariana loves being part of Sandmagination because it gives children the chance to explore their creativity through hands-on STEM activities that make learning fun and exciting. She is dedicated to helping create an environment where kids feel inspired to imagine, play, and discover.
Amanda Davis
Meet Amanda Davis, a member of our Sandmagineer team who brings kindness, patience, and genuine care to every interaction. Amanda has spent her life working closely with people, from the service industry to her work as an EMT and caregiver. Her heart has always been with children, and she loves creating a welcoming environment where they can play freely and be themselves.
As a mother to an 8-year-old son, Amanda understands the importance of safe, joyful spaces that encourage imagination. At Sandmagination, she enjoys helping children explore, discover, and experience moments of wonder. She believes there is something truly magical about seeing the world through a child’s eyes, and she brings that sense of warmth and appreciation to each family who visits.
