Lexi Heinzer

Co-Founder & Master Trainer

Hi, I’m Lexi!

I’m the co-founder of Lagree Tahoe and a Lagree Master Trainer who certifies and mentors instructors around the world. I’m also a licensed marriage & family therapist, which means I care as much about mental strength and confidence as I do about perfect form. In every class, I weave in mindset tools and motivation so you leave stronger in body and mind.

I also co-founded Lagreeing at Home, a global on-demand platform that lets people experience the Lagree method wherever they are.

When I’m not in the studio or teaching certifications, I’m with my husband and our two little boys—skiing powder days, boating on crystal lakes, traveling to new corners of the world, or hiking mountain trails. Those adventures fuel the energy and joy I bring to every class.

My goal is simple: to help every person feel supported, challenged, and proud of what their body and mind can do—at any age, on any journey.

Kara Pendl

Co-Founder & Instructor

Hi, I’m Kara!

I’m the co-founder of Lagree Tahoe and a lifelong movement enthusiast who has extensively taught Barre, Vinyasa, Hot Yoga, and Sculpt Yoga, and even owned a yoga studio before discovering my true passion: Lagree! The method’s intensity, efficiency, and transformative results won me over, and I’m thrilled to bring it to the Tahoe community.

As an entrepreneur, I’ve built and scaled multiple successful businesses in Austin, and Tahoe. My experience in building brands and cultivating community drives how I envision Lagree Tahoe: not just as a studio, but as a hub for strength, connection, and growth across the entire region.

You’ll find me both behind the mic in class and behind the scenes running operations, always focused on creating a welcoming, high-energy space where people feel challenged and supported.

When I’m not in the studio, I’m usually at Incline Beach, skiing Mt. Rose, hiking with our golden retriever, or working at my ceramics studio, Karacotta Ceramics, here in Incline Village.

My goal is to help Lagree Tahoe become a pillar of the local wellness scene, empowering people of all levels to feel strong, capable, and connected, on and off the machine!