About Me

I am a certified yoga teacher from Richmond B.C. I have my RYT-200 Hour and YHot certification. I have a passion for helping others in obtaining a healthy lifestyle, and bringing balance on and off the mat. My goal is to help empower and inspire all that I can!

What should students expect from your class?

Show up as you are, work with what you’ve got, be present with this moment and this breath, tap deeply into who you really are at the centre of your being, and play from that place!

About Me

I started my yoga journey 20 years ago, and never looked back! I have a background in studio management and yoga therapy, and believe in weaving technical and spiritual layers together for an impactful and awakening experience on the mat. We all come to yoga on different days and at different times for varied reasons, and I deeply believe in supporting the collective in their journey and holding space for “all the things”, as they are! My classes are powerful, deeply supportive, and encourage continual growth.

About Ali:
I’ve been practicing yoga for a decade and have a deep love and reverence for the Yogic path. I’ve had the privilege to teach yoga locally and abroad for the past eight years and have a background in trauma-informed mental health work. I believe that yoga, breath-work and meditation are profound tools to aid us in balancing the nervous system and cultivating a strong relationship between our minds, bodies and spirits. With devoted practice, we can transform inner blockages to align with the transformative strength, wisdom and self-healing that we all innately possess. My intention is to assist you to carve out the space and time to develop a deep sense of listening and presence that will support and carry you throughout your life.”

What should students expect from your classes?
A dynamic, fluid and grounded practice that remains tethered to the breath and anatomically based alignment. Students are encouraged to make the practice their own and find the freedom to authentically express themselves and find release. I weave in layers of depth by leading a class that honours the historical lineage of yoga and principles of philosophy, psychology and mysticism through precise and poignant language.

What should students expect from your class?

Students will breath, elongate, sculpt, strengthen, and stretch in this multi-level low impact Mat Pilates/Ballet Sculpt movement sequence.

About Me

Emily is a proud mother of three and lifelong teacher. She has a Bachelors of Education and taught as a BC School Teacher for over 20 years.

Emily trained as a ballet dancer into her teenage years, took up long distance running as a young adult, and skate skiing in her thirties. Emily found Pilates in 2009 after suffering a back injury. She fell in love with the Pilates System and studied to become a Certified Comprehensive Pilates Instructor through Balanced Body Education. She teaches on the Reformer and Pilates Apparatus Equipment, as well as Mat Pilates and Floor Barre Pilates.

Emily found Yoga in 2022 when she began teaching Pilates at a Yoga studio. She appreciated the profound mind-to-body connection the practice provided. She studied with YYoga and now teaches YHot Yoga.

Emily is known for her strong understanding of anatomy, concise cueing and foundation first teaching. Clients report her classes being “flowy” with layers that make them challenging.

What should students expect from your class?

In my classes, I bring a fun, challenging, and creative practice incorporating various elements of movement that connect the students with themselves. Yoga, to me, is about self-discovery and self-development, and I aim to share that practice with my students.

About Me

Coming from an extensive dance background, yoga has always been a supplemental practice for me for over a decade. I specifically gravitated towards the hot and power styles of yoga because of the challenge that resonates with me. I have been a professional dancer for the past 15 years and currently branching into the choreography and acting world. I’m grateful to have chosen a path which I love deeply. I have been a part of the YYOGA community for several years now and decided to do my 200-hour Teacher Training with YYOGA. I’m also certified in yin and mat pilates, which I have also found a passion for. I believe in different forms of movement and how they can all connect.

Instagram: @alexei_geronimo

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Website: http://alexei-geronimo.com

What should students expect from your class?

A fun, dynamic, all-levels class that will have you feeling balanced, grounded, and energized.

About Me

I fell in love with yoga during my first class and have been practicing ever since. The physical, mental, & spiritual benefits of the practice became an integral part of my life on and off the mat, and teaching was the next step in giving back to the nourishing yoga community. During the pandemic, I took my 200 Hour YTT – a really rewarding and meaningful journey during a challenging time. I specialize in YHot, Flow & Hatha styles, and incorporate elements of nature, self-love & gratitude.

What should students expect from your class?

A lighthearted, thoughtful and dynamic exploration of shapes and breath guided by music to fuel your movement.

About Me

I took my first class in 2003 and quickly found, in the busyness of life, a challenging practice of coming home to myself. Over the years yoga has invited me to come back to the present moment, breathe through tension and grief, increase mobility and flexibility, and build strength. After many years of classes, workshops, and trainings, I began teaching in 2019.

My teaching is influenced and informed by many lineages and modalities including Vinyasa, Flow, Vinyasa Krama, Hatha, Restorative, Iyengar, Anusara, Movement Method, Mindfulness, and Pranayama. My classes are creative and intentional. Each breath, each movement is an opportunity to find balance – between strength and softness, form and function, rigidity and fluidity. I am passionate about daily movement on and off the mat and sharing yoga in community is my favorite way to explore the ways we can move through the world.

Instagram: @janehillyoga

What should students expect from your class?

A challenging but also lighthearted and playful time.

About Me

I am a movement generalist and artist. Over the years, I have dived into a wide range of practices such as Yoga, Acrobatics, and Capoeira. In my teachings, I invite playfulness, curiosity, and a willingness to try and explore new possibilities, regardless of one’s level of practice.

What should students expect from your class?

An opportunity to explore, play, and practice what will help you off the mat.

About Me

I bring to all my classes clear and precise cues, creative sequencing, uplifting ideas, and… myself. I am a cat mama who loves dance and cake, and learning everyday what it means to live a heart-centred life. For every class I teach, I aim to show up fully as myself and ensure that all students feel seen.

I am deeply grateful to my friend who convinced me to try my first yoga class in my early 20’s. Over the years, I have practiced in all sorts of weird spaces and with different teachers from diverse backgrounds. I found that the teachers I kept going back to created a space where I could feel protected enough – free enough – to fully let go and dive deeper. Now in my 7th year of teaching, I hope that I can do the same, and make each class a welcoming space for introspection and exploration.

I completed my 200 Hour Training with Semperviva in 2016, and in addition to short trainings for hands-on assists, Ayurveda, myth, and mantra, I am also working on my 300 Hour Vinyasa Training with Clara Roberts-Oss.

Instagram: @lorettayoga

What should students expect from your class?

Expect a safe space to explore and play, as we connect to our body, mind and spirit.

About Me

I am a Physical Therapist, Strength and Conditioning Coach and Yoga Instructor in Richmond British Columbia. Empowering and helping others move is one of my biggest passions. My love for movement has always been two-fold – I love to move my own body, but I also love to watch others move.

I found yoga in 2010 and I never looked back. It started out as another “workout” and quickly transformed and expanded into all aspects of my life. The “Yin” quality of this practice, balanced out my “Yang”- dominant personality and lifestyle. The mat became my place of stability and gratitude. In 2015 I pursued my teacher training to share this powerful practice with others.

My classes are grounded on proper body alignment, stability, mind-muscle connection and motor control. My goal is to help students gain strength, mobility and balance as they connect physically and spiritually to their higher self.

Instagram: @thephysiquephysio

What should students expect from your class?

A sweaty class with good vibes and lots of connection!

About Me

My name is Robyn, and I am truly honored to be here with you. My wellness journey truly began after some big life changes. I was in a challenging place and my mat was my safe space. I turned to yoga and really started to dig deep. I have learned so much about who I am and what I want to share with you. Life will not always be easy but when we prioritize our minds, bodies, and souls we unlock our full potential to rise. I cannot wait to sweat, connect and thrive with all of you.

What should students expect from your class?

With a grounding presence and an emphasis on sensation and inclusivity, Michelle creates a safe space for students to connect more deeply with themselves. Michelle loves the connections she makes with her students and looks forward to sharing the energetic, mythical and spiritual aspects of yoga. Expect to learn more about the traditional lineage of yoga, yourself, and to laugh a little.

About Me

Michelle is a 500 Hour certified yoga teacher with a deep passion for the mind-body connection. Her journey with yoga began as a way to calm anxiety and cultivate presence and it has evolved into a practice of self discovery and energetic awareness. She has been mentored by and is deeply inspired by the teachings of Crystal Rainbow Borrelli.