Meet your teachers.

I’m so happy you’re here. Before I dive into all the ways I’d love to support you, I figured I’d share 5 mini-facts about me so we can start to get to know each other: I’m OBSESSED with limes and literally squeeze them into everything! My hair is messy 99% of the time (and I actually prefer it that way) Sweatpants are my outfit of choice (always!) …

Just an ordinary girl doing something she loves Alison began practicing yoga in 2016 to support her change for a healthier lifestyle. Her body and mind were simply in tangles. Nothing seemed to ease the discomfort quite like coming to her mat. With her commitment to practice, she quickly realized how beneficial it was to check out from the noisy da…

Amanda teaches yoga and barre at Yogashala Wellness Centre.

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I am a Montessori educator and life long learner. I have always been passionate about learning and have hoped to instill this same love of learning in all of my students. My ongoing educational pursuits have spanned over many years from my Montessori teaching certification to Masters degree to specializing in Special Education. Constantly expanding…

Ann teaches at Yogashala Wellness Centre.

Annisa teaches at Yogashala Wellness Centre.

A recipient of Burlington’s Civic Recognition Award for International Achievements, Barb is an experienced and committed educator with a passion for the arts and yoga and a vocation for instilling a love of learning to assist people in finding personal wellness and performance excellence. Barb’s passion for health and mind/body wellness began at th…

FRONT DESK Beth started practicing yoga at Yogashala a few times a week for a little self care. She fell in love with the yoga community as well as the peace and connection it brought to herself. Through yoga she explored multiple modalities of healing and self care with Reiki, meditation, sound healing and breath-work. These techniques have helped…

Carmen began her yoga journey in 2012, initially seeking a form of fitness following the birth of her second child. During this time, yoga became a vital support system, helping her navigate emotional, mental, and physical challenges. Inspired by the profound impact it had on her life, she pursued her Yoga Teacher Training in 2013 under the guidanc…

With over 20 years of dedicated yoga practice, Cheri brings a wealth of knowledge, heart, and experience to her teaching. Rooted in the Iyengar and Hatha traditions, she completed her 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training with Barb Leese and holds a 500-hour certification from Purna Yoga College in Seattle, Washington. Cheri continues her advanced studies…

Yoga has brought me peace internally and has allowed me to be more present in my life and everything I do. After a sudden death in my family in 2018 my life changed I needed something new so I joined a yoga studio for the first time, always being active playing sports and going to the gym I tried yoga. When I came to my mat and experienced how powe…

Cindy returned to yoga, after many years absence, as a way to quiet her mind, relieve stress and dedicate time just to herself. She didn't anticipate how much that mindfulness, self awareness and feeling of calm would continue beyond the mat. Cindy joined Yogashala in 2014 as a member and Energy Exchanger. Eager to learn more and delve deeper into …

Cindy teaches at Yogashala Wellness Centre.

I have practiced yoga on and off for the last 10 years and when life got busy it was pushed aside. Beginning to feel lost, battling depression and anxiety I had the encouragement from my loved ones to find my way back onto my mat and I haven’t looked back. Yoga has helped me find mental and emotional strength on my path to self-discovery and I am a…

I feel extremely blessed to have found yoga in my life, as a tool for quieting the mind and exploring the body’s potential. Yoga has given me insight into myself that I don’t believe would have been possible without it. My personal struggles with bipolar disorder and addiction have provided the opportunity to discover yoga as an amazing healing too…

Erica teaches Pilates at the Yogashala Pilates Studio.

Jackie Gaulton, E-RYT 200, RYT 500, YACEP Yoga has provided me with a priceless gift that continues to guide me, both mentally and physically, to be the best version of myself I can be. Yoga is, in my opinion, about possibilities and potential, challenge and change. It's an ongoing process of discovery that continues to inspire and motivate me. As …

Jade teaches Pilates at the Yogashala Pilates Studio.

Movement has always been a huge part of my life! I grew up as a competitive dancer and soccer player, I love skiing in the winters with my family, and golfing in the summers. During my fourth year of university, I discovered Pilates — and it was love at first class. The flow, technique, and mind-body connection reminded me so much of my dance backg…

Janet teaches yoga at Yogashala Wellness Centre.

Jazz teaches at Yogashala Wellness Centre.

Jennifer first stepped onto a yoga mat more than 25 years ago, looking for an activity to complement her aerobic exercise routine. What she discovered was something far more magical: the remarkable way yoga relaxed her body, quieted her busy mind, and created space for greater well-being. Since then, yoga has been a constant source of strength, resilience, and joy. Her mat has become a sanctuary where she can ground herself, reflect, process life’s challenges, strengthen her body, explore new possibilities, and reconnect with what matters most.

Inspired by the profound impact yoga had on her life, Jennifer completed her 200-hour Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) training in the Anusara tradition and began teaching in 2014. Her commitment to lifelong learning later led her to mindfulness meditation, further deepening her understanding of the mind-body connection. Today, she also facilitates mindfulness-based programs as a healthcare professional at a local hospital, supporting others in cultivating resilience, self-compassion, and overall well-being.

Jennifer’s classes thoughtfully weave together yoga, mindfulness, and compassion to create a welcoming and supportive environment where students can slow down, move with intention, and develop a deeper connection with themselves. She believes yoga is more than a physical practice; it is a pathway for self-inquiry and a resource for navigating life with greater awareness, clarity, and ease. Each class is guided by a meaningful theme or story that encourages curiosity, reflection, and practical insights that extend beyond the mat and into everyday life.

When she is not teaching or facilitating mindfulness programs, Jennifer enjoys spending time in her garden, experimenting with new baking recipes, and finding joy in the simple rhythms of daily life.

Jordan teaches barre and yoga at Yogashala Wellness Centre.

Judi started over 40 years ago in the Fitness industry teaching Step, Spin, and Fitness classes, progressing to taking her Personal Training Certification. Her success as a Personal Trainer then led her to training and certifying Fitness Instructors and Personal Trainers for Can-Fit -Pro, as well as running Fitness Programs for various facilities. …

As a competitive dancer for 20 years, movement has always been my way of expressing, connecting, and grounding myself. After spending 18 years in the corporate world working in HR, I hit a point where I knew something had to shift. My body was in pain, and so was my spirit. I needed more than just a new job—I needed a new way of being. That’s when …

Katherine teaches yoga at Yogashala Wellness Centre.

Kayla is a certified yoga and Pilates instructor with a deep appreciation for movement that connects you to yourself. With years of experience in both disciplines, she blends classical principles with modern flow to create balanced, challenging, and transformative classes. Whether it’s your first class or your 100th, Kayla meets you exactly where y…

I began practicing yoga with the intention of improving my physical health, but quickly discovered that it had a much deeper impact on my overall wellbeing and the benefits extended far beyond the mat. In 2021, I decided to pursue my 200hr YTT and fell in love with Hatha-based classes and found joy in teaching them. Over the years, yoga has taken o…

Laura is a firm believer that yoga enters into your life exactly when you need it most. When the world is spinning a little too fast around you this beautiful practice arrives, reminding you to come back to the present and breathe. Yoga found Laura during a challenging period that left her completely lost in life and disconnected with her self. A d…

I would have to say the practice of yoga found me. The year after I was involved in a car accident, a long-time friend suggested that I try a Power Yoga class which pivoted my life in a new and unexpected way. To this day, I’ll never forget the feeling I had after leaving class - I was in total bliss. It was life altering in a sense of physically, …

Linda teaches TRX and yoga at Yogashala Wellness Centre.

/ YOGA TEACHER Lindsay Gordon’s journey with yoga began in 2008, igniting a passion that transcended the physical benefits to deeply enrich her mind, heart, and soul. Extensive travels, especially in Nicaragua, where she completed her teacher training, provided her with greater clarity, abundance, and self-awareness. She studied under diverse teach…

Lindsey’s love for yoga flourished when she was faced with some challenging times in her life. She was busy working as a teacher, being a mom and wife at home but the kicker came when she was faced with how best to support her aging parents struggling to cope with dementia… Balancing life was difficult and yoga provided the reminder to take time fo…

Lisa has walked the path of natural health and holistic healing for more than 30 years. What began in the world of fitness blossomed into a lifelong devotion to yoga, consciousness, and the subtle realms of energy. Trained in multiple yoga traditions throughout North & Central America, she is trained in Vinyasa, Hatha, Yin, and Restorative practice…

Louise has been a fitness instructor for over 18 years. She has enjoyed coaching and encouraging participants both in the water and on land. Louise decided to participate in yoga about 8 years ago for her own enjoyment and well being. Three years ago,she took the plunge and joined YTT at Yogashala to become an instructor. Since completing the progr…

I came to yoga when I was just 18 years old. As a former dancer I was naturally drawn to yoga and all it has to offer. I completed my 200 hour teacher training in Hawaii in 2010, and I completed Baron Baptiste’s level 1 training in 2012. Both experiences were life changing and I am extremely grateful for those opportunities. Yoga helps calm my mind…

Sandra has focused a large portion of her professional career on health, wellness and caring for other who have been impacted by illness. For over 20 years Sandra has dedicated her attention to bringing yoga and meditation into the process of recovery for her patients, health professionals and others who are looking to optimize their ability to hea…

Sarah is a yoga teacher and lifelong student who has been sharing yoga, movement, and meditation for 17 years. She offers anatomy-based movement, slow vinyasa flow, restorative and prenatal yoga, as well as women’s circles, with a focus on creating welcoming, supportive spaces where people of all experience levels can feel at ease.

Inspired by yoga philosophy and meditation, Sarah encourages students to build a deeper connection with themselves and discover practical ways to bring these teachings into everyday life.

She has taught throughout Canada and internationally, and continues to study yoga, women’s wellness, and psychology, bringing fresh insights and a thoughtful approach to her classes.

Outside the studio, Sarah loves spending time with her family, exploring nature, traveling, and gathering around good food with the people she loves.

I specialize in Bowen. A unique hands-on therapy that resets the nervous system, offering a natural approach to pain reduction. This powerful modality is free from drugs and side effects. Due to its immense effectiveness, it has gained widespread acceptance among a diverse range of health care professionals and patients globally. We firmly believe …

“ I decided to pursue my passion for yoga after graduating college. I completed my 200hr Yoga Teacher Training in Hatha and Hot yoga in 2017. Since then, I have been expanding my practice and exploring new ways to connect with others in the world of wellness. In 2021 I became a certified Holistic Health Coach through the Institute of Integrative Nu…

I have been practicing yoga for over 20 years. I completed my 200-hour YTT course through Balance Yoga Studio, graduating in 2008. Since then, I have furthered my education through several courses, adding to my portfolio such disciplines as Yin Yoga, Somatic Yoga, Restorative Yoga, Prenatal Yoga, Chair Yoga, Barre, Strength Training and Functional Training. I continue to learn different techniques to incorporate into the classes I teach so I can offer the best experience for all who join me on the mat. Over the years, I have enhanced my home practice by adding strength and functional exercises, creating Yoga Fusion—this class has been a favourite of mine to teach. Helping my clients become stronger through this practice has been so rewarding.

I am also a Registered Holistic Nutritionist. Through this training, I have learned the body needs more than just a physical practice; we need to heal ourselves from the inside out.

“Tammy is an enthusiastic and well-prepared instructor who is confident, professional, and clear in her teaching. Tammy has a soothing and friendly manner that helps her students feel an intimacy and connectedness in her classes.”

Wendy came to yoga over 17+ years ago when she was expecting her second child. It was suggested to her by her doctors that she try it. Little did Wendy know it would become a huge part of her life. Yoga has taught Wendy so many wonderful things. It has shown her how to be more calm and patient. Both great things when you are a stay at home mom of t…