Meet All Teachers

I'm a full-time engineer turned full-time yoga and Pilates teacher, passionate about functional movement, strength building, and mobility. I teach at Pure Yoga, Mat Lab Glebe, Yogatown, SoulSpeak, and Altea, offering anatomy-focused, dynamic, and playful classes. My high-energy playlists pull from house music, queer icons, and cinematic soundscapes to keep the vibe elevated. You have nothing to prove in my class-just move, breathe, and feel good. Every session ends with gratitude for the movement our bodies give us.

Ally's passion for movement is rooted in a lifelong dedication to exploring the body's potential. With a background in kinesiology, her teaching reflects a deep understanding of biomechanics paired with embodied experience. Known for her attention to detail and unconventional movements, Ally guides students to notice the subtleties of practice. Drawing from extensive training in yoga, martial arts, and Pilates, her classes weave together the art and science of movement, offering a truly unique and enriching practice.

Adam has been in the fitness and health industry for over 15 years now and has been the Founder and President of The Fitness Lab since it’s beginning on May 7, 2016. He started off when he was 17 years old helping out around a local gym and soon recognized his passion to work in the field. He attended St. Lawrence College in Kingston and received his Fitness and Health Promotion Diploma, his CSEP-CPT (Canadian Society of Exercise and Physiology- Certified Personal Trainer), as well as his FRC (Functional Range Conditioning certification). Over the last decade, he has worked alongside numerous clients, professional athletes, and celebrities around the city to help them achieve their goals. He specializes in athletic training and has worked with athletes in a variety of different sports and leagues such as the CFL, OHL, NCAA, ECHL, AHL, and NHL. Adam is a lululemon legacy ambassador, a leader in the sweat community, and plans to continue to grow the LAB brand as big as he can.

Hello, my name is Anne-Marie Audet - The SOUND YOGI. Mom, yoga teacher, sound facilitator, and lover of all things sparkly! ||My friends would describe me as energetic, passionate, creative, intuitive, spiritual, lover of nature and adventure, definitely weird but in a good way...as in she likes to keep life fun, silly and interesting...I mean I play the GONG soooooo enough said ;)||My journey has led me many places, but after many many burnouts and subsequent awakenings, I am on a path of self-discovery, authenticity, and healing. I want to share my heartfelt creations and genuine excitement with the world, and if I'm lucky it might feed a soul or two along the way. ||Follow the charm and shine strong!

Amber Stratton is the co-owner and founder of Pure Yoga, Pure Kitchen, Framework, Pure Fit and creator of two online platforms. Her goal is to inspire young entrepreneurs to follow their dreams. Amber completed her yoga teacher training in 2006. Her love for movement fuels her soul. She is a passionate, creative thinker who loves to share ideas and encourage others to grow, evolve and do the continuous work towards becoming the best version of ourselves.

Amanda is a passionate Pilates instructor with years of experience in the wellness space. Known for her welcoming approach and enthusiasm, she creates classes that focus on building strength, flexibility, and overall well-being through Pilates. Whether she is leading you through a private session from her home studio, guiding you virtually through her online classes, or teaching to a group at Pure Yoga/ Yogatown, she is giving it all to ensure you are getting the best workout, while having the most fun.

Alaysha Mahmutoglu is a Canadian-based artist, yoga teacher and wellness creator reconnecting humans with their heart as they heal their past. Having experienced childhood trauma and substance abuse, her story of sobriety, self discovery and success as a full time artist serves to inspire physical and emotional wellbeing in creative artists and art-lovers alike.

Anna Pearson is a store manager at lululemon who is passionate about movement and mental health

With over a decade of teaching experience, Aleysha Derksen specializes in handstands, inversions, and the art of transformation through movement. She has led dozens of inversion workshops all around the world, helping students discover new areas of strength, confidence, and play. As the founder of In Alignment Yoga School in Bali, Aleysha is passionate about teaching yoga as a tool for self-discovery and personal evolution. Her greatest joy? Helping you tap into your magic. Because your power isn't somewhere outside of you - it's already within. All you have to do is go in and get it!

Hello I am Anna!! I am the founder of FWRD MVMT, an Ottawa wellness brand rooted in movement, mindfulness, breathwork, spirituality, and community connection. My journey with movement has always been deeply personal-it's where I feel strong, grounded, and most connected to show up as my authentic myself. Teaching is an extension of that passion, and since 2023, I have been guiding others through yoga and mat pilates, blending strength, fluidity, and intentional rest. My classes are designed to empower, uplift, and restore, combining dynamic movement with deep breathwork, live music, and sensory elements like aromatherapy and mindful intention-setting. With FWRD MVMT, I strive to create immersive experiences that go beyond the mat-spaces where people can reconnect with themselves, build resilience, and leave feeling more aligned, both physically and mentally. Bringing this experience to City of OM would be an honor, allowing me to share my love for movement, community, and mindful connection in a space that embodies these same values.

Brenda Murphy is a skilled and compassionate teacher with over 50 years of practice. Brenda is known for her expertise and technical knowledge as well as her gentle weaving of yogic philosophy into each class. Her voice, intuition and thematic explorations allow students of all levels experience transcendental shifts in consciousness. She has taught people from all over the world and her training has taken her to ashrams in India and the US

Bronwyn started practicing Yoga at a very young age. When she was only nine, Bronwyn was diagnosed with Lupus; a life-altering auto immune disease that left her fighting for survival through emergency surgeries and long therapy. Her Mom introduced her to the self-healing power of Yoga and Bronwyn turned her life around with a focus on balance and vitality.||Bronwyn studied Yoga in Rishikesh, India and began teaching over 8 years ago. She confidently delivers challenging and inspiring Yoga classes, each one a reflection of her joyful character and powerful spirit. Best of all, Bronwyn is always eager to share her love of Yoga.

Brittany Bryden grew up as a competitive soccer player and dancer, who danced professionally in her early 20s. After an injury, she found yoga and credits it for changing her life. She completed her yoga teacher training at the Downward Dog Yoga Center in Toronto and has been teaching for over a decade. Brittany loves creating fun and accessible classes for everyone. Over the years, she has earned certifications in Pilates, pre and postnatal fitness, and Lagree - among others. She believes in being a student first, constantly exploring new ideas to deepen her understanding of the body.

Ciara Beaton is a yoga and movement teacher, thai yoga masseuse and beader. She started teaching in 2011 and have been practicing avidly for two decades. Beyond her first 200 hour Power Yoga Teacher Training in 2011, Ciara has also completed certifications for Yin Yoga, Level 1 Prenatal, Advanced Vinyasa, Level 1 Thai Massage and Acro Yoga {plus countless hours of non-YTT continuing education}. With a deep love for self nourishment, mindfulness and movement, Ciara is dedicated to offering a lighthearted, creative and empowering practice for you to fall in love with...a practice that is deliberately designed to encourage you to heal, connect with yourself and awaken to exactly how amazing your body, mind and spirit are meant to feel.

Carla Filoso teaches classes at Pure Yoga and Framework. She is well known for her playlists - Carla loves a fun track paired with side-to-side hops, skaters, and jacks. Her teaching style encourages form and strong foundations. Expect an energizing and uplifting experience with sweaty beats, leaving you feeling motivated, empowered, and completely revitalized.

Hi, I am Christopher Kerr (@poppakerr) living through my personal commitment to be the best, healthiest version of myself on my healing journey with a fired up passion to support and encourage other humans to live healthier, happier, stronger lives. I am a single father to 3 plus 1 teenagers, dogs, and cats. Every session with me will guide you to connect with your body offering some challenge to build up your capabilities and some peaceful relaxing stretches to sooth whatever stress you may have in your body, offering space where you may let go of some stored tension. Always incorporating guided breath throughout each posture and providing an opportunity to experience a taste of how powerful breathwork can be to release stress while calming a wandering mind to focus and relax. My hope is to leave with each participant a determination to do a little more every day wherever you are on your personal journey finding what healthy habits will impact your life positively and have an echoing impact to everyone around you. Let's get up and go get it!

Why I train — To challenge my physical and mental strength Voice inside my head — What can I do next?

Drez Slezak is a DJ/Producer, Costa Rica born & now based out of Ottawa. Drez is inspired by earth healing sounds & rhythms that tap into the psyche. He is the Founder and Managing Director at Sonic Springs Music & Arts Festival, and the Co-Owner of Sonic Yoga.

Erika Miller is a passionate yoga teacher, retreat planner, and travel enthusiast who loves blending movement, mindfulness, and adventure. She brings a deep appreciation for both the physical and energetic aspects of yoga, weaving in themes of self-love, subtle body awareness, and breathwork. Erika's classes are welcoming, down-to-earth, and designed to help students feel both grounded and inspired.

Mandie Vossenberg is a fitness professional and trauma informed trainer with 7+ years of experience. Her work marries her passion for movement and connection, with her background in social work and community organizing. She is the owner of Collective Movement, a step, strength, and personal training studio, and lives in Ottawa with her husband and two cats. ||Ellie (she/her) is a proud Yoga for All certified instructor with a passion for creating safe welcoming yoga classes for all bodies and experience levels. Coming from a background in dance, Ellie was first drawn to yoga as a way to integrate movement and creativity back into her life with a mix of strength, stability, and mobility for injury prevention. Ellie is a firm believer that there is no full expression of any yoga pose - there is only your expression of the pose. Her mission as a teacher is to encourage students to explore their expression of each pose so that it feels good and welcome in each individual body. Outside of yoga, you might find Ellie falling off her paddleboard, tap dancing, and spending time at local coffee shops, breweries and vineyards.

Giselle Fernandez - Founder of YogiBeatz Giselle is a dancer, kids yoga instructor, mindfulness coach, and the heart behind YogiBeatz. With over five years of experience teaching kids' yoga, she blends movement, music, and mindfulness to create fun, engaging classes that spark joy and connection.

Imad Khaddaj is a holistic healer and teacher whose work blends the ancient traditions of Yin Yoga, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Reiki, Tui Na massage, and meditation. Rooted in mysticism, Daoist philosophy, and Tantric Buddhist practices, Imad offers a healing space where the body, mind, and spirit can return to balance. With a deep reverence for the nature of energy and the intelligence of the body, Imad invites students and clients into embodied stillness—where transformation unfolds through presence, breath, and awareness. His teachings are not just about movement or technique, but about returning to the sacred, the intuitive, and the real. Whether leading trainings, guiding healing sessions, or holding space in meditation, Imad’s approach is grounded, compassionate, and deeply connected to the unseen dimensions of life. His mission is to help others reconnect with their inner wisdom, release what no longer serves, and awaken the life they are meant to live.

Julie found Yoga to help with her own healing journey. An extreme wrist injury, a battle with an eating disorder and a struggle with her critically ill child led her to Yoga as a means of therapy - that's when she found her Ashtanga Practice. She studied with some of the world's foremost Yoga instructors including David Swenson, David Williams, Reema Datta, Yogrishi Vishvketu and Danny Paradise. Julie has now been teaching Yoga professionally for over twenty years. Her instinct and joy is to bring care as well as love to everyone; she's discovered that learning and sharing Yoga is her life's work!|

John King is the Owner and Director of Monkey Rock Music. He has enjoyed being a professional musician and teacher for many years. He began teaching young children in a private English school and day care in Japan. During his 5 years in Japan he worked with and taught kids as young as 6 months old. Since returning from Japan, John has accumulated years of experience teaching music to young people ranging in age from 5 years old to as young as 5 weeks old!

Javed is a multidisciplinary Designer, Author, and Entrepreneur, passionate about crafting meaningful experiences at the intersection of technology, health, and human connection. As the Head of Product Design at a health-tech startup, he leads innovative design strategies that merge usability with impact. Author of Letters from an Insomniac, his book offers a sanctuary for those navigating the beautiful, messy, and often contradictory nature of the human experience. Delving into topics like, Love, Fate, Masculinity, Emotional Intelligence, Grief, Fear, Regret, it is a book for those seeking solace in the complicated relationship they have with themselves and the world around them.

Jill Wright is an author, podcaster, and speaker who helps busy professionals, parents, and students find balance, reduce burnout, and create the lives they desire through holistic time management. As a sought-after speaker and workshop facilitator, Jill shares her expertise through engaging talks and workshops. Her work empowers individuals to integrate self-care, create systems for personal and professional success, and reclaim their energy for a more intentional life.

Jonathan Rose made a football career out of beating the odds, ultimately earning himself a special place in Ottawa REDBLACKS history, and in the hearts of fans around the region. Beginning in 2016, Rose worked his way onto the starting defence, where he remained until 2019, in which time, he recorded all nine of his career interceptions. In 2021, Jonathan played with the Edmonton Elks. He retired from the CFL in 2024... as a REDBLACK!

Jason Nowlan is a CanfitPro certified personal trainer who has worked with sports teams, world class power lifters, national bodybuilders, cross fitters, physio therapists, and RMTs - among others. He has a love for helping people discover a lifestyle that is fun and sustainable.

Jen Dalgleish is the co-owner of Pure Yoga Ottawa as well as co-host the Pure Life Podcast. When thinking about yoga, she says yoga has given her more balance in her life, and that every time she steps on to the mat she embraces that new experience.

Jenna Ladd is the owner of Iron North Studio. As a strength, cycling and endurance coach, she brings a wide scope of knowledge to her athletes who are training for the first time or looking to achieve a personal best and beyond. Jenna is a mom and an athlete herself, working hard to perform in both marathons and iron distances for triathlons. She recently competed in the Marathon des sables, a week-long 257 km ultramarathon in the Sahara Desert.

Hailing from the Westcoast, Julia has been teaching Yoga, Pilates, and movement practices for over 14 years. She's certified as a 500RYT, STOTT Pilates teacher, an Integral Nutritional Health Coach, and doula amongst many other things. Having taught from Vancouver and Vancouver Island to Newfoundland, the Middle East, Mexico, and now Ottawa, she has seen the way yoga can reach different people around the world; this global view and understanding certainly influences her teaching style. At the end of each class, she ultimately wants her students to leave with a deeper level of self-awareness, patience, compassion, playfulness, and perhaps of feeling good in their own skin.

Joanna Heyse is a Functional Medicine & Integrative Nutrition Naturopath. In her clinical practice, she supports clients in restoring their vitality by addressing the root causes of chronic health issues. Her focus centers on the physiological impacts of chronic stress and trauma, as well as burnout and gut health—especially how these affect high-achieving individuals under sustained pressure. Blending science, compassion, and a systems-based approach, Joanna helps people reclaim energy, restore balance, and reconnect with their full potential.

Julie Parker is a coach at The Rig, where among other classes she teaches Box & Barre. She's passionate about group fitness - and group fitness classes! Get ready for a high-energy workout, with sick beats and bass that will leave you feeling like a badass.

Hi, I'm Kyanna, a 29-year-old Jamaican Canadian yoga instructor from Ottawa. My mission is to empower students to embrace their individuality, both on and off the mat. I believe yoga is about living authentically and celebrating every moment no matter the walk of life. My journey has deepened my love for the history of yoga, and I'm excited to share this beautiful knowledge and healing with my community. See you on the mat !

Kethy (she/her) is a Cameroonian/Canadian 200hr Certified Yoga Teacher with a background in Ashtanga and Vinyasa Hatha Yoga. She is the co-founder of the BIPOC Yogis of Ottawa project (www.bipocyogisottawa.ca ) and a devoted supporter of the 24-Hr Yogapalooza project, which raises money and awareness for childhood cancer research in partnership with Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario - CHEO (www.24hryogapalooza.ca/our-mission ). If you can, make a donation towards kids cancer research here: https://cheofoundation.donordrive.com/participant/37437

I bring over 20 years of experience in bodywork, energy healing, business coaching, and Breathwork. Having mentored with industry-leading teachers, I've facilitated hundreds of 1:1 and group Breathwork sessions and trained over 50 facilitators. This practice has not only healed me but allowed me to witness the incredible depth of human expression, helping individuals reclaim their authentic selves. Breathwork is a powerful portal that transforms pain into liberation, allowing us to transcend personal and collective conditioning. Through this training, you'll gain the tools to access and guide others toward their fullest expression.

Meet Katherine Markhauser, the face behind Chelsea's newest gym; Chelsea Athletica. Growing up in Chelsea, Quebec, Katherine alongside with her two older brothers opened up the doors to Chelsea Athletica; a boutique fitness gym offering strength and conditioning, mat pilates, yoga and more! Katherine wears all many hats in the business from manager, to group fitness instructor, social media manager and mat pilates instructor to a name a few. Her love for fitness started at a young age, growing up as competitive sprint paddler in Chelsea, she eventually hung up the paddle and turned to continuing on with fitness in the gym and on the mat. Her mat classes blend all the best parts of contemporary pilates and strength-based training, bringing it all together to create a burn while focusing on one muscle group at a time.

Lucille is a Registered Social Worker Psychotherapist, Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher, and an Ayurvedic Wellness Practitioner who is interested in the overall well-being and harmonious interconnectedness of all that exists. It is her passion to be of service to others by creating a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere that supports happiness, wellbeing and healing through a holistic and cross-cultural approach that integrates practical tools, modern psychological theories and ancient wisdom. With a background in Sociology and International Relations, Lucille's early work focused on a multidisciplinary approach to social, political, economic and environmental issues affecting all levels of society, from the local to the global level. After working in several institutions which focused primarily on the macro level of change, she realized that the essence of her being was to work at the individual level as well. When she realized the important relationship between transforming and liberating both the individual and the global level together – she decided to complete a Master’s in Social Work to provide both counselling and psychotherapeutic services while being aware of structural realities that may impact an individual’s sense of happiness and overall well being. Since 2006, which is when she was diagnosed with MS, she has been on an ongoing healing journey for both personal and professional reasons. Lucille strongly believes that it is essential for therapists to do our own healing work if we are to support others in their journeys. Throughout her own journey, and especially when connecting with the spiritual dimension of her being, Lucille continue's to learn about the possible mind-body connections of dis-ease and illness. This increased awareness provides her with an empowering sense of hope, which helps her overcome the mental and emotional distresses often experienced when living with MS. And so, when she discovered the mind-body healing and transformational benefits of integrating a holistic approach into both her personal and professional journey, she first became a Yoga teacher, and then continued on to learn about Ayurveda — first as an Ayurvedic Counsellor and then as an Ayurvedic Practitioner. She continues to be a dedicated student of Yoga, Ayurveda, and Psychotherapy. Throughout this journey, Lucille continues to cultivate compassion through her spiritual nature so that she can heal her Self, and contribute to the healing of our world as she works in service to others. In addition to being of service and deepening her yoga practice, she loves to walk with her family, cook, laugh and explore with curiosity external and inner worlds.

Madeleine has been practicing yoga and meditation for over 20 years. Having had the chance to receive the teachings of great masters such as Jon Kabat-Zinn, Pema Chodron, Nicole Bordeleau, Eckhart Tolle and Deepak Chopra, she immersed herself body and soul in the Buddhist universe, completing the Buddhism Through Its Scriptures course at Harvard University. Added to his arc is the writing and production of the bilingual app Meditations Rose Buddha, and the successful books À go, on ralentit and À 10 minutes du Bonheur (Éditions de l'Homme 2019-2021). Madeleine guides a number of meditation and yoga retreats, in addition to being at the head of the largest well-being gathering in Quebec, MIRACLES, la Grande Retraite.

I’ve been teaching yoga full-time for 15 years to the young and old. It would be an honour to guide your journey!

Maddie was an athletic little misfit as a kid, getting kicked out of Sparks/Brownies for distracting the other girls inventing games when she wasn't interested in the planned activity. Her career spanned hospitality, sales, retail operations for skincare company, and event /project planning and marketing for top Canadian entrepreneurs from Dragons Den and Entrepreneurs Organization. As an executive assistant for 10 years she learned to manage the most demanding of schedules and get very strategic about protecting the focus and energy of company leaders to keep them operating at their best. Her creative, make-your-own-rules mindset drew her to equally nimble and high growth entrepreneurs and companies. She crafted a proactive, holistic approach to time and energy management that worked so effectively for her and her exec that she began teaching the rest of her team, peers and then clients to do it for themselves. She believes that taking care of your wellbeing and home life with the same strategic, proactive mindset as you do your business,'grows the pie' of time and energy for what matters most, expanding capacity by working with your natural rhythms and taking advantage of peak performance times. She now shares her knowledge and tactics with the masses, teaching individuals and teams to value and focus their time better like successful entrepreneurs do. You don't need a $100K executive assistant to steal the tactics

Mandie Vossenberg is the owner and operator of Collective Movement. She is a Strength, Signature, and Mobility Instructor, as well as a NASM Certified Trauma Informed Personal Trainer. Mandie brings heart, soul and great music to every class she teaches.

Marianna is a certified yoga teacher with specialized training in Yoga Nidra. Inspired by the subconscious mind, inner wisdom, mysticism, and psychology, she believes that accessing our inner landscape is key to healing and growth. She creates a welcoming space where students can explore this deeper connection through guided Yoga Nidra and meditation. Marianna currently teaches on Insight Timer, offering accessible sessions designed to support rest, reflection, and nervous system regulation.

Megan has been teaching yoga and movement in Ottawa for over 10 years. Whether it's yoga, dance or fitness, Megan aims to support people in tuning into their bodies. She specializes in feel good movement and bangin' playlists. Megan has over 1,000 hours of training in multiple modalities and has worked with leading yoga teachers across the world. |

Mikaela is a movement guide, mentor, and the founder of Evolve Retreats. With over a decade of experience teaching yoga, four years specializing in Pilates, and leading her signature retreats since 2019, she is deeply committed to guiding others on their journey of self-discovery. Mikaela's soul-driven mission is to support others in reconnecting with purpose, joy, and the power of creation-reminding them that they are the architects of their own lives. She thrives on deep connections, learning from others, and holding space for growth, transformation, and self-expression. Her approach blends depth and playfulness, creating an environment where personal growth is both profound and joyful, embracing the endless possibilities life has to offer.

Indian classical musicians , as well as Kirtan and Bhajan, which form the foundation of music in yoga. For the past 20 years, my music school has been helping yoga teachers and musicians incorporate music into yoga and Kirtan. I sing in 12 languages and have performed worldwide. I would love to be part of your community, offering performances and workshops on vocal techniques, harmonium, Kirtan, and musical styles. I also hold multiple degrees in Indian classical music..www.mushfiqarts.com

For over 20 years, Natasha Moine has been exploring the intersection of yoga, nutrition, and energy, driven by a deep passion for helping women feel vibrant in mind, body, and soul. She specializes in guiding women to reconnect with their bodies through creative movement, breath, and holistic wellness practices. In addition to her 200-hour yoga teacher certification, Natasha has deepened her expertise with over 1000 additional hours of training, including SHERPA Breath + Cold Level 1 in Austin, TX, Holistic Nutrition certification from the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition, Functional Range Conditioning (FRC) + Mobility Training in Los Angeles, Advanced Vinyasa and Advanced Reiki in Ottawa, Kula Yoga in NYC, Level 1 Tantra, and an Advanced EFT (Tapping) Practitioner certification in Texas. In her classes, Natasha blends ancient yogic wisdom with modern insights, creating transformative experiences that cultivate strength, flexibility, and emotional openness. She believes yoga is ""food for the soul,"" leaving women feeling empowered, inspired, and deeply connected to themselves. As a holistic wellness coach, Natasha helps women feel their best naturally through mindset shifts, movement, and nourishing nutrition practices. When not teaching in Ottawa, she leads yoga retreats and training programs internationally, sharing her love of yoga and wellness with women around the world. Natasha cherishes time with her 21-year-old daughter and embraces every opportunity to support women on their wellness journeys.|

Nicole Hagen is yoga and art instructor and Reiki energy healer. Her mission as a yoga teacher, art instructor and reiki practitioner is to use all three healing modalities to empower people, bring out their creativity, and leave them feeling strong, relaxed and refreshed.

Pam is a certified Sound Healer, Reiki practitioner, Ancestral Lineage Healer, and Ceremonialist with an Honours bachelor’s in social work. Pam creatively blends ancestral spiritual wisdom with grounded practices to hold gentle, transformative spaces for healing. With each session and event, she continues to grow, integrating art, breathwork, meditation, and other modalities to help you deepen your connection and practice.

Rachael Jewell is an Ottawa based multi genre singer/songwriter and sound healer, known for her clear, expressive tone, and vocal versatility. She received both her Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance and a Master’s Degree in Vocal Performance from the University of Ottawa with focus in Opera. Rachael holds a Sound Healing Certification from White Raven Sound Healing and Reiki 2 Certification with Crystal McLeod of Mystic and Whimsy .

Ro Nwosu is a creative and inspiring yoga teacher/trainer, speaker & digital creator from the Ottawa area. For Ro, teaching is more than just helping people to learn about yoga. It’s bringing people together and helping them to explore how they move, how they connect with the world around them physically, as well as mentally.

Randy is a registered yoga teacher completing his 200 Hr YTT in 2018 and since then certified in Yin, Restorative, Meditation and Yoga Nidra. A daily practice of meditation, breath-work, vulnerability and gratitude are the foundation of his practice. Randy's background has always included regular fitness activities having completed multiple Ironman races, marathons, 100 km fundraising runs, endurance ski events, lake swimming, self guided biking vacations and anything outdoors. As co-founder of 24 Hr Yogapalooza, an annual fundraiser for cancer research at CHEO, Randy has a special connection with the Ottawa Gatineau yoga community and is always recruiting volunteers. This event has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for research. Randy specializes in Hatha, Power, Yin, Meditation and Yoga Nidra.

Samantha Bureau is a true scientist at heart with a broad based scientific, business and nutrition background. She is a former NCAA dual sport athlete with numerous accolades, certifications, and publications. Samantha is passionate about making sports safer for the next generation of athletes, advancing the science on biomarkers and pharmacological targets to treat neurodegenerative diseases, and merging business and science to create positive outcomes for future generations.

Saje Natural Wellness is a Canadian retailer of essential oils and skin care products. Their plant-based products are 100% natural, made from pure and clean ingredients. They believe that holistic wellness is the result of small, impactful choices made every day. That’s why they offer all-natural solutions that seamlessly integrate into your life and a community to support you in feeling your best, every step of the way.

WE RIDE TO THE BEAT OF THE MUSIC! A community of riders with a positive, never-quit attitude, that reaches far beyond the doors of our studios.

We (Tianna + Amable) have both used movement as a form of expression for as long as we can remember. Our lives have led us on individual paths of movement - movement that deepened our ability to connect - and when those individual paths merged acroyoga held us both so tenderly. Together we share decades of training dedicated to a diverse list of movement arts along with a sophisticated understanding of body mechanics. Our experience is drawn from numerous lineages of yoga, gymnastics, boxing, various styles of dance, thai massage, and a highly refined acro yoga practice. We both love the dedication these movement practices inspire but also enjoy using them to re-connect with our inner child. This has allowed us to establish a unique, creative, and playful teaching style. When being guided by us, expect to refine your acroyoga practice in a safe space, defying the voices we hear in our heads at times that put limits on what we're truly capable of. We will bring you back to the place where magic is possible and we have the opportunity to create it as we soar to new heights!| One of our greatest passions is building community and connection. We love to learn about the human experience as if the borders etched by our own human race did not exist; to acknowledge that at times we may all feel so divided, but at our hearts, we all just simply seek the same thing... To be happy, and to be loved. In unity, we rise.

Tiffani Harris is a highly regarded yoga and movement teacher in the Ottawa wellness community. With over a decade of experience leading yoga trainings , workshops, retreats, and public classes, Tiffani's teaching style is both accessible and informative. She is passionate about challenging her students with the latest in modern movement while cultivating a calming atmosphere to soothe the nervous system.

Taylor is the creator of the yoga & travel site, Taylor's Tracks, and a highly trained yoga teacher, mentor, and trainer. She is a former full-time travel writer who fell out of love with her dream of traveling the world and in love with teaching yoga when her first YTT sparked her self-acceptance journey. She has been an entrepreneur since 2015 with expertise in multiple fields including SEO, freelance writing, affiliate marketing, and teaching at top studios from Bali to Canada. Her writing has been sought-out for publications such as Yoga Journal, World Nomads, and The Huffington Post. She blends her specialities in yin, somatics, and adapting yoga philosophy to be practical for the modern yogi to help students & teachers uncover their confidence.

While teaching and studying yoga and wellness, Tara has helped manage and open six restaurants, catered retreats, festivals & events. She has delivered private & public workshops and has deep fried hors d'oeuvres for the Prime Minister on Sussex (twice!). Tara is also a singer and songwriter.

Tarik Hassan is the founder of Submerge Wellness, a space dedicated to holistic healing, breathwork, and nervous system regulation. As a passionate breathwork practitioner and wellness advocate, Tarik is committed to helping individuals cultivate resilience, clarity, and inner balance through the power of breath. Training under the guidance of Susan Benoit, Tarik has deepened his expertise in functional breathwork, nervous system optimization, and conscious connected breathing. Together, Susan and Tarik are working to bring breathwork to the forefront of wellness, offering transformative experiences that bridge science, movement, and mindfulness. At City of OM, Tarik and Susan will co-facilitate breathwork sessions designed to unlock deeper awareness, release tension, and create lasting change. With a grounded, heart-centered approach, Tarik's mission is to help people breathe with intention, move with purpose, and live with presence.