Teaching
New weekly classes at All Method Studio!!!
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Using the Merrithew V2 max reformer, we will work with alignment, strength, control, breath, and flow using exercises of the pilates method. Whether you are new to pilates or an advanced practitioner, I will be offering different levels of group classes and privates.
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Mondays: The Begin 4:30pm
The Bridge - 5:30pm
Thursdays: The Begin - 4:30pm
The Bridge - 5:30pm
Sundays: The Begin - 9:30am
The Bridge - 10:45am
Dance | Yoga | Pilates
I'm originally from Vancouver, Canada but have been fortunate enough to live abroad in Los Angeles, Las Vegas and China for my dance career. I was introduced to a little bit of yoga and pilates through my home dance studio which probably sparked a curiosity in me. But It wasn't until I made the "big move" to Los Angeles to pursue my career in 2012, that my love and curiosity for yoga intensified. With such a highly competitive industry, I needed something to help me spiritually and yoga provided a safe space for me where I could tune in and find a sense of grounding. Like a lot of high demand sports, having a dance career takes also takes a toll on your body over time, so it was important for me to have a cross training routine that provided some balance both physically and mentally.
One of my last international dance contracts ended and I came home for the first time in years in 2020. I finally had the time and decided to complete my 200-hour certification with YYOGA (Vancouver, Canada) focusing on Hatha/Power yoga, my Mat Pilates Certification with ALL Method (Vancouver, Canada) and my STOTT reformer training with Trainor Movement in Vancouver, BC. I’m also certified in yin yoga.
I like to focus on using my background knowledge in dance with the combination of pilates and yoga to complement each type of movement I teach. I can proudly say I have acquired different modalities to my skill set and aim to share my knowledge and passion with the community.
Certifications
STOTT Pilates Reformer - Trainor Movement - Vancouver, BC
Adjudication Certificate level 2 - The Canadian Dance Institute
RYT 200 hour with yoga alliance | YYOGA Vancouver, BC - December 2019
50 Hour Yin (online) - Bernie Clark & Diana Batts | Yoga International - July 2021
Mat Pilates Certification - ALL Method Studio | Vancouver, BC (Katie Mckenzie, Megan Hunter, and Taren Grewal) - Feb 2022
20 hour YHot Teacher Training Immersive - YYOGA Vancouver, BC - June 2022
Class Styles
Vinyasa
Centers and challenges your mind and body. In this fast moving class, I’ll guide you through poses are specifically designed to flow seamlessly from one pose to another while progressively building in intensity.
Yin
A variety of long held poses, breathing techniques, and relaxation techniques are used. This is a more yin and passive practice.
Reformer
Full body workout using the reformer machine, using straps and springs to provide resistance for core strength, flexibility, mobility, and coordination
Yoga and Pilates Flow
This is a blend of Yoga and Pilates. Every class targets strength, range of motion, alignment, spinal mobility, flexibility, core conditioning, recovery, as well as a deep awareness in one’s personal structure and breath. We usually start with a breath and meditation then move on to strength and stability and then strategically open the body.
Mat Pilates
Starts with a short meditation and pilates breath work to integrate deeper abdominal connection then moves on to strengthening and stabilizing exercises using Pilates movements. This may include the use of props such as bands, balls, sliders, etc.