Local Yoga Team

Avery Smith

* Hatha-flow yoga, Hatha yoga, Yoga fitness fusion

* Professional dance artist

Avery Smith

Avery is a registered yoga teacher and a professional dance artist. Avery was first drawn to yoga over ten years ago for its physical benefits to supplement her dance training, but quickly felt a deep connection to the mental benefits of the practice. Yoga has since become an integral part of her life and well-being, leading her to become a Yoga Alliance certified teacher in 2019. A forever student, Avery’s curiosity for movement has led her to explore many other different movement modalities including Pilates, Feldenkrais Method, Fighting Monkey Technique, and others. She has created and led multiple dance workshops and classes, working with both neurodiverse and neurotypical individuals. She carries this breadth of experience into her yoga teaching. Inside an inclusive and supportive environment, Avery empowers students to discover and celebrate their unique potential.

Bernadette Pacana

* Yoga therapy & plant-based nutrition

* Vinyasa yoga and yoga teacher trainer

* brings playful island-vibes to class

Bernadette Pacana

Bernadette is a Yoga Therapist C-IAYT candidate, a 500-hr yoga teacher, a plant-based nutritionist, and a wellness coach. She’s trained in vinyasa, yin, restorative, adaptive, and trauma-informed yoga. She fell in love with the practice in 2010 because of the balance and transformation that it brought into her life. From then on, she hasn’t stopped learning and teaching yoga.

Bernadette’s classes are well-rounded, mindful, grounding, with an element of play and inquiry. She’s originally from the tropics, so she has that island-vibe that she brings into class.

As a wellness advocate, she’s passionate about supporting people in their healing journey in a holistic way - through movement/yoga, plant-based nutrition, and mindfulness. She believes that mind-body-spirit connection is key to a peaceful and content life.

Fiona Heaney

* Flow yoga

* Yoga Teacher, Transformational Life Coach and Project Manager

Fiona Heaney

By combining my multi-faceted qualifications of being a Yoga Teacher, Transformational Life Coach and Project Manager, I empower my students to connect with themselves on a deeper level, both physically & emotionally. Encouraging self-awareness and cultivating strength and trust from within.

Ichih Wang

* Power yoga, yin yoga

* Myofascial relase & yin w/ yoga ball

* Psychotherapy

Ichih Wang

Ichih is a Movement Teacher, yoga instructor, and registered psychotherapist. With over two decades of experience, she holds space for embodied healing and soulful exploration.

Her classes blend mindful movement, breath, and self-inquiry, inviting students to trust their inner wisdom and let go—so they can grow. Calm, connected, and grounded, Ichih offers a practice that supports transformation both on and off the mat.

Lynda Sing

* Hatha-flow, prenatal yoga, gyrokinesis

* Niunced awareness, abundant kindness, and compassionate connection.

* Class themes inspired by traditional elements and incorporate a restorative closing

Lynda Sing

Lynda has benefited from the practice of yoga for over 20 years. She credits her practice with guiding her towards physical and mental balance during her demanding career as a professional dancer.
Lynda found that yoga was essential for her restoration, replenishment and health of her body, mind, and soul, and decided to dive deeper into the study of yoga. She discovered a desire to share with others how the tools of yoga supported her in her life and career.
Lynda is an E-RYT 500 with many formal certifications and trainings, including Yoga teacher trainings with Prana Yoga Teacher’s College and Zenyasa Yoga & Wellness Studio, and additional certifications in Anatomy Studies for Yoga Teachers, Pre-Natal Yoga, Therapeutic Yoga and Gyrokinesis®. Additionally she facilitates Social Presencing Theater (SPT), a mindful movement form that utilizes embodied presence practices for personal and collective creative transformation. She also holds a B.S in Arts Administration from Butler University.
Through her depth and breadth of movement knowledge, Lynda teaches with a calm, friendly demeanor and guides her students with an integrative, challenging, and therapeutic approach. She aims to infuse students with the joys of living in their bodies with deeper more nuanced awareness, abundant kindness, and compassionate connection.

Michelle Srih

* Shakti yoga, yoga nidra & sound healing

* sequences incorporate body postures, breath work, meditation, chanting and energy healing

* counselling

* trauma-informed

Michelle Srih

Michelle has practiced Yoga for over 15 years. She is a Registered Yoga Teacher with additional training in Trauma Informed Yoga. She has taught Yoga with non profit agencies and in Vancouver‘s Downtown Eastside. As a Registered Clinical Counsellor, she also facilitates one on one Trauma Informed Yoga with clients in her private practice, Tranquility Counselling.

Michelle is commonly referred to as a Yogini by her family and friends. Her personal belief system is rooted in Buddhist philosophy and the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita. Yoga is more than a physical practice for her; it is a way of life and a connection to her ancestral homeland of India. Blending her education and training in western psychology with wisdom traditions from the East, Michelle creates sequences that incorporate body postures, breath work, meditation, chanting and energy healing.

Nicole Scott

* Vinyasa, acro, yin, hatha-flow, yoga-pilates fusion, massage

* Expect creative sequencing and precise cuing throughout your class

* Often accompanied by her pug Nacho

Trupti Vedak

* Hatha-flow yoga, Yoga express: Core&Booty

* Breathing and breath control exercises (Pranayamas) in class

* Approach and style in yoga is very traditonal

Trupti Vedak

I am a Yoga Alliance Certfied (RYT 200 hrs) Teacher and an ACSM certfied Fitness Instructor. I am a newcomer in Canada and have over 20+ years of experience in teaching Hatha, Vinyasa and Yin Yoga with proper body alignment and breathing.

Even though my approach and style in yoga is very traditonal, I believe in a scientfic approach in the postures; which further drove me to pursuing an ACSM ( American College of Sports Medicine ) Health and Fitness Certification. It was here, where I got my exposure to human anatomy and muscle movement patterns. I have integrated a lot of my scientific learnings about the human body, positoning, optmal joint angles and movements into my Yoga classes and have seen an overwhelming positive response in my clients. I like to also emphasize the importance of correct breathing and breath control exercises (Pranayamas) in my class

Jeina Liede

* Yin, Hatha, Prenatal Yoga

* Sound healing and sound bowl massage

* Believes that her knowledge in yoga and women's health will be beneficial and healing for the local community

* Began her yoga journey in 2010 when she started to study at Iyengar Center in St. Petersburg, Russia.

Jeina Liede

Jeina’s yoga journey began in 2010 when she started to study at Iyengar Center in St. Petersburg, Russia. This provided her with an excellent understanding of human anatomy and biomechanics. In the following years, she became acquainted with other yoga disciplines such as Jivamukti, Ashtanga, Kundalini, and Chinese joint gymnastics as well.

In 2016, Jeina completed the first teaching certification, the Yoga Teacher Training for Beginners from the International Yoga Federation. Becoming a yoga instructor opened her new dimensions of self-discovery through helping others. By studying different bodies, characters, and individual traits, she developed greater respect for the body and psyche.

In 2019 Jeina delved deeper into women's health, studying under the best teachers in Russia and earning certifications in Women’s Health Yoga Teacher Training and Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training from the Additional Professional Education Training Center, Russia. Shortly afterward, she completed courses with Françoise Freedman from the Birthlight school on Postnatal Recovery, working with scars after cesarean sections, and practices for diastasis, in England.

Her family moved to Canada in June 2022 where she successfully completed the teacher training course at Your Yoga Flow School and received the “200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training, Hatha & Vinyasa Yoga Teacher” certificate.

Having gone through two very different pregnancies and experiencing completely different births, Jeina believes that her knowledge in yoga and women's health will be beneficial and healing for the local community.

Evelyn Yang

* Hatha yoga, vinyasa flow

*Over 1500 hr teaching experience

* wisdom of multiple yoga lineages

Evelyn Yang

Evelyn is a registered yoga teacher with 1500 hrs teaching experience and 1500 hrs practice. Evelyn’s class offers a blend of gentle challenges and deep nourishment. Drawing inspiration from diverse cultures and the wisdom of multiple yoga lineages, her approach guides students through a crafted journey of progressive movement, a mix of strength, flexibility and balance, inviting transformation through daily improvement.

Dorriz Mojtabavi

* Power yoga, hatha yoga

* Tarot & astrology

* New moon & full moon yoga

Dorriz Mojtabavi

Hi there, I'm Dorriz, a dedicated yogi who embarked on my 200H YTT journey during a transformative gap year in 2019. What began as personal exploration blossomed into a calling to share the magic of yoga with others.

Back home, serendipity led me to my first teaching opportunity, affirming my path as a yoga instructor. Inspired by the unity and oneness that yoga embodies, I founded Dorrtounity (where "Dorr" opens the Door to Unity), a space where I aim to remind others of this beautiful truth.

Throughout my teaching journey, I've specialized in Hatha and Power, infusing each practice with a touch of Tarot and Astrology. I've found joy in blending these elements, hosting unique events like New Moon and Full Moon Yoga + Tarot Circles. It's been incredible to see how Tarot enriches the yoga experience, creating moments of insight and connection.

Join me on the mat as we explore the harmonious convergence of body, mind, and spirit. Let's unlock the door to unity together.

Shawna Dexter

- Pilates

- teaches with a focus on fun, accessible movement

Shawna Dexter

I'm Shawna (she/her). A lifelong athlete and teacher, I was inspired to start my journey in Pilates 6 years ago as a means of recovery after experiencing a chronic back injury. Coming from a science background, I quickly began learning all I could about Pilates and mindful movement for injury recuperation. And, naturally, began to share everything I learned with anyone who would listen. Today, I spend most of my day in motion, sharing my passion for effective movement with healthy and injured bodies alike. I teach with a focus on fun, accessible movement in a style that is grounded in my STOTT pilates training, while also incorporating elements of clinical pilates, yoga, functional fitness and the new things I learn every day about how to keep your body moving happily.

Sasha Solacito

Sasha has been teaching yoga since 2014 when she completed her training at YYoga in Vancouver. Since then she has taught hatha, yin and vinyasa yoga, she’s taught standup paddleboard yoga in Mexico and worked at and hosted yoga retreats in Mexico. She completed her prenatal and postpartum yoga training as well as her postpartum doula training in 2022. Expect Sasha’s classes to be playful, thoughtful and empowering.

Taylor Townsend

* Restorative yoga

Taylor Townsend

Hi everyone! My name’s Taylor.

I’m a qualified Yoga Instructor (RYT 200 hrs) with over 450 hrs of training from Hatha, Restorative and Advanced Asana and Assisting, to Pranayama, Philosophy and Ayurveda. I have loved practicing the powerful modality of yoga for over 15 years, and teaching for over 4 years.

Yoga to me, is a practice about the mind, breath, body and soul. What a lot of people don’t know about the practice of yoga, is that it is something that can be accessible to everyone, regardless of flexibility or body shape.

Traditional yoga is about listening to your body, and finding your personal edges and challenges to release any built up physical and mental tensions, and ultimately find a sense of joy, peace and calm. In reaching these states through the physical practice of yoga (asanas), it’s important to make the shapes work for your body, not the other way around.

When we take time to tune out of life’s daily stimuli and influences to tune into our body’s intuitive movement, providing what it wants and what feels good, we can start to notice beautiful senses of presence and calm that carry off the mat, and into our daily lives.

Join me on the journey 💛

MJ Sagert

Hi! My name is MJ and I teach Hatha. I’m passionate about movement and how it can deepen our connection with our bodies.

MJ Sagert

Hi! My name is MJ and I teach Hatha. I’m passionate about movement and how it can deepen our connection with our bodies. I aim to create an inclusive environment for all levels and abilities whether it’s your first time or you practice daily, my goal is to bring the yoga to you and meet you where you’re at, so we can all get the most out of our practice.

I started my yoga journey online during COVID because I had heard it was a good workout and before I knew it yoga was so much more than that. I fell in love with all aspects of my physical, mental and spiritual journey on and off the mat. I fell in love with this practice that always has something new to teach me, the gift that keeps on giving, so then I knew I wanted to share this gift with others. In March 2024 I did my 200hr ytt with Karma teachers in Vancouver.

I get on my mat to ground myself back to the earth, to release and to strengthen my mind, body and spirit. In my classes I focus on building strength and fire while also taking our time to open up the body. I also love to encourage to have fun and explore! I’m a firm believer that playing with movement hugely impacts our mind, body connection and brings even more excitement and inspiration to your practice! See you on the mat :)

Jess Hume

Jess is a dedicated yoga teacher who discovered the transformative power of yoga while seeking relief from chronic pain caused by car accident injuries. With a deep passion for helping others find healing through movement and breath. Jessica earned their certification at the Vancouver School of Healing Arts under the guidance of Rebekka Walker. Grounded in the rich tradition of Tantra, they specialize in Hatha and Vinyasa yoga, guiding students on their journey to balance, strength and inner peace

Sarah Chau Bradley

Sarah considers herself a life-long student of yoga. Drawing from well-rounded vinyasa yoga training from Toronto’s Mula Yoga, she leads a strengthening and uplifting practice that includes focussed effort and rest. She has experienced many physical and energetic benefits from the practice and strives to share those positive impacts with others, whether it’s teaching neighbourhood park yoga, leading virtual movement breaks for colleagues, or sharing reflections and poetry on social media. She is grateful to be a visitor on ancestral and unceded territories of the Squamish, Tsleil-Waututh, and Musqueam Nations.

Paige Hamel

Paige is a Yoga Teacher and Homeopath who offers a personal, adaptive approach to movement and healing. She blends Western anatomy with Eastern traditions, distilling complex concepts from Ayurveda, Homeopathy, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Buddhism, and Yogic philosophy into grounded, accessible insights. Her classes weave together storytelling, nervous system support, and reflective practice to create a space of nourishment, presence, and deep listening.

Matina Nguyen

I teach classical mat Pilates with a dynamic, core-focused twist. You can expect a challenging, sweat-filled workout designed to leave you feeling it in your core the next day. My goal is for every student to leave class feeling stronger, more capable, and proud of what their body can achieve.

Hiiro Prince

I am a queer, neurodivergent, trauma-informed and multidisciplinary yoga/pilates/sound facilitator born/raised in Vancouver. All my classes are choice-based, neutral and accessible to all humans regardless of ability or experience. Come as your 100% and know you are exactly where you are meant to be! You will always be embraced in a brave, inclusive and judgement-free setting in my classes. Come nurture, restore and explore your True Identity.

Yours Queerly 🌈 Hiiro Zakè Sigal Prince (he/him)

Registered Kinesiologist, Psylock Domingo

Kinesiologist and Fascial Stretch Therapist, Psylock Domingo, is the expert in functional mobility and pain-free movement - and this workshop is your chance to experience a Kinesiologist approach in a group setting. You’ll be guided through science-backed mobility techniques and fascial glidesdesigned to release tension, improve posture, and restore ease of movement from head to toe.

Local Yoga Team

Avery Smith

Bernadette Pacana

Fiona Heaney

Ichih Wang

Lynda Sing

Michelle Srih

Nicole Scott

Trupti Vedak

Jeina Liede

Evelyn Yang

Dorriz Mojtabavi

Shawna Dexter

Sasha Solacito

Taylor Townsend

MJ Sagert

Jess Hume

Sarah Chau Bradley

Paige Hamel

Matina Nguyen

Hiiro Prince

Registered Kinesiologist, Psylock Domingo

Leona Khong