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I am grateful every day for the reciprocal exchange that happens between students and teachers. This exchange inspires me to show up fully and generously each and every time I teach. What feels important to me? That students always have a choice, that the practice space is a playground for curiosity and courage, and that at the root, we are learning to be in kind-relationship with ourselves. Yoga and Pilates for me, are opportunities to arrive in the body just as it is, bearing witness to its ever-changing tides and building a courageous & compassionate relationship within, and in community. I’ve been guiding movement experiences for more than two decades and my style is described as creative, rhythmic, intelligent and full of spirit!

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I’ve been teaching yoga and meditation classes, workshops, retreats, and TT’s for 24 years. These practices are opportunities for physical, psychological, and spiritual inquiry and they have taught me that the connection to myself and the ability to take the world around me into account are important life skills. And that offering mercy (and humour) is necessary, useful, and kind. I believe that I can make a difference by changing my world, one person at a time, starting with myself. I’m also inspired by the rich, collaborative process of mentoring—of working together to develop a teacher’s unique voice and fullest expression of potential. My passion is to develop personal and community practices based on accountability, gratitude, compassion, and resilience.

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Hey I’m Brittany. Over the last year and a half, I dove into teaching Vinyasa and Restorative yoga after studying (over 500 hours of laughs and tears) with Pat, Scotty, Jen, Darcie, and other wise and hilarious mentors. Using their wealth of knowledge as a foundation, I like to weave in thoughtful breath with empowering movement while encouraging self-discovery throughout my classes.

Along with being a forever student of yoga, I have a passion for rock climbing. And for me, both are interconnected in a mutually beneficial way. Mindfulness, the body in flow, the stability of breath, the return to balance, the outer and inner ascent… whether cliff-side or mat-side, each practice is a journey to new heights! And I aspire to share that with you, learn with you, and most importantly have fun too!

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Colin Hall is the director of Bodhi Tree Yoga in Regina, Saskatchewan. With his background in Religious Studies, Colin studies and teaches an integrated approach to yoga that incorporates biomechanics, mythology, philosophy, and storytelling.

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Katherine de Boda studied both classical and contemporary dance from childhood, attending The London Contemporary Dance School and Royal Ballet in London, England. She has also studied yoga for over 30 years since the age of 9 (learning from books and her grandmother) and has trained in the Ashtanga Vinyasa and Iyengar yoga lineages as well as yoga nidra practices. She is a black belt martial artist in Kenjutsu (Japanese sword) and a brown belt in the Dynamic Combat self defense system.

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My name is Kathia. I have been studying and exploring movement for over two decades. I have had the opportunity to train, create, and perform alongside acclaimed teachers and artists around the world. My experience as a dance artist feeds into my teaching style where I blend various movement modalities and invite participants to connect to sensation, groove and express themselves authentically. My classes have been described as creative, energizing, and invigorating. I have facilitated various specialized movement workshops, Barre teacher trainings, and hold teaching certifications in Barre, Pilates, Meditation, and Yoga. An eternal student, I’m continuously seeking new opportunities to learn, share, and explore diverse movement practices worldwide.

I believe in the transformative power of movement practices to heal and nurture the mind and body. I’m dedicated to empowering my students and collaborators, and I’m grateful for the enriching connection that evolves as we learn and grow together.

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Ron Reid has been practicing Yoga for more than 30 years and teaching since 1988. He is the co-founder of Downward Dog Yoga Centre. Ron is one of Canada’s top teachers, approaching teaching in an inspired, informed and non-dogmatic way. He places the needs of the students ahead of the demands of the practice. While continuing to teach and practice the Ashtanga vinyasa system as a foundation, he endeavours to blend tradition with innovation and to balance precision with grace. Students will find his refined approach to practice both challenging and rewarding.

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“I completed my 200HR Yoga Teacher Training in 2021 with Octopus Garden and began teaching online. After a brief (1.5 year) pause in teaching and overcoming bouts of imposter syndrome, I am ready to Begin Again! I have deemed 2024 the Year of Facing Fear so therefore I am EXCITED to meet you all on the mat to explore poses and postures that challenge us, comfort us and confuse us.” Let's find the fun, laugh when we fall or fail, and lean into the present - together.”

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Excited to be here to share the gift of Restorative Yoga. Since completing the 200HR YTT with Octopus Garden nearly 2 years ago, I’ve been exploring my own yoga practice and finding my truth as a yoga teacher, on and off the mat. I’ll forever love moving and flowing in a challenging yoga class, yet I’ve realized my true aspiration is to be of service at the deeper level of the nervous system – that tricky place that so often needs care, regulation and ease. I’m a Certified Holistic Nutritionist, generally keeping an approach to wellness uncomplicated and intuitive. I’m drawn to the wonder of nature and stillness... balanced with travel, adventure and I do love me a tasty tequila cocktail. Salud!

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Janaki is an interdisciplinary movement teacher, artist, and creative meditator. She draws from her years of experience as a dancer, musician, and gardener to offer yoga and meditation classes that are creative and engaging. Her yoga practice began as a child, playing with her grandmother in the living room, and has evolved and rearranged itself over the years to become many things, but especially a tool for self-study.

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’m grateful for the gift of a multifaceted yoga practice—it has helped me find more balance in every aspect of my life. And I’m honoured to be able to pass along what knowledge I have—from many years of practice, 500 hours of training, and experience facilitating a handful of classes.”

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Kamelia is a registered yoga and health coach practitioner. Kamelia started her yoga journey over a decade ago but it wasn’t until the pandemic, and having the time to tune in, that she really started appreciating its true power. Pairing breathwork and meditation with yoga asanas, Kamelia is hoping to bring an even more holistic experience to her students.

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I’ve been enamoured with Mandalas lately so, instead of linear, I’ll go in layers: Mama bear of 3 and 6 year old cubs. Nature worshiper and lover of language. Student and practitioner of Journalism, Yoga and Pilates. Currently in a relationship with Herbalism, Astrology, and Reiki. So excited, nervous and, above all, grateful to be here with all of you.

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Marco, a therapist and long-time yoga and meditation practitioner, teaches from the heart and describes his experience of yoga as “the practice of yoga has been my safe place, my resting space and a constant companion on my journey towards knowing myself.”

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Ronalyn is a multi-faceted individual whose passion for mindfulness permeates every aspect of her life. An avid journaler for over two decades, Ronalyn has also been a dedicated yoga teacher for the last eight years and a skilled meditation guide, sharing her knowledge and passion for mental and physical wellness with a wide array of students.