Yoga for everyBODY

Yoga is for all bodies. Most general classes are suitable for all body types however this page will include information and links to teachers in our community who cater yoga classes specifically to supporting body positive practices. Classes empower students regardless of their shape, size or level of ability. All Yoga classes should be inclusive, however this curated list of teachers may have more experience with modifications for different body types. 

Accessible Yoga

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Tracey Gibbons

CYT 200
Qualified in Accessible Yoga, Tracey's area of expertise is guiding older women of colour.
She is Interested in how emotions are manifested in the body, and incorporates diverse healing modalities into her clients healing process. Teaching with care and respect, she guides clients to restore with love and sincerity.

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Adaptive Yoga

In Adaptive Yoga, traditional poses are tailored to the physical body, rather than fitting and forcing the body into a particular pose and shape. Props such as blankets, chairs, straps and blocks are used to meet the needs of individuals with different abilities. An Adaptive Yoga class provides all the benefits of a basic Yoga class at the level that the individual student is capable of practicing.

Cinde Pereira

RYT 500
​Beginning her practice in 2008, Cinde teaches Integral ® Hatha and Pranayama Levels 1 & II and Adaptive Yoga. She enjoys sharing the gift of yoga with her students and guides them in a gentle and loving manner. Cinde finds particular joy in introducing new students to the practice. Group and private lessons available.

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Ana Slater-Steede

RYT 500
Ana has more than 10,000 hours of professional training in yoga, pilates, bodywork and holistic health studies, with over twenty years experience teaching and working in the holistic health field.  Ana teaches vinyasa flow, incorporating principles of proper body alignment, breathwork, relaxation and meditation. Private, semi-private, and group classes available.

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Yoga for the Curvy Voluptuous woman

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Marcia Pringle

When you complete a class, Marcia wants you to feel empowered, grateful and aware of your body, breath connection through her guidance but ultimately through your own dedication and personal movement.
Marcia guides:  Strala Yoga, Fusion Pilates, Yoga for the Curvy Voluptuous woman, Sunrise Yoga and Couples Candlelight Yoga

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Modified Classes

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Shanell Vaughn

E-RYT 200
Shanell Vaughn (“Shanti Devi”) teaches a Sivananda-inspired style of Hatha Yoga.  She has a Masters in Transpersonal Psychology and is interested in explorations of consciousness.  She practiced martial arts and meditation for over 25 years. Shanell weaves inspirational music into her classes, guiding you through all aspects of Yoga.

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Maryem Biadillah

RYT 200
Maryem's Mayouti Yoga classes let the flow and breath lead the way. Moving mindfully and with safe alignment, specific cues and the 'steady breath' focus the mind, placing the present moment at the heart of the practice. Take care with a whole-body stretch, toning, and an overall sense of mind-body balance. 
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Katina Weeks

​RYT 200
Katina's classes make space for all to feel safe and empowered.  "Through yoga I have found a sense of home in my own body". Katina extends this thoughtful consideration into her teaching with classes designed to support bigger bodies, male/female active in sports, & those in essential services (firemen, police, & prison)
 
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