This is Us
Bonnee + Krista
Morgan
Do you want to party... but hate hangovers and prefer adrenaline rushes that lead to increased physical and mental fitness?! PERFECT, me too. Come join me on the bikes where you'll find the lights are low and the beats are hot. I love EDM so if that's your jam, you won't wanna miss this class! We pump, we dip, we race and we attack our way through the best tracks with the best beats. I have an extensive background in physical fitness and sports, starting with volleyball and track, and then hockey all the way through to college, which led me to gyms where I then began lifting and competing in bikini competitions. I eventually tried my first spin class and I haven't looked back. I have a strong passion for physical fitness and mental wellbeing which are so beautifully intertwined. Being on the bike provides me with a special balance of each. If you've never tried spin, just do it. You won't regret it and I can't wait to see you on the bike!
Chloe
My yoga practice began 10 years ago. It became an outlet for me to bring ease to my busy mind, and a way to find deeper connection with my mind, body, spirit and heart. I find space for those moments of connection on the mat, and in nature. If I am not teaching, I am grounding down with the earth & taking in all of the natural lessons & reminders that come with those moments.
Together, we will come home to ourselves non- judgementally & whole-heartedly. It is my honour to be able to hold space for and with you wherever you may be sitting within your own mind, body, spirit, and heart in each day & each moment. I can’t wait to roll my mat out with you.
Andy
Whether this is your first spin class or you have been spinning for years, I promise you won't want to miss my class! The room will be dark and the beats will be loud. No matter your taste in music I will have something for everyone TRUST ME (rock, pop, rap, oldies and even boybands). If I'm not playing your favourite tunes, don't be afraid to tell me and I'll throw it in next class.
You should know I love to do ATTACKS, so you should definitely expect to run into a few of them in my classes. If attacks are not your thing, don't worry, it's your ride so I will give alternatives to most things we do.
And just a heads up when I say one song left, we usually have 2 or 3 more!
Come take advantage of the wicked space Breathing Room has to offer and join me for a good sweat, you won't regret it and you will leave wanting more every single time. See ya on the bike!
Tayler
Hi! My name is Tayler and I’ve been hanging around the beautiful community of Breathing Room for about 5 years. In my own time I enjoy so many kinds of movement - from yoga and spin, to indoor climbing and paddle-boarding! Aside from that , I always have tunes playing and enjoy making fun and creative new meals and spending time with friends and family. I believe deeply in taking care of our mind , body and soul - and understand that is a BIG task for anyone. My mission is to support people in the ever changing path to find a yin and yang balance in their lives. I can’t wait to see you on your mat and on your bike!
Mariesa
Spin…my escape! Being a mom of two young boys and battling anxiety, I quickly discovered that spin is my sanctuary. To be able to put aside my stress and anxiety, clip in and escape is what brings me to the bike. My anxiety melts away the minute I’m on the podium and that first track comes on. I step into my strength, my inner goddess!
There’s also something remarkable that happens when you push yourself to your limits and come out the other side feeling nothing short of AMAZING! A rollercoaster of emotions. From “no I can’t add more tension or go another 15 seconds” to “I can’t believe I just did that! I can do anything!” All while having me instructing, motivating and CHEERING alongside you!
I’m honoured to share such an amazing atmosphere and experience with everyone that hops on and “clips in”! That’s the hardest part, right? Can’t wait to see you!
Jill
Jill grew up in England and entered the legal profession in London. After a gap year (that turned into many years!) backpacking, she found that law wasn't going to fulfill her and eventually found herself on a plane to Canada to snowboard for a season. In the beautiful mountain town of Banff, and through many snowboarding injuries, she discovered yoga. Although at first it was a means to bounce back to running / climbing / snowboarding as quickly as possible, it became so much more when she started to translate the teachings into "real" life as well as on the mat. With a background and training in Tapasaya (hot) yoga, Jill does have an interest in alignment and in the micro movements that allow us to build real, intrinsic strength. But Jill's true goal is for every student to feel completely welcome and at home in her classes. She believes that through the practice of yoga we can become aware of our natural tendencies, both on and off the mat, and begin to balance them. Jill will allow you the space to be exactly where you need to be, wherever that is for you.
Kat
My goal is to help you unleash your inner badass and leave my class feeling strong and empowered! There's something magical that happens when the lights go down and you leave it all behind on that bike, nothing else matters in that moment. If every person who attends my class feels welcome, encouraged, and leaves feeling strong with a smile on their face, then I've done my job. Breathing Room is my safe space, my sanctuary, my therapy, and I am so grateful to be able to share it with all of you!
Kaley
I am fascinated with the wisdom of our bodies and the connection to natures innate intelligence. I aim to share the wisdom I have learned and continue to learn through students and teachers alike. I love flowing through vinyasas to find my strength and creativity and then settling deep into juicy stretches creating flexibility and reception in the body. I like to think of our bodies as not just physical but also energetic and through mindful movement, breathwork, and meditation we can can become our best self. I believe this practice offeres us tools to become supported and malleable for whatever life throws our way.
Vanessa
If you can breathe, you can yoga! Joining me you can expect to explore shapes and varying movement while maintaining awareness of your breath. I like to explore the traditional Hatha Yoga postures with variations and consideration for diverse bodies. Offering choices while you participate, I fully support and respect everyone’s individual practice. Movement is geared to the participants’ mobility and, depending on the class, may be gentle and slow or more vigorous; I truly love to guide people through practice and share yoga. In my own journey I commit to finding #GoodThings and sharing them, practicing yoga as often as I can, on and off a mat.
Lokah Samastah Sukhino Bhavantu
Maddy
Hi! I cant wait to join you on your first, fortieth, or four- hundredth class. Every time you clip it it’s a clean slate. The first rule is leaving your s&it at the door, the second is just to follow your body. Turn off your mind and let the music and me guide you somewhere strong, authentic and sweaty.
Spin and it’s community came into my life over 7 years ago. It’s always a movement I can rely on, it’s a constant and yet every single class is different. I hope it can be the same for you, a place you feel welcome just as you are, where you are.
You can count on a few things in my class - It will be loud. We will dance. And we always finish with a climb.
Madeline
As a young person, I was very involved in sports. I did everything from gymnastics and figure skating, to volleyball and tennis. Following an injury from my gymnastics career, I found yoga and was able to rehabilitate my injury while maintaining strength and flexibility Shortly thereafter I chose to take my teacher training. Although spontaneous, it was a fundamental decision for who I am today. After being so heavily involved in sport, yoga was the perfect balance of exercise and rehabilitation. The benefits of cross-training and proactive, functional movement was something I recognized as beneficial and wanted to share with others. Now, with my knowledge of the brain body connection attained through my Psychology Degree, I strive to bring this awareness and functionality to every class. To me, yoga is well-being. It is with this in mind that I encourage every participant to understand the “why” of movement and dive deeper into their understanding of their own body.
Alana
I have been spinning for just over 6 years and I was HOOKED after taking my first spin class!!! My love for this challenging workout led me to recently becoming a spin instructor. I like heavy, gritty beats so come prepared to sweat and let me push you out of your comfort zone.
When I’m not on the podium, I’m a full time working mama of 2 teenagers and a fur baby. I love hiking, traveling and spending time with friends and family.
I believe in the dark spin studio we can be whoever we want to be without worry, judgement or fear.
Callie
Callie is new to Red Deer having moved with her family from Penticton, BC. She is Calgary born-and-raised yet has lived (and taught) in many different places such as Massachusett's, California, Florida, Sweden, Denmark and England.
Callie brings a wealth of experience and knowledge. She began practicing yoga over 15 years ago and has been teaching yoga now for over 12 years! Her love and passion for the wellness industry led her to pursue becoming certified in group fitness, spin, Barre as well as a personal training.
Her biggest reward: helping people realize their potentials as well as move and groove in their bodies and have fun doing so!
She is happy and excited to have the opportunity to teach at Breathing Room and looks forward to connecting with you on the mat!
Brent
Hi! My name is Brent and I’ve been part of the lovely Breathing Room community for the past several years. I'm very grateful to have been able to develop my yoga practice with this community and am especially humbled to give back to this community as an instructor.
My path to Yoga began in the mid-nineties. I distinctly remember early on how the practice of Yoga was asking me to 'tune inward' and to discover all of the goodness that came along with that. The mind-body connection is very real, and I believe movement of all types nourishes both our mental and physical well-being!
If I'm not rolling out my mat to guide you (or to practice alongside you!) you might find me playing on the local trails on my mountain bike, on a hike, or getting some fresh air on one of the local golf courses.
My mission is to share some yogic goodness with you and leave you feeling grounded, centered, and inspired. I can’t wait to see you on your mat!
Suzanne
Suzanne has an extensive sport, coaching, and fitness leadership background. She is a former elite mountain bike athlete and coaches rowing, cycling, & X-C skiing. She has been training 25+ years in martial arts with a 3rd degree black belt in karate & jiu jitsu. She teaches numerous classes in the community & schools and has taught extensively for the Red Deer College Department of Kinesiology. She is a lover of nature, all things outdoors, and of this beautiful planet we live on!
Suzanne has been teaching yoga & other lifestyle-enhancing classes full-time since 2007. She is an IAYT-Certified Yoga Therapist and especially enjoys teaching accessible classes for older adults, youth, and persons with various health challenges (injuries, illness, mental health conditions, chronic pain, alternative learning needs, etc.) Yoga styles taught include Hatha, Restorative, Flow, Power/Ashtanga, and Mindfulness & Meditation as well as specialized classes and Teacher Training.
Stephanie
Hi, I’m Steph! I’m a wife, momma of two spunky little girls and a prenatal/postnatal Yoga Instructor. I love warm beverages and collecting unique mugs. I run on caffeine, little hugs and that feeling after you sit up from Savasana.
Yoga has been an important part of my life for over a decade, but my true love for it developed after my first daughter was born in 2015. I have now been learning and teaching for 6+ years as a RPYT; with a goal to provide new and seasoned mommas with tools to exist in their bodies as comfortably as possible.
My classes are a blend of slow meditative movement and a jovial lightheartedness; they are designed to help mommas feel strong and supported in their journey!