I've always been drawn to teaching, learning, and finding creative ways to bring people together. My teaching journey began in South Korea in 2006, where I worked full-time teaching English to elementary-aged children. It was a wonderful (and exhausting!) experience that sparked a love of education and working with people.

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Having grown up dancing, I was already familiar with the joy and therapeutic benefits of movement. While living in South Korea, I began practising yoga regularly and quickly discovered its positive effects on my mental, physical, and emotional well-being. I had found a new love!

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In 2016, with one toddler and another baby on the way, I graduated from a 200-hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training program under the guidance of Louise Cameron. I then began teaching at Almonte's Rising Sun Studio (later Surya Daya), and have been sharing yoga with the community ever since.

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When the pandemic arrived and the studio closed its doors, I knew how important movement and human connection were to our well-being. This inspired the very first Sip & Stretch class — a chance to enjoy a hot beverage, check in with one another, and move our bodies together (even if socially distanced!). It brought me back to what matters most to me in this work: creating space for movement, connection, laughter, self-reflection and deeeeep breaths.

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Since 2021, I've been fortunate to teach yoga full time. Over the years, I've continued to enhance my knowledge, expand my offerings, and find creative ways to bring people together. Along the way, Cedar & Light Yoga has grown into what it is today. With more than a decade of teaching experience and over 3,500 hours of yoga instruction, I've had the pleasure of working with a wonderfully diverse range of students in classes, workshops, special events, and collaborations with other wonderful local small businesses.

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Outside of yoga, I also love theatre and creative programming. I've spent years co-creating and facilitating children's drama programs and theatre camps, helping young people build confidence and explore their imaginations. My background in education, dance, and theatre continues to influence my teaching style — with curiosity, creativity, playfulness & always plenty of room for laughter.

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Whether you're joining me for Hatha, Yin, Gentle, or Restorative Yoga, my intention is to create a welcoming space where you can explore movement, breath, strength, and ease at your own pace. I believe yoga should be accessible, meaningful, and enjoyable.

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At the heart of it all, I'm incredibly grateful for the community that continues to grow around these classes. I love creating spaces where people feel welcome to show up as they are, explore what feels right for them, and enjoy the experience of practising together.

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And it's YOU — this wonderful community — who keeps me humble, curious, and always and forever, a student. ❤️

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