The Lab Method

Cassie M.

“Hi! I’m Cassie - a passionate Pilates instructor who has been teaching Pilates & Fitness for just under a year now. Originally from the BC Interior, I moved to Van Isle nearly three years ago and instantly felt at home. My teaching journey began as a client, where I fell in love with the atmosphere in the studio and the community of members and instructors. My love for Pilates goes beyond just movement - it’s about helping others feel strong, confident, and connected to their bodies. I value bringing energy and enthusiasm to every class, creating a supportive space where members can challenge themselves and grow!”

Sarah M.

Sarah is a Yoga and Pilates instructor with a deep passion for movement and functional strength. Her classes offer opportunities to soften, to strengthen, to feel nourished by movement. Sarah brings a deep curiosity to her teaching, always learning and evolving. She creates thoughtful, educational sequences that help students better understand how their bodies move and why it matters.

Nicole W

I tap into my creativity to build sequences that help students discover their inner strength and I facilitate the process of relaxation for each body using modifications and variations. With a heart full of passion for yoga, I strive to create a sacred space where everyone feels encouraged to explore the transformative journey of yoga. Strength & Balance: My yoga practice emphasizes strength and the importance of restoring balance, both in body and mind. I believe that yoga isn't just about poses; it's about fostering resilience, empowering your body, and finding tranquillity within. Community & Connection: I cherish the joy of building a vibrant community of like-minded individuals. Through my classes, I aim to bring people together, fostering a sense of connection and shared purpose. Yoga isn't just a physical practice; it's a gateway to relationships, support, and a shared path to well-being. Inclusivity: I'm deeply committed to creating a safe and welcoming space for every body and identity.. I celebrate the beautiful diversity of all individuals, and I believe in the healing power of yoga for each unique soul. Completed 500hrs Hatha Yoga Training with Modo Yoga in Kelowna, 2016. Completed 22hrs Flow Training with Modo Yoga in 2022. Completed 50hrs Restorative/Yin Training with Octopus Garden in 2022.

Shane R

Shane loves the outdoors. Chasing the ocean and mountains all the way from Ontario, he arrived on the island in 2021. He has since become addicted to surfing and mountain biking in between his day job as an environmental consultant. Shane began his journey with yoga in 2018 – he was bored at the gym and needed something to spice things up. Believing flexibility was not in his cards, he’d never entertained the idea of practicing yoga. One of his best friends pushed him to try an into month of power yoga – and just like that, he was hooked. The blending of a full body workout, finding the physical limit, and the practice of checking into the present moment while letting go, was exactly what he needed. Yoga helped him tame his temper (and still does) and touch his toes. Now he tries to pass that immense benefit of yoga through his teaching.

Sarah H

Sarah began practicing yoga as a way to stretch after running, but it became so much more than a physical practice when she started to feel subtle changes in her mind and heart. Without realizing it, she had started down a path of self-discovery, and it has changed her life for the better. Practicing yoga gives her the space she needs to let go of her thoughts, listen and connect with her heart, and embrace her dreams. Sarah began teaching yoga in 2013 to share her passion for something that has truly been such a positive influence in her own life. She strives to give her students space and connection to their heart, to their voice, and to their own unique passions. She believes that taking the time to find stillness, to breathe, and to listen will help us tap into our own innate and intuitive wisdom and guide us to where we truly want to be. Sarah enjoys spending time immersed in nature and feeling a connection to our beautiful Planet Earth. She believes there is always more to learn, and will always be an enthusiastic student and explorer of our world ♡ Sarah is a YA certified RYT-500, and teaches all levels Yin, Restorative, Hatha, Vinyasa, and paddle board (SUP) yoga. She also leads Meditation and Yoga Nidra, and always includes Savasana with every class! For more info please visit www.sarahhendersonyoga.com

Tina V

Tina graduated with honours from the International Academy of Health Sciences in 2019. She began her practice as an RMT in Ottawa ON, at a prenatal clinic. Moving west with her husband in 2021 they found themselves in beautiful Victoria BC. When not practicing massage or yoga, Tina is often playing with her dog, devouring books, creating textile crafts or playing D&D with her friends. Tina's practice is grounded in techniques designed to relax the nervous system. She utilized hot stones and neuromuscular relaxation techniques to activate the parasympathetic nervous system. It is when we are in this relaxed state the body is best able to recover. Tina applies therapeutic pressure in a soothing manner to relieve pain, increase range of motion and invite the body to relax in a calm safe space.

Tamara M

My name is Tamara Maxim and I live in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada! I am so grateful to live in the Pacific West Coast, which has a vibrant yoga community! I have 2 beautiful daughters who always support my yoga ventures. I have two adorable yoga dogs, Honey and Sweetheart, who join in my yoga adventures and are often featured in my yoga videos! I started teaching yoga in 1999, due in large part to the inspiration I found from spending time at the Yasodhara Ashram as a child and young adult. Through my own practice, infused with yoga philosophy and study, I have found yoga to be a constant source of healing and joy. I love weaving together deeper elements of yogic teachings into my classes, especially drawing from the elements that have resonated within my life. I am grateful for the many connections I’ve made in life through yoga and feel grateful to share my passion in my community.

Ambre R.

Ambre has been practicing yoga since 1997, where she attended her first Iyengar classes on Vancouver Island, and found hot yoga in 2000, when she developed a passion for hot yoga, from Bikram's to Moksha/Modo to YYoga and heated power classes. She holds three yoga certifications, totalling approximately 780 hours of teacher trainings, from Vancouver Island, Mexico, and YYoga Richmond. She has been teaching for studios in Vancouver since 2010. Ambre earned her degree in music therapy in North Vancouver in 2012, and currently works in Long Term Care using music activities, singing and movement as a medium to goals with residents. Ambre also has a passion for outdoors, nature, nutrition, and animal rescue. Having recently moved to South Vancouver Island, Ambre is excited to integrate into the yoga lab community and connect with students and teachers. Come sweat and play, and practice at your own edge, which may vary practice to practice, honouring that your highest teacher is always within you :-)

Jordyn R.

Jordyn Kathleen Ryan (she/her) is a kinesiologist and yoga instructor with over 300 hours of teacher training, including prenatal and restorative yoga. Born and raised on Vancouver Island, Jordyn is a former collegiate athlete for the University of Hawai’i. Her lifelong journey in movement and wellness deepened during her time in Hawai’i, where she completed her yoga training. Guided by her yoga dharma, mālama kākou—‘to care for all of us (inclusive)’—Jordyn creates a safe landing space for her students, so they, in turn, can mālama kākou and extend this care to others. She blends functional movement, breath (pranayama), and meditation (dhyana) to offer support across various stages of life, especially in prenatal and postnatal care. Her approach emphasizes the importance of restorative practices for sleep, stress relief, and overall well-being.

Kamila N

Kamila, Teacher & Owner of the Lab Westshore, is the one behind the scenes and often at the desk working with our incredible Westshore faculty and facility, and teaching a variety of class offerings at both Lab Westshore and Victoria. She grew up on Vancouver island, and keeps very active exploring within BC’s bountiful nature. Dance was a huge part of Kamila’s yoga journey and active lifestyle growing up; she fell in love with graceful mobility, and learned much about stretching and movement anatomy. Yoga came into Kamila’s life over 13 years ago, the physical/spiritual restorative functions and power of breath latched onto her heart and mind. The ever learning world of yoga and mindful fitness is humbling and exciting for Kamila, with several trainings, workshops, and years of experience in management and business she hopes to meet and move with you very soon! 

Sheena N

Born in Toronto and raised in Guelph, Ontario, Sheena moved to the west coast and feels sweetly embraced by the change of pace. One of the best decisions she ever made. Following a previous life in restaurant operations, she set out on a year long self guided pilgrimage. Staying in ashrams and meditation centres to explore embodiement of the yogic lifestyle, in none of other than its birthplace of India. The intention being to better understand the intricacies of her own heritage, fostering spiritual growth. Her time abroad allowed her to absorb the nuances and traditions of Eastern hospitality which have reminded her to connect with authencity and sincerity everyday. She aspires to educate that the practice of yoga extends beyond being in a studio moving your body, manipulating your breath, relaxing and meditating. Empowering yogis to approach themselves with playfulness and curiosity inwards, themes from the traditional philosophies are woven through her classes to remind us how to take our practice off the mat. The message remains consistent; Slow down, breathe, illuminate the positive qualities of one's life, by approaching one’s own self with love. If not dancing in the kitchen, you can find her with a camera in hand. She’s happiest snacking in the sun, day dreaming by the sea or flowing on her yoga mat.

Jill S

Jill grew up in a large loving family of 8, being a middle child taught her the art of caring for others at an early age. Being very sensitive to the energies of people around her, Jill found herself wanting to help to make all things better. The desire to help others led her to a career in nursing at Island Health. Jill retired in 2021 after a 35-year career, 25 of these years at Hospice caring for the dying and their loved ones. Healing Touch was Jill’s introduction to energy work about 20 years ago and she found it to be a beautiful skill to have at the bedside. Jill completed two levels of Healing Touch and planned on continuing to all levels until she discovered Reiki. Jill completely fell in love with the simple and profound practice of Reiki and completed her training in 2022 and is a Usai Reiki Master Practitioner. Jill creates a welcoming safe space for clients to relax and surrender to the gentle energy with the intention of benefiting their body, mind and spirit for their highest good.

Karla G

Born in Mexico City, my journey into the world of yoga began at the age of twelve. This early start led me down a transformative path of self-healing and self-knowledge. My first introduction to yoga was in 2008 with the 26 and 2 series, and in 2014 I completed the Bikram Yoga Teacher Training. Later, I completed an Ashtanga Yoga Teacher Training and Pranayama and Mudra Certifications with Guruji BNS Iyengar in Mysore, India. I am currently pursuing an Intermediate Hatha Yoga certification. My teachings are deeply rooted in the traditions of the Ghosh and Ashtanga yoga lineages. My love for movement and holistic wellness inspired me to study holistic nutrition and herbal medicine, equipping me to support others on their health journeys. Today, I am dedicated to teaching yoga and leading retreats, creating spaces for growth and transformation. As a Holistic Nutritionist and Herbalist, I also offer personalized health consultations online, helping clients achieve balance and vitality in their lives. Website: rootedpathhealth.com Instagram: karla_livingmindfully

Jaime K