My Story

Hi, I’m Shannon—and I’m truly honored to be part of your yoga journey.

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Yoga has been part of my life for more than twenty years, quietly supporting me through growth, challenge, and transformation. But it became truly life‑changing during a period when I felt completely burnt out in my “secure” job in the school system. By my third stress leave, I was exhausted, unhappy, and unsure how I would keep going. Deep down, I knew something had to shift. I could stay in a role that was draining me, or I could take a leap of faith toward the work that had been lighting me up for years. I chose the leap—and it changed everything.

 

Stepping into yoga full time wasn’t just a career move; it was a return to myself. Yoga had helped me breathe again, reconnect, and rebuild from the inside out. That lived experience shapes the way I teach today. My classes are inclusive, welcoming, and designed for every body and every mind. Whether you’re seeking strength, softness, grounding, or simply a moment to breathe, you’ll find space here to show up exactly as you are.

 

With over 1,500 hours of training and a deep commitment to lifelong learning, I teach from both knowledge and heart. Yoga 4 Life Winnipeg is the result of that journey—a place where movement, mindfulness, and community come together. My hope is that you leave each class feeling supported, nourished, and a little more like yourself.

📚 My Certifications & Training Include:

• 500-hour Club Pilates Certification

• 300-hour Advanced Yoga Teacher Training with Hart Lazer (United Yoga Montreal)

• 50-hour Yin Yoga Certification – Omniji Teacher’s College Winnipeg

• 50-hour Sivatantra Yoga Certification – Peg City Yoga

• YogaFit Level 1 & Health Care Level 1

• IM=X Pilates Basic Certification

• Barre Teacher Training – The Yoga Barre (Nov 2018)

• TRX Certification

• POUND Certification

• Anti-Gravity Fitness

• Aqua Physical FloatFit HIIT, Balance & Grow Certifications

 

I’m deeply grateful to all the incredible teachers who have shared their wisdom with me.

Their guidance continues to shape my practice and my teaching.

My mission is simple: to help others thrive. I want to support you in nurturing your body, calming your mind, and uplifting your spirit—so you can live more fully, both on and off the mat.

When you leave class, my hope is that you feel refreshed, nourished, and balanced.

“Yoga is bringing fitness in body, calmness in mind, kindness in heart and awareness in life.” — Amit Ray, Yoga: The Science of Well-Being

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