casey

FAVOURITE YOGA POSE OR CYCLING POSITION: Sprinting in third & adho mukha svanasana
FAVOURITE SONG:  the first time by U2
FAVOURITE DISCOVERY: my wedding dress
FAVOURITE PLACE IN THE WORLD: Agamim Resort, Eilat
FAVOURITE CHARITY:  Imagine a cure for Leukemia
WHO INSPIRES YOU? so many people inspire me daily, always my husband, my son, S, T, my mother & believe it yes, my mother in-law!
COFFEE OR TEA? coffee misto with soy
FAVOURITE SCENT: cacharel
PIVOTAL TRAINING OR TEACHER THAT HAS BROUGHT YOU TO THIS PLACE: life experience & my partner in crime.
THE VOICE OF REASON IN YOUR LIFE: living, Mark, passed on, Aunt L.
A QUOTE THAT YOU LIVE BY: 'when fear is replaced by hope, it becomes a trampoline for progress'

sari

FAVOURITE YOGA POSE OR CYCLING POSITION: Handstand. I feel a sense of fear, strength and exhilaration all at the same time.
FAVOURITE SONG: Gimme Shelter by The Rolling Stones
FAVOURITE DISCOVERY: That you can make a living doing what you are crazy about!
FAVOURITE PLACE IN THE WORLD: Anywhere in France and NYC
FAVOURITE CHARITY:  Imagine a Cure for Leukemia
WHO INSPIRES YOU? The amazing people that I am lucky enough to meet every day, artists, and individuals who dare to choose the life they want and make no apologies for it.
COFFEE OR TEA? Hmmm. Toss up. Both are necessary daily!
FAVOURITE SCENT: Jasmine & fresh roasted coffee beans
PIVOTAL TRAINING OR TEACHER THAT HAS BROUGHT YOU TO THIS PLACE:  Sonic Yoga Teacher Training in NYC that I did for the fun of it!
THE VOICE OF REASON IN YOUR LIFE: There are a few - Sister, Husband and my own heart
A QUOTE THAT YOU LIVE BY: “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” Eleanor Roosevelt

lana

FAVOURITE YOGA POSE OR CYCLING POSITION: Sirsasana (Headstand),-finding steadiness and trusting myself when the world is turned upside down, or a long Supta Baddha Konasana (Reclined Bound Angle) complete with bolster, strap, blankets and an eye pillow!
FAVOURITE SONG: Into Dust by Mazzy Star
FAVOURITE DISCOVERY: Drummers in Exile--drum circles every Tuesday night in the city, and Sonica Sanctus with Gary Diggins--sound healing evenings using drums, various instruments, voices--all improvised
FAVOURITE PLACE IN THE WORLD: Finca Amrta, an organic chocolate farm (and so much more) in Costa Rica
FAVOURITE CHARITY: The Canadian Paraplegic Association, encouraging us all to see past the physical to the ability present
WHO INSPIRES YOU? My parents, my friends--fellow theatre artists, Michael Franti, David Life and Sharon Gannon
COFFEE OR TEA? Tea! Beautiful Foolishness--seek it out and drink it.
FAVOURITE SCENT: Newly blooming lilacs, vegan baked goods sitting on the oven waiting to cool
PIVOTAL TRAINING OR TEACHER THAT HAS BROUGHT YOU TO THIS PLACE: Jivamukti Yoga-the training and all of the teachers in Toronto, Tracey Soghrati, Jim Moreau who began teaching yoga in high school gymnasiums in Red Deer, Alberta and sparked a life-long love affair with yoga
THE VOICE OF REASON IN YOUR LIFE: My mom, and my dear friend/yogini Sarah Cutfield
A QUOTE THAT YOU LIVE BY:  "You are the only one that can use your ability. It is an awesome responsibility."  Zig Ziglar

toni

FAVOURITE YOGA/CYCLE POSE..... ANY WARRIOR POSE , VERY ENTERTAINING AS THEY COMBINE GREAT FANTASY WITH STRENGTH AND ENDURANCE
FAVORITE SONG... 'THE NATIONAL ANTHEM, I KNOW THE LYRICS AND IT STILL MOVES ME'
FAVORITE DISCOVERY... 'HOW TO FINALLY USE THE TV REMOTE'
FAVORITE PLACE IN THE WORLD....'ANYWHERE WITH WITH MY CHILDREN AND THE PEOPLE I LOVE GATHERED TOGETHER ..IS BLISS,  ALTHOUGH,  NYC IS NICE '..
FAVORITE CHARITY.... 'RE -THINK BREAST CANCER'  and  'THE PRINCESS MARGARET HOSPITAL'
WHO INSPIRES YOU.. 'ANYONE WHO IS AUTHENTIC AND POSSESES PHYSICAL AND MORAL COURAGE'
COFFEE... 'NESPRESSO'
FAVORITE SCENT.. 'SANTA MARIA NOVELLA POMEGRANATE'
PIVITOAL TRAINING/TEACHER WHO BROUGHT ME HERE...AGE AND WISDOM FINALLY DELIVERED ME HERE!
THE VOICE OF REASON IN YOUR LIFE..'IF YOU DO THINGS WELL, DO THEM BETTER. BE BRAVE, BE DARING, BE BOLD, BE JUST.'
QUOTE THAT YOU LIVE BY..... 'CHARACTER IS YOU, MINUS YOUR POSSESSIONS'

danielle

stefania

yvonne

FAVOURITE YOGA POSE: Wild thing
FAVOURITE DISCOVERY: It's not the destination but the journey.
FAVOURITE PLACE IN THE WORLD: anywhere that I am surrounded by nature.
WHO INSPIRES YOU: My kids
COFFEE OR TEA: Definitely tea although I have a new found appreciation for Frappuccinos.
Favourite scent: Sandalwood/Vanilla
PIVOTAL TRAINING OR TEACHER THAT HAS BROUGHT YOU TO THIS PLACE: Michael Siddall and my introduction to the world of Anusara yoga.
VOICE OF REASON IN YOUR LIFE: Randi M.
A QUOTE THAT YOU LIVE BY: Listen to your heart above all other voices.

jodi

FAVOURITE YOGA POSE OR CYCLING POSITION:  Yoga: Downward facing dog, it seems to allow me to reach my full stretch potential, soothing and satisfying, but then there is ‘child’s pose’ which brings back only good memories; Spinning: hard climb in third and flushing it out in first, double time, which just gets my “grrrr on!”.
FAVOURITE SONG:  Anything that moves me to sing or to cry...so stand clear regardless!
FAVOURITE DISCOVERY: Finding pleasure within (further explanation on request)
FAVOURITE PLACE IN THE WORLD:  White sandy beach, preferably on the Italian Riviera, or so I’m told
FAVOURITE CHARITY:  Sheena’s Place, and my husband’s charitable foundation which provided free medicine to children all around the world
WHO INSPIRES YOU? My children and all of my Spynga-mates who have encouraged me to take this challenge
COFFEE OR TEA? Coffee in the morning tea in the evening
FAVOURITE SCENT: Joe Malone
PIVOTAL TRAINING OR TEACHER THAT HAS BROUGHT YOU TO THIS PLACE: Watching Casey on the bike and Sari on the mat....and of course my former boot camp partner Jaimie
THE VOICE OF REASON IN YOUR LIFE: My husband
A QUOTE THAT YOU LIVE BY: You are only as deep as your greatest pain and you can only grow by finding your greatest depth.....dig deep

karen

FAVOURITE YOGA POSE OR CYCLING POSITION: Chaturanga Dandasana
FAVOURITE SONG: She's the one by Bruce Springsteen
FAVOURITE DISCOVERY: Europe and the food!
FAVOURITE PLACE IN THE WORLD: My home
FAVOURITE CHARITY: Free the children & Sickkids
WHO INSPIRES YOU? My husband and Daughter
COFFEE OR TEA? Coffee
FAVOURITE SCENT:Fresh baked cookies
PIVOTAL TRAINING OR TEACHER THAT HAS BROUGHT YOU TO THIS PLACE: Seane Corn
THE VOICE OF REASON IN YOUR LIFE: My husband and father
A QUOTE THAT YOU LIVE BY:   The greater our understanding, the greater our capacity for love - Anodea Judith

kacey

FAVOURITE YOGA POSE OR CYCLING POSITION:  Yoga = Pigeon (worst = crow or standing split in case you were wondering), love all the positions on the bike (and let’s be real – there aren’t that many to choose from)!
FAVOURITE SONG:  VERY difficult question.  If I must say just one - Southern Cross – Crosby Stills Nash and Young
FAVOURITE DISCOVERY:  Haagen Dazs Rocky Road Ice Cream
FAVOURITE PLACE IN THE WORLD: Big Sur California (or my bed at the end of a long day)
FAVOURITE CHARITY:  Sick Children’s Hospital
WHO INSPIRES YOU?  My family - each and every one of them – from my children (3 and 6) to my grandmother (91) and everyone in between
COFFEE OR TEA?  Coffee
FAVOURITE SCENT:  My husband’s neck
PIVOTAL TRAINING OR TEACHER THAT HAS BROUGHT YOU TO THIS PLACE:  I never worked out a day in my life before coming to Spynga so I can honestly say that all the wonderful Spynga teachers (my own personal village) have been a huge driving force in getting me to this place – physically and emotionally. 
THE VOICE OF REASON IN YOUR LIFE: Too hard to choose – I use different voices for different reasons.  I am lucky enough to have the most incredible friends, family and husband – all of who bring truth and love with their reason.
A QUOTE THAT YOU LIVE BY:  Nurture and protect the Spirit within

allie

FAVOURITE YOGA POSE OR CYCLING POSITION: yoga pose camel, cycling position thick jumps in third
FAVOURITE SONG: smells like teen spirit
FAVOURITE DISCOVERY: electricity!
FAVOURITE PLACE IN THE WORLD: my tempurpedic bed
FAVOURITE CHARITY: drs. without borders
WHO INSPIRES YOU? my mother
COFFEE OR TEA? tea
FAVOURITE SCENT: lavender and spearmint
PIVOTAL TRAINING OR TEACHER THAT HAS BROUGHT YOU TO THIS PLACE: Casey Soer, Sari Nisker, Brooke Boon
THE VOICE OF REASON IN YOUR LIFE: my dad
A QUOTE THAT YOU LIVE BY: “Security is mostly a superstition. It does not exist in nature, nor do the children of men as a whole experience it. Avoiding danger is no safer in the long run than outright exposure. Life is either a daring adventure or nothing.” -- Helen Keller

coach J

FAVOURITE YOGA POSE OR CYCLING POSITION: Cobra pose.  Great abdominal stretch.
FAVOURITE SONG: Man in the mirror by Michael Jackson
FAVOURITE DISCOVERY: Luon pants from Lululemon 6 years ago.
FAVOURITE PLACE IN THE WORLD: San Diego, California
FAVOURITE CHARITY:  Swish for the cure or anything to do with Autism.
WHO INSPIRES YOU? The people I train every day, and the kids I coach in basketball.
COFFEE OR TEA? Tea
FAVOURITE SCENT: Cocoa butter
PIVOTAL TRAINING OR TEACHER THAT HAS BROUGHT YOU TO THIS PLACE:  Coach David Buchanan my personal mentor for 5 years while living in California. He is a Personal trainer for NFL players and a college professor.
This was a great friendship and learning experience to be part of.
THE VOICE OF REASON IN YOUR LIFE: My girlfriend 
A QUOTE THAT YOU LIVE BY:  “In order to do more you have to become more as a person” – John C. Maxwell

nadia

FAVOURITE YOGA POSE OR CYCLING POSITION: Yoga- Warrior 2 or Tree pose.  Spin- climb in 1st, 2nd or 3rd
FAVOURITE SONG:  Changes ALL the time....currently, "God Only Knows"   by, Natalie Maines
FAVOURITE DISCOVERY: Prescription sunglasses and PVR, I no longer live on t.v. time.
FAVOURITE PLACE IN THE WORLD: Snuggled in bed talking and laughing with my husband, Brett at the end of a long day/ Santa Monica and Venice California or ANY beach in Bermuda
FAVOURITE CHARITY: My childrens' schools. Giving time and listening to those who need a friend.
WHO INSPIRES YOU? My family. The people I meet everyday
COFFEE OR TEA? Coffee
FAVOURITE SCENT: lavender, my hubby's kiss, my kids' toes!
PIVOTAL TRAINING OR TEACHER THAT HAS BROUGHT YOU TO THIS PLACE:  My beautiful mentors, Casey Soer and Sari Nisker-Fox. 
THE VOICE OF REASON IN YOUR LIFE: My elders...although hard to accept their advice at times....they have, "been there, done that".
A QUOTE THAT YOU LIVE BY: "And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love, you make". - Abbey Road, The Beatles


 

normy