Yoga Teacher + Pilates Instructor

When Amanda was a teenager, her mom brought home a yoga video: Ali McGraw Yoga with Erich Schiffman. It was love at first savasana. Amanda completed her first yoga teacher training in 2006 and has been in training ever since.

Teaching yoga and pilates allows Amanda to help others live better in their bodies and weave together 3 of her favourite things - movement, science and philosophy.

Amanda’s classes are renowned for being educational, introspective, and fun. She creates a welcoming and accessible atmosphere where students feel encouraged to explore movement with mindfulness and curiosity and to connect with the deeper dimensions of practice. From precise anatomical cues to philosophical insights, her classes take a holistic approach to yoga, encouraging students to make connections between body, breath, mind, and heart.

In addition to being a registered Kinesiologist she is a 500 hour certified yoga teacher, Stott Pilates instructor and is trained in, Tune Up Fitness, Yoga for Arthritis, Bone Fit, Exercise for Cancer.

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Physiotherapy Resident

Alyson became interested in online yoga and Pilates while serving in the Canadian Armed Forces. These practices helped her heal her body through movement in a stress-free environment. After completing her bachelor of Kinesiology at Brock University went on to achieve an MSc Physiotherapy degree from Keele University in the United Kingdom.

While waiting to write the Ontario Clinical Exam, Alyson obtained her Pilates Reformer Instructor certification through the Pilates Process and began working as a PTA and group class instructor at Lost ‘n Found.

Alyson believes in a holistic and hands-on approach to physiotherapy practice and incorporates the mind and body in her work. She has a keen interest in paediatric physiotherapy, aquatherapy and women’s health. She eagerly looks forward to welcoming her clients and assisting them in enhancing their independence, mobility and strength!

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Pilates Instructor

Jasmyn grew up active and enjoyed playing various sports and was involved in running and swimming but spent most of her time dancing. Her passion for dance continued all the way into her early adulthood when she became a dance teacher.

As a dance teacher, Jasmyn became curious about the fitness world and decided to complete her Personal Training and Nutritionist Certification. She then went on to train clients and coach group classes. During this time as a Personal Trainer, Jasmyn continued to explore different modalities of movement including bodybuilding, CrossFit, HIIT training, yoga, and Pilates.

Committed to expanding her knowledge and skills, Jasmyn has completed her Level 1 and 2 Mat Pilates training and Reformer Pilates training with Pilates Process. She is currently completing her training in the Pilates Chair and Cadillac.

Jasmyn loves to share her passion for Pilates and seeks to create a safe space for everybody to explore and challenge their bodies in new and exciting ways.

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Ana discovered Pilates at the age of 14 while recovering from an ankle injury. As a dedicated ballet and contemporary dancer, choreographer, and teacher, her physical therapist recommended Pilates to complement her training. Seeking balance in her movement practice, she quickly fell in love with the method.

In 2012, Ana earned her first certification in Reformer Pilates while pursuing her university studies. Since then, she has continuously expanded her expertise, completing specialized training in Prenatal Reformer Pilates (2017, Buenos Aires), Cadillac and Chair Pilates (2018), and Full Mat Pilates (2020–2021).

With extensive experience training dancers, acrobats, runners, and hockey players, Ana also specializes in guiding new mothers through prenatal and postpartum Pilates. Her passion for teaching allows her to integrate her deep understanding of dance and movement with Pilates, whether assisting in rehabilitation, enhancing athletic performance, or promoting overall well-being.

Ana strives to create a space where students feel both supported and challenged in their practice, offering them the opportunity to reconnect with their bodies and minds. Within the Lost ‘n Found Community, her goal is to cultivate an environment that is both compassionate and empowering

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Pilates Instructor

Julia was first introduced to Pilates at a very young age when she would join her mom in their basement following along side by side to Pilates workout videos on VHS. She also began dancing at the age of 2 and after many years of being a competitive dance she moved to Toronto where she completed a B.F.A in Performance and Choreography at York University. At York, Julia also ran the Hip Hop Dance Club and university competitive team for 3 years while pursuing a career as a professional dancer.

When COVID put her dance life on hold she discovered yoga and it’s many benefits. Her yoga and Pilates practice became a safe space for her where she found a great sense of community. Over time she noticed how this new way of moving and incorporating mindfulness was a complement to her rigorous dance training.

Feeling inspired, Julia decided she wanted to pursue a career as a movement instructor and became certified in Level 1 and 2 Mat Pilates and Reformer Pilates with Pilates Process. She is currently completing her Pilates Chair and Cadillac training.

She is looking forward to using her dance background to create unique movement sequences and hopefully introduce Pilates as a safe movement practice to young dancers who may be dealing with injuries or mental burnout.

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B.Sc. Kin., DPT., Registered Physiotherapist

Leigh began her yoga journey in 2010, while completing her Doctorate in Physical Therapy at D’Youville College. Leigh has been a practicing Physiotherapist for 11 years.

Leigh is excited to be blending her Physiotherapy training with her love of yoga and Pilates to offer clients Physiotherapy Reformer Pilates at Lost ‘n Found Yoga. Leigh provides a hands-on assessment, treatment plan, manual therapy as needed, ultrasound treatment as needed, and partners with the Lost ‘n Found Yoga certified instructors to provide treatments using Reformer Pilates.

Leigh is excited to meet you and help you on your journey towards increased strength, mobility and well-being!

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Co-Team Lead Pilates Team, Pilates Instructor + Pilates Physiotherapy Assistant, Yoga Teacher

Heather is a small town girl, with a big heart.

She started her yoga journey to help her find peace while her dad was battling Alzheimer’s Disease and it has offered her skills she turns to when life becomes overwhelming.

Heather discovered Pilates after a surgery left her feeling estranged in her own body. The benefits of the modality helped her heal physically but also helped her reconnect to her body.

Heather comes from a Recreational Therapy background and is a Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher, a Yoga Teacher and a Personal Training Specialist. Heather continues to grow her knowledge by taking courses that provide her with knowledge and tools she uses to provide her clients have the most holistic movement experience possible.

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Yoga Teacher + Pilates Instructor

A dancer all her life, Valeriia, became a Yoga instructor at Lost ‘n Found Yoga after falling in love with the flow of Vinyasa that reminded her of dancing. While completing her 200 hour yoga teacher training at Lost ‘n Found in 2019, she concurrently completed her certification as a BootyBarre instructor.

With a desire to learn and grow her career as a movement teacher, Valeriia completed her Reformer Pilates teacher training as well as her Pilates Chair and Cadillac teacher training from Pilates Process. Valeriia is from the Ukraine where has a degree in Pedagogical Education of Philological Science and a mat Pilates certification.

Valeriia has been teaching Yoga at Lost ‘n Found since 2020 and became part of the fabulous Pilates team in 2023.

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Yoga Teacher + Pilates Instructor

Barb’s happy place has always been on the water, on the trails or at the gym/studio. Born with an innate desire to move and challenge her body, she spent her university years rowing varsity and then later racing Ironman triathlon, trail running and mountain biking.

Barb brings her knowledge from her undergrad in Community Health and Masters of Applied Health Science from Brock University to her instruction as a yoga and Pilates teacher. She is always learning and practices what she teaches!

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Pilates Instructor

Christina started her Pilates journey about 15 years ago, where she attended mat classes twice a week as a way to improve her techniques with horseback riding. Christina values the confidence that Pilates gives you through connecting with one’s body and building strength. She believes in health at every size, body neutrality and the importance of a mind-body connection. Christina took a break from Pilates to pursue a career in the mental health field, completing a Bachelor’s in Psychology, but found her way back to her mat at Lost’ N Found in July 2023. She uses the tools she has learned as a Mental Health Counsellor to apply to her work as a Pilates Instructor.

Christina has completed her Level 1 and 2 Mat Pilates training and Reformer Training with The Pilates Process. She is currently completing her Pilates Chair and Cadillac certification.

Outside of Pilates, Christina can be found reading, cross stitching and spending time with her dog.

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Melissa is a dedicated Yoga and Pilates Instructor with a deep passion for helping others find balance and strength through movement. Melissa started practicing yoga in her early 20s and completed her 200 RYT certification at Yoga by Sarah in 2015. She recently completed her recently finished the Mat and Reformer Pilates teacher training through Pilates Process at Lost ‘n Found.

Melissa has also been an integral part of the front desk team, where she delights in connecting with clients. She has enjoyed teaching the Friday 6:30 am Yoga and Weights class this summer, and has embraced her many roles within the studio with enthusiasm.

Outside of her professional life, Melissa finds joy in exploring the Niagara Region and is always looking for a new adventure. If she is not at Lost ‘n Found, you can find out for a run or spending time with her kids and dog. Melissa’s vibrant energy and commitment to her clients make her a cherished part of the Lost ‘n Found community!

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Yoga Teacher + Pilates Instructor

Since her earliest days, Diana has always been ‘a girl in motion’. She danced her way through school always choreographing and teaching anyone who would listen. Her love of this art form inspired her to earn a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance at York University.

While at university Diana found yoga and Pilates and realized how important it was to understand body mechanics so that you can train in a healthy way. Her love for movement grew and she knew that she had a passion that she wanted to share.

Diana has been teaching students of all ages for over 15 years. At Lost ’n Found, Diana has found an environment where she can share yoga, Pilates and dance! She encourages her students to find strength, balance and awareness in body and in spirit.

In addition to her B.F.A in dance and her 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training certification she is CDTA Full Member in Ballet and Jazz, CDTA Associate Member in Modern and has completed a full Comprehensive Pilates Teacher Training Program.

Students often comment that Diana’s joyful, energetic nature and ready smile make her classes a welcoming and happy place to be!

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