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Stacey Arseneau ERYT500, YACEP
Stacey has devoted herself to the practice of Yoga since 2004, earning a reputation as a “Teacher’s Teacher” through her leadership of Yoga Alliance-accredited trainings at Nelson School of Yoga (NSOY), her esteemed Shala in the Kootenays. With a foundation rooted in disciplined practice and a commitment to nurturing community, she guides students toward a deeper understanding of Yoga’s transformative potential.
In 2007, her exploration led her to the Ashtanga method in a modest Kitsilano apartment, guided by Chris Richardson alongside a dedicated group of practitioners. This self-led practice, steeped in camaraderie and mutual support, laid the groundwork for the community-centered ethos that now defines NSOY.
In 2009, Stacey joined the faculty at Vancouver’s renowned Semperviva Yoga and YYoga’s downtown Flow location, a fusion of traditions that included Kelly and Jason’s pioneering Flow Yoga.During this time, she immersed herself in Vijnana Yoga - inspired from the Iyengar tradition - drawn to its precision and vitality. This opened pathways to advanced studies in functional movement and biomechanics, including Gioia Irwin’s Tensegrity Repair Series, anatomical pro-section through Somatic Explorations, and the fascial fitness principles of Thomas Myers. Under the mentorship of Christine Clancy, a distinguished Iyengar and Vijnana Yoga teacher, Stacey deepened her mastery of Yoga philosophy and Pranayama practices over several years.
In 2020, Stacey realized a long-held vision with the founding of Nelson School of Yoga in Nelson, British Columbia. NSOY stands as a sanctuary for holistic practice, where students engage with Yoga as a unifying discipline of body, mind, and spirit, enriched by a vibrant community.
Now, a dedicated student of the Kriya Yoga tradition, Stacey continues her studies with the teachings Roy Eugene Davis, who himself was a close disciple of Paramahansa Yogananda.Welcoming practitioners of all levels, from novices to seasoned students, Stacey creates an inclusive space where the timeless teachings of Yoga are explored with integrity and grace.
Follow me on Instagram @stacey.arseneau
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Robert E. Livingood
My practice of meditation, strength training, nutrition, self-study, and nature immersion, has resulted in unshakable resilience.
If you know me, you know my life hasn’t been easy. I’ve overcome serious adversity. Each challenge has taught me more about who I really am and what I’m truly capable of. I live with meaningful purpose. My dreams are actualized.
I’ve pulled myself up from poverty, healed from vicious trauma, received a degree in science without even finishing high school, and studied grizzly bears in the wild.
Creatively, my music has been played by some of my favourite DJs around the world. My articles are published in major outdoor magazines, and I’ve traveled extensively in N. America’s wildest corners.
More than any of this, I have a tremendously successful marriage; filled with love and support. My wife Stacey inspires the hell out of me with the work she does at NSOY. We have a sweet family with Stacey’s daughter, our animals, and we live in our own little home in the mountains.
I share insights from the experience of my life through one-on-one guidance and coaching sessions.My aim is to help others who are struggling with addiction, mental and physical health, relationships, blockages in creativity, finding purpose, enacting personal change, and actualizing potential. I know that liberation is possible.
Reach out if you would like to re-orient yourself toward actualizing your dreams.
Follow me on Instagram @robert.e.livingood
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Mandy Chutskoff
Mandy was introduced to yoga in university, in 2005. This was a pivotal moment which led to hundreds of hours of teacher trainings and practice. She has studied for years with Nicki Doane, lived in Indonesia and studied yoga and the energetic body with Sri Guru, co-owned and operated a yoga and fitness studio for 7 years, studied herbalism and learned from many gifted healers through clearings, conversations and workshops.
Now settled back in the Kootenays where she was born and raised, Mandy finds comfort in going back to her roots; nature, simplicity, family, friends and community. She offers classes, one-on-one treatments, workshops and seasonal retreats.
“What yoga offers is a space to find connection, reassurance, and the journey back to yourself. What I offer is guidance to becoming comfortable in your body, to let go of worry, and find joy. Together, we create a community of healing.”
Follow me on Instagram @mandy_chutskoff
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Loz Rolfe
After leaving school I spent five years working in the Real Estate Industry, within the residential and commercial sectors. At stages of my career, I had to work long hours to keep up with the workload, this took a toll on my mental and physical health.
During this time I found yoga, starting off with a beginners Hatha Yoga Course in a local church. I used this as a tool to find time in my day to pause, manage stress, regulate my nervous system and become more in tune with my body. Whilst also gaining physical strength, mobility and flexibility.
Since then, I have developed my practice with a variety of yoga styles including Vinyasa, Yin, Restorative, Meditation, Pranayama, Hatha, Hot and Ashtanga Yoga. Once I had completed my Yoga Teacher Training, I wanted to continue expanding my tool belt and learning more about different wellness practices. Completing further study in Yin & Restorative Yoga, Matwork & Reformer Pilates, Sound Healing and Reiki.
I can't wait to meet you and join you on your journey!
Follow me on Instagram @flowwithloz
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Ellissa Crête Dr.TCM
Ellissa’s journey as a therapist in the healing arts has paralleled her exploration of the mind-body connection through studying Yoga Asana and Vipassana meditation in Canada and in India. While traveling in India in 2005, she was introduced to the Iyengar Yoga method, which focuses on therapeutic postural alignment and the efficient use of props. In 2010, Ellissa completed a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training inspired by the Iyengar and Ashtanga methods under the guidance of Hart Lazer at United Yoga Montreal. Ellissa has been teaching weekly Yoga classes in Nelson, BC since 2010.
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Lauren Dienhoff
Lauren’s journey to Yoga began in her local community gyms and Yoga studios in Melbourne, having attended with her family members, and finding her own desire to continue the practice. A childhood of dancing, cheerleading and acrobatics formed her embodied movement style, establishing a discipline to move for the wellbeing of her mind and body. She later discovered this in Yogic principles, and finds passion in sharing this with others.
Her first 200hr Vinyasa Yoga Teaching Training was completed under the teaching of Jesse Fenech at Warrior One in Melbourne, Australia, in 2020, and her second training, a culmination of Hatha Yoga, Restorative and Mobility styles with Amy Carmody Movement in 2023.
Lauren’s public teaching began at CorePlus Studios in Melbourne, and has continued to offer classes whilst travelling in Mexico and Canada, and now, Nelson School of Yoga. Lauren’s philosophy is guided by her own practice of Transcendental Meditation and Vedic teachings, after sitting her practice with Mahasoma in Australia in 2023. She explored her own devotional practice in a journey to India with her meditation community in 2024.
Lauren’s desire to serve the community is through Yoga; leading with wisdom, exploring awareness of the Self, and cultivating compassion into everyday living.Follow me on Instagram @laurendienhoff
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Molly Jo Mcquaid
Molly Jo specializes in pranayama and mindful movement, guiding students to synchronize each breath with motion to craft a seamless flow that nourishes both body and spirit.
Her teaching centers on deepening self-awareness, promoting inner calm, and strengthening a sense of belonging within her classes.
Passionate about accessibility, Molly Jo fosters a warm, inclusive space where practitioners of all abilities feel empowered and supported on their yoga path.
Follow me on Instagram @yogawithmollyjo
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Kara-Leah Grant
A boundary-pushing yogi, unapologetically unraveling the threads of liberation with fierce authenticity. She's a seasoned mentor, guiding others through the fire of transformation with a Tantric lens that devours everything in its path - no holding back. Whether leading immersive workshops or sharing potent wisdom in her weekly newsletter, she's a true trailblazer in the spiritual space, unraveling the knots of trauma, patterns, and karma. With her no-nonsense approach to self-knowledge, Kara-Leah invites you to step into a deeper, rawer connection with life itself.
Follow me on Instagram @karaleah108
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Carli Winter
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Ryan Murdoch
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Leah Jackson
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Surya Adi
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