My Bio – in Brief
Professional Level Certified Kripalu Yoga Teacher (500 hour)

I am a Kripalu yoga teacher who has studied a variety of yoga styles and traditions with teachers in Canada and the US for the last 18 years.  My studies have resulted in over 1000 hours of Yoga Alliance Certified Training. 

​Nowadays, I enjoy integrating my knowledge and experience to provide safe and nurturing yoga classes for students of all ages and levels of practice. Before yoga became the driving force in my life, I had a variety of careers. I began my working life in 1977 as an analytical chemist in the food industry, then I operated a home jewellery design business, in 1997 returning to the corporate world as an online marketing manager for a consumer health company. The year 2004 became pivotal as I transitioned to my current role as a yoga teacher.

I live in Ballantrae, Ontario with my precocious feline, Junior. My husband of 22 years, Lee, passed away on March 19th, 2022. I have two supportive and loving adult daughters Stephanie (Kyle) and Nathalie (Ryan) and four darling grandchildren. The newest was born in December of 2022. Mira the miracle!

My husband and I created a beautiful studio in our home in the Ballantrae area of Stouffville. It has lovely cork floors and props for all levels including warm, supportive blankets and bolsters for sweet support. Yogis have been welcomed here since November of 2014.

Please feel free to contact Lydia by email: info@LydiaYoga.com