Liana brings us our Saturday morning yang yin yoga class, suitable for all levels! Liana always had a passion to teach. After graduating from the University of Alberta with her education degree she became a teacher at both the junior and senior high levels. Her love and passion for yoga grew stronger as she discovered various styles and the effects it was having not only on her body but also her mind. After practicing yoga for five years she decided to blend her two passions and become a yoga teacher. Her first 500 hour training was in 2010 and then followed by Baptiste training in 2011. She wanted to share her passion with her home town of Lethbridge, Alberta and so in 2013 she opened Hot Yoga Lethbridge. Her trainings then progressed with prenatal, synergy acro, rocket and yin yoga.

Kari has been helping individuals reach their fitness and lifestyle goals since 2004. She is a certified fitness trainer with the Alberta Fitness Leadership Certification Association (AFLCA) and has a designation in group fitness, fitness with portable equipment, resistance training, and indoor cycling. She is also certified in TRX suspension, VIPR, Barre, myofascial release, and pre- and post-natal training. Because safety is a priority, Kari is trained in CPR and First Aid. Kari has participated in numerous sporting events and activities including bodybuilding which she took 3rd place in both categories, triathlon, adventure racing, marathons, ultramarathons including the Death race, Sinister 7, the Grizzly Ultra and Blackfoot ultra, rock climbing, the MS bike tour, tour d Alberta, the DV 100 bike race, competitive tap dance, Soldiers of Fitness and the commando course. She is passionate about the body and mind connection and owns her own fitness business supporting others with their fitness goals.

Ariane Olshansky, a certified professional coach, matchmaker, and divorce coach, offers comprehensive guidance through every relationship stage. Drawing from her personal journey of navigating an amicable divorce that resulted in thriving children and a harmonious co-parenting relationship a decade later, Ariane brings a unique blend of empathy, expertise, and experience to her coaching practice. As a master certified intuition medicine practitioner, Ariane utilizes holistic approaches such as guided meditation, energy medicine tools, sound therapy, and dance to facilitate healing and personal growth. She specializes in supporting individuals of all ages through transitions, empowering them to flourish in times of change. Beyond her coaching expertise, Ariane is a sought-after speaker and co-author of two impactful books, "The Transformation Within" and "Grateful Hearts." Additionally, as an inventor with two US patents to her name, Ariane has demonstrated her creativity and innovative spirit in various endeavors.

Bianca is excited to facilitate nature connection and weave together mind-body-earth awareness. She trained as a certified guide with the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy (2023) and brings other bodyfulness and mindfulness trainings and teachings, including: certified and experienced yoga teacher (since 2007) for all ages/stages, Embodied Awareness facilitator (2015), meditation teacher (2017), and various psychology & somatic awareness studies. Bianca knows being of service in the world is a key to happiness and uses her skills of deep listening, compassion and insight to previously work as a Crisis Line volunteer (>250 hours), and also curated and facilitated 100’s of hours of in- person peer support groups. Bianca currently does transformational work full-time as a professional in a corporate environment “making good change happen” as a business analyst, project manager and change management specialist, and uses a mindful coaching lens to support people to be their best. On a guided Forest Therapy walk you'll have the opportunity to slow down, and get out of your head and into your body and senses. Participants are guided through a series of invitations to help pay attention, explore and connect with their surroundings and themselves. At times we will be walking, at other times we may be sitting or standing still and then rejoin in a brief group sharing circle. These slow walks in nature are typically one to two kilometers long and fit for all ages and physical conditions. A forest therapy experience enhances self-reflection, social interaction, and embodied awareness: a state of being fully present – connecting to your body, thoughts, feelings, perceptions and energy, while connected with others, the environment and the world.

Carrie-anne's greatest passion is bringing people together for healthy connection and she is so excited for this event as hosting at the Pomeroy Kananaskis Mountain Lodge has been a dream of hers for a while! Experts began joining this team of event contributors, the Pomeroy was available, and so it was! Carrie-anne straddles the professional leadership coaching realm and the wellness sector, working to bridge the two (in nature!) wherever possible. This particular event was spawned after Carrie-anne noticed that the coaching calls with her professional clients would almost always mention their romantic relationship. From CEOs, to managers, to front line leaders and entrepreneurs: they all talk about their spouses or partners, and a lot in fact. Sometimes the entire professional call could be about one's relationship. Be it good or bad or otherwise, this suggested to Carrie-anne not only how important that relationship is, but also how it infiltrates all areas of our lives. She recognizes the great power in having stability in the partnership relationship framework to set us up for success in other areas. She is excited to explore the topic of healthy relationships and communication with you! You will see her around as your main point person for this event. She looks forward to getting to know you! The Rocky Mountains hold a special place in her heart, especially the hidden gem of Kananaskis. She gets there with her two children and her pup regularly and she's excited to show you around! Ontario Lake Country is her second home and she spends a few months a year there.