Meet Our Instructors

Past Sweat & Social Instructors

  • Danielle Mah-Westlake

    Lagree West Victoria

    Danielle is a physiotherapist and Master Trainer at Lagree West, blending clinical movement knowledge with Lagree’s low-impact, high-intensity training. Her classes emphasize controlled, purposeful movement to build strength, endurance, and functional body awareness for all levels.

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    Erin Keir

    YOGA LAB WESTSHORE & ERIN KEIR YOGA

    Erin is an RYT‑500 yoga instructor and Reiki practitioner who blends breath, alignment, and mindful movement. Her classes focus on mobility, core strength, and body awareness, leaving students grounded, connected, and empowered.

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    Maxine Fischer

    BODY BELOVED

    Maxine is a somatic practitioner whose work centers embodiment, nervous system awareness, and feeling at home in the body. Drawing from trauma-informed, consent-centred practices, her sessions invite presence, curiosity, and a deeper connection to sensation in a grounded, supportive way.

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    Nicki Lakas

    SALT PILATES & BARRE

    Nicki is a foundational instructor known for her intentional, intelligently programmed classes. With a focus on strength, precision, and supportive challenge, she creates an encouraging environment that leaves clients feeling strong, confident, and energized.

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    Carrie-Ann Robinson

    CARRIE ANN YOGA

    Vancouver Island yoga teacher and community builder, Carrie Ann brings 15 years of experience in mindful movement. Her classes focus on strength, balance, and presence, creating inviting spaces for connection and clarity.

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    Kelly Ann White

    LAGREE WEST & ANNEX FITNESS

    Kelly is a grounded, intentional strength coach and Kinesiologist who blends science-backed training with feel-good movement. Her classes focus on functional strength, dynamic intervals, and building confidence, leaving you empowered and energized.

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    Anna Kerevan

    TEDDY’S BOXING & FITNESS

    Anna is a high-energy boxing coach and owner of Teddy’s Boxing Fitness in Sidney, BC. With 17 years of experience, she blends boxing fundamentals, strength, and functional movement to create empowering, beginner-friendly workouts full of energy and endorphins.

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    Josie Joy Lawless

    ANNEX FITNESS & DRIP W JOJO

    Josie is a playful, high-energy movement instructor who blends barre, dance, strength, and somatic practice. Her classes are fun, full-body experiences designed to help you move with joy, reconnect to your body, and feel strong from the inside out.

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    Anna Childerhose

    SPAR BOXING & FITNESS & SPINCO

    Anna is a military veteran and fitness powerhouse with over 10 years of weight training and group fitness experience. Her high-intensity, full-body classes combine strength, precision, and energy to push you past your limits while keeping the vibes high.

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    Talina Barsalou

    STUDIO SEVEN PILATES

    Talina is a master of movement, blending STOTT PILATES®, functional fitness, and yoga to create dynamic, precise, and energizing classes. Her sessions challenge your body, awaken your strength, and leave you feeling empowered and alive.

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    Sam Streeter

    THE LAB

    Sam is a seasoned yoga instructor with over a decade of experience and 1,000+ training hours. Her classes focus on breath, presence, and mindful connection, creating calm, restorative spaces to help you soften, slow down, and reconnect with yourself.

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    Charlie Gates

    THE LAB

    Charlie is a queer sound practitioner and somatic facilitator whose immersive experiences invite rest, release, and deep listening. With years of training in sound meditation and movement-based practices, Charlie creates nurturing spaces for mind, body, and spirit to reconnect.

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    Shelly McCaffrey

    PVOLVE

    Shelly is a STOTT PILATES® Instructor and Trainer with a professional dance background and over 20 years of experience. Her mat Pilates classes combine strength, grace, and core work, leaving you feeling longer, stronger, and fully energized.

  • Jenny West Cooney

    Private Boxing
    Jenny is a powerhouse trainer with a background in Muay Thai, strength training, and group fitness. She brings an electric mix of energy, technique, and empowerment to every session, inspiring participants of all levels to move confidently and feel strong.