Christie Dauphinee Pilates Instructor Christie Dauphinee is a fully certified STOTT PILATES Instructor.  Chrisitie routinely teaches Mat, Reformer, small equipment, Injury and Special Populations. She is a lifelong athlete whose passion for sports began with ringette and hockey at the age of 5. Christie was internationally competitive until the age of 15 when her focus shifted to all sports, encompassing the process rather than the specific sport. The mind/body connection to health and fitness is what drives her passion today. “I believe that Pilates encompasses correct movement that you can apply to any form of exercise.” Christie has her B.A. in Theatre and Music from Dalhousie University. At Dalhousie she had extensive dance and movement training for four years. She also acquired an Education Certification from the University of Maine at Presque Isle, where she improved the art of teaching. Her professional career as a personal trainer began five and a half years ago at various local spas and gyms. Whether it is a private session or a group class, her classes will help you rehabilitate your spine, improve your core and leave you feeling invigorated!
	Michelle Grant Yoga Instructor Michelle has been practicing yoga since 2001 when she discovered how its restorative effects helped to soothe an aching body. Michelle had suffered from chronic upper back pain due to scoliosis and poor posture, but yoga gave her more relief than any other method previously tried Michelle has been teaching yoga for two years and really enjoys guiding others in their practice.  Michelle teaches Vinyasa flow classes that incorporate a mixture of strength, flexibility, balance, breathing, relaxation, and awareness.   She believes that yoga is for everyone and Is always ready, and willing, to help students individual needs through offering modifications and suggestions Michelle is a third grade teacher by day and relish the opportunity to quiet the mind after very active (and sometimes loud), exciting days.  Although yoga is Michelle’s first love, she also enjoys other physical activities such as running, kickboxing, and spinning classes.  Michelle believes that Yoga is a wonderful compliment to any sport and states; “If you are trying yoga for the first time or have been practicing for years, I would love to see you in my classes.”