I’m a
Wellness Coach leading interactive trainings & workshops that help individuals and organizations experience greater energy, alignment, and wellbeing in their everyday lives.
My approach is experiential & engaging-blending movement, reflection & practical strategies so people don’t just learn about wellness, they feel it & can apply it in real time.
I present on a variety of topics including:
- Voice Coaching for Presentation Skills
- Energy for Vitality
- Effective Listening & Healthy Relationships
- Mindful Training Throughout the Day
- Fit Mix, Mindful Movement & Flow
- Training the Body to Change the Brain
- Applying the Qualities of Mindfulness
- Moving from Compassion to Action
- Mindful Training for Sport & Fitness
- Enhancing the Immune System
- Mindful Eating & Taking Care
- Exercises to Support Change
- Happier Living & Arriving Here
With over 20 years at the University of Toronto Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education, I led the development and delivery of fitness, dance, sport, mindful movement, yoga & meditation programs across the Faculty’s multiple facilities from the Athletic Centre to Golding Centre for High Performance Sport.
In this leadership role, I:
- Designed & implemented innovative fitness & instruction programs
- Presented wellness trainings & workshops
- Managed and mentored a team of 50+ staff
- Oversaw recruiting, hiring, scheduling, training & evaluation
- Improved the accessibility of movement programs
I’ve received multiple awards for innovation, leadership & wellness initiatives, including the Excellence Through Innovation Award (3X), Stepping Up Award, Accessibility Award, and a Student Service Award.
My Master of Education is from the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education of the University of Toronto Department of Leadership, Higher & Adult Ed. with my research published on the roles of physical activity & health in enhancing student engagement. My Bachelor of Physical & Health Education is from U of T’s Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Ed. I also completed the Applied Mindfulness Meditation Certificate Program through U of T School of Continuing Studies.
My extensive leadership experience, along with my MEd & BPHE from U of T and certifications to teach yoga & fitness including fusion formats, mindful movement, meditation & mindfulness, all support the depth, embodiment, and experiential nature of my work.
If you’re looking to bring wellness to life through inspiring interactive trainings & workshops, I’d love to connect!
