Shakespeare Hotel

YOGA INSTRUCTOR

YUKA

Originally from Osaka, started as a yoga instructor in Osaka, and relocated to nearby Otari, Nagano in 2017. Completed her RYT200h, and have studied Yin Yoga, anatomy, Vinyasa Yoga, Restorative Yoga. In this region that is known for its winter sports experience, Yuka would like for people to be able to enjoy yoga all year round. She continues her study of yoga in order to help people enhance the quality of their daily life through yoga.

RYT200
Anatomy for Yin yoga TT Completed
Vinyasa Flow Yoga TT Completed
TrueArtsYoga 100hTT Completed
Restorative Yoga TT Completed
Teaching Skill-Up Using Props BASIC1 Completed
Teaching Skill-Up for Restorative Yoga for women Completed

MIZUKI

Originally from Kyoto, Mizuki currently resides in Ikedamachi, Nagano. She studied design, backpacked and snowboarded during her student years. She started yoga in Hakuba, which she frequented for snowboarding. She was deeply moved through pre-natal yoga classes during her pregnancy, and proceeded after giving birth to study Ashtanga Yoga and completed RYT200 with Frank Mauro from Now Yoga. Currently, she utilizes her knowledge of aromatherapy and teaches semi-private lessons at home, as well as at fitness club, yoga studio, senior day care center, and municipal buildings in Hakuba, Omachi, Ikeda, Azumino, and Matsumoto.

YTT200 Certified Yoga Teacher
Pelvis Adjustment Yoga Instructor Certified by BYA
Rody Yoga Instructor Certified by BYA
Pre-Natal/Post-Natal Yoga Instructor Certified by BYA
Chair Yoga Instructor
Beginner Ashtanga Yoga Instructor Certified by Ken Harakuma
AEAJ Aromatherapy Proficiency Level 1
Completed TT of Yoga Life Adviser for women by Cathy Louise

MICHELLE

Michelle found yoga over 10 years ago when she was suffering from back and shoulder pain as a result of her intense office job. Once she found her love and passion there was no turning back. She was dedicated and determined when she decided to be a full time yoga teacher 5 years ago. Since then she loves every single minute of teaching. She tries to understand student needs and tailors each class accordingly. She jumps with joy when she sees her students feeling great after a class or improving from regular practice. She hopes to share the benefits of yoga to the body as well as to calming of the mind to anyone who wants to.

YTT200 Certified Yoga Teacher
Ashtanga Vinyasa and Rocket TT Completed
Ashtanga 40 hr TT with David Swenson at Triyoga London Completed
Yin Yoga 40 hr TT with Norman Blair Completed

CHIE

Chie is a devout yoga practitioner with a strong and steady practice. She loved to read and meditate as a child, and, she started yoga at the age of 30 after learning about the yogic philosophy. Chie has been teaching yoga for the past 10 years, mostly in Banff, Canada. She has taught at yoga studios, community centers, spas, gyms, and local elementary schools. She joins Hakuba's yoga community this winter to share her experiences and wealth of knowledge.

RYT500 Completed
Yin Yoga 20hr TT Completed
Darhma Mittra Yoga Intensive Practice
Nicki Dorne Maya Yoga Intensive Practice
Pre/ Postnatal Yoga TT Completed
2012 Lululemon Banff store ambassador
2019/2020 Lole Banff store ambassador