We endeavour to promote physical and emotional release, and personal improvement through creative and unique outlets. Through a variety of yoga, pilates and dance classes, we hope to inspire people to set goals for themselves and reach them, while enhancing their self-image and self-confidence.
In addition to many physical benefits, yoga classes help you relieve stress, gain fulfillment and find a deep sense of peace. Pilates strengthens the core by developing pelvic stability and abdominal control, and increases muscular strength endurance while toning the entire body. Dance provides a great workout and increases energy, leaving you feeling stimulated and having fun!
No need to be a member at several impersonal studios, centres and gyms. At Exhale Yoga Pilates Dance Studio, we offer a variety of classes to fit everyone’s needs and, hopefully, entice you to try something new. At the same time, we want to remain small enough that we get to know you and you get to know us. If you are looking for a Vancouver yoga studio that is friendly and intimate but offers a variety of classes, then this is the yoga studio for you!
Exhale Yoga, Pilates, & Dance Studio Goals:
- High quality instruction from experienced, knowledgeable, and inspiring teachers.
- Range and selection of quality yoga, pilates and dance classes
- Relaxing, comfortable, and supportive environment
- Attractive ambience
- Excellent customer service
- Listening to you, your needs, your goals
- Guidance to reach your goals of health and wellness
- Convenient Yaletown location in downtown Vancouver
Owner Rachel Wainwright's Inspiration
to Create Exhale Yoga, Pilates, & Dance Studio:
A few years ago, I had several close friends pass away. I got injured. I had a job that was respectable, but not fulfilling. My nerves always felt shocked. My stomach was always in pain, and I got sick a lot. I started getting involved in yoga, pilates and dance. Whenever, I was taking a class, I felt present, peaceful and happy. I started to feel more joy and love in my life. My passion for yoga, pilates and dance grew.
I wanted to spread this passion for yoga, pilates and dance by opening up a studio. I wanted to hire like minded instructors with the goal of making people happier and healthier and improving the quality of their lives. I never told anyone my dream; I was scared people would tell me it was silly. So I keep my dream a secret.
I decided to do my yoga and pilates teacher training for my own personal development, and to acquire a deeper understanding and knowledge. I decided to quit my secure, comfortable job and became a yoga, pilates and dance instructor. As soon as I began teaching, one teaching job led to another and my classes became very popular. I realized my enthusiasm was working like a magnet – attracting others to my passion. This gave me the courage I needed to be fearless and to create the life I really wanted. I fully realized I am the creator of my own destiny.
I decided to tell my family and close friends about my dream, and was surprised with the support, love and encouragement I received. I started to really believe my vision would manifest into reality if I followed what was deep in my heart. I visualized what my studio would look like, what it would be like to touch, what sounds I would hear, what it would smell like and how it would make me feel. Within a year everything started to take place, and my dream became a reality. I decided to call my dream “Exhale”.