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Meet Our Yoga Teachers

Manisha’s foundation of yoga was laid in India early on in her childhood. The seed was planted by her father when she would see him do meditation everyday, and when they would go to Sivananda Ashram in Rishikesh to attend spiritual lectures and satsangs. Later on, when the time was right, Manisha started her own yoga/spiritual journey. She got her education in Pharmacy and MBA, got married and came to Canada in 1991. Manisha is blessed with a loving husband, and two grown up children. Deep inside, she always felt a quest for something more meaningful…till she found the path of yoga.

Manisha got her formal training as a yoga teacher in May 2013 from Sivananda Vedanta Centre in Grass Valley, California. This was a life changing experience and a true calling in every sense. She founded Sun Yoga studio in August 2013, in her hometown Edmonton, Canada. Since then till now, its been an amazing journey of learning and teaching. Manisha opened the studio with a vision to stay true to the authentic yoga teachings, and has kept that vision alive since 11 years!

Manisha has done numerous yoga and ayurvedic courses from Sivananda ashrams in US, Canada, and India. She has been a regular student of Advaita Vedanta since 2014 at Brahma Vidya Gurukulam, Edmonton. Manisha combines her wisdom of pharmacy and yoga, values of India and western world, and different aspects of yoga and spiritual knowledge beautifully. You can feel her passion and love for yoga in every class. Her knowledge, her kind demeanor, and her calm voice will make you fall in love with traditional yoga.

Currently, Manisha teaches Sivananda Yoga, Yoga Therapy for Back care, Morning Yoga , Yoga for Lower Body, Restorative Yoga, Yoga Nidra, and Traditional Hatha Yoga at the studio.

Jeanette took her first yoga class in 1996 after teaching a fitness class. She continued exploring the practice for several years. It wasn't until she moved to Montreal and hit rock bottom that she truly discovered the power of this ancient practice. Yoga has been incredibly healing and transformational in Jeanette's life. Her enthusiasm and passion to share this with others is evident in each of her classes.

After taking her initial teacher training in 2002 with Joseph LePage of Integrative Yoga Therapy, she has continued her lifelong study of yoga with another 200HR and 500HR YTT with Yogi Vishvketu. Other teachers influencing Jeanette's personal practice and teaching include: Donna Farhi, Mark Whitwell, Rodney Yee, Shiva REa, Rameen Peyrow and David McAmmond..

Jeanette is currently teaching Gentle Yoga pre registered sessions, and conducts Restorative Reset workshops at the studio.

Casey’s yoga journey began here, at Sun Yoga in 2021. Yoga changed every aspect of her life and gave her the strength and discipline to evolve spiritually and mentally. She began to adopt yoga into her daily life which inspired her to take the Sivananda Teacher Training Course in Reith-Tyrol, Austria, where she received her RYS 200hr Diploma. During her time at the Ashram; Casey found healing, growth, and a deep love for all things yoga! The TTC taught her the importance of living a Sattvic lifestyle, how to understand the language of the body’s needs, and how to work with the body and mind, instead of against them. In other words, don’t fight the current and go with the flow!

Yoga helped Casey to overcome many obstacles and awakened a great passion to help spread the teachings of yoga to others and to integrate yogic values of supreme love, compassion, and kindness into every aspect of life. She believes that all good acts, however small, will always ripple out and that change will always start with the individual.

Casey is so excited to begin this new chapter in her yoga journey right back where she started and feels so blessed for the opportunity to share her love and passion for this ancient practice with the wonderful yogis at Sun Yoga :)

Casey is currently teaching Sivananda Yoga, Yoga Stretch for Flexibility, Hatha Flow, Mid Day Yoga, Karma Yoga, Yoga Nidra, and subs classes to learn and grow as a yoga teacher.

Vishwajit (Vishwa) has over 18 years of teaching experience. His early exposure to yoga at pioneer yoga institute of yoga in Indai, Kaivalyadham, Lonavala and Yoga Vidya Dham, Nasik, shaped him to be authentic in his teaching style and propagate yoga in its entirety.

He is certified in Yoga Teacher Training from Yoga Vidya Dham, Nasik, India.

He has Diploma in yoga from Mumbai University, India.

Vishwa has 500 hours RYT from Bodshpere Yoga Alliance.

He has done Masters in Clinical Psychology with research in Yogic intervention for anxiety and stress.

Vishwa is teaching Yoga for Upper Body, Karma Yoga, and Hatha Yoga at Sun Yoga.

Avinash Chandran is certified in the following:

*Advanced Teacher’s Training Course in Yoga, 2014. Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre, Kerala, India

*Teacher’s Training Course in Yoga, 2010. Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre, Kerala, India

*Certificate Course in Yoga Education, 2004. Kerala School of Yoga and Research Centre, Kerala, India

Avinash is a compassionate Yoga Teacher with over 15 years of extensive experience in guiding students toward physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Proficient in various yoga styles adept at tailoring classes to meet the diverse needs and abilities of students. Proven track record of fostering a supportive and inclusiveenvironment, empowering individuals to deepen their practice and achieve personal growth.

Avinash has received training in the following teaching methods :

.Hatha Yoga∙ Sivananda Yoga ∙ Yoga Therapy

∙Prenatal Yoga .Postnatal Yoga

.Yoga Stretch ∙ Yoga Flow ∙ Kids Yoga

. Gentle Yoga ∙ Pranayama & Meditation

Currently, Avinash is teaching Sivananda Yoga, Breath & Meditation for Stress Relief, and Yoga for Healthy hips at Sun Yoga.

200 Hours of Yoga Teacher Training - Bodhi School of Yoga, India.

50 Hours of Aerial yoga Teacher Training - Aulayaa Yoga Studio, India..

My journey with yoga began in 2015, initially sparked by a desire for physical fitness. Little did I know, it would evolve into such a heartfelt transformation, touching every aspect of my life.

I found a profound passion for Hatha and Ashtanga yoga. After dedicated practice and exploration for years, completing 200 hours TTC marked a significant milestone in my yoga journey. Since then, I have been teaching with joy and enthusiasm, eager to share the gifts of yoga with others.  Yoga transformed me into the happiest version of myself,  and I'm passionate about sharing the same with society.

Along with physical postures, my classes emphasise breath awareness, meditation, relaxation and self-reflection—inviting students to explore their inner landscape and cultivate a sense of balance and harmony in their lives. I am on a mission to create a welcoming space where students of all levels can explore and grow, both on and off the mat. Whether you're seeking strength, flexibility, or simply a moment of stillness, I’m all excited to support and guide you on your journey to holistic well-being at SUN YOGA Edmonton!!

-Dharani S.

Currently, Dharani is teaching Morning Yoga, Karma Yoga, and Traditional Hatha Yoga classes at Sun Yoga.

Isabelle Chatelain ERYT 200, RYT 500, CIAYT has 1000+ hours of teaching experience, and 1500+ education and training hours. She has done 800 hour Yoga Therapy program.

Isabelle specializes in Yin Yoga and Pre and Post Natal Yoga. She has numerous courses in Yoga Nidra, Restorative Yoga, Chair Yoga, Kids Yoga, Trauma & Mental Health, and just recently received delivery and post partum Doula training.

She has taught yoga at well known yoga, studios and public schools in Edmonton. Her soft calm voice, and gentle demeanor sets you right in the mood for her Yin Yoga classes at Sun Yoga. You will at ease, and so relaxed in her class.

Sun Yoga is excited to have her back, after she delivered her second child few months ago!

Isabelle is currently on maternity leave. Otherwise, she teaches Yin Yoga. She also conducts 6 week pre registered series called Baby & Me Yoga.

If you have any questions about our yoga teachers, please contact us. We would love to hear from you.