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Water and Earth Yoga Offering body positive, accessible, joyful movement Aqua, Studio, and Outdoor Yoga classes EXPLORE A DIFFERENT WAY TO YOGA...

I am a fat Yoga Teacher.
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I started practising yoga almost 20 years ago. Through this, I learned a deep appreciation for my body. I gained confidence in myself and my abilities. These qualities became indispensable at a time when I felt my body had failed me, after I sustained several injuries from a car accident. As part of my rehabilitation, I was introduced to Aqua Yoga, a gentle practice that was vital to my recovery. The body awareness I developed and the mindfulness I achieved through yoga have also been especially healing for me. It has since been my goal to create safe spaces that are accepting of all bodies, abilities, genders, and identities, wherein I share my Aqua and Studio Yoga practice in a light-hearted, fun, approachable manner. I offer body positive, accessible, joyful movement Aqua, Studio, and Outdoor Yoga classes, taught through a trauma-informed lens. My classes are strictly anti-diet spaces. I enjoy working with folks in larger bodies, Veterans, Military Members, and their loved ones, folks who have experienced trauma, including survivors of Military Sexual Trauma, and/or live with Post-Traumatic Stress/Disorder/Injury. I am a Certified Aqua Yoga Instructor, a Registered Yoga Teacher (CYA-RYT 250 & RYT-200), a Certified Accessible Yoga Teacher, an iRest® Yoga Nidra Level 1, and a Warriors at Ease Level 1, Veterans Yoga Project, and Yogafit for Warriors® Yoga Teacher. I am also very proud to be a Certified Trauma-Informed Yoga Teacher through Transforming Sexual Trauma Through Yoga. Additionally, for the last three years I have been teaching Yoga with Adoptable Puppies at Pet-A-Palooza. As this is a family event, I chose to further my education with a 30 Hour Children's Yoga Teacher Training. I am currently pursuing my 300 Hour Yoga Teacher Training to become a CYA-RYT 500 & RYT-500. It is my hope you will join me. Come explore a different way to yoga. Wishing you wellness and all good things,
Sonia (she/her)

This is the reason I cancelled the last few classes, to visit my mother-in-law Elly who was terribly ill and passed away...
21/09/2025

This is the reason I cancelled the last few classes, to visit my mother-in-law Elly who was terribly ill and passed away the day after we got there.

I could not have asked for a better mother-in-law, she was a second mom to me. She was one of my biggest supporters, always encouraged me, and even participated in my very first yoga class virtually because she couldn’t attend in person! She loved me so much and I love her. I miss her already.

I would like to thank you all again for your patience, kindness, and understanding as we navigate this difficult time.

OBITUARY – ELEANOR ELIZABETH GRAY

Eleanor Elizabeth Gray, 75, passed away comfortably on August 29th 2025, surrounded by loved ones, to join her beloved Bryan on one final adventure. Born on February 1st 1950 in Ottawa ON, Eleanor had an extraordinary gift for nurturing deep, lasting connections with those around her.

Nor was an unstoppable force, so full of life, with the greatest smile and an infectious laugh. She was honest and straightforward in the most refreshing and admirable way. Elly's homes were always open, serving as gathering places for family and friends.

Elly loved to travel, spend time in Texas, sit by the ocean with her feet in the sand, and delight in a glass of wine and delectable food. She enjoyed tending her garden up at the farm and relaxing with a good book.

She is survived by her son Travis and daughter-in-law Sonia, her brother Randy and sister-in-law Bonnie, her nephew Ryan, his wife Sophie, and their daughters Romy and Abby, and a vast network of friends.

We shall not cry at her passing. There will be no memorial service or celebration of life. Instead, Elly wanted a party, which is yet to be determined. Her ashes will be spread on the sunny shores of Mustang Island: “A special place with a special taste that she always desired.” In lieu of flowers and donations, we ask you gather with loved ones, raise a glass of wine in her honour, and speak of your fondest memories, so the love she shared lives on.

This week has been a lot. Well, the last few weeks, really. So yesterday I finally left the house to treat myself to an ...
20/09/2025

This week has been a lot. Well, the last few weeks, really. So yesterday I finally left the house to treat myself to an Iced Matcha with Lavender Foam 🫶🏻

And am I ever glad I did! Because I just happened to run into two of my lovely students, one right after the other! I chatted with and got big hugs from both, which was so nice and exactly what I needed. I left feeling even more grateful for the beautiful little community we have built 🩵

No goat sacrificing here! 🐐😂
12/09/2025

No goat sacrificing here! 🐐😂

💙🤎 WATER AND EARTH YOGA CELEBRATES 4 YEARS! 💙🤎And teaching you has been my privilege and pleasure ever since 🫶🏻 With war...
10/09/2025

💙🤎 WATER AND EARTH YOGA CELEBRATES 4 YEARS! 💙🤎

And teaching you has been my privilege and pleasure ever since 🫶🏻

With warmth,
Sonia

EXTENDED - OFFICE CLOSED - NO CLASSES My husband and I have suffered a great loss. We are attending to related matters, ...
07/09/2025

EXTENDED - OFFICE CLOSED - NO CLASSES

My husband and I have suffered a great loss. We are attending to related matters, which are much more involved than anticipated.

Therefore, the office remains closed until at least September 15th, and no classes will be running before September 14th. My phone, email, messaging, and social media will be unmonitored during this time.

I am hoping classes will resume with Aqua Yoga at Crystal Pool on Monday, September 15th 6:30pm, and I will be back in the office on Tuesday, September 16th at 8am, but it will depend on how things unfold over this next week. I will try my best to keep you informed of any changes.

Thank you for your kindness and understanding as we navigate this difficult time.

With gratitude,
Sonia

🧜‍♀️ AQUA YOGA - SERIES POSSIBLY CANCELLED 🧜‍♂️Registration for the Fall series of my super fun, accessible AQUA YOGA cl...
07/09/2025

🧜‍♀️ AQUA YOGA - SERIES POSSIBLY CANCELLED 🧜‍♂️

Registration for the Fall series of my super fun, accessible AQUA YOGA class at Crystal Pool is incredibly low. Sadly this means this series is at risk of being cancelled!
If registration does not pick up in the next few days, there will be no Aqua Yoga classes at all until January.

So be sure to sign up now!
Register online here (under ‘Aquatic Fitness and Therapy’), in person, or by phone at 250-361-0732.
https://www.victoria.ca/parks-recreation/recreation/program-guide

Looking forward to seeing you in the pool this Fall! 🍂🧡
City of Victoria






Hahaha I joke about this in class all the time 😂😂😂
05/09/2025

Hahaha I joke about this in class all the time 😂😂😂

OFFICE CLOSED - NO CLASSES The office is closed August 27th-September 8th, and no classes are running August 27th-Septem...
27/08/2025

OFFICE CLOSED - NO CLASSES

The office is closed August 27th-September 8th, and no classes are running August 27th-September 7th so we may attend to a family matter. My phone, email, messaging, and social media will be unmonitored during this time.

I am hoping classes will resume with Aqua Yoga at Crystal Pool on Monday, September 8th 6:30pm, and I will be back in the office on Tuesday, September 9th at 8am, but it will depend on how things unfold over this next week. I will try my best to keep you informed of any changes.

Thank you for your understanding during this difficult time.

With gratitude,
Sonia

🧘‍♀️🍂 ALL LEVELS YOGA - REGISTER NLT AUGUST 26TH 🍂🧘‍♀️The deadline to register for the for the September-October series ...
23/08/2025

🧘‍♀️🍂 ALL LEVELS YOGA - REGISTER NLT AUGUST 26TH 🍂🧘‍♀️

The deadline to register for the for the September-October series of my super fun, accessible, body positive All Levels Yoga class at View Royal Community Hall is THIS TUESDAY, AUGUST 26TH.

Classes will run on Tuesdays at 6:30pm September 9th-October 28th (no class September 16th & 30th and October 7th).

The investment for this 5 week series is $60. Registration is by email and payment is by e-transfer at waterandearthyoga@gmail.com NLT TUESDAY, AUGUST 26TH. Be sure not to miss out!

If you have any questions, or this registration deadline is financially unavailable to you, be sure to reach out. For more information, please visit www.waterandearthyoga.ca.

Looking forward to seeing you on the mat this Fall! 🧡




🧜‍♀️🌊 AQUA YOGA - FALL REGISTRATION NOW OPEN! 🌊🧜‍♂️Registration for the Fall series of my accessible, body positive Aqua...
21/08/2025

🧜‍♀️🌊 AQUA YOGA - FALL REGISTRATION NOW OPEN! 🌊🧜‍♂️

Registration for the Fall series of my accessible, body positive Aqua Yoga class is NOW OPEN!

Classes will run on Mondays at 6:30pm September 8th-November 24th 2025 (no class October 13th).

You can register online here, in person, or by phone at 250-361-0732 https://cityofvictoria.perfectmind.com/23404/Clients/BookMe4LandingPages/CoursesLandingPage?widgetId=15f6af07-39c5-473e-b053-96653f77a406&redirectedFromEmbededMode=True&courseId=4d07d2be-c912-42b7-a3cb-36f9b62dfcf3

Please share far and wide 🫶

Looking forward to seeing you in the pool this Fall! 🍂
City of Victoria






Yoga with Victoria Humane Society Adoptable Puppies at The Day Of The Dog Pet-A-Palooza was such a blast and a huge succ...
19/08/2025

Yoga with Victoria Humane Society Adoptable Puppies at The Day Of The Dog Pet-A-Palooza was such a blast and a huge success!

I am so grateful for the opportunity to teach this very special practice 🩵

🧘‍♀️🌊 ALL LEVELS YOGA & AQUA YOGA - FALL REGISTRATION 🌊🧘Registration for the September-October series of my accessible, ...
18/08/2025

🧘‍♀️🌊 ALL LEVELS YOGA & AQUA YOGA - FALL REGISTRATION 🌊🧘

Registration for the September-October series of my accessible, body positive All Levels Yoga class is NOW OPEN!

Classes will run on Tuesdays at 6:30pm September 9th-October 28th 2025 (no class September 16th & 30th and October 7th) at View Royal Community Hall. The investment for this 5 week series is $60. Registration is by email and payment is by e-transfer at waterandearthyoga@gmail.com NLT TUESDAY, AUGUST 26TH.

And, registration for the September-November series of my super fun Aqua Yoga class at Crystal Pool opens this Wednesday, August 20th at 7:00am.

Classes will run on Mondays at our new time 6:30pm September 8th-November 24th 2025 (no class October 13th). The investment for this 11 week series is $132. You can register online here, in person, or by phone at 250-361-0732 https://www.victoria.ca/EN/main/residents/facilities/programs-registration.html

If you have any questions, be sure to reach out. For more information, please visit www.waterandearthyoga.ca

Feel free to share far and wide.

Looking forward to seeing you on the mat and in the pool this Fall! 🍂

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Explore a different way to yoga...

I am a fat yogi. I began practising yoga over 15 years ago. During this time, I learned a deep appreciation for my body and all that it does for me. I gained confidence in myself and my abilities, which led me to a place of body love. These qualities became indispensable at a time when I felt that my body had failed me, after I sustained several injuries from a car accident. As part of my rehabilitation, I was introduced to Aqua Yoga, a gentle practice that was vital to my recovery. Since then, it has been my goal to create a space that is accepting of all bodies, abilities, and identities, wherein I share my Aqua, Studio, and Outdoor Yoga practice in a light-hearted, fun, approachable manner.

I am a Certified Aqua Yoga Instructor, a Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga Teacher-200, and a Yogafit for Warriors® Yoga Teacher, with accessible yoga teacher training. I am also currently undergoing Warriors at Ease Yoga Teacher Training.

I offer body positive, accessible, inclusive Aqua, Studio, Outdoor, and Private Yoga classes, from a Health at Every Size® approach to movement, taught through a trauma-informed lens.

It is my hope that you will join me. You CAN do yoga. And you, exactly who you are, exactly as you are, are always welcome here.