Tough & Tender Studio

11/27/2024

Did you know, I make natural gemstone bracelets? With the holidays coming up, maybe you are looking for a unique and intentional gift for a loved one. These bracelets are handmade, locally/ethically sourced by yours truly. Feel free to contact me to order or you can look at my website for more details.

www.toughandtenderstudio.com

01/26/2024

This weekend I get to share a piece of myself and my business with anyone who comes to this great Health Show.
Come see me at my booth, my presentation on Sunday or all the other amazing businesses!
See you there! Tickets at the door.

01/20/2024

I am so excited to be apart of the Victoria Health Show again! The women that put this all together are incredible at what they do and they will not disappoint.
I have the pleasure of having a booth and doing a presentation this year. I would love if you came to check out what I have been doing lately and what I might be able to offer you on your journeys to health and wellness.
There will be show special discounts and a whole lot of knowledge to absorb. Get your tickets on eventbrite or at the door. You won't want a miss this and all the amazing businesses that will be there!

10/06/2022

Hello everyone!
I am taking clients for Massage/bodywork on Mondays and Tuesdays. I have a new space off of Burnside in the Helmkcen area.
Spots fill up quick so contact me to make a booking. Text 778-350-8268 or email toughandtenderstudio@gmail.com

I look forward to getting my healing hands on you! :)

05/20/2022

Woof! What a crazy last couple years! It has curtaining been a task adapting around everything. I hope this finds you all healthy and thriving!
I wanted to send out a prompt to check some updates on my website. I am taking some massage clients again! There are a few changes but it's all on the website.
I would love to see some familiar faces again and new faces are always welcome!

www.toughandtenderstudio.com

Dance is a way to express yourself. Fitness is a way to be in the condition to dance. I provide a safe and comfortable place for anyone to reach their goals or just have some fun. I want to give you the skills and abilities to change your own life.

12/04/2021

Hello my friends/clients/supporters,

I NEED YOUR HELP.
I have to move my massage practice and I am struggling to find space.
I need a small office like space in LANGFORD.
I am leaving a "collective" space which was great and I would love to find another one. I would also be open to partnering with another small business that needs a space, we could lease a larger space and split it. There are many large spaces available just not small one for little ol me.
If you have an idea, or know of a place or person, PLEASE LET ME KNOW.
THANK YOU!

08/09/2021

This is the last call for registration for the BellyDance Workshop this Friday!
There are only a few spots left and you MUST register with me. The workshop is from 6-8pm, cost $20 and will be located at 109-2675 Wilfert Road.
We will be going through the history, basic movements, musicality and choreography.
This is a beginners workshop but if you have done bellydance before you might still learn something new too. Plus practice makes precise. ;)
Message, text or e-mail to register!
778-350-8268
toughandtenderfitness@gmail.com
P.S. This is me with one of my talented past students turn very good friend. .dancediva

07/27/2021

Here is what my new weekly schedule will look like! Starting Monday August 2nd!
Please note the time shift on Fridays. It is a bit earlier to give us a bit of change and opportunity for pre weekend plans. ;)
Fridays we are doing a NEW CLASS called RCC which stands for Retro Cardio Circuit. This circuit will target our heart health and burning those pesky extra pounds. If you have done my circuit before you have an idea what it will look like but now it will all be to "retro" music! Aka those old school tunes that always get us grooving.
You will notice Wednesdays does not have a class and that I did not add any more classes. This is to maintain the balance of home and work in my life. I would offer ALL of the class times and options if I was a robot but unfortunately I am not so you will have to put your health as a priority and find your way into the studio when you can!
There will be added two hour dance workshops every second Friday of the month. Dance is a way of expression and I intend to teach you how to find your own strengths and movements in several different styles of dance. The first one will be Bellydance on Friday August 13th, 6 - 8pm.
Also added is a brand new energy work class that will happen the last Wednesday of the month at 6:30pm. More details to come on that!
Lastly, virtual is still an option but links will not be sent out every week as before. If you need a virtual options for a class you must contact me before hand to get the link.

07/26/2021

Update:
Well the universe, as usual, has its ways of teaching the lessons we are meant to learn. After a long 6 weeks process and some deep realizations the decision was made to NOT take the new studio space. It was definitely one of the hardest decision of my life but it was necessary.
I learned to redefine my idea of success for my business. Success is not measured by the amount of overhead I have or by having the "best" space. Success to me is providing the services I LOVE to my amazing clients and having them support and return to me based on their experience.
I also had the chance to reevaluate my dream. If you had asked me a month ago what my dream for my business was, I would have said " to have my own studio space" period. And I do intend to get to that point one day but what I realized was, it's not worth jeopardizing my health to push that time line. It will come when it is meant to.
My new dream is to create balance in my home and work life. Something I have not been able to focus on in the past five years. Balance is what I have promoted in my business since I started it and sadly it was made clear to me that I have been being a hypocrite as of late.
That being said! The wonderful ladies of WestShore Dance Studios have offered me one of their studio rooms! So I may not be getting my own full studio but I have obtained a beautiful studio space nonetheless!
My class schedule will be changing a bit as well as there will be a few new offerings coming up. Updates will be coming out all this week. If you have any questions do not hesitate to ask.

07/01/2021

I HAVE SOME AMAZING NEWS!
I will be opening my OWN STUDIO in AUGUST!!!!!!! Yes, my own studio!!
This is the next step in my business dream and I am so excited.
That being said I can't let out any details yet, so stay tuned.

Thanks to the wonderful ladies at I will be running IN-PERSON classes (finally) with a virtual option until July 15th.
E-mail, text or call me to join or get the link for virtual. Check the website for pricing and weekly updates.

I want to say thank you to all my current and past clients for your support!. I would not be able to take this next step if it wasn't for all of you. Believe me there will be some major rewards at the grand opening! ;)
www.toughandtenderstudio.com
778-350-8268

05/03/2021

Hello Everyone,
For those of you who don't know me, my name is Taylia and I am a fitness/wellness/massage/dance professional.
No, I do not have a million followers.
No, I have not been in the industry for 40 year.
BUT: I have the abilities to earn beautiful gifts like this scarf from happy a client! ;)
I DO take my professions seriously.
I DO take courses regularly.
I AM certified for many things.
My knowledge is valid and accurate. I always challenge what I know to adjust to new research.
The most important thing I do is treat every client as a UNIQUE one. So many people forget that our bodies are VERY different and require a personalized set of needs. Finding those needs out is what I have spent the last seven years learning. The next thing people forget is there are MORE THAN ONE ways to do something. One person's end all be all/trend/tactics might definately NOT be yours.
To find success in your goals, whether they are overall health, weight loss, muscle growth etc, is to first find out YOUR personal needs, then TRY MULTIPLE methods to find your preferred process.
Try different modalities.
Try different nutrition habits.
Try different trainers.
I have worked very hard to become as well rounded as possible and will continue to do so. I offer personal training, fitness/dance classes, three styles of massage, nutrition guidance and I have a wellness essential oil line on the way.
If you are looking to start on your goals, enhance your life or try something new, TRY ME!
Thank you to all my current clients that show me so much support and gratitude. I appreciate you!
www.toughandtenderstudio.com

04/09/2021

No matter how you reach for the stars, it will always pay off. When you reach it means there is something you desire and you are willing to put in some effort. Your effort will reward you with getting you a little closer to that goal or desire. It doesn't matter how slow or quick that process may be never stop reaching you will get there.
Just a little motivation for the people out there that may need it. ANYTHING is better than NOTHING.
Come try out a virtual class and share in the motivation as we all reach together. We all don't have the same goals and we certainly don't progress at the same speeds but we motivate each-other to continue the process.
www.toughandtenderstudio.com
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