Izabella Sokolowska

About

Description	Already an experienced Pilates teacher and yoga practitioner, Izabella began her journey with Kundalini Yoga in Hawaii three years ago, returning to Toronto to train under Sat Dharam Kaur. This decision came hand in hand with the experience of burnout from her corporate gig, which was a blessing in disguise as it brought her closer to yoga. She’s spent the last three years studying the somatic experience and release of trauma as well as stress management using mindfulness, sound, and Vedic practices. In 2019 she travelled to India to study Hatha, Ashtanga Vinyasa, Yoga Nidra, Restorative, Advaita Vedanta, Vedic Mantra, and Sound Healing using Tibetan Singing Bowls. Using a light hearted and humorous approach, Izabella brilliantly teaches how the mechanisms in our body are constantly running and how we can equip ourselves with the right tools to not be subjected to our body’s outdated auto pilot, and instead to live healthy, joyful and balanced lives. She encourages her students to connect with their power, reminding them that how we show up for life can be a choice. Off the mat you can catch her planning the next surf trip, SCUBA Diving, taking photos and dancing her heart out.
Location	Toronto, Canada
Birthdate	January 31, 1990

A Little More About Me

Gender	Female
Location	Toronto, Canada
Yoga Interests	Hatha, Ashtanga Vinyasa, Kundalini Yoga, Restorative, Surf Yoga, Mindfulness Practices, Yoga Nidra, Yoga Therapy, Sound Healing, Vedic Mantra, Advaita Vedanta, Bhagavad Gita, Pranayama .
Currently teaching at:	Lotus Yoga Centre

Experience & Qualifications

Yoga Style(s)	Hatha, Kundalini, Ashtanga Vinyasa, Restorative, Yoga Nidra, Pranayama, Mantra, Yin, Pilates, Sound Healing, Mindfullness Meditation
Experience	Yoga Teacher, Lotus Yoga Studio- Toronto, 2017-Present Teaching kundalini yoga classes for all skill levels (beginners to advanced) 1:1 Sound Healing sessions and group sound baths Provided a mindfulness based guided meditation at the beginning of class to ground students into their bodies, and come into full awareness of their emotions and thoughts, getting the most out of each session Supported students of all body types and fitness levels to develop customized programs and positional adjustments that increase skill, fitness, and wellbeing Tracked class numbers and managed student payments using Mind Body Software Yoga Instructor & Front desk, POME Surf & Yoga school -Maui, 2017-2018 Taught Vinyasa Flow, Restorative and Kundalini Yoga classes for beginner to intermediate students Prepared classroom area before each group arrived Addressed incorrect movements and repositioned students using verbal and tactile cues Developed social media promotions to increase participation and analyzed results to make better changes for future marketing initiatives. Signed students into class, sold packages of classes, provided customer assistance to sell surf related products, classes, and board rentals. YOGA/PILATES INSTUCTOR & RECEPTIONSIT, ALOHA SURF HOSTEL- MAUI, 2017-2018 In house Yoga & Pilates Instructor, created accessible classes for various levels and bodies, primarily teaching on the beach. Classes varied from Vinyasa, Yogalates, Pilates and Meditation. Checked guests into their rooms and ensured their reservations were properly managed using Loventis software. Was the “Go to person” for guest experience, ensured guests had everything they needed to enjoy their stay on Maui and connected them to various tours and affiliate vendors. Pilates Instructor, City of Mississauga (various community centres), 2009- 2012 Prepared and taught Mat based Pilates for beginner and intermediate students Provided modifications and ensured a safe and positive learning environment Worked 1:1 with clients and in groups (up to 20) Additional Experience COMMUNITY WELLNESS LEAD, WATTPAD, TORONTO, 2015- 2017 Managed team of 6 Trust & Safety Specialists addressing community wellness concerns (content moderation, user conduct, spam, law enforcement, copyright infringement) Created team strategy to tackle above issues supporting a community of 45 million users Created Team Wellness Plan ensuring team specialists were supported in regards to mental health and wellness Industry collaboration on YWCA’s Project Shift: Creating a safer digital world for young women Online Community Conduct and Content Policy Writing RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT coordinator, VIBE 105, Toronto 2011-2015 Managed 100 volunteers and ensured proper resources were in place for daily live broadcast Created processes for recruitment and on boarding of volunteers based on business needs and the individual’s skills & goals Facilitated monthly intake orientations to an average of 15 participants educating them about our organizational culture, alternative media and Anti-Oppression Designed and wrote monthly newsletter Frequencies. Organized and hosted volunteer appreciation events with 150 attendees, live performances, dinner, and awards all within a strict budget.
Yoga Alliance Credentials	E-RYT 500
Teacher Training Program	Lotus Yoga Centre, 220 hours Kundalini Yoga Toronto, Rishikul Yogshala 300 Hours Rishikesh
Other Qualifications & Trainings	STOTT PILATES Mat Instructor, Toronto 2009 220 hrs Kundalini Yoga Certification, Toronto 2017 Mindfulness Meditation Training, Toronto 2018 Trauma, Transcendence & Transformation, Owen Sound 2018 300 hrs Hatha & Ashtanga Certification, Rishikesh India 2019 Nada Yoga Vedic Sounds Healing & Tibetan Singing Bowls Training, Goa India 2019
Type of opportunities I'm interested in...	International, Volunteer, Paid