Gentle Somatic Yoga Certified

Gentle Somatic Yoga Certified

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Cheryl is a seasoned yoga educator with over 1,000 hours of certifications including Yin Yoga, Somatic Movement, Yoga Therapy, and chronic pain support. As a member of both the Canadian Yoga Alliance and Yoga Alliance US, she brings professionalism, empathy, and expertise to her teaching.

With more than a decade of experience, Cheryl helps individuals discover how their own bodies move—with curiosity, compassion, and a deep respect for personal history. Her practice is tailored for but not limited to those living with chronic pain and PTSD, integrating breathwork, functional movement, and nervous system regulation to foster lasting resilience.

Her teaching journey spans local studios and international retreats alike, including resort settings abroad where she has introduced mindfulness and movement to diverse communities. Cheryl also specializes in working with athletes, supporting optimal performance through somatics, recovery strategies, and mobility training.

She’s taught at Collective Soul Space and YK Racquet Club in Yellowknife, Alchemy Yoga and SLS Centre in Cochrane, Alberta, and continues to offer both private and group sessions in person and online. Through her YouTube channel, The Cracked Yogi, she shares accessible, down-to-earth content that reflects her love for embodiment, laughter, and learning.

Styles of Yoga Cheryl Offers

Cheryl offers a diverse range of yoga styles to suit various needs and preferences:

  • Hatha

  • Sivananda

  • Vinyasa

  • Flows

  • Yin

  • Power Yin

  • Restorative

  • Nidra

  • Spartan Yoga

  • SUP Fitness/Yoga

  • Gentle Somatic Yoga

Certifications

Cheryl's extensive training and certifications include:

  • 200hr YTT - Sylvie Boisclair

  • 500hr YTT - Yoga Energy/ Spartan Energy

  • 300hr YTT - Ulu Yoga

  • 50hr Teen Yoga - Yoga Minded

  • 15hr Yin Yoga - Melissa Christensen

  • 32hr GSY Level 1 - Gentle Somatic Yoga with James Knight

  • Yoga for Special Needs