Seasoned Teachers, Supportive Guides
At bhy, our greatest strength is our people. Every teacher and staff member at Beaches Hot Yoga and Broadview Hot Yoga is dedicated to creating a welcoming space where you can feel supported, challenged, and inspired.
With decades of combined experience, our teaching team is highly trained and deeply seasoned in yoga, fitness, and wellness practices. Many of our instructors have taught thousands of classes and guided countless students on their journey, from absolute beginners to lifelong practitioners.
What Sets Our Teachers Apart
Experience That Shows
Our teachers are seasoned leaders, many with 10, 15, even 20+ years of experience teaching and training.
Extensive Training
All bhy teachers are trained and certified, with a foundation in classical hot yoga and specialized expertise in HIIT, Yin, and functional movement.
Community Connection
You’ll feel it as soon as you walk in — our teachers and staff are committed to fostering the vibrant, supportive community that makes bhy unique.
Holistic Support
Whether your goal is strength, flexibility, stress relief, or recovery, our team is here to meet you where you are and guide you forward
Meet the Team
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Dana Dineen (she/her)
Studio Owner, Hot Yoga, Hot HIIT & Ignited 45 Instructor
· teaching since 2005
· certified Hot Yoga, Hot HIIT, Yin Yoga and Barre Instructor. creator of Ignited 45
· loves leading workshops
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Jocelyn Doyle (she/her)
General Manager & Hot Yoga Instructor
· teaching yoga since 2007
· certified hot yoga & yin yoga instructor. certified sound healing practitioner
· your go to for all BHY membership and retreat Q’s
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Anna Christensen (she/her)
Hot Yoga, Hot HIIT, Ignited 45 & Yin Yoga Instructor
· glowing & infectious smile
· our resident holistic nutritionist
· full of life, always encouraging & delivers high vibe classes
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Samantha Biagini (she/her)
Hot HIIT Instructor
· find her in the hot room, or at her successful Toronto hair salon
· has rockin' drum skills and fire Hot HIIT Playlists
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Sarah Elder (she/her)
Hot Yoga & Yin Yoga Instructor
· her passion for yoga runs deep
· brings years of yoga practice experience to her teaching
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Mina Faro (she/her)
Hot HIIT & Ignited 45 Instructor
· Jiu Jitsu enthusiast
· pilates playlists are on fire
· will motivate you to work through the burn & finish class feeling strong & powerful
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Colleen Fudge (she/her)
Hot HIIT & Ignited 45 Instructor
· always up for adventure
· from the east coast, now calls Toronto home
· keeps it fun, challenging & upbeat
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Amanda Grant (she/her)
Hot Yoga, Hot HIIT, Ignited 45, & Yin Yoga Instructor
· has a passion for nutrition, mycology and the outdoors
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Lavetta Griffin (she/her)
Yin Yoga Instructor
· will greet you with a smile
· gives personal attention & support
· brings a genuine joy for life & passion for wellness
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Hassan Haider (he/him)
Cold Expert
· Wim Hof certified
· leads lake dips and cold exposure workshops
· passionate about all things health & wellness
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Ute Lehrer (she/her)
Hot Yoga Plus & Yin Yoga Instructor
· continuously building on her knowledge of yoga
· enthusiastic to share yoga practice with all
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Vanessa Maatman (she/her)
Yoga & Ignited 45 Instructor
· brings years of yoga experience to her teaching
· leads compassionate, empowering hot yoga classes
· will fire you up in Ignited 45
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Lori Martin (she/her)
Hot Yoga, Hot HIIT, Ignited 45 & Yin Yoga Instructor
· sports enthusiast
· resident knee expert
· has practiced & taught in 100 studios in 29 countries worldwide
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Joyce Nobel (she/her)
Hot Yoga, Yin Yoga & Hot Yoga Fusion Instructor
· brings years of experience, passion & training
· enjoys cooking & gluten free baking
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Greg Passarella (he/him)
Hot Yoga, Yin Yoga & Hot Yoga Fusion Instructor
· yoga enthusiast
· brings years of yoga practice as well as life experience to encourage others to reach their fullest potential
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Hannah Pokala (she/her)
Hot Yoga, Hot HIIT, & Ignited 45 Instructor
· started her yoga journey in Vancouver
· leads her class with passion, enthusiasm and humour
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Fateema Ramji (she/her)
Hot HIIT Instructor
· brings fire moves and music to the hot room
· loves teaching, but you'll find her on the mat working out hard too!
· will give you a killer workout, with a smile
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Jacey Schnarr (she/her)
Hot Yoga Instructor
· leads her classes with joy and positivity
· always vibing high
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Lindsey Spragg (she/her)
Hot Yoga & Hot HIIT Instructor
· teaches grounding & joyful classes
· will always make you feel welcome
· will challenge & support you all at once
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Linda Tien (she/her)
Hot Yoga & Hot HIIT Instructor
· hot room lover
· passionate about fitness
Two Studios, One Community
Whether you practice at Beaches, our flagship studio of over 20 years, or join us at Broadview, our brand-new location in Leslieville, you’ll be greeted with the same warmth, professionalism, and expertise. Our team moves between both studios, so you’ll see familiar faces, no matter where you roll out your mat.