The Team
Karissa Fraser - Owner/RYT 200+, Barre Certified
With a degree in kinesiology, a diploma in massage therapy, an obsession with CrossFit and all things that result in getting outside and moving… the physical body, it’s reaches, and it’s limits have always been a fascination of mine. I didn’t realize anything was missing until my discovery of yoga, and then the pieces all fell into place - the meld of the body and mind.
My passion for yoga started slow, and it was after the birth of my first daughter (she was colic for 6 months) that I realized how integral it was in my life. What had started as an escape, soon evolved into necessity.
I knew I wanted to bring this experience to more people, so after completing my yoga teacher training in the spring of 2018 with TAYS out of Halifax, the stars aligned and I was able to bring YogaLife to Wolfville. I am currently working towards my 500hr yoga teacher training and have taken additional classes in Yin and Restorative, Pre and Post-Natal, as well as Yoga for Seniors and Barre. My goal is to provide a very therapeutic experience in all classes you take with me, strengthening and lengthening to correct typical postural imbalances, allowing time to connect back into yourself, and most importantly having fun - I hope you love it!
Leanne Morrison - RYT 500+
Leanne is a 500 hour, registered yoga and meditation teacher, and is certified in compassionate inquiry, a trauma-based approach to therapy. She also teaches yoga for PTSD, yoga for addiction recovery, yoga for athletes, and meditation.
“The practice of yoga allows us to connect with the power of the mind and to get into our bodies. Showing up on your mat and taking time for you is enough!”
Nate Goudreau - B.Sc H.Kin; B.Ed
STOTT Pilates Instructor/Kinesiologist
I am a physical education teacher in Three Mile Plains by day, Pilates instructor by night. Originally from Moncton, New Brunswick, my wife and I relocated to the valley after living in Beijing for 4 years. I am an ultimate frisbee enthusiast and enjoy saunas as much as I can. Dogfather to our Aussie Bernese Poodle, "Luna". I began my personal Pilates practice while living in Beijing after dealing with postural issues and chronic pain. Pilates has improved my personal wellness both physically and mentally and I am excited to offer essential and intermediate STOTT Pilates Matwork to the community of Wolfville!
Beth Ross - RYT 200+
I am so happy and grateful to call YogaLife home as a yoga instructor and have been teaching in the Annapolis Valley since 2017! I first found yoga in my early 20s, needing to be deeply grounded and less in the grip of a very busy mind. As time has gone by, I have continued my yoga journey through a busy life of children, university degrees, mortgages, and troubling (and not so troubling) relationships.
I enjoy offering yin and gentle yoga, as well as challenging vinyasa - everyday the body speaks differently, and I have found a varied approach works!
There are few practices in life that bring me more joy than doing and sharing yoga with others. Can’t wait to see you!
Danielle Pierce - RYT 200
Danielle Pierce is a certified yoga instructor, a writer, reader, dog-mom, and instructional designer.
Her personal practice is a mashup of traditional yoga, mobility, strength training, and dance parties. She is interested in taking the time to make a mind-body connection and her classes are for the everyday athlete, focused on practical strength and increasing range of movement. She tries to keep the vibe playful and curious when practicing and teaching.
Karen Zwicker - RYT 200+
My name is Karen. I was born and raised here in the Valley. I recently returned to Nova Scotia in 2024 after spending 18 years living in California kicking off my professional career, discovering so much about myself and starting my family. While in California I received my 200hr Yoga Teacher Training and have since continued to learn and share about the practice. It is with the yoga community that I feel most at home. I have spent the last several years focused on the Yin practice, meditation and mindfulness. When I am not at my desk for my day job, I love nature and the great outdoors. I love running and strength training and adventuring with my husband and my two kids. I truly look forward to seeing you show up and roll out your mat and being there to help you along the way. There is so much to experience but it doesn’t all have to happen at once. Yoga inspires me to take care of my body and mindset as an athlete, and how consciously & lovingly I show up for my family and my relationships, including the one with myself.