Anette Larsson
Toronto,ON
Summary
Dynamic yoga instructor with a strong teaching presence, experienced in developing inclusive programs for beginners, advanced practitioners, as well as those with mobility issues. Skilled in mindfulness meditation and restorative techniques, I foster community engagement and enhance participant confidence through tailored instruction. Committed to promoting wellness and mental clarity, I adapt classes and provide modifications to meet diverse needs and abilities.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Starting in March 2026: Volunteer Yoga Instructor
Kensington Health Centre
02.2026 - Current
- Developing yoga program for members of Second Mile Club, a community centre within Kensington Health
- Providing guidance on proper alignment and breathing techniques and modifications to ensure safe practice among participants including students with mobility issues and chronic illnesses
- Maintaining a welcoming environment, fostering community engagement and support among class attendees.
- Nurturing beginner students' confidence, gradually introducing more challenging poses as their abilities grew.
- Integrating feedback from participants to refine class structures, enhancing overall satisfaction and effectiveness.
Volunteer Yoga Instructor
University Health Network
01.2026 - Current
- Instructed group yoga classes, adapting sessions to diverse skill levels and participant needs.
- Developed personalized yoga sequences to enhance individual wellness and mindfulness practices.
- Educated clients on the benefits of a consistent yoga practice for stress reduction, improved flexibility, and overall mental clarity.
- Provided guidance and instruction on breathing techniques, meditation and other elements of yoga practice.
Yoga Studio Owner
Self-employed
11.2025 - Current
- Managed scheduling and bookings to optimize studio utilization.
- Conducted yoga classes tailored to diverse skill levels, promoting inclusivity and engagement.
- Maintained a clean and organized studio environment, ensuring safety and comfort for all participants.
- Provided feedback to students on posture and technique, fostering growth in their practice and confidence levels.
- Kept studio area safe, organized, and comfortable for students.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase local brand awareness.
Education
Yoga Teacher Training 200 Hour
Centre For Natural Living Yoga Teacher Training
11.2025
Yoga For Seniors
Breathe Yoga
01.2025
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Fine Arts
York University
Toronto06.1991
Skills
- Mindfulness meditation techniques
- Group and individual instruction
- Restorative yoga techniques
- Individual and group instruction
- Pose modifications
- Class design
- Strong teaching presence
- Yoga for seniors experience
Accomplishments
- Creation and delivery of 60 minute yoga series to community members in my yoga studio
- Creation and delivery of 45 minute weekly sessions on Teams especially tailored for safe on-line instruction
- Creation of yoga sequence suitable for healthcare workers on lunch break at University Health Network (UHN)
- Attended professional development course in how to teach yoga for seniors 55+, completed in January, 2026
- Collaborating with author on Yoga Teacher Training Manual with illustrations and editing support
- Extensive career as executive fundraiser in the arts and healthcare sector
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Swedish
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Affiliations
Centre for Natural Living
Yoga Alliance
Queen City Yacht Club
Certification
- Certified Yoga Instructor with Yoga Alliance as of December 6, 2025
- Certified Fundraising Executive since 2008
Interests
- I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities such as paddling, hiking, nordic skiing and sailing
- As a visual artists, I create and deliver community workshops in drawing, calligraphy, shibori dye technique as well as cyanotype printing
Timeline
Starting in March 2026: Volunteer Yoga Instructor
Kensington Health Centre
02.2026 - Current
Volunteer Yoga Instructor
University Health Network
01.2026 - Current
Yoga Studio Owner
Self-employed
11.2025 - Current
Yoga Teacher Training 200 Hour
Centre For Natural Living Yoga Teacher Training
Yoga For Seniors
Breathe Yoga
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Fine Arts
York University