Sarah-Jade Cozier
Calgary,AB
Summary
As an unforgettable detail-oriented yoga professional with 10+ years of experience and a proven knowledge of safety instruction, curriculum development, and customer satisfaction.
Passionate about teaching and inspiring people to
commit to healthy living. The goal is to enrich the lives of the humans around me, and serve the world humbly through the art of yoga instruction.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Yoga Teacher
MRU Recreation
11.2023 - Current
- From 2009-2020 I Taught many multi level classes in a week. It has been a long 4 year break from MRU due to the Pandemic. I applied and got hired back in November 2023, and since January 2024 have been teaching 1 weekly Hatha style yoga class.
- In my many years at MRU I was chosen to teach private athletic groups such as dance and sports teams, yoga in the bar, and yoga in the immersion studio in the library.
- Part of the recreation promotions team, engaged with student body during events to increase program registration and student numbers.
- Design new yoga classes, instruct up to 50 students, immerse students in yoga culture & philosophy.
Aerial Yoga Teacher
Yoga & Beyond
04.2016 - Current
- Teach weekly Aerial Yoga Classes in the Air Yoga hammocks.
- Sub Regular Flow Yoga, Vinyassa Flow, Hatha Yoga and Restorative classes.
- Responsible key holder.
- Execute reception desk, Adept in MB software.
Yoga Teacher
Cozie Yoga Club
01.2021 - 06.2023
- Instruct multiple weekly online zoom classes.
- Teaching in my home studio for one on one private yoga, classes or recorded classes for video library
- Rented space at the Sunalta Community Center for Yoga live in person classes.
- Passion for yoga, building my own brand, enriching the Calgary Yoga Community.
- Teach Kids Yoga with the Cozie Yoga Kids Club live and on Zoom
Yoga Teacher
Liv Yoga & Wellness
01.2021 - 07.2022
- Build and run Karma Cleaning Team, teach how to clean the yoga studio, create all schedules.
- Teaching weekly Hatha yoga.
- Responsible Key holder & front desk reception.
- Versed in MB software applications.
- Ability to teach on zoom and live in the studio at the same time.
- Professionally adjusting students where needed.
- Taught private corporate groups.
Summer Outdoor Yoga Instructor
City Of Calgary Recreation
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Contracted to instruct youth in the park summer camp wellness initiative program.
- Bring own mats for participants, set up music, create an outdoor portable yoga studio experience.
- Enhance well-being of youth in the wellness program, by instructing about yoga postures, breath awareness, physical literacy, and yoga philosophy.
- Increase emotional intelligence in youth program by creating a safe space for them to practice mindfulness.
Yoga Teacher
City Of Calgary Recreation
05.2013 - 03.2020
- Observe participants and inform them of corrective measures necessary for skill improvement.
- Offer alternatives during classes to accommodate different levels of fitness.
- Plan routines, choose appropriate music, and choose different movements for each set of muscles, depending on participants' capabilities and limitations.
- Teach proper breathing techniques used during physical exertion. Monitor participants' progress and adapt programs as needed.
- Taught different types of yoga classes, Yoga for Men, Plus Size Yoga, Flow Yoga, Elders Gentle Chair Yoga and Kids Yoga.
- Have filled in subbing at almost every city pool and recreation center.
- Taught Corporate Yoga at City Hall, Assessment building, and Spillar Road recreation building.
- Chosen often by the recreation fitness specialists to teach at the fun one day events for sports one day, and school events.
Fitness Gym Monitor
Mount Royal Recreation
01.2017 - 12.2017
- Enforce rules and regulations of recreational facilities to maintain discipline and ensure safety.
- Manage the daily operations of the recreational facility.
- Administer first aid according to prescribed procedures, and notify emergency medical personnel when necessary.
- Organize, lead, and promote interest in recreational activities such as arts, crafts, sports, games, camping, and hobbies.
- Confer with management to discuss and resolve participant complaints.
- Welcome and check in patrons to the gym, attain ID cards for rental equipment.
Recreation Programmer
City Of Calgary
04.2016 - 06.2017
- Develop or coordinate fitness and wellness programs or services.
- Select or supervise contractors, such as event hosts or health, fitness, and wellness practitioners.
- Develop marketing campaigns to promote a healthy lifestyle or participation in fitness and wellness programs.
- Maintain or arrange for maintenance of fitness equipment or facilities.
- Track attendance, participation, or performance data related to wellness events.
- Lead 500 participants through a family wellness day outside SLC Recreation Center, families move and complete activities and get stamps. Received an award from recreation for success of event and execution.
Education
Interior Design 2 Year Diploma - Interior Design
VCAD
Online04.2025
Pilates/Barre In Fitness - Fitness
AFLCA
ZOOM09.2021
20 HR Yin YTT Training - Yin Yoga
Breathe Hot Yoga
ZOOM 11.2020
50 HR Forrest Yoga Intensive Intermediate - Forrest Yoga
Forrest Yoga
Yoga & Beyond Calgary AB06.2019
200 Hr YTT Training - Akhanda Yoga
World Conscious Yoga Family
Bodhi Tree Yoga Center, Calgary, AB08.2008
Nutrition For Healthy Lifestyles in Dietetics - Nutritional Sciences
SAIT
Calgary, AB06.2005
Skills
Outstanding Interpersonal Skills
Reliable Key Holder
Adaptable Professional
Understanding Experienced Teacher
Works well with all experience levels
Creatrix of all programs taught
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
Standard First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, Red Cross, Reg #104614729 Expiry Date: 2026-12-05
Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Level "C" certification, Red Cross, Reg #104614729 Expiry Date: 2026-12-05
References
Lancette Burton Direct Supervisor 2013-2020 Former Manager Recreation Fitness Specialist
(403) 648-6572
lancette.burton@calgary.ca
Former Manager Youth Social Program- Social Program Specialist
(403) 988-9458
tami.nisbet@calgary.ca
Bjorn Billehaug — Mount Royal Recreation
Manager Of Recreation
(403) 440-7005
bbilliehaug@mtroyal.ca
Timeline
Yoga Teacher
MRU Recreation
11.2023 - Current
Summer Outdoor Yoga Instructor
City Of Calgary Recreation
06.2021 - 08.2021
Yoga Teacher
Cozie Yoga Club
01.2021 - 06.2023
Yoga Teacher
Liv Yoga & Wellness
01.2021 - 07.2022
Fitness Gym Monitor
Mount Royal Recreation
01.2017 - 12.2017
Aerial Yoga Teacher
Yoga & Beyond
04.2016 - Current
Recreation Programmer
City Of Calgary
04.2016 - 06.2017
Yoga Teacher
City Of Calgary Recreation
05.2013 - 03.2020
Interior Design 2 Year Diploma - Interior Design
VCAD
Pilates/Barre In Fitness - Fitness
AFLCA
20 HR Yin YTT Training - Yin Yoga
Breathe Hot Yoga
50 HR Forrest Yoga Intensive Intermediate - Forrest Yoga
Forrest Yoga
200 Hr YTT Training - Akhanda Yoga
World Conscious Yoga Family
Nutrition For Healthy Lifestyles in Dietetics - Nutritional Sciences
SAIT
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