Carey Smiley

Instructor

YogaNation

100 Hours Power Flow YTT with Sid Yoga, 32 hours Yin YTT with Nicole SchulzAfter moving to Red Deer in 2010 and not knowing anyone in the community, I became somewhat of a homebody. My husband suggested I try a yoga class, as we are both health and fitness minded people and I was looking for something I could become passionate about. After resisting his urging me on (for at least a couple years!), I reluctantly went to my first yoga class in an actual “yoga studio”. As I lay in my very first Savasana, with tears streaming down the side of my face, I was hooked and in love with yoga! I was angry at myself for resisting it for so long- THIS was what I NEEDED on so many levels. I began trying a few of the different classes offered at the studio and when an old acquaintance sent me a message, telling me I should try out hot yoga, again my reluctance and fear of the unknown came forward. Would I be able to handle the heat, would I embarrass myself? But, I went for it, and again, I instantly fell in love. I tried to attend every yoga class I could possibly get to. I have a full time job, a husband and FIVE children, but I NEEDED to make time for yoga. When teacher training was offered in Red Deer, I had to go. I love that yoga is a constant evolution. We continue to grow and I love sharing my passion for yoga with the people I’ve practiced beside, and have had the privilege of guiding through a practice. Expanding our minds, bodies, connection and growth is a beautiful thing. The possibilities are endless, and I’ve found a peace within myself that I never knew existed. I love to discuss yoga with anyone who will listen and encourage them to embark upon their own journey or continue on the one they’ve already started.