A leader in neuroscience, leadership, artful pedagogy & helpful practices for a steady mind & strong body. Teacher & lecturer for over 20+ years, facilitator of trainings & retreats in over 10 countries. Former Hong Kong, Montreal & Whistler resident. Runner, yoga (always), writer, gym rat, breath-work lover and retired ski bum who has a co-dependent relationship with a 20-pound fluff ball named Georgie. Lover of anyone who feeds her Italian food and witty one-liners.
MEET JULIA
— Student who'd like to remain secret :) 2026
"You have had such a meaningful impact on my practice over the years, I love teaching & you have become a steadfast anchor for me as I navigate life’s ups and downs, as a teacher, and a Mom. Thank you for your knowledge, your honesty and inspiring discipline to the practice!"
— ARIUN, VANCOUVER, BC
“I’ve always struggled with public speaking. Julia’s breathwork practices gave me the tools to steady my nervous system. For the first time, I felt confident and grounded in my body."
Anonymous,
California
"In short your studio has made an amazing and unexpected difference for my niece and her PCD respiratory condition. It is unbelievable and a testament to the powerful effects for physical and mental health. By deciding to do your online studio and to create a focus on breath classes specifically - it has impacted her life in such a positive way and there is much more hope for her future."
ARVEL LAWSON,
ALBERTA
"Thank you for this 8-week meditation series - it is changing my life. I'm noticing I crave the breath work and have observed a difference in my emotional state. There is something in this work that supports grief processing as well - this series truly has been a life saver as I integrate the loss of my Mom."
ERICA SPARKS,
MIDWEST, USA
"Julia is an exceptional teacher. She has an acute ability of presenting concepts of ancient philosophy & modern neuroscience in one sentence, while making them both incredibly relevant and very accessible to grasp. Julia's inquiry into mindfulness matches her curiosity for getting to know her students, with an approach of kindness, acceptance, and a dash of humor. She is a gift!"
When I was asked years ago by a business coach, "Who is your ideal client?", I answered, "I don’t have one!" I find this mindset limiting; the whole point of my work is to welcome and educate anyone who is willing and open. Whether it’s 1:1 work, students I’m training, or my digital studio, together we use top-down strategies (cognitive, brain-based, and self-study/studentship) as well as bottom-up practices (from your body, yoga/somatics, and breathwork to inform your brain) — so you feel like yourself again - or better. Like a software upgrade, it is necessary in our busy world to tend to all the parts of us.
Hi, I’m Julia. In 2020, after two decades of training teachers in yoga from Hong Kong to Canada, I completed my post-grad education in Neuroscience, Psych & Mental Health from KCL. I now train others how to integrate neuro-informed skills into their work, business skills & life
After graduating from McGill with a degree in Kinesiology/Art History (I know, weird combo) - I lived in Whistler, BC and was a professional ski bum for over a decade. During those years, I helped build a community that I'll forever cherish: an unassuming studio tucked into the second floor of an industrial building where some of Whistler's finest athletes and icons joined us. I also lived in Hong Kong for three years studying and teaching under the wisdom and friendship of Patrick Creelman (whom I'm forever indebted to).
Through both communities - and with the knowledge of what makes a human brain happy, I've learned there are three factors that drive "success": Purpose, belonging/community and the skill of self-regulation. Our "work" together includes all three. Whether it's my online community (who still show up every day at 7am with me!) or when I meet 1:1, I believe all relationships begin with seeds of infinite possibility - including this work. The neuroscience of leadership reminds us that all relationships are also defined when two or more nervous systems are meeting each other; people will remember the way you make them FEEL - and this begins with the work we do on the inside.
My work is the nexus of neuroscience, comprehensive courses & somatic/cognitive practices people actually use.
- 3, 6 or 12 month contracts. We meet weekly
- 60-90 min sessions including neuro-informed regulation tools & conversation
- Neuro-leadership skills: "Top-down" & "bottom-up" practices & strategies for your body / business health (brain-body / body to brain)
- Free access to course material, resources & current 30hr trainings in the subjects of neuroscience and more
- Access to the digital studio
- Access to all concurrent meditation series
- Weekly meetings & accountability check-ins + weekly WhatsApp check-ins (they are short, sweet and helpful reminders)
1:1 WORK
A CURATED EXPERIENCE for you.
Teacher & mentor with over
20 years of experience.
- This FOR you if you are an educator, entrerpreneur, parent - someone with an insatiable thirst for learning and growth.
- If you are a business owner seeking consulting and strategy from a neuroscience-informed framework.
- I mentor and assist teachers and business owners re: pedagogy, leadership training, business development & curriculum writing.
- I also work with you if are injured, ill, working with a neurodiversity, depression or anxiety - and desire input and guidance from a neuroscience-somatic lens.
- Previous clients include (all genders) leaders in wellness, business owners, doctors, lawyers, athletes, neuro-diverse clients - like ADHD, primary care givers, injury rehabilitation, mental health support, up & coming teachers & more...
- This is NOT for you if you expect overnight results, are impatient and not willing to look inward.
- PAYMENT PLANS AVAILABLE upon request.
DETAILS
—LISA Z, CALGARY
"My 1:1 sessions with Julia were life changing. Over the course of 1 year, Julia's knowledge and guidance around the connection between mental health, neuroscience and the body - changed how I show up for life on a daily basis. She helped me find joy again and encouraged me to stay grounded in the pillars I need to live a joyful life. I always felt safe with her and am so grateful for our time together. She is amazing at what she does!"
— Jayme RAYCRAFT, VANCOUVER, BC
“I wouldn't be the teacher I am today without working 1:1 with Julia. She has a wonderful way of being both warm and highly practical. Whether you're a teacher or simply looking to become better acquainted with yourself, Julia will help you tap into strengths you didn't even know you had."
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GALLERY
- A brief lecture and integration of breath on the mechanics of Dopamine (60 min)
- The practice: A fusion 25 min of gentle yoga, 20 mins blended with "Somatic Sweat" movements & ending with hip openers and up-regulating 3-part breath to create space from the Default Mode Network of the overthinking mind
PRACTICE & LECTURE
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SMALL MOMENTS is what life mostly IS. NOT THE BIG ONES. We miss it - our life - and suffer when we are waiting around for grandiosity and 100% certainty.
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LAUGHTER & REST is an under-rated leadership skill
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THE IDEA OF A "DREAM CLIENT" is limiting
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THAT LIFE & HARD WORK can be done with ease
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THE WORD "BUSY" is over-rated & glorified
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EDUCATION equals LIBERATION
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CORE BELIEFS
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