I am grateful for a job that adds passion to my heart, peace to my soul & where its always an honour to hold space for every yogi.  I come from a trauma sensitive hatha background & my current teaching is from a functional perspective, balancing strength with ease.

Yoga is so much more than achieving the perfect pose. Rather, its made up of those a-ha moments where you practice the pause, feel your body, link with the breath or quiet the mind. More importantly, its slowing down, turning inward & finding joy & peace that comes from within. It's always there but may have been silenced by all the noise.  This connection then allows you to take yoga off your mat, into your life & live in harmony & balance And this, my friend, is yoga.

I think of Lighthouse Loft offerings as a cozy patchwork quilt that are made up of threads of 100's of hours of trainings, yoga retreat adventures & many classes that I have taken & been inspired by those amazing teachers who came before me. Just like a patchwork quilt, I strive for my classes to wrap you up with a feeling of warmth, connection, presence, peace, joy & love. I take pride in the classes I plan & the special touches that make this studio unique.  Through intention setting, meditation, breath work & poses, my goal is welcome each person home to themselves.  My classes are delivered in a chill, casual manner via Zen on Zoom. I aim to live a yoga inspired lifestyle & lead my classes in a way that reflects that choice. I hope this studio is a source of peace, inspiration & transformation for others.

Tina's Teaching Style


Our Outdoor Space 

Home is where your mat is! Lighthouse Loft is your space to roll out your mat, your safe place to reflect inward, open your heart & actually feel yoga. Lighthouse Loft, a zen oasis filled with amazing energy, is located in the backyard of my home on Harbour Drive. This outdoor space is nestled along a canal  & we can practice either on the turf, dock or under the gazebo. Its simple, neutral decor reflects a sense of serenity & peace. The loft is well stocked with everything you need including blankets & essential oils. The studio is also heavily equipped with props recognizing the level of comfort & safety they offer. Lighthouse Loft can easily accommodate large groups of yogis. There's also a lovely seated area to chill with a tea or water, after you completed your practice or reiki session. This is your home, your journey, your practice, your yoga so whether you flow or settle into stillness, I invite you home to Lighthouse Loft.



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CLASS DESCRIPTIONS:

Slow Flow
~ mindful movement combines strength with ease. Although the intention varies week to week, this 75 min class combines a short meditation, breath work, warmup, slow flow, cool down & savasana. Currently offered on Mondays at 6:00-7:00 pm, outdoors & Tuesdays at 9:30-10:30 am on zoom.

Zen Blend: This 75 min class is offered on zoom Thursday evenings from 6:30-7:45. It combines meditation, breath work, yin yoga & restorative yoga.  Please see the descriptions of these classes below.

Restorative Yoga - is a deeply relaxing type of practice where we lie around supported by props. Unlike yin, these poses do not offer sensation but simply allow the body to feel fully supported & at ease. Poses are held from 5-15 minutes. This is a quieter practice where we settle into stillness & moments of silence. Currently offered Thursdays at 6:30-7:45pm on zoom.

Yin Yoga - is a slow mindful, passive practice that targets the connective tissue. Unlike our flow practice where larger muscles are the focus, yin postures seek to add a healthy stress to the deeper yin tissues. This results in a greater range of motion. Each pose coincides with a meridian or energy channel that nourishes a specific organ. Poses are held on average for 3 minutes. People report feeling taller, stretched or compare it to getting a massage. This class compliments a flow practice. 

Yoga Nidra - also called yogi sleep is a deeply meditative practice for relaxation & healing. It is a guided relaxation that leads you through the koshas or layers of your being & will leave you feeling calm, rested & peaceful. Yoga Nidra is offered on occasion as a specialty class or sometimes a mini nidra is offered in Zen Blend.

Soulful Saturdays - This soothing morning class starts with gentle movement to awaken the body, then moves into yin poses to allow for the connective tissue & fascia to be mindfully stretched creating a greater range of motion & ease in the body. Finally, we seek stillness as we surrender in a restorative pose or two. This class is my fabsolute favorite. Not only is it a gift to your nervous system but a perfect way to head into your weekend: chill, calm & relaxed.

Testimonials

I am only as much as my yogis feel.  Here are some of what they are saying.

"I was very lucky to practise yoga at Tina's studio in Caledonia for 3 years.  Every class was unique and challenging as Tina put a lot of time and care into planning each session.  Her studio space was lovely with a variety of props to support our practice. I would highly recommend Tina to anyone who has the opportunity to join her classes. As a registered physiotherapist with a pelvic health and yoga background, I am so grateful to have found a passionate teacher who prioritizes safety. Every one of Tina's classes is thoughtful, intentional and reflective of her vibrant personality. She is constantly learning but grounds her knowledge in life experience to make each session a truly memorable gift.  I feel very privileged to have the opportunity to practice with such a compassionate guide."

Shelley M.

Physiotherapist

"Tina Marshall - where do I begin? I had the pleasure of meeting her years before she opened her studio. She was smart, funny, welcoming and charming as a person. These qualities plus so many more make her classes fun, easy to follow, educational, timely and relevant..  I am almost a senior who is sadly uncoordinated, never played sports in my life, and was afraid that yoga would highlight all of these faults. Tina welcomed me with open arms and through her gentle spirit, she guided and mentored me into a yogi who is now committed to yoga for life!

She puts her heart and soul into preparation for every class.  She has a sixth sense and always offers positions, intentions for our practice or inspirational quotes that are useful and meaningful to each of her students.  Times are strange but she has "zoomed" her way back to those of us who were her loyal yogis here in Caledonia. This new format can be challenging but Tina makes it work with her endless patience, constant educational upgrading and her amazing sense of humour! I would have no hesitation recommending her to anyone no matter their health status, physical limitations or self doubt! She is a blessing to all those who are fortunate enough to be a part of her world!"

Sharon H.

Pilot

"Tina is a gifted yoga teacher.  The time and attention she spends planning and developing each class is second to none.  Her classes are challenging, inclusive, thoughtful, motivating and authentic and are always just what I need to help me find my balance. Whether in the studio or online via zoom, Tina is able to reach each of her students in a genuine way to help guide us into a pose, lead us through a breathing technique or allow us to listen to our bodies and do what we need in our own unique ways. Simply put, Tina at Lighthouse Loft is amazing and whether you attend in person or online, you will absolutely not be disappointed."

Christine G.

Teacher

"Lighthouse Loft is soothing for my soul. Tina is organic, a self proclaimed hippie and tree hugger. Nature is so often brought into the themes and a full moon is never ignored. She is knowledgeable, quick to offer alternative positions or how to adjust props, if one doesn't work for your body, no judgement. Aside from the well planned classes which include readings of inspiring passages (personal fav.) Tina is real and is particularly funny when she lets her "Newfie" out. You will hear an occasional word you have no clue what it is. Perfectly imperfect."

Michelle F.

Nurse


"I have been attending Tina's classes for years, and there's a reason why we begged her to start teaching virtually when she moved away. She is genuine. She is funny. She is calming. And she is an incredible, inspiring teacher. Everyone needs a little Tina in their lives!"

Jenn T.

Senior Marketing Manager - Oncology

"It has been an hour and joy to have shared in Tina's yoga journey all of these years.  Her dedication as a life long learner is inspiring, as she continues to take a myriad of courses and travels the world seeking opportunities to learn and evolve so she can provide her tribe with the richest of experiences.

I have collaborated with Tina on several special candlelight Restorative Yoga-Reiki evenings and can attest to the many dedicated hours that she invests in planning a class to ensure that the participants experience something unique.  From poses, to music, to props, to ambiance, to essential oils, she creatively and carefully plans them all.  You are left feeling physically nurtured, rejuvenated and emotionally free.

Within her regular classes, Tina mindfully takes the time to plan a theme for each of her classes which inspires her relevant choice of postures and flow, and the poignant quotes infused throughout help to prompt reflection and healing.  Her understanding of alignment and wisdom regarding the unique nature of our individual bodies, are reflected in her prompts and the modifications that she offers. I admire the way in which she inspires her yogis to find what feels good to them and respectfully promotes self exploration.

I always appreciate the way Tina encourages and models how to take all aspects of yoga, mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual, off our mats and into our lives.  Her grace, ease, humour, creativity, openness and authenticity are the qualities that I very much admire in her as a heart-centered teacher and any yogi is blessed to learn and grow beside her.

Jan C.

Intuitive Energy Healer

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Lighthouse Loft is a zen oasis where you are encouraged to let your true, authentic self shine. It's a safe space for you to simply be. Offerings of yoga or reiki will empower you to find your way home to yourself.

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