Roxanne Joly, ERYT500

Roxanne is the founder and director of Upward Dog Yoga Centre. She was drawn to the transformational effects inspired by yoga;deep relaxation, patience, over all well being and the connection to one's true self. She completed her first Hatha Yoga teacher training in 2001-2002 in order to share her love of yoga with the community. She is now a student of Yogarupa (Rod Stryker) and in the process of completing the Para Yoga Master Training in the lineage of the great Swami Rama of the Himalayas.

Witnessing the beneficial effects of yoga in the lives of her students inspires Roxanner daily. Focusing on sthira and sukham in every class, her students learn steadiness and comfort both on and off their mats, helping find true joy in all aspects of life.

Roxanne is E-RYT 200 & E-RYT 500 registered with the Yoga Alliance and teaches several classes at the center. She is one of the lead instructors for the Upward Dog Yoga Teacher Training program.