I discovered Bikram Yoga in 2007, and it transformed my life. With a background in Sports Medicine and competitive athletics, I found my passion in teaching Hot Yoga. I’m inspired by its ability to heal, strengthen, and connect mind and body. Now based in Toronto, I’m proud to help others experience the powerful benefits of hot yoga in a supportive, welcoming space. As a certified Yoga Instructor with over 1000 hours of practice, I offer a unique perspective in each class. Join me to explore various styles like Yin Yoga, and Vinyasa, and empower yourself with the essential skills to in your practice!

Hi, I’m Dave, and I’m thrilled to be a part of the Levelup Management team! With over a decade of teaching experience in Hot Yoga, I am grateful for the opportunity to lead a team of hardworking staff and instructors. My goal is to build and manage an efficient and dedicated team. I look forward to achieving great things together!

Mark is a new teacher and loving it as he recently completed the YTT 200 hr Hot Yoga and Inferno Hot Pilates Teacher Training in spring 2024. Mark has been practicing Hot Yoga for over 14 years and swears that it has healed many injuries for him. Mark views Hot Yoga as medicinal and enjoys sharing the benefits he has experienced.
When Mark instructs a Hot Pilates class, get ready for good music, a lot of sweat, high energy and killer sequences that will give you the most amount of burn in the shortest amount of time.

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Movement has been a cornerstone of Maria's self-care practice since 2008. After her first Hot Yoga class, she experienced a mix of exhilaration, exhaustion, and energy that made her realize she had discovered her true passion. The heat of the room became a place of serenity and resilience, where she found both strength and peace. A certified Hot Yoga and Inferno Hot Pilates Instructor, Maria is dedicated to sharing the transformative power of movement with others. When she’s not teaching or practicing in the studio, she enjoys exploring other movement practices and connecting with uplifting communities that inspire growth and well-being.

In my classes, I focus on helping you slow down and connect with yourself in a peaceful environment. With training in breath and energy work, along with a 200-hour YTT in Vinyasa, Hatha, Restorative, and Yin yoga, I aim to support you physically, mentally, and emotionally. Together, we will explore the transformative power of stillness and self-discovery. Join me on this journey to deepen your practice and enhance your well-being!

With more than 15 years of experience in Hot Yoga, Lisa enriches her classes with deep knowledge and passion. She completed her Hot Yoga teacher training with Levelup Hot Yoga spring 2024 and proudly holds a RYT 200 hour Vinyasa Yoga certification from the Yoga Alliance. Lisa is dedicated to sharing her yoga journey, fostering an energetic environment that leaves participants feeling accomplished and balanced. Join her for a transformative experience that nurtures both body and mind.

I have more than 12 years of experience and well-honed techniques in Deep Tissue, Fascial Release, Trigger Point Therapy, Cupping, Reflexology, Swedish and Pre/Post Natal Massage.

I strongly believe that massage therapy is an effective way to heal from injuries, pain and manage chronic conditions. I use special techniques to address stress, tension, mobility and pain in any specific or general physiological concerns to help the body achieve its optimal function and fullest potential.

As a former educator, I mentor Massage Therapy Students to help them do well in school and prepare new graduates for their board examinations. To end my day, you will find me attending a Hot Yoga or Pilates class at Levelup Hot Yoga studio.

Since my first Original Hot Yoga class in 2007, my life has transformed. Now a Toronto-based studio owner and instructor, I’m passionate about creating a supportive space where all can grow. With certifications in Inferno Hot Pilates, Vinyasa Yoga 500 hr, BodyART, Zumba and more, I strive to offer inclusive, empowering classes that help every student feel seen, inspired, and uplifted on their wellness journey. As a passionate instructor, I bring the heat and energy to every class!

Meet Victoria, a dedicated Inferno Hot Pilates Instructor with a Bachelor of Science in Biology and a Doctor of Chiropractic Degree. Her expertise in anatomy and physiology enhances her classes, helping students gain a deeper understanding of their bodies. With thoughtfully curated playlists and engaging sessions, Victoria's passion for movement and wellness shines through. She fosters a welcoming environment at Levelup, ensuring every student leaves feeling accomplished and inspired each week.

Hello everyone! My fitness journey began with track and field, where I discovered importance of gym training to enhance my performance. My passion for fitness expanded as I explored group classes, from strength training to spinning, boot camps, and HIIT. After discovering Hot Yoga two decades ago, I became a certified Power Vinyasa Yoga instructor in 2016, followed by Inferno Hot Pilates Level II in 2021, and recently, Yin Yoga in 2023. I am truly passionate about helping our members grow in their practice, and I feel honored to be a part of their fitness journeys.

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Soft and gentle approach style of teaching. Her experience and knowledge in the various styles of yoga definitely shows in her classes.

Yoga has complimented every aspect of Aura’s life, whether it be through increased focus in her profession or by practicing forgiveness and love as a mother. In 2012, after years of struggling to seek balance in her life and health, Aura turned to Yoga. Since then, she has been committed to a daily yoga practice of breath and mindfulness. This journey led her to India in 2014, where she was first introduced to Ayurveda – the sister science of yoga and eventually to Kelowna, BC in 2018 to complete her Yoga Teacher training. Native to the GTA, Aura is excited to share her love of this practice with the community! Aura teaches Freestyle Vinyasa.

As a devoted Yin Yoga teacher, I’m passionate about guiding you into a space of deep calm and self-discovery. My love for Yin stems from its power to nurture stillness and balance, a practice that has transformed my own journey with yoga. Through gentle, long-held poses and mindful breath, I help you release tension and reconnect with your inner peace. Inspired by the chakra system, I weave energy awareness into each class, harmonizing mind, body, and spirit. Join me to explore the beauty of Yin, awaken your energy, and embrace your unique path.

Dr. Andrew Mere DC has been in practice for over 30 years. He is well established and held in high regard in the North York community since 1991. He has successfully treated numerous musculoskeletal injuries of all sorts, not those just limited to the spine and supporting structures.

Dr. Mere graduated from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College and believes you should be informed and engaged in your own health and recovery. Dr. Andrew Mere is available to help you now to start you on your path to recovery.

Our staff and community are the heart of our Toronto Hot Yoga studio. I love connecting with each person and feel grateful to help create a safe, welcoming space to work, practice, and grow. Every smile and positive vibe fuels the supportive energy we’re proud to offer every day.

Leads a calm and intuitive class, enpowered by a voice that is kind, allowing and grounding. A humble and skillful teacher who is very knowledgeable in the Ashtanga and Bikram series. A humble character with a vast experience in body work and Yoga, he will enlighten and elevate your experience in the hot room.

Super energetic and a busy mom when she is not teaching. A high motivator and creative in her sequence. Expect a high energy class from this beautiful inspiring soul!

Driven with great passion to teach his acquired Yoga knowledge from India. Lead a slow flow power class with longer holds that is super challenging! Expect a calm and gentle music selection.

Meet Derek, an experienced Vinyasa Yoga practitioner who acquired his YTT 200hr in 2017. A firm believer of "Health is Wealth", Derek incorporates his genuine curiosity and interest to improvise the quality of life in everyone into his Yoga sequences. You will probably see Derek in his handstand pose after practicing in every hot class, be it Yoga or Pilates!

A kind, intuitive and experienced Yoga teacher and practitioner.

Pearl brings over 15 years of Zumba experience and more than a decade of teaching various dance styles, showcasing her deep passion movement and music. Her high-energy classes empower individuals to feel strong, confident, and joyful. Beyond Zumba, Pearl has successfully led dance-based fitness classes like Latin fusion and contemporary dance competitions, helping her students achieve and won competitions. She takes pride in fostering a welcoming environment where everyone can let loose, move freely, and fall in love with fitness through dance! Pearl teaches every Saturday at 4:30 pm in our studio, come dance with her!

Originally from Ontario, Dr. Victoria Sharko spent 5 years out East receiving her Bachelor of Science in Biology and working at a retirement living facility before returning to Toronto. Dr. Sharko now holds a Doctor of Chiropractic from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College.

Treatments with Dr. Sharko may include a combination of soft tissue therapy, clinical acupuncture, modern cupping therapy, laser therapy, joint manipulations and mobilizations, and activator technique. Her approach encompasses a total body view of health from physical to mental well-being with the goal of helping her patients understand their body and the conditions they present with.

Dr. Sharko is lovingly known to our studio as Victoria who teaches Inferno Hot Pilates on Sundays. She can be found frequently enjoying classes and connecting with students. In her spare time, she also partakes in bouldering, hiking, and four-wheeling. When she is not being active, she can be found enjoying a multitude of different novels and spending time with her cat “Ace”.