Nestled into the South East shore of Lake Okanagan is the heart of the Naramata Village.  With fragrant sage and lavender fields, the quaint village is a designated Cittaslow community.  Reflecting the communal goals of the slow movement, quality of living is improved by slowing down the overall pace and flow of life.  The topography is reminiscent of a Mediterranean landscape with sun dappled hills and lush vineyards.  Visitors and residents alike enjoy wine tours, beaches, festivals, hiking, cycling the KVR, farmer's markets, and Naramata Yoga.

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     Jennifer Kanazawa was raised in the Okanagan Valley.  Her background in trauma informed wholistic healing began at the age of 13 with Jeet Kune Do and the Filipino Martial Arts, which later flourished into self defence workshops for women and group class facilitation at the age of 18.  In 1999 Jennifer began walking the yogic path.  She is an ERYT-200 Yoga Alliance certified instructor who has been blessed to teach practices of Gitananda Nada Yoga by Yogacharya Dr. Ananda Balayogi Bhavanani, Yin Yoga by Bernie Clark, and Hatha Yoga by Mugs of the South Okanagan Yoga Academy.

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     Jennifer's approach to teaching is reflective of her martial arts background. The strengths and skill set of each individual is unique to themselves.  In celebrating the diverse nature of oneness, each person's extraordinary essence can be revealed.  From her perspective, the knowledge that has been passed down to her is the perfect vessel for self-transformation and spiritual growth.