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Randi Russel | she/her
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Her Story:
Randi was born and raised on her ancestral and unceded Ts'msyen Territory and comes from the communities of Lax Kw'alaams (Place of Wild Roses) and Lach Klan (Place from the Sea). Her crest is Ganhada (Raven) and she currently resides in the small community of Lax Kxeen (Prince Rupert).
Randi is studying Indigenous Holistic Wellness & Addictions and is an Indigenous Doula and a former healthcare worker. Randi is Co-Owner and Founder of Oots'n Reconnection which aims to connect Indigenous youth and families to the Natural world while promoting wellbeing and self-efficacy.
As well as being passionate about health, wellness, and remaining true to her Indigeneity, Randi enjoys exploring her creative outlets and spending time with her husband and two dogs; Murphy & Milo.
Her Background:
Randi was first introduced to Yoga as a teen and she began practicing more regularly while in University to reduce anxiety. Randi's practice has evolved through a process of self-discovery and instructor guides to help cope with chronic pain and reduce stress (following a low back injury). Randi is a lifelong learner and seeks to honour the needs of self & others while incorporating Indigenous Ways of Knowing.
Her Teaching Style:
Preferred styles of teaching are Restorative or Yin Style classes which are intended for EVERYBODY to explore and create space.
Randi' s intention is to lead a gentle nourishing practice connecting body, mind, spirit to the present so learners can find their inner calm. Learners can expect to be guided through gentle practice designed to welcome them into their body through breathwork and invitational language.. Randi operates from a place of community minded spirit and respect.
Yoga Teacher Training:
Randi completed her 200 Hr YTT with a focus on Trauma-Informed Yoga Principles and Psychology at Canmore Counselling's Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology School, in July 2020, and is Yoga Alliance Registered.
Randi was born and raised on her ancestral and unceded Ts'msyen Territory and comes from the communities of Lax Kw'alaams (Place of Wild Roses) and Lach Klan (Place from the Sea). Her crest is Ganhada (Raven) and she currently resides in the small community of Lax Kxeen (Prince Rupert).
Randi is studying Indigenous Holistic Wellness & Addictions and is an Indigenous Doula and a former healthcare worker. Randi is Co-Owner and Founder of Oots'n Reconnection which aims to connect Indigenous youth and families to the Natural world while promoting wellbeing and self-efficacy.
As well as being passionate about health, wellness, and remaining true to her Indigeneity, Randi enjoys exploring her creative outlets and spending time with her husband and two dogs; Murphy & Milo.
Her Background:
Randi was first introduced to Yoga as a teen and she began practicing more regularly while in University to reduce anxiety. Randi's practice has evolved through a process of self-discovery and instructor guides to help cope with chronic pain and reduce stress (following a low back injury). Randi is a lifelong learner and seeks to honour the needs of self & others while incorporating Indigenous Ways of Knowing.
Her Teaching Style:
Preferred styles of teaching are Restorative or Yin Style classes which are intended for EVERYBODY to explore and create space.
Randi' s intention is to lead a gentle nourishing practice connecting body, mind, spirit to the present so learners can find their inner calm. Learners can expect to be guided through gentle practice designed to welcome them into their body through breathwork and invitational language.. Randi operates from a place of community minded spirit and respect.
Yoga Teacher Training:
Randi completed her 200 Hr YTT with a focus on Trauma-Informed Yoga Principles and Psychology at Canmore Counselling's Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology School, in July 2020, and is Yoga Alliance Registered.
Dr. Melissa Jay is an Indigenous, nehiyaw-Métis member of the Métis Nation of Alberta. The primary location of Canmore Counselling and Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology School is located in Chuwapchipchiyan Kudi Bi (translated from Îyârhe Nakoda as “shooting at the willows”), colonially known as Canmore. We are grateful to be located on Treaty 7 territory and the current and ancestral lands of the Îyârhe Nakoda (Stoney Nakoda), which includes of the Bearspaw First Nation, Chiniki First Nation, and Goodstoney First Nation, as well as the Tsuut’ina First Nation and the Blackfoot Confederacy, including the Siksika First Nation, Piikani First Nation, and Kainai First Nation. This is also the home to the Rocky View Métis District 4 within the Battle River Territory. We recognize all Nations who continue to nurture these lands, and we are dedicated to uplifting Truth, language, and culture as essential to right relations. As an act of reconciliation and commitment to decolonization, we are committed to the TRC's Calls to Action.
At Canmore Counselling, we are also privileged to be yoga students, practitioners, and guides. Our offerings centre on the root of yoga as Indigenous to South Asia, and we are grateful to learn from and amplify the South Asian practitioners and teachers whenever possible. We are grateful for the eight limbs of yoga, as taught by Patanjali. It is a joy to walk alongside our incredible alumni of the Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology School as they create opportunities for care, connection & curiosity within their communities.
We believe wholeheartedly that trauma-informed care requires commitment to community, social justice, decolonization, anti-oppression, and anti-racism. Thank you for being here :)
At Canmore Counselling, we are also privileged to be yoga students, practitioners, and guides. Our offerings centre on the root of yoga as Indigenous to South Asia, and we are grateful to learn from and amplify the South Asian practitioners and teachers whenever possible. We are grateful for the eight limbs of yoga, as taught by Patanjali. It is a joy to walk alongside our incredible alumni of the Trauma-Informed Yoga Psychology School as they create opportunities for care, connection & curiosity within their communities.
We believe wholeheartedly that trauma-informed care requires commitment to community, social justice, decolonization, anti-oppression, and anti-racism. Thank you for being here :)