SUNNY SPACE STUDIO

Your daily dose of vitamin D

Welcome to your

new happy place ㋡ 

Sunny Space Studio brings Pilates into a new era - think bright, funky, and fun. We mix Pilates with strength training principles to maximize results and amplify the burn.

All our classes follow a strict framework designed to challenge you and keep you on track to see real progress. With expert instructors and a maximum of 12 people per class, you’ll get the attention, guidance, and quality you deserve.

MEET SUNSHINE IN HUMAN FORM

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    Cassie Clarke

    FOUNDER / INSTRUCTOR

    Meet Cassie, the founder of Sunny Space Studio! She fell in love with Pilates while living in Australia where she earned her Pilates certification through the Australian Institute of Physiotherapy and Pilates. She loves incorporating strength-focused principles into her classes and seeing members who have never lifted before build confidence with heavier springs and dumbbells. Her goal is to create a space where people feel strong, supported, and continually challenged in their movement.

    COFFEE ORDER: Oat flat white

    FAV PILATES EXERCISE: Any lunge

    SOMETHING SHE SAYS TOO MUCH: Annnnd pulse!

    SONG ON REPEAT: Shoop - Salt-N-Peppa

  • A smiling young man with dark hair, wearing a white t-shirt and dark shorts, standing with arms crossed in a bright, modern workspace with Pilates reformers in the background.

    Henry Gill

    MARKETING DIRECTOR

    Henry was born in Australia and moved to Canada in 2022. He graduated from Flinders University with degrees in Law and Marketing. Hen has been instrumental in growing Sunny Space into what it is today. His knowledge in marketing and creative direction has allowed us to establish a strong brand presence and loyal following. If you know Hen, you'll know that he loves a good chat and game of pickleball.

    COFFEE ORDER: Long black

    FAV PILATES EXERCISE: Slide lying glutes

    SOMETHING HE SAYS TOO MUCH: Do you reckon?

    SONG ON REPEAT: Innerbloom - Rüfüs Du Sol

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    Liv McCorkindale

    INSTRUCTOR

    Liv is a Pilates instructor and online fitness and nutrition coach from Queenstown, New Zealand. She earned her Pilates certification through Breathe Education. With a background as a Personal Trainer and a passion for training glutes, her style focuses on building strength and muscle in a controlled yet challenging environment. You’ll burn, you might cry, but don’t worry—her stellar music choices will get you by!

    COFFEE ORDER: Iced strawberry match

    FAV PILATES EXERCISE: Any lunge

    SOMETHING SHE SAYS TOO MUCH: 10 to go!

    SONG ON REPEAT: Anything - Taylor Swift

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    Rhiana Nelson

    INSTRUCTOR

    Rhiana evokes a spiritual practice in her Pilates sessions. With a background in body rehabilitation at NeuMovement and a passion for invigorating both the body and mind through movement, she aims to find a balance between restoration and awakening. Expect balance, breath, challenge, and a strong focus on the mind-body connection.

    COFFEE ORDER: 1/2 match 1/2 chai latte (made with soy)

    FAV PILATES EXERCISE: Leg circles

    SOMETHING SHE SAYS TOO MUCH: Beauuutiful!

    SONG ON REPEAT: Cruise - ROYA

  • Woman with curly hair and tattoos smiling while using a Pilates reformer machine in a fitness studio.

    Mikaela Guemos

    INSTRUCTOR / FRONT DESK

    Mik’s love for endurance sports sparked her passion for Pilates, a practice she values for its precision and ability to enhance strength, flexibility, and body awareness. Certified through Breathe Education, Mik has found Pilates to be the perfect complement to her running and cycling pursuits. Around the studio, she’s always learning, growing, and connecting with members.

    COFFEE ORDER: Iced almond latte

    FAV PILATES EXERCISE: Leg circles in straps

    SOMETHING SHE SAYS TOO MUCH: I’m just having the absolute best time

    SONG ON REPEAT: Nothing Matters - The Last Dinner Party

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    Maral Zahedi

    INSTRUCTOR / FRONT DESK

    Maral discovered Pilates a couple years ago and instantly fell in love. As someone who used to be an avid gym-goer, Pilates brought her a sense of inner peace and connection with her body. She recently completed her teacher training with Club Pilates and is now excited to help others discover the strength and growth that drew her in.

    COFFEE ORDER: Chai latte with a shot of vanilla

    FAV PILATES EXERCISE: Mermaid

    SOMETHING SHE SAYS TOO MUCH - Perfect

    SONG ON REPEAT: Beautiful - Mariah Carey ft. Miguel

  • A smiling young woman with long blonde hair, wearing a black sleeveless top and light-colored pants, standing with arms crossed inside a modern indoor space with large windows and green and yellow walls.

    Denae Zink

    FRONT DESK/FUTURE INSTRUCTOR

    Denae’s journey with Pilates began during her post-op ACL rehabilitation, where the controlled movements helped her regain the strength and stability needed to return to the activities she loves, including running, hiking, swimming, and skiing. Now studying Human Kinetics at UBCO with a focus on health promotion, she is passionate about helping others discover the transformative benefits of movement in their own lives. Denae is currently working toward her Pilates certification through Breathe Education.

    COFFEE ORDER: Honey almond latte (hot or iced)

    FAV PILATES EXERCISE: Any bridge sequence

    SOMETHING SHE SAYS TOO MUCH: That’s cuuuute!

    SONG ON REPEAT: Commas - Ayra Starr

“Such an amazing studio. The instructors are so welcoming and knowledgeable, makes you feel so comfortable and taken care of. So much variety for classes and the workouts are always amazing! ”

— L C

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Pilates Allegro reformer machines in a modern fitness studio with natural light, mirror, and plants.
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A woman in a workout studio performing a plank on Pilates reformer equipment.
Group fitness class in a Pilates studio with women on reformer machines doing leg lifts, instructor demonstrating an exercise near large windows.