Fraser Valley’s Female Wellness Founders: Inside the Rise of Yoga Studios & Life Coaching Spaces
Women are turning Fraser Valley into a growing hub for yoga, coaching, and healing—building safe, supportive spaces for growth, rest, and purpose.
A Growing Wellness Scene Led by Women
In Fraser Valley, a quiet wellness shift is happening. A group of women are leading the way—opening yoga studios, starting life coaching businesses, and creating healing spaces that offer more than just workouts or advice.
Across towns like Abbotsford, Langley, and Chilliwack, these wellness spaces are designed to help people slow down, connect, and care for themselves.
“Yoga isn’t just fitness here,” says Sasha McNeill, owner of Rooted Flow Studio in Langley. “It’s a space where women come to rest, reset, and feel safe.”
Why Many Women Are Choosing This Path
For many of these founders, the decision to open a studio or start a coaching business came after a hard personal season—often tied to burnout, stress, or health issues.
Jessica Tran, once a marketing executive in Surrey, left her fast-paced job after facing anxiety and depression. She later trained as a coach and opened The Shift Lab, a calm space focused on healing, growth, and connection.
“I didn’t set out to start a company,” says Tran. “I needed to heal myself—and then I wanted to help others do the same.”
This is a common story among Fraser Valley’s women in wellness. Many are mothers, caregivers, or former professionals who’ve shifted their lives and are now helping others do the same.
What these spaces often offer:
- Gentle, trauma-aware yoga and coaching
- In-person and virtual sessions
- A focus on real connection and safety
- Sliding-scale pricing and flexible options
The Impact: What Locals Are Saying
Since the pandemic, more people are looking for ways to feel better—not just physically, but emotionally. According to StatsCan, nearly 1 in 3 Canadians feel more stressed or burnt out than before COVID-19.
That’s why these small wellness spaces are becoming more popular. Studios like Lotus Rising Collective in Mission are known not just for yoga, but for offering warmth, calm, and community.
“It’s the only place I go where I can really breathe,” says Maya R., a nurse and regular visitor.
Still, it’s not always easy for these business owners. High rent, long hours, and emotional labor can lead to stress for the founders themselves. Many are learning to care for their own well-being while running their spaces.
What’s Next: More Teamwork, Less Competition
Looking ahead, Fraser Valley’s wellness leaders are focusing on working together. That means shared studio spaces, group events, and teaming up for retreats or workshops.
More coaches and studio owners are also making services easier to access—offering lower prices, online classes, and programs for people who may not usually afford wellness support.
Groups like the Canadian Women’s Foundation have shared how women tend to build businesses that put people and community first—and Fraser Valley is a strong example of that.
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Final Thought: Healing That Starts with Connection
These founders aren’t just teaching yoga or giving advice. They’re creating places for people to heal, rest, and grow together.
If you live nearby, visit one of these local studios or coaching spaces. You’ll likely find more than a class—you’ll find a kind of community that’s been missing.
