WARRIOR SPIRIT DAY CONFERENCE
GRIT & GRACE
Nita Lake Lodge, Whistler, BC, Canada
JUNE 21, 2026
A Day Of Resilience, Courage and Unwavering Self-Belief
Join us in the heart of beautiful British Columbia for a powerful, one-day gathering in honour of International Yoga Day and National Indigenous Peoples Day.
The Warrior Spirit Day Conference is an immersive experience rooted in grit and grace—a mindset that calls us into resilience, courage, and deep self-trust.
This is more than a conference—it is a day of connection, reflection, and remembrance. A weaving together of teachings, practices, and community.
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What To Expect
Throughout the day, we will move through a rich and intentional blend of practices designed to awaken, ground, and inspire:
- Land blessings & honouring ceremony
- Yoga asana
- Breathwork
- Chakra meditation
- Restorative practice with pan drum
- Drum circle & storytelling
- Smudging ceremony
- Art therapy & creative exploration
Each offering is thoughtfully curated to support a deeper connection—to self, to community, and to the land.
MEET YOUR FACILITATORS
Tina Pashumati
Founder Of Loka Yoga & Walking With Giants Bear Protector
A long-time Whistler local, Ashtanga Therapeutics teacher, and devoted activist for the protection of bears and all beings. Tina works closely with Indigenous Elders to help reclaim and honour ancient teachings, weaving yoga psychology into the modern world.
Ryan Leier
Talented educator and visionary behind One Yoga.
A respected Canadian teacher, educator, and community builder. Ryan’s work extends far beyond the mat, inspiring conscious action and meaningful impact. He is the founder of One Yoga, built from the grassroots.
Dani Hebert
Co-owner of One Yoga.
Dani lives her practice as a continual unfolding—student, guide, and creator. As a teacher and mother, she blends movement, breath, and creativity to cultivate spaces of authenticity, presence, and depth.
Sylvia Shanoss (Mumsie)
A member of the Samahquam First Nation, part of the Stl'atl'imx Nation. Sylvia shares powerful teachings through storytelling and drumming, carrying forward cultural traditions rooted in connection, relationship, and lived wisdom—reminding us that we are all related.
 The Warrior Spirit is not about force—it is about presence.
It is the quiet strength that allows us to stand steady.
The courage to stay open.
The resilience to keep returning.
Through this day, we honour both the inner warrior and the gentle grace that guides it.
details
Date:Â June 21, 2026
Time: 7am - 5pm
Location:Â Nita Lake Lodge, Whistler, BC, Canada.Â
Nita Lake lodge is a tranquil eco haven just 10 minutes from the centre of Whistler village and it’s mountains. Forest trees surround the peaceful studio and all should you choose to stay at Nita lake all the rooms are designed to take advantage of the natural setting the lake and the green views.
Daily Schedule
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7:00 AM – 8:30 AM
Opening Jivamukti Practice & Land Blessing
with Tina Pashumati
8:30 AM – 9:00 AM
Indigenous Water Blessing Meditation
with Tina Pashumati
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Break
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Special Practice
with Ryan Leier
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Pranayama
with Ryan Leier
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12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Lunch Break (Optional lunch at Nita Lake Lodge – additional cost)
1:15 PM – 2:30 PM
Land Blessing, Intentional Smudging & Traditional Plant Teachings
Reflections of the Land, Water Blessing, Chakra Meditation & Chanting
with Mumsie (Sylvia Shanoss)
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Art Therapy Session
with Dani Herbert
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Closing Drum Circle & Chanting
with Mumsie, Tina, Ryan & Dani
Join Us
 This will be a very special and intimate gathering—a day to pause, listen, and reconnect.
Step into the rhythm of the day.
Reconnect with your spirit.
Remember your strength.
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