Our Story
We are built on community, love, experience, and strong foundations. This is a place where everyone is welcomed with respect, open hearts and open minds.
Located in the heart of downtown Fort McMurray, Exhale Yoga & Barre offers a variety of classes including Yoga, Barre, Pilates, Meditation & Fitness, from absolute beginner to advanced.
Our vision was created with intention, and those core intentions are simple. Kindness to all; Freedom of the heart, body & mind; Growth of breath & physical limits; And emotional & spiritual depth. Having a healthy studio setting in life is a gift, and that is what Exhale Yoga & Barre commits to providing. We are built on community, love, experience, and strong foundations. We are about compassion, courtesy, commitment and connection. This is a place where everyone is welcomed with respect, open hearts and open minds.
Helen Killorn
STUDIO DIRECTOR, Yoga / Barre / Pilates
YMM MAGAZINE’S 2021 TOP 50 UNDER 50
Yoga is, and should be, an inviting space to everyone, regardless of size, shape, race, gender, ability, sexual orientation or religious affiliation. The word “Yoga” means union and connection, it is meant to be inclusionary. At Exhale Yoga & Barre, we welcome all practitioners, honor these differences, and celebrate the diversity and uniqueness of our community. Whether you come for the physical practice, spiritual awakening, emotional growth or intellectual refinement, we are here to encourage and inspire you.
Our aspiration is that individually and collectively, we will begin to see more clearly, to choose more wisely, and to love more fully. We believe Exhale is a special place, where we come together to slow down and reconnect to the deeper peace within. We come to our mats knowing that our community is strong and kind, and that there is always space for another.
Sending Love & Light
— Helen
Awards & Recognition
Fort McMurray Chamber Of Commerce 2021 Emerging Entrepreneur Award
Awarded for demonstrating bravery by opening through a global pandemic, while also being sustainable in nature & show growth potential
Pride YMM 2021 Business Leadership Award
Awarded to a Business Ally for outstanding commitment to the LGBTQ2S+ community in Fort McMurray
YMM Magazine’s 2021 Best Of YMM - Best Online Program & Service
Awarded for our work in the virtual world offering livestream classes & our on demand platform
“Love the classes! Love the environment! Love the people! I can’t say enough good things about Exhale. Thank you for creating this amazing community!”
— Rachelle S.
Become a Studio Ambassador
Are YOU our next Studio Ambassador?!
We are all about creating connection; physically, emotionally, socially & spiritually – and our Studio Ambassadors are the keystone to creating these connections beyond our studio walls. They are leaders in our community and passionate about uplifting others to their greatest possibility through movement, presence, and self-discovery. They have experienced what is possible through a consistent practice and introduce others so that they may experience the same.
Our Ambassadors are Exhale Yoga & Barre members who are creating change in our community by taking the practices and principles of yoga off of the mat and into their lives, elevating and inspiring themselves and those around them. They are a reflection of ourselves, helping us continually grow, evolve and continue to rise to the next level through their feedback and support. If this sounds like YOU then drop us a line to learn more & begin the application process. Hope to hear from you soon!