Patricia Low has been with Westcoast Hot Yoga since April 2007 and is a regular at both White Rock and Yaletown locations. In White Rock she teaches exclusively on Friday mornings at the 9:30 and noon classes.

Questions & Answers:

What styles of Yoga have you practiced, and who were the teachers who made a difference in your practice?
PL: My foundation is in Iyengar Yoga. I have practiced Power, Hatha, Iyengar, Hot Yoga and Yin Yoga. The teachers that have made a difference in my practice include SHIRLEY DAVENTRY-FRENCH, TED GRAND, BIKRAM CHOUDHURY, and my students.

How long have you been teaching?
PL: I have been teaching for 4 years.

What does Yoga mean to you?
PL: Yoga has literally changed my life. I went from a stressed-out banker to a yoga teacher, and am now a student of Traditional Chinese Medicine. When I think about the word "Yoga", it means Freedom, Happiness, Love, Contentment, Health, Relaxation, Peace & most importantly, it completes my life. "Just Breathe"

What is your personal mission statement?
PL: I dedicate my life to the creation of Health in self, community and ultimately in the world through Yoga, and Traditional Chinese Medicine.

What advice would you give to your students?
PL: The best advice I could give to my students would be to remember that things are impermanent, and that everything in life happens for a reason. Listen to your body, and don't sweat the small stuff.