Welcome

Meet Shawna Z

Hi, I’m Shawna — the founder of the Wine & Yoga Club and the creator of the B.A.L.A.N.C.E. program, a philosophy and lifestyle I developed to help women live well, feel aligned, and show up for themselves without the pressure to be perfect.

I’m a certified personal yoga trainer, community builder, and forward-thinking wellness advocate with a passion for helping women feel grounded, connected, and empowered. I believe deeply that self-care shouldn’t feel like another task on your to-do list — it should be something you look forward to.

  • My work is about creating spaces where women can reconnect with their bodies, nurture their minds, and be surrounded by others who truly get it. Whether it's a cozy restorative class, a private in-home yoga session, or a full-on retreat with wine and good food — everything I offer is rooted in joy, embodiment, and connection.

    I started the Wine & Yoga Club to bring like-minded women together in ways that feel welcoming, fun, and meaningful. You don’t need to be flexible or “fit” to be here — just open to showing up as you are.

    If you’re ready to explore a more balanced way of living, connect with amazing women, and give yourself permission to enjoy the ride, then you’re in the right place.

    Let’s raise a glass, roll out a mat, and celebrate this beautiful, imperfect journey — together.

My Philosophy

Life is short.  Eat the chocolate, drink the wine.  Balance that with a healthy dose of wellness habits.

How The Club Got Started

Wine & Yoga began the way many meaningful things do — with a moment of clarity, a bold decision, and a room full of women who were ready for something different.

After earning degrees in law and psychology, Shawna Z stepped away from the academic path to raise her three boys. But when it came time to reimagine her next chapter, she found herself drawn to the practice that had quietly carried her through the chaos of motherhood: yoga.

Yoga had become her lifeline — a way to reconnect to her body, her breath, and herself. And she knew other women needed that same space. So, instead of easing into teaching, Shawna did what she does best — she went big. Her very first public class was a Wine & Yoga event held at the Heartland Café in Okotoks. It sold out. The space buzzed with warmth, laughter, and the kind of energy that can only happen when women feel safe, seen, and connected.

  • From that one class, the community began to grow. What started as Yoga with Shawna quickly evolved into Gypsy Souls Yoga & Life — a name lovingly coined by her friends, who saw in her the true spirit of a gypsy soul: free, soulful, rooted in movement and meaning.

    But when an outside equity group challenged her use of the name and targeted her online, Shawna faced a crossroads. For a moment, she considered walking away from it all. But her students — the women who had found something special in her classes — refused to let her quit. Their overwhelming support gave her the courage to rise above the noise and come back stronger.

    She took her most popular, joy-filled offering and gave it a new name — one rooted in community, play, and purpose:
    The Wine & Yoga Club.

    From there, things only grew. More events. More conversations. More women discovering that balance didn’t have to be perfect, wellness didn’t have to be rigid, and connection could be the most healing practice of all.

    Later, Shawna developed her signature B.A.L.A.N.C.E. framework — a lifestyle philosophy born from the same questions women kept asking her:
    “How do you stay so grounded? How do you do it all and still seem happy?”
     She realized she wasn’t just teaching yoga anymore. She was helping women create lives that felt like theirs again — joyful, personal, and rooted in something real.

What We Do

At Wine & Yoga, we create empowering wellness experiences that help women reconnect with their bodies, nurture their minds, and build real, lasting connections — all without the pressure to be perfect. Through yoga, retreats, and soul-nourishing events, we support women in living balanced, aligned lives where self-care feels joyful, intentional, and deeply personal.

We believe that wellness should feel good, that community is essential, and that balance is something we build together — one breath, one step, one meaningful moment at a time.

Retreats

Unplug from the chaos and reconnect with yourself. Our retreats are soulful, rejuvenating getaways designed to help you move, rest, laugh, and realign — all in stunning natural settings, surrounded by women who get it.

Social Events

Yoga, connection, and maybe a splash of wine — our signature social events are your invitation to move your body, nourish your mind, and fill your cup in more ways than one.

In Person Classes

Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or brand new to the mat, our welcoming in-person classes offer space to breathe, move, and feel at home in your body. No pressure, no judgment — just you, showing up as you are.

Pre-recorded Classes

Wellness on your time. Access our library of on-demand yoga classes anytime, anywhere. Perfect for busy days, quiet evenings, and everything in between.

Our Philosphy

We believe wellness should feel like something you get to do, not something you have to earn. True balance means making space for what nourishes your body, your mind, and your spirit — without guilt, shame, or pressure.

Our Mission

Our mission is to empower women to live with balance, connection, and intention — through yoga, community, and soul-nourishing experiences — all in a way that feels joyful, personal, and guilt-free.

Our Vission

We envision a world where women are deeply connected — to their bodies, their truth, and each other — and where self-care is lived, celebrated, and never questioned.