Our Team
The Den is starting as a family-run studio.
We’ve put our sincere love into its creation and operation.
We are so happy to welcome you!
Sarah Tomkins
Our Owner & Head Instructor.
Sarah has been an avid practitioner of yoga, movement, and meditation since 2002 and teaching since 2016. She has trained in multiple styles of yoga, movement, and mindfulness over the years, and now focuses on sustainable and innovative practices rooted in both ancient wisdom and cutting-edge research. Sarah’s specializations include joint health, sustainable movement, maternal and pelvic health, and trauma-informed yoga and mindfulness.
For more information about Sarah, visit sarahtomkins.com.
Claire de Poray
Our Ballet Instructor.
Claire is our incredible Instructor for the BALLET FOR YOUNG DANCERS classes, and she’s one of Sarah’s beloved daughters. Claire has been passionate and dedicated to her dance training and practice since she was 4 years old! She has trained in Ballet, Tap, Acro, and Character in Southern Ontario before moving to the NWT. She intends to pursue a double degree in Primary Education and Dance Education following her graduation from high school in 3 years. When she’s not teaching ballet at The Den, she’s contributing to her school community, providing her babysitting and tutuoring services, and spending time with her family and friends.
Gord Rothnie
Our Studio Support.
Gord is the heavy lifter that gets things done at The Den, and he is Sarah’s adored man. Gord is one of the owners of NSIXTY and a well-respected member of the Fort Smith community. Gord championed our vision of The Den and is a central reason for its beautiful fruition. Not only will he be seen keeping The Den in good shape, but he’ll also be working on his own movement and wellness right alongside you in studio.
