Maria Lourdes Chan
Summary
Dedicated and passionate yoga teacher with over a decade of experience in various styles of yoga.
Proven ability to create a supportive and challenging environment that promotes physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Committed to uplifting individuals through mindful practices and personalized instruction.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Managing Director
Casa Maria Pte Ltd
08.2023 - Current
- Established a welcoming and inclusive environment for students of all skill levels, fostering community growth.
- Instructed students in breathing, meditation and yoga poses to improve strength and flexibility.
- Planned, set up and led yoga classes for beginner through advanced practitioners.
- Tailored each yoga session according to the specific goals, abilities, and preferences of individual students or groups.
- Guided students toward achieving proper alignment, form, and breath control through clear verbal cues and hands-on adjustments when necessary.
- Empowered clients on their wellness journeys by sharing personal experiences and insights about the transformative power of consistent yoga practice.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent communication, addressing concerns, and offering support throughout their yoga journey.
- Expanded knowledge of anatomy, alignment principles, and sequencing through continuous education and professional development opportunities.
- Enhanced student flexibility and strength by incorporating diverse yoga styles into class sessions.
- Delivered professional yoga classes and motivated students to attain personal goals.
- Built connections with students to increase comfort with class and encourage return visits.
- Increased student retention by providing personalized attention, adjustments, and modifications to suit individual needs.
- Developed and maintained consistent communication with students by engaging in conversation before and after classes.
- Oversaw operations and provided corrective feedback to achieve daily and long-term goals.
- Strengthened client relationships with regular communication, timely project delivery, and high-quality services.
Bikram Yoga Instructor
Hom Yoga
08.2017 - 01.2024
- Cultivated a welcoming environment for new participants, resulting in higher retention rates.
- Coordinated with other instructors for seamless transitions between class schedules while maintaining timeliness and professionalism.
- Received positive feedback from clients on class structure and teaching style, leading to increased word-of-mouth referrals.
- Coached clients on proper alignment and technique during class sessions, reducing the risk of injury and maximizing potential benefits.
- Offered one-on-one or small-group instruction for students needing additional attention and support.
- Led interactive workshop empowering yoga students to deepen their practice
- Facilitated yoga workshop focused on mindful practice and self-awareness
- Taught educational workshop to enhance yoga students' understanding and connection to their practice
Private Yoga Teacher
Self Employed
09.2016 - 07.2023
- Supported the overall development of students with special needs through adaptive physical education programming.
- Educated on health and wellness education to help students develop holistic understanding and incorporate in everyday life.
- Conveyed health and well-being concepts beyond physical fitness.
- Utilized knowledge of biology, anatomy, and kinesiology to design safe and effective exercises.
- Motivated participants through one-on-one instruction and positive feedback.
- Delivered fun and motivating group fitness classes designed to improve overall health and fitness levels.
- Encouraged participants to stay motivated and reach fitness goals.
- Created comprehensive fitness programs tailored to needs and goals of each individual.
- Used music to motivate and energize classes.
- Counseled participants on nutrition to help reach fitness goals.
Founder
Bikram Yoga Katong
11.2013 - 09.2016
- Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
- Increased company growth by developing and implementing innovative business strategies.
- Implemented effective marketing campaigns to increase brand recognition and attract new customers.
- Mentored employees for professional growth, promoting a culture of learning within the organization.
- Leveraged social media platforms for targeted advertising campaigns that boosted online visibility and brand awareness.
- Promoted fitness classes to boost yoga attendance.
- Utilized effective record-keeping system for tracking customer information. Ie, MindBody app
- Conducted classes worldwide, including locations such as New York, Hawaii, Japan & South East Asia.
Yoga Teacher
True Yoga
06.2010 - 10.2013
- Built connections with students to increase comfort with class and encourage return visits.
- Incorporated safety, fun and creativity in lesson design and application.
- Created relaxing ambience and protected students from distraction during Hot yoga classes.
- Improved overall customer satisfaction by addressing any concerns or feedback promptly, making necessary adjustments to enhance the studio experience.
- Contributed to studio cleanliness, ensuring a comfortable space for practice by maintaining equipment and organizing storage areas daily.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients through attentive listening and empathy, encouraging long-term commitment to their practice.
- Ensured safety during classes by clearly demonstrating proper alignment and modifications when necessary.
- Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Indiana University
Indiana 12-2006
Diploma - Psychology
American Institute of Arts & Sciences
Singapore, Singapore12-2002
Skills
- Proficient in Human Anatomy
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience in international teaching and workshops
- Ability to motivate and inspire students to reach their full potential
- Client relationships
- Mentoring and training
- Coaching and motivating
- Pose modifications
- Strong teaching presence
- Teaching forms and techniques
- Continuing education commitment
- Nutrition advisory
- Workshop facilitation
- Alignment principles expertise
Accomplishments
In 2013, featured in Singapore Today’s Online
In 2014, featured in Shape Magazine and Marie France Asia
In 2015, won the Shape Sports Award for the most beginner-friendly yoga class. This award and a writeup on my studio led to Bikram yoga being published in SPH magazines in 2015.
In 2019, there was a 4 page write up about me in Muse Singapore magazine
In August 2020, special commemorative issue of Muse Singapore magazine
In 2024, personal feature in Her World Magazine
in 2025, led Yoga classes at Raffles Hospital for International Women's Day
Certification
2010: Teacher’s Certification from the Bikram’s Yoga College of India;
2011: Diploma in Hatha Yoga (International Hatha Yoga Teacher Training Course);
2012: Certificate of Completion in the International Institute of Yogic Science & Tatva
Yoga International (Yoga Alliance Registered Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training Course);
2018: Qualified in the Alpha Alignment Diploma Course
2019: Certificate for qualification for Yin Yoga Teacher Training (Chinese Medicine,
Meridian Nidra and Hip Anatomy); and
2020: Certificate in Lactation Breast Massage.
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Chinese (Mandarin)
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Elementary (A2)
Japanese
Beginner (A1)
Timeline
Managing Director
Casa Maria Pte Ltd
08.2023 - Current
Bikram Yoga Instructor
Hom Yoga
08.2017 - 01.2024
Private Yoga Teacher
Self Employed
09.2016 - 07.2023
Founder
Bikram Yoga Katong
11.2013 - 09.2016
Yoga Teacher
True Yoga
06.2010 - 10.2013
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Indiana University
Diploma - Psychology
American Institute of Arts & Sciences
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