The Homegrown Team
Hannah Etlin-Stein (she/her)
Hannah is the founder and owner of Homegrown Fitness!
She is a strength and conditioning coach, Pilates instructor, RMT and Birth Doula who brings a deep understanding of movement and a sharp eye for detail to every class.
Hannah’s teaching has been informed by both her academic backround as well as her vast experience with moving bodies. She holds a master’s degree in dance science (yup, that’s a thing!) and has over a decade of experience training folks of all ages and varying skill levels and abilities including elite athletes, professional dancers, older adults and those in the perinatal season of life. Hannah in passionate about helping you build strength in a way that is fun, accessible and feels good for your body
To Hannah, strength training isn’t just about lifting weights—it’s about moving in community, feeling strong and capable in your life, and knowing you’re building strong bodies that can carry you through your very demanding life.
Megan Jones (she/her)
Megan is a strength coach and Pilates instructor who is passionate about helping people build physical and mental strength through joyful practices.
Her classes focus on moving intentionally, exploring options that meet you where you are, and opportunities to challenge yourself compassionately.
Expect to deepen your mind-body connection with some giggles along the way. In between sets, talk to Megan about softball, books, your new favourite song, and breakfast sandwiches.
Lindsay Kinzinger (she/her)
Lindsay is passionate about creating classes for her clients to feel challenged and supported while exploring all kinds of movement, whether it’s working on mobility & flexibility, building strength, better balance or cardiovascular health goals.
As well as offering personal training, Lindsay has had a lengthy career as a Pilates instructor and continues to use her Pilates knowledge within all movement modalities she explores.
Her favourite thing about being a teacher of movement is connecting with people and continuously learning new ways to adapt and work with her clients individual goals and needs.
Lindsay can’t wait to meet you !
Taranee Herrera Ponjani (she/her)
Taranee is a Tamil and Filipina movement artist living in Toronto.
Her love for movement began at seven years old when her childhood friend, Justine, introduced her to gymnastics. They spent hours at the park practicing cartwheels, handstands, and bridges while their brothers played baseball—and just like that, Taranee discovered that life simply felt better upside down.
Over the years, movement became more than just play; it became a way to express herself. Growing up in a Southeast Asian household where taking up space wasn’t always easy, movement became her way of doing just that—showing up fully, feeling empowered, and connecting with others through shared experience.
With a degree in Health Studies and certifications across various movement and mindfulness practices, Taranee now teaches Acro, Handbalancing, Yoga, Pilates, and Strength training. She blends her love for movement, mindfulness, and community care to create spaces that feel inclusive and nourishing—where people can safely explore their edges while honoring their bodies.
Taranee is fascinated by the ways movement can support mental health and bring people together. She believes that even the smallest intention—like reconnecting with your body—can deepen your relationship with yourself and those around you. More than anything, she feels grateful for the privilege of holding space for others to explore, move, and grow!
Mara Wright (she/her)
Yoga, to Mara, is a daily practice of being present in the now, and meeting ourselves where we are. Mara believes in the value of slowing down, to cultivate strength, and awareness between the mind and body.
With a passion for dance and music, Mara’s classes have a rhythmic flow.
Mara has been teaching since 2011. She is a graduate of the 200 hour, 300 hour, and restorative teacher training,
and Pre and Postnatal Yoga Teacher Training. Mara is also a mother, Holistic Nutritionist, and Birth and Postpartum Doula.
Laura Wood (she/her)
Laura Wood is a movement educator with over 20 years of experience helping people feel stronger, more supported, and more at home in their bodies. She began her career as a personal trainer and group fitness instructor, and went on to complete 200-hour certifications in both yoga and Pilates, along with advanced training in functional movement, pre/postnatal fitness and core and pelvic floor health.
Her teaching blends yoga, Pilates, strength, and mobility in a way that’s practical, empowering, and enjoyable. Laura believes movement should feel good and support your everyday life—helping you move with more strength, ease, and energy. Whether you're managing discomfort, returning to exercise, or simply looking to feel better in your body, her down-to-earth, thoughtful approach is designed to meet you where you are.
In addition to teaching group classes, Laura works one-on-one with clients and always creates a welcoming, supportive space where people can reconnect with themselves and experience the benefits of movement—physically, mentally, and emotionally.