Meet Stefanie
The woman behind Sora, and the vision for a space where movement, wellness and community live under one roof.
More than a workout.
For Stefanie, movement has always been about more than a workout. It’s about how you feel when you leave: stronger, lighter, more grounded and a little more connected to yourself.
A certified Group Fitness Instructor, 200 hour Yoga Teacher, and trained Pilates and Barre instructor, Stefanie has spent years creating spaces where women can move with intention, feel supported and genuinely enjoy taking care of themselves.
Sora is named for a town in Italy with deep family meaning: a place of mountains, slow living, and belonging. Inspired by Stefanie’s love of wellness, travel and the slower, more intentional way of living found throughout the Mediterranean, Sora is designed to feel less like a traditional fitness studio and more like a place you want to belong.
Sora Well Bar was born from a desire to create something she felt was missing: a space that brings together movement, wellness and community under one roof. A place where you can come for a class, but stay for the experience, whether that means slowing down in the sauna, taking the plunge, enjoying something at the Well Bar or simply connecting with the women around you.
As Sora’s founder, Stefanie’s vision is simple: to create a beautiful, welcoming space where women can move, recharge, connect and make wellness part of their everyday lives.
Your instructors
Michelle
Yoga · PilatesMichelle Gisondi is a Toronto-based wellness professional with 20+ years of experience in mind-body fitness, functional movement, and holistic wellbeing. Certified in Pilates, Yoga, Tai Chi, and Indoor Cycling, she blends precision, breathwork, and intentional movement to build strength, mobility, and balance. With experience across studio, corporate, and digital wellness, Michelle brings a grounded, supportive approach to Sora Well Bar, creating thoughtful, accessible classes that help clients move with confidence and reconnect with their bodies.
Vannessa
Pilates · YogaVannessa fell in love with movement after experiencing the impact it had on her own life, inspiring her to share it with others. As a Pilates & yoga instructor, she believes movement is about more than what happens on the mat. It’s an opportunity to connect with yourself. Her classes blend intentional movement, mindful breath, & thoughtful progression to build strength, mobility, and body awareness. With a warm and encouraging approach, she creates space to move with curiosity and leave feeling stronger and more connected to your body. Outside the studio, you’ll find her with a coffee in hand.
“Wellness isn’t a program to complete. It’s a rhythm to return to.”
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