The Heartbeat of WUB
At WUB Wellness, we understand that the true power of transformation lies not only in the journey itself but also in the people who guide and support you along the way. Our team is a mosaic of diverse experiences, backgrounds, and expertise, each member passionately committed to facilitating profound self-realization and growth. We invite you to meet the extraordinary individuals who bring the magic of WUB Wellness to life.
Come meet our team...
*Please note we are still adding our team members and not all will be at every event/retreat
Paul Puzanoski
(Founder)
A Lifelong Quest for Deeper Understanding and Connection
From the bustling corridors of entrepreneurship, where I navigated industries and shaped ventures, I stumbled into a realm of introspection and self-discovery. Beneath the external markers of success, a growing restlessness loomed. In 2008, this restlessness intensified into a profound existential crisis, culminating in moments of deep vulnerability and thoughts of ending it all.
In my pursuit of healing, a transformative retreat in Sedona beckoned. Here, I was introduced to an amalgamation of healing practices, ranging from powerful breathwork, energy work, family constellation therapy, and various other teachings from spiritual mentors. Each session, each mentor, acted as a beacon, guiding me out of my shadows and into the light.
My years thereafter became a passionate odyssey, spanning over 15 years, studying and immersing myself in a spectrum of modalities — from yoga and somatics to energy work, trauma-informed therapies, conscious business guidance and really anything I could get my hands on. This journey wasn't merely academic; it was a personal quest to understand the intricate tapestry of the human spirit and our connections to the universe.
WUB Wellness and the WUB Society of Canada emerged from this very passion. They reflect not just business models, but my heart's deepest desire: to help others find their light, path and purpose just as I found mine. To assist in bridging the gap between where we are and where our soul yearns to be.
With over two decades in leadership, consulting, events, and a track record that spans multiple industries, my credentials mirror not just professional expertise but an authentic commitment to fostering holistic well-being. Today, I stand not as an expert, but as a fellow traveler, equally in awe of life's mysteries, inviting you to embark on this transformative journey with WUB.
Jennilee Barazzuol
I’m a dynamic, compassionate, intuitive being who loves to immerse myself in safe, healing spaces with others who are also walking this path. I also love to dive deep into shadow work and illuminate what is calling me to be seen, felt, and known. Being able to explore the jungles within as well as the skies has created a foundation that allows me to witness others in many forms.
My personal work is a co-created collaboration of experiences, teachings and trainings from friends, family, and teachers from all around the world. I am held and supported by my community that heals and alivens my human spirit. My offerings are an extension of this work and an honoring of all those who have walked alongside me. I am committed to this work and honor all warriors embarking on this path.
My current passions include boundary setting, re-wilding, and voice reclamation.
Giselle Gilliard
Giselle Gilliard is a graduate of the Nūma Somatics Integrative Breathwork Therapy training (400hrs). This practice combines breathwork, somatic bodywork and supplementary exercises to this holistic approach of working with your body, mind and spirit. Giselle has also completed Advanced Breathwork Training in Trauma Sensitive Care, Pattern Specific Bodywork, Sound Therapy, and The Domain of Death and Birth (Breathwork in Water). Giselle is also an EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) and Empowerment Coach and is a Sacred Space Holder.
Marcus Fung
Marcus Fung is the founder of Earth Harmony Sound & Wellness and has been facilitating therapeutic drum circles for over 15 years. He holds music diplomas in Jazz Piano Performance and Music Composition. His love for facilitating community music began as an early child music and movement specialist, championing the need for inclusive and intergenerational music education.
He has been resident facilitator at notable organizations such as Arts in Medicine Cross Cancer Institute and Little Warriors. He continues to explore the therapeutic, healing and spiritual power of community music making accompanying yoga classes, breathwork, and ceremony and as a performing artist.
Amber Courtney
From a very young age Amber knew that she was different. Having experiences with spirits was a normal occurrence for her, but it wasn't until later in her 20's that she actually began to understand what this all meant.
Amber is a multidimensional quantum healing facilitator and new earth ascension wayshower. With a passion for leading and guiding individuals through their healing, her goal is always to create a safe and comfortable environment for her clients to eliminate or peel back the layers to the root cause of a problem one may be experiencing.
Through attuning herself to her starseed origins and embodying the role of a lightworker she also expands her work into spiritual development, ascension training and planetary gridwork to elevate those individuals that are ready to expand and accelerate their consciousness and skills in big ways.
She loves to create an energy charged environment for learning, healing and expansion!
Summer & Andre
Summer and Andre both work in the world of “Alchemy’ which is about profound, quick shifts in mental and emotional states, situations and physical symptoms. They have a combined experience of over 32 years coaching, teaching and facilitating.
Andre holds certifications as a Men's Coach, Positive Intelligence Coach, Transformational Life Coach, and NLP Practitioner. His journey in personal development began with training from PSI (Personal Self Improvement) Seminars and now dedicates his life to raising the consciousness of humanity through self-empowerment.
Summer is an Inspired Thought Leader, Speaker and Author of Soul-Side Out; Universal Laws to Healing and Living Your Best Life which won 2nd Place in the Pacific book awards in two categories: Self-Help and Spiritually in 2021. She is dedicated to mentoring women to fully embody their Soul’s Wisdom.
Summer and Andre believe we are in a time of collective, conscious healing and teach from fully embodied, personal experience. They value the exponential growth that takes place in community and create a safe, authentic atmosphere in which to connect and learn.
Sofia & Galloway (Cedar Roots)
At the heart of Cedar Roots' music lies a deep commitment to creating conscious and mindful music that speaks to the soul. Each of their compositions is crafted with intention and purpose, inviting listeners to explore their inner selves and the world around them in a unique and powerful way. Cedar Roots blends a diverse range of influences, from the raw and earthy sounds of acoustic and folk music, to the cutting-edge beats of electronic and world music.
As song circle facilitators they love to create welcoming spaces that invite people to celebrate the beauty of finding harmony through the voice.
Sophia is a musician and international facilitator of Holistic Health Practices that focus on a somatic approach to restoring resilient vitality. Her diverse training includes Yoga, Dance, Music & Sound Healing, Tantra, Acupressure, Breath Work, Thai and Lomi Lomi Massage, Herbology, Reiki, Permaculture, Shamanic teachings, Hypnotherapy, Qi Gong and Vocal Embodiment. She offers retreats, workshops, ceremonies and personal coaching.
Galloway is an event and music producer/DJ. He is co-founder of Vibes Music Festival, facilitating events that inspire and build community connection. Galloway sees music as medicine, with the power to uplift, shift, and return us to our original state as blissful beings. He and Sophia offer transformational events and retreats and tour with their musical collaboration, Cedar Roots.
Kenton Zerbin
Meet Kenton Zerbin; tiny house dweller, Permaculture teacher, visionary for regenerative living. Kenton is an international teacher and inspirational speaker who enables others to create homes, landscapes, and communities.
Starting as a professional teacher in the school system, he left to teach others how to live a different life. He has worked with governments to create educational programs, with cities to create edible landscapes, and with clients to create their dream property.
Michelle Bateman
Michelle, a Confidence & Clarity Coach, international speaker, and facilitator, empowers women, men, and teens to break through the barriers that hinder their growth. Having navigated her own journey to happiness after a painful divorce, Michelle shares her insights to help you uncover your true self, heal your limitations, and create a life you love.
Amy Thiessen
I’m a dynamic, compassionate, intuitive being who loves to immerse myself in safe, healing spaces with others who are also walking this path. I also love to dive deep into shadow work and illuminate what is calling me to be seen, felt, and known. Being able to explore the jungles within as well as the skies has created a foundation that allows me to witness others in many forms.
My personal work is a co-created collaboration of experiences, teachings and trainings from friends, family, and teachers from all around the world. I am held and supported by my community that heals and alivens my human spirit. My offerings are an extension of this work and an honoring of all those who have walked alongside me. I am committed to this work and honor all warriors embarking on this path.
My current passions include boundary setting, re-wilding, and voice reclamation.
Mellisa Nichol
Since an awakening experience eleven years ago Mellisa has been curiously exploring the practice and teachings of yoga, meditation and the mystery traditions. In 2015 Mellisa completed a 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training in the Himalayan Tradition of Yoga, and two years later she completed an additional 300-hour Advanced Yoga Teacher training specializing in Ayurveda and Yoga Therapeutics. In early 2024 Mellisa completed another 300-hour Advanced Myofascial Teacher Training through the Myofascial Yoga Institute of Canada.
Mellisa also has training and certification as a Reiki Master, Meditation Teacher Training, Spiritual Alchemy, Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy and Introductions to Internal Family Systems.
Mellisa brings a gentle, compassionate approach to each class. She weaves together classes steeped in mindfulness, nervous system regulation, proprioception and interception, functional movement, exploration and play. She believes the practices and teachings we learn while on our mat have a profound ripple effect within the rest of our lives. Helping those experience balance and harmony and healing within their bodies, minds and hearts is her purpose and passion.
Anne Douglas
Anne Douglas is a Meditation Teacher and Trainer, Life Coach and Yoga Therapist. She teaches workshops, trainings and retreats internationally and online. With over 30 years of experience in health and wellness education, Anne offers exceptional tools for well-being and enlightened living.
Jay Robinson
Jay is not just a musician; he's a maestro of life's deeper resonances. As an artist, mystic, plant ally, and seeker, Jay channels the vast traditions and intimate heartbeats of the universe into his craft. His musical expressions emerge from a profound ceremonial space, interweaving live percussions, flutes, and singing steel into an immersive tapestry of sound that connects, awakens, and heals.
But the symphony of Jay's offerings doesn't stop at music. He delves into the aromatic realm, introducing people to the transformative magic of scents. Just as music stirs the soul, aromas can unlock hidden realms within, offering both insight and deep elemental pleasure. At WUB U, Jay seamlessly melds these elements, creating experiences that nourish the spirit and remind us of our interconnected dance with the universe.
Leah Diteljan
With a harmonious blend of grace and versatility, Leah stands out as a transformative thought leader, executive coach, and facilitator. With 16 years under her belt collaborating with entrepreneurs from 7 to 10 figure businesses globally, she's become a gifted conduit in forging powerful and lasting connections. Her unique insights, drawn from over a decade at the Entrepreneur's Organization (EO) and her encounters with entrepreneurial triumphs and challenges on six continents, have given her a deep understanding of the often-unspoken issue of loneliness among high-achievers.
Leah is devoted to guiding individuals towards elevating their relationship with themselves and emerging as compassionate leaders in various realms of their lives. Through her transformative retreats and immersive coaching experiences, she creates nurturing environments that champion trust, vulnerability, and genuine camaraderie, allowing leaders to cultivate bonds that go beyond professional accolades.
Forever fueled by her passion for personal evolution, Leah is an ardent reader and continuous learner. She's committed to her own path of self-enhancement and, by example, encourages others to embark on their self-growth journeys. Engage in a conversation with Leah at WUB U, and be inspired by her dedication to creating a world brimming with meaningful connections and self-aware leaders.
Heather Black
Heather's ancestral name is O’takii Tsowakii and is also known as the Indigenous Adventure Girl. A natural-born adventurist from the Blood Tribe Nation. Heather’s most rewarding experience is being engulfed in the vast beauty of the mountains, connecting to the land and animals, this is where miracles happen.
What makes each journey with Heather special is sharing the beauty of her Indigenous culture and stories of resilience. As a spirited entrepreneur, she is a workshop facilitator, strategist, advisor and always supporting economic development in the Business and Education sectors.
“Every path is different, unleash your mind, and walk where the pieces of life come together”
Our Philosophy:
Guiding with Purpose and Integrity
The WUB team operates under a shared set of principles and beliefs. Every interaction, every session, and every guidance moment is infused with our commitment to:
Deep Listening: Understanding each participant's unique journey and needs.
Authenticity: Being genuine in our approach, ensuring transparency and truth in all our engagements.
Empowerment: Equipping our participants with the tools and insights they need to shape their own transformative journey.
Continual Growth: As facilitators and guides, we are also perpetual learners, always evolving to bring the best to our participants.
Join Our Team
At WUB, we're always on the lookout for individuals who resonate with our mission and can bring their unique expertise to enhance our offerings. If you believe in the transformative power of deep self-exploration and have a passion for guiding others on their journey, we'd love to hear from you.
Embark on Your Transformative Journey with WUB
Join us for WUB on the Lake July 12-14
