Meet the Aurora Life Sports Team

At Aurora Life Sports, our instructors don't just teach movement — they live it. Laura and Chris Deimling founded Aurora as a family-run space where every student feels seen, supported, and empowered. With decades of combined experience in yoga and CAN-RYU Jiu-Jitsu, our team brings certified expertise and genuine community spirit to every class in North Augusta, ON.

Laura Deimling doing a yoga pose indoors, balancing with one hand on the floor and holding one foot with the other hand; wearing athletic attire.

Laura Deimling

Owner, ERYT-500 Yoga Teacher

Laura is the creator and owner of Aurora Life Sports (CYA‑RYS200) and a lead instructor in Hatha, Vinyasa, Yin, and Partner Yoga (ERYT‑500). She has been practicing yoga for more than 25 years, weaving it into the rhythm of her daily life—from her early studies with diverse teachers to a transformative year living and practicing in Chai‑Yi, Taiwan.

A lifelong athlete, Laura has moved through seasons of rock climbing, whitewater kayaking, rafting, and Ironman racing. Today, she channels that same fire into supporting her active family and friends, and carving out space for her own practice in yoga and aerial arts. Her path has always been one of discipline, devotion, and deep personal integrity.

Laura teaches with the presence of someone who leads quietly but unmistakably—steady, fierce, and principled. She embodies the kind of strength that doesn’t need to announce itself: the strength of someone who stands firm in her values, protects what matters, and moves through the world with purpose. Her classes reflect this grounded clarity, offering a space where students can reconnect with their own resilience, intuition, and inner steadiness.

Chris Deimling

Operations Manager, CAN-RYU Head Instructor

Chris is the head CAN-RYU Jiu-Jitsu (self-defence) instructor (black belt) and is also the right-hand man for all things logistics, business operations, and support in general. He is the genius behind the camera, co-strategist, and brings a unique creativity to the Aurora community that makes the hard work both motivating and engaging. Chris is a lifelong sports enthusiast and athlete. Apart from participation in Aurora activities, he enjoys riding his dirt bike with his family on weekends and is a past multi-time Ironman finisher. His life is ever evolving and he is always up for new adventures.

Ready to Train With Us?

Whether you're stepping onto the mat for the first time or looking to deepen your practice, Aurora Life Sports welcomes you. Join Laura, Chris, and the Aurora community — your first class is on us.