General Manager
LIFESTYLE COORDINATOR
FACILITIES & aMENITIES MANAGER
With an unwavering dedication to community engagement, customer experience, and strategic vision, Carla Nikli is excited to bring her passion to the role of General Manager at the Rockland Park Homeowners Association. Over the past decade, Carla has demonstrated her leadership as the General Manager of the Brookfield-established Residents Association in the community of New Brighton.
Carla’s extensive experience spans various leadership positions, including roles with esteemed organizations such as Disney Cruise Lines, the Delta Lodge at Kananaskis, the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, the Lake Louise Recreation Society, the Cranston Residents Association and most recently the New Brighton Residents Association. With more than 20 years of expertise in recreation management, Carla’s leadership style, innovative thinking, and proactive approach promises to set the stage for the Rockland Park Team’s success.
Beyond her professional endeavors, Carla enjoys a range of recreational activities. Whether kayaking, traveling, camping, diving into a good book, building with Lego, or casting a fishing line alongside her husband Peter, son Carter, and beloved fur-friend Daisy, Carla embraces life with enthusiasm and zest! She also confesses to the guilty pleasures of avidly following reality TV shows and eagerly attending Calgary’s Comic Convention each year!
As the Lodge prepares to open its doors in the months that follow, Carla extends a warm invitation to all to stop by and say hello. Her genuine warmth, coupled with her commitment to fostering a vibrant and inclusive community, makes her an invaluable asset to the Rockland Park family.
With a strong commitment to community development and a passion for creating inclusive and engaging environments, Sarah Armstrong is excited to join the Rockland Park Homeowners Association as the new Lifestyle Coordinator.
Sarah holds a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work and is a registered social worker with over six years of experience in various areas of the field. Her roles have spanned from community organizations to post-secondary institutions, including positions at Developmental Disabilities Resource Centre of Calgary, Precious Cargo Community Support Services, and the Students Association of Mount Royal University. At the Students Association of Mount Royal University, she managed the Pride Centre, and organized numerous, university wide, large-scale events, programs, and workshops. It is here that she discovered her love of community engagement and event management. She has also volunteered at a variety of different community organizations over the years, including Drumheller Family Literacy, Golden Prairie Parent Link, Sagesse, and more recently, The BeYOUtiful Foundation.
Sarah’s approach is centered on understanding the community’s needs and leveraging its strengths. She stands for creating diverse and high-quality programming, maintaining open and effective communication, and fostering an inclusive environment where every resident feels valued.
Outside of her professional life, Sarah enjoys yoga, painting, and spending time in nature, particularly in her vegetable garden. Hailing from Drumheller, Alberta, Sarah moved to Calgary for her education, and stayed for the breathtaking Rocky Mountain views.
Sarah Armstrong’s dedication to community engagement and innovative thinking makes her a positive addition to the Rockland Park team. She looks forward to meeting residents and creating memorable experiences for everyone.
Alison Dunstan
Betsy Lui
Bogi Gergely
LEARN TO SKATE INSTRUCTOR
YOGA INSTRUCTOR
ZUMBINI INSTRUCTOR
Alison loves being on the ice and sharing her passion for skating with others. Her love of skating started at a young age. After taking an intro to hockey program, Alison fell in love with the game of hockey and continued to play hockey until she started a family.
Alison is a mom of two and when she’s not on the ice you can find her spending time with her family. While her youngest was in preschool, Alison initiated her qualifications to become a CanSkate Skating instructor. She loves to make skating fun and she can’t wait to see you on the ice.
Betsy Lui is a dedicated advocate for holistic well-being, specializing in mindful movement and breath. With over a decade of experience in yoga, she is committed to sharing her extensive knowledge through inclusive classes that promote physical strength, mental clarity, and emotional balance.
Betsy emphasizes personalized guidance, ensuring that each student feels supported on their unique wellness journey. As a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT200) with the US Yoga Alliance, she has further enriched her expertise through a Singing Bowl Certification from the Natural Soundhealing International School in Nepal, as well as a 60-hour Acu-Yin Yin Yoga Teacher Training.
Additionally, Betsy is a Certified Pilates Instructor, blending various practices to enhance the overall well-being of her students.
Bogi runs Gofunfit, which provides community-based group fitness and wellness activities, along with personal training programs, in an inclusive environment that fosters mental health support.
Bogi’s participants can connect with others, reducing feelings of isolation, enhancing cognitive function, improving mood, and building resilience to stress.
Dani Kopczynski
Engineering for Kids
Hiroe Bellows
KICKBOXING INSTRUCTOR
JUNIOR ENGINEERS & MASTER MACHINES INSTRUCTOR
HIIT INSTRUCTOR
Teacher and owner of Tough Cookie Lifestyle, Dani uses her expertise from cross-training for competitive sports, like amateur boxing, kickboxing and her passion for bodybuilding to create, implement and train to build and shape your physique.
Dani taught fitness kickboxing for several years, fought competitively for 2 years and has been involved in fitness boxing for over a decade.
For over 4 years, Dani has been training and practicing nutrition to help people reach their health and wellness goals. Whether that be building muscle, losing weight, improving your health, or preparing for sports performance, Dani creates comprehensive, personalized, custom nutrition and training programs to meet your needs. Where the mind goes, the body follows. Dani uses a holistic approach to help you transform your habits, mindset and lifestyle to reach your health and fitness goals.
Engineering For Kids is a global hub for young learners, dedicated to meeting the growing demand for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) skills in today’s world. The organization focuses on introducing children to the exciting field of engineering from an early age, fostering curiosity and creativity to help them develop essential skills for success in the 21st-century workforce.
With a belief that every child has the potential to be an engineer, Engineering For Kids offers innovative, fun, and interactive programs that inspire children to explore the endless possibilities of engineering in a safe and supportive environment.
Celebrate what your body can do! Hiroe Bellows has been a group fitness instructor since 2014 and loves the connection she has with her participants. She is licensed to teach Strong Nation™️ (a full-body HIIT workout), Zumba, Zumba Gold, Zumba Toning, Zumba Kids, Zumba Kids Jr., and Aqua Zumba. Hiroe also holds certifications as a Canfitpro Fitness Instructor Specialist and Healthy Eating and Weight Loss Coach.
Growing up playing basketball taught her the value of teamwork. Did you know that participants are likely to work harder in a group fitness setting than when working out alone? Plus, it’s so much more fun!
In her HIIT classes, attendees can burn calories while toning their arms, legs, abs, and glutes. Hiroe mixes explosive moves like high knees, burpees, and jumping jacks with isometric exercises such as lunges, squats, and kickboxing.
Fitness is Hiroe’s passion, and she is grateful to share it with others! She also enjoys dancing, swimming, baking, traveling, spending time at the beach, and sharing laughter. Hiroe looks forward to seeing everyone in class!
Max Henderson
Pam Gabris
Shizuko Shirotori
HOCKEY BASIC INSTRUCTOR
ZUMBA INSTRUCTOR
PILATES INSTRUCTOR
Hello hockey players, My name is Max Henderson, and I’m from Calgary, Alberta. I grew up playing minor hockey in Calgary before advancing to U18 AAA with the NWCAA Flames. From there, I went on to play Junior ‘A’ hockey in the Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League (SJHL) for the past three seasons, with the Weyburn Red Wings and the La Ronge Ice Wolves.
I’m currently a student at the University of Calgary, and with a deep background in hockey at high levels, I have developed a strong passion for teaching and developing young players.
Throughout my Junior ‘A’ career, I had the privilege of learning from several excellent coaches, and I’m eager to share that knowledge with you. My goal is to help each of you reach your full potential, while making sure you enjoy the game. I look forward to meeting all of you and working together!
Hi! I’m Pam Gabris! For the past seven years, I’ve been a Zumba instructor, and I absolutely love dancing to internationally inspired music to make workouts enjoyable and energizing! I’m excited to share my “Heart & Soul” workout with you. My goal is to send you home with a smile on your face and a little sweat to show you’ve worked hard. Bring a friend along and make new connections as you have fun getting fit together!
Shizuko has been teaching Pilates since 2003, learning both Contemporary and Classical Pilates in New York. She came to Canada in 2013. In 2017, she earned a diploma as a Therapy Assistant (TA) at SAIT and has since worked as an Occupational Therapy Assistant in a senior care center.
“Movements heal” is a phrase she learns and feels from the heart, and she believes that any movement is not wrong. While there are various “styles” of classes featuring the same movements, her style would be categorized as “Flow.” Of course, sometimes it is necessary to stay still in a position and breathe, allowing for a stretch. All of these experiences are lovely.
Shizuko obtained a Master’s degree in Dance Education from New York University and became PMA certified in 2013. She enjoys listening to and watching Flamenco music and dance, appreciates plays in theater, and enjoys painting and other arts.
Sportball
Vanessa Mockaddam
Young Rembrandts
MULTI-SPORT INSTRUCTOR
DANCE FUSION INSTRUCTOR
EARLY LEARNERS & ELEMENTARY DRAWING PROGRAM INSTRUCTOR
We have one goal here at Sportball: to help kids gain the confidence and competence they need to stay active for a lifetime. Of course, that doesn’t happen by accident. Every Sportball program is designed to nurture healthy minds and bodies through fun-filled activities that kids get pumped for every week!
Miss Vanessa discovered her vocation by becoming a Dance Teacher and School Teacher. In all her classes, she prioritizes a positive attitude, a welcoming space for learning, and FUN! Miss Vanessa completed Associated Dance Arts for Professional Teachers Jazz examinations, Royal Academy of Dance advanced graded Ballet examinations, Al Gilbert Tap examinations, and the Yellow CanGym Badge skills in Gymnastics (Acro).
Beyond teaching Jazz, Ballet, Tap, and Acro, she has also taught Hip Hop, Lyrical, Contemporary, and Character Ballet – in both Competitive and Recreational dance programs, to dancers aged 2 to 18 years old, and with three of Calgary’s most reputable dance studios. In school, Miss Vanessa has worked as the Co-Director of Dance Choreography for three Musicals and has innovated and taught a Dance Option class.
Miss Vanessa spends her free time filming dance videos with her brother as well as writing and recording poetry. She is thrilled to have published her first poetry book this year. With the new dance season around the corner, she cannot wait to share her love of movement with the vibrant community of Rockland Park!
Discover Young Rembrandts, Where Art Education Meets Excellence. In addition to the academic benefits, involvement in the arts can also have positive effects on a child’s emotional well-being. The sense of accomplishment that comes with completing a piece of art can boost a child’s self-esteem and confidence.
The Young Rembrandts method not only teaches children how to draw, but also focuses on building important life skills. Through our classes, students learn to follow directions, work independently, and develop problem-solving skills. By providing a structured environment for artistic expression, we give children the tools they need to succeed both academically and emotionally.
