Animal Flow
Ground‑Based Movement for Strength, Mobility, and Confidence
Animal Flow is a ground‑based movement system that builds mobility, strength, coordination, and body control through fun, accessible patterns inspired by quadrupedal movement. Whether you’re a beginner, a seasoned mover, or someone returning to fitness, Animal Flow offers a unique way to reconnect with your body and move with confidence.
As a Certified Animal Flow Instructor, I teach beginner‑friendly classes and private sessions here in the Port Moody / Tri‑Cities area, helping people develop strength, mobility, and skill through structured progressions and supportive coaching.
What Is Animal Flow?
Animal Flow is a structured movement practice built around six components:
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Wrist Mobilizations — preparing the hands and wrists for ground‑based training
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Activations — engaging the body and building awareness
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Form Specific Stretches — mobility work tied directly to movement patterns
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Traveling Forms — Ape, Beast, and Crab locomotion
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Switches & Transitions — dynamic movements that build coordination and flow
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Flows — linking movements together into smooth, continuous sequences
These elements combine to create a practice that is both physically challenging and mentally engaging, suitable for all fitness levels.
Who Animal Flow Is For?
Animal Flow is ideal for:
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Adults wanting to improve mobility and strength
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Beginners who want a safe, structured entry point
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People returning to fitness
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Runners and lifters who want better movement quality
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Anyone who enjoys skill‑based training
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People who want a fun, engaging alternative to traditional workouts
If you’ve ever felt stiff, tight, or disconnected from your body, Animal Flow is a powerful way to rebuild confidence and capability.
Benefits of Animal Flow
Animal Flow is one of the most effective ways to improve:
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Mobility & flexibility
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Full‑body strength
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Balance & coordination
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Core stability
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Joint control & resilience
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Body awareness & confidence
It’s also an excellent complement to:
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Handstand training
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Calisthenics
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Strength training
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Running
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Rowing
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General mobility work
If you enjoy structured progressions, skill development, and learning how your body moves, Animal Flow fits beautifully into your training.
Beginner‑Friendly Approach
My classes and private sessions are designed for all levels, especially beginners.
You’ll learn:
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Deconstructed versions of each movement
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How to build confidence with Ape, Beast, and Crab
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How to perform Switches & Transitions safely
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How to link movements into simple flows
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How to modify movements for your body
Nothing is mandatory, and you can always choose the variation that feels best for you.
What to Expect in a Session
A typical session includes:
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Wrist mobilizations
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Warm‑up activations
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Form Specific Stretches
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Traveling Forms (Ape, Beast, Crab)
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Switches & Transitions
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A beginner‑friendly mini‑flow
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Cool‑down mobility
You’ll always receive clear cues, progressions, and options to match your comfort level.
My Background as an Animal Flow Instructor
I started practicing Animal Flow in late 2023 after trying a class and realizing instantly that it exactly the kind of bodyweight challenge I enjoy. What began as a casual addition to my warm‑ups and cooldowns quickly became a consistent practice that improved my strength, balance, mobility, and overall athleticism. Seeing how much it helped, inspired me to start teaching it.
Highlights of my Animal Flow journey:
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Fell in love with the mobility, creativity, and coordination
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Added AF to warm‑ups and cooldowns
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Eventually began building my own flows
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Noticed improvements in wrist strength, hip and shoulder mobility, balance, and athleticism
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Loved seeing clients gain smooth, confident movement
Animal Flow for the Tri‑Cities
Serving:
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Port Moody
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Coquitlam
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Port Coquitlam
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Burquitlam / North Road
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Anmore / Belcarra
If you’re local to the Tri‑Cities and want to explore Animal Flow, you're in the right place.