Open House for 750 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Programme, October 2018 – December 2019

Thursday, April 26, 6:15pm
Presentations begin at 6:30pm. RSVP

For those interested in becoming a yoga teacher, enhancing a previous training or simply deepening their own practice and knowledge.

The 2018-2019 course begins in October 2018.

We offer a uniquely organic approach to yoga practice and teaching. Our programme combines asana, pranayama and meditation with lecture, discussion, and practicum to create a balanced outlook that will enliven all aspects of your teaching and your approach to the body/mind. You are supported, encouraged, and empowered to question and explore, to find your own path and voice.

NB There is a new non-academic option for those not intending to teach. Please enquire.

Meet the faculty. Bring your questions. Everyone welcome! RSVP

For more information contact: Tama Soble, 416 944-0838, tama@estheryoga.com

Introducing Pranayama

Friday, April 27, with Monica Voss
12:30pm-3:00pm, $50

We will practise several traditional and non-traditional breathing exercises (pranayama). Then we’ll assess and deconstruct them and discuss how and when to introduce pranayama to beginners most effectively.

Yoga and Menopause

Sunday, April 29, with Valeria Blumenkranz
11:00am – 1:30pm, $50

Menopause is a transitional process where physical, emotional, social and biological changes are taking place and affecting every aspect of a woman’s life. Together, we’ll reflect on Menopause with optimism as a universal and natural event in every woman’s life.
We’ll learn the benefits of Yoga to support our minds, bodies and spirits as we face this period of change and potential growth. Let’s pause and think about what we truly want in this new stage of life.

The Power of Touch: A Hands-on Assisting Weekend for Yoga Teachers

Saturday, May 5 – Sunday, May 6, with Monica Voss and Tama Soble
Saturday 12:00pm – 6:30pm, Sunday 10:30am – 5:00pm, $325

Explore and deepen your understanding of the way in which hands-on assisting enhances the connections between the ground, the breath and the energizing release of the spine. For teachers at all levels of experience. CEU’s awarded for Yoga Alliance certification.

More Information & Application

The Power of Touch Weekend $325.00 CADDeposit for The Power of Touch $100.00 CAD

“Monica and Tama are gifted and generous educators. They have a deep understanding and knowledge of yoga practice, human anatomy and hands-on learning.  My yoga journey has been profoundly enriched through their thoughtful guidance.” Pam Bertrand

“Monica and Tama are gracious, generous, compassionate and wise… They’ve taught thousands of students over the years,  young and old, in Canada and around the world.  And they never cease to refine their technique or  their deep understanding of yoga…read more.”Sara Zuckerbrot

Freeing the Voice

Friday, May 11, with Gerry Trentham
12:30pm-2:30pm, $40

The voice is in good health when it is flexible, dynamic, present and precise. Gerry’s enjoyable non-threatening approach introduces a practice that frees the voice, uniting it with the physical body.  This work highlights the individual’s distinctive and authentic voice and aligns the body in the process. With practice, participants discover a new power in their physical and vocal presence, and new ability to move and speak with confidence.

Awakening the Spine

Saturday, May 26 – Sunday, May 27
with Monica Voss
Saturday, 2:30pm-5:30pm, Sunday, 10:30am-5:00pm, $250

Spend a weekend exploring all aspects of the spine – its anatomy, connection to the breath, energy, movement and texture and the imagery that has traditionally supported it. To tease out our previous knowledge of the spine and assimilate new ideas, we’ll use lecture, asana practice, discussion, partner work, breathing practice, relaxation techniques and meditation.

More Information & Application

Awakening the Spine Weekend $250.00 CADDeposit for Awakening the Spine $100.00 CAD

CPR Level B AED

Friday, June 1, with Vera Stambolic
12:30pm-4:30pm, $85 (+$15 cash for the Rescue 7 manual)

This workshop will teach you how best to respond to a life threatening situation. You will learn how to provide accurate and effective cardio pulmonary resuscitation, and how best to assist a choking victim. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive CPR LEVEL B certification. This training is for those receiving their first CPR certification and for those renewing. In order to receive certification, participants must attend the full session, successfully demonstrate all required skills and purchase a new Manual for $15 (reflecting newly adopted guidelines).

* A CPR certificate is strongly recommended for all yoga teachers and should be renewed yearly.

Yoga and Osteoporosis

Saturday, June 2, with Shari Stein
3:00pm-5:30pm, $50

“I always say that my religion is kindness, because kindness is in our bones.” His Holiness, the Dalai Lama

Osteopenia and osteoporosis are conditions in which – during the natural process of aging – bones tend to become more porous and susceptible to fracture. Exciting new research shows that yoga is a very effective tool for preventing and managing these conditions. Participants will be guided through practices that encourage grounding and weight bearing, as well as exercises and poses that facilitate balance, stability, range of movement and awareness. Written handouts, summarizing relevant science, will be provided.

From the Ground Up: How to Teach Beginners

Saturday, June 9 – Sunday, June 10, with Tama Soble
Saturday, 12:00pm-6:30pm, Sunday, 10:30am-5:00pm, $325

Spend 2 days exploring the art of teaching yoga to beginners. Learn the principles behind adapting postures and breathing practices, the importance of variety and flexibility in language and description, and how to use the integrated principles of grounding, breathing and releasing the spine in order to guide beginning students toward reflective and independent practice.

More Information & Application

From the Ground Up $325.00 CADDeposit for From the Ground Up $100.00 CAD

Yoga for Insomnia

Friday, June 15, with Tama Soble
12:30pm–3:00pm, $50

Explore asana and pranayama techniques that can assist you with the challenges of insomnia. We will incorporate practices that enhance relaxation for body and mind, and can be done in preparation for or return to sleep. There will be time to discuss and record the practices. This workshop is appropriate for students and teachers at all levels.

Hands-on Assists for Advanced Postures

Saturday, September 16 – Sunday, September 17, with Monica Voss and Tama Soble
Saturday, 12:00pm-6:30pm,
Sunday, 10:30am-5:00pm, $250

As teachers, we use hands-on assists to work directly with the principles of grounding and elongation supporting students to move freely and with confidence in advanced postures. During this workshop we will explore variations and options for safe and productive hands-on assists, work in partners or small groups and discuss our experiences. Yoga teachers and teacher trainees at all levels are welcome.

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Empowering the Aging Body

Saturday, October 27 – Sunday, October 28
with Monica Voss, Tama Soble and Valeria Blumenkranz
Saturday, 12:00pm-6:30pm,
Sunday, 10:30am-5:00pm, $325

As the population ages, teachers must inform themselves about natural changes in the body as well as common conditions such as osteoarthritis, osteoporosis and lower back pain. Changes in outlook also occur in older students as they contemplate their lives and goals. Through practice, discussion and analysis, we will explore these and other issues of aging and create intelligent and supportive options in order to instruct older students holistically with energy, knowledge and empathy.

Empowering the Aging Body is intended for certified and non-certified yoga and meditation teachers, teachers-in-training, health professionals, therapists, social workers and interested students of yoga. CEU’s awarded through Yoga Alliance.

“For those who have done yoga for 30, 40 years but are aging and for those who start in their 60’s, the approach at Esther Myers Yoga Studio is accessible and enjoyable. read more from our students and teachers.

More Information & Application

Empowering the Aging Body Weekend $325.00 CADDeposit for Empowering the Aging Body $100.00 CAD

Anatomy for Yoga Teachers, with Mariko Tanabe

November 30 – December 2, 2018

A Body-Mind Centering® Approach
10:00am-5:00pm, $450/full weekend, $165/day

Body-Mind Centering® (BMCSM) is an experiential study based on anatomical, physiological, psychophysical and developmental principles developed by Bonnie Bainbridge Cohen. BMC utilizes movement, touch, voice, imagery, anatomical illustrations and discussion to explore each body system in ways that can be applied to personal development and professional enhancement.

For teachers and students at all levels of experience. CEU’s awarded for Yoga Alliance certification.

Friday, November 30: Exploring the Skeletal System in Motion
10:00am-1:00pm, Introduction to the Skeletal System
2:15pm-4:45pm, Axial and Appendicular Skeleton

Saturday, December 1: Exploring Sensory Presence in Your Practice
10:00am-1:00pm, Introduction to the Senses
2:30pm-5:00pm, Engaging with the Primary Sense Organs: The Nose, Eyes, Ears and Mouth

Sunday, December 2: Embodying the Muscular System
10:30am-1:30pm, Introduction to Muscle Tissue and Principles
2:30pm-5:00pm, Muscle Movement at the Molecular Level

Locations, Full Session Descriptions & Application

Full Weekend $450.00 CADFriday, all day $165.00 CADFriday 10:00am-1:00pm $90.00 CADFriday 2:30pm -5:00pm $75.00 CADSaturday, all day $165.00 CADSaturday 10:00am-1:00pm $90.00 CADSaturday 2:30pm -5:00pm $75.00 CADSunday, all day $165.00 CADSunday 10:00am-1:00pm $90.00 CADSunday 2:30pm -5:00pm $75.00 CAD

A $100 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your place. Within 2 weeks of this event, please pay in full.

Yoga Teachers’ Retreat at Swallow’s Bridge, Alton, Ontario presented by Merit Travel

November 16 – 18, 2018, with Tama Soble 
Shared Room (2- 3/room) $495 (pp)

Join fellow teachers for a weekend of asana, pranayama, and walking meditation. Exchange ideas. Develop and deepen your own practice and teaching. Teachers and teacher trainees of any level of experience are welcome.
swallowsbridgeretreat.com

More Information & Application

Studio portion of payment $195 is due now.