Introduction to the Yamas and Niyamas

Sunday, January 27, with Ana Bodnar
2:15pm–5:00pm, $60

In this workshop, we will review the Yamas and Niyamas as they are outlined in Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras and then reflect on them using various translations, including a commentary from a women’s, heart-centred perspective. We will discuss how the Yamas and Niyamas continue to be vibrant and engaging in our current times, and how they apply to our teaching and our lives.

Freeing the Voice

Friday, February 8, with Gerry Trentham
1:00pm-3:00pm, $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.

Yoga for Anxiety and Depression

Saturday, February 23 – Sunday, February 24, 2018
with Tama Soble and Janice Meilach
Saturday 12:00pm-6:30pm
Sunday 10:30am – 5:00pm  $325

Spend a weekend exploring how asana, pranayama and meditation practices support the physical body, the nervous and respiratory systems, and the mind in returning to homeostasis. We will practise, write, and engage in discussion in order to reflect on how as teachers we might support those living with the challenges of anxiety and depression. For yoga and meditation teachers, teachers in training and anyone studying and/or working in the mental health arena. CEU’s awarded through Yoga Alliance.

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Yoga for Anxiety and Depression $325.00 CADDeposit for Yoga for Anxiety and Depression $100.00 CAD

Yoga for Healthy Joints…NEW!

Friday, March 1, with Della Croteau
12:30pm-2:30pm, $40

Learn yoga postures to enhance ease, comfort and fluid movement through all joints of the body, especially those which are stiff and sore. We will concentrate on mobilizing joints where osteoarthritis tends to develop – hips, lower back, knees, fingers and wrists. We will discuss why movement is essential for both healthy and arthritic joints from medical and yoga perspectives. For students of all ages and at any level of practice.

Awakening the Spine

Saturday, March 23 – Sunday, March 24
with Monica Voss and Tama Soble
Saturday, 10:00am-5:30pm, Sunday, 10:30am-5:00pm, $325

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.

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Awakening the Spine Weekend $325.00 CADDeposit for Awakening the Spine $100.00 CAD

Exploring the Psoas

Friday, April 5, with Tama Soble
12:30pm-3:00pm, $50

The psoas muscle is powerful and intelligent.  It lies deep in the torso connecting spine, pelvis and legs.  Understanding how to release, stretch and strengthen the psoas can help us to integrate and stabilize the entire physical body and free the respiratory system.  We will explore postures and breathing practices to deepen our awareness and understanding of the role of the psoas.

Chronic Pain Management with Yoga

Saturday, April 6, with Kathy Felkai
3:00pm-5:00pm, $40

An interactive workshop for students living with chronic pain, and yoga teachers who would like to guide their students toward management and recovery. We will explore gentle yoga postures and breathing exercises to relieve pain, improve mobility, reduce anxiety, lift mood and rediscover the joy of movement.

Introducing Pranayama

Friday, May 10, with Monica Voss
1:00pm-3:00pm, $40

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

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

Saturday, May 4 – Sunday, May 5, with Tama Soble and Monica Voss
Saturday 10:00am – 5:30pm
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.

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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

From the Ground Up: How to Teach Beginners

Saturday, June 15 – Sunday, June 16, with Monica Voss and Tama Soble
Saturday, 10:00pm-5:30pm,
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.

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

Yoga Teachers’ Retreat at Swallow’s Bridge, Alton, Ontario

November 15 – 17, 2019, with Tama Soble 
Shared Room (2- 3/room) $510 (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.
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