Themed Yoga Classes

Monday, September 8 – Friday, September 12, with Monica Voss, 8:00am-9:15am ET, $100/week, $25/class
on Zoom

Many of us have been searching for meaning during this difficult time for the whole world. Devotion to – or even momentary awareness of – Nature will provide succour to our discouraged minds, physical support for our tired bodies, rich sensory experience and will foster hope in our hearts. We can trust in the benefits that studying our environment provides. Take time during your practice to appreciate what’s outside your body, outside your home. As a focus for meditation, the natural world holds infinite variety and promise.

Image: Detail from Ram and Lakshman wait out the monsoon, Tulsidas Ramayana, c. 1775

September 12, November 21, with Tama Soble, 1:00pm-3:00pm, $30/class, included in unlimited passes
at the Studio

October 10, December 12, with Tama Soble, 1:00pm-3:00pm ET, $30/class, included in unlimited passes,
on Zoom

Enjoy the pleasure of deepening your practice by taking time at the end of the week to unwind and revitalize. For students and teachers at every level.

“I really enjoyed your Friday Intensive yesterday. I look forward to your monthly classes and love the way you lead up to the theme, gradually encouraging us to open our rib cage as yesterday. I always leave inspired and encouraged in my ability to move into poses with more ease and comfort.” SM

Monday, September 15 – Friday, September 19, with Tama Soble, 8:00am – 9:15am ET, $100/week, $25/class
on Zoom

There is a wondrous and complex group of structures that comprise the thoracic cage. We will explore the interactive relationship among the ribs, spine and diaphragm, and how they protect and affect the heart, lungs and thymus. Using postures and breathing practices, we will get to know this remarkable area of the body as we dive deeply inside over the course of the week.

Image: Playground in Reykjavik, 1957, Gunnar Runar Olafsson

Mondays, September 15, 22, 29, October 6, 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17, 24 with Donna Oliver, 5:00pm-6:00pm ET, $180/10 classes, $21/class *no class Monday October 13
at the Studio

We will review several different forms from previous sessions. New participants always welcome.

Monday, September 22 – Friday, September 26, with Mar Jean Olson, 8:00am-9:15am ET, $80/wk, $25/class, *no class Tues Sept 23
on Zoom

We’ll learn some anatomy and practise beneficial exercises for strength, flexibility and movement awareness. Discover how knees and feet respond to changes in surfaces to facilitate balance, help prevent slips and falls, and prepare for changing conditions underfoot as we move into fall and winter.

Monday, September 29 – Friday, October 3, with Julia Juhas, 8:00am-9:15am ET, $100/week, $25/class
on Zoom

Although the shoulder girdle is brilliantly designed to be extremely mobile, more often than not, it feels the opposite due to the weight of the world we carry on our shoulders. Why not lighten the load? Let’s rediscover shoulder mobility through the exploration of movement of the bones and soft tissue that make up the shoulder girdle and how these movements affect the spine.

“If, like me, you’re recovering from the fatigue of a respiratory infection, attend (Awaken the Shoulder Girdle) with Julia Juhas. The focus on the shoulder blades, especially, helped open my torso and I have been able to breathe more deeply and come off the mat more energized as a result.” Candace S

“I enjoyed ‘Awaken the Shoulder Girdle’ with Julia Juhas. I learned a lot about shoulders and mine have never felt so released and relaxed! The class was a perfect blend of information, instruction, and helpful feedback in a safe and friendly space. ” Jan Fleming

Monday, October 6 – Friday, October 10, with Della Croteau, 8:00am-9:15am ET, $100/wk, $25/class
on Zoom

Join us for yoga with some autumnal walking in mind! This series will focus on hip joints, knees, ankles and feet for stable walking and releasing tension in your shoulders, which tend to tighten as the weather gets colder.

Image: A thousand mile journey begins with the first step, Shaolin Temple, Henan, China, 2002

Monday, October 13 – Friday, October 17, with Mariko Tanabe, 8:00am-9:15am ET, $100/week, $25/class
on Zoom

During the first eight weeks of our life, our bodies create their primordial form through the dynamic stages of embryological development. Structures arise, disappear, or are transformed to set the foundation for the patterns and systems of our mature bodies. These imprints underlie the formative patterns of our movement, perceptions and primary relationships.

We will explore these processes through an embodied journey of meditation, movement and touch. Discover ways to support your current body’s expression,while honouring your genesis and unique physical creation stories.

All are welcome.

Monday, October 20 – Friday, October 24, with Monica Voss, 8:00am-9:15am ET, $100/week, $25/class
on Zoom

Hatha yoga, as taught by Vanda Scaravelli, was structured in groups of 4 postures, but over many years, our practice has evolved into the repetition of 3, 4, 5 sometimes 7 or 10 movements, again and again. There’s value in repeating something 3 times or 3 X 3 or 3 X 10. Sequences, series, chains and trains of exercises help settle the mind and teach acceptance of the body: how it is right now and how things change. The outcomes of repetition are kindness and release, reconciliation and understanding, and the ability to see a new way forward.