PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SERIES (4) FOR YOGA TEACHERS with Paola di Paolo , RYT500 Date: Thursdays: Sept. 23rd, Oct. 14th, Nov. 4th & 25th Time: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Cost: $92.00 (includes HST) * Class size is limited
There comes a time as yoga teachers when we have questions about the asanas, the breath, the students and our teaching. Paola will guide us in a series specifically for yoga teachers to aid in the continuing development of our yoga teachings. Working in a small group, we will have an opportunity to gain clarity and understanding through both practical applications and discussion based on the "focus" of the class. Questions will be submitted prior to the first class so we can begin from a place of mutual interest, confusion or curiosity. Explore your understanding and present it in a more meaningful way to students. The class meets every 3rd week for 4 sessions. There will be no drop ins due to continuity. The series is geared to certified yoga teachers with a minimum of 200 hours training. *There will be No DROP IN option with this series for reason of continuity
See Teachers page for Paola's information.
PRENATAL YOGA - A 4-Week INTRODUCTION SERIES with Courtney Jeffery , CYT
Date:Saturdays October 2nd - 30th* * No class on Thanksgiving Weekend Oct. 9th
We are pleased to be offering a 4 week PreNatal Yoga Introduction series. These safe and supportive classes will include relaxation, breath work and gentle movement to nurture you and your baby during pregnancy and help prepare you for birth and motherhood. Yoga is an ideal modality for all stages of pregnancy. The emphasis on increasing body and breath awareness can allow you to work with the transformations of pregnancy with calm and confidence. Variations will be given for all stages of pregnancy. All stages of pregnancy welcome. The class size will be limited to ensure a safe and supportive environment. Pre-registration is required.
INTRODUCTION TO MEDITATION & MINDFULNESS with Jack Connelly
Date: Sunday October 17th, 2010
Meditation is not a technique. It is more a state of mind or quality of awareness. We practice meditation techniques in order to promote these states of mind or ways of being. Jack draws on a wide range of experiences and the workshop will introduce the basics of meditation and mindfulness to help work towards a meditation practice. The classes are suitable for beginners or those curious about the practice.
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ASHTANGA YOGA WORKSHOP - Primary & Second Series Focusing on Hip & Shoulder Opening with Caroline Owen, RYT500
Date: Sunday October 3, 2010 * Space is Limited. Deadline for registration is September 27th, 2010 Ashtanga yoga includes some challenging poses that are very effective in opening the hips and shoulders, as long as the body is well-prepared. This workshop will focus on preparing these areas of the body, to safely access the postures in the Series (1 & 2). Taking an unique approach to the Ashtanga yoga series, Caroline will weave in pranayama ( breathwork), chanting, visualization and some partner work to enhance the experience. Previous yoga experience is recommended
Caroline Owen became interested in yoga in the 1980's while everyone around her was sweating to the 20-minute workout. After being introduced to Buddhist meditation as a teenager, yoga seemed like a great complement to combining body and mind awareness. She completed teacher training in 1992 and continued to study yoga with Esther Myers through the 1990's. In 2002, she became interested in the discipline and structure of Ashtanga Yoga and attended several classes and workshops with Ron Reid & Diane Bruni (Downward Dog Yoga), Richard Freeman, Danny Paradise, Chuck Miller, Maty Ezraty, Ana Forrest and Sarah Powers before travelling to Mysore, India, the birthplace of Ashtanga yoga. She studied for six months with Sri K. Pattabhi Jois and his grandson, Sharath Rangaweamy. Caroline continues her studies in Yoga Therapy and philosophy with TKV Desikachar and his son Kausthub Desikachar in the United States and India. Caroline runs group classes in Norwood, Peterborough and Toronto and also is a Thai Yoga Massage practitioner.
YOGA THRIVE: Beyond Cancer, Yoga for Wellness From Surviving to Thriving ~ A 7- week program with Sharon Smith-Carter
Date: Tuesdays October 5th - November 23rd* * There will be no class on Oct. 26th Yoga THRIVE is a research-based, therapeutic yoga program for cancer survivors either on or off treatment. This gentle, 7- week program is based on hatha yoga, but has been modified for cancer survivors - especially those who are experiencing stiffness, pain, stress or fatigue. Dr. Nicole Culos-Reed (University of Calgary) has been researching the benefits of this program in collaboration with Susi Hately - Aldous, Kinesiologist and Yoga Teacher, (specializing in therapeutic yoga - Functional Synergy Inc.) since 2002. Past participants have found significant benefits in overall mood, stress levels, physical strength, range of motion and quality of life. Research continues to be tied to the program. No previous yoga experience is necessary and the program is progressive as each class builds on the next. Classes are held once a week over a 7- week period and pre-registration is required. A support person is also welcome to register for the class if desired. The Instructor of this course have been trained at the University of Calgary with this protocol and is a certified yoga instructor who will ensure individual attention and safety within the class. A minimum number of 6 participants are needed for the classes to run.
See Teachers page for Sharon's information.
ARM BALANCES & INVERSIONS WORKSHOP with Paola di Paolo , RYT500
Date: Sunday November 21st, 2010
Inversions can be exciting, energizing, playful, focusing and fun! Join special guest teacher Paola di Paolo, (Four Directions Yoga & Esther Myers Yoga Studio) as she guides us through an exploration of arm balances and inversions. Learn about finding your centre, your grounding and your focus when you become "upside down". This workshop will allow us to practice safe ways of approaching inverted poses , preparatory postures for inversions as well as counter balance postures. Develop more confidence towards these often intimidating asanas. Bring your questions, thoughts and sense of adventure to this workshop.
See Teachers page for Paola's information.
MEDITATION: A DEEPER EXPLORATION with Jack Connelly
Date: Saturday November 6th, 2010
A workshop that focuses on the deepening of ones meditation experience. Suitable for those with meditation experience or a practice. Jack will include a longer period of silent meditation and discussion of various aspects of developing or moving deeper in the meditative experience.
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CANDLELIGHT YOGA ON THE WINTER SOLSTICE A Fundraiser for Kawartha Lakes Humane Society with Sharon Smith-Carter
Date: Tuesday December 21st, 2010
A workshop that focuses on the deepening of ones meditation experience. Suitable for those with meditation experience or a practice. Jack will include a longer period of silent meditation and discussion of various aspects of developing or moving deeper in the meditative experience.
See Teachers page for Sharon's information.
a post-dated cheque or cash payment is required to secure a place in the workshop you have 7 days in which to submit payment or your spot will no longer be held any cancellations within 4-7 days of the workshop will incur a 25% administration charge There will be no refunds within 3 days of the workshop
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