Toronto holds some of the country's best yoga workshops and events, from one day yoga intensives, meditation workshops, couple's therapy, or inspirational speakers. The events/workshops section will keep you in the loop of what's going on in your city.
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SANSKRIT, CHANTING AND THE BHAGAVAD GITA - 20 Hours
Taught by Hali Schwartz
Saturday, March 13 - 10:00am-12:30pm & 1:30pm-4:00pm
Sunday, March 14 - 10:00am-12:30pm & 1:30pm-4:00pm
Saturday, March 20 - 10:00am-12:30pm & 1:30pm-4:00pm
Sunday, March 21 - 10:00am-12:30pm & 1:30pm-4:00pm
In this 20 hour course we will delve into the Sanskrit alphabet to learn its sacred sounds. The Sanskrit language has been called 'the language of the Gods' by the great saints and sages of the Indian subcontinent, and is the very cornerstone of our yoga heritage as we know it today. We will explore the sacred text, The Bhagavad Gita, and while learning its elegant and powerful message we will have a chance to practice chantin
Spring brings the return of sunlight, and the renewal of the earth's energy. The earth warms, plants send down roots and begin to grow toward the sky. The practice of Kundalini Yoga is a wonderful way to celebrate this change in season. We will practise yoga sets and meditations that are both grounding and energizing. Traditional Kundalini yoga food will be served after the workshop.
$55
This seminar will look at issues relevant to yoga teachers. You will be introduced to the basics of income tax and GST and the most common pitfalls. The question of whether to incorporate will be explored and bookkeeping requirements will be reviewed. There will be time for discussion, questions and answers.
$35
This seminar will look at issues relevant to yoga teachers. You will be introduced to the basics of income tax and GST and the most common pitfalls. The question of whether to incorporate will be explored and bookkeeping requirements will be reviewed.
There will be time for discussion, questions and answers.
$35
Treat yourself to a weekend in the country exploring movement and breath. Profound release can occur with time for deep relaxation, mindful walking and an extended period of yoga practice.
www.swallowsbridge.com
March 26-28
Shared Room (3 or 4/room) $395
Through discussion and practice, we will explore approaches to teaching mindfulness/awareness meditation to beginners. Our focus will center on the basic meditation "tool kit" for working with the mind in sitting practice. Emphasis will also be placed on preparing the student for seated meditation using stretching, relaxation, breathing exercises and visualization.
$40
Increase the range of motion in your upper back. Enjoy an enhanced sense of freedom and mobility.
$50.
Take both "Yoga for Upper Back, Necks & Shoulders" and "Yoga for your eyes" for $70
Simple eye exercises for relieving eye strain and improving focus. Techniques for developing new visual habits.
$30.
Take both "Yoga for Upper Back, Necks & Shoulders" and "Yoga for your eyes" for $70
Sundays, 11 am - 12:30 pm
April 4 - 25
4 weeks ~ $80
For those who have never practiced or practiced very little and would like to start at the beginning. Lots of attention to detail and hands-on assisting will help students find ease and comfort in their practice.
If you are starting your yoga journey and want to create a solid foundation of understanding for your practice, join us for a 4 week Beginner's Series.
This progressive series provides new practitioners with the skills and knowledge to confidently, and safely embark on their yoga practice. Learn and share with other new yogis and yoginis as you build knowledge experience week to week!
In this series, we will cover proper placement and alignment of various beginner's asana (postures) – and how to "feel" these poses. You will also experience the wonderful world of accessing and using your breath, and how it can help you, not only during your yoga practice, but in everyday life!
You will learn, common "flows" or "vinyasa" with precision and safety, with modifications offered to suit different body types or injury.
We will also discuss the origins of yoga, aspects of yogic philosophy and yoga etiquette. Sundays from 11:00 -12:15am.
For expectant mothers, the pre-natal classes are an opportunity to prepare your mind and body for the changes and challenges of pregnancy and labour. Connect with other expecting mothers as you are taken through safe and gentle yoga postures and breathing techniques that will not only keep you in shape while pregnant but will help you release tension and reduce anxiety.
Classes are designed to not only open, but strengthen your body, letting you meet the ever, changing challenges and transformations of your body during pregnancy. Appropriate modifications provided for each trimester. Tuesdays from 6:30-7:45pm.
Luna Lodge is a heavenly sanctuary dedicated to yoga, meditation and the preservation of our natural world. Join us on our annual Costa Rican yoga adventure!
Visit www.lunalodge.com and www.estheryoga.com for information and photos of this remote and
beautiful destination.
April 7-14
From $2995 (including flight, accommodation, 3 meals and twice daily yoga instruction)
Friday, April 9 - 6:30pm-9:30pm
Saturday, April 10 - 10:00am-12:30pm & 1:30pm-4:00pm
Sunday, April 11 - 10:00am-12:30pm & 1:30pm-4:00pm
Friday, April 16 - 6:30pm-9:30pm
Saturday, April 17 - 10:00am-12:30pm & 1:30pm-4:00pm
Sunday, April 18 - 10:00am-12:30pm & 1:30pm-4:00pm
In this 30 hour training we will explore the fundamentals of;
• Yin and Yang theory
• The Chinese Meridian System: how we can improve the health and function of our organs and overall well being
• Role of our muscles, connective tissues & bones in a yin practice
• How to teach and sequence a yin yoga class
• Understanding the benefits of a yin practice
• Exploring acupressure for certain ailments while holding the postures
This course is appropriate for yoga teachers and dedicated practioners who want to deepen their understanding of the practice. Prior yin yoga experience is not required.
For more information or to register please visit our website at www.theyogasanctuary.net or call us at 416.461.6161
The Ecology Retreat Centre is set within 200 acres of the splendid natural forest of the Niagara Escarpment Hills. Join us for practice in the country.
From $400.
This 250 hour yoga teacher training course covers the details and adjustments of each posture in the Primary Series of Ashtanga yoga and the use of these postures as the basis for a flowing Hatha class.
Meditation, Yoga Therapy, Sanskrit, Chanting, Anatomy, Physiology and Yoga Philosophy will be covered. In addition to the weekend training program students are required to attend 35 public classes, 10 observation classes (no class pass required) and 25 Yoga Clinic classes during the training period. To this end, each student will be given 60 class passes, plus a bonus of 10 class passes, which may be used at the Barrie campus, while in the teacher training program. They will not be accepted outside of this time frame.
The successful completion of this 250-hour course qualifies you to find an entry-level position as a Certified Yoga Teacher and gives you all the foundations of learning to guide and instruct others.
A Certificate is granted upon satisfactory completion of the course.
The Yoga Sanctuary is officially affiliated with the Yoga Alliance in the United States and our course fulfills their requirements for a 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training Certification. Graduates of our program may become members of the Yoga Alliance upon successful completion of the course.
Yoga and meditation can be powerful tools for helping to manage anxiety and stress. Learn simple postures to help relieve the tension that accumulates in your body, as well as breathing and meditation techniques to help soothe your nervous system.
No previous yoga experience is necessary. All levels, including new students are welcome. Pre-registration is required.
Join leading Canadian Certified Anusara Yoga teachers, Barrie Risman and Robin Golt, this coming Spring 2010 in Toronto for a dynamic yoga training that promises to deepen your yoga practice and stokes your hearts inner fire.
The Anusara Yoga Immersion is a great journey into Anusara Yoga Philosophy and technology. It provides a powerful framework for your own deepening relationship with the practices of asana, meditation, pranayama,study and contemplation. The Immersion is the pre-requisite to any Anusara Teacher Training Program.
This three part Immersion will take place in four segments, commencing April 2010. The Immersion is sequential, with each part building on the last, however you may participate in just one or two parts if you wish.The Immersion will be held in the heart of the Historic Distillery District in Toronto, Canada's premier creative precint for arts, culture and heritage.
Pre requisites to the Immersion - 30 hours of yoga study with a licensed Anusara Yoga Teacher. $650 per phase or $600 with early registration ( + GST ) before Feb 1st. A flexible payment plan is available, please inquire. A deposit of $150 is required to register.
To request an application or for more information, please contact Vicki Tarrant.
Complete your 200-hour yoga certification in two months with an internationally recognized training program. Each weekend, retreat into the depth of inquiry-based yoga, a non-authoritarian approach that draws on both traditional and contemporary styles of yoga.
Interdisciplinary Yoga® is a unique form of yoga that draws from diverse styles currently being practiced in the West.
“It has been a long-time dream to bring this training to our community. Don and Amba have created a program that deeply honors the innate creativity and inner wisdom of the student. This style of yoga has transformed my life and my practice, and I am truly delighted to be able to share it with you!”
-Tamika, Program Director
Directed by Tamika Schilbe, Assistant Director Indira Kate Kalmbach
Includes 5 days with Amba & Don Stapleton, Ph.D. (Founders of NYI)
Don Stapleton is also the Dean of Kripalu Yoga Education
LEAP INTO YOUR FULL POTENTIAL WITH TODD NORIAN AND ANN GREENE
Come explore the inspiring myths of Hanuman, the heroic monkey god from the Indian epic, the Ramayana, whose stories illuminate the possibility of living from our heart's fullest potential. Todd and Ann will interweave these myths into a playful and spiritually uplifting practice that will awaken your heart and inspire you to leap into your greatness like Hanuman.
Fri. 7-9:30pm: REMEMBER YOUR GREATNESS ~ A potpourri of spiritually uplifting poses including standing poses, twists and forward bends ending with a Kirtan. Mixed Levels $55 +GST
Sat. 10:00am-1:00pm: AWAKEN THE COURAGEOUS HEART ~ Standing poses, hip openers, backbends and more. Mixed Levels. $70 +GST
Sat. 3:00-5:30pm: LEAP INTO YOUR FULL POTENTIAL ~ Hip openers, forward bends and twists. Mixed Levels. $60 +GST
Sun. 10am-1:00pm: "MONKEYING" AROUND: PLAYFULNESS AS A HEART VIRTUE ~ Upbeat hand balances, backbends and other swinging, playful poses! Int/Adv Level. $75 +GST
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.
$40
BACKBENDING INTO BLISS & OBSERVING THE SUBTLE BODY - 10 Hours
Co-taught by Cynthia Funk, Karusia Wroblewski and Janine Woo
Saturday, April 24 - 10:00am-12:30pm & 1:30pm-4:00pm
Sunday, April 25 - 10:00am-12:30pm & 1:30pm-4:00pm
Using Natarajasana as a template let’s dive into the ecstasy of back bending. Nataraja is the Divine Dancer who rides the waves of cosmic energy. During this weekend we will analyze the elements of backbends from a number of perspectives.
We will look at anatomy and preparatory poses that stretch, strengthen, awaken and balance the core and the limbs helping those with back issues. We will use our understanding of the chakras and five elements in order to explore and align the psycho-emotional components of these postures.
As well we will incorporate aspects of Shakti Yoga dance flows to awaken the inner juiciness that will make our backbends shine.
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.
$300
On April 25, 2010 participate in the 2nd annual Yoga in Motion at the beautiful Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex. On this very special day you can do something amazing - a double fitness marathon of yoga and *Zumba®. New this year, high energy *Zumba® fitness sessions.
In order to participate, you will need to raise a minimum of $250. Register as an individual or form a team to collectively fundraise together. Together, we are IN MOTION FOR A CURE.
Come experience Kino’s unique, inspirational and playful approach to yoga. All levels of students are welcome to attend.
Kino MacGregor is one of a select group of people to receive Certification to teach Ashtanga Yoga by its founder Sri K. Pattabhi Jois in Mysore, India. The youngest woman to hold this title, she has completed the challenging Third Series and is now learning the Fourth Series.
ARM AND HAND BALANCING & TAP INTO THE GAP - 10 Hours
Co-taught by Cynthia Funk, Karen Cove and Deborah Whipple
Saturday, May 1- 10:00am-12:30pm & 1:30pm-4:00pm
Sunday, May 2 - 10:00am-12:30pm & 1:30pm-4:00pm
This module will focus on both self-practice and the art of refining communication on how to teach the more advanced and challenging arm and hand balances. Tuning into the anatomical details of the shoulder girdle, arms, wrists and hands. Together we will learn to balance the weight of our bodies on our hands, while learning techniques for doing this safely. We will encourage our students to feel just as confident while standing on their hands as on their two feet. We will fly upside down to the sky!
Meet every new moment on the mat! Focusing on authentic expression and creative movement, we will learn how to feel and be yoga, rather than "do" yoga. We will learn to let the practice evolve out of a deeper sense of embodied consciousness as old ideas dissolve making room for the ancient bliss of freedom yoga to move us in an ever evolving and fresh experience.
Let's explore our habituated ideas and fine tune our awareness as we tap into the gap between what is and what should be - between the program and the potential.
Want to become a yoga teacher? This training is 12 consecutive weeks with 20 hours per week and will prove to be demanding, fulfilling and transformative! It is an ideal course for people who wish to acquire new skills toward a rewarding new career, as either a full-time or part-time yoga instructor.
Yoga has come of age and the number of people who practice yoga has increased three-fold in the last decade. As more and more people embrace yoga, there is an increasing demand for certified teachers. Yoga teaching has become one of the fastest growing professions in North America.
If you have discipline, dedication and a passion for yoga then this fast track teacher training program is for you.
This 250 hour yoga teacher training course covers the details and adjustments of each posture in the Primary Series of Ashtanga yoga and the use of these postures as the basis for a flowing Hatha class.
Meditation, Yoga Therapy, Sanskrit, Chanting, Anatomy, Physiology and Yoga Philosophy will be covered. In addition to the weekend training program students are required to attend 35 public classes, 10 observation classes (no class pass required) and 25 Yoga Clinic classes during the training period. To this end, each student will be given 60 class passes, plus a bonus of 10 class passes, which may be used at either our College or Danforth studio locations, while in the teacher training program. They will not be accepted outside of this time frame.
The successful completion of this 250-hour course qualifies you to find an entry-level position as a Certified Yoga Teacher and gives you all the foundations of learning to guide and instruct others.
A Certificate is granted upon satisfactory completion of the course.
The Yoga Sanctuary is officially affiliated with the Yoga Alliance in the United States and our course fulfills their requirements for a 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training Certification. Graduates of our program may become members of the Yoga Alliance upon successful completion of the course.
Saturday & Sunday
10:30am to 1:30pm & 2:30pm to 6:00pm
For more information or to register please visit our website at www.theyogasanctuary.net or call us at 416.461.6161
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