Class Schedule

strengthen & lengthen hatha yoga

MONDAY/WEDNESDAY/FRIDAY - Zoom

9:00 am (30 mins) 3x/wk

April 1 - May 31 (sessions resume in September)

Note: No class: April 10, May 3, 20 (Victoria Day)

Packages of 6 classes = $60 (great way to try the course!)

Package of 12 classes = $110 (1 class free)

Package of 24 classes - $210 (3 classes free)

We meet 3 times per week on ZOOM for a condensed practice, where we work on the intricacies required of a different pose, sequence, or muscle group each week. There is a focus on the breath as we prepare the required and supportive muscles and tissues through movement and using different tools.

At the end of class you will be set up and encouraged to relax and settle into your own shavasana beyond the class ending. This is to give us time to concentrate on the shorter active practice. Please give yourself the 5-15 minutes after class to consciously relax into shavasana to truly reap the full benefit of the practice.

Props suggested: yoga blocks, a yoga strap or towel, stretchy bands, light hand weights, a blanket, pillows, and a chair or wall available to help with balance.

yin yoga

THURSDAYS - 4:30 pm (60 mins)

April 4 - May 30

No classes: April 11, May 2

In Person at New Moon Yoga (small class size)

Package of 7 classes = $105 (sessions resume in September)

**most props provided (except yoga mats)

Yin is a more introspective, quiet practice done on the floor (with a mat and props), where time is given to settle into poses slowly and passively.

It’s a journey of learning to let go of your expectations and be an observer. To settle in, waiting for that release of the connective tissues, then perhaps letting go a little further, settling in and listening again. We do this for 3-7 minutes for each pose. It is proven that holding, relaxing, breathing, repeat, is one of the best ways to truly effect noticeable change in our tissues. Learning to take this time and using different breathing techniques, allows the nervous system to settle into a parasympathetic state (rest and digest), which is so helpful for optimal health and over-all well being. As poses are held, and your nervous system relaxes, your body starts to let go and allows lengthening of the connective tissues.

It is a beautiful practice to undo the stresses of every day activities or lack of activity. But take note - just because this is not a movement class does not mean it is “easy” or “hard”. You are in full control of where you take your practice. In fact, it is better to not push things to your limit, but rather let things soften slowly, adjusting your edge as you relax into the pose. It is definitely a journey.

Afterwards you feel a sense of calm making for a great sleep. Suitable for all levels.

Props required: yoga mat

(blankets, yoga blocks, yoga straps, bolsters are supplied but you are welcome to bring your own)

chair yoga

THURSDAYS - 10:30am (60 mins)

In Person at Rideau Park United Church & available on Zoom

April 4 - May 30 (sessions resume in September)

No classes: April 11, May 2

Package of 7 classes = $105

gentle movement hatha yoga

FRIDAYS - 10:30am (60 mins)

In Person at Rideau Park United Church (Alta Vista) & on Zoom

April 5 - May 31

No classes: May 3

Package of 8 classes = $120 (sessions resume in September)

Chairs are used as another tool to assist us through a Gentle Hatha practice. We start sitting on our chairs and move to standing poses and movement using the chair for balance.  You do whatever you feel comfortable doing. Options are given.

This is a great class for those who: are getting over an injury; have arthritis or fibromyalgia; have balance issues; have trouble getting up and down; have not practiced in awhile; have never practiced yoga before; want to approach things a little gentler with time to really feel what is happening in their body. Students are often surprised how much of a full body workout this class can be.

There is lots of instruction allowing time to build up strength, mobility, flexibility, better balance and deeper/smoother breathing.

Suggested props to bring: light hand weights (1-3 lbs), yoga blocks, yoga strap, stretchy band

Various gentle movements are mixed with Hatha yoga which is a branch of yoga that emphasizes physical movement and asanas (poses) to bring awareness inward - paying attention to your body, your mind, your breath - to be present in the moment, separating from external influences. We explore the practice at a gentler pace, stopping to explore poses and flows. Lots of instruction. Great for those who want to get back on their mats, have never done yoga before, and/or want to build strength, mobility, flexibility and balance at a gentler pace.

Props: Mat (required), yoga blocks, yoga strap, blanket