Unlock the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda and integrate it into your modern lifestyle for enhanced well-being and vitality!
Join Sonia for a comprehensive 20-hour course that will empower you with the knowledge and tools to harmonize your mind, body, and soul. Whether you're a seasoned yogi or new to the practice, this course is designed to help you discover and bring the ancient principles and practices of Ayurveda into your daily life.
Learning Objectives:
Understand the relevance of the Eight Limbs of Yoga in modern life and behavior.
Explore the four Vedic goals and their relation to your daily life.
Discover your dosha or constitution through the elements and qualities of Ayurveda.
Learn to bring balance to your life using the tri-doshic theory.
Course Outline:
Explore the role of diet, nutrition, and digestion in Ayurveda.
Discover how toxins (Ama) are formed in the body and how to support an Ama-free body.
Learn to support your body's detoxification process and maintain vitality.
Uncover the healing qualities of spices and foods through Ayurvedic tastes.
Study the constitutions (prakurti) and states of imbalance (vikruti) to tap into a higher level of self-awareness.
Practice specific pranayama and yoga postures for the different constitutions.
Integrate Ayurveda, Yoga, and modern science principles for holistic well-being.
Dates & Times:
October 3-5, 2025
Friday: 6 pm ET to 9 pm ET
Saturday & Sunday: 10 am ET to 5 pm ET each day
***Sunday includes a cooking demonstration and Ayurvedic lunch prepared by Sonia!***
Cost: EARLY BIRD SAVINGS! $525.00 per person before August 31, 2025. $575.00 per person thereafter.
If you live away from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, and would like printed training materials to be sent to you, please ensure you sign up at least 10 days before the course start date in order for us to ship the materials to you. Otherwise e-documents will be provided, where possible.
Our 3,000 square foot Education Centre offers a large open concept training area with high ceilings and an abundance of natural light and excellent ventilation. There is a kitchen with fridge, microwave, kettle and dishware. We have a dining area with tables and chairs, 2 gender neutral bathrooms, leaning library, and our Administration Offices.
Note:
This course is open to the general public. While 6 months to 1 year of regular yoga practice is recommended, all levels are welcome!
For 200 Hour certified Yoga Teachers, this course provides CEUs with Yoga Alliance. It's also part of our Yoga Alliance 300 Hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training and 800 Hour Yoga Therapy Program.
300 Hour Program - Core Module - 20 Hours
800 Hour Program - Core Module - 20 hours
Join us on this enriching journey to holistic well-being and self-discovery!
Reserve your spot now and embrace the transformative power of Ayurveda!
Our 3,000 square foot Education Centre offers a large open concept training area with high ceilings and an abundance of natural light and excellent ventilation. There is a kitchen with fridge, microwave, kettle and dishware. We have a dining area with tables and chairs, 2 gender neutral bathrooms, and our Administration Office.
Join us for our Karma Community Flow, a weekly donation-based class that blends the power of yoga with the spirit of giving. This inspiring community offering is open to all levels and led by a rotating team of skilled teachers—graduates of our Hatha Yoga Teacher Training program.
Each quarter, we partner with a local organization to donate class proceeds and raise awareness for important causes in our city. This quarter, your donations will support the Parkdale Food Centre, working to address food insecurity in Ottawa.
This is more than just a yoga class—it’s a chance to connect, practice, and give back. Your $11 minimum donation carries special meaning in yoga philosophy, symbolizing spiritual growth and collective upliftment.
Whether you're a regular or new to our community, we invite you to show up, move your body, and help make a positive impact—one breath at a time.
Donation: $11.00 per person for the Parkdale Food Centre.
Experience the ultimate savasana in this deeply restorative yoga class.
Using supportive props, you’ll ease into gentle postures designed to release tension and invite deep relaxation.
As you settle into stillness, soothing sounds of crystal bowls, chimes, vocals, and percussion will wash over you, guiding your body and mind into a meditative state of rest and renewal.
Cost: PranaShanti Drop-In Fee, Class Package, or Membership
Props are provided, but feel free to bring an eye pillow or anything else that enhances your comfort. Dress in cozy layers and prepare to unwind.
Location: PranaShanti Yoga Centre, 950 Gladstone Ave., Ottawa, ON. Studio: Soul Room.
Move your body, open your heart, and nourish your spirit in this uplifting 90-minute workshop blending physical fitness with mindful self-compassion.
Lindsay will guide you through a unique combination of:
Cardio and conditioning exercises to get your heart pumping and boost your vitality.
Breathwork and mindful movement to help you tune in to your body and release tension.
Compassion practices that cultivate "loving kindness" toward yourself and others, leaving you feeling grounded and open.
Combining "Loving Kindness" meditation techniques with high intensity exercises, fun music, and cooling yin poses, this workshop will create the perfect arc of energy to act as a reset for your heart, mind, and body. Be prepared to sweat but know that modifications will be offered to ensure an accessible experience for all levels.
You’ll be encouraged to listen to your body, move at your own pace, and explore the powerful connection between physical health and emotional well-being.
You’ll leave feeling energized, empowered, and more deeply connected to yourself and the world around you.
Cost: $40.00 per person in advance, $45.00 per person day of.
Location: PranaShanti Yoga Centre, 950 Gladstone Ave., Ottawa, ON. Studio: Body Room.
200-Hour Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training FREE Info. Session
Wednesday, October 8th, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online Session
FREE INFORMATION SESSION
This program is life-transforming and is for everyone. Whether you are interested in becoming a teacher or wanting to deepen your yoga practice and knowledge.
To find out more about our upcoming Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training, please join Devinder Kaur for our FREE Information Session. Learn about our program and ask questions.
PranaShanti Yoga Centre offers internationally recognized Yoga Teacher Training programs in Hatha Yoga and Kundalini Yoga. We are an approved 200-hour Registered Yoga School (RYS) through Yoga Alliance.
Introduction to Sanskrit: The Sacred Language of Yoga
Thursday, October 9th, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Online an/or In-Person
The Sanskrit language has a power like no other. Each word creates a specific vibration in the mind which is the essence of that word. Using Sanskrit terms in your class will resonate directly with the students on a level that is beyond the physical senses. Incorporating Sanskrit into your classes can be as simple as adding the names of a few postures to exploring philosophy with several terms.
In this course you will gain familiarity with the Sanskrit language through study of common words, pronunciations and common mispronunciations. Learn how to use potentially unfamiliar words with grace and smoothness to help students gain further understanding of the practice. We will explore the alphabet, its design and how it is written in the roman alphabet. Like this it will be easier to create the proper pronunciation as you read words and texts in transliterated Sanskrit.
The course will explore how to incorporate Sanskrit words into the theme of your class. This allows students to learn more words and also concepts that can deepen their practice. For example, how to use ahimsa or viveka as a theme that can carry through a class. Sanskrit Mantras: Om and beyond. We will learn several mantras, their meanings, stories and how to incorporate them into a class.
Learning Objectives:
Feel the vibration, power and beauty of Sanskrit
Why using Sanskrit terms is a benefit to your students and yourself
How to incorporate Sanskrit into your teaching with comfort and skill
Gain more familiarity with the names of asanas in Sanskrit
Learn how to use Sanskrit names along with English to keep the class accessible and also true to its roots
Introduction to the Sanskrit alphabet including common pronunciations and mispronunciations
How to read transliteration (Sanskrit written in the roman alphabet)
How to use the Sanskrit words you already know to gain more understanding of sacred texts
Mantra pronunciation and meaning
How to use a glossary of common terms in yoga philosophy with their meanings and how to incorporate them into a themed class
Dates and Times:
Thursdays, October 9 and 16, 2025
Two (2) Thursday evening sessions: 6 pm ET to 9 pm ET
Breaks will be provided.
Cost:
SAVE $45.00 by registering on or before August 31, 2025, for $250.00 per person. $295.00 per person thereafter.
Fee includes the training, manual and certificate.
If you live away from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, and would like printed training materials to be sent to you, please ensure you sign up at least 10 days before the course start date in order for us to ship the materials to you. Otherwise e-documents will be provided, where possible.
Notes:
This course is open to general public. 6 months to 1 year of regular yoga and/or meditation practice is recommended for participation.
For 200 hour certified Yoga Teachers this course provides CEUs with Yoga Alliance.
This course is also part of our Yoga Alliance 300 Hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training.
Our 3,000 square foot Education Centre offers a large open concept training area with high ceilings and an abundance of natural light and excellent ventilation. There is a kitchen with fridge, microwave, kettle and dishware. We have a dining area with tables and chairs, 2 gender neutral bathrooms, and our Administration Office.
Join us for our Karma Community Flow, a weekly donation-based class that blends the power of yoga with the spirit of giving. This inspiring community offering is open to all levels and led by a rotating team of skilled teachers—graduates of our Hatha Yoga Teacher Training program.
Each quarter, we partner with a local organization to donate class proceeds and raise awareness for important causes in our city. This quarter, your donations will support the Parkdale Food Centre, working to address food insecurity in Ottawa.
This is more than just a yoga class—it’s a chance to connect, practice, and give back. Your $11 minimum donation carries special meaning in yoga philosophy, symbolizing spiritual growth and collective upliftment.
Whether you're a regular or new to our community, we invite you to show up, move your body, and help make a positive impact—one breath at a time.
Donation: $11.00 per person for the Parkdale Food Centre.
Yoga for Menopause: Wellness & Empowerment Day Retreat
Saturday, October 11th, 1:00pm - 6:00pm
In-Person Day Retreat
MENOPAUSE is one of the most significant times in a person’s life - one that deserves to be honored, celebrated, and supported. This is the second Spring of your life. You have accumulated years of experience and wisdom that you now get to pass onto others. You my darling, are the revered Queen or Sovereign of goddesses/goddexxes!
This retreat blends yoga, meditation, and holistic practices to help you embrace the journey of menopause with confidence and grace. It is designed to create connections and community, bring awareness to the topic, learn wellness tools that can help alleviate symptoms, and empower you on your health and menopausal journey.
We will also create a ritual space for people to talk openly about their experiences, share their wisdom, and to honour and celebrate each other in whatever phase you’re in. Through mindful movement, breathwork, meditation, and journaling, you will release the old and step fiercely into the NEW YOU!
Topics include:
What is menopause and signs you might be there
Common conditions such as stress, insomnia, brain fog, and those dang hot flashes!
Not so common conditions
Pelvic floor health
My favorite core strengtheners
How Yoga can help
Other topics including lifestyle, sexuality, the importance of sisterhood/community and getting support from loved ones
Outline of our day together:
Opening circle
Meditation & journaling exercise
Embodiment practice
Lecture
Embodiment practice
Social break
Discussion & Questions
Putting it all into practice
Closing circle
This is a welcoming space open to ALL goddesses/goddexxes - whether you’re not quite there or already past menopause. We all have something to learn and share with each other! No previous yoga experience required. Variations and modifications will be offered.
This time is also beneficial for yoga teachers and anyone wanting to support others in their menopausal journey.
What to bring: Please bring writing material such as journal/ notebook and pen/pencil, plus old magazines. Dress in comfortable clothes for yoga practice.
Date and Time: Saturday, October 11, 2025, 1 pm - 6 pm.
Cost:Early Bird Savings! Register by September 11, 2025, and save $20.00 for $160.00 per person, $180.00 per person thereafter.
Herbal tea and snacks included. All yoga mats and props provided for use during the retreat day.
Maximum 18 participants.
Note: This workshop is meant to open dialogue and bring awareness to menopause. In no way is it meant to diagnose, treat or act as medical advice. Each participant is encouraged to consult with their health care team and use their own discretion in deciding what part of the practices are best for them.
Our 3,000 square foot Education Centre offers a large open concept training area with high ceilings and an abundance of natural light and excellent ventilation. There is a kitchen with fridge, microwave, kettle and dishware. We have a dining area with tables and chairs, 2 gender neutral bathrooms, and our Administration Office.
Release tension, support healthy digestion, and feel lighter with targeted yoga therapy ball techniques.
This workshop will guide you through mindful rolling and release patterns for the abdomen, hips, and diaphragm—areas that often hold tension and slow digestion.
Paired with gentle breathwork and restorative poses, you’ll leave feeling more relaxed, balanced, and connected to your body’s natural rhythms. Restore your body from the inside out!
Cost: $40.00 per person in-advance, $45.00 per person day of.
Maximum of 12 participants.
Location: PranaShanti Yoga Centre, 950 Gladstone Ave., Ottawa, ON. Studio: Soul Room.
Discover the ancient art of sound healing in this unique Breathwork Sound Immersion experience led by Devinder. This practice uses the transformative power of breath and sound to promote deep relaxation, emotional release, and pain relief.
In this 60-minute class, you'll be guided through a soothing journey of conscious breathing, complemented by the rich, ambient sounds of gongs and other instruments. As you lie comfortably in savasana (corpse pose) on your yoga mat, Devinder's calming voice and the resonant vibrations of the gongs will envelop you, helping to balance your nervous system and alleviate stress.
Our warmly heated studio, the Body Room, will be set with dimmed lighting to create a restful environment. Yoga blocks, blankets, and bolsters are available for your comfort, but feel free to bring any additional props you need to fully unwind.
Whether you’re seeking to reduce stress, release tension, or enhance your overall well-being, this session offers a powerful and restorative experience. Each class is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the healing soundscape and emerge feeling renewed.
Cost: PranaShanti Drop-In Fee, Class Package, or Membership
Dress comfortably and prepare to embark on a journey of profound relaxation and inner peace. This class is held in our warmly heated studio, the Body Room, with the lighting dimmed for a restful and restoring experience.
Location: PranaShanti Yoga Centre, 950 Gladstone Ave., Ottawa, ON. Studio: Body Room (warm).
Introduction to Sanskrit: The Sacred Language of Yoga
Thursday, October 16th, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Online an/or In-Person
The Sanskrit language has a power like no other. Each word creates a specific vibration in the mind which is the essence of that word. Using Sanskrit terms in your class will resonate directly with the students on a level that is beyond the physical senses. Incorporating Sanskrit into your classes can be as simple as adding the names of a few postures to exploring philosophy with several terms.
In this course you will gain familiarity with the Sanskrit language through study of common words, pronunciations and common mispronunciations. Learn how to use potentially unfamiliar words with grace and smoothness to help students gain further understanding of the practice. We will explore the alphabet, its design and how it is written in the roman alphabet. Like this it will be easier to create the proper pronunciation as you read words and texts in transliterated Sanskrit.
The course will explore how to incorporate Sanskrit words into the theme of your class. This allows students to learn more words and also concepts that can deepen their practice. For example, how to use ahimsa or viveka as a theme that can carry through a class. Sanskrit Mantras: Om and beyond. We will learn several mantras, their meanings, stories and how to incorporate them into a class.
Learning Objectives:
Feel the vibration, power and beauty of Sanskrit
Why using Sanskrit terms is a benefit to your students and yourself
How to incorporate Sanskrit into your teaching with comfort and skill
Gain more familiarity with the names of asanas in Sanskrit
Learn how to use Sanskrit names along with English to keep the class accessible and also true to its roots
Introduction to the Sanskrit alphabet including common pronunciations and mispronunciations
How to read transliteration (Sanskrit written in the roman alphabet)
How to use the Sanskrit words you already know to gain more understanding of sacred texts
Mantra pronunciation and meaning
How to use a glossary of common terms in yoga philosophy with their meanings and how to incorporate them into a themed class
Dates and Times:
Thursdays, October 9 and 16, 2025
Two (2) Thursday evening sessions: 6 pm ET to 9 pm ET
Breaks will be provided.
Cost:
SAVE $45.00 by registering on or before August 31, 2025, for $250.00 per person. $295.00 per person thereafter.
Fee includes the training, manual and certificate.
If you live away from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, and would like printed training materials to be sent to you, please ensure you sign up at least 10 days before the course start date in order for us to ship the materials to you. Otherwise e-documents will be provided, where possible.
Notes:
This course is open to general public. 6 months to 1 year of regular yoga and/or meditation practice is recommended for participation.
For 200 hour certified Yoga Teachers this course provides CEUs with Yoga Alliance.
This course is also part of our Yoga Alliance 300 Hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training.
Our 3,000 square foot Education Centre offers a large open concept training area with high ceilings and an abundance of natural light and excellent ventilation. There is a kitchen with fridge, microwave, kettle and dishware. We have a dining area with tables and chairs, 2 gender neutral bathrooms, and our Administration Office.
This program is life-transforming and is for everyone. Whether you are interested in becoming a teacher or wanting to deepen your yoga practice and knowledge.
October 2025 to May 2026
Kundalini Yoga and Meditation focuses on the movement of energy to unite body, mind and soul. The types of practices used in Kundalini Yoga and Meditation allows for people of all ages and levels of mobility to have a powerful experience through the combination of yoga postures, simple rhythmic exercises, breathwork, and meditation techniques including sound and mantra.
Kundalini Yoga also has a direct impact on the major systems in the body, particularly the glandular and nervous systems. When these systems are activated and strengthened we can better manage the stresses of daily life, create greater peace of mind and improve our overall health and well-being.
During our time together you will become immersed in, and learn how to teach Kundalini Yoga and Meditation. With this program you will be able to teach confidently whether online or in-person. Upon successful completion you be able to teach yoga to people in your community, your family, the workplace and anywhere in the world.
This re-visioned and modernized program introduces the student to the principles and practices of Kundalini Yoga and Meditation. A pragmatic approach is taken to explore how yogic lifestyle can harmonise and uplift the human experience and awaken our true potential. Key components in the program are:
Kriya and Meditation: The theory and practice of Kundalini Yoga kriyas (yoga sets), asanas, pranayam, mudras and bandhas. Explore the nature of the mind, its fluctuations, and consciousness through meditations, mantra and pranayam.
History and Philosophy: The history and tradition of Yoga, as well as the underlying philosophy behind all yogic practices such as the 8 Limbs of Yoga, Patanjali's Yoga Sutras, Shad Darshan and Vedic text references. The practices of Kundalini Yoga as they apply to daily life, including Ayurveda, doshic theory, yogic cleansing techniques, sadhana, and developing a personal yoga and meditation practice.
Anatomy and Physiology: Traditional Western Anatomy, its purpose and function, including the respiratory, nervous, immune, musculoskeletal, circulatory, glandular/endocrine, and digestive systems and their relation to the practice and teaching of yoga and mediation. Also, yogic anatomy and the energy systems of the body including the chakras, nadis, pranas and vayus, the yogic bodies and kundalini energy.
Teaching Methodolgy: The skills and techniques to become an effective instructor, including practical strategies for teaching beginners, offering online and in-person classes, teaching different populations (for example pre-natal, seniors, various health challenges), class and curriculum development, posture modifications and the effective use of yoga props, scientific research related to yoga, breathwork and meditation, ethical guidelines, diversity and inclusion in yoga, and the role of a yoga teacher.
The Practicum: Teaching from Day One - Practical experience instructing a yoga class with supportive feedback from the Teaching Team and course participants to assist you in creating your authentic voice and offering.
Teaching Team:
Believing that your learning is enriched and deepened by studying and learning from a variety of experienced teachers, PranaShanti includes a number of different teachers and trainers in every program. Our Teaching Team will lead you on your transformational journey of self awareness through the practice of Kundalini Yoga.
Our Teachers range from all traditions of yoga and are committed to your study and learning. We offer a Teaching Assistant Program as part of our trainings so 200-hour level Teachers can continue to hone their skills in the training environment and be of service to the teachers-in-training.
Dates:
The format of the program is comprised of weekend practice time, self study and yoga classes with PranaShanti Yoga Centre. The program can be attended 100% Online. Whether you live a distance away or simply prefer to join in virtually, the Online Live Stream option is available to you for the full program or join us In-Person, as you like.
October 17-18-19, 2025;
November 14-15-16, 2025
December 12-13-14, 2025;
January 9-10-11, 2026
February 6-7-8, 2025;
March 6-7-8, 2026;
April 10-11-12, 2026;
May 1-2-3, 2026;
Meditation Day - May 2026
Hours:
Fridays 6:00 PM ET - 9:00 PM ET;
Saturdays 9:00 AM ET - 6:00 PM ET;
Sundays 9:00 AM ET - 6:00 PM ET.
Cost:
SAVE $205.00 by registering before August 31, 2025 for $3,295.00 + HST;
$3,500.00 + HST after July 31, 2025; or
Payment Plan: $3,800.00 + HST. A deposit of $500.00 + HST plus 6 monthly payments (October 2025 to March 2026). All payments to be complete before the course concludes.
If you live away from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, and would like printed training materials to be sent to you, please ensure you sign up at least 10 days before the course start date in order for us to ship the materials to you. Otherwise e-documents will be provided, where possible.
The following is included in the course:
Course fees for all instruction;
All required manuals;
Access to the digital library of handouts, slide packages and reference documents;
An Unlimited Yoga Class Package that starts on the first day of the program and ends on the last day of the program to support you in completing the 20 Yoga Class requirement;
Home study assignment/projects, presentation, journaling;
During training students receive 10% off purchases in the PranaShanti boutique for such items as books, yoga manuals, yoga clothing, yoga mats.
Secure your space with a non-refundable $500.00 deposit.
10% discount for full-time students, seniors and military members.
Our 3,000 square foot Education Centre offers a large open concept training area with high ceilings and an abundance of natural light and excellent ventilation. There is a kitchen with fridge, microwave, kettle and dishware. We have a dining area with tables and chairs, 2 gender neutral bathrooms, and our Administration Office.
Join us for our Karma Community Flow, a weekly donation-based class that blends the power of yoga with the spirit of giving. This inspiring community offering is open to all levels and led by a rotating team of skilled teachers—graduates of our Hatha Yoga Teacher Training program.
Each quarter, we partner with a local organization to donate class proceeds and raise awareness for important causes in our city. This quarter, your donations will support the Parkdale Food Centre, working to address food insecurity in Ottawa.
This is more than just a yoga class—it’s a chance to connect, practice, and give back. Your $11 minimum donation carries special meaning in yoga philosophy, symbolizing spiritual growth and collective upliftment.
Whether you're a regular or new to our community, we invite you to show up, move your body, and help make a positive impact—one breath at a time.
Donation: $11.00 per person for the Parkdale Food Centre.
For those whose path has diverged from parenthood, grief can be silent, complex, and deeply personal.
Parenthood Loss & Grieving Hearts is a gentle, half-day retreat lovingly curated to hold space for those navigating the journey of miscarriage, child loss, infertility and parenthood loss.
This afternoon gathering offers a compassionate environment where you are seen, heard, and supported among others who understand. It’s a small but meaningful step toward breaking the silence and isolation that often surrounds these experiences.
The retreat will include:
2:00 – 2:15 PM | Arrival & Introductions 2:15 – 3:15 PM | Gentle Yoga with Live Music & Sound Bath 3:15 – 3:30 PM | Break with Tea & Snacks 3:30 – 4:30 PM | Guided Journaling + Arts & Crafts 4:30 – 6:30 PM | Guided Meditation + Sharing Circle
This space is for you—a day of remembrance, reflection, and connection. A day for the Invisible Parents, just as there are days to honour mothers and fathers.
Facilitators:
Kethy Sosso-Kolle (lead facilitator and yoga teacher)
Lucila Al Mar (creative arts facilitator and yoga teacher)
Anathèle Zamor (psychotherapist and yoga teacher)
We welcome you with open hearts.
Cost: Early bird price $100.00 per person before September 15, 2025. $125.00 per person thereafter.
Maximum 15 participants
Location: 45 Eccles Street, (Chinatown), Ottawa, ON.
Experience the holistic and restorative benefits of combining Yin Yoga with traditional Thai Massage.
Join yoga teacher and Thai Massage Therapist Eric Desjardins as he shares his extensive expertise, skillfully guiding you through restorative Yin while addressing your aches and pains with traditional Thai Massage.
By systematically holding Yin poses designed to generate internal pressure and stretching the body's deep tissues and fibers with the aid of gravity, and simultaneously applying traditional Thai acupressure techniques to release tension, we will unlock and enhance the body's innate capacity to heal—physically, mentally, and emotionally—resulting in a profound sense of relaxation and well-being.
Indulge yourself in this 2 hour session of rejuvenating Yin and traditional Thai Massage, set in the comforting and grounded energy of the PranaShanti Yoga Centre.
Cost: $85.00 per person in advance, $95.00 per person day of.
Note:
Sessions held in the Body Room are warmly heated. Sessions held in the Soul Room are regular temperature.
At the intersection of Yin Yoga and Gong Meditation is a sweet spot where mind and body are totally relaxed and totally aligned. The Yin Yoga practice lengthens and opens the physical body, massaging deep connective tissue in a most relaxing way.
The gong’s warm vibrations envelop your entire being in wave after wave of preternatural sound that will affect you at the cellular level. Chances are you’ll feel pretty good after this practice.
Come share this experience, every third Saturday at 3:00 pm.
Cost: PranaShanti Drop-In Fee, Class Package or Membership.
This class is held in our warmly heated studio, the Body Room, with the lighting dimmed for a restful and restoring experience.
Yoga blocks, blankets and bolsters are available in the studio room. Please bring with you the additional props you require to rest comfortably for the 60 minute session. Dress comfortably.
Join Anne Wanda Tessier for a special 90-minute Restorative Yoga practice combined with the use hot stones and aromatherapy!
In this all-levels yoga practice, Anne will begin with aromatherapy and a meditation to calm the mind and allow you to drop in to the experience.
You will then be guided in a restorative yoga practice, which will be enhanced with essential oils and the use of hot stones. The heat and weight from the stones will help ground the body and assist is releasing muscle tension while we explore various supported poses.
Relax, restore and renew the body, and soothe the mind and nervous system with this unique yoga experience.
Cost: $65.00 per person in advance, $75.00 per person, day of.
Maximum 12 participants, so sign up early!
Location: PranaShanti Yoga Centre, 950 Gladstone Ave., Ottawa, ON. Studio: Soul Room.
Spine & Space: Exploring Twists and Backbends with Integrity
Sunday, October 19th, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
In-Person Workshop
Delve into the dynamic relationship between spinal mobility, strength, and stability in this focused workshop on twists and backbends. Through the lens of anatomy, alignment, and intelligent progression, you’ll learn how to deepen these postures safely and effectively.
In this workshop, you will:
Understand the anatomy of the spine and surrounding structures involved in twists and backbends
Explore healthy spinal extension and rotation without compression or strain
Break down common backbending and twisting postures with attention to breath, engagement, and balance
Learn how to transition into and out of these poses mindfully
Discover progressions and props to support a range of bodies and experience levels
We’ll emphasize how to create both space and strength in the spine, cultivating a practice that feels energizing—not overwhelming.
Ideal for curious students and teachers alike. Some yoga experience is recommended.
Cost: $65.00 per person in advance, $75.00 per person day of.
Location: PranaShanti Yoga Centre, 950 Gladstone Ave., Ottawa, ON. Studio: Body Room (warm, heated).
Join us for a nourishing Community Circle — a space to connect, share, and support one another in a spirit of openness and kindness.
This monthly gathering, facilitated by Lindsay, is an opportunity to gather with like-minded community members to explore rest, cultivate care for ourselves and each other, and celebrate our individual and collective growth. This is an open invitation to practice holding compassionate space for others, and soften into compassionate space being held for you.
“Treating each other and ourselves with care isn’t a luxury, but an absolute necessity if we’re going to thrive. Resting isn’t an afterthought, but a basic part of being human… Nothing we accomplish in life is totally free of the influence of spirit and community. We do nothing alone.” – Tricia Hersey, author of Rest is Resistance
Community Circles will generally start with some grounding meditation and movement practices, to help us transition from the busy-ness of our daily lives into a place of rest. Themes and activities will vary by month, but gatherings may include arts-based practices, guided journalling, oracle decks, or optional hands-on assists, all in support of your healing, dreaming, self-care. Each gathering will include an opportunity to share reflections on the previous month and priorities or curiosities for the month ahead.
All movement practices will be as accessible as possible, with modifications offered and encouraged. Whether you are new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, these community meet-ups are is open to all folks seeking to strengthen their connection to self and to deepen their bonds within the community.
Cost: $40.00 per person in advance, $45.00 per person day of.
Location: PranaShanti Education Centre, 950 Gladstone Ave., 2nd Floor, Ottawa, ON.
Please bring a notebook/journal and writing utensil.
Note: While yogic practice and connecting with community can be healing, this space is not a replacement for professional mental health support.
Yoga can offer amazing benefits for pregnancy, labour and parenthood. However, there are important things that yoga teachers and practitioners need to know!
This comprehensive training is open to anyone interested in working with this population, including yoga teachers, fitness instructors, doulas and other health professionals, as well as parents-to-be. We will look at practices for each stage of the pre & post-natal journey, including fertility, pregnancy and labour, postpartum recovery, and pregnancy loss. By taking this training, you are not only “teaching yoga”, you are helping people with their pregnancy and aiding in their recovery!
Get ready to have fun and learn interesting things such as:
The "Yoga Toolbox" and other complimentary practices to help with pregnancy & prepare for birth
The science of pain and tools to manage it
The importance of the postpartum period and the significance of "rest, restore & recover"
C-section and birth scar care
Pelvic floor health and how it affects breathing and posture
We even discuss birth partners and their role in all of this. It's more than you think!
Topics Covered:
Anatomy and physiology related to Prenatal and Postnatal Yoga
Benefits of yoga for fertility, pregnancy, labour, postpartum, and parenthood
Teaching yoga classes for this population and adapting any class to meet the needs of prenatal and postnatal people (ie. best practices, things to avoid, modifications and contraindications)
Tools such as breathwork, postures, meditation, etc. for pregnancy, labour and postpartum period
Symptoms & conditions related to pregnancy and postnatal period incl. core and pelvic health
Teacher ethics & scope of practice
Business and marketing in this field
Other topics incl. birth partners & spouses, partner yoga for pregnancy & labour, parent & baby yoga, and complimentary practices
Learning Objectives:
Ability to confidently and safely teach prenatal and postnatal yoga classes
Capacity to tailor any style of class or practice for pregnant and postnatal people
Be able to understand and address prenatal and postnatal conditions, including practices that can help and things to avoid
Assignments:
At home reading and study, in-class mini practicums and written lesson plan for both stages.
Recommended Reading:
Recommended but not required: Book: Prepare to Push by Kim Vopni
Dates and Times:
Five (5) Monday evening sessions from Monday, October 20, 2025, to Monday, November 17, 2025
Mondays – 6 pm ET – 9 pm ET
Periodic breaks provided.
Cost:
SAVE $50.00 by registering on or before August 31, 2025, for $525.00 per person.
$575.00 per person thereafter.
Fee includes the training, detailed PowerPoint slides and certificate.
If you live away from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, and would like printed training materials to be sent to you, please ensure you sign up at least 10 days before the course start date in order for us to ship the materials to you. Otherwise e-documents will be provided, where possible.
Note:
This course is open to general public. 6 months to 1 year of regular yoga practice is recommended for participation.
For 200 hour certified Yoga Teachers this course provides 20 CEUs with Yoga Alliance.
This course is also part of our Yoga Alliance 300 Hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training.
300 Hour Elective Module: 20 Hours
Here is what previous students have said about this program:
"This was beyond my expectation!"
"Melissa is very informed on pelvic floor and I really appreciated her knowledge and experience"
"I loved the content, the stories, the group, the practice. I wish we had more time!"
Our 3,000 square foot Education Centre offers a large open concept training area with high ceilings and an abundance of natural light and excellent ventilation. There is a kitchen with fridge, microwave, kettle and dishware. We have a dining area with tables and chairs, 2 gender neutral bathrooms, and our Administration Office.
Inner Stillness: Monthly Meditation Group | In-Person
Wednesday, October 22nd, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
In-Person Class
Join Devinder each month for a meditation gathering designed to nourish your inner life and support a consistent, grounded practice. Each month explores a different theme or aspect of meditation—such as breath awareness, mantra, mindfulness, visualization, or working with the mind.
The evening begins with a short session of mindful movement to prepare the body, followed by an insightful discussion topic, a meditation, and a period of deep relaxation to integrate the experience.
This welcoming space offers the opportunity to explore meditation in community, ask questions, and reconnect with your inner stillness.
Open to all levels. Bring a cushion, notebook, and your curiosity.
Cost: PranaShanti Drop-In, Class Package or Membership.
Location: PranaShanti Education Centre, 950 Gladstone Ave., 2nd Floor, Ottawa, ON.
Inner Stillness: Monthly Meditation Group | Online
Wednesday, October 22nd, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Online Class
Join Devinder each month for a meditation gathering designed to nourish your inner life and support a consistent, grounded practice. Each month explores a different theme or aspect of meditation—such as breath awareness, mantra, mindfulness, visualization, or working with the mind.
The evening begins with a short session of mindful movement to prepare the body, followed by an insightful topic, a meditation, and a period of deep relaxation to integrate the experience.
This welcoming space offers the opportunity to explore meditation in community, ask questions, and reconnect with your inner stillness.
Open to all levels. Bring a cushion, notebook, and your curiosity.
Cost: PranaShanti Drop-In, Class Package or Membership.
Persistent Pain: Understanding, Exploring and Reframing Your Experience
Thursday, October 23rd, 6:30pm - 9:00pm
In-Person Workshop
"Nearly 8 million Canadians live with persistent pain, that is pain that lasts longer than three months."
- Chronic Pain Policy Team, Health Canada
Persistent pain can impact a specific part of the body, the entire body, or can “move around” the body. Some conditions and injuries can trigger a persistent pain response, but not all persistent pain is the result of a “tissue issue.” This workshop will focus on persistent low back, sacroiliac, tailbone, and pelvic pain (e.g. related to various gynecological diagnoses including but not limited to endometriosis, vaginismus, vulvodynia).
This five-hour program will include:
Brief introduction to the neuroscience of pain and the model/framework of the Koshas;
A facilitated discussion about the impact of pain on wellbeing, function, and participation in meaningful roles/activities;
General guidelines for movement with persistent pain and how to modify or adapt movement;
A body scanning exercise, somatic-style yoga practice, the exploration of pranayama (breathwork), and Yoga Nidra (guided relaxation);
This program will be delivered with a trauma-informed approach. The utmost care will be given to create a safe and calming environment.
Participants can expect to:
Increase your understanding of pain and its impact on the body, breath, mind, and spirit;
Become familiar with a variety of tools and techniques that, with practice, may increase your capacity to regulate the nervous system; and/or
Reframe your relationship to persistent pain.
Dates and Times:
Thursdays, October 23 and October 30, 2025
6:30 pm to 9:00 pm each evening, with breaks
Two (2) Thursday evening sessions of 2.5 hours each.
Cost: $150.00 per person before September 30, 2025, $175.00 per person thereafter.
The fee includes participating in the in-person workshop and access to a take-home resource/workbook.
Note: This program IS NOT a substitute for psychotherapy, physiotherapy, or other medical treatment but may be a valuable complement and support to these modalities should you already be utilizing them. This is not a training course for yoga teachers/therapists or health care professionals.
Participants will be asked to complete a health information and waiver form for the yoga portion of the workshop.
About Your Teachers:
Susan Anderson (she/her) is a certified yoga therapist (C-IAYT) with the International Association of Yoga Therapists. She is a licensed facilitator of the Overcome! Program, an evidence-based, holistic approach to building nervous system resilience through education, yoga and gentle movement, breath, mindfulness, meditation, and guided relaxation. Susan is Bone Fit® Trained and delivers a program aimed at educating and encouraging those who have low bone density to remain active and move safely, reducing their risk of falls and fractures. Her trauma-informed approach invites people to honour, notice, feel, and experience their body with curiosity and compassion.
Madison Lee MScPT (she/her) is a Registered Physiotherapist with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario. Maddy has postgraduate training in pelvic health physiotherapy, as well as additional courses focused on chronic/persistent pain. She works in acute care at the Civic Hospital and runs her private practice out of Femade, a multidisciplinary clinic in Ottawa. She has a special interest in acute and chronic/persistent pain, primarily working with patients who experience pelvic, low back, sacroiliac, hip, and/or tailbone pain. Maddy employs pain neuroscience education, manual techniques, and therapeutic movement to help her patients develop body awareness and the skills to manage their symptoms. She takes a biopsychosocial, collaborative, trauma-informed approach to care.
Join us for our Karma Community Flow, a weekly donation-based class that blends the power of yoga with the spirit of giving. This inspiring community offering is open to all levels and led by a rotating team of skilled teachers—graduates of our Hatha Yoga Teacher Training program.
Each quarter, we partner with a local organization to donate class proceeds and raise awareness for important causes in our city. This quarter, your donations will support the Parkdale Food Centre, working to address food insecurity in Ottawa.
This is more than just a yoga class—it’s a chance to connect, practice, and give back. Your $11 minimum donation carries special meaning in yoga philosophy, symbolizing spiritual growth and collective upliftment.
Whether you're a regular or new to our community, we invite you to show up, move your body, and help make a positive impact—one breath at a time.
Donation: $11.00 per person for the Parkdale Food Centre.
Come treat your body to a head-to-toe fascial rehydration experience!
The MELT Method is a ground-breaking self-care technique focused on rehydrating connective tissue, scientifically known as fascia. The fascial system connects, protects and stabilizes our entire body, wrapping around muscles, housing our joints, and enveloping organs and nerve tissue alike. By working on our fascia, we can reduce pain, stiffness, inflammation, and optimize our joint health and overall body mechanics.
This workshop will guide you through MELT's most foundational techniques, giving your body an awesome once-over using specially-designed soft foam rollers and balls.
Cost: $40.00 per person in-advance, $45.00 per person day of.
Maximum of 12 participants.
Location: PranaShanti Yoga Centre, 950 Gladstone Ave., Ottawa, ON. Studio: Soul Room.
About Rachel:
Rachel Lipton is a Level 2 MELT Method® Instructor and Registered Acupuncturist.
“I found MELT during the pandemic while trying to find a cost-effective way to manage my posture-based pain and tension areas. After practicing for two years, and using it while training for a short tri-athalon, I decided I couldn’t keep it to myself any longer! As a registered acupuncturist, I found the overlap between fascial function and the ancient Chinese meridians thrilling. I’m delighted to be sharing this method with the Ottawa community.”
Experience the ultimate savasana in this deeply restorative yoga class.
Using supportive props, you’ll ease into gentle postures designed to release tension and invite deep relaxation.
As you settle into stillness, soothing sounds of crystal bowls, chimes, vocals, and percussion will wash over you, guiding your body and mind into a meditative state of rest and renewal.
Cost: PranaShanti Drop-In Fee, Class Package, or Membership
Props are provided, but feel free to bring an eye pillow or anything else that enhances your comfort. Dress in cozy layers and prepare to unwind.
Location: PranaShanti Yoga Centre, 950 Gladstone Ave., Ottawa, ON. Studio: Soul Room.
Ready to find your flow and ease daily stress? Experience the profound tranquility of Tai Chi and Qigong in this special introductory workshop.
This gentle yet powerful session is your perfect opportunity to explore foundational principles that cultivate calm, improve balance, and enhance overall well-being. You'll experience firsthand how these practices can reduce stress and foster a profound mind-body connection.
In this single workshop, you'll:
Discover Core Concepts: Get introduced to essential principles of posture, breathing, and internal energy (Qi) common to both Tai Chi and Qigong.
Experience Gentle Movements: Learn and practice a few key, flowing movements that will give you a sense of the complete Yang Style Tai Chi form and fundamental Qigong exercises.
Feel Immediate Benefits: Begin to cultivate inner peace, improved focus, and a greater sense of relaxation.
Who this workshop is for:
Absolute Beginners: No prior experience in Tai Chi or Qigong is needed – just an open mind!
Anyone seeking: A gentle approach to stress relief, better balance, mental clarity, or mindful exercise.
Come experience the foundational principles and gentle flow of Tai Chi and Qigong. It's the perfect way to begin your journey to greater harmony and well-being and see what our full workshop series will offer!
Cost: PranaShanti Drop-in, Class Package or Membership.
Location: PranaShanti Yoga Centre, 950 Gladstone Ave., Ottawa, ON. Studio: Soul Room.
Join Imad for a therapeutic 2-hour in-person workshop that weaves together the meditative stillness of yoga with the healing touch of Tui Na massage, acupressure, and Reiki energy work.
You’ll be guided through a slow, grounding series of Yin and Restorative yoga postures, each selected to target key meridian pathways and energetic centres. As you rest in each pose—supported by props—Imad will offer individualized, hands-on enhancements to support relaxation, and energetic flow.
What to Expect:
A grounding Yin and Restorative Yoga practice.
Tui Na Massage: Traditional Chinese Medicine-based bodywork using rolling, kneading, and pressing techniques to stimulate Qi, release fascial and muscular tension, and restore energetic balance.
Acupressure: Gentle sustained pressure applied to key meridian points to deepen the benefits of each pose.
Reiki Energy Healing: Subtle, intuitive energy work to clear blockages, calm the nervous system, and support inner balance.
Timed individualized attention in a small group setting.
Perfect For:
Anyone seeking relaxation and energetic alignment.
Supportive for those experiencing stress, fatigue, or muscular tension.
Cost: $85.00 per person in advance, $95.00 per person day of.
Location: PranaShanti Yoga Centre, 950 Gladstone Ave., Ottawa, ON. Studio: Body Room (warm heat).
Notes:
All props (bolsters, blankets, and blocks) will be provided.
Class size is limited to 8 participants to allow for personalized support.
Yoga can offer amazing benefits for pregnancy, labour and parenthood. However, there are important things that yoga teachers and practitioners need to know!
This comprehensive training is open to anyone interested in working with this population, including yoga teachers, fitness instructors, doulas and other health professionals, as well as parents-to-be. We will look at practices for each stage of the pre & post-natal journey, including fertility, pregnancy and labour, postpartum recovery, and pregnancy loss. By taking this training, you are not only “teaching yoga”, you are helping people with their pregnancy and aiding in their recovery!
Get ready to have fun and learn interesting things such as:
The "Yoga Toolbox" and other complimentary practices to help with pregnancy & prepare for birth
The science of pain and tools to manage it
The importance of the postpartum period and the significance of "rest, restore & recover"
C-section and birth scar care
Pelvic floor health and how it affects breathing and posture
We even discuss birth partners and their role in all of this. It's more than you think!
Topics Covered:
Anatomy and physiology related to Prenatal and Postnatal Yoga
Benefits of yoga for fertility, pregnancy, labour, postpartum, and parenthood
Teaching yoga classes for this population and adapting any class to meet the needs of prenatal and postnatal people (ie. best practices, things to avoid, modifications and contraindications)
Tools such as breathwork, postures, meditation, etc. for pregnancy, labour and postpartum period
Symptoms & conditions related to pregnancy and postnatal period incl. core and pelvic health
Teacher ethics & scope of practice
Business and marketing in this field
Other topics incl. birth partners & spouses, partner yoga for pregnancy & labour, parent & baby yoga, and complimentary practices
Learning Objectives:
Ability to confidently and safely teach prenatal and postnatal yoga classes
Capacity to tailor any style of class or practice for pregnant and postnatal people
Be able to understand and address prenatal and postnatal conditions, including practices that can help and things to avoid
Assignments:
At home reading and study, in-class mini practicums and written lesson plan for both stages.
Recommended Reading:
Recommended but not required: Book: Prepare to Push by Kim Vopni
Dates and Times:
Five (5) Monday evening sessions from Monday, October 20, 2025, to Monday, November 17, 2025
Mondays – 6 pm ET – 9 pm ET
Periodic breaks provided.
Cost:
SAVE $50.00 by registering on or before August 31, 2025, for $525.00 per person.
$575.00 per person thereafter.
Fee includes the training, detailed PowerPoint slides and certificate.
If you live away from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, and would like printed training materials to be sent to you, please ensure you sign up at least 10 days before the course start date in order for us to ship the materials to you. Otherwise e-documents will be provided, where possible.
Note:
This course is open to general public. 6 months to 1 year of regular yoga practice is recommended for participation.
For 200 hour certified Yoga Teachers this course provides 20 CEUs with Yoga Alliance.
This course is also part of our Yoga Alliance 300 Hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training.
300 Hour Elective Module: 20 Hours
Here is what previous students have said about this program:
"This was beyond my expectation!"
"Melissa is very informed on pelvic floor and I really appreciated her knowledge and experience"
"I loved the content, the stories, the group, the practice. I wish we had more time!"
Our 3,000 square foot Education Centre offers a large open concept training area with high ceilings and an abundance of natural light and excellent ventilation. There is a kitchen with fridge, microwave, kettle and dishware. We have a dining area with tables and chairs, 2 gender neutral bathrooms, and our Administration Office.
Persistent Pain: Understanding, Exploring and Reframing Your Experience
Thursday, October 30th, 6:30pm - 9:00pm
In-Person Workshop
"Nearly 8 million Canadians live with persistent pain, that is pain that lasts longer than three months."
- Chronic Pain Policy Team, Health Canada
Persistent pain can impact a specific part of the body, the entire body, or can “move around” the body. Some conditions and injuries can trigger a persistent pain response, but not all persistent pain is the result of a “tissue issue.” This workshop will focus on persistent low back, sacroiliac, tailbone, and pelvic pain (e.g. related to various gynecological diagnoses including but not limited to endometriosis, vaginismus, vulvodynia).
This five-hour program will include:
Brief introduction to the neuroscience of pain and the model/framework of the Koshas;
A facilitated discussion about the impact of pain on wellbeing, function, and participation in meaningful roles/activities;
General guidelines for movement with persistent pain and how to modify or adapt movement;
A body scanning exercise, somatic-style yoga practice, the exploration of pranayama (breathwork), and Yoga Nidra (guided relaxation);
This program will be delivered with a trauma-informed approach. The utmost care will be given to create a safe and calming environment.
Participants can expect to:
Increase your understanding of pain and its impact on the body, breath, mind, and spirit;
Become familiar with a variety of tools and techniques that, with practice, may increase your capacity to regulate the nervous system; and/or
Reframe your relationship to persistent pain.
Dates and Times:
Thursdays, October 23 and October 30, 2025
6:30 pm to 9:00 pm each evening, with breaks
Two (2) Thursday evening sessions of 2.5 hours each.
Cost: $150.00 per person before September 30, 2025, $175.00 per person thereafter.
The fee includes participating in the in-person workshop and access to a take-home resource/workbook.
Note: This program IS NOT a substitute for psychotherapy, physiotherapy, or other medical treatment but may be a valuable complement and support to these modalities should you already be utilizing them. This is not a training course for yoga teachers/therapists or health care professionals.
Participants will be asked to complete a health information and waiver form for the yoga portion of the workshop.
About Your Teachers:
Susan Anderson (she/her) is a certified yoga therapist (C-IAYT) with the International Association of Yoga Therapists. She is a licensed facilitator of the Overcome! Program, an evidence-based, holistic approach to building nervous system resilience through education, yoga and gentle movement, breath, mindfulness, meditation, and guided relaxation. Susan is Bone Fit® Trained and delivers a program aimed at educating and encouraging those who have low bone density to remain active and move safely, reducing their risk of falls and fractures. Her trauma-informed approach invites people to honour, notice, feel, and experience their body with curiosity and compassion.
Madison Lee MScPT (she/her) is a Registered Physiotherapist with the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario. Maddy has postgraduate training in pelvic health physiotherapy, as well as additional courses focused on chronic/persistent pain. She works in acute care at the Civic Hospital and runs her private practice out of Femade, a multidisciplinary clinic in Ottawa. She has a special interest in acute and chronic/persistent pain, primarily working with patients who experience pelvic, low back, sacroiliac, hip, and/or tailbone pain. Maddy employs pain neuroscience education, manual techniques, and therapeutic movement to help her patients develop body awareness and the skills to manage their symptoms. She takes a biopsychosocial, collaborative, trauma-informed approach to care.
