Yoga for the Spine Immersion

Yoga for the Spine Immersion

Yoga for the Spine Immersion with Andrea Peloso Friday, May 3 to Sunday, May 5, 2019 This immersive and applied training will provide participants with an understanding of how to genuinely benefit and protect the spine in yoga – a subject often misunderstood and even avoided in contemporary yogic education. As we go through each course component, participants will “taste test” each asana and then see the residue created in the body. Andrea will make sure that each person has the intended experience of each exercise. We will make anatomy lessons and biomechanics simple and explore five different ways to help the spine and pelvis in yoga: biomechanics, traction, strengthening, stretching, and relaxation combined. We will experience first hand how to make the spine feel fantastic in asana and keep it free of injury. We will also discuss related concepts of non-violence and the modern context of yoga as it is generally taught in the west. Come prepared to have fun, explore theory and...
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Sequencing for Transformative Yoga

Sequencing for Transformative Yoga

Sequencing for Transformative Yoga with Jenna Switzer and Stéphane Ippersiel 4-Week Series: November 6 to November 27 Learn of how to sequence different class styles for transformative experiences with Jenna Switzer and Stéphane Ippersiel! Course Description This 12-hour Master Class is designed for advanced practitioners and Yoga Teachers who want to cultivate an understanding of how to sequence purposeful yoga classes based on well-defined themes and the energetic impacts of poses. Build on your knowledge and learn to guide students through a practice that taps into their physical and energetic bodies; an empowered practice that charges them up energetically, opens them up physically, and gently brings them to a place of peaceful surrender. Combining concepts of sequencing from traditional Hatha, Yin, and much more. Dates and Times Offered as a night-school style program of four (4) Tuesday evenings from 6 pm to 9 pm each evening, the following topics are covered: November 6: Anatomy-based sequencing November 13: Sequencing for a Hatha practice November 20: Sequencing for a Yin...
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The Mindful Child – An Interactive Workshop for Adults

The Mindful Child – An Interactive Workshop for Adults

The Mindful Child - An Interactive Workshop for Adults with Victoria Lynes Sunday, February 10, 2018 “If every 8 year old in the world is taught meditation, we will eliminate violence from the world within one generation.” – Dalai Lama Mindful awareness has helped many millions of adults combat and manage stress in their lives. Now, our children need these tools too. Kids are under more pressure in their lives than ever. They live in a “hurry-up” world of busy parents, school pressures, incessant lessons, competitive sports and the ever increasing dominance of hyper-connectedness and “on-line all-the-time culture”.  These influences can be very stressful for our kids.  The bustling pace of our children’s lives can have a profound effect on their innate joy. Giving our kids the tools to help them fend off negative thoughts and behaviors, build self-confidence, focus, and treat others and themselves with respect and kindness, is a gift they will have for the rest of their lives. Mindfulness offer essential life skills that...
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Boutique & Reception Makeover

Boutique & Reception Makeover

Boutique & Reception Makeover This October we celebrate 10 years of serving the Ottawa community!  As we near this milestone, the boutique and reception areas will have a makeover so we can serve you even better! The makeover starts Sunday, August 5 and will include: Expanded coat & shoe storage. New slate tile flooring and steel grate at doorway to minimize weather coming in. A new reception counter. New LED light fixtures. Upgraded seating/relaxation and tea area with new furniture. Fresh paint and decor. The boutique will be relocated to the Mind Room for the week of renovations. We will make every effort possible to minimize disruption of classes and wellness services. Some minor change will be needed but we are certain the refresh will make for a more enjoyable experience for you! SALE! To make way for new stock for the fall and our 10 Year Anniversary Celebrations, this month we're having a SUMMER SALE! SAVE up to 50% on select items...
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Advanced Restorative Yoga

Advanced Restorative Yoga

Advanced Restorative Yoga Training with Anne Wanda Tessier Friday, December 11 to Sunday, December 13, 2020 ONLINE COURSE Explore Restorative Yoga beyond the basics! This advanced restorative yoga training is for experienced restorative yoga teachers and students who would like to expand their knowledge of the therapeutic benefits of this practice as well as explore various new poses not covered in introductory restorative yoga trainings. Those who practice restorative yoga understand the importance of this yoga practice on the body, mind, the health of the organs, the spine and the nervous system. Overview In this 20-hour training, we will explore more deeply the benefits of this practice on the organs of the body, the spine and how this practice can assist with anxiety, fear and depression as well as other health conditions.  We will also gain more knowledge on the physiology of relaxation and the importance of finding calm in our busy lives. What will we explore in this training? New! Restorative Poses & use of props Therapeutic benefits...
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Live Stream – Max Strom – Breathe to Heal

Live Stream – Max Strom – Breathe to Heal

Max Strom - Breathe to Heal Friday, November 27 to Sunday, November 29, 2020 ONLINE COURSE - Live Stream For people from all levels of fitness and walks of life suffering from extreme stress. No previous experience necessary. Also extremely useful for medical practitioners, therapists, and yoga teachers who want to incorporate this work into their healing repertoire. Course Description We currently have a worldwide epidemic of stress and anxiety that is stifling our happiness, creativity, and intimacy. Max Strom will reveal his core principles of breathing and movement patterns to alleviate anxiety, PTSD, depression, and sleep disorder based on his two decades of teaching and his in-depth knowledge of Hatha Yoga and QI Gong. Many of our emotional challenges are due to being taught socially from a very young age to suppress and numb our feelings, leaving us carrying a silo of emotions in our chest of un-reconciled and unexpressed emotions. Using breathing patterns for 20 minutes daily, as taught by Max Strom, can bring...
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Star Reiki Level 2 Training

Star Reiki Level 2 Training

Star Reiki Level 2 Training with Pam Bhandarkar MacPhee Friday, April 30, 2021 Healing Others & Distance Healing Heighten YOUR Power! Drawing from the infinite supply of universal healing energy, with intention, Pam believes we all have the power to increase our vibration as well as that of others. Star Reiki encompasses the traditional USUI Reiki lineage, and is inclusive to all forms of connecting and harnessing the power of Oneness. The Star Reiki Level 2 Training includes an overview of the traditional Reiki symbols and explores Intention, to more powerfully heal yourself and others and allow you to connect remotely, transcending space and time. You will receive a unique Star Reiki Level 2 Attunement, incorporating gentle seated hatha yoga poses as well as a series of chakra opening and balancing yin yoga poses. A sense of deep healing and/or release may be experienced. At the end of the training, you will be a certified Reiki Level 2 Practitioner with the ability to use your hands to...
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Cultivating Happiness Day Retreat

Cultivating Happiness Day Retreat

Cultivating Happiness Day Retreat with Anne Wanda Saturday, June 20, 2020 11:30 am to 4:30 pm Join us for a One Day Cultivating Happiness Retreat with Anne Wanda Tessier at PranaShanti Yoga Center. During this one-day retreat we will practice gentle yoga, guided meditations and breath work, and participate in a workshop to help us cultivate happiness. We will also enjoy a nourishing and healing light lunch. About Our Retreat The retreat day is suitable for all levels of yoga practitioners, including those who are new to the practice. The One Day retreat includes: Welcome talk and introductions Yoga practice to cultivate happiness. We will end off the practice with a few blissful restorative poses with the use of Hot Stones. A nourishing and healing light lunch A happiness workshop to reflect on what brings us joy, and how to cultivate happiness A goodie bag of treats to take home 1 infrared sauna session that can be used within one year at PranaShanti Yoga Center 1 yoga class...
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Beat the Winter Blues Day Retreat

Beat the Winter Blues Day Retreat

Beat the Winter Blues Day Retreat with Anne Wanda Tessier Sunday, February 17, 2019 11 am to 4 pm Boost your energy Connect with others Nourish the soul In this one day retreat with Anne Wanda Tessier you will enjoy guided meditations and discussions on how to boost your energy during this season and learn tips on how to cultivate joy during the winter months. You will enjoy a delicious light lunch, and practice gentle yoga to move energy in the body, and close with restorative yoga with hot-stones to warm the body and sooth the soul. This is a perfect opportunity to take time out for yourself, replenish your energy and learn tips on how to beat the winter blues this season. Our retreat day is suitable for all levels of yoga practitioners, including those who are new to the practice. About the Retreat Our Urban Day Winter Retreat includes: Welcome talk and introductions Gentle yoga and meditation practice Guided Discussion on how to boost energy and tips to cultivate...
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Hatha Yoga Teacher Training – 300 Hour Program Teaching Team

Hatha Yoga Teacher Training – 300 Hour Program Teaching Team

Established in 2017, PranaShanti Yoga Centre’s 300-Hour Program is a comprehensive course of study that delves deeply into all aspects of Yoga to build on the knowledge and skills developed at the 200-Hour Level. This self-paced modular approach to advanced Yogic education allows you to customize a pathway based on your own unique needs. Believing in studying with a variety of highly trained teachers increases everyone’s knowledge and depth of experience, our dedicated and skilled faculty deliver a well-rounded curriculum that enables you to refine your expertise in particular areas of interest due to their areas of specialization. Community is important to us so we invite you to get to know the members of the Teaching Team. Throughout the program we create moments for everyone to come together in person and online so we can keep our conversations going and support each other in our learning.  Please click on the links below to read more about the members of our Teaching Team: Devinder Kaur...
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