Devinder Kaur, Author at PranaShanti

Make a Difference in the Lives of Children

January 25, 2020November 9, 2020 by Devinder Kaur2 Comments

Make a Difference in Lives of Children! – The Awesome World of Kids Yoga. By Victoria Lynes After teaching my first couple of Yoga classes to kids almost a decade ago, and watching them close their eyes and practice calming breath work - that was it - I was hooked! I knew there was a gap here that I wanted to fill. “Namaste Miss Victoria!” Bright, smiling eyes. Tight knee and belly hugs from the kinders. High 5's from the older kids. This is the reception I often receive when I arrive each week to teach at one of my public or private schools. I adore teaching Yoga and Mindfulness to children,whether they are classes for toddlers or young teens. Children need these tools now more than ever,especially in this world of hyper connectivity and “on-line, all the time” culture that they are being raised in. Many people ask me how to get started with kids yoga. There are many different approaches. But if there...

Top Yoga Studio in Ottawa 2017, 2018, 2019 & 2020

January 10, 2020December 12, 2020 by Devinder KaurNo Comments

Grateful to be voted Top Yoga Studio in Ottawa for 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020! PranaShanti Yoga Centre crowned Top Choice Award Winner for Top Yoga Studio in the 2019 Annual Top Choice Award Survey. Ottawa, Ontario, CA -- January 10, 2020 -- Top Choice Awards has announced that PranaShanti Yoga Centre has been crowned the winner for Top Yoga Studio of 2020 in the city of Ottawa. PranaShanti Yoga Centre has set new standards for quality, service, image, value and professionalism. We have excelled in our category through hard work and complete dedication to our customers. This award is a testament to the skill, passion and vision of our company. We truly appreciate this recognition and the association with the exclusive Top Choice Award circle of winners in North America. Top Choice Awards is an International market research firm, focusing on the experience of the customers. Since 2005, winners are released annually to recognize and showcase the most trusted and appealing service organizations and...

Turmeric Tea for Health and Longevity

January 9, 2020January 10, 2020 by Devinder KaurNo Comments

Turmeric Tea Turmeric is lauded for its healing powers in folk medicine and Ayurveda, it's even highly recommended as part of a Kundalini lifestyle. Research has shown that turmeric promotes digestion, reduces inflammation and joint paint, and even promotes cellular repair. You may recognize it as the spice that gives curry its bold yellow colour, but some recipes, like this tea, allow turmeric to shine in its own sweeter, delicious right. A word of warning: turmeric is used as a dye for a good reason - it stains anything it comes into contact with, so best to wear an apron. This is a paste that you can use for one cup of tea and then store the rest in the refrigerator. Making tea is very easy, and we provide a few customizable options for you to enjoy your own cup! This can be made into iced tea by adding lots of ice to dissolved tea for summertime enjoyment. Ingredients 1/3 cup local, raw honey...

New Year’s Day Celebration 2020

December 24, 2019May 23, 2023 by Devinder KaurNo Comments

New Year's Day - Celebrate the start of 2020 the Yogi Way! Begin the year with Yoga at PranaShanti Yoga Centre! The beginning of the new year is traditionally a time of contemplating change, it is also a time to clarify your intentions for the coming year. Come steep in the wisdom of your heart and nourish your most auspicious projections for 2020! Our annual tradition is to kick off the New Year with some of your favorite PranaShanti Yoga Teachers. We will have 7 Yoga Classes happening on January 1st with start times of 11:30 am, 12 pm and 1:30 pm. Join the celebration with PranaShanti Teachers. Treats and joyful spirit included! 11:30 am to 12:45 pm: Hatha with Steffi Warm Yang + Yin with Stephane Kundalini with Devinder 12 pm to 1 pm: New Year's Day Meditation with Laurie 1:30 pm to 2:45 pm: New Year's Day Mala with Cat Sweat & Surrender Flow with Paula A Restorative New Year's Day with Anne Cost:...

Annual Winter Solstice Celebration 2019

December 11, 2019April 23, 2020 by Devinder KaurNo Comments

Our Annual Winter Solstice Celebration is Friday, December 20! Midwinter's day has been an important time for celebration throughout the ages. On this shortest day of the year, the sun is at its lowest and weakest, a pivot point from which the light will grow stronger and brighter. This is the turning point of the year. To celebrate this sacred time we will walk an incredible light-filled Labyrinth in the Spirit Room! The labyrinth is a metaphor for what is sacred in our lives. When we walk the path inward, we carry our burdens with us. When we meditate or pray in the center, we ask for grace and understanding. When we walk the path outward, we are lighter, more joyful and ready yet again to take on life's challenges. Live music by the local Ottawa duet Ataraxia, will enhance our sacred experience as we are guided along our walk with ambient soundscapes. Refreshments will be served afterwards including mulled spiced apple tea, delicious goodies...

Vote for PranaShanti Yoga Centre – Top Ottawa Yoga Studio in 2020!

November 1, 2019November 9, 2020 by Devinder KaurNo Comments

Vote for Us! PranaShanti Yoga Centre has been nominated as Ottawa's Top Yoga Studio of 2020 in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, by Top Choice Awards! Thank you for your nominations and your support of PranaShanti Yoga Centre! We are deeply touched that so many voted for us as Top Yoga Studio for 2017, 2018 and 2019 and we are in deep gratitude for being nominated as Top Yoga Studio in Ottawa for 2020! We are here to set high standards within our category and within our community. Your vote is important. It helps Top Choice Awards discover new, noteworthy businesses, and helps other people in Ottawa enjoy better overall products and services. By voting you are also thanking those who proudly serve you and our community every day. Please show your support and vote for us! Voting is OPEN until December 20, 2019! ...

The Basics of Kundalini Yoga

August 29, 2019August 29, 2019 by Devinder Kaur7 Comments

Kundalini Yoga is the fastest growing Yoga. It's known as the Yoga of Awareness – it consists of simple yogic techniques that can be enjoyed by everyone, no matter their age or physical ability. Kundalini is a holistic practice that includes breathwork (pranayama), yoga postures (asanas), sound (gong), chanting silently or out loud (mantra), and meditation. This is a wonderful yoga practice that is done at your own individual pace, and everyone can do. From your very first class you’ll start reaping the rewards, whether you’re new to yoga, or you’re looking to expand your yoga practice to include some more spiritual and meditative work. Here's some Q&A's to help get you started in learning more about this style of Yoga. Why do we cover our head? In Kundalini yoga it is recommended to keep the hair up and to wear a white headcover to better receive the solar energy, which will merge with the Kundalini energy rising from the root chakra and help...

10 Great Reasons to do Teacher Training at PranaShanti!

August 27, 2019August 27, 2019 by Devinder Kaur2 Comments

10 GREAT reasons to do your Teacher Training at PranaShanti! 10. A Spacious Centre Our Centre has four practice Studios, which means that Teacher Training is always in the largest space reserved just for trainings. The consistency and preparation of a space makes training a comfortable experience! You'll always have the kitchen available to you so you can bring your own food to prepare, and there's no moving around to other spaces to accommodate classes. 9. We're Well Equipped We're really equipped because of the diversity of trainings and classes we host! Whether you want to teach Hot Yoga or Restorative Yoga in the future, your Teacher Training will have many yoga props so you can be supported in your training and learn the full spectrum of how to support yoga students. 8. In A Great Neighbourhood Enjoy free parking evenings and weekends, so if you're not locking your bike up outside, you don't need to fuss with parking tickets. There are two vegan restaurants, two...

What is Therapeutic Yoga?

August 27, 2019January 7, 2024 by Devinder Kaur6 Comments

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=601s4_k6yaw Hello, my name is Kathleen! I’m a Certified Yoga Therapist (C-IAYT) and Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT). You can find me guiding Therapeutic Yoga classes at PranaShanti Yoga Centre and helping to coordinate the Hatha Yoga Teacher Training 300 Hour Program. The front desk receives plenty of questions about Therapeutic Yoga classes so I’d like to share information and dispel any misconceptions. People sometimes ask: “am I signing up for talk therapy?” or “is this physiotherapy?” – no, Therapeutic Yoga classes do not incorporate talk therapy or physiotherapy. Therapeutic Yoga weaves together ancient yogic tools including, breath techniques (Pranayama), hand gestures (Mudra), vocal tones (Mantra), gentle movement (Asana), and different forms of meditation. From my studies of Hatha Yoga at PranaShanti, Integrative Yoga Therapy at Kripalu and other training, I recognize that all facets of yoga contribute to health and healing on all dimensions of being. I’m passionate about creating inclusive spaces and sharing simple yet powerful self-healing practices. Therapeutic Yoga classes are trauma-informed...

Summertime Fun SAVINGS! Enjoy FREE Yoga in August!

July 1, 2019August 29, 2019 by Devinder KaurNo Comments

Our annual Summertime Fun Savings begins on July 1st! We're always so impressed how dedicated our yogis are through the Ottawa winter, that when it comes to summer, we want to help you maintain the benefits of a regular yoga practice for health and vibrancy through the warm months. That's why between July 1st to August 31st, 2019, when you purchase a 10 or 20 class package, you'll receive some FREE yoga in the month of August. The class packages do not expire and the bonus classes are valid for use between August 1 to August 31st, 2019. When you purchase... A 10 class package = 5 free August classes. A 20 class package = 10 free August classes. You can purchase online or at the Centre, and your classes will be added to your account. It's a tremendous thing to get extra support in maintaining your practice! Yoga's a little like regular tune ups and oil changes on your car: even if you do it really...