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Voted Top Yoga Studio in Ottawa – 2021

January 21, 2021January 21, 2021 by superadmin superadminNo Comments

Grateful to be voted Top Yoga Studio in Ottawa for 5 years in a row! 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and now 2021! PranaShanti Yoga Centre crowned Top Choice Award Winner for Top Yoga Studio in the 2021 Annual Top Choice Award Survey. Ottawa, Ontario, CA -- January 14, 2021 -- Top Choice Awards has announced that PranaShanti Yoga Centre has been crowned the winner for Top Yoga Studio of 2021 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...

28-Day Yoga Challenge

January 20, 2021January 20, 2021 by superadmin superadmin2 Comments

Beat the Winter Blues with the PranaShanti 28-Day Yoga Challenge! The Challenge runs from February 1 to February 28, 2021, and is a commitment to attend yoga classes for 28 consecutive days. The PranaShanti 28-Day Challenge is a great way to strengthen the body, unburden the mind, and begin a daily commitment to yourself - an opportunity to tap into your true nature which is deeper, wiser and more joyful. In 28 days, you can create a whole new way of being. Start with any class on February 1 and keep going with 1 class per day until the end of the month! Why should I take the PranaShanti 28-Day Challenge? This is an opportunity to awaken to your life, to tap into your true nature, to lighten and brighten from the inside outwards - all in the depth of Winter. Through daily practice, you will experience: increased strength & flexibility; stress reduction & improved focus; improved sleep patterns & eating habits; feelings of well-being...

950 Gladstone Ave. Opens December 27!

December 12, 2020December 30, 2020 by Devinder KaurNo Comments

Announcing our OPENING DATE! SUNDAY, DECEMBER 27! We’re happy to announce that PranaShanti Yoga Centre will open at 950 Gladstone Ave. on Sunday, December 27! As we wrap up construction and get ready to receive you, we will continue with our current Class Schedule and Wellness Appointments from our 45 Eccles Street location until December 23. We will be closed December 24, 25 and 26 for the holidays. December 27-30: We will offer our current Class Schedule of Interactive Live Stream Classes and In Person Classes plus Wellness Appointments all from 950 Gladstone Ave. December 31: Closed for New Year’s Eve. January 1: Open for 8 Specialty Classes to celebrate the New Year! January 2 and Onward: Open with our NEW and EXPANDED Class Schedule and wellness offerings. To learn more and stay up to date, keep an eye on our website and sign up for our newsletter at www.pranashanti.com ...

In Person Classes Resume Saturday, November 7, 2020

November 7, 2020November 8, 2020 by Devinder KaurNo Comments

As announced this week by Premier Ford - In Person Classes resume TODAY! We’re excited to welcome everyone back to class! We’re keeping it safe and cozy in our 45 Eccles Street space while our 950 Gladstone Ave. Centre is being renovated. Our Online live stream and In Person classes are 7 days a week with 45+ classes for you to choose from. In Person attendance is a maximum of 6 participants with ample social distancing. Here are our In Person Class procedures at 45 Eccles Street: Pre-registration for classes is required. When you arrive you will be asked a series of health check questions by our Front Desk Staff.Leave your footwear in the entrance and you will then be directed to hand sanitizer and our designated mat spaces that are spaced for ample social distancing.All props (blocks, vinyl bolsters, blankets and cushions) provided have been sanitized. You are most welcome to bring your own!After class leave any props used at your practice space...

Online Shopping

October 4, 2020October 5, 2020 by Devinder KaurNo Comments

We're here for you and our Online Store is OPEN! We've made yoga props - from mats to therapy balls available in our Online Store to support your practice. We have: Yoga MatsBolsters and CushionsMeditation BenchesYoga BlocksYoga StrapsBlanketsEye PillowsYoga Tune Up BallsBooksBath Booms and Bath SaltsBeeswax CandlesHerbal and Yogi Teaand more... Visit our Online Store today! FREE Curbside pick up and FREE shipping with purchases over $99.00! We'll continue to find ways to help you build a deep, and rewarding practice. In-Store Shopping With COVID safety measures.Monday to Friday: 10:30 am to 4:30 pmSaturday and Sunday: 11 am to 5 pm Free Curbside and In-Store Pickup Choose the "In Store Pickup" option and you can pick up your order from Monday to Friday (10:30 am - 4:30 pm) and Saturday and Sunday (11 am - 5 pm). All curbside and "In Store Pickups" are at 45 Eccles Street in Chinatown. Shipping We ship within Canada and the to U.S. We offer FREE regular shipping in...

PranaShanti Education Centre

October 4, 2020October 4, 2020 by Devinder KaurNo Comments

Ego says, "Once everything falls into place, I'll feel peace." Spirit says, "Find your peace, and then everything will fall into place." - Marianne Williamson We don't need all the answers right now. Start with peace and the rest will fall into place...and likely in better ways than you could have ever imagined! When COVID hit and we were mandated to close, I went home and sat on my couch for a deep think! What will we do? How will we continue to support the students, teachers and staff? The answer - we go online and we go online right now! In less than 3 days from closure we were offering FREE live stream classes to the community and to the world! Teachers were paid and we were able to retain some staff. We kept the FREE classes going for 5 weeks! Hundreds joined in daily from around the world. Then the next reality sunk in that we are in...

Keeping it cozy & safe!

October 4, 2020October 12, 2020 by Devinder KaurNo Comments

We’re keeping it cozy and safe in our 45 Eccles Street space while our Gladstone Ave. Centre is being renovated. Our Online Live Stream and In Person classes continue 7 days a week with 45+ classes for you to choose from. In Person attendance is a maximum of 6-7 participants with ample social distancing. Note: Starting on Monday, October 5, our 4 pm classes are moving to a 4:30 pm start time. Here are our In Person Class procedures at 45 Eccles Street: When you arrive you will be asked a few health check questions by our Front Desk Staff.Leave your footwear in the entrance and you will then be directed to hand sanitizer and our designated mat spaces that are spaced for ample social distancing.All props (blocks, vinyl bolsters, blankets and cushions) provided have been sanitized. You are most welcome to bring your own!After class leave any props used at your practice space for us to sanitize and rotate for fresh props...

Our NEW hOMe!

July 23, 2020December 12, 2020 by Devinder KaurNo Comments

Where is our new hOMe? Many have been wondering. We've had tonnes of emails and social media questions about it and I've even heard there was a bet or 2 going! Drum roll please... Our new location is 950 Gladstone Avenue! We are thrilled and trust you will love it too! The location is central, close to the newest LRT, has free 3 hour street parking and designated parking for our use. We are easy walking distance to the restaurants on Preston Street and the shops and cafes we adore on Wellington Street. Our new hOMe was built in the late 1800's as a wholesale hardware warehouse. Built on a timber frame with post and beam construction, it is one of the only buildings of its kind remaining in Ottawa. We will have 3 studio rooms; Body, Mind and Soul. There are large windows, high ceiling and lots of interesting architectural features. It's a COVID-19 good news story with a fresh energy for a new...

Yoga in the Park – Social Distancing

July 18, 2020October 4, 2020 by Devinder KaurNo Comments

Take IN PERSON Yoga Classes with your favourite PranaShanti Teachers! Bring your yoga mat or beach towel and get ready to practice yoga outdoors in the summertime! Rain or shine, we’ll be there! All classes are OPEN to ALL levels, abilities and ages! Everyone is welcome. Classes are offered 3 times per week - Tuesdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Bring a yoga mat or beach towel and bottle of water with you. Social distancing guidelines will be respected. Days and Times: Tuesdays: 6 pm to 7 pm at Fairmont Park Saturdays: 9 am to 10 pm at Fairmont Park Sundays: 10 am to 11 am at Hintonburg Park Park Locations: Fairmont Park is located at: 265 Fairmont Ave., Ottawa Hintonburg Park is located at: 49 Fairmont Ave., Ottawa Cost: PranaShanti Drop-In Fee, Class Package or Membership. No refunds or credits available. Sign Up HERE! Note: Pre-registration required and space is limited to 20 participants per City of Ottawa guidelines. New Class Cancellation Policy: As we are offering limited spots for...

Stage 3 Re-Opening

July 17, 2020October 4, 2020 by Devinder KaurNo Comments

Greetings, It's been a long wait and we are deeply grateful for all of the support we have received over the past 4 months that has allowed for us to continue to serve the Ottawa community and beyond. We’re excited to share that we are re-opening for In Person Classes on Saturday, August 1. Attendance at our In Person classes will follow our current Virtual Class Schedule until we move into our new hOMe! In Person classes will be held at our temporary location at 45 Eccles Street, Ottawa, Ontario. The safety and health of our staff, teachers and students is very important to us. We are taking the time between now and August 1st to observe how our city responds to the re-openings and so we can be fully prepared with the necessary protocols in place. During the Stage 3 we are re-opening with: Reduced capacity for In Person class attendance to respect social distancing guidelines; Increased cleaning and updated safety procedures; Updated...