Learn to assist safely, skilfully, and confidently
As a yoga teacher, you’ve learned verbal cues and have developed your own phrasing to guide students safely through a practice. Verbal cueing and verbal assisting are mainstays of the yoga teaching experience; however, it is sometimes helpful to physically show yogis how to be more stable and easeful in their asanas. Confident touch will communicate to your students that you see them and that you are there to support them. It will also help them enrich their practice.
In this course, you will learn to augment your verbal cues with physical adjustments and assists intended to stabilize the yogi’s stance and possibly introduce ease and openness in their asanas. With a deepened understanding of anatomy and alignment, you will learn how to “read” bodies to provide relevant guidance, given a yogi’s physicality and their level of experience and understand your biomechanics to safely assist students.
After a few years of virtual/no-contact teaching, the time has come to re-learn how to adjust and assist our yoga students. Your confident, purposeful touch will help your students open to their unique potential.
Learning Objectives:
Keeping yourself safe, and understanding the biomechanics of the teacher’s body and the student’s
The difference between an adjustment and an assist
Ethical touch: how to use your hands - how to be professional, neutral and intentional
Alignment vs respecting each student’s unique physiology: it is very important to be able to recognize whether offering an adjustment to one of your students is absolutely necessary
Using your breath in and as an assist
Asking for feedback, and being okay if it doesn’t work
Recognizing resistance in your students
Hands-on assists, when done with care and consent, can be a valuable tool for yoga teachers. By respecting boundaries, using appropriate techniques, and prioritizing student comfort, you can create a safe and supportive class environment for both student and teacher.
Dates and Times:
Saturday, October 31, 2026, and Sunday, November 1, 2026:
Saturday: 10 am ET – 4 pm ET
Sunday: 10 am ET – 4 pm ET
Breaks will be provided.
Cost: SAVE $30.00 by registering on or before September 15, 2026, for $495.00 per person. $525.00 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, our Lending Library and Administration Offices.
Chair Yoga adapts traditional yoga poses so that they can be done with a chair for support, making yoga more accessible for all people.
Our society is aging and there are many people unable to practice a standard yoga class. Chair yoga also provides a gentle but effective practice for those with mobility or disability issues.
The chair takes the place of the yoga mat, and poses are seated or supported by the chair. You get a warm-up, stretching and strengthening, whether you're coming off a sports injury, challenged by the physical limits of aging, or have been sitting for too many hours at your desk.
Program Outline:
This program will offer you the tools to help you and/or your students build strength, awareness and confidence as well as to increase well-being both physically and mentally.
Learn how to work with this ever growing group who can get so much benefit from the practice of yoga with the assistance of a chair!
This program is Yoga Alliance recognized and consists of 15 hours of contact teaching.
Topics covered include:
Teaching a 30-60 min chair yoga class
Teaching to a group living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.
Teaching a group with Multiple Sclerosis and other causes of limited mobility
Teaching chair yoga for office workers
Working with other common issues that make a chair necessary
How to set up the class and how to teach from a chair
Practicum – Students will have the opportunity to practice teach
Anatomy of aging
Mental aspects of aging
Yoga Philosophy and aging
Meditation and Mantras
Storytelling and other ways to share the yogic philosophy
How to find work as a chair yoga instructor
Volunteer opportunities
Dates and Timings:
Friday, November 6, 2026 to Sunday, November 8, 2026
Friday - 6 pm ET to 9 pm ET
Saturday – 10 am ET to 4 pm ET
Sunday – 10 am ET to 4 pm ET
Cost and Registration:
SAVE $30.00 by registering on or before September 15, 2026, for $495.00 per person. $525.00 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.
Note: This course is open to the general public. 6 months to 1 year of regular yoga practice is recommended for participation.
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, our Lending Library and Administration Offices.
Elevate your restorative yoga practice and expand your knowledge of restorative yoga with Anne Wanda Tessier (E-RYT 500) in this upcoming training for experienced restorative yoga teachers.
We will review popular restorative yoga poses and explore many new ones which require the use of new props, chairs and the wall. This training is a great addition to the Foundational Restorative Yoga Training as many new poses will be explored. Learn how to safely support all body shapes in poses such as inversions, backbends, hero pose and several variations of savasana.
You will also learn new themes that can be incorporated in your yoga classes, explore the therapeutic benefits of this practice and how this practice can help sooth emotions and balance dosa types. Expand and diversify your repertoire of restorative yoga poses and dive deeper in the physiology of relaxation and the importance of rest.
Overview:
In this 20-hour training, we will have the opportunity to practice restorative yoga poses and explore how to use props to fully support the body, including variations and alternatives depending on injuries or other health conditions. We will explore how to safely support the body in inversions and backbends as well as how to modify or offer alternatives for various poses. We will learn how restorative yoga can help restore balance in our lives and how this practice can help to reduce stress, anxiety, anger and depression.
You will leave the training with knowledge on how to sequence a restorative class for their own practice, for private and group classes as well as teaching online.
What will we explore in this training?
New restorative poses & use of props
Therapeutic benefits of restorative yoga
Breathing techniques, mantras
How to elicit the relaxation response
Physiology of relaxation
Safe and supported Inversions
Offering modifications or alternatives in a class
Soothing emotions with restorative yoga
Poses to balance anger, depression and anxiety
Several back-bend variations
More than 5 variations of savanasa
Importance of supporting the head & variations of head support
Restorative yoga & the link to the spine, nervous system & organs
Restorative yoga with minimal props
Sequencing and teaching in-person and on-line restorative yoga
Schedule:
Friday, November 13, 2026, to Sunday, November 15, 2026.
Friday: 6 pm ET to 9 pm ET
Saturday: 9 am ET to 5 pm ET
Sunday 9 am ET to 5 pm ET
Cost: $525.00 per person. SAVE $50.00 by registering on or before September 15, 2026, for $475.00 per person.
Includes pre-reading, 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.
Maximum Registration: 20 participants.
Note:
This course is recommended for teachers with a minimum of 1 year teaching experience with a basic understanding and practice of restorative yoga.
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.
300 Hour Program Elective Module: 20 Hours
Note About Props:
If you are attending online it will be useful to have the yoga props required to fully explore the poses.
Here are the props recommended for this training: 2 bolsters (flat and/or round), a yoga chair, 4-5 (Mexican) blankets, 2-3 blocks, 1-2 straps, eye pillow, 1-2 and sand bags.
Alternative props can also include additional blankets or thick towels to act as bolsters when rolled and folded, thick books as blocks, a scarf or belt as a strap, a face cloth or small folded towel as an eye pillow.
For those attending in-person, all props will be available for you to use during the training and you are also welcome to bring your own.
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 is kitchen with fridge, microwave, kettle and dishware. We have a dining area with tables and chairs, 2 gender neutral bathrooms, Lending Library and Administration Office.
Do you suffer from chronic jaw pain and tightness? Perhaps some teeth clenching at night?
Do you experience stiffness and pain in your neck?
Come enjoy this 1-hour MELT Method workshop focused on easing neck and jaw pain.
The MELT Method is a gentle self-care technique that is all about fascia - the fibrous, water-based tissue that traverses our body, envelops our muscles and organs and houses sensory nerves and our joints. Using specially-designed soft foam rollers and balls, MELT techniques help decompress fascial tissue, easing pain, stiffness, and inflammation.
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.”
For Yoga Teachers of ALL disciplines and Students interested in Teaching Yoga!
Yoga is growing, evolving, and becoming more widely available in studios, workplaces, schools, wellness settings, and online spaces.
Today’s Yoga Teachers are called to be of service to their communities while also creating a sustainable, rewarding, and financially viable path for themselves.
This course is designed to help you move beyond simply teaching classes and into building a meaningful, professional yoga career with confidence and clarity.
In this course, we will explore:
The key aspects to consider when developing a Yoga Teacher business plan and your personal approach to teaching
How to identify your unique strengths, values, voice, and teaching style
Ways to define your niche and determine who you most want to serve
The many pathways available to Yoga Teachers, including studios, private sessions, workshops, retreats, corporate yoga, schools, online teaching, therapeutic work, and specialty populations
Tools for effective day-to-day management of your Yoga Teaching business, including scheduling, pricing, time management, client communication, boundaries, and organization
Marketing basics for Yoga Teachers, including branding, social media, networking, referrals, websites, newsletters, and creating authentic connections with your community
How to establish yourself as a professional in a field with many Yoga Teachers
Determining the most practical and realistic paths to gain teaching experience, build confidence, and continue your professional development
How to create workshops, series, private offerings, and additional income streams
AI and tools such as ChatGPT to help with class planning, marketing, content creation, business organization, and productivity
Common challenges Yoga Teachers face, and strategies to avoid burnout while maintaining passion and sustainability in your work
Learning Objectives:
Identify your core strengths, values, and gifts as a Yoga Teacher
Learn about the various niche areas of teaching and explore where you want to take your teaching focus
Gain greater clarity around your ideal students and the communities you want to serve
Develop a practical understanding of how to create and manage a Yoga Teaching business
Build confidence in marketing yourself authentically and professionally
Receive guidance on your plan and approach for your yoga teaching career and business
Leave with actionable next steps to help you grow your confidence, experience, and professional presence as a Yoga Teacher
Dates and Times:
November 17 and 24, 2026
6 pm ET - 9 pm ET both evenings
Cost:SAVE with the Early Bird! $265.00 per person before August 31, 2026, $295.00 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.
Note: This course is open to the general public. 6 months to 1 year of regular yoga practice is recommended for participation.
There will be pre-reading and an assignment to complete.
300 Hour Program - Core Module - 10 Hours (6 hours lecture, 4 hours pre-reading and assignment)
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 kitchenette with fridge, microwave, kettle and dishware. We have dining tables and chairs, 2 gender neutral bathrooms, Lending Library and our Administration Office.
Inner Stillness: Monthly Meditation Group | In-Person
Wednesday, November 18th, 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, November 18th, 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.
Immerse yourself in a deeply soothing experience that combines gentle yoga and a live harmonic sound relaxation.
You’ll be supported in releasing stress and tension through gentle yoga postures. As your body settles, you’ll be enveloped in the healing vibrations of crystal and metal singing bowls, chimes, Gong, and other meditative instruments—designed to quiet the mind and restore your energy.
Whether you're new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, this class is a beautiful way to reset and recharge.
Cost: PranaShanti Drop-In Fee, Class Package, or Membership. You’re welcome to bring an eye pillow or anything that adds to your comfort. This class is held in our Education Centre on the 2nd floor. Please enter the building through the door under the red awning, and head up the stairs.
Location: PranaShanti Yoga Centre, 950 Gladstone Ave. 2nd Floor, Ottawa, ON. Studio: Education Centre.
For Yoga Teachers of ALL disciplines and Students interested in Teaching Yoga!
Yoga is growing, evolving, and becoming more widely available in studios, workplaces, schools, wellness settings, and online spaces.
Today’s Yoga Teachers are called to be of service to their communities while also creating a sustainable, rewarding, and financially viable path for themselves.
This course is designed to help you move beyond simply teaching classes and into building a meaningful, professional yoga career with confidence and clarity.
In this course, we will explore:
The key aspects to consider when developing a Yoga Teacher business plan and your personal approach to teaching
How to identify your unique strengths, values, voice, and teaching style
Ways to define your niche and determine who you most want to serve
The many pathways available to Yoga Teachers, including studios, private sessions, workshops, retreats, corporate yoga, schools, online teaching, therapeutic work, and specialty populations
Tools for effective day-to-day management of your Yoga Teaching business, including scheduling, pricing, time management, client communication, boundaries, and organization
Marketing basics for Yoga Teachers, including branding, social media, networking, referrals, websites, newsletters, and creating authentic connections with your community
How to establish yourself as a professional in a field with many Yoga Teachers
Determining the most practical and realistic paths to gain teaching experience, build confidence, and continue your professional development
How to create workshops, series, private offerings, and additional income streams
AI and tools such as ChatGPT to help with class planning, marketing, content creation, business organization, and productivity
Common challenges Yoga Teachers face, and strategies to avoid burnout while maintaining passion and sustainability in your work
Learning Objectives:
Identify your core strengths, values, and gifts as a Yoga Teacher
Learn about the various niche areas of teaching and explore where you want to take your teaching focus
Gain greater clarity around your ideal students and the communities you want to serve
Develop a practical understanding of how to create and manage a Yoga Teaching business
Build confidence in marketing yourself authentically and professionally
Receive guidance on your plan and approach for your yoga teaching career and business
Leave with actionable next steps to help you grow your confidence, experience, and professional presence as a Yoga Teacher
Dates and Times:
November 17 and 24, 2026
6 pm ET - 9 pm ET both evenings
Cost:SAVE with the Early Bird! $265.00 per person before August 31, 2026, $295.00 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.
Note: This course is open to the general public. 6 months to 1 year of regular yoga practice is recommended for participation.
There will be pre-reading and an assignment to complete.
300 Hour Program - Core Module - 10 Hours (6 hours lecture, 4 hours pre-reading and assignment)
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 kitchenette with fridge, microwave, kettle and dishware. We have dining tables and chairs, 2 gender neutral bathrooms, Lending Library and our Administration Office.
