Aerial yoga or also known as anti-gravity yoga is a yoga-based practice using suspended yoga silks from the ceiling. It is a yoga practice that carries both modern elements as well as ancient yoga techniques.

This introduction to aerial yoga will give you the basics on safety, movement, benefits and rules while using the yoga silks. Participants engage in poses while utilizing the silks that allow them to suspend in mid-air. Based on the theory of counter-gravity, suspending the body via the silk is extremely beneficial. Gravity stresses the body by weighing the body down, causing compression of the spine and increased muscle tension. Counter-gravity works to reverse the negative effects of gravity by decompressing the spine, releasing muscle tension, and enhancing blood circulation. The silk is also intended to assist in proper body alignment and deepen awareness.

Participants must be in good physical condition in order to safely engage in this exercise with no problems. If you have ever had surgery on your hips, or if you have had any other surgery within the last year, avoid aerial yoga and consult with a doctor. Aerial yoga is not recommended for pregnant women, those with glaucoma, people who suffer from either high or very low blood pressure, those with osteoporosis, or those who have recently suffered from a stroke.

Date: Oct 15th, Nov 5th, Dec 3rd

Time: 1 - 3 pm

Cost: $35.00 + HST

Are you new to Yoga? Or maybe you've had a "Yoga with Adriene" introduction and are wondering if you're doing it right? Join Jessica , RYT-200 and Registered Kinesiologist in a program that will have you feeling competent and confident in your Yoga practice.

Though the spiritual side of Yoga will be addressed and practiced, emphasis will be on the physical - Focus on the Poses. Learn the names and benefits of each pose, and how to avoid common mistakes while you practice.

Classes are held in-studio or online via Zoom if you prefer. All participants will get a recording of each class that they can access until Nov 31st.

**Because of the focus on physical positioning and technique, it is highly recommended that you attend these classes IN PERSON as often as you are able.**

Sept 12th - What is Yoga?

An introduction to the practice as a whole, including a brief history, the 'aim' of our Yoga practice, structure of a typical class, and a relaxed practice focused on some of the more well known poses.

Sept 19th - Standing Poses

Explore the strengthening and grounding aspect of Yoga at your own pace with guidance on proper form for balance and joint safety.

Sept 26th - Seated Poses

Bring it down to the mat where balance won't be challenged, but the hips don't lie. Learn how to get around tightness in the hips and low back for proper alignment.

Oct 3rd - Backbends

Standing, seated, prone and supine - explore the expansion of the front body in a variety of positions. Learn how the core is instrumental in creating a healthy spinal extension.

Oct 17th - Forward Folds

Hamstrings! And other things. Learn how to work with your (in)flexibility for a comfortable and surrendered stretch of the back body.

Oct 24th - Don't Forget the Arms

We don't skip leg day in Yoga, so we need to make a point to incorporate our upper body into our practice. Experience strength and length for the hands, arms, shoulders, and core.

Oct 31st - Twists and Side Bends

A supple spine is an indication of good health and longevity. Twists and side bends can keep it limber! Also great for digestion. Also humbling. But oh so satisfying! This class will also incorporate movements and poses studied earlier in the course for a well rounded practice to cap off the sessions and leave you feeling confident on your Yogic path.

7 Classes

Date: Sept 12th - Oct 31st

Time: 7 - 8 pm

Cost: $120 + HST

Have you ever wanted to learn how to do some of those advanced yoga postures? Us too!

Join Becky monthly for our Advanced Posture Clinics.

Each month we will be breaking down the mechanics of how to enter and exit each posture safely through a flow to warm up and prep the body, dissecting the steps to enter and exit the postures and working with props and modifications as needed.

This is a fantastic opportunity to expand your practice, challenge yourself, and have a lot of fun trying something out of your comfort zone.

*Spaces are limited, pre-registration is encouraged

Dates:

October 15 – Crow, Side Crow, Fallen Angel

November 5 – Flying Pigeon, Flying Lizard

December 3 – Front Splits, Side Splits, Pancake

January 7 – Compass, Chair Compass, and Binding Postures

February 4 – Wheel, King Cobra, Floating Camel

March 4 –Insect, Firefly

April 8 – 8 Angle, Grasshopper

May 13 – Floating Splits, Flying Warrior

June 3 – Headstands

July 8 – Handstands

August 12 – Pincha, Scorpion

Time: 3:15 - 4:30 pm

Cost: $20.00 + HST

This event is a beautiful combination of restorative yoga, massage and energy healing. You will be placed into 5-6 comfortable supportive yoga poses with blankets, blocks and bolsters for 5-20 minutes while two energy healers go around to each person assisting the body back into a more balanced state. Energy healing is done through the hands either directly or indirectly onto the body using universal energy to support the person in need. It provides deep relaxation and relief from any kind of discomforts happening in the mental or physical body. There will also be some hands on manipulation and massage from one of our massage experts as well during the postures. It is a time to gently restore and heal the body back to a more balanced state. During the practice we will be integrating the use of Essential Oils to heighten your experience of relaxation. Limited space available. We will only be taking 12 participants so that we can give our undivided attention. It will be a small and intimate setting.

Date: Nov 9th

Time: 7 - 9 pm

Cost: $45.00 + HST

Aerial yoga or also known as anti-gravity yoga is a yoga-based practice using suspended yoga silks from the ceiling. It is a yoga practice that carries both modern elements as well as ancient yoga techniques.

This introduction to aerial yoga will give you the basics on safety, movement, benefits and rules while using the yoga silks. Participants engage in poses while utilizing the silks that allow them to suspend in mid-air. Based on the theory of counter-gravity, suspending the body via the silk is extremely beneficial. Gravity stresses the body by weighing the body down, causing compression of the spine and increased muscle tension. Counter-gravity works to reverse the negative effects of gravity by decompressing the spine, releasing muscle tension, and enhancing blood circulation. The silk is also intended to assist in proper body alignment and deepen awareness.

Participants must be in good physical condition in order to safely engage in this exercise with no problems. If you have ever had surgery on your hips, or if you have had any other surgery within the last year, avoid aerial yoga and consult with a doctor. Aerial yoga is not recommended for pregnant women, those with glaucoma, people who suffer from either high or very low blood pressure, those with osteoporosis, or those who have recently suffered from a stroke.

Date: Jan 7th, Feb 4th, Mar 4th, Apr 8th, May 13th, Jun 3rd, July 8th, Aug 12th

Time: 1 - 3 pm

Cost: $35.00 + HST