Learn, Grow, Evolve
Workshops, retreats and team building sessions invite you to try something different, deepen your knowledge and make new connections.
Just like you, we are open to fresh experiences and keen to learn from different teachers. |
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2025 Yoga Calendar
Inspired by Elle D'Amico's yoga students, her poem, I Would Practice Anywhere," was written and then created into a 2025 wall calendar. Illustrated by accomplished artist, Aura Vanderwal, each month features an animated, hand painted image to accompany the playful verses. (Read entire poem below)
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Part of the proceeds from every sale will go directly back into the community by donation to Haven Society. $25 each which includes taxes. **IMPORTANT: You MUST retain your receipt to pick up/receive your calendar. Shipment is expected in September.** |
I Would Practice Anywhere
By Elle D’Amico
I would practice anywhere, on the floor or in a chair.
I would practice in the cold, Sun Salutes then Forward Fold.
A blue, a green, or pink yoga mat, on my face I’ve fallen flat.
I don’t care if people stare, I would practice anywhere.
I would practice in a class; or better yet, barefoot on grass.
I would practice when I’m sad, and on days I’m feeling mad.
I would practice on a boat; I would practice with a goat.
In my pj’s and messy hair, I would practice anywhere.
I would practice in the rain; take lotus pose for my brain.
I would practice on a log; strengthening my downward dog.
I would practice in a sling, I would practice on a swing.
It doesn’t matter what I wear, I would practice anywhere.
I would practice on the wall, I would practice on a ball.
I would practice in a bed; I would practice on my head.
I would practice in the breeze, with sun and sand and swaying trees.
I love the smell of ocean air; I would practice anywhere.
I would practice day or night; or afternoon if that felt right.
I would practice through my tears; fatigue and stress just disappears.
I would practice for my mind; all my worries left behind.
Yoga makes me more aware; I would practice anywhere.
I would practice when confused, bored or sore, or feeling bruised.
No matter where my head is at, from chaos to calm on my mat.
And while my mind will always roam, practice brings my Spirit home.
Devotion, a journey, my time for prayer; I would practice anywhere.
Except naked yoga. Not there.
By Elle D’Amico
I would practice anywhere, on the floor or in a chair.
I would practice in the cold, Sun Salutes then Forward Fold.
A blue, a green, or pink yoga mat, on my face I’ve fallen flat.
I don’t care if people stare, I would practice anywhere.
I would practice in a class; or better yet, barefoot on grass.
I would practice when I’m sad, and on days I’m feeling mad.
I would practice on a boat; I would practice with a goat.
In my pj’s and messy hair, I would practice anywhere.
I would practice in the rain; take lotus pose for my brain.
I would practice on a log; strengthening my downward dog.
I would practice in a sling, I would practice on a swing.
It doesn’t matter what I wear, I would practice anywhere.
I would practice on the wall, I would practice on a ball.
I would practice in a bed; I would practice on my head.
I would practice in the breeze, with sun and sand and swaying trees.
I love the smell of ocean air; I would practice anywhere.
I would practice day or night; or afternoon if that felt right.
I would practice through my tears; fatigue and stress just disappears.
I would practice for my mind; all my worries left behind.
Yoga makes me more aware; I would practice anywhere.
I would practice when confused, bored or sore, or feeling bruised.
No matter where my head is at, from chaos to calm on my mat.
And while my mind will always roam, practice brings my Spirit home.
Devotion, a journey, my time for prayer; I would practice anywhere.
Except naked yoga. Not there.
Restorative Yoga and Reiki Healing Touch
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Join Luisa Quezada (Yoga teacher and Reiki Master) and experience the bliss of holding restorative yoga poses while receiving the healing energy of Reiki. This practice will relax the body, calm the busy mind, soothe the nervous system, and reset the system of your being. When we decrease stress, we enter a state of ease, slowly letting go of dis-ease.
Take time to disconnect from the outside world and connect with your Self. |
Friday, September 13, 2024
7:30pm-9:30pm $55 + gst |
2 Hour Focused Classes w/Steve Boechler
Starting from the base, students will build upon the foundations and move more deeply into movements and postures. The internal actions within postures will be explored allowing for increased balance and endurance.
1. Sat, Sep 21 - Standing Postures 1:30p-3:30p 2. Sat, Oct 19 - Backbends 1:30p-3:30p 3. Sat, Nov 16 - Twists 1:30-3:30p 4. Sat, Dec 14 - Inversions 1:30-2:30p *Please bring a yoga blanket to this class if you have one |
Investment: $180 + gst for all 4 sessions
or $50 + gst per session |
Yoga- Back to Basics
Sundays
September 22, 29, October 6, 13 Investment: $160+gst for 4 sessions or $45 +gst per session |
This 4 week series is designed for you if you want to feel more confident and comfortable in your practice. This is also perfect if you are a beginner yogi! Each class will include a 1 hour class, along with discussion, contemplation, and exploring new approaches to build your new or refreshed skills.
Lets get together to: -understand your unique needs and how to modify postures to suit you -breakdown the core poses in both Yin and Hatha style practices -practice drills to strengthen and stretch -explore presence and calm through breathwork and meditation -get to know a bit more about the history & benefits of yoga In this small group setting you will receive individual attention. You will come away feeling more confident in your practice, understand your unique modifications, and ready to attend class prepared to honour your body. Remember there is no such thing as the perfect pose...only the pose that is perfect for you. |
Pranayama- Breath Control
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Pranayama is the conscious awareness of the breath. With intent, we will practice prolonged inhalation, exhalation, and breath retention. The awareness and management of the diaphragm during pranayama will be explored. If you have a yoga blanket, please bring to practice.
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Fridays
September 27, October 4, 11,18 12:15p-1:00p Investment: $65 +gst for the series or $20 +gst per session |
