We have a style and level for everybody. All of our teachers offer expert instruction and offer helpful suggestions and adaptations to poses when necessary. If you are new to yoga or are unsure where to start with our classes please contact Tomomi or Andrea at 429-3303 and determine the best level and style for you.
Our Main Yoga Style: Hatha Vinyasa or "Flow"
A fun breath-oriented style of yoga available at all levels of challenge. This style has been developed from backgrounds in various yoga styles (Baron Baptiste, Interdisciplinary, Iyengar, Ashtanga and Shiva Rea) as well as influences from our therapeutic backgrounds (Physiotherapy and Occupational therapy). In the beginner classes more emphasis is on coordination of breath, safety and alignment. Higher levels offer more flow, longer holds, deeper postures and more challenge. Our classes are always joyful. With our expert instruction you are able to discover the vitality and health that yoga brings.
Partner Yoga
Leslie Hunter. Wednesday evenings at 7:00pm, September to June. Relax and renew your mind and body as you experience the healing benefits of vinyasa yoga, freeing dance movement, and meditation in one wildly fun and exhilarating class suitable for all levels, including beginners and non-dancers. Partner Yoga is a unique combination of conscious breathing and strong flowing movement, connecting to and moving through a sequence of asanas (postures) and dance forms that allow the prana (energy) to flow freely. Partner Yoga is the meeting of two great sacred expressions Yoga and Dance, focusing on yoga postures, dance warm ups, acro-yoga and conscious breathing, in spontaneous and creative flows.Students are encouraged to listen to their own bodies, be kind to themselves and find their own ‘inner guide’.
Students will leave the class feeling energized, inspired, relaxed and grounded. You do not need a partner to come, just and open mind and a willingness to try yoga with yourself and your friends.
Ashtanga Yoga
Jason offers ashtanga yoga Saturday afternoons at 2pm. Carmen will offer Ashtanga yoga Monday nights at 7:00pm over the summer months.
Many of our teachers have studied and completed advanced studies in the Ashtanga method and in the Baptiste method. You will find influences from Ashtanga and Baptiste in many of the TAYS classes.
The primary Ashtanga series is a flowing series of poses incorporating warming sun salutations, forward bends, twists, balance, strength and flexibility postures. The series is done in coordination with the breath to cleanse the body, work the heart and lungs, and calm the mind. The Baptiste method is also a flowing style but includes more backbends than Ashtanga and is a rhythmic and well-paced series allowing you to feel comfortably challenged after class. Please bring a mat, a closed water bottle and a towel.
OUR THERAPEUTIC YOGA
Our instructors have developed yoga classes for bodies that might like a gentler approach to wellness. These classes are appropriate for anyone interested in yoga for maintaining health and helping with common health problems or injuries. Each of the yoga teachers has training beyond being certified as 200-hour level yoga instructors, to offer individualized attention and "prescribed" postures or modifications that are suited to your needs.Gentle Yoga
Our Gentle Yoga classes are taught by
Maureen Nowlan, certified yoga instructor and retired nurse. This level of yoga would be of particular interest to those with arthritis, biomechanical back pain, degenerative disc disease, fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis, etc. Since some individuals need to approach yoga in a more gentle "therapeutic" way we offer these gentler approaches to yoga, so that the postures are modified or adapted to various bodies. Gentle Yoga classes ensure that your yoga experience is a good one. These classes take place Tuesday mornings 9:30-10:45am.
Yoga Therapy
Our Yoga Therapy classes are taught by
Mike Munro, certified yoga instructor and registered physiotherapist. Yoga Therapy classes ensure that your yoga experience is a good one. If you are new to yoga and would like some help and guidance with starting a new exercise program this is the class for you. In these small group classes Mike will offer each person an individualized exercise/yoga program. He will develop a modified class or routine that is suitable for you. Practice your routine and add on to your routine with each class that you attend. With his expert physiotherapy advise and yoga experience you will improve your health and well-being very quickly. This class is open to everyone. Come find out how yoga can be for you. These classes take place Thursday afternoons from 1:30 - 2:45pm
Another option to beginning a new exercise program would be with a one-on-one physiotherapy session with Mike Munro, certified yoga instructor and registered physiotherapist, who can help you with your questions and concerns. Please call 429-3303 to book your appointment.
SPECIALTY CLASSES
Meditation Stages
Stages of Meditation workshops are offered on occasion at our studio. In these workshops Mike Munro will cover basic tranquility meditation instruction in sitting and walking. There are also discussion groups and guidance in the traditional stages of meditation practice.
Mike is a meditation teacher and a student of Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche, who has been practicing and studying meditation and yoga since 1992. For more information check out our Meditation page. Mike's Meditation class takes place Friday mornings from 9:30-10:45 am and as of September 9, 2010 will switch to 8:30pm Thursday evenings.
Pregnancy Yoga
Pregnancy yoga classes focus on preparing the body for labor and delivery. Postures open the pelvic parameters, strengthen the legs and improve posture, breath capacity and awareness. Many moms return after having their baby informing us how helpful our pregnancy classes were in preparing them and guiding them through the delivery of their baby. Jolene has carried and given birth to 3 beautiful children at home with the help of her midwife, her husband and of course yoga. She teaches pregnancy yoga Saturdays at 11:00am. Please join us during any stage of your pregnancy.
If you are interested in Midwifery or Doula Services during your pregnancy we would suggest that you look at the following websites for more information:Doula services In addition to regular pregnancy classes with Jolene, Robyn and Jolene regularly teach a workshop through T.A.Y.S. called "Yoga Birth". This workshop will help you and your partner feel empowered during your pregnancy, delivery and beyond.Certified Birth Doula and a Certified Lamaze Birth Educator
Moms and Babes
Five to six weeks after having your baby, you and your baby are invited to return to, or newly begin your yoga practice. These post-partum yoga classes are therapeutic in nature and focus on restrengthening the pelvic floor and abdominal muscles and relieves stress to shoulders and neck from nursing and/or carrying the baby. Classes are taught by Jolene, certified yoga instructor who has also completed her pre and post natal yoga certification. Moms usually continue with these classes until babies are 12 months old.
Family Yoga classes from September to June
In our Family Yoga class, we practice not only asana (making movements through different poses) but also communication through positive touch. This class is for any family members or close friends who want to practice yoga together and learn how to express in a new way. You can participate in this class with your kids, parents, siblings, best friends of all ages. Family Yoga teacher, Andrea McIntyre is interested in integrating yoga, artistic expression, and talk therapy. She feels that these are fun, health-enhancing, and natural.Cost for these classes is $80* for 8 pre-registered weeks or 5 chits for $55*. *The family yoga prices are for one adult and one child; additional children/family members add $5 each; Children under 2 are free.
If you would like any further information please talk with one of the instructors. We would be pleased to answer any questions.
Hope to see you soon!
Yoga Studio |
Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada |
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