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this summer of heat and humidity, of not enough rain and so many beach walks. this summer of fear and anxiety, of projects and reading and breathing and crazy sleeps. it is not far from a wrap.
with fingers crossed and heart wide open, i move into fall programming and class offerings.
gentle yoga classes shall resume, held in the upton room at west royalty community centre on mondays and fridays (as per the schedule below) from 10:30 – 11:30.
gentle yoga offers a lovely way to move your body for good health, longevity, and injury protection. breathwork and mindfulness, moving with intention, and dedicating time to honour the beautiful mess you are is included in each class. no previous yoga experience is required. getting up and down from the floor is required.
as per covid protocols, there will be no drop ins and all participants must be pre-registered.
it is necessary that you bring your own yoga mat, strap (yoga strap, neck tie, robe belt, something that will serve), and blanket/towel. if you have one or two yoga blocks, feel free to bring them along for pose modifications.
the fall schedule runs in three 8-class sessions. registration and payment will be accepted for only current/upcoming session.
please email me at 3oryoki@gmail.com to register and to receive the more detailed covid protocols we will be following.
YOGA SCHEDULE
SESSION 1 Monday Friday
Sept. 14 18
21 25
sept/oct 28 2
5 9
SESSION 2
oct 16
19 23
26 30
nov 2 6
9
SESSION 3
nov 16
23
30
dec 4
7 11
14 18
CLASS COSTS
8 classes = $68
4 classes = $36
one off/add on classes = $10 each
the importance of breathing need hardly be stressed. it provides the oxygen for the metabolic processes; literally it supports the fires of life. but breath as “pneuma” is also the spirit or soul. we live in an ocean of air like fish in a body of water. by our breathing we are attuned to our atmosphere. if we inhibit our breathing we isolate ourselves from the medium in which we exist. in all oriental and mystic philosophies, the breath holds the secret to the highest bliss. that is why breathing is the dominant factor in the practice of yoga. ~ a
i have been teaching this particular class — gentle yoga — for more than a dozen years. only 3 times in those years have i taken more than 2 weeks off at a time. until, of course, this year.
we enjoyed a lovely practice together on friday, march 13th and by the time i got home there was notification that all programming in the building was immediately ended.
11 weeks later, with a new layer of safety precautions, we can again gather our energies, our hearts, and spirits, in one room, to practice. a gentle practice to keep our joints strong, our spines resilient, our connective tissues juicy. a gentle practice to lead us out of the physiological effects of stress and into a nourishing state of being.
for 8 weeks, beginning monday june 8 and ending friday july 31, we will have practice twice a week together. 10am on mondays and fridays at Hillsborough Park Community Centre.
if you have interest or questions, please send me an email at
3oryoki@gmail.com
the class will not be able to accommodate walk-ins, but drop-ins can be prearranged.
namaste.
sometimes, you just have to start all over differently. ~ b
it is hard to believe i am creating 2020 class schedules, but indeed i am. well, let’s just leap into the leap year, shall we?
both gentle yoga and group kettlebell class will continue to be held on mondays and fridays in the upton room at west royalty community centre. gentle yoga is 10:30 – 11:30 and group kettlebell class is 12:00 – 12:45.
kettlebell training will help you meet your fitness goals! compound exercises work multiple muscle groups simultaneously, developing strength and muscular endurance and efficient caloric expenditure. the workout puts the focus on integrating breathing, movement and alignment with your ability to control balance and weight. working with the kettlebell is combined with body weight exercises for an all around heart-pumping workout.
**if you have not previously worked with kettlebells, dropping in is not safe or suitable. please get in touch so we can give you a proper introduction before you join the class.
enjoy a 60 minute gentle yoga practice geared toward maintaining joint health and body 
strength as we age, move through stress-related soft-tissue tension, arthritis, or a variety of joint injuries. listen to your heart’s voice and move gently through your days.
a gentle flow warm-up sets the tone for stretches, basic postures, warm laughter, and a rejuvenating final relaxation.
no yoga experience is necessary for this class.
JANUARY MON 6TH FRI 10TH
MON 13TH FRI 17TH
MON 20TH FRI 24TH
MON 27TH FRI 31ST
FEBRUARY MON 3RD FRI 7TH NO CLASS
MON 10TH FRI 14TH
MON 17TH NO CLASS FRI 21ST
MON 24TH FRI 28TH NO CLASS
MARCH MON 2ND FRI 6TH NO CLASS
MON 9TH FRI 13TH
MON 16TH FRI 20TH
MON 23RD FRI 27TH
MON 30TH
21 classes: $168 11 classes: $93.50 create your own package @ $9./class, paid in advance drop ins always welcome for yoga $10
yoga takes you by the scruff of the neck
and takes you on a journey
whether you like it or not.
~ vanda scaravelli
it has been a glorious summer. i love heat and sunshine and the slow pace of my life during this season. beach walks, ocean swims, deck dining, books and beer and birdnerding.
i do hope you found wonder and peace in your summer months.
just as summer arises, so too will it pass away. the steady turning of the wheel; the hours of the sun in the sky shorten, fresh food is harvested from trees and fields, the return to school, the landscape takes on new colours.
and, new sessions of GENTLE YOGA and GROUP KETTLEBELL CLASS begin! all classes held at the West Royalty Community Centre, (usually) in the Upton Room. mondays and fridays, GENTLE YOGA 10:30 – 11:30a and GROUP KETTLEBELL CLASS 12:00 – 12:45p.
*start date: friday, september 6
*end date: friday, december 20
*please note no classes: friday september 27, monday september 30, friday october 11, monday october 14, friday november 8, monday november 11, friday november 15, friday december 6.
there are 23 classes total in the session. join us for the entire season for $186 or sign up for 12 of them for $102. i am happy to negotiate other size packages with you, just get in touch! payments can be etransferred (3oryoki@gmail.com) or by cash or cheque.
breathing in, i calm my body
breathing out, i smile
dwelling in the present moment, i know this is a wonderful moment.
~ thich nhat hanh
the NEW SESSIONS begin monday may 13th.
gentle yoga to keep you centred, supple, and soothed. always served with an open heart and some measure of shenanigans.
group kettlebell training to fire up your day, ignite your strong, twitch all your muscle fibres, and move you into greater health.
the full session (yoga or kettlebell) – 22 classes – for $176.
the session on a half shell – any 11 classes – for $99.00
drop ins $10/class
if you have some great summer plans lined up and would like to talk about a package for a different number of classes, just drop me a note.
all classes held in the Upton Room of West Royalty Community Centre.
you don’t have to know where you’re going to get exactly where you need to go.
class schedule:
monday friday
may 13 17
20 24 no class
27 31
june 3 7
10 14
17 21
24 28
july 1 no class 5
8 12
15 19
22 26
29
aug 2
whatever you are doing, love yourself for doing it. Whatever you are feeling, love yourself for feeling it.
– thaddeus golas
while plenty of you will enjoy some extra time off this weekend, i am working. i am very grateful to be working.
friday, april 19 and monday april 22:
9:00a ADULT FITNESS – drop ins welcome
10:30a GENTLE YOGA – drop ins welcome
12:00p GROUP KETTLEBELL – kettlebell-experienced drop ins welcome
all classes held at WEST ROYALTY COMMUNITY CENTRE*
*please note, the building is closed over the weekend. i will be at the main doors prior to class start times to let folks in. please don’t arrive late.
enjoy a 60 minute practice geared toward maintaining joint health and body strength as we age, move through stress-related soft-tissue tension, arthritis, or a variety of joint injuries.
a gentle flow warm-up sets the tone for stretches, basic postures, warm laughter, and a rejuvenating final relaxation.
no yoga experience is necessary for this class.
classes are on mondays and fridays at 10:30am
in the upton room at west royalty community centre.
begins on march 1 and ends on april 29
*no classes on march 8, april 12, 22
15 classes $120
any 10 classes $85
any 7/8 classes $63/$72
*add’l drop in for package participants $10
general drop in $12
enjoy a 60 minute practice geared toward maintaining joint health and body strength as we age, move through stress-related soft-tissue tension, arthritis, or a variety of joint injuries.
a gentle flow warm-up sets the tone for stretches, basic postures, warm laughter, and a rejuvenating final relaxation.
no yoga experience is necessary for this class.
classes are on mondays and fridays at 10:30am
in the upton room at west royalty community centre.
classes begin on january 7 and end on february 22
14 classes $112
any 10 classes $85
any 7 classes $63
*add’l drop in for package participants $10
general drop in $12
join us. we welcome new energies.
yoga is a dance between control and surrender — between pushing and letting go — and when to push and to let go becomes part of the creative process, part of the open-ended exploration of your well-being. –Joel Kramer
enjoy a 60 minute practice geared toward maintaining joint health and body strength as we age; also suitable for people with stress-related soft-tissue tension, arthritis, and a variety of joint injuries. a gentle flow warm-up sets the tone for stretches, basic postures, warm laughter, and a rejuvenating final relaxation.
no yoga experience is necessary for this class.
classes are on fridays and mondays at 10:30am
in the upton room at west royalty community centre.
classes begin on november 2 and end on december 21 (no classes november 9, 12, 23, 26)
11 classes $88
any 8 classes $68
*add’l drop in for package participants $10
general drop in $12
join us. we welcome new energies.
yoga is not about touching your toes. it is what you learn on the way down. ~ jigar gor
enjoy a 60 minute practice geared toward maintaining joint health and body strength as we age; also suitable for people with stress-related soft-tissue tension, arthritis, and a variety of joint injuries. a gentle flow warm-up sets the tone for stretches, basic postures, warm laughter, and a rejuvenating final relaxation. no yoga experience is necessary for this class.
classes are on fridays and mondays at 10:30am
at the charlottetown curling complex on euston street.
classes begin on september 7 and end on october 29 (no class monday october 8)
15 classes $120
10 classes $85
7 classes $63
*add’l drop in for package participants $10
general drop in $12
join us. we welcome new energies.
