Move Your Body with Nia & Martha Randall...

Join Nia Blackbelt and Trainer Martha Randall as she brings her playful spirit, energy and Nia expertise to Lindsay. Martha will be teaching a Nia event/workshop on Tuesday May 8th, 6:30 - 8:00 pm at Alexandra Public School, in the Susan DeNure Gymnasium. Cost is $25. There is limited space left so please contact the studio if you are interested. Nia is a path to condition, heal and express yourself through music and movement. Nia is for every BODY. It is ageless, limitless and transformational and effective for every lover of movement and music -- from athletes to dancers, seniors to children, fitness instructors to health therapists. With the philosophy of Through Movement we Find Health, Nia delivers a joy-filled, playful workout that addresses the whole person. Martha Randall, BFA, is a first generation Nia teacher and trainer from Toronto. She has been teaching Nia for 15 years and provides Nia Education across Canada.Her love of dance, music and play is contagious. Come and join the fun!

New Addition for Late Spring - YogaHoop!

Join guest yoga instructor Sue Bitonte as she introduces the joyful and energetic practice of YogaHoop to our local yoga community. YogaHoop blends the practice of Hatha Yoga with Hula Hooping, with weighted hoops, for a balanced practice while adding a playful hula hoop element. Further benefits include~ core strengthening and toning, cardiovascular fitness, increased flexibility and improved co-ordintation plus FUN! 4 Week Introductory Session: Wednesdays May 30th - June 20th 4:00 - 5:30 pm Cost: $62.00 Space is Limited. For further information or to register please call or email the studio (705) 878-1212.

Spring Yoga!

The new spring yoga schedule is now available and we are excited about the upcoming workshops for this new session! Please have a look on our "workshop" page of our website.

Jane Scott is again offering her Intro to Meditation class and this session will also be offering a group meditation practice meeting the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of April & May. This is suitable for those who understand the basics of meditation and are looking to experience the energy found in a group.

Nia Powerhouse, Martha Randall is joining us in Lindsay for another exciting, energetic workshop in May. Please mark the date on your calendar - it is a must do!

If you would like further information or to register for classes or workshops, please give me a call.

Happy Spring!

Sharon, Bridget, Pam, Tracey, Paola & Jane

PreNatal Workshop Added to Winter Schedule

Join Courtney for a Prenatal Yoga Workshop that introduces the importance of breath, relaxation and gentle movement to prepare you for birth and motherhood. Prenatal yoga is beneficial at anytime during pregnancy. Yoga can allow one to find confidence, flexibility and an integration of body, mind and spirit on the journey toward motherhood.

Courtney teaches from the heart, with compassion and intuition. The workshop will emphasize body and breath awareness to work with the transformations of pregnancy. Variations will be given for all stages of pregnancy.
No experience necessary. The class size is limited to ensure a safe and supportive environment. Pre-registration is required.

Sunday March 4th, 2012
2:00 ~ 4:30 pm
Cost: $40.00 (includes HST)

Correction to Schedule Dates

Happy New Year....
Just noticed an error in the printed dates for the Prenatal Basics - The classes are running on Sundays January 22nd, February 5th and February 19th. Sorry for the confusion.

Holiday Closure

Please note that the studio will be closed from Dec. 22nd to January 8th, 2012 and will re-open for the winter session beginning on January 9th.

If you are wanting further information or to register for a class or workshop, please send an email or phone the studio to leave a message. Messages will be picked up every few days and emails will be answered daily.

Wishing you all a Healthy, Happy and Peaceful 2012!

End of Fall Session

Namaste!
The fall yoga session is coming to an end. Most classes will be finishing on Saturday December 10th with the exception of:
All Monday Classes finishing December 12th
Kundalini Yoga finishing Thursday December 15th
Yin/Yang Fusion finishing Friday December 16th

The studio shop is currently having a Christmas sale for those wanting to buy their favourite yogis a yoga gift. All books are currently 20% off, CD's & DVDS, Mats & Bags are 15% off and most other items are 10% off.

The new winter schedule is now posted and the brochures have been mailed out. If you would like to be on the mailing list, please email the studio or call and leave your contact info. Registration has now begun and will continue as long as space permits.

The Candlelight Yoga is currently full and will be running both Tuesday Dec. 20th and Wed. Dec. 21st from 7:00 - 8:15 pm. All proceeds will be donated to the Susan DeNure Memorial Fund at the Lindsay Boys and Girls Club.

For further information or to register for classes or workshops please contact the studio.

Happy Holidays!

Additional 5-Week Gentle/Beginner

We are happy to offer an additional 5-week session of
Gentle/Beginner Yoga on Tuesdays at 1:00 - 2:30 pm. Classes will run November 1st to November 29th and the cost will be $77.50.
Please contact to the studio for more information or to register.

Fall Yoga has Returned!

What a glorious summer and the fall continues.
Our new session of classes has begun and registration will be on-going as long as space permits.

Bridget McFarthing is returning with a new offering of Soul-Coaching and will be having an information session for those who are curious on
Saturday October 1st from 10:30 - 11:30 am.
Come out and see if this is what you are looking for.

PreNatal Yoga has been postponed until the winter as Courtney is doing an internship for her schooling. However, she will be offering a PostNatal Yoga Workshop in November for all of you who loved her prenatal classes and have now delivered your babe.

Jane Scott will again be teaching a 6-week Introduction to Meditation Class which begins on Wednesday September 28th. There are still some spots available for those of you who are interested in the practice or concept of meditation.

Restorative Yoga Fridays have returned and will begin in October with classes running on the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month. Space is Limited so please register early to ensure a space.

Pam Guzzi is teaching a Gentle/Beginner Class for a short 6 week session on Tuesday afternoons. A great opportunity for those of you who are busy in the mornings and don't want an evening class.

The response to the Candlelight Yoga Fundraiser was overwhelming and we have added another evening to accomodate the waiting list ~ Tuesday December 20th. Please register soon as there are only 4 spots available in this time slot.

If you have any further questions about our offerings or would like to register, please contact the studio by phone or email.

Looking forward to another great session of yoga!

August Schedule Changes

Well, that was a very hot week, and conserving your energy and hydrating your body is important on days when heat is sweltering. As the summer schedule is tentative, we have decided to cancel the Tuesday morning Hatha class for August. We will still be running the evening class on Tuesdays. Fall schedules will be mailed out mid August. Enjoy your summer.

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A Breathing Break

Summer is here! Classes finish June 25th and the studio will be closed the following week from June 27th - July 4th.
Our light summer schedule will begin on Tuesday July 5th with 2 offerings, Hatha in the morning and Yin in the early evening. On Thursdays there will be a morning Kundalini and an evening Hatha class. The schedule may be found on the website. The classes are preregistered and drop-in options are open, space permitting.

Wishing you all a restful summer, time with family & friends and time for yourself.

happy summering!

path to stillness yoga studio
Sharon, Bridget, Pam, Paola, Tracey & Courtney

Make Up Classes & Summer Days

Our spring session classes will be running for another 4 weeks and our summer schedule will be posted next week. if you have missed some of your session classes please feel free to make up those classes over the next few weeks.

When days begin to find the heat and humidity, this is when we need to conserve our energy. Consider trying a Yin yoga class that is described as a "quiet practice" and combines long held asanas with meditative practices. Yin classes are offered Tuesday mornings, Wednesday evenings and Friday mornings. Please check our current schedule for more detailed information.

Restorative Yoga Fridays

The National Post just published an article on April 22nd, in relationship to the benefits for a restorative yoga practice. How appropriate to have an article like this come out just prior to our Restorative Yoga Friday class beginning on April 29th.

http://www.nationalpost.com/life/running/Yoga+minus+that+pesky+effort/4660996/story.html

Benefits of Restorative Yoga
Restorative Yoga focuses on relaxing the body in restful postures. Note that 'rest' is different than sleep. Rest provides the body an opportunity to renew and heal. Countless studies have proven the physical and emotional benefits of this.

Restorative yoga, as well as other forms of yoga, help to trigger the Parasympathetic nervous system also known as the PNS. The PNS is responsible for balancing the body and bringing its response system back into equalibrium. Stimulating the PNS helps to lower heart rate, blood pressure; it helps to healthily stimulate the immune system and keep the endocrine system operating healthily. When this system gets out of whack, or when the Sympathetic nervous system, SNS gets over-stimulated, the PNS helps to bring all back in balance. It is believed that is the PNS is tapped out or under-active, illness pervades. Thus, forms of relaxation, such as yoga and meditation, that help to stimulate the PNS are generally beneficial for overall body health.

We have 3 classes for Restorative Yoga on Fridays - April 29th, May 13th and May 27th from 4:15 - 5:15 pm. A great way to undo the stresses of your week and move into the weekend from a place that is tension free.

Studio Closures for Easter

Please note that the studio is closed for Easter, Friday April 22nd - Monday April 25th. Classes will resume on Tuesday April 26th.

Have a wonderful Easter weekend.

namaste,
Sharon, Bridget, Pam, Tracey, Paola, Courtney & Jane

No Classes on Friday April 15th

Just a reminder that the studio will be closed on Friday April 15th as the teachers will be at the Yoga Conference in Toronto.

Spring Session Begins

The Winter yoga session will be finished this week and we will begin our Spring session on Monday April 4th. Registration will be on-going as long as space permits. The schedule will be updated on-line early next week as it is tentative based on registration.
New offerings for spring include a 6 week Introduction to Meditation, Post Natal Yoga, and Finding Ease and Yoga Thrive are both returning for this new session. Paola will be starting a new 5 week Kundalini session April 7th and it is a great opportunity to experience the energy building practice of Kundalini.

Please call the studio for further information or to register.

Spring Session Registration

The new spring schedule has been mailed and is now posted on the website. Registration has begun and will continue as long as space permits. Please note that a post-dated cheque is required to hold a space in a class. It is best to call to make sure there is space in your class and then you have 7 days in which to confirm with a post dated cheque. If you would like further information about classes or to register please email or call the studio (705) 878-1212.

March Break Schedule

Please be aware that the studio will be closed for the March break beginning Saturday March 12th until Friday March 18th. There will a 2 classes running on Wednesday March 16th that were scheduled as "makeup" classes for a weather cancellation in February. Continuing Yoga at 6pm followed by Yin Yoga at 7:45 pm. Please feel free to come and use these as makeup classes for any classes you have missed this session if you are around. Classes will resume on Saturday March 19th at 8:30 am.

There are only 2 weeks left after the march break in which you can do your makeup classes. If you have any further questions, please feel free to give me a call.

Thank you,

Sharon

Yogathon 2011 for Schizophrenia

Many thanks to those who came out to support the "Peace of Minds" campaign through the SSO. We raised $370 this morning for this worthwhile cause! It is with much gratitude that I thank you for your generosity.

Blessings,
Sharon

A Sweet Ray of Light

It is with much sadness that I write this note. On Saturday, February 26th, we lost one of our fellow class yoginis who brought a ray of light into our studio, and into my life with her presence.

Rachel Spearing was a beautiful young woman who ventured into the studio 2 years ago. What a gift it was...to get to know her. Last year, it was with much pleasure that Paola and I participated in Rachel's first event for her Food for Heroes at Elysian Fields in Bethany. It was a spectacular day as we did our Nia, yoga'd and then ate an exquisitely presented & prepared organic lunch by Rachel. Her eyes truly sparkled as the painstaking planning resulted in a spectacular day. The joy we felt as we left was palpable. Her enthusiasm contagious. That day remains forever as a smile in my heart.

We would like to honour Rachel with a special meditation to be held at the studio on Saturday April 9th at 2:00 pm when the spring season arrives and the days are brighter. Spring was time for planting seeds for her wonderful garden ~ A time of renewal and rebirth.

She will be missed by all of us at the studio that knew her, but her spirit will shine on. I think about the chant Om Asatoma as I reflect her journey to another path beyond.

Asatoma Sat Gamaya
Tamasoma Jyotir Gamaya
Mrityorma Anritam Gamaya
Lead me from the unreal to the Real
Lead me from the darkness to the Light
Lead me from the temporary to the Eternal

Sending love & healing light to those who are mourning sweet Rachel,

May the longtime sun shine upon you
All love surround you
And the pure, pure light that's within you
Guide your way home

om shanti.

Sharon


Visitation at Victoria Park Armoury, 210 Kent St. West, Lindsay on Friday March 4th from 10:00 am until the time of service to Celebrate Rachel’s Legacy at 2:00 pm