Detox your body and rebalance your whole system. This nourishing practice will emphasize renewal, restoration, and detoxification.

The sequence will focus on the Liver and Gallbladder Meridians, which support the body’s natural digestive and detoxification functions.

Embrace the opportunity to shed old layers, come back into balance and make a conscious choice to begin anew.

This experience, led by Dana & Lea, will include nourishing postures, mini-massages, and aromatherapy to help restore your body, and replenish your energy.

Friday, September 20th

7:30pm- 9:30pm

$75 | $65 member

Stittsville

*no refunds

Yin Yoga approaches the body in a slow, deep and mindful way. Each pose is held for several minutes to liberate the body’s chronic holding patterns, and restore a sense of vitality and well-being.

Learn the rich theory and philosophy of Yin yoga and why this practice of deep somatic nervous system regulation is so potent and necessary to balance the everyday stresses, strains and pains of our busy lives. Whether you are a yoga practitioner looking to deepen your knowledge or a qualified teacher wanting to expand your teaching, this 4-day immersive training offers the perfect balance of practical knowledge and experiential embodiment.

Logistics:

• Friday - Monday, September 27th -30th
• 9am - 4pm each day
• 35 hours total
• Yoga Alliance certification (YACEP)
• Workbook + Manual included

What you’ll receive:

• Learn the philosophy and principles of yoga from a Yin perspective.
• Learn the Archetypal Yin Yoga Poses (with variations/modifications).
• Learn the physical, mental and emotional benefits and why the practice is so powerful.
• Learn the edges of resistance and how to work with the deep yin tissues of the body.
• Learn how to influence prana/chi through understanding the energetic meridian pathways of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
• Learn practical mindfulness tools to meet the internal and external challenges of life.
• Learn how to most effectively practice, sequence and teach a holistic Yin Yoga Class.

Curriculum:

• Yin + Meditation Practices based on the Five Elements
• History of Yin Yoga
• Yin Yoga Theory & Principles
• Physical, Mental & Emotional Benefits
• Yin Tissues & Fascia
• Tension & Compression Theory
• Functional Yin Asana: How to modify the practice for unique bodies & specific conditions
• Unveiling the Mind Body Spirit Connection
• Energetic Anatomy from a Yogic and Daoist perspective
• The Koshas & the 5 dimensions of our being
• Yin & Yang Philosophy
• Qi
• The 14 Yin & Yang Meridian Pathways
• Five Element Theory & Seasonal Balance
• Mindfulness & the Yin Quality of Mind
• Principles of Sequencing
• Holding Space and creating an environment for healing transformation
• How to hone your voice and intuition as an instructor
• The vocabulary to explain the importance of slower practices for mental and physical wellbeing
• Practical Application: Opportunity to guide a full hour Yin Practice

Your Teacher:
With over a decade of experience, Genevieve has been teaching yoga and leading yoga teacher trainings in Ottawa and around the globe. Genevieve is passionate about facilitating environments for inner reflection and growth, offering students the experiential tools to connect body-mind-spirit through practice. Genevieve’s love for yoga, meditation, eastern philosophy and TCM was inspired in her early twenties living for extensive periods of her life in Asia. She now specializes her teachings in Yin yoga & mindfulness, with emphasis on approaching the practice through the eastern approach of somatic healing.

Course Dates:
4 full days - Friday September 27th - Monday September 30th, 9am-4pm

Location:
Yogatown Stittsville (1300 Stittsville Main St, Stittsville, ON K2S 1C3)

Cost:
$850+HST

Please note: Course fees are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend the training for any unforeseen circumstances the course will be credited for you to attend on a later date. You can alternatively arrange for someone to attend in your place.

Join us for a meditative practice of yin yoga with the therapeutic benefits of acupressure.

Imad Khaddaj will guide us through a series of yin yoga postures designed to target the body's deepest connective tissues, ligaments, tendons, joints, bones, and the intricate
fascial networks.

Each pose is held for an extended period to facilitate deep release and relaxation.

This session will incorporate hands-on acupressure, which will stimulate specific acupressure points and:

Enhance Circulation: Improve blood flow and oxygenation.
Release Tension: Alleviate deep-seated muscular and emotional tension.
Balance Energy: Harmonize the body's energy pathways.
Boost Immunity: Support the body’s natural healing processes.

Expect to leave feeling revitalized, balanced, deeply relaxed, and grounded!

Saturday, October 5th
2pm - 4pm
$45 | $40 member
Barrhaven

Free your body from built-up stress and tension in the chest, shoulders, and hips.

Sound heavenly? We think so!

Join Dana and Lea for this 2-hour yin practice that will leave your body feeling lighter, spacious and oh-so-relaxed. This class is designed to create space in areas where we often collect and store physical, mental, and emotional stress.

This practice is infused with therapeutic touch, mini-massages, and aromatherapy.

This is our most popular workshop offering at Yogatown - complete nourishment for the mind and body.

Sign up early so you don't miss out!

Sunday, October 6th
2pm - 4pm
$75 | $65 members
Preston
*no refunds

Breathe Better, Live Better!

Are you ready to transform your well-being through the power of breath?

This October, embark on a life-changing journey with our comprehensive 4-week Breathing Lesson Plan with Susan Benoit.

Over the course of four weeks, we'll dive deeper into breathwork techniques, culminating in a powerful full journey breathwork session.

Week 1: Foundations of Functional Breathwork

Discuss the importance of proper breathing and its impact on physical and mental health.

Learn and practice fundamental breathwork techniques focused on functional breathing - including correct breathing patterns, nasal breathing, and diaphragmatic breathing.

Week 2: Deepening the Breath

Discuss the benefits of slow, deep breathing and its effects on stress reduction and mental clarity. Build on the foundations of functional breathwork by exploring techniques for deepening the breath. 

Week 3: Exploring Advanced Techniques

Discuss the physiological and psychological effects of different breath patterns. Experience advanced techniques such as rhythmic breathing, alternate nostril breathing, and breath holds. This session will focus on achieving a deeper state of relaxation and heightened awareness.

Week 4: Full Journey Breathwork Session

Discuss the integration of breathwork into daily life and its long-term benefits.

This powerful session is aimed at deep emotional release, profound relaxation, and inner transformation combining all the techniques learned over the past three weeks..

This series is perfect for anyone looking to deepen their understanding and practice of breathwork. Whether you are new to breathwork or have experience, each week will offer valuable insights and techniques to enhance your physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

Limited spaces available. 

4 week series
Tuesdays October 8, 15, 22 & 29th
7pm - 8:15pm
$120 | $100 member
Stittsville