More than Asana aYoga workshop with Mugs McConnell

Saturday Morning 9am to 12 noon
- Using the bandhas for Pranayama, according to the teachings of Swami Kuvalyananda
- A morning Asana sequence for balancing the systems of the body. Vinyasa with mudra and mantra.
- “Who AM I” meditation as taught by Ramana Maharshi

Saturday noon – vegetarian lunch provided

Saturday Afternoon, 1pm to 4pm
- Pranayama practices for specific purposes based on the teachings of Goswami
- An afternoon Asana sequence for awakening the chakras
- Meditation for the 3rd eye as taught by Tarachand Garg
- Using various Mantras for solving common problems

This workshop is open to all, & eligible for SOYA Teacher Training credits & Yoga Alliance CEUs.

Marion (Mugs) McConnell trained in the 1970’s under Swami VishnuDevananda and Dr. Hari Dickman, a devotee of Swami Sivananda. She is a Teacher Trainer for the South Okanagan Yoga Academy, a Registered Teacher with Yoga Alliance (ERYT500), and the Canadian Representative for the International Yoga Teachers’ Association. She has been teaching yoga for 34 years, presenting workshops in Canada, USA, Puerto Rico, Spain, Mexico and Australia. She is currently writing a book based on teachings passed on to her teacher Hari through letters from many Yoga Masters of the past.

Location(s), Dates(s) and Times(s):
April 28, 2012 9 am – 4 pm
At St Stephens Church Hall, Central Saanich

Cost: $95 ($60 for HYAV 2012 members) lunch included

Website, Contact Email and/or Phone:
To Register online and for more information go to http://members.shaw.ca/hathayogavictoria/events/eventsindex.htm
or send your cheque payable to HYAV to:
HYAV, 4973 Cordova Bay Rd, Victoria, BC, V8Y 2K1 (tel 250 652-8166)

Join Carly for 7 weeks of fun exploration through the chakras with the use of movement (asana), meditation, and journey work.

Monday 7:30-8:45pm – - April 16th-June 4th (no class on April 30th)

*All levels welcome*
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What are Chakras and why do I need to know?

This on-going 7-week progressive series will be a journey through the Chakra system, seven energy centres (vortices) within the body/being that have different characteristics dependent on their location.

The Chakras relate to your physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health and when they become blocked or stagnant from their flow, illness and dis-ease will manifest. Each class will provide valuable insight into a single Chakra at a time, what you need to know about it and how moving your physical body through Yoga can restore balance, resulting in a happier, healthier you!

Chakras are commonly used in holistic therapies such as Yoga and Ayurveda to effectively diagnose the root of a condition. If you are in search of healing, transformation and empowerment, this class is for you!

**PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED** (space limited)

Catch the EARLY BIRD special BEFORE April 9th for $75
AFTER will be $85

**$20 deposit is required upon registration to hold you space**

Contact Carly directly by phone or email to register:
250.858.7957 / nurturingpath@hotmail.com

Instructor Bio:

Carly Lauder is dedicated to living in alignment with her inner guidance, the seat of the self. After growing up in a family of divorced and alcoholic parents, Carly’s emotional suffering, low self-esteem, anxiety, and internal rage led her to the yoga mat for the first time. It was there that she found a choice never before considered. To let the inner turmoil destroy her or to grab on to the hope that something far greater was possible.

She met herself for the first time with kindness and curiosity, a softness that birthed inner wisdom and personal power, transforming her life from the inside, out. Her love for teaching Yoga expanded into similar techniques of healing, moving the body through the art of Thai Massage and Ayurvedic bodywork. Her teachings will reveal to you that movement is necessary for profound growth, transformation, and healing. You will be acknowledged with an open heart, accepted as you are, and inspired to move beyond what you thought was possible.
Have Courage ~

Location(s), Dates(s) and Times(s):
Location: Heart & Hands Health Collective
Date: April 16th- June 4th (non class on April 30th)
Time: 7:30-8:45pm

Website, Contact Email and/or Phone:
www.heartandhandscommunity.ca/yoga

nurturingpath@hotamil.com / 250.858.7957

Collective: A group of entities (yogis) that share or motivated by at least one common issue Or interest (eight limbs of yoga) or work together on a specific project to achieve a common objective (community and personal growth)

Every Thursday local Yoga teachers will meet for a 45 minute class lead by a different teacher each week. Following the class the teacher will have opportunity to receive valuable feedback on the class from the participants. After the feedback we will shift to 30 minutes of either networking opportunities, a guest speaker or Kirtan.

Location(s), Dates(s) and Times(s):
Ongoing, Every Thursday 3:45pm-5:00pm
Barefoot @ heart 1303 Broad Street Victoria, BC

Website, Contact Email and/or Phone:
Shannon 250-507-5069
shannon@purplecowyoga.com
facebook.com/yogateachercollective

Salt Spring Island is a haven for nature enthusiasts, wave watchers, artists, craftspeople, and yoga lovers. All these endeavours form part of everyday life on Salt Spring.

Join Monica on the Island in May. We’ll stay at the lovely Harbour House Hotel in Ganges, practise yoga at Still Point Studio, ramble through the famous Saturday market, visit the shore and an organic farm, and enjoy supper together in the evening.

From $425 (including shared accommodation at Harbour House in Ganges, some meals, and daily yoga instruction)
More information and application can be found at www.estheryoga.com/retreat_can.html.

Location(s), Dates(s) and Times(s):
Salt Spring Island
Friday, May 11-Sunday, May 13

Website, Contact Email and/or Phone:
www.estheryoga.com/retreat_can.html
info@estheryoga.com
416 944 0838

This 4 week series of Prenatal Yoga Classes is a great way to become more connected to your body, breath, and your growing baby during pregnancy.

Learn postures that specifically address the needs of your changing body during pregnancy, and can assist with labour and delivery.

Location(s), Dates(s) and Times(s):
Ashtanga Yoga Victoria

203-560 Johnson Street – Market Square

Saturdays 2:00pm – 3:00pm

April 14 – May 5

$40 for 4 week registered session
or $15 for drop-in class

Website, Contact Email and/or Phone:
www.ashtanga-yoga-victoria.com

250-590-4115

This is a 4 week registered class that allows for new moms to meet on a weekly basis with their babies.

You will begin to learn a sequence of postures that will help to tone, strengthen, and naturally realign your body after childbirth.

Classes will include both active and passive yoga postures, breath work exercises that will help to support the pelvic floor, and a short period of meditation and relaxation.

Location(s), Dates(s) and Times(s):
Ashtanga Yoga Victoria
203 – 560 Johnson Street Market Square

Thursdays 1:15pm – 2:15pm

Starts April 5 – 26

$40 for 4 week registered class
or $15 for drop-ins

Website, Contact Email and/or Phone:
www.ashtanga-yoga-victoria.com

250-590-4115

YOGA FOR KIDS ages 8-11

This 8 week registered course will encompass an empowering blend of yoga, story, breathing, relaxation & meditation with each class focusing on a particular theme.
Themes include confidence, courage, strength, gratitude & acceptance. Instructor: Vanessa Braun

Location(s), Dates(s) and Times(s):
Wednesdays 3:30 – 4:30pm
April 4 – May 23.
Investment? $96 +hst.

Breathing Space Mind & Body Studio
7167 W Saanich Rd
Brentwood Bay BC
250 813 3254

Website, Contact Email and/or Phone:
For more information & registration, please contact
Vanessa Braun
www.storyoga.com
Vanessa@storyoga.com
250.778.679.4004

No matter what method or school you come from, as a yoga teacher you are an integral part of a wave of wisdom that has travelled from east to west and beyond over the past century. Truly, what a great role we play!

On the agenda: Active asana practice, contemplation, meditation & Q&A.

Robin teaches throughout Canada, and also serves on the Anusara Yoga Certification Committee as an assessor. She has been a student of John Friend for almost 20 years, and for the past five years has been deeply involved in the practices and study of the Shaivite Tantric tradition under the guidance of her mentor, Paul Muller-Ortega, founder of Blue Throat Yoga.Robin is Canada’s long-time Anusara yoga teacher. Passionate about the wisdom teachings that inspire Anusara’s Shiva Shakti Tantra philosophy, she brings the subtle, esoteric and some of the wilder aspects of the philosophy alive for students, helping to deepen their physical practice and illuminate their minds.

Location(s), Dates(s) and Times(s):
1274 May St (corner of Moss and May St)

Friday March 30th 2-4pm

$25

Website, Contact Email and/or Phone:
www.hemma.ca/events

info@hemma.ca

250-294-0434

Shiva Shakti Tantra & the Pathway to the Heart

Join us for a fun, informative and inspiring practice with a focus on backbends.

Come investigate the vibrant teachings of Anusara’s Shiva Shakti Tantra philosophy and explore how to apply these notions in asana, with tangible results.

Experience directly how luminous understanding can literally transform your yoga practice.

On the menu: Asana, discussion & meditation

All are welcome.

Robin teaches throughout Canada, and also serves on the Anusara Yoga Certification Committee as an assessor. She has been a student of John Friend for almost 20 years, and for the past five years has been deeply involved in the practices and study of the Shaivite Tantric tradition under the guidance of her mentor, Paul Muller-Ortega, founder of Blue Throat Yoga.Robin is Canada’s long-time Anusara yoga teacher. Passionate about the wisdom teachings that inspire Anusara’s Shiva Shakti Tantra philosophy, she brings the subtle, esoteric and some of the wilder aspects of the philosophy alive for students, helping to deepen their physical practice and illuminate their minds.

Location(s), Dates(s) and Times(s):
1274 May Street (corner of Moss and May St)

Saturday March 31st 1-4pm

Website, Contact Email and/or Phone:
www.hemma.ca/events

info@hemma.ca

250-294-0434

The Practice is an Intermediate/Advanced Anusara-Inspired™ class where the teacher practices with the students. The class covers a full spectrum of poses, but dives deeper into specific level 2/3 poses from the Ansuara Syllabus. Expect the classes to be both playful and serious. It is suited for dedicated and adventurous yoga practitioners looking to build their skills in a supportive environment.

$5 with active time card or unlimited pass, $25 drop-in

Prerequisites:
- Must be able to kick up to handstand at the wall & perform Urdhva Dhanurasana (wheel pose) with straight arms
OR
- Permission from the instructor.

Location(s), Dates(s) and Times(s):
1274 May Street (corner of Moss and May St.)

Last Sunday of every month from 2-4pm. Next sessions are March 25th and April 22nd

Website, Contact Email and/or Phone:
www.hemma.ca/events

info@hemma.ca

250-294-0434