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Introduction to Vinyasa Yoga |
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New to Vinyasa or Ashtanga yoga? Here is where we will slow things right down. Students will be introduced to the Vinyasa Yoga practice that links breath and movement in a flowing sequence. Sun salutations, standing postures, balancing postures, modifications and some inversions will be introduced to new students giving them the confidence to move safely on to our mild and all level classes. |
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Vinyasa Yoga |
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Our Vinyasa Yoga classes include postures from a variety of yogic traditions that are sewn together in a dynamic tapestry linking movement and breath. Each of our experienced teachers brings their individual flare and philosophy to these classes. Learning from their different styles will help to broaden and deepen your practice. The Vinyasa classes are offered to all level of practitioner and are desginated as Mild, Medium or Spicy. |
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Mild |
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Mild classes are designed for newer students or for experienced students wanting to slow down and strengthen the foundations of their practice. |
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Medium |
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Medium classes are for students of all levels wanting to take their practice to another level. Prior experience at another studio or 6 of our Intro or Mild classes is recommended. Newer practitioners should expect to be challenged. Modifications will be demonstrated to ensure that everyone in the room is safe and has fun. |
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Spicy |
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Spicy classes are for students looking to deepen their practice and explore more challenging postures and sequences. Expect to be challenged on many different levels. These classes are recommended for experienced students only. |
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Vinyasa for Lunch |
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Get out of the office and on to your mat! This one hour Vinyasa Yoga class is suitable for students of ALL LEVELS. |
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Yoga Remix |
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Ask for "shaken, not stirred," and Yoga Remix delivers. Come experience the ultimate union -- cool vibes & a fun, invigatoring free-flowing class that encourages creativity. A perfect way to end your week and move into your weekend! A solid familiarity with Flow yoga is recommended for this class.
Upcoming Yoga Remix Themes 2010:
Friday July 2 - Canadiana
Friday July 9 - Country (but not too Country) & Folk
Friday July 16 - World Music
Friday July 23 - Singer/Songwriter
Friday July 30 - Indie Spotlight |
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Karma Class |
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This is a class that allows us at Yoga Mandala to give back to the community. The Karma class is an all levels class catering to anyone wanting to come and practice yoga. A reduced drop-in price of a minimum donation of$5 per class will apply to all students attending, and will be donated to charity. Details of the charities supported will be posted. |
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Nartana Yoga with Kelly McCann & Sara Schwarz |
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Nartana Yoga, or "Dancing Yoga," comes to life with a dynamic and challenging asana practice mixed with expressive dance movements.
Through a unique mixture of dance movements, resistance work, strength training and release techniques, we will dance our way into and out of yoga poses in this playful and lively class. Nartana Yoga aims to offer the mental and spiritual lift of yoga with the physical benefits of a dance movement workout. Choreography is simple -- we emphasize movement, not memorization. No prior dance experience necessary, though some prior yoga experience is helpful as this is an active and exciting mind-body movement class. |
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Yin & Yang |
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This class offers a challenging flowing asana practice that is balanced with a calming restorative practice. The perfect start to a new week!
This class will be taught as an all levels class where beginners will safely learn the basics, while more experienced students can take the postures to new and deeper levels. |
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Sunday School |
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This class is based on postures from the Primary and Intermediate series of Ashtanga Yoga. These asana are creatively sequenced to enable experienced practitioners to fully explore the benefits of this traditional practice. A minimum of 15 previous classes is recommended. |
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Early Morning Yoga |
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This ALL LEVELS class consists of a flowing practice designed to build strength, balance and flexibility. Come wake up your body, settle your mind and find your breath. It's the perfect way to start your day. |
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*Yoga 101 (registered) |
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This 2 hour, registered workshop is perfect for people new to the practice of yoga as well as for more seasoned students who want to review the basics. Topics include basic asana and alignment, breathing and meditation techniques, history, and anatomy. After taking this course, students will be ready for mild and all level classes. Keep watching www.yogamandala.ca for announcements regarding upcoming sessions.
$35 plus GST includes a free week of yoga. |
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*Mindfulness Meditation with Doug MacLean |
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This registered class is for individuals who are interested in the practice of mindfulness and meditation. The class would be suitable for anyone and no prior meditation experience is necessary.
Mindfulness is a capacity of “living in the moment” that anyone can cultivate. It is developed by paying attention, on purpose, from moment to moment through meditation. You can discover calmness of mind, increased personal energy, a sense of well-being, and deeper insight into your life. A calm and peaceful way to end your weekend and set the tone for the new week.
In this class, you will learn sitting, walking and lying down meditations. The meditations are guided by the instructor and they are of varying lengths to help bring variety to the practice. During the sitting practice, participants may either sit on the floor or in a chair depending upon their preference and comfort level. You will be provided with suggestions on how to apply mindfulness in your daily life. |
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*Prenatal (registered) |
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This is a 7-week registered class. Sorry, no drop-ins or "trial" classes. Any new and upcoming sessions will be posted under our "News" page. |
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*Mom & Baby Yoga (registered) |
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This 6-week Post-natal program teaches yoga moves to restore muscle tone and strength, ease strain from carrying baby, and allow mom to spend time with baby in a fun and relaxed environment.
This is a registered 6-week workshop-style class. Sorry, no drop-ins. Any new and upcoming sessions will be posted under our "News" page. |
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*Yoga Playground (Ages 3-5) (registered) |
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Introduce your preschooler to yoga! In this imaginative class, we combine basic yoga poses with fun songs and creative stories to practice social, sensory and motor skills while increasing strength and flexibility. This is a registered 8-week class. Sorry, no drop-ins. Check our “News” page for upcoming sessions. $100 plus GST for one child, and $170 + gst for two children from the same family. |
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*Mom and Tot Yoga (registered) |
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Bring your tot to yoga! Depending on your child and what they like to do, we either involve them in the yoga postures, or let them interact with other tots while we stretch and strengthen muscles. This is a great way to meet other Moms and gives you an opportunity to take a yoga class without having to arrange a babysitter. Babes should be 6 – 24 months. No previous yoga experience is required. 6 week registered class is $110 plus GST. Check our “News” page for upcoming sessions. |
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* Kids Yoga (Ages 7-11) (registered) |
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In this new registered program for kids ages 7-11 with Sara Schwarz, kids will gain strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, learn basic yoga postures, breathing & visualization. This fun, weekly class will also help to improve self esteem and respect for others.
$100 + gst for 1 child, and $170 + gst for 2 children from the same family.
This is an independent, un-parented class. Sorry, no drop-ins or trial classes. |
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