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Thinking of you….

admin — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 19:19:22 +0000

Reminder

admin — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 15:07:59 +0000

Good morning, Just reminding everyone to register for classes and workshops that you are interested in attending.
Namaste,
Denise

coming up @ atlas studio

admin — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 21:28:00 +0000

EVENTS Atlas Studio 18 Ainslie Street South, Unit B info@atlasstudio.com

Learn to Meditate, Wednesdays 5:20-5:50pm, June 19 – July 10 – by donation – pay what you can

Learn basic meditation practices that you can easily integrate into your daily life. Each week a new meditation is explained and practised. These classes are designed for anyone who would like to include regular meditation in their life and experience the many benefits of a peaceful mind.

week 1: What is Meditation? week 2: A daily practice. week 3: Developing mindfulness. week 4: Staying Positive.

Connect w/ Partner Yoga, June 15, 2-4pm – 30.00 for two/25.00 for one person

Denise teaches us a beginner level partner yoga practice that displays a beautiful way to deepen our human connections and interactions. Partner yoga is the embodiment of Tantra, taking us out of the individual practice and into a more connected state. It is extremely beneficial to those who practice and teach, allowing them a deeper understanding of the body, and developing greater awareness of alignment through precise adjustments. This experience awakes a deep integration with others, is self-healing, and opens us up to compassion with a therapeutic and playful approach to yoga.

Dr. Wright’s Clearing Out Technique, Thursday, June 20, 7-8:30pm - by donation – pay what you can

Dr. Wright brought this spiritual cleansing technique back with him from Burma where he was a cultural attache. The principle technique he learned and practiced is a variation on what is called the “breath of fire” in Hatha Yoga. But what Dr. Wright learned is a separate discipline in its own right because it employs a specific combination of breath and focused intentionality to spiritually cleanse the body, section by section. The rhythmic breathing clears the aura almost scientifically. Healing can take place “out of the overflow of spirit,” as Dr. Wright says. Denise Davis-Gains was taught this technique by Thomas Ashley-Ferrand who was taught by Dr. Wright. All levels, no experience required.

Labour & Birth Coaching Session for Conscious Parents – July 11, 7-8:30pm – 25.00 per couple

Conscious parenting begins long before that special day where you finally hold your precious baby in your arms. You instinctively know that there are certain actions that you must undertake in order to reassure your growing infant. In fact, you have been communicating your love for your child every time you caressed your belly in response to her flutters and kicks, each time you had your partner read the Dr. Seuss classic Oh, The Places You’ll Go into your navel and even by eating healthy foods that ensure your little one receives nutritive – rich blood through his umbilical cord. This coaching session is to bring an element of ease with the process of natural childbirth and the life cycle ritual of bringing a child into the world.

Breathing & Biofeedback Workshop for Sleep, Hyperventilation, Anxiety & Stress, Thursday, July 25, 7-9pm – 25.00 per person

The evidence is piling up in favor of spending some time not only thinking about breathing, but practicing it as well.

Paced abdominal breathing leads to lower stress levels, fewer incidents of hyperventilation and panic attacks, as well as a reduction in worrisome thoughts and sleepless nights. Not to mention better digestion, lower blood pressure, and a more capable immune system.

Research clearly supports the superiority of relaxation training with biofeedback over other techniques and those who learn to breathe with the proper feedback.

Atlas Yoga Teacher Training, Tuesdays September 17 – June 24, 2014 Tuition: 3400.00 (other dates, locations & intensives available)

Contemplative Education is a philosophy of higher education that infuses learning with the experience of awareness, insight and compassion for oneself and others through the erudite academic practices of meditation and contemplative disciplines, such as yoga and the fine arts. Atlas yoga teacher training is part of our contemplative education program and is based on the concept of Samāsa or fusion, melding the best of eastern and western philosophy, science and academic rigor.

(ask about student discounts)

no charge for current YTT’s and Atlas Studio teachers.

Thai Yoga Massage 101 – Sign up now

admin — Sun, 26 May 2013 13:48:40 +0000

Thursday, July 4 – Sunday, July 7, 2013
9am – 6pm

Tuition: 600.00
(150.00 deposit with application)

Thai Yoga Massage is an ancient and timeless yoga therapy which combines yoga with an extensive range of touch techniques using your whole body to help give. It is amazingly effective in promoting deep relaxation and healing, improving circulation, boosting the immune system, and balancing the body energetically, thus facilitating mind-body integration. TYM is a dynamic form of yoga for the practitioner as well as the recipient, enhancing one’s sense of alignment, vitality and health.

This workshop will show you how to tap into your own innate abilities to give a sensational massage. In this 4-day course, you will learn a complete 90-minute massage, focusing on

Assisted yoga postures
Safe and effective massage for shoulders, head, back, hands, legs, abdomen, and feet.
Loving touch

Perfect for people without any bodywork experience, this training is also invaluable as continuing education for yoga teachers and massage practitioners. The gift of compassionate touch is empowering, incredible, and available to everyone ready to discover it.

This is the first class in our Professional Training Program. Complete two classes and a series of practice massages in order to qualify for Essential Certification. In total there are 6 classes for the entire program. For more details please visitwww.stillightcentre.com

Still Light Centre is a CMTO, NHOCanada and NCBTMB Approved Provider for continuing education

Welcome UWSA students

admin — Mon, 06 May 2013 20:11:54 +0000

Special rates this summer for UWSA students. Andrew Levitt has organized for you to have access to the studio and our services at reduced student rates so that you can experience yoga, meditation, thai yoga massage and more. We look … Continue reading →

Yoga Teacher Training

admin — Fri, 03 May 2013 20:10:03 +0000

Meridyth will be teaching the 8am yoga class Saturday, May 4, 2013, get ready to start your day with a smile and a giggle

Thai Yoga Massage Training & Yoga class cancellations

admin — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 10:27:30 +0000

Good morning,
Thai Yoga Massage Training is happening this weekend Saturday, April 27 through till Tuesday, April 30.

We have posted this on facebook and tried to let clients know in the studio.

Yoga Class Cancellations include:
Saturday, April 27 10am Restorative
Monday, April 29 11am Stork Yoga & 4pm Hatha Yoga
Tuesday, April 30 10am & 12pm Hatha Yoga
All other classes will run as scheduled.

Still Space Available in this Training- Register Now for the opportunity to Win Your Tuition!!!!

admin — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 18:46:10 +0000

Thai Yoga Massage One April 27-30, 2013

We will forward the registration form.

DREW HUME

After having completed his undergraduate degree in Human Biology, Thai yoga massage provided a perspective that challenged Drew’s perception and experience. The holistic approach to health and wellness that Thai massage encompasses really resonated. Through the recognition of wellbeing as a process and lifestyle, Thai massage quickly developed from a hobby, into a passion and a livelihood.Drew feels that compassionate touch is something that western society is really craving. With Thai yoga massage in his toolkit, Drew’s goal is to bring his energy, knowledge and intention to as many people as he can, seeking to positively impact their lives. His experience when giving and receiving Thai massage is one of nurture, connectedness and restoration.

4:00pm/5:30pm Classes Cancellation Due to Weather Thursday, April 11, 2013

admin — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 19:42:17 +0000

Squareup.com…. Now accepting Visa & MC

admin — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 18:33:15 +0000

For all of those who like to collect points, or just use credit for yoga we can now accept Visa and Master Card again.

https://squareup.com/ca?country_code=ca