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Planting Seeds of Wisdom – Yoga for Young Children
Sivananda Yoga: Level 1 Summer Date TBA
Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training, September 2009
Intro to Yoga Workshop
Thai Yoga Massage Workshop Level 3
Detox & Rejuvenate at Langdon Hall with Denise Davis-Gains, March 11-14, 2010
Manju Jois coming to Atlas Yoga Studios

Planting Seeds of Wisdom – Yoga for Young Children

Presented by: Denise Davis-Gains Workshop Outline 1/2 day Lecture with Demontrations v Introduction to the concept of yoga for young children & the benefits to both the children and the teachers/care-givers. v Why yoga for young children? o Psychological stages of development - what are the children ready to learn v Benefits of yoga for young children o Mental, physical, spiritual benefits v Teaching/sharing yoga experiences with young children o So I am not a yoga teacher, what do I do? v Planting the seeds of awareness o Inner child work now v Making a difference in the world o Concepts in green living – inside and out

Full Day Lecture & Experiential Exercises

v Includes the above outline plus … v Experiential component o How does it feel to be a child? v Integration of experience through discussion and journaling o Dyad partner exercises v Sharing of journal entries o Group integration v Taking yoga into the classroom/center o Class planning v Community – how to take yoga out of the classroom and into the world o Things for children to take home E-Book: Planting Seeds of Wisdom by: Denise Davis-Gains 10.00 plus hst, total 11.30 Order by sending email: info@atlasstudio.com

Sivananda Yoga: Level 1 with Ajith Kumar, February 27th, 10am to 4pm

This workshop is geared to all levels and is a great opportunity to learn about classical yoga for teachers and students.

Talk on the 5 point of Yoga (10am to lunch time) “In an effort to simplify and clarify the complex philosophies and teachings of Yoga, Swami Vishnu-Devananda summarized the wisdom of Yoga in five principles. These 5 points show the way to developing physical and mental health as well as spiritual growth: 5 Points of Yoga- Exercise Proper Breathing Proper Relaxation Proper Diet Positive Thinking and Meditation.” After lunch the group will be lead through a Sivananda Yoga class from 2pm-4pm. Ajith is a certified, advanced SIVANANDA YOGA instructor, with a fun, lively spirit. He was first introduced to yoga at the age of 12 and has spent numbers years at various ashrams in India. Ajith brings the essence of the ancient, classical and authentic discipline of yoga. He enjoys every hour of teaching and looks for opportunities to share the abundance of information he holds. As Ajith has described, his workshops are experiential rather than lecture based.  Come prepared to work, learn and have fun! Cost for the workshop is $75/person. Registration is required in advance and must paid in full to hold your seat.

Please contact us to take part in this unique learning experience. To register call 519-240-9642 or email info@atlasstudio.com

Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training, September 2010

Intro to Yoga Start the New Year off right with a this 90 min intro to yoga workshop that will teach you the basics of a classical hatha yoga practice and help you to determine what style of yoga might be right for your current level of strength, flexibility and your personal goals.

Tuition: 40.00 (will be applied towards the purchase of a class pass if purchased on the day of the workshop) Dates: TBA Time: 11:30-1pm

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Tentative Agenda

Day of arrival 7pm Yoga & Meditation

Day One & Two 10am yoga 11:30am meditation 12pm Light Lunch 1pm Thai Yoga Massage (or other service) 2:30pm Second service or Meditation 4pm Yoga (if staying for third day) 7pm Optional Evening Program

Day of Departure check out 2pm

Rejuvenate & Detox Retreat with Denise Davis-Gains at Langdon Hall March 11-14, 2010 Retreat at a Glance Enjoy daily yoga classes with Denise, Delicious food, spa therapies, beautiful trails and more. Thursday's class will be a mixed-level detox class focused on helping you to land in this spacious green environment so you can enjoy it more fully. Friday and Saturday morning practice is a strong Ashtanga inspired Vinyasa flow; evening practice will be restorative with meditation - appropriate for all levels. Sunday's class will begin with meditation and go into a strong Ashtanga class focusing on core stability and strength. You will leave grounded, energized, detoxified, and rejuvenated! Cost: $1,600 for four days (March 11-14) or $1,275 for three days (March 12-14) Price is per person & includes: * accommodations * all meals (continental breakfast, lunch and dinner) * all class programming * one 60 minute detox massage * Atlas gift bags About the Instructor Denise's journey towards yoga began with her studies in philosophy at Memorial University of Newfoundland. She has since acquired degrees from York University, Ryerson and Wilfrid Laurier University; she has studied sanskrit at McMaster University in Hamilton and writing at Naropa in Boulder Colorado. She has been teaching the movement arts for over 25 years. Denise brings a playful and grounded awareness into her classes while emphasizing presence and non-judgment. Her roots are in Kripalu and Ashtanga yoga, dance, fitness, creative movement and the juicy mystery of life. Denise has taught yoga to people from all walks of life ranging from palliative care patients to at risk youth, from movies stars to political figures, from mommies to cirque de soleil performers. Teaching is her gift.

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