We’ll offer a range of classes, workshops, and Teacher Training and special events on Zoom in 2024 as well as teaching live in the Studio (16 participants). Practising online and in person is meaningful in different ways and we hope you’ll enjoy either or both. Thank you for your continuing support in these uncertain times. And we hope you use and enjoy our pre-recorded Home Practice audios and videos.
The Studio is open for in-person classes with online advanced bookings and payment in advance only. The preferred payment method is by e-transfer to info@estheryoga.com. Sorry, we cannot accept drop-ins. Credit is available with 24 hours cancellation ONLY.
Please check this space for updates or send us an email if you have questions. Take good care – we look forward to welcoming you back to the Studio.
Esther Myers Yoga Studio offers yoga workshops in Toronto. Each workshop is unique and allows you to focus on a specific theme. Please register in advance.
Toronto Workshops at Esther Myers Yoga Studio
Supporting pelvic health with yoga
Friday, January 31, with Linnea Thacker, 1:00pm-3:00pm ET, $40
on Zoom
The pelvic floor is a dynamic area of the body that contributes to our well-being in a variety of ways, thanks to its many and varied roles. From providing bladder and bowel continence to supporting coordination and balance, this underrated part of the body can greatly influence our ability and comfort in engaging with the activities that bring us the greatest joy and meaning in our lives.
In this workshop, we will explore what the pelvic floor is and what it does for us on a daily basis. We will then look at how our yoga practices of mindful movement (asana), breath, and meditation can support our pelvic health.
This workshop is open to people of all genders and familiarity with yoga.
Image: Henry Moore, Reclining Figure, 1939
Linnea Thacker is a registered Pelvic Health Physiotherapist and student of Yoga Therapy with a passion for holistic and compassionate healthcare. In her clinic, she works primarily with clients with pelvic health concerns and/or persistent pain, while outside of the clinic she teaches a health promotion course for music students at the University of Toronto.
A three way conversation: Psoas, Abdominal Wall and Diaphragm
Friday, February 28, with Tama Soble, 1:00pm – 3:00pm ET, $40
on Zoom
The psoas muscle, abdominal wall and diaphragm form the core of our physical bodies. Their interaction affects mobility, breathing, digestion and spinal health. During this workshop, we’ll explore each structure independently, then all three in concert, experiencing the stability, enhanced movement and breath capacity they offer. Please join and learn more about the brilliance of our bodies.
Image: Curved sticks surround a river boulder in Woody Creek Colorado, Andy Goldsworthy, 2006
Dao Yin Workshop and Incense QiGong
Sunday, March 2, with Donna Oliver, 2:30pm – 4:30pm, $40
at the Studio
Daoyin is another older form of Qigong. Some call it “Chinese yoga” as it promotes deep mind/body/energy awareness. It usually consists of gentle slow stretching exercises and movements to encourage the body’s energy to flow through the meridians/channels energizing the practitioner. Popular forms of Daoyin are the Eight Brocade and Incense Qigong.
Inversions revisited and revived
Sunday, March 16, with Monica Voss, 2:00pm-4:00pm, $40
at the Studio
Returning to inverted postures after a hiatus requires time and patience and moral and physical support. It will be easier with a repertoire of preparatory stretches and active breathing techniques. But better still, if we practise in person together.
Please join this session – even if inversions are beyond your grasp at the moment – to increase upper body fluidity and gain confidence weight bearing through your hands, wrists, arms and shoulders. This workshop will include spinal release, breath practice and relaxation. All are welcome!