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.
Our Workshops for Yoga Teachers delve into specific topics to enhance your teaching skills and personal practice. Each unique workshop is designed to expand your knowledge through yoga practice, meditation, reflection and discussion. Topics include functional anatomy, hands on assisting, pre and post natal, philosophy, anxiety and depression. Many workshops are eligible for CEUs.
Empowering the Ageing Body
Saturday, November 16 – Sunday, November 17, with Shari Stein, Tama Soble, Della Croteau, Helen Kohl, and Monica Voss, whole weekend $165, each workshop $40
on Zoom
As the population ages, teachers must inform themselves about natural changes in the body as well as common conditions such as osteoarthritis and osteoporosis. Changes in outlook also occur in older students as they contemplate their lives and goals. Through practice, discussion and analysis, we will explore these and other issues of ageing and create intelligent and supportive options in order to instruct older students holistically with energy, knowledge and empathy.
Empowering the Ageing Body is intended for certified and non-certified yoga and meditation teachers, teachers-in-training, health professionals, therapists, social workers and interested students of yoga.
- Saturday, November 16, 1:00pm-2:30pmET, Shari Stein, Osteoporosis
- Saturday, November 16, 3:00pm-4:30pmET, Tama Soble, Asana and pranayama re: Osteoporosis
- Sunday, November 17, 10:30am-12:00pmET, Della Croteau, Osteoarthritis
- Sunday, November 17, 1:00pm-2:30pmET, Helen Kohl, Chair Yoga
- Sunday, November 17, 3:00pm-4:30pmET, Monica Voss, Asana and Pranayama re: Osteoarthritis
Yoga for Anxiety and Depression
Sunday, December 8, with Tama Soble
10:00am-12:30pm and 1:30pm-4:00pm ET, Full day $105, Half day $60.
on Zoom
Spend a full day exploring how asana, pranayama and meditation practices support the physical body, the nervous and respiratory systems, and the mind in returning to homeostasis. We will practise, write, and engage in discussion in order to reflect on how as teachers we might support those living with the challenges of anxiety and depression.
For yoga and meditation teachers, teachers in training and anyone studying and/or working in the mental health arena or interested in the topic material.
(Almost) New Year’s Intensive
Friday, December 27 – Sunday, December 29, with Monica Voss
10:30am-12:30pm and 1:30pm-3:00pm ET, $150/3 days, $60/day, $30/half day, included in unlimited packages, bursaries available
on Zoom
Ring out 2024 with an in-house yoga “retreat”. Lighten body and heart with three full or partial days of stretching, breathing, postures, meditation and relaxation, with some end-of-year visiting. Everyone is welcome!
Image: Sky TV for Washington, 1966/2014, Yoko Ono
Introduction to Pranayama
Sunday, January 19, with Monica Voss, 10:00am-12:30pm ET, $60
on Zoom
In this workshop, we will practise breath awareness and several traditional pranayama exercises in personal, non-traditional ways, accessing them with curiosity, enjoyment and kindness. Then we’ll assess, deconstruct and discuss how and when to introduce pranayama to beginners (and ourselves) easily and effectively.
Image: H. Taylor
Managing chronic pain with yoga
Sunday, January 19, with Kathy Felkai, 1:30am-4:00pm ET, $60
on Zoom
Chronic pain encompasses a wide range of persistent pain and discomfort lasting beyond 3-6 months. It originates from injury, disease and often from unknown causes. Chronic pain significantly impairs quality of life.
Yoga can help. Its principles provide effective tools and rich resources for managing pain and discomfort and, importantly, for reducing emotional symptoms and supporting new attitudes and thinking.
In this interactive workshop, we’ll discuss various conditions, learn modifications for poses and Pranayama, and share our findings.
“Healing is a continuous process away from fragmentation toward wholeness and connection.” Dawna Markova
Image: Lilies and Vetch, Tom Thomson
Kathy Felkai began practising yoga when she was diagnosed with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia.
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.