Toronto Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre
Yoga and Meditation Courses in Toronto
Toronto Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre
Yoga and Meditation Courses in Toronto
Upcoming Workshops, Courses & Events
06nov8:00 pm9:30 pmDiwali satsang
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Diwali Satsang
Friday, November 6th, 8 pm
We will celebrate Diwali as a reminder of the light each of us carries within and of the works we do, through our practice and through life , to clear what may obscure it so it can shine more fully upon others.
07nov7:30 pm8:00 pmDiwali Candlelight Kirtan
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Diwali Candlelight Kirtan
Saturday, November 7, 7:30-9:00 pm
By donation (suggested: $25)
Join us as we celebrate Diwali with a candlelit evening of kirtan. Together we’ll gather for the festival of lights in a spirit of song and devotion.
Participants are welcome to offer a chant, sing along or simply enjoy being part of the gathering.
We hope to see you there!
Your donations help support the Centre’s activities as a nonprofit charity.
What is kirtan?
Kirtan is a devotional practice of singing and repeating sacred names and phrases in a call-and-response format. It uses music, rhythm and repetition to focus the mind, open the heart, and create a shared experience of devotion.
Facilitator: Ramdas has been involved with the Sivananda Centre as a yoga teacher since 2023. He regularly leads kirtan concerts and song circles at the Centre and elsewhere.
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Donate08nov8:00 am11:00 amIntensive Asana Class
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Intensive Asana Class with Mayavan
November 8th, Sunday, 8 am-11 am; $55
*(Intensive asana classes are offered once a month. To register for a package of 3 and receive 20% discount please click HERE)
Deepen your practice with an engaging three-hour class that combines practice and theory, taught by special visiting teacher Mayavan. Suitable for intermediate students, this class is an opportunity to challenge yourself and go further in your practice. And don’t worry: the time flies by! You will leave feeling uplifted and full of energy.
This class will allow you to:
- Fine-tune your practice, through personalized corrections
- Strengthen the legs, open the hips and mobilize the spine
- Tap in to more energy through the practice of Sun Salutations and dynamic asanas
- Increase overall strength and stability through standing poses
- Achieve steadiness and comfort in classical asanas
- Gain practical knowledge about the yoga practice and yogic lifestyle
Teacher: Mayavan has devoted his life to learning and teaching the art and science behind yogic practices. He has spent the past three decades in dedicated practice and service to his community. He holds a Masters in Yoga Therapy from Annamalai University in India and has earned the prestigious designations of Yoga Siromani, Yoga Acharya and Yoga Baskara. Mayavan is the director of Yogasalai, a yoga centre in Scarborough.
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8:00 – 11:00 am
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$55
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Register09nov6:30 pm7:30 pmCommunity Meals
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Community meals
Monday, November 9th, 6:30 pm
$12
We’ll be hosting community meals every few weeks! Join us for a nutritious and yogic vegetarian dinner and an opportunity to come together as a community.
Take-away is also an option—bring your own Tupperware!
Please advise of any allergies or dietary restrictions.
Upcoming:
Monday, November 23rd, 6:30 p.m.
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Pay Here13nov(nov 13)6:30 pm11dec(dec 11)7:45 pmIntroduction to Meditation
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Introduction to Meditation
November 13th- December 11th, Fridays 6:30pm – 7:45pm; $120
As a token of our gratitude for your participation, enjoy a special Thanksgiving discount!
Use coupon code THANKSGIVING by October 13 to receive your 15% discount.
Thank you for being part of our community!
Meditation is an invaluable tool for emotional balance and peace of mind. This course will provide step to step guidance for starting a meditation practice. It is helpful for those who are just starting as well as those who would like to renew their commitment to this practice.
Topics covered include:
-What is meditation and what are the benefits?
-How to start a meditation practice: The three fundamentals.
-Meditation for beginners and tips for those who are returning practitioners
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Register16nov(nov 16)6:00 am20(nov 20)7:00 am5Day Morning Pranayama PracticeONLINE VIA ZOOM
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5Day Morning Pranayama practice
November 16th – 20th, 6am-7am, $55 (online)
Here are some of the benefits of pranayama:
-Optimal gas exchange (O2 and CO2)
-Oxygenation of tissues thanks to breath retention
-Harmonization of metabolic rates and chemical balance of the body
-Clearness of mind and stimulation of the parasympathetic system
-Improvement of digestion and fortification of the immune system
In order to benefit from this program, it is important to participate in all 5 sessions.
Teacher: Mayavan has been a dedicated yoga practitioner since childhood. He holds a Master’s degree in yoga therapy and is the director of Yoga Salai, a community-based yoga center in Scarborough.
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