Toronto Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre

November 26th-December 4th, 6:00 – 7:00am, $65

Start your mornings with an invigorating practice!

The challenge will include Sun Salutations to warm up the body, 40 minutes of pranayama (breathing exercises), as well as guided relaxation.

These practices help to strengthen the respiratory system, increase stamina and  keep good physical health. They also help keep the mind calm and peaceful.

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 9 sessions.

Cost: $ 65

Asana Intensive with Mayavan

December 10th and 11th; 10am-1pm ; $85

In this 6 hours intensive course you will challenge your strength, and focus your mind. Mayavan will teach the mechanics of each advanced Asana and Pranayama. Learn and understand how each asana impacts the body and mind. Experience holding the poses longer to develops a meditative approach to your practice. In this workshop along with asana practice, we will also discuss yogic philosophy behind the asanas, and understand how asanas help us become more perceptive both of the world around us and of our own mind.

 Teacher: Mayavan is director of Yoga Salai yoga center in Toronto. He is  an experienced yoga teacher and dedicated student of yoga who spent many years in serious practice and service to his community. He holds Masters of Yoga Therapy degree from Annamalai University, Tamil Nadu, India.

 December 12-16 (Monday -Friday) 7-8am; $45

(In Person at the Yoga Center and Online via Zoom)

Join this early morning course that will help you start the day feeling calm and strong. It will also help you establish a routine and renew your commitment to the practice.

January 9th-February 1st (Mon&Wed), 5pm – 6:30 pm

This course builds on the foundation laid in our Yoga 1 course and gives the opportunity to build up a solid practice, including all the basic postures and breathing exercises.

Emphasis is placed on holding postures longer and making smooth transitions between postures. You will also discover some variations of the basic Yoga postures.

This is an ideal refresher course for those who have lapsed in their practice. It is also suitable for experienced practitioners who are new to Sivananda Yoga Center.