Toronto Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre

Pranayama practice

April 27th-May 5th, 6am-7am, $85 (online)

Start your mornings with an invigorating  practice!

The challenge will include Sun Salutations to warm up the body, 40 minutes of pranayama (Kapalabhati and Anuloma Viloma), and 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.

You have to be well  familiar with these practices  in order to participate in the course. If you have any questions regarding the course  please contact us and we will be happy to help you

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.

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.

Intensive Asana Class with Mayavan

April 28th, Sunday, 7 am-10 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 asana practice with this special class. The classes will aim to:

• Strengthen the legs, open the hips and mobilize the spine
• Bring 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

Challenge the mind, increase your awareness, and enjoy the many benefits of hatha yoga practice!

Suitable for intermediate practitioners wishing to go further into their asana practice.

Teacher: Mayavan 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 in Yoga Therapy from Ammalai University, India and is the director of Yoga Salai, yoga center in Scarborough.

Sun Salutation Series: The Cycle

Sunday, May 5th 9am-11am; $45

REGISTER HERE for all 3 workshops (Sunday, May 12th and Sunday , May 19th): $100

This is the first in the series of Sun Salution workshops  in which students will learn how to break down the Sun salutations practice to create a structured plan for approaching it. Sun Salutations involve a sequence of 12 steps repeated in cycles, reflecting its rhythmic nature. These cycles synchronize with the body’s biological rhythms, aligning with the universal flow. By becoming attuned to your biological rhythms, you can systematically build your practice, enhancing its effectiveness.

Teacher: Mayavan is Sivananda Yoga teacher and director of Yoga Salai, community based yoga center in Scarborough. He hold Masters in Yoga Therapy from Annamalai University , India where he serves as a faculty member. Mayavan has been practicing and teaching Yoga since childhood.