Headstand Workshop with Anantya

May 24th, Saturday, 1pm-2:30pm; $35

Headstand is the first of the 12 yoga poses practiced in our open class sequence.

This posture benefits the brain, spinal cord, and sympathetic nervous system, and strengthens the circulatory and respiratory systems.

If you are struggling with this pose, come for this workshop and receive additional assistance and support. We will review the eight steps for coming in and out of the pose safely and systematically and how to overcome common mistakes.

Teacher: Anantya has been a long time teacher who teaches regularly at Sivananda Yoga Center. He is able to connect with students of all levels and assist them in their yoga journey.

Integrative Approach to Managing Stress and Anxiety with Saraswati

Saturday,May 24th  1pm-3.30pm; $55

Learn practical techniques to manage stress and anxiety. This workshop explores the sources of stress and suffering from both Western and Yogic perspectives. Through reflection exercises and guided practices, you will develop skills that you can apply in daily life to build a more supportive connection with yourself and others. No prior yoga experience is required.

Intensive Asana Class with Mayavan

May 25th, Sunday, 7am-10am; $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.

Japanese Cooking Workshop

with Nalini

Saturday, June 7th, 1.30pm-4.30pm, $65

In this hands-on workshop, Nalini will teach you how to make your own sushi and a variety of delicious small plates typical of  Japanese home-style cooking.

On the menu:

• Inari Sushi – sweet-savory tofu pockets filled with seasoned rice
• Classic Maki & Temaki Rolls – customizable with fresh, colorful ingredients
• Non-Fried Pumpkin Croquettes (Kabocha Korokke) – crispy-on-the-outside, creamy-on-the-inside, all without the deep fryer
• Plus: light sides like simple soup, Japanese pickles, and sweets to round out the meal

Open to all who would like to expand their menus and spend an afternoon in good company learning a new skill.

Bring your aprons and chopsticks!

Teacher: Nalini has long time yoga practitioner and staff at the Sivananda yoga Center. She is originally from Japan and will bring her expertise to all yogis in order to craft meals that are balanced and nutritious.