Meditation level 2

November 1st-29th; Saturdays 1pm-2.15pm;  $85

Meditation is considered the most important of all the Yoga techniques and is an invaluable tool for emotional balance and peace of mind.

In this course you will continue to be guided in your meditation practice and in creating a lifestyle conducive for successful meditation. You will thus be encouraged to bring your meditation practice in more areas of your life in order to build greater resilience, inner peace and focus, specially in these challenging times.

With Meditation 2:

• Learn how to better integrate meditation into your life
• Deepen your understanding of the nature of mind and thoughts
• Discover and overcome the various obstacles to meditation
• Mantra practice and how to find suitable mantra for personal practice

Suitable for students who have completed our Introduction to Meditation, or who are intermediate meditation practitioners.

The course is offered online and in person. Online students will receive Zoom link two days before the course.

Introduction to Meditation

November 7th-December 5th ;  6.30pm-7.45pm , $85

Meditation is an invaluable tool for emotional balance and peace of mind . This course will provide step-by-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

-Mechanics of the mind: How the mind works and how meditation helps

-Mantras as tools for meditation

• Online participants will receive a Zoom link two days before the course

Hip Opening Variations with Chandrika

Sunday, November 9th, 9.30 am-11.30am; $35

This is intermediate level  class that focuses on releasing tension in the hips, a common area of tightness from prolonged sitting and daily stress. Students will learn variations of yoga asanas specifically designed to open the hips, improve flexibility, relieve lower back discomfort, and increase overall mobility. Through gentle stretches, variations of basic yoga postures, and guided breathing, students explore safe, accessible techniques to support their body and wellbeing.

Teacher: Chandrika has been a dedicated staff member at Sivananda Ashram Yoga Camp for many years, supporting teacher training courses and guiding students in their yoga practice. Her extensive knowledge and years of committed practice help students deepen their understanding of yoga, while her encouragement and supportive approach inspire them to grow, learn, and bring out their best selves.

Introduction to Meditation
Wednesday, November 12; 7:00 – 8:30pm; $35

Meditation can be practiced by anyone. With regular practice, it can have many benefits:
. reduced stress
. anxiety management
. improved focus and attention
. lowered blood pressure
. improved sleep
. improved memory
. emotional balance and peace of mind

In this workshop, you will learn about meditation, how to start a meditation practice, and how
to incorporate it into your daily life. You will also have an opportunity to practice meditation. This workshop is suitable for beginners and is a good introduction to our five-week meditation course.

Teacher: Padmini is an experienced Sivananda Yoga teacher who has been practising and teaching at the Yoga Centre for many years and is dedicated to supporting students in their practice by offering her knowledge and guidance.