Yoga Classes in Toronto - Toronto Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centre

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

11apr3:00 pm6:00 pmSun Salutation Workshop with Mayavan

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Sun Salutation Workshop

Saturday, April 11th 3pm – 6pm; $55

Join us for a practice-based workshop on Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation). The sequence will be broken down step by step so students can understand the structure of this classical practice. You will learn the correct form for each posture, how to transition smoothly between movements, and how to adapt the sequence with modifications appropriate to your level. Whether you are new to yoga or looking to refine your flow, this workshop will help you build strength, stamina, and improve alignment.

The workshop will also examine the different phases of the cycle and how they affect the body. Students will observe how the sequence strengthens and supports the muscular and skeletal systems, stimulates the cardiovascular system through rhythmic repetition, and maintains steady energy through breath-led movement.

Beyond learning the mechanics of the sequence, we will thake a holistic apraoch to Sun Salutation as an integrated practice that connects body, energy and the mind.. Practiced with awareness, it becomes not only a physical exercise but also a moving meditation practice.

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.

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12apr8:00 am11:00 amIntensive Asana Class

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Intensive Asana Class with Mayavan

April 12th, 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.

Time

8:00 – 11:00 am

Price

$55

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13apr(apr 13)6:00 am17(apr 17)7:00 am5Day Morning Pranayama PracticeONLINE VIA ZOOM

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5Day Morning Pranayama practice

April 13th – 17th, 6am-7am, $55 (online)

Begin your week with a five-day guided pranayama course ideal for morning practice. These classes will help you feel more alert, focused, and calm before work or school. Practicing in the morning is aligned with the natural rhythm of the body, and helps regulate stress and supports mental clarity throughout the day.

Each class begins and ends with a short relaxation practice and includes gentle warm-ups to prepare the body for breathing exercises in a sitting position. You will practice foundational techniques such as Anuloma Viloma (alternate nostril breathing) and Kapalabhati (cleansing breath). These techniques improve oxygen flow, calm the nervous system, and balance your energy (prana).

With regular use, these tools will help you feel steadier, more present, and better equipped to meet the demands of daily life. This course builds a strong base for continued personal practice.

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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15apr(apr 15)6:30 pm13may(may 13)8:00 pmYoga Level 2 (Establish the Practice)

16apr(apr 16)5:00 pm14may(may 14)6:30 pmYoga Level 1 (Introduction to Yoga)

16apr7:30 pm9:00 pmSound Bath with Reiki and Yin Yoga

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Sound Bath with Reiki and Yin Yoga

with Vishwa and Shakti

April 16th, Thursday, 7:30pm – 9:00pm; 50$

Join us for a 90-minute healing experience combining sound bath, yin yoga and Reiki for creating a powerful synergy for holistic healing. Yin yoga gently opens the body’s deep connective tissues, preparing you to receive deeper energetic work. Reiki and sound healing together help clear stagnant energy, regulate emotions, and nourish the subtle body. This multidimensional approach harmonizes body, mind and spirit, making it highly recommended for anyone seeking a comprehensive healing experience.

Benefits of this session:

• Deep relaxation and stress relief

• Enhanced emotional release

• Improved mood, clarity and self awareness

• Strengthening pain relief and immune system

• A profound sense of holistic well-being

No prior experience needed! Just come as you are and allow yourself to be held and restored.

Vishwa Panchal

Vishwa is a Reiki Level 2 practitioner, intuitive healer, and artist from India. She recently graduated with a degree in Interior Design, incorporating her creative spirit into every healing space she holds. Guided by her natural sensitivity to energy and her deep understanding of the chakra system, she offers holistic healing sessions. Currently, she is working on a children’s book that introduces the concept of chakras in a simple and heart-centered way. Vishwa’s intention is to help others connect deeply with their inner light.

Shakti (Beverly Horii)

Shakti is an experienced yoga practitioner and dedicated teacher. With a background in architecture and expertise in feng shui, she has recently begun weaving sound healing into her yoga sessions. Passionate about collaboration, Shakti enjoys working alongside fellow energy workers to create rich, multi-layered experiences that blend various healing modalities for the benefit of her students.

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Hatha Yoga

Yoga can help keep the body fit, the mind balanced and the energy positive. We are grateful to be able to offer you daily yoga classes at the Yoga Center and online. Please join us! See Yoga Class Schedule

Sun Salutation - Toronto Sivananda Yoga Centre

Sun Salutation Workshop

April 11th, Saturday, 3-6:00pm

Join us for a practice-based workshop on Surya Namaskar (Sun Salutation). The sequence will be broken down step by step so students can understand the structure of this classical practice.

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