Lifelong Learning
If you would like to learn more about different aspects of yoga and related subjects, here are our special courses and workshops. From cooking workshops to philosophy, hatha yoga to chanting and ayurveda, all the programs are designed to help you achieve improved physical, mental and spiritual well-being.
We add new topics and dates frequently. Check back regularly, or follow us on Instagram for updates.
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25mar(mar 25)6:00 am02apr(apr 2)7:00 am9 Day Pranayama Practice with MayavanONLINE VIA ZOOM
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Pranayama practice
March 25th-April 2nd, 6am-7am, $75 (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 practitioner of Yoga since childhood and is currently director of Yoga Salai, yoga center in Scarbourough.
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Register Now25mar10:30 am12:30 pmPostures for Meditation and Pranayama
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Register Now25mar1:30 pm4:30 pmIndian Vegetarian Cooking Workshop
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Indian Vegetarian Cooking Workshop
March 25th, 2023. 1.30-4.30pm’ $45
Welcome to the Sivananda Kitchen!
In this workshop, we will make some simple vegetarian recipes you can learn and try at home. We will use easily available ingredients and share our meal together after the workshop. The focus of the workshop for this month will be South Indian cuisine. Kartikeya is a professional chef and Sivananda Yoga teacher. Discover vibrant colours, wonderful flavours and healthy properties of different spices and dishes.
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$45
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07apr(apr 7)6:45 pm05may(may 5)7:45 pmRaja Yoga Sutras
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Raja Yoga Sutras
April 7th -May 5th; Fridays 6.45-7.45, $75
This course is an introduction to Yoga Sutras, classical Yoga text that lays foundation for systematic yoga practice. This course will explore selected verses from the Yoga Sutras that explain:
- What is Yoga
- What is mind in yoga psychology
- 5 types of thoughts
- Kleshas (5 sources of suffering)
- 8 lymbs of Yoga
The class is a good overview of major Yoga concepts and is a helpful reminder to those who had already studies the verses .
This course is offered in person and online. Online students will receive a Zoom link two days before the course starts.
Teacher: Saraswati
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Register Online15apr1:30 pm3:30 pmHeadstand Variations with KartikeyaIn-Person
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Headstand Variations, April 15th, 1.30pm; $35
Headstand (Sirsasana) 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 comfortable with this asana, learn variations of the basic posture to stretch and strengthen different body parts. Using legs and arms interchangeably, with ease and balance, will produce lightness within the body, deep focus, and clarity of the mind. There are many variations of the Headstand. You will receive support in guidance in those that you feel comfortable with and are best suited to your current practice level.
Teacher: Kartikeya is a long-time Sivananda Yoga teacher who has been practicing and teaching Yoga for over ten years. He has a deep knowledge of Hatha Yoga and a very practical and supportive teaching style.
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Register23apr6:00 pm7:30 pmKirtan and ChaiIn Person
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Kirtan and Chai
April 23rd, Sunday, 6pm; $35
offered in person
Join us for an evening of Kirtan and Chai. We will learn commonly used mantras as well as chants that help open the heart and express the joy. Mantras are helpful tools used for meditation practice or just daily repetition in order to increase focus and gain clarity. Chanting is a natural way to connect with the Divine and one of the practices of Bhakti Yoga (Yoga of Devotion). Previous knowledge of chanting or Sanskrit is not necessary.
We will focus on learning the melodies, the meaning and we will have some time to connect with each other (and we will have chai or herbal tea!). The workshop is offered at the Yoga Center.
Looking forward to seeing you all!