Workshops at the Trillium Healing Arts Centre

SPRING SCHEDULE 2010 
Kundalini Yoga for Vitality
Ongoing (downstairs)
Monday to Friday 6:30 – 8:00 a.m.
Rejuvenate, detoxify, increase vitality and awareness and live longer and better through the early morning practice of Kundalini Yoga.
Instructors:
Sat Dharam Kaur and Har-Prakash Khalsa (519) 372-9212
Cost:
$96/8 class pass or $15 drop-in class

Hatha Yoga for the Community
Ongoing until June, 2010
Mondays, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. (downstairs)
Drop in anytime to this easy Hatha yoga class to stretch, breathe and relax!
Instructor:
Kathy Harker (519) 372-2850
Cost:
Pay what you can

Introduction to Kundalini Yoga
Ongoing until June 14, 2010
Mondays, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. (upstairs)
An overview of postures, breath, mantra, mental focus, mudra, and body locks to help you relax, strengthen and balance.
Instructor:
Har-Prakash Khalsa (519) 372-9212
Cost:
$96/8 classes. Pre-reg. preferred

Kundalini Yoga with Weekly Themes
Ongoing       
Mondays, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. (downstairs)
Classic Kundalini Yoga with a different theme every week. Clarity, purification, energy, strength, moods, flexibility.
Instructor:
Lisa Marsh (519) 376-2861
Cost:
$72/6 classes. Pre-reg. preferred

Introduction to Hatha Yoga
Ongoing (downstairs)
Tuesdays, 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Introduction to posture, alignment, balance, flexibility, breath and concentration for beginners.
Instructor:
Laura Bezemer (519) 794-3147
Cost:
$96/8 classes or $15 drop-in class

Heart Health Yoga
Ongoing (downstairs)
Tuesdays, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Learn simple breathing and yoga to help lower blood pressure, reduce risk of heart disease and stroke and stabilize an irregular heartbeat.
Instructor:
Laura Bezemer (519) 794-3147
Cost:
$96/8 classes or $12 drop-in class

Gentle Yoga
Ongoing (downstairs)
Tuesdays, 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Learn simple breathing and yoga to help decrease pain, improve flexibility and range of motion and relax muscles.
Instructor:
Laura Bezemer (519) 794-3147
Cost:
$96/8 classes or $15 drop-in class

Advanced Kundalini Yoga
Ongoing until June 15, 2010
Tuesdays, 6:30 – 9:00 p.m. (downstairs)
Extended Kundalini Yoga sets ending with a 62 minute meditation. Plunge into the depths of Kundalini Yoga with this 2 1/2 hour class!
Instructor:
Har Prakash (519) 372-9212
Cost:
$20/class. Previous Kundalini experience required

Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation
Mar. 16 – May 4, 2010
Tuesdays, 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. (upstairs)
Become peaceful and present. Reduce stress, decrease pain and release harmful behaviours. Experience mindfulness with step-by-step instruction. Bring a firm cushion and blanket.
Instructor:
Frances Brown (519) 376-3797
Cost:
$96/8 classes or by donation

Nia
Ongoing (downstairs)
Wednesdays, 10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Nia is an experience that is restorative and gives an improvement on your health with expressive and joyful movements set to great music. Nia combines martial arts, dance and healing arts. Nia is fun!
Instructor:
Laura Mitchell (519) 270-5624
Cost:
$48/4 classes or $15 drop-in class

Hatha Yoga for Core Strength/Flexibility
Ongoing (downstairs)
Wednesdays, 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. and/or
Saturdays, 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Increase fitness and awareness of your body with just the right amount of fun and relaxation to melt the stress out of your day.
Instructor:
Jana Gayle (519) 534-9436
Cost:
Pay what you can

Gentle Kripalu Yoga and Meditation
Ongoing (downstairs)
Wednesdays, 2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
Beginners welcome to our gentle class focused on safe alignment, rejuvenating postures, breathing practices, mindful techniques and complete relaxation. Bring a blanket and pillow.
Instructor:
Fiona Eden (519) 534-4379
Cost:
$120/10 classes or $15 drop-in class

Brain Vitality with Kundalini Yoga
Begins April 14, 2010 (13 class series)
Wednesdays, 7:15 – 8:45 p.m. (downstairs)
Practice breathing exercises, postures, movement and mantra to energize your body, improve concentration, memory, mood and align with your spirit.
Instructor:
Sat Dharam Kaur (519) 372-9212
Cost:
$156/13 classes or $15 drop-in class

Kripalu Yoga and Meditation
Ongoing (upstairs)
Wednesdays, 7:30 – 9:00 p.m.
Develop balance and mindfulness in your life with regular Kripalu Yoga and Meditation.  Suitable for beginners and intermediate.
Instructor:
Fiona Eden (519) 534-4379
Cost:
$120/10 classes or $15 drop-in class

Mommy & Me Yoga
Ongoing (downstairs)
Thursdays, 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Bring your babies and join new mothers in reclaiming your body, letting go of stress and developing flexibility and strength. Learn massage techniques to do with your baby.
Instructor:
Shannon Crow (519) 422-0704
Cost:
$40/4 classes. Pre-register only.

Nia
Ongoing (downstairs)
Thursdays, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Nia is an experience that is restorative and gives an improvement on your health with expressive and joyful movements set to great music. Nia combines martial arts, dance and healing arts. Nia is fun!
Instructor: Laura Mitchell (519) 270-5624
Cost:
$48/4 classes or $15 drop-in class
Pre-register only

Yoga for Kids (ages 6 -12)
Ongoing (upstairs)
Thursdays, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
**Nia Class at the same time – perfect for parents that want to come to class!**
Stretch, move and tap into your energy, then learn to meditate, focus and relax. Parents are welcome too!
Instructor:
Shannon Crow (519) 422-0704
Cost:
$40/4 classes. Pre-register only.

Dance Your Yoga
Ongoing (downstairs)
Thursdays, 5:45 – 6:45 p.m.
Welcome to a fusion of yoga and dance! Enjoy the benefits of flexibility, balance, relaxation and breath gained through yoga while connecting to your own creative movement.
Instructor:
Shannon Crow (519) 422-0704
Cost:
$96/8 classes. Pre-register only.

Prenatal Yoga
Ongoing (downstairs)
Thursdays, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Prepare your body, mind and spirit for one of the most important and transformative challenges of your life – giving birth. Learn exercises and breathing practices to help you through pregnancy and labour. Partners welcome.
Instructor:
Shannon Crow (519) 422-0704
Cost:
$120/10 classes. Pre-register only.

Silent Meditation, Ongoing (upstairs)
Thursdays, 6:45 – 7:30 and/or 7:30 – 9 p.m.
For individuals experienced with Mindfulness Meditation who wish to deepen their meditative skill-set. Includes improving concentration, deepening sensory clarity and equanimity, and support towards a meditation practice.
Instructor:
Har-Prakash (519) 372-9212
Cost: By donation.

Hatha Yoga, Ongoing
Fridays, 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. (downstairs)
Practice gentle stretching exercises, simple breathing techniques to improve flexibility and develop inner peace.
Instructor:
Laura Bezemer (519) 794-3147
Cost:
$96/8 classes or $15 drop-in class

Yoga for the Respiratory System
Ongoing
Fridays, 11:00 a.m. – noon (downstairs)
Learn breathing exercises, postures and meditations to decrease asthma, empower your immune system, improve breathing.
Instructor:
Laura Bezemer (519) 794-3147
Cost:
$96/8 classes or $15 drop-in class

Nia, Ongoing
Fridays, 5:30 – 7 p.m. (downstairs)
Nia is an experience that is restorative and gives an improvement on your health with expressive and joyful movements set to great music. Nia combines martial arts, dance and healing arts. Nia is fun!
Instructor:
Laura Mitchell (519) 270-5624        
Cost:
$48/4 classes or $15 drop-in class
Pre-register only

Yoga Flow, Ongoing
Saturdays, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. (downstairs)
Practice the Sun Salutations along with a variety of postures that flow seamlessly into one another. Stretch, breathe, relax and release!
Instructor:
Jana Gayle (519) 534-9436
Cost:
Pay what you can 

Family/Kids Yoga
One Saturday a month
1:00 – 2:30 p.m. (downstairs)
Bring your kids, hang out and have fun together exploring yoga postures, breathing exercises and meditation. Enjoy your time together in a healthy fun way!
Instructor:
Shannon Crow (519) 422-0704
Cost:
$15/family per class Pre-reg. required.

Special Workshops/Events

Silent Mindfulness Meditation Retreat
Sundays, 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Mar. 21, May 16, July 18, 2010 (downstairs)
An afternoon of meditation practice cultivating equanimity, sensory clarity and concentration.
Instructor:
Frances Brown (519) 376-3797
Cost:
$40

Prenatal Yoga for Partners (downstairs)
May 1, June 12, 2010; 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
Learn how to use breath, relaxation, stretching, vocal toning and massage to assist you in your birth experience.  Bring your partner who can support you during your birth experience.
Instructor:
Shannon Crow (519) 422-0704
Cost:
$15

Raise Your Vibration…Transform Your Life
April 10, 2010; 1:30-5p.m. (downstairs)
Reduce stress, repel disease, increase energy and cultivate inner peace, remove toxicity, respond to life situations with grace and ease.
Instructor:
Dawn James
1-888-767-VIBE(8423)   info@dawnjames.org
Cost:
$65 incl. handouts

Thai Yoga Massage for Couples or Friends
May1, June 12, 2010; 1-4 p.m. (downstairs)
Develop a new level of connection and sharing with your partner or friend by learning and practicing Thai Yoga Massage.  Wear comfortable clothing that you can move in and bring 2 blankets or yoga mats.
Instructor:
Shannon Crow (519) 422-0704
Cost:
$120/couple 

Yoga Dance for Mothers and Daughters
Sun. May 2, 2010; 10 – 11a.m. (downstairs)
If you are a mother or a daughter join us to celebrate with a fusion of yoga and dance! Enjoy the benefits of flexibility, balance, relaxation and breath gained through yoga while connecting to your own creative movement.
Instructor:
Shannon Crow (519) 422-0704
Cost:
$120/couple 

Classes at a Glance (Check Starting Dates)
Monday 
6:30-8:00 a.m.      Yoga for Vitality
5:30-6:30 p.m.      Yoga for the Community
7:00-8:30 p.m.      Introduction to Kundalini Yoga
7:00-8:30p.m.       Weekly Theme Kundalini
Tuesday
4:00-6:30 a.m.      Morning Sadhana
6:30-8:00 a.m.      Yoga for Vitality
10:00-11:30 a.m.  Intro to Hatha Yoga
11:30-12:30 p.m.  Heart Health Yoga
1:30-2:30 p.m.      Gentle Yoga
6:30-9:00 p.m.     Advanced Kundalini Yoga
7:00-9:00 p.m.     Introduction to Meditation
Wednesday
6:30-8:00 a.m.      Yoga for Vitality
10:00-11:30 a.m.  Nia   
12:00-1:00 p.m.    Yoga for Core Strength
2:00-3:30 p.m.      Gentle Kripalu Yoga
7:15-8:45 p.m.      Brain Vitality Kundalini
7:30-9:00 p.m.      Kripalu Yoga/Meditation
Thursday
6:30-8:00 a.m.      Yoga for Vitality
1:00-2:00 p.m.      Mommy & Me Yoga
4:30-5:30 p.m.      Yoga for Kids
4:30-5:30 p.m.      Nia
5:45-6:45 p.m.      Dance Your Yoga
7:00-8:30 p.m.      Prenatal Yoga
6:45-7:30 p.m.      Silent Meditation
7:30-9:00 p.m.      Silent Meditation
Friday
4:00-6:30 a.m.      Morning Sadhana
6:30-8:00 a.m.      Yoga for Vitality
9:00-10:30 a.m.    Hatha Yoga
11:00-Noon          Yoga for Lungs 
6:45-8:15 p.m.      Nia
Saturday
9:00-10:00 a.m.    Yoga for Core Strength
10:30-11:30 a.m.  Yoga Flow
1:00-2:30 p.m.      Family/Kids Yoga