Research has shown that both the body and the mind are highly plastic and therefore the way we move our body, breathe and think literally shapes who we are and our experiences. In this active workshop style class we will develop an embodied understanding of the miraculous temple that holds the self. We will use “Mindful Movement” honouring our individuality and uniqueness and at the same time provide a microscope that we can study ourselves through. As we begin to wake up to the reality that is unfolding right in front of us, in each posture and sensation, we become aware of both our physical compensation patterns and mental/emotional reactions. This awareness allows us to consciously and compassionately create change. Each class will offer a different angle and theme and provide a short lecture, dissecting a specific part of anatomy, philosophy or theory and then apply it to the context of an active vinyasa style practice.

This class is open to ALL levels and abilities

Details:

Thursdays’s 7:15pm-8:45pm

September 22nd- December 8th

Investment: $199.00 ( pre paid 12 classes) or $20 drop in

Instructor:

Danielle Murray E-RYT 500

Danielle has been teaching Yoga for over 8 years, and practicing for 15 years. She began practicing to compliment her training as a young athlete and upon retirement from the sport, to cope and thrive through battles with severe anxiety and depression. She is an E-RYT 500, Empowered Yoga Teacher Training Facilitator and lululemon ambassador. Learning new things lights Danielles fire and she is continuing her studies with Empowered Yoga working toward her 1000 Hour Teacher designation. The message has evolved over years of practice, teaching and training but the intention is the same; to enrich and empower others through the practice of yoga so they may connect with the self. She hopes that through yoga students can find contentment, peace, acceptance. That they are perfectly imperfect and that is exactly as it should be.

Danielle sees her yoga practice as a safe space to prepare for life off the mat. In this controlled stress environment we can experiment, take chances, and learn to cultivate the abilities to nurture the self, body, mind, and spirit. Danielle believes that yoga should be accessible to all, in her classes you can expect modifications and variations for all levels of students. Danielle is a lover of all things flow so you can expect to see elements of Rocket Astanga, Vinyasa, and intelligent sequencing throughout, balanced with deep pranayama, intention, meditation and mantra. Danielle has a light heart, so come to class prepared to sweat, smile, listen to funky music and feel the depth of your breath.

Michele Theoret BSc, M.S, E-RYT 500, Yoga Therapist, CPT

Michele is a mother of 3 and the creator and primary facilitator of Empowered Yoga and Lifestyle. Michele has been teaching and studying: yoga, health and wellness for almost two decades. Her vision as a teacher and therapist is to empower students to take control over their health and happiness using: movement, meditation and self care as medicine. Through her classes,  wellness coaching programs and teacher trainings, she offers effective lifestyle practices that combine the ancient traditions and philosophy of yoga with modern kinesiology, psychology and nutrition in order to create self care practices that are effective and attainable.

This course is eligible for 20 hrs continuing education credits towards Empowered Yoga 500Hr Teacher Training

A deposit is required to hold your spot. Deposits are not refundable. Cancelations up to 30 days prior to the event may be issued a credit with Empowered Yoga to be used towards a different program. Unfortunately we are unable to issue a credit or refund the deposit within 30 days of the event. Certificates of completion may be issued upon the successful completion of the requirements above. Once a certificate is issued students may be eligible to register with the Yoga Alliance as an RYT. For more info, contact us at info@empoweredyoga.ca