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Blooming away!

I am excited to announce May collaborations & playshops at new locations

Come and celebrate Spring with me at the bright and cheerful Twisted Yoga Studio in the Annex, between Bathurst and Spadina stations
plus
with a Mindful Belly Moves workshop in a hidden gem of a space to be announced very soon!

Also really looking forward to teaching a workshop at the magical Hillside Festival near Guelph this July!
If you are thinking of treating yourself to this unique musical and community experience this summer, come over to the Drum & Dance Tent for a shimmy and a chat – workshop starts at 1pm on Sunday July 14th πŸ™‚

β˜† Body Bliss ~ Awakening into Spring β˜†
Saturday, May 18th –
2:30-4:30pm at Twisted Yoga Studio (509 Bloor Street West)
A Spring collaborative offering, co-facilitated with my inspiring friend Kanwal Rahim, weaving together beautiful modalities and practices from several ancient traditions to re-awaken & delight the senses and energize the body!
Please click here for details + to register if you’d like to join πŸ™‚
β˜† Mindful Belly Moves β˜†
Saturday, May 25th –
2-3:30pm at Twisted Yoga Studio (509 Bloor Street West)
Hosted by yours truly πŸ˜‰
Please click here for details + to register if you’d like to join πŸ™‚

… And if you’d like to book a private/semi-private/group class with me this month – either at a studio or in your own space – you can get in touch with me, either by replying directly to this email or by messaging my FB page πŸ˜‰

Art: Parrot Tulip by Nicolas Robert (France, 17th century)

Looking forward to celebrating Spring with you this month! ❀

Slowly but surely…

The first signs of spring are all around… time to shake off the winter blues!

Huge thank you to all the Goddesses who came out over the winter months and helped me warm up the beautiful new studio I will be teaching most workshops at!

Speaking of which, I am excited to announce April playshops at Dream Yoga Dance … Come and step into spring in this welcoming space, a few steps from Chester station!

Also new, more ticket options πŸ™‚
You can now register for either one or two workshops and pay by etransfer (see the FB event) or continue to sign up for individual workshops via Eventbrite if you prefer!

β˜† Wednesday, April 10th – 6:30-8pm at Dream Yoga Dance β˜†
(371 Danforth Avenue – lower level) – please register either here or here if you’d like to join!

β˜† Saturday, April 13th – 2-3:30pm at Dream Yoga DanceΒ β˜†
(371 Danforth Avenue – lower level) – please register either here or here if you’d like to join!

β˜† Plus, stay tuned for some exciting collaborations… to be announced soon on my FB page! β˜†

… And if you’d like to book a private/semi-private/group class with me this month – either at a studio or in your own space – you can get in touch with me, either by replying directly to this email or by messaging my FB page πŸ˜‰

 

Art: March ~ Spring Painting ~ Sprout from Tamar Kern’s collection of Waldorf first grade paintings

 

Looking forward to moving into Spring with you ❀

Spring is near!

Days are getting longer… time to shake off the winter blues!

Huge thank you to all the Goddesses who came out and helped me warm up the beautiful new studio I will be teaching most workshops at!

Speaking of which, I am excited to announce March playshops at Dream Yoga Dance … Come and step into spring in this welcoming space, a few steps from Chester station!

Also new, more ticket options πŸ™‚
You can now register for either one or two workshops and pay by etransfer (see the FB event) or continue to sign up for individual workshops via Eventbrite if you prefer!

β˜† Saturday, March 16th – 2-3:30pm at Dream Yoga Dance β˜†
(371 Danforth Avenue – lower level) – please register either here or here if you’d like to join!

β˜† Wednesday, March 20th – 6:30-8pm at Dream Yoga DanceΒ β˜†
(371 Danforth Avenue – lower level) – please register either here or here if you’d like to join!

β˜† Plus, stay tuned for some exciting collaborations… to be announced soon on my FB page! β˜†

… And if you’d like to book a private/semi-private/group class with me this month – either at a studio or in your own space – you can get in touch with me, either by replying directly to this email or by messaging my FB page πŸ˜‰

Looking forward to moving with you into Spring!

Picture by Shayne Gray | Photography

 

Off to a bright and sparkling New Year!

Light is slowly returning… off to a bright and sparkling New Year!

Huge thank you to all the Goddesses who came out and helped me warm up the beautiful new studio I will be teaching most workshops at!

Speaking of which, I am excited to announce January & February workshops at Dream Yoga Dance … Come help me start off a new year in this welcoming space, right across the street from Chester station!

Also new, more ticket options πŸ™‚
You can now register for either one or two workshops and pay by etransfer on the FB event or continue to sign up for individual workshops via Eventbrite if you prefer!

β˜† Wednesday, January 16th – 6:30-8pm at Dream Yoga Dance β˜†
(371 Danforth Avenue – lower level) – please register either here or here if you’d like to join!

β˜† Wednesday, February 20th – 6:30-8pm at Dream Yoga DanceΒ β˜†
(371 Danforth Avenue – lower level) – please register either here or here if you’d like to join!

β˜† Saturday, February 23rd – 2-3:30pm at Dream Yoga Dance β˜†
(371 Danforth Avenue – lower level) – please register either here or here if you’d like to join!

β˜† Plus, stay tuned for some exciting collaborations… to be announced soon on my FB page! β˜†

… And if you’d like to book a private/semi-private/group class with me this month – either at a studio or in your own space – you can get in touch with me, either by replying directly to this email or by messaging my FB page πŸ˜‰

Picture from a video shot by Peggy Lampotang @ Toronto’s magical Sparkle Tunnel – it’s open daily and you can still check it out till December 31st! πŸ™‚

Looking forward to moving with you in the new year! ❀

Off to the East End!

This month, I am excited to be offering 2 workshops at Dream Yoga Dance … Come help me warm up this beautiful new space, right across the street from Chester station!

Also new, more ticket options πŸ™‚

You can now register for both workshops and pay by etransfer or sign up for individual workshops via Eventbrite (see links below)!

β˜† Wednesday, December 5th – 6:30-8pm at Dream Yoga Dance β˜†
(371 Danforth Avenue – lower level) – please register either here or here if you’d like to join!

β˜† Sunday, December 16th – 3-4:30pm at Dream Yoga DanceΒ β˜†
(371 Danforth Avenue – lower level) – please register either here or here if you’d like to join!

 

β˜† Plus, stay tuned for more Mindful Belly Moves workshops in the new year… to be announced soon on my FB page!

 

… And if you’d like to book a private/semi-private/group class with me this month – either at a studio or in your own space – you can get in touch with me, either by replying directly to this email or by messaging my FB page πŸ˜‰

Picture by Shayne Gray | Photography πŸ™‚

Cozy indoor fall playshops!

Temps are dropping, skies are darkening… it’s time to play indoors!

Join us for two healing and empowering playshops πŸ™‚

 

β˜† Re-Humanize Mindful Belly moves edition β˜†
in collaboration with the fiercely heart-centered author and activist Marlee Liss!
Join us for an empowering evening of dance & discussion
“From performance back to feeling”
Next Sunday, November 18th – 5-7pm
at Lotus Yoga Centre (699 College Street – 2nd floor, enter through side door on Montrose)
Please click here for more details and if you’d like to join us!

 

β˜† Feminine Chakra Play β˜†
in collaboration with amazing artists Kirrivath and White Lotus Wolf
Sunday November 25th – 1:15-3pm
at Temple Vortex (518 Yonge Street, #3a)
Β  Join us for a playful and healing multi-sensory chakra exploration at this cozy downtown sanctuary… a deeply nourishing afternoon amongst sisters, immersed in a beautiful mix of modalities: from art-making to vibrational magic, including, of course, mindful bellyciousness!
Please click here for more details and if you’d like to join us!
β˜† Plus, stay tuned for upcoming Mindful Belly Moves workshops… to be announced soon on my FB page!

… And if you’d like to book a private/semi-private/group class with me this month – either at the “treehouse” studio or in your own space – you can get in touch with me either by replying directly to this email or by messaging my FB page πŸ˜‰

 

Beautiful art above by Dani Casas del Valle πŸ™‚

 

Looking forward to moving with you all this month! ❀

Late summer abundance!

Late summer brings an abundance of delicious fruit and that beautiful golden light… here are some offerings to help you fully arrive here after all those summer adventures!

Check out some exciting new events and collaborations this month πŸ™‚

β˜† Mindful Movement: Retreat on Toronto Island β˜†
This Sunday, September 16th – 10:10am-8pm
at the Toronto Island Yoga Centre (on Algonquin Island, 5 mins from the Ward’s Island ferry dock)Β 
Please click here for all details and if you’d like to join us

β˜† Wednesday, September 26th – 6:30-8pm β˜†
at Om Laila Studio (coach house of 64 Henry St)Β 
Please register here if you’d like to join

β˜† Saturday, September 29th – anytime between 10am and 11am β˜†
at the Stop Farmer’s Market @ Artscape Wychwood Barns (outdoors)
Get your fresh local produce fix and stop by for a chat and a free workshop!
Please click here for more info

… And if you’d like to book a private/semi-private/group class this month – either at the treehouse or in your own space – you can get in touch with me either by replying directly to this email or by messaging my FB page πŸ˜‰

Looking forward to moving with you all this month!

Keeping things cool and flowing!

I hope you’re all making the most of those beautiful balmy evenings and inspiring starry nights!

This month:

β˜† I will be performing and teaching an evening class on July 27th & 28th in Stratford, ON – right on York St, in front of the magical, treasure-filled clothing and jewellery store that is Kinna Sohna… drop by for a chat and shimmy if you’re in the area πŸ˜‰

β˜† I will also be teaching at a private retreat in early August, before taking a break for summer πŸ™‚

Regular classes will resume in September… BUT in the meantime, if you’d like to book a private/semi-private/group class on a weeknight this month – either at the treehouse or in yourΒ own indoor/outdoor space – you can get in touch with me either here or by messaging my FB page!

Looking forward to moving with all of you again soon!

❀

Time to play outside! Two June classes + outdoor events and performances…

Summer is on its way… keep things flowing with some yummy belly moves!

This month, I will be holding classes on two Wednesdays (6:30-8pm) at my beloved Om Laila “treehouse” (coach house of 64 Henry Street).

Some new veils and skirts are now available at select classes, so we can turn ourselves into feathers, clouds or anything else airy we like… come and try these for yourself!

Also announcing some exciting events and collaborations:

β˜† On Saturday, June 2nd, there will be one-of-a-kind, elemental joint performances throughout the day (11am – 7pm-ish) by Shannon Grooves & myself at the 2018 Dundas West Fest – a few doors west of Dundas & Ossington! Come for the show, stay for a chat πŸ™‚

β˜† If you are looking to get into the Woods and connect with the Earth this month, consider joining us for a healing weekend retreat organized by the lovely Daniella Comacchio in a gorgeous location, set in beautiful surroundings near Gunter, ON!
There will be healing sessions, Earth wisdom, Tantric practices, soul food, intimate sharing circles, reflection & relaxation in Nature, and so much more… including, of course, some mindful bellyciousness provided by yours truly πŸ˜‰
It will be happening June 22nd to 25th – please click either here or right here for all details and to join us!

β˜† Stay tuned… more outdoor performances, workshops & collaborations are in the planning for this month and will be announced very soon on my FB page!

Hope to see you ladies this month at one of these classes and events!

If you are planning on joining a class for the first time this year, here is some info about the space I teach my regular classes at:

Run by the multi-talented Roula Said, Om Laila Studio is an intimate & truly magical space with a secret treehouse vibe…

As usual, I have created events for all classes at Om Laila Studio so you can register and pay online.

And it’s about time you lovely ladies got rewarded for all your support, so here are some goodies πŸ™‚

β˜† New loyalty punch cards – your 5th class is free!

β˜† Bring a friend and get an extra stamp on your card towards a free class!

β˜† Free class on your bday (or week thereof)!

β˜† And if you’re looking to treat someone to an evening of mindful belly moves, there will be gift certificates available (starting at $20 – you choose the amount/number of classes)!

Photo credit: Shayne Gray Photography
❀

Spring at last! More classes, events and offers…

Spring is finally here… time to get things flowing with some yummy belly moves!

I will continue to hold most classes on Wednesdays (6:30-8pm) at my beloved Om Laila “treehouse” (coach house of 64 Henry Street).

Some new veils and skirts are now available at select classes, so we can turn ourselves into feathers, clouds or anything else airy we like… come and try these for yourself!

Also announcing some exciting events and collaborations:

β˜† I am excited to be teaming up once again with the inspiring Lana of Moon Mother Healing for a 3rd nourishing womb and self-love themed evening, organized by
Divine Feminine Wellbeing Toronto on May 10th at The Source Centre for Health & Wellness (7:30-9:30pm) – here is the event page!

β˜† If you are looking to get into the Woods and connect with the Earth this June, consider joining us for a healing weekend retreat organized by the lovely Daniella Comacchio in a gorgeous location, set in beautiful surroundings near Gunter, ON!
There will be healing sessions, Earth wisdom, Tantric practices, soul food, intimate sharing circles, reflection & relaxation in Nature, and so much more… including, of course, some mindful bellyciousness provided by yours truly πŸ˜‰
It will be happening June 22nd to 25th – please click either here or right here for all details and to join us!

β˜† Stay tuned… more collaborations are in the planning for this month and will be announced very soon on my FB page!

Hope to see you ladies this month at one of these classes and events!

As usual, I have created events for all classes at Om Laila Studio so you can register and pay online.

And it’s about time you lovely ladies got rewarded for all your support, so here are some goodies πŸ™‚ … introducing:

β˜† New loyalty punch cards – your 5th class is free!

β˜† Bring a friend and get an extra stamp on your card towards a free class!

β˜† Free class on your bday (or week thereof)!

β˜† And if you’re looking to treat someone to an evening of mindful belly moves, there will be gift certificates available (starting at $20 – you choose the amount/number of classes)!

❀