Classes

The Yoga Collective offers classes for every age and level. Open classes are ongoing, and you are welcome to attend any time. For all Sessional classes, please contact the instructor to arrange when to begin.

A Morning Practice

Fridays | 9:15am
Open class

Level
G/M/V

Instructor
Margot

Join Margot for an hour-long practice including standing and seated stretches, movement and stillness, energizing and calming work. A happy blend of yin and yang.

Ashtanga-based / Yin Yoga

Wednesdays | 9:15am
Open class

Level
M

Instructor
Margot

Margot's classes draw on her near 25 years teaching experience, resulting in an eclectic blend of strengthening work (Ashtanga) with correct postural alignment (Iyengar). Breath work throughout the class leads to an increased awareness of the body/mind connection and prepares the student for deep relaxation.

Ashtanga-based Yoga

Tuesdays | 5:30pm
Open class

Level
M/V

Instructor
Paul

This class encompasses two styles of yoga that are perfectly complimentary to each other. The Ashtanga style is dynamic and muscular, promoting strength and flexibility, while the Yin style uses long held floor postures in a relaxed way to stretch and stimulate the connective tissues of the body. Doing the postures in this way promotes a deep release and relaxation. Appropriate for the experienced student and fit beginner.

End of Day Hatha Flow / Restorative

Open class

Level
G/M

Instructor
Silvana

This gentle to moderate class offers a practice in which to both release and restore, readying the mind and body for a restful sleep. The practice builds fullness and fluidity in the breath, flexibility and strength in the body, and awareness, focus and quiet in the mind. Conscious breath work and yoga philosophy are woven into detailed instruction on the postures – a balance of movement complementary to the time of day and deeply restorative poses supported by props. Open to all levels.

Explore the Healing Art of Reiki & Yoga!

Thursdays | 10:45am
Sessional class

Level
G

Instructor
Lisa S.

Introducing a fresh yoga experience starting Thursday, March 7th, at 10:45 am, led by Lisa Stacey of Suntwine Yoga at the Yoga Collective.

Embark on a one hour class of serene and gentle movements infused with the art of Japanese reiki.

A harmonious blend that's both calming and invigorating, tailored for all levels.

It's not just a class; it's an experience. 

Join me on this rejuvenating journey. 

Gentle Wishpath Vinyasa Yoga

Mondays | 10am
Thursdays | 5:30pm
Open class

Level
G/M

Instructor
Meredith

Learn to live and move from centre with a gentle flow of standing poses followed by deep relaxation using bolsters and other props.

Hatha Flow: Balance

Mondays | 6pm
Open class

Level
G/M/V

Instructor
Silvana

Working with both Yin and Yang style movements, these Hatha Flow classes focus on restoring balance; they build fullness and fluidity in the breath, flexibility and strength in the body, and awareness, focus and quiet in the mind. Detailed instruction will help students find ease and comfort in their movements, and will nurture a healthy practice. Pranayama (conscious breath work) and yoga philosophy are woven into the asana (postures) instruction. This is a G (45%) / M (45%) / V (10%) class, open to all levels.

Mom and Baby Yoga

Tuesdays | 11am
Sessional Class

Level
G

Instructor
Nicky

A relaxed class for caregivers and their baby’s (10 months and under). This class encourages a connection to your body, breath and baby. Contact @soogatispace for details of the next session. 

Prana Drumbeat: Rise Like the Sun

Sundays | 9:30am
Open class

Level
G/M/V

Instructor
Silvana

This flowing Hatha yoga class uses the rhythm of a djembe drumbeat as a tool for anchoring the mind, breath and body together. This practice builds fullness and fluidity in the breath, flexibility and strength in the body, and awareness, focus and quiet in the mind. Guided and grounded by the gentle, repetitive sounds of the drum, the experience is deeply meditative, and simultaneously restorative and invigorating. A great way to release what isn’t needed from your week and create space for what is needed to come in.

Prenatal Yoga

Saturdays | 9:30am
Sessional class

Level
G

Instructor
Nicky

A gentle pregnancy yoga class for all trimesters. This class encourages a connection to your body, breath and baby. Contact @soogstispace for details of the next session. 

Realign, Restore, Relax

Wednesdays | 11am
Open class

Level
G/M

Instructor
Jillian

This 75 min. yoga practice weaves together breathing exercises, physical postures, mindfulness and relaxation.  The sequences eliminate weight bearing on the knees and wrists while still offering a full rounded, energetic and satisfying practice; promoting balance, strength, flexibility, and vitality.  Adaptations and modifications are offered using a wall or a chair, including other yoga props. Open to all levels.

Relax and Restore

Thursdays | 9:15am
Open class

Level
G/M

Instructor
Nicky

This is a floor based class with breath work, stretching and gentle asana followed by restful restorative poses using bolsters and blankets. Suitable for all levels (but not pregnancy). Nicky teaches a mat based antidote to stress, fatigue and tension.

Suntwine Awaken Yoga

Tuesdays and Fridays | 9:15am
Open class

Level
G/M

Instructor
Lisa S.

Join Lisa for an hour long class to help awaken the body with slow movements from one yoga pose to the next. The focus is always brought to the breath and how the body is feeling during each motion, like a moving meditation. The class culminates by focusing on the mind establishing a clear path for the rest of the day.

Suntwine Unwind Yoga

Tuesdays | 7:15pm
Open class

Level
G/M

Instructor
Lisa S.

This hour long class focuses on stretching the entire body, with gentle movements to prepare the body for rest. Final focus serves to relieve tension from the body using breath work and meditation at the end of class.

Wishpath Parent & Baby Yoga

Mondays | 9am
Sessional class

Level
G/M

Instructor
Meredith

The Parent and Baby Yoga classes offer exercises for both parent and baby, but will focus mainly on giving mom or dad a welcome opportunity to stretch, strengthen, relax and renew energy levels. For obvious reasons, it won't be the quietest yoga class you'll ever attend, but my hope is that it will offer you an opportunity to get out of the house, meet other parents and share something very special with your baby.

Moms, you will want to wait for about 4-6 weeks after the delivery of your baby or until your bleeding has stopped before attending class. If you had a caesarian delivery, this time should be extended to about 8-10 weeks, or until you receive the go-ahead from your doctor.

Dads, you are also welcome to join in if you are the one staying home and caring for baby.

There are no expectations for your baby to perform perfectly. You may need to stop and nurse or give a reassuring cuddle now and then. It sometimes takes a few classes for a baby to start to enjoy a new experience. You are welcome to bring any baby chairs, blankets, head-pillows or cushions on which you can lay your baby on or beside your yoga mat. The Yoga Collective has community blankets and mats as well.

Once your baby begins to actively crawl and move about (usually by 8 months), it may become much more difficult for you to fully participate in the class. If your baby is already at this stage, I do welcome you to come out and try the class to see if it will be something that you enjoy.

Please contact Meredith Brown at 519.272.9679 to register.

Wishpath Prenatal Yoga

Wednesdays | 5:45pm
Sessional class

Level
G/M

Instructor
Meredith

This class helps mothers-to-be to connect with their bodies and babies in a way that builds confidence and intuition in preparation for birth and motherhood. Students learn safe stretches and breathing techniques to help support pregnancy and the birth process. Women find these classes to be invaluable to their physical and mental comfort and health during pregnancy. Prenatal yoga classes also offer a wonderful opportunity for women to come together and share information and friendship in this very special time of their lives. Many women come to yoga for the first time while pregnant. The class is suitable for both the new and experienced yogini.

Wishpath Vinyasa Yoga

Wednesdays | 7pm
Open class

Level
M/V

Instructor
Meredith

Learn to live and move from centre in a practice where poses are fluidly connected, and both the mind and body stretched and strengthened.