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Xiaolan Health Centre features regular, expert-led classes in tai chi, qigong, yoga and other ancient practices combining movement, breathing and meditation to achieve physical and spiritual well-being. May 26, 2010 to December 29, 20107:00P.M. - 8:30P.M.Simply YOGAwith Shawn RashotteHatha yoga with a twist of sivananda, a dash of ashtanga and a smudge of shamanism. Looking for a moment to catch your breath and take a little time to listen to your body. Yoga is a wonderful way to get in touch with yourself physically, emotionally, mentally & spiritually through awareness, movement & breath. Classes are designed for those who are ready to take the plunge. Whether you're new to the practice of yoga or simply looking for something different, come out and join Shawn and his unique expression of yoga. Shawn has been in the healing arts field for sixteen years and yoga is the latest addition to his practice. Please contact the centre if you have concerns as to whether or not this style of class is for you. What to bring: INTENTION YOGA MAT COMFORTABLE CLOTHING Since a consistent yoga schedule is now being introduced at the Xiaolan Health Centre supplies such as straps, blocks and extra mats will be available as the studio grows. WHEN: Wednesday nights Starting May 26, 2010 WHERE: Xiaolan Health Centre 88 Prince Arthur Avenue COST: $20 walk in, $15 with purchase of 6 classes Please call 416-538-8262 to register.Hatha Flow One-on-One for beginners October 1, 2010 to December 10, 201012:15P.M. to 1:30P.M.Yoga to Heal & Balance the Emotional Bodywith Lynn WeinfeldWe all have our unique everyday struggles as well as our more grand hopes for manifesting a life that has energy and authenticity. More so than any other form of health and fitness, yoga practice is all about our transformation and discovering better versions of ourselves. In these classes we will explore the complexity of emotion and the practices used to transform states of depression, anxiety, sadness and grief into more positive states of joy and happiness through breath, movement and meditation. Appropriate for all fitness levels, the approach is therapeutic & the intention is to provide participants with a wide variety of opportunities to heal mind, body and spirit. WHEN: Fridays 12:15PM to 1:30PM Starting October 1, 2010 WHERE: Xiaolan Health Centre 88 Prince Arthur Avenue COST: $20 walk in, $15 if you sign up for 6 or more sessions To Register please contact: Lynn WeinfeldTel: 416-364-6567 or email: yogainfo@rogers.com Pre-registration is encouraged as classes are progressive, as well as space being limited.You may however join the 10 week sessions at any time. **PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN YOGA MAT**Sessions will be taught by Lynn Weinfeld, MA (Psychology), Certified Yoga Teacher Lynn's teaching has evolved from years of practice & spiritual and personal growth. She teaches with a generosity of spirit & encourages a keen awareness of the breath and the body. She guides her students with a warm non-judgmental style while inspiring them with her enthusiasm and passion for the practice. Lynn has taught in various fitness & private tennis clubs, corporate and home environments. She has helped people cope with recovery from illness & surgery, accident injuries & age-related physical restrictions.October 12, 2010 to November 16, 20107:00P.M. - 8:30P.M.Medical Qigongwith J. Carlos Praniauskas CTS, MQPQigong is the skillful practice of absorbing, circulating and applying life force energy. Qigong has a history of nearly 3,000 years. Traditional Chinese Medicine states that yuanqi (vital energy) is the root of all life and health depends on the degree of rise and fall of this vital energy. The maintenance process of the body's normal life activities is the result of the yin and yang balance. Any imbalance of the yin and yang may result in illness. Qigong cultivates and strengthens a person's vital energy. It helps retain the balance of yin and yang, clear and activate the channels, regulate Qi and blood, preventing diseases and keeping the body in good health. With regular Qigong practice you will experience: increase energy, reduced stress, clearer mind, balance emotions, rebalanced life force energy. J. Carlos Praniauskas is a Certified Shiatsu Therapist and Medical Qigong Practitioner. Carlos has studied Qigong under Dr. Zaiwen Shen from 1987 to 1990, and later with Master Wu. He also studied Qigong at the Acupuncture and Integrated Medical College in Berkeley, California where he received his certification as a Medical Qigong Practitioner in 2006. Carlos has been practicing Shiatsu since 1988. He became Shiatsu Instructor at the Shiatsu School of Canada in 1990 and 3 years later Clinic Supervisor, director of the Shiatsu Program from 2003 to 2008. At the present time he is the president of the Shiatsu Therapy Association of Ontario WHEN: Tuesday nights Starting October 12, 2010 To November 16, 2010 WHERE: Xiaolan Health Centre 88 Prince Arthur Avenue COST: $160.00/6 sessions Please call 416-538-8262 to register. |