Calendar of Events
C = Calgary Event E = Edmonton Event RD = Red Deer Event
** = YAA Senior Teachers
YOGA ASSOCIATION OF ALBERTA EVENTS IN GREEN TEXT E-Mail: yogaab@telusplanet.net
2019
Sep-Dec E Life Anatomy – It’s FUNctional w/ Sherry Ogg. For yoga teachers & students. Online $49 or correspondence $75 anytime. Classroom dates TBA: https://workercise.com/therapists.asp, info@micromoves.com See Autumn 2019 issue for details.
Oct YAA YAA Teacher Training Program w/ YAA Senior Teachers. Start anytime. Pay-as-you go. See yoga.ca for information.
Oct 3,10,17,24 E 21 Days to a Better Sleep w/ Glenda Sartore**. 5:30-7pm. $150. Yoga for Today 780-416-4211; info@yogafortoday.ca or yogafortoday.ca.
Oct 4-6 YAA E Fall Teaching Skills Workshop. Fri 7-9pm; Sat 9am-5pm; Sun 9am-3pm. $200. Classical Yoga Centre 11906-129 Ave. Mary LeBlanc** YAA 780-427-8776. Ad p. 25.
Oct 4-5 E Hormone Yoga Therapy w/ Corinne McNally. $179. Yoga Within 9014-75 St. 780-450-9642. yogawithin.ca.
Oct 4-6 Fr. Joe Pereira Kripa Foundation Iyengar Yoga Training. Intense and rewarding practice based on the early teachings of BKS Iyengar as shared with Fr. Joe over a lifetime. Fri 6-9pm, Sat/Sun 1:30-5pm. $165+GST. The Yoga Studio of Calgary, Crowchild. 403-265-6295. See Autumn 2019 issue for details.
Oct 5 E Breath Awareness w/ Julie Jeong**. 10-11:30am. $20. 780-416-4211; info@yogafortoday.ca; yogafortoday.ca.
Oct 5 E Happy Feet w/ Jill Gaumont. Time & price TBD. Yoga for Today 780-416-4211; info@yogafortoday.ca or yogafortoday.ca.
Oct 5/6 RD Ayurvedic Yoga w/ Paula Carnegie Fehr**, Sat 8am-6pm; Sun 1-5pm. $100/$130 at the door. Yoga YARD (Red Deer) 403-550-9240; info@reddeeryoga.ca.
Oct 6 E Yin Yoga Workshop. Bringing Yin Yoga into your practice. All levels. $60. 2-4:30pm. Shala Ashtanga Yoga Centre. 10018-105 Street. 780-760-9642.
Oct 6-Jul 5 E 30 Hour Hatha Yoga Training 2019-2020 w/ Gerda Krebs** 10 week training: (2019: Nov 10, Dec 14, 2020: Jan 4, Feb 1, Mar 1, Apr 4, May 10, Jun 12, July 5). 12:30-3:30pm. $495. Yoga for Today 780-416-4211; info@yogafortoday.ca; yogafortoday.ca. See Autumn 2019 issue for details.
Oct 9 YAA E Satsang Gathering with an iRest Flavour: Meditation, Talk, Practice, Q&A. 7-9:30pm. Providence Renewal Centre, 3005-119 St. Please join us. Sugg. don. $20. Anita 780-432-7152. See Autumn 2019 issue for details.
Oct 10-16 YAA E Richard Miller** (USA)/Kirsten Guest – The Heart of Meditation: The transformative Power of Essential Nature. A live-in retreat. Providence Renewal Centre. Thu 5 pm-Wed 1 pm. Anita 780-432-7152. Ad p. 2.
Oct 11 E Yin/Yang Yoga for Balance & Gratitude w/ Aly Daly. 7-9pm. $30.Yoga Within 9014-75 St. 780-450-9642. yogawithin.ca.
Oct 11-14 C Prenatal Teacher Training w/ Meagan Synnott & Kirsten Wallace. For those wanting to teach pregnant women and learn an overview of pregnancy, the pregnant body, and asanas and adaptations. Fri 6-9pm, Sat 1:30- 8pm, Sun 1:30-8pm, Mon 9am-4pm. $595+GST The Yoga Studio of Calgary, Crowchild. 403-265-6295.
Oct 12 E Introduction to Pranayama w/ Neeru Prasha. 9:30am-1:30pm @ Empowered collective studio. $80. yogawithneeru.com/events.
Oct 12 E Sensational Side Stretches w/ Tracy Carroll. 10:30am-12pm. $30.Yoga Within 9014-75 St. 780-450-9642. yogawithin.ca.
Oct 12 E Living with Gratitude Meditation w/ Kushok Lobsang. Time & price TBD. Yoga for Today 780-416-4211; info@yogafortoday.ca or yogafortoday.ca.
Oct 12 C Family Yoga – Ages 5-12 w/ Monika Beck. 3:30-4:45pm. $30+GST/2 people, $5 for each additional family memb. The Yoga Studio of Calgary, Crowfoot. 403-239-3344.
Oct 18 E Introduction to Reiki w/ Rebecca Hung. 7-9pm. $30.Yoga Within 9014-75 St. 780-450-9642. yogawithin.ca.
Oct 18 C Philosophy 101 – Techer Training Prerequisite w/ Anne Douglas. Prerequisite for students registering for the Teacher Training Program. It is also open to anyone wishing to have an overall introduction to the meaning, purpose and practice of Classical Yoga. 7-9pm. $45+GST The Yoga Studio of Calgary, Crowchild. 403 265-6295.
Oct 18-20 YAA E Desikachar Lineage Yoga w/ International teacher Rosemary Jeanes Antze. $260 members; $290 non-members. Information. Marcia 780-436-3767, Register YAA 780-427-8776. Ad p.14.
Oct 18-20 E Teacher Training: Teaching Yoga to Children w/ Rita Maltais. Time & price TBD. Yoga for Today 780-416-4211; info@yogafortoday.ca or yogafortoday.ca.
Oct 18-21 C Yin Yoga Teacher Training w/ Debby Sereda. Learn the functional approach to teaching with brilliant anatomical and structural insight that will revolutionize your teaching and practice knowledge. This training is suitable for all levels of teachers and students. Info: 403-283-9747 or yogamaya.ca. See Autumn 2019 issue for details.
Oct 18 C Chakra Yoga & Meditation with Helen Mikuska at Harmony Yoga Pilates Studio, Fri 7:30-9 pm. 809-1402; info@harmonyyogapilatesstudio.ca.
Oct 19 C FREE AUM Chanting with Helen Mikuska at Harmony Yoga Pilates Studio, Sat 12:30-1:30 pm. 809-1402; info@harmonyyogapilatesstudio.ca.
Oct 19 C Restore &Recharge w/ Spring Lambrakos. An early light dinner is suggested. Bring a light healthy snack & drink. Comfortable clothing and any personal yoga items are suggested. Add’l props, mats & blankets available. Space limited to 6 people. 4-8:30pm. $155+GST. The Yoga Studio of Calgary, Crowfoot. 403-239-3344.
Oct 19 E Develop a Home Practice w/ Frema Bram** 9am-12pm $45. Reg: workshops@familyoga.ca, Info: familyoga.ca/workshops/ or 780-465-4668.
Oct 19 C Chair Yoga Workshop w/ Tracy Roberge. Individuals of any age seeking the benefits of yoga but would like the stability and support that a chair provides. Honoring and using the fundamentals of Iyengar Yoga, we include proper alignment and breath work to support total body strength as well as relaxation and a calmer mind. 2-4pm. $65+GST. The Yoga Studio of Calgary. 403-454-8645.
Oct 19-20 C The Feminine Face of Yoga w/ Anne Douglas. Explore the feminine principle that is the heart of the Yogic Teachings. 1:30-5:30pm. $245+GST. The Yoga Studio of Calgary, Crowchild. 403-265-6295.
Oct 20 C Yoga Therapy for Back & Neck Pain w/ Jennifer Stukoff. Designed for people who want to reduce their pain and improve their movement health in their neck, shoulders, hips and back. 1-3pm. The Yoga Studio of Calgary, Oakbay. 403-454-8645.
Oct 23 C FREE Mantra Chanting with Helen Mikuska at Harmony Yoga Pilates Studio, Wed 4:45-5:45 pm. 809-1402; info@harmonyyogapilatesstudio.ca.
Oct 25-27 E Journey through the Chakras w/Leslie McKenzie. Time & price TBD. Yoga for Today 780-416-4211; info@yogafortoday.ca or yogafortoday.ca.
Oct 26 RD Advanced Training w/ Ann Waschuk** & Paula Carnegie Fehr**, YAA TTP Year 1 #2. 9am-4pm. $80/$100 aft. Sep 7. Yoga YARD (Red Deer). 403-550-9240 reddeeryoga.ca info@reddeeryoga.ca. See Autumn 2019 issue for details.
Oct 26 E Yoga for the Lymphatic System w/Dorothy Robinson**. Yoga for Today 780-416-4211; info@yogafortoday.ca or yogafortoday.ca.
Oct 26 E Yoga & Bracelet Making for Your Chakras w/ Alia Wieland. 10-11:30am. $40.Yoga Within 9014-75 St. 780-450-9642. yogawithin.ca.
Oct 26 An Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation w/ Chrissy Lakusta. This afternoon workshop will explore various mindfulness practices, and include discussions to develop tools for bringing you more into the present moment. 1:30-4:30pm. $65+GST. The Yoga Studio of Calgary, Crowchild. 403-265-6295.
Oct 27 Pregnancy Yoga: Labour and Birth Preparation Couples Workshop w/ Meagan Synnott & Kirsten Wallace. 2:15-4:45pm. $75+GST/per couple. The Yoga Studio of Calgary, Crowchild. 403-265-6295.
Oct 27 RD Sanskrit Mantra w/ Ann Waschuk**, 1-4pm. $30/$40 at door. Yoga YARD (Red Deer). 403-550-9240 reddeeryoga.ca info@reddeeryoga.ca. See Autumn 2019 issue for details.
Oct 27 Releasing the Neck & Shoulders w/ Sharoni Fixler. 1:30-3:30pm. $40+GST. Calgary Iyengar Yoga. Reg/Info: calgaryiyengaryoga.com and/or 403-457-4070.
Oct 27 E Past Life Journey w/Anne Belohorec. Time & price TBD. Yoga for Today 780-416-4211; info@yogafortoday.ca or yogafortoday.ca.
Oct 27 C Family Yoga with Helen Mikuska at Harmony Yoga Pilates Studio, Sun 11 am-12 pm. 809-1402; info@harmonyyogapilatesstudio.ca.
Oct 27 C Yoga Workshop for the Shoulders with Helen Mikuska at Harmony Yoga Pilates Studio, Sun 1-3 pm. 809-1402; info@harmonyyogapilatesstudio.ca.
Nov YAA YAA Teacher Training Program w/ YAA Senior Teachers. Start anytime. Pay-as-you go. See yoga.ca for information.
Nov 1 YAA Deadline for Initial Certification and Recertification applications for January approval.
Nov 2 RD Yoga for Menopause & Hormonal Imbalance w/ Helen Morgan. 2-5pm. $50. Yoga YARD (Red Deer). 403-550-9240 reddeeryoga.ca info@reddeeryoga.ca. Ad p. 23.
Nov 2 E Restorative Yoga and Reiki w/ Michelle Anderson and Sherry Charron. Time and price TBD. Yoga for Today 780-416-4211; info@yogafortoday.ca or yogafortoday.ca.
Nov 2 E Living with Joy w/ Kushok Lobsang. Time & price TBD. Yoga for Today 780-416-4211; info@yogafortoday.ca or yogafortoday.ca.
Nov 3 C Myofascial Release w/ Wanita Koelbl. Using focused breath work, functional movement & therapy balls, focus on the muscle- fascia partnership (myofascia), trigger points and the pain-emotion connection. 1:30-4:30pm. $65+GST. The Yoga Studio of Calgary, Crowchild. 403-265-6295.
Nov 3 C Chair Yoga Workshop w/ Spring Lambrakos. For individuals of any age who are seeking the benefits of yoga and would like the stability and support that a chair provides. 3:30-6:30pm. $65+GST The Yoga Studio of Calgary, Crowfoot. 403-239-3344.
Nov 3 E Family Yoga w/ Rebecca Hamilton-Tree. 10:30-11:30am. $20/family of four, $5 each extra person. Yoga Within 9014-75 St. 780-450-9642. yogawithin.ca.
Nov 6 E Teaching Yoga: Summoning the Authentic Teacher w/ Marla Ericksen. 5:30-8:30pm. $50. Yoga for Today 780-416-4211; info@yogafortoday.ca or yogafortoday.ca.
Nov 7-8 E Yin Yoga Teacher Training w/ Marla Ericksen. 9-5pm. $375/$350 before Sep 15. 780-416-4211; info@yogafortoday.ca or yogafortoday.ca. See Autumn 2019 issue for details.
Nov 8 E Yoga & Body Rolling w/ Anita Sielecki**. 6:30-9:30pm. $30.Yoga Within 9014-75 St. 780-450-9642. yogawithin.ca.
Nov 8-10 C Fall Practice Intensive: All Levels w/ Sharoni Fixler. Calgary Iyengar Yoga. $264+gst. Reg/Info: calgaryiyengaryoga.com and/or 403-457-4070.
Nov 8-10 C Pain Care Management and Yoga Workshop w/ Neil Pearson. This training provides in-depth integration of pain science, innovative pain self-management techniques, yoga philosophy and yoga practices. Fri 9:30am-4:30pm, Sat 1:30pm-7:30pm & Sun 1:30pm-5:30pm. $450+GST. The Yoga Studio of Calgary, Crowchild. 403-265-6295. Ad p. 22.
Nov 9 E Yoga for Back & Sciatica w/ Lisa Workman. 9-11am. $30.Yoga Within 9014-75 St. 780-450-9642. yogawithin.ca.
Nov 9 C Family Yoga – Ages 5-12 w/ Monika Beck. 3:30-4:45pm. $30+GST/2 people, $5 additional family members. The Yoga Studio of Calgary, Crowfoot. 403-239-3344.
Nov 9-10 E Yin and Mediation Retreat: Soulful Self-Soothing w/ Marla Ericksen. Sat 12-7:30pm, Sun 9-3:30pm. $275(early bird $250 prior to Sep 15). Yoga for Today 780-416-4211; info@yogafortoday.ca or yogafortoday.ca. See Autumn 2019 issue for details.
Nov 11 E The Original 5 Tibetans w/Krista Powers. 12:30-2:30pm. $40. Yoga for Today 780-416-4211; info@yogafortoday.ca or yogafortoday.ca.
Nov 15-17 E Prenatal Teacher Training w/ Corinne McNally. 16 hours. Incl. manual. $275. Yoga Within 9014-75 St. 780-450-9642. yogawithin.ca.
Nov 15 C Candlelight Yoga with Helen Mikuska at Harmony Yoga Pilates Studio, Fri 7:30-9 pm. 809-1402; info@harmonyyogapilatesstudio.ca.
Nov 16 C FREE AUM Chanting with Helen Mikuska at Harmony Yoga Pilates Studio, Sat 12:30-1:30 pm. 809-1402; info@harmonyyogapilatesstudio.ca.
Nov 16 YAA E YAA Teacher Training Class #7: Balancing; Asana / Class Planning & Sequencing / Review Nadis; Nadi Sodhana; Melanie Checknita**; 9:30am-3pm. $60. 9231–100 Ave. YAA 780-427-8776. See Autumn 2019 issue for details.
Nov 16 E Chanting and Sound Bath w/ Sparrow Grace. Yoga for Today 780-416-4211; info@yogafortoday.ca or yogafortoday.ca.
Nov 16 E Hand Wrist & Elbow w/ Jill Gaumont. Yoga for Today 780-416-4211; info@yogafortoday.ca or yogafortoday.ca.
Nov 16 Reiki Level II w/ Spring Lambrakos. You will learn how to apply a treatment and how to attend to relationships and habits. 4-8:30pm. $255+GST The Yoga Studio of Calgary, Crowfoot. 403-239-3344.
Nov 16-17 60 Classical Yoga Poses: Teacher Development w/ Trish Robbins. The classical asana syllabus consists of 60 poses. They have stood the test of time as a well-rounded repertoire for yoga teachers. 1:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. Both Days. $140 +GST. The Yoga Studio of Calgary, Crowchild. 403-265-6295
Nov 16-17 Intro to Yoga for Mental Health. Learn principles & practices that help embody essential tenets of mental health. w/ R. Psych Pamela Moskie – Elevated Wellness $300. Reg: pam@pamelamoskie.com. See Autumn 2019 issue for details.
Nov 17 C Living Your Life’s Purpose w/ Lonnie DeSorcy** C-IAYT. Accessible yoga and meditative practices to move forward with our divinely-inspired purpose. All levels. 1-5pm. $50. FCJ Centre. 403-228-4215 or info@fcjcentre.ca or fcjcentre.ca.
Nov 20 C FREE Mantra Chanting with Helen Mikuska at Harmony Yoga Pilates Studio, Wed 4:45-5:45 pm. 809-1402; info@harmonyyogapilatesstudio.ca.
Nov 22 E Tibetan Bowls w/ Tara Green. 7-8:30pm. $25. Yoga Within 9014-75 St. 780-450-9642. yogawithin.ca.
Nov 23-24 C Advance Training for Teacher and Trainees w/ Val Petrich. Come learn the advanced syllabus of 24 achievable poses to take you and your students to the next level. 1:30-5:30pm. $100/$50.00 (Yoga Studio College alumni). The Yoga Studio of Calgary, Crowchild. 403-265-6295.
Nov 23 E Yoga for Diabetes w/ Dorothy Robinson**. Time & Price TBD. Yoga for Today 780-416-4211; info@yogafortoday.ca or yogafortoday.ca.
Nov 23 E The Dynamic Core: Awakening the Power of Your Creative Potential w/Donalee Campbell**. 780-416-4211; info@yogafortoday.ca or yogafortoday.ca.
Nov 23 C Yin Yoga Chakra Meditation w/Debby Sereda. A deep yin yoga practice designed to stimulate and open the chakras, preparing the body for a Chakra Meditation. Essential oils, music & light will be used to deepen your experience and inner awareness. $55+GST. The Yoga Studio, 200 1829 Ranchlands Blvd. NW. Reg: 403-239-3344.
Nov 24 E The Dreaming Journey w/ Anne Belohorec. Time & Price TBD. Yoga for Today 780-416-4211; info@yogafortoday.ca or yogafortoday.ca.
Nov 24 C Family Yoga with Helen Mikuska at Harmony Yoga Pilates Studio, Sun 11 am-12 pm. 809-1402; info@harmonyyogapilatesstudio.ca.
Nov 24 C Yoga for Menopause with with Helen Mikuska at Harmony Yoga Pilates Studio, Sun 1-3 pm. 809-1402; info@harmonyyogapilatesstudio.ca.
Nov29-Dec1 YAA E Deepening our Practice Retreat Series w/ David McAmmond**: Asana, Meditation, Therapeutic & Restorative Practices. Fri 6:30pm-Sun 3:30pm. Providence Renewal Centre. Anita 780-432-7152; sielecki@hotmail.com. See Autumn 2019 issue for details.
Dec YAA YAA Teacher Training Program w/ YAA Senior Teachers. Start anytime. Pay-as-you go. See yoga.ca for information.
Dec 1 E Dark Yoga w/ Glenda Sartore**. 7-8:50am. $35. Yoga for Today 780-416-4211; info@yogafortoday.ca or yogafortoday.ca.
Dec 1 C The Yoga Studio Holiday Market w/ The Yoga Studio Staff. Get into the holiday spirit, mingle with our fabulous teachers and staff, create community and find some unique & heart-felt gifts for family, friends and loved ones. We will also have door prizes & treats! 3pm-6pm. The Yoga Studio of Calgary, Crowchild. 403-265-6295.
Dec 1 C Relax & Renew w/ Tracy Roberge. Come in from the cold and tune into the wisdom of your body, mind, and self. Join certified Yoga Therapist Tracy Roberge as she guides you through a series of fully supported poses, introduces mindfulness with the breath and flow back to a state of relaxation by simply reconnecting. 1:30-4:30pm. The Yoga Studio of Calgary, Oak Bay 403-454-8645.
Dec 7 YAA E YAA Teacher Training Class #8: Standing Twists, Seated Twists; Bhagavad Gita: History & Intro / Karma Yoga; Review of year one pranayama / Students bring a plan to teach one pranayama to beginners; Karen Hamdon**; 9:30am-3pm. $60. 9231–100 Ave. YAA 780-427-8776. See Autumn 2019 issue for details.
Dec 8 C Pregnancy Yoga: Labour and Birth Preparation Couples Workshop w/ Meagan Synnott & Kirsten Wallace. 2:15-4:45pm. $75+GST/couple. The Yoga Studio of Calgary, Crowchild. 403-265-6295.
Dec 13 E Candlelight Yin w/ Corinne McNally& Marcus Fung. 7-9pm. $40. Yoga Within 9014-75 St. 780-450-9642. yogawithin.ca.
Dec 13 C Yoga Nidra Evening with Helen Mikuska at Harmony Yoga Pilates Studio, Fri 7:30-9 pm. 809-1402; info@harmonyyogapilatesstudio.ca.
Dec 14 C Health Knees Yoga Workshop w/ Vanitha Naik. We will cover the anatomical structure of the knee, discuss pain and weakness in the knee, and learn ways to manage and recover from knee pain. 1:30pm-4:30pm. $65+GST. The Yoga Studio of Calgary, Crowchild. 403-265-6295.
Dec 14 E 14 Basics w/ Gerda Krebs**. Yoga for Today 780-416-4211; info@yogafortoday.ca or yogafortoday.ca.
Dec 14 RD Advanced Training w/ Ann Waschuk** & Paula Carnegie Fehr**, YAA TTP Year 1 #3. 9am-4pm. $80/$100 aft. Sep 7. Yoga YARD (Red Deer). 403-550-9240 reddeeryoga.ca info@reddeeryoga.ca. See Autumn 2019 issue for details.
Dec 14 C Family Yoga – Ages 5-12 w/ Monika Beck. 3:30pm-4:45pm. $30+GST/2 people, $5/additional family member. The Yoga Studio of Calgary, Crowfoot. 403-239-3344.
Dec 15 C Winter Stillness: Support & Nourishment w/ Chrissy Lakusta. This brings balance & healing and allows us to move through life with more grace and ease. 1:30-4:30pm. $65+GST. The Yoga Studio of Calgary, Crowchild. 403-265-6295.
Dec 15 RD Sanskrit Mantra w/ Ann Waschuk**. 1-4pm. $30/$40 at door. Yoga YARD (Red Deer). 403-550-9240 reddeeryoga.ca, info@reddeeryoga.ca. See Autumn 2019 issue for details.
Dec 24-Jan 1 C 8 Days of Yoga w/ CIY teachers. Calgary Iyengar Yoga. $200 for all or $30 each. Reg/Info: calgaryiyengaryoga.com and/or 403-457-4070.
Dec 26-31 E Christmas Restore and Renew. 780-416-4211; info@yogafortoday.ca or yogafortoday.ca.
Dec 28 C Relax and Renew Mini Retreat – De-stress During the Holidays w/ Trish Robbins. Unwind and replenish yourself through a series of gentle, deeply effective restorative postures and breathing exercises. 1:30pm-4:30pm. $65+GST. The Yoga Studio of Calgary, Crowchild. 403-265-6295.
Dec 30-Jan 5 E Yoga for Food Week. Time & Price TBD. Yoga for Today 780-416-4211; info@yogafortoday.ca or yogafortoday.ca.
2020
Jan YAA YAA Teacher Training Program w/ YAA Senior Teachers. Start anytime. Pay-as-you go. See yoga.ca for information.
Jan-Dec E Life Anatomy – It’s FUNctional w/ Sherry Ogg. Start courses anytime. For yoga teachers & students. Online $49 or correspondence $75. Classroom dates TBA: https://workercise.com/therapists.asp, info@micromoves.com. See Autumn 2019 issue for details.
Jan 3-10 Yoga Vacation for You w/ Tracy Koluk. Hatha yoga and meditation for beginner and intermediate students. $2328.50 (dbl occp), Akumal Bay Beach and Wellness All-inclusive Resort, Mayan Riviera, Mexico. Info: Yoga for You Inc. 780-826-3388 or yoga-for-you@hotmail.com.
Jan 8-15 Thailand Yoga and Meditation w/ Anne Douglas and Julie Siebt. $1850 (dbl occup). $2050 (sgl occup). Yoga for Today 780-416-4211; info@yogafortoday.ca or yogafortoday.ca. See Autumn 2019 issue for details.
Jan 10-18 Yelapa, Mexico Yoga Retreat w/ Alison Irwin**. Beachside accom, 3 meals daily, yoga 2x daily. $1335 USD. Add $250 USD for singles, $100 USD off with this ad. Airfare not included. Alison 780 993-7443.
Jan 12 C Iyengar Yoga 101: for beginners & beyond w/ Sharoni Fixler. Calgary Iyengar Yoga. 1:30-3:30pm. $40+GST. Reg/Info: calgaryiyengaryoga.com and/or 403-457-4070.
Jan 17-19 E Weekend workshop w/ Marlene Mawhinney. $275 bef. Nov 15/$305 aft. Reg: workshops@familyoga.ca, Info: familyoga.ca/workshops/ or 780-465-4668.
Jan 18 E Sustainable Hips w/ Jill Gaumont. Yoga for Today. 780-416-4211; info@yogafortoday.ca; yogafortoday.ca.
Jan 18 YAA E Teacher Training Class #9: Core; Pranayama (Sutras 2.49 – 2.53) / Manipura Chakra / Uddhiyana Bandha / Anatomy of Breath & Core; Vrtti Pranayama; David Wilson**. 9:30am-3pm. 9231–100 Ave. $60. YAA 780-427-8776. See Autumn 2019 issue for details.
Jan24-26 YAA E Deepening our Practice Retreat Series w/ David McAmmond**: Asana, Meditation, Therapeutic & Restorative Practices. Fr 6:30pm-Sun 3:30pm. Providence Renewal Centre. Anita 780-432-7152. See Autumn 2019 issue for details.
Jan 25-26 E Esoteric Anatomy w/ Donalee Campbell**. Yoga for Today 780-416-4211; info@yogafortoday.ca or yogafortoday.ca.
Jan 26 E Guided Imagery w/Anne Belohorec. Time & Price TBD. Yoga for Today 780-416-4211; info@yogafortoday.ca or yogafortoday.ca.
Jan 31-Feb 3 E Pain Care Teacher Training w/Tianne Allen. Time & Price TBD. Yoga for Today 780-416-4211; info@yogafortoday.ca or yogafortoday.ca. See Autumn 2019 issue for details.
Feb YAA YAA Teacher Training Program w/ YAA Senior Teachers. Start anytime. Pay-as-you go. See yoga.ca for information.
Feb 7-9 C Weekend Workshop w/ Ann Kilbertus (Victoria). Iyengar Yoga for Intermediate Students. Fri 6-9pm, Sat 1-5pm & Sun 1-5pm. $288.75. Parkdale United Church. Contact: Cynthia Palahniuk cynthia.yoga@telus.net, 403-229-1951, youryogaclearly.ca.
Feb 7-15 Yelapa, Mexico Yoga Retreat w/ Alison Irwin**. Beachside accom, 3 meals daily, yoga 2x daily. $1335 USD. Add $250 USD for single. $100 USD off with this ad. Airfare not included. Alison Irwin 780 993-7443.
Feb 14-17 C Yin Yoga Teacher Training w/Debby Sereda. Learn the functional approach to teaching with brilliant anatomical and structural insight that will revolutionize your teaching and practice knowledge. This training is suitable for all levels of teachers and students. Info: 403-283-9747 or yogamaya.ca. See Autumn 2019 issue for details.
Feb 14 C Evening Partner Yoga w/ Sharoni Fixler. Calgary Iyengar Yoga. $25+GST. calgaryiyengaryoga.com and/or 403-457-4070.
Feb 14 E Yin Yoga & Yoga Nidra for Self-Love w/ Aly Daly. 7-9pm. $30. Yoga Within 9014-75 St. 780-450-9642. yogawithin.ca.
Feb 15 E Yoga for Neck & Shoulders w/ Lisa Workman. 9-11am. $30.Yoga Within 9014-75 St. 780-450-9642. yogawithin.ca.
Feb 15 YAA E Teacher Training Class #10: Backbends; Pratyahara (Sutras 2.54-2.55) Emotions & Body, Breath, Mind / Bhakti Yoga / Anahata Chakra / Thoracic Spine & Shoulder Anatomy; Surya Bheda/ Chandra Bheda; Judi Mirus**. 9:30am-3pm. 9231–100 Ave. $60. YAA 780-427-8776. See Autumn 2019 issue for details.
Feb28-Mar1 YAA E YAA Deepening our Practice Retreat Series w/ David McAmmond**: Asana, Meditation, Therapeutic & Restorative Practices. Fr 6:30pm-Sun 3:30pm. Providence Renewal Centre. Anita 780-432-7152. See Autumn 2019 issue for details.
Mar YAA Teacher Training Program w/ YAA Senior Teachers. Start anytime. Pay-as-you go. See yoga.ca for information.
Mar 1 YAA Deadline for Initial Certification and Recertification applications for May approval.
Mar 1-7 Puerto Vallarta Retreat: Restoration, Recuperation & Foundations w/ Ty Chandler & Sharoni Fixler. Calgary Iyengar Yoga. $1650 USD. Reg/Info: calgaryiyengaryoga.com and/or 403-457-4070.
Mar 7-14 Puerto Vallarta Retreat: Level 1-2 w/ Ty Chandler & Sharoni Fixler. Calgary Iyengar Yoga. $1650 USD. Reg/Info: calgaryiyengaryoga.com and/or 403-457-4070.
Mar 14-21 Puerto Vallarta Retreat: Level 2,3,4 w/ Ty Chandler & Sharoni Fixler. Calgary Iyengar Yoga. $1650 USD. Reg/Info: calgaryiyengaryoga.com and/or 403-457-4070.
Mar 20-22 YAA E Spring Teaching Skills Workshop: Beth McCann**. Fri 7-9pm; Sat 9am-5pm; Sun 9am-3pm; Classical Yoga Centre 11906-129 Ave. $225. YAA 780-427-8776. See Autumn 2019 issue for details.
Mar 21-Apr 4 India: Spiritual Yoga Retreat w/ Karen Hamdon** SYT and Lawrence Dombro** SYT. Experience Mystical India & Yoga in the foothills of the Himalayas. Daily Yoga and Meditation/Sacred Sites/Ashram Visits/Teachings with Swamis & more. We stay on the banks of the sacred Ganges and we would love you to join us! Space is limited to 14. consciousyoga.org.
Mar 22 E Guided Imagery w/ Anne Belohorec. Yoga for Today 780-416-4211; info@yogafortoday.ca or yogafortoday.ca.
Apr YAA Teacher Training Program w/ YAA Senior Teachers. Start anytime. Pay-as-you go. See yoga.ca for information.
Apr 4 E Advancing w/ Yoga w/Gerda Krebs**. Yoga for Today 780-416-4211; info@yogafortoday.ca or yogafortoday.ca.
Apr 17-18 E Hormone Yoga Therapy for Women w/Corinne McNally. Yoga for Today 780-416-4211; info@yogafortoday.ca or yogafortoday.ca. See Autumn 2019 issue for details..
Apr 18 YAA E Teacher Training Class #11: Arm Balances; Meditation, Samyama (Sutras Pada 3): Dharana / Dhyana/ Mindfulness / Raja Yoga / Arm & Hand Alignment & Anatomy; Anuloma / Pratiloma; David McAmmond**. 9:30am-3pm. 9231-100 Ave. $60. YAA 780-427-8776. See Autumn 2019 issue for details.
Apr 19 E Guided Imagery w/Anne Belohorec. 780-416-4211. yogafortoday.ca.
Apr 28-May 3 E irest Yoga Nidra Level 1 Training w/ Anne Douglas. 780-416-4211; info@yogafortoday.ca;yogafortoday.ca.
May YAA Teacher Training Program w/ YAA Senior Teachers. Start anytime. Pay-as-you go. See yoga.ca for information.
May 17 E Guided Imagery w/Anne Belohorec. 780-416-4211; yogafortoday.ca.
May 23 YAA E Teacher Training Class #12: Shoulderstand & Related Inversions, Maha Mudra; Mantra & Yantra / Tantra / Visuddha & Ajna Chakras / Jnana Yoga /Jalandhara Bandha (review all Bandhas) / Cervical Spine Anatomy; Viloma / Bhramari; Donalee Campbell**. 9:30am-3pm. 9231–100 Ave. $60. YAA 780-427-8776. Ad p.25.
Jun 5-7 SOYA Celebrates 25 Years – Anniversary Retreat!! Guest Presenters Dr. Lorin Roche, PhD & Camille Maurice. Author of The Radiance Sutras. Incl. Asana practices based on Sutras, Meditation, & Yoga Sutra Jam Session. Fri 2pm-Sun 12pm. $325+GST incl. copy of the book (accom, camping & meals extra). Sorrento Centre, BC. soyayoga.com, 403-805-7902. See Autumn 2019 issue for details.
Jun 6-7 YAA E The Feminine Face of Yoga w/Anne Douglas. Explore the feminine principle that is at the heart of the Yogic teachings. Sat.10am-5:30pm; Sun. 10am-4pm. Riverdale Hall $260 / $290 non-memb. yaa@yoga.ca 780-427-8776. See Autumn 2019 issue for details.
Jun12-14 YAA E Deepening our Practice Retreat Series w/ David McAmmond**: Asana, Meditation, Therapeutic & Restorative Practices. Fr 6:30pm-Sun 3:30pm. Providence Renewal Centre. Anita 780-432-7152. For cost & reg. options see ad p.28.
Jun 20 YAA E Teacher Training Class #13: Supine / Restorative; Samadhi / Samskaras / Sutras (Pada 4) / Relaxation Response; Sitali/Sitkari; Melanie Checknita**. 9:30am-3pm. 9231–100 Ave. $60. YAA 780-427-8776. See Autumn 2019 issue for details.
Jul 1 YAA Deadline for Initial and Recertification applications for September approval.
Jul 3-18 C RYT 200 Hour Yoga Foundation Teacher Training Immersion w/ South Okanagan Yoga Academy. Classical yoga program! $3200+GST (Earlybird save $300). Harmony Yoga Studio, #200, 3160-118 Ave SE. Marion (Mugs)** 403-805-7902, soyayoga.com, info@soyayoga.com. See Autumn 2019 issue for details.
Jul 3-10 or Jul 3-18; July 26-Aug 8 & Aug 16-28 C Refresh your Yoga Teacher Training w/ South Okanagan Yoga Academy. Open to all 200RYT teachers who want to get re-inspired to teach & deepen their skills and knowledge! Come for 8 or 16 days. Half price of SOYA’s teacher training depending on the number of days you attend. Harmony Yoga Studio, #200, 3160-118 Ave SE. Marion (Mugs)** 403-805-7902, soyayoga.com, info@soyayoga.comSee Autumn 2019 issue for details.
Aug 19-23 YAA E Mindfulness Meditation & Gentle Yoga Retreat w/Kavindu (Mexico) & David McAmmond**: Wedn. 3pm-Sun 1pm. Providence Renewal Centre. Anita 780-432-7152; sielecki@hotmail.com.
Sep 26 YAAE Teacher Training Class #14: Headstand & Related Inversions: Bhagavad Gita: Themes / Sahasrara Chakra / Skull Anatomy (review Cervical); Kapalabhati / Bhastrika; Teddy Hyndman**. 9:30am-3pm. 9231–100 Ave. $60. YAA 780-427-8776. See Autumn 2019 issue for details.
Oct 23-25 YAA E Fall Teaching Skills Workshop Workshop: Karen Hamdon**. Fri 7-9pm; Sat 9am-5pm; Sun 9am-3pm; Classical Yoga Centre 11906-129 Ave. $225. YAA 780-427-8776. Ad p.25.
Nov 1 YAA Deadline for Initial Certification and Recertification applications for January approval.
Nov 14 YAA E Teacher Training Class #15: Special Concerns & Limitations; Kumbhaka; Marcia Langenberg**. 9:30am-3pm. 9231–100 Ave. $60. YAA 780-427-8776. See Autumn 2019 issue for details.
Dec 12 YAA E Teacher Training Class #16: Teaching Skills / Hatha Yoga Styles & Lineages; Anita Sielecki**. 9:30am-3pm. 9231–100 Ave. $60. YAA 780-427-8776. See Autumn 2019 issue for details..
YAA WORKSHOP AND CLASSES FEES AND CANCELLATION POLICY:
Registration with full payment to the YAA office is required for all YAA workshops, TTP classes, retreats, etc. Phone registration without payment will be held for 7 calendar days.
Transfer of your registration to another participant is not permitted.
Cancellation fees apply. All refunds are given at the discretion of the YAA. Once payment has been made to the YAA, you may qualify for an 80% refund, if your space can be filled by another registrant. Cancellation due to illness (with a doctor’s note) or due to unforeseen emergency MAY qualify for a refund at the discretion of the YAA.