Yoga Classes and Workshops
Chester Harbour, Nova Scotia

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Leigh has travelled twice to India to study yoga at the Iyengar Institute (RIMYI) in Pune, most recently for the first two months of 2005.  She has studied directly with the Iyengars on several occasions.

Read more about BKS Iyengar Yoga.

Iyengar Method Yoga: Based on the teaching of BKS Iyengar of India and the astanga yoga of Patanjali. These classes are lessons in the study of yoga, focusing on form and alignment to improve flexibility and strength to support health and equanimity. Contrary to popular notion, flexibility is not a requirement to practice yoga but may be a consequence!

Foundational: For the absolute beginner new to yoga. This class will teach you the fundamentals of yoga poses and prepare you for level I/II. This is yoga for everybody. All welcome.

Level I/II: For the experienced beginner and those new to the Iyengar method of yoga. Having studied the fundamentals this class will provide you with a moderate-paced weekly yoga session.

Level II/III: For the experienced student. In this class we will practice longer holdings and more advanced inversions. You will be expected to have a home practice and develop familiarity with the Sanskrit names of asana (poses).

Restorative Yoga: Antaratma sadhana (inner atman) is the deepest level of practice. By working with the breath in supported asana the student moves further inward towards the atman and equanimity. Resting poses, which utilise props, are said to decrease stress and boost immune function. Deeply relaxing.

Youth Yoga: Suitable for 13 to 18. A great way to loosen up and develop strength, stamina and co-ordination. Join with a group of friends. Get agile and stealthy!

Yoga for Healthy Aging: This class is a wonderful way to stretch and strengthen with a group of your peers. We will make use of chairs and other props to assist in making the yoga poses more approachable. Open to all. Those with chronic injury and health conditions are welcome with physician clearance.

Healthy Aging slideshow

Available soon: "Yoga for Healthy Aging" DVD - join the mailing list.

RATES:

Drop-in: $16
Students: $12 (with student card)
Low-income seniors: sliding scale $5 to $10

8 week session: $96 / 1.5 hr class
8 week level II/III: $112 / 2 hr class
8 week youth yoga: $80 / 1 hr class
8 week Healthy Aging: $80 / 1 hr class

Open Studio: Self-directed practice time (no teacher), registered and member students only: $5 drop-in

Monthly member pass: $120
Up to 3 weekly classes plus open studio time.

8 class card (valid for 3 mths): $112

All fees subject to change

Limited work exchange available, please inquire.

Mats and other props are provided. Wear shorts, tights and bare feet. Do not eat less than 2 hours before your class. Arrive early for your class!

CHESTER

CLASS SCHEDULE:
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July through August  Schedule
71 Duke St., Chester NS

MONDAYS:
9 to 10:30 am: Level I
4 to 5:15 pm: Restorative Yoga

WEDNESDAYS:
5:30 to 7 pm: Foundational/Level I

THURSDAYS:
6:30 to 8 pm: Level I
Co-taught by Leigh & John

SUNDAYS:
10 to 12 noon: Level II/III

SADHANA SUNDAY’S – 3rd or 4th Sunday of the month
Lectures, workshops, satsang, movies. Check schedule for specifics
By donation ($5 minimum recommended) unless otherwise specified.
Money is reserved to support outreach and in-house special initiatives.

ANATOMY AND YOGASANA For YOGA TEACHERS And MASSAGE THERAPISTS I & II

Register: To register, contact Leigh

• Explore the anatomy, anatomical terms and landmarks for major bones, joints and muscles.
• Identify common observable problems that you would see in class.
• Make corrections using adjustments in yoga poses.
• RYT; ABMP; CMTO; CMTBC, MTANS recognizes this course for CEU's
• Can-Fit-Pro CEC Approved

Here is what some of the participants have said about this workshop:

"[This workshop] fully integrated the intellectual understanding with the physical one. This was thorough, indepthful, precise, useful" Regina W. yoga teacher

"Gave me some added knowledge about homecare and exercises for all ages and ability" Franz S. RMT

"I feel like I can better answer my clients questions and I have reached a deeper level in my own yoga practice" Leanne R. RMT

ANATOMY AND YOGASANA I:
Study the body through yoga from the foundation up

Annamaya Kosa, Study the outer most layers of what we consider self through pratyaksa (direct experience). Identify landmarks for major bones, joints and muscles and learn about relevant anatomical terms like prime movers, synergists and antagonists, to help identify common imbalance you would see in a student or client while in a yogasana.

Chester Nova Scotia, Canada
October 17th, 18th & 19th 2008 Download Brochure

1. Lower body, Foundation poses - 3 hrs
2. Pelvic girdle & Hip Openers - 3 hrs
3. Supple spine, Backbends & twists -3hrs
4. Shoulder girdle & Inversions - 3 hrs
Total: 12 hours
  • 6 CMTO & MTANS Credits
  • 12 CMTBC Credits
  • ABMP Credits
  • RYT Credits

Workshop Dates and Locations:

Maui, Paia: January 22nd, 23rd, 24th 2009. $225 - 30 day advance registration, $250 thereafter. Brochure...

Cuba, Havana: March 21, 22, 23, 24th 2008, $270 - 30 day advance registration $300, thereafter. Includes class with Iyengar yoga instructor Eduardo and dance lesson with a Cuban dance instructor. This workshop is an exchange mission to bring yoga study and support to a dedicated group of Cuban teachers and for us to learn from Cuban culture. Class instruction will be interpreted into Spanish making the pace a little different. Effort is being made to arrange for a lecture or tour of a Cuban medical facility. By participating, not only will you earn CEC's (if applicable) but you will also be contributing to the development of yoga education and teacher training in Havana, Cuba. Brochure...

Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy: June 14th, 15th 2008. $250CND or $225 before May 1st, 2008 Brochure...

ANATOMY AND YOGASANA II Anatomy of the Breath

For Yoga teachers and Massage Therapists who have taken the first workshop.
Or for those who are both Yoga teachers and Massage therapists.
Yoga experience necessary.

In this more advanced and subtle workshop you will study:
1. The anatomy of the breath: from both eastern and western approaches and applications to Pranayama - 3 hrs.
2. The Pelvic Core: Study the anatomy that makes up the pelvic core and yoga asana as well as yoga actions that improve the integrity of this area - 3 hrs.
3. Seeing the student: Observing what is occurring in a pose in more depth and making adjustments - 3 hrs.
4. Case Study: Required for those wanting credit and optional for other participants. You will apply what you have learned in a case study with a client, either yoga or massage therapy, and write a paper on your experience; what you observed, what you learned - 3 hrs.
Total: 9 hours plus optional 3 hour case study (12 hours).
  • 6 MTANS Credits
  • 12 CMTBC Credits
  • ABMP Credits
  • RYT Credits

Location and Dates:

Maui, Lahaina: February 1st, 2nd, 2008. Brochure...
For those wanting certificate of attendance for credit; 12 hours (with case study) $225 - 30 day advance registration, $250 thereafter. For all others $180 - no certificate will be given.

Take Both: Anatomy and Yogasana I & II.
Make a Hawaiian holiday out of your learning experience. Take both workshops offered two weekends apart for $400 - 30 day advance registration and $450 thereafter.

*Pre-registration is up to four weeks prior to the scheduled workshop date.

Recommended reading: The Key Muscles of Hatha Yoga by Ray Long, MD.

SHORT WORKSHOP INFORMATION:

• Cost: $35 (unless otherwise stated).
• Most workshops run from 9:30am - 12:30pm.
• Advance registration required for ALL workshops by phone: 902-273-YOGA or email.
• Mail payment to: Leigh Milne, 71 Duke St. Chester, NS B0J 1J0 Canada.
• All workshops have a theoretical as well as practical component.
• Locations vary, please see individual workshops.

Leigh Milne is an IDEAfit Advanced Personal Fitness Trainer, Registered Massage Therapist and Registered Yoga Teacher. With this background, Leigh enjoys leading yoga workshops that specialize in sports and rehabilitation, where she can utilize her skills to the student's benefit.