In partnership with Santropol Roulant and Empower Pictures, Naada Yoga is pleased to be presenting a FREE yoga class along with an outdoor screening of the film Shugendo Now on September 16th. The event will be held at Santropols Jardin au Roulant on McGill Universtity’s campus.

With intimate camera work and a sensual sound design the viewer is taken from deep within the Kumano mountains to the floating worlds of Osaka and Tokyo and back again. Coupled with an outdoor yoga class this is the perfect way to experience this film.

Class begins at 6:30pm and the film starts at 8pm.

Our fall schedule begins September 25th. There are lots of exciting new additions including yoga wall classes in Studio B, more evening classes, and a pay what you can community class. Remember to join us on September 25th for the Grand Opening celebration of the second studio to discover what the yoga wall is all about and celebrate one incredible year spent together.

Get It Ripe, jae steele’s 2008 cookbook, established her as a credible and charismatic authority on veganism; her holistic nutritionist background and sassy cowpunk sensibility encouraged countless others to “get it ripe.” Her new cookbook underscores the importance of local, sustainable eating and living by helping readers deepen their understanding of organic and local foods, and their positive impact on our health and our planet.

The book includes chapters on the concept of local food and why it’s important; finding a balance between various food issues and personal priorities and values; and the benefits of the local food movement that go beyond reducing the carbon footprint on our plates. It also helps readers become more informed about where their food comes from no matter where they live, whether their source is the farmers’ market or the grocery store down the street.

The 180 recipes, which encourage the use of fresh, organic ingredients wherever possible (as well as potential alternatives, depending on where you live), include Strawberry Rhubarb Muffins, Pear Parsnip Soup, Asparagus and Spring Onion Quiche, Mushroom Asparagus Risotto, and Butternut Chipotle Chocolate Cake.

Both thought-provoking and delectable, jae’s new cookbook makes any time the “ripe” time to go vegan.

The early registration for the 500 hr NYTT is now closed. We are now open for enrollment for individual courses and have a limit of 30 students for each. You can find course descriptions here and if you have any questions please call the studio at 514-510-3274.

Did you know your skin is your biggest organ? If one were to pull it off your body, it would weigh about 8lbs! It is also an organ that both absorbs what you put on it, and eliminates waste. So what are you putting on your skin? Toxic chemicals, synthetic fragrances and carcinogens? Or pure, natural and organic ingredients that are fairly traded? We hope the latter, and if you’re looking for creative and inexpensive ways to love the skin you’re in, you’ve come to the right place!

In our ‘Natural Skin’ workshop, we’ll learn how to make a delicious deep cleansing serum that balances both oily and dry skin. We will then whip up a nourishing vanilla velvet lip balm. And finally, an after-sun lotion that can be used as a daily moisturizing milk all year round.

What you bring: All you have to bring are your own empty containers (mini mason jars and empty lip balm containers) so you can take home samples of the goodies we make.

What you pay: $25

What you get: A hands on and interactive experience where you’re invited to touch, feel, smell and mix the products under Geeta’s supervision. Ask all the questions you like! You’ll also get printed recipes, resource lists (for ingredients sourcing), and all raw materials (organic and fairly traded).

The classes will be bilingual.

For the months of July and August Naada Yoga will be switching to a reduced schedule.  Please take note of the upcoming changes and pick up a new schedule next time you are at the studio. Enjoy your summer!  Please be aware that the studio will be CLOSED on July 1st.

See inside every yoga pose! With clear, expert instruction and full-color, detailed anatomical drawings, Yoga Anatomy depicts the most common asanas to provide a deeper understanding of the structures and principles underlying each movement and of yoga itself.

From breathing to standing poses, see how each muscle is used, how slight alterations of a pose can enhance or reduce effectiveness, and how the spine, breathing, and body position are all fundamentally linked.

Author Leslie Kaminoff is a recognized expert and teacher in anatomy, breathing, and bodywork. He is the founder of The Breathing Project, New York City’s premiere yoga studio dedicated to the teaching of individualized, breath-centered yoga practice and therapy.

Inversion Postures with Cindy Ryder

It is all in our perspective- how do we perceive things that happen on the inside and outside of us?  Curious to see life in a different direction- let’s say upside down?  The inverted postures of yoga are some of the most beneficial yet intimidating of the asanas.

Exploring & practicing inversions is a great way to develop balance, strength and confidence, teaching us how to stay calm and connected to our peaceful center amidst chaos. Learn how to practice inversions easily through the use of props, proper alignment, and modifications. You will also learn how to develop core strength to practice being upside down and learn the benefits of inverted poses.

This workshop includes:

Focus on headstand, shoulder stand, forearm stand and handstands. The above challenging postures that will be presented in a fun, safe environment to help overcome internal fear and encourage a new confidence of being upside down.  Each posture will be worked on in stages, using modifications, strengthening exercises, props, partners and breathing techniques to render them accessible for your daily practice.

Please note:

It is recommended students have a regular yoga practice to attend this workshop.
Individuals with any pre-existing neck or shoulder injuries should not attend this workshop.

Price: $35 phone Naada Yoga at 514-510-3274 for reservations

Community Workshop with Author Jae Steele

Join author and nutritionist Jae Steele for this 90 minute workshop on ethical eating and learn how to sustain your healthy relationship with food.

This lecture will cover Jae’s top ethical considerations for planet, animals, self and other humans.  Join in to play a mindful eating game, talk about hunger signals and end your nutritional stress.  To learn more about this event and reserve your place please contact Naada Yoga studio at (514) 510-3274.

Price: $20 workshop only or $40 workshop and copy of Jae’s new book “Ripe from around Here”.