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Classes and Teachers
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Robin Massey gains self empowerment by helping to support and encourage woman in celebrating their unique femininity through yoga, ceremony, dance and internal awareness.
About the Class: Hatha Yoga provides the means for anyone of any age to develop balance, coordination, and a sense of centeredness. Robin provides various blends of gentle stretches, strengthening postures and stamina building flows followed by a relaxing guided meditation. Beginners always welcome. |
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Tessa Hamelin My basic background is by September I will be teaching for about two years and practicing for 6 years. I did my yoga teacher training in Thailand and am a certified chakra yoga teacher, and reiki practitioner. My present and previous training has been with yoga therapist, michelle anderson, which leads me to pay a lot of attention to the individual needs of different bodies.
My focus in class is on the breath, alignment, and finding everyones edge, no matter what level the students are at. I encourage everyone to work at their own pace and become aware of their body and breath, but most importantly to enjoy the process. |
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Pan is a Shiatsu therapist and registered acupressurist who has been studying Yoga for the last 7 years. He is thrilled to be able to incorporate his gymnastics background and therapeutic touch into the Yoga he studies and teaches with Nicola.
Together they teach couples and individuals the importance of intension in touch and the true meaning of Yoga = Union. Pan and Nicola's most recent studies have taken them to a most exciting and challenging new dynamic in practicing and teaching partner and Acrobatic Yoga classes. |
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Victoria Mihalyi is the founder and artistic director of Flying Dreams Aerial Arts Productions located on Salt Spring Island, B.C. Trained in classical ballet, jazz, martial arts, and aerial acrobatics, Victoria is a versatile performer, choreographer, and coach. Credits include classic television shows such as Pig & Whistle and the Bobby Vinton Show, and her appearances at Canadian theatres, cabarets, festivals, industrial, corporate, and gala events has spanned the decades.
She currently writes, produces, and choreographs full-length contemporary aerial circus productions, and continues to perform both in her home venue on Salt Spring Island and abroad. Her most recent productions include: A Bedtime Story, HüM, Speakeasy, and The Dharma According to Fifi. |
Aerial silks classes will teach students basic skills such a foot locks, straddles, hip locks, and complex wraps which will later be developed into dynamic tricks. As students build strength in the core and upper body, more and more complex aerial sequences are taught, further developing technical proficiency and building the skills of the aerial artist. At intermediate levels, elements of dance and theatrical performance are incorporated into the work to allow artists to begin to develop their own original interpretations of linked sequences and to encourage the development of the unique artistic vision each performer brings to the apparatus.
Leela Heyward
Want to run away and join the circus? Join Leela Heyward in an all ages two hour beginner workshop to learn the art of poi. Poi is a form of object manipulation and literally means ball and sting. Leela participated with Ignited Passion for several performances, worked for the Crimson Coast Dance Society, and is now a member of the newly formed VestaFire.
Caju
Capoeira is a Brazilian Martial Art which incorporates dance, acrobatic moves, music and self-defense. A great workout, a dance, a game and lots of fun! Professor Caju started teaching capoeira in 1996 as part of a municipal initiative in the Brazilian city of Sorocaba with the goal to provide physical activity to homeless kids. He lived in the United Kingdom and Germany for three years where he offered workshops for the local communities and had a permanent class in the German University. He has been living in Victoria, BC for about four years where he teaches capoeira at the George Jay Elementary School, and is a part of a project from Canada Health at the Tsawout First Nation in Sidney, BC.
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Description of Classes
Restorative Yoga
Gentle stretches geared towards restoring mobility and proper circulation, balance and strength in a nurturing atmosphere. Perfect for beginners, seniors, and anyone recovering from illness, including arthritis.
Gentle Beginners
This gentle morning class focuses on correct alignment, includes breathing and relaxation exercises. For all levels of fitness and flexibility.
Gentle All Level
A bit more challenge in the evening, but still suitable for all levels. Even for advanced students it may be beneficial to take time to deepen your practice with a slower paced Yoga class
Dynamic Flow
For those who like the challenge of a more vigorous workout. A knowledge of basic yoga poses and reasonable fitness level recommended. Be prepared to sweat a bit!
Partner/Contact Yoga with Nicola and Pan
An all levels class grounded on traditional yoga postures, Contact Yoga explores in a fun and playful way that mysterious and dynamic edge where people connect - physically, emotionally, and spiritually. It's in our relationships where we find mirrors to reflect our beauty, our fears, our boundaries and challenges. Take Yoga to a higher level! No previous experience necessary, only the courage to try something new and different! Come with any partner – family, friends, life partner or by yourself.
Back Care and Injury Prevention
A class tailored to the prevention and restoration of workplace/sports injuries as well as repetitive strain injuries. Targeted to all fitness and flexibility levels.
Youth Acro Yoga with Nicola
For Teens 11 and up. After a warm up with Sun Salutes and Classic Poses we’ll explore partner poses and Yoga stretches woven into basic Acrobatics. Reasonable fitness level recommended.
Pranayama – Breathing Techniques Meditation and Relaxation techniques
With the control of breath we control prana – the life force – for more energy, revitalizing, relaxing and to promote healing. |
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