"Yoga class has benefit me very well; [I have] fewer back problems. I like the relaxing atmosphere and that you do your own thing. You don't have to be the best or perfect. Every time it's great and I get a message from [the Instructor]. I try to breathe well in nervous situations and take life easier during stress." ~Henny V.

Yoga is an ancient practice designed to cultivate physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. “ Yoga ” involves physical postures, breathing exercises, yoga philosophy, and meditation/concentration activities. There are many different paths of yoga. Each of us has individual needs and goals. At Welkin Wellness Centre, you are encouraged to experience yoga in your own way while practicing with the support of a community.

"[Yoga class has brought me] better sleep, better ability to concentrate, and learning how to quiet my thoughts when things get busy. Things I liked best were the open attitude toward beginners and the different space for various knowledge levels. I feel as thought I am at a time of acceptance with myself and yoga is helpme me to enjoy this and enrich my personal time without guilt."

The Sanskrit word yoga means “union” or “yoking”. Its many components serve the purpose of uniting our bodies with our minds and spirits. We yoke our personalities to our thoughts and true selves. The postures, breathing exercises, and meditations of yoga were designed over 4000 years ago in India and are still useful today as a system of creating balance and wholeness in our lives. Yoga practices detoxify the body, helping to heal disease and prevent future illness. Improved physical health improves concentration and memory while soothing emotions. Yoga teaches you how to relax and focus on the goodness of life as each precious moment passes. Yoga is a path to unity and joy.

"Yoga has changed my life and outlook on life. I am able to stop and look at a situation differently, having different reactions and therefore benefitting myself and well-being."

Please contact yoga@welkin.ca for more information.