June 1, 2020My Thoughts On Moving To Online Yoga Classes
This will be a time in our lives that we will never forget. After 13 years, Creating Space Yoga Studio temporarily closed its doors on March 15, 2020, due to the Covid-19 global pandemic. At the time of the closure, we were four weeks away from finishing our winter 2020 session. As I announced that we were closing for COVID, I assumed that we would be open again for the start of the spring session, just after Easter. Today is May 31st and we are still not permitted to open our doors. Unfortunately, we have no idea when we will …
May 25, 2020How To Settle Into A Home Practice
Creating and establishing a home practice can be challenging for some students even in the easiest of times. However, a beautiful and liberating aspect of our yoga and meditation practices is that they are completely accessible. Meaning, our practice will meet us where we are, when we are ready and as long as we continue to explore. Sometimes it is not possible to make it to a yoga studio for a class. And lately, we have been confined to our homes as we all practice social distancing. Some of us have found that this distance has forced us to create …
April 17, 2020Enjoy A Movement Break Away From Your Computer
Have you been spending long hours sitting at a desk or hunched over a screen? If so, you have probably noticed that over time your muscles feel stiff, your joints ache and your neck and shoulders become filled with tension. Your body is communicating to you through sensation! It may be time to take a short movement break to break the cycle. There are many ways to incorporate movement into your workday. Simple standing up and walking around in short spurts gets the blood flowing and creates a better balance. A simple yoga practice is another easy addition to your workday. Try …
- January 2, 2020
Are you new to Creating Space Yoga Studio? Here is what you can expect.
Welcome! We appreciate our CSY Community so deeply and we hope that you will find our studio a warm and inviting place to practice. It does not go unnoticed that it takes some bravery to take that first step into a new yoga studio. There are a lot of misconceptions about what a yoga studio and practice should look like and we appreciate that you are taking the time to explore one on your own. Here is what you can expect from us. Our studio is located in South East Oakville on 594 Chartwell Road. We are south of …
- January 2, 2020
Frequently Asked Questions from Beginning Yoga Students
Do I have to be flexible to do yoga? No. This is a very common misconception. Yoga can be learned and practiced by anyone, no matter how inflexible. You may have seen photos or videos of extremely agile people doing yoga, but the majority of people who do yoga classes are not doing these things in class. Yoga is endlessly adaptable and our classes at CSY include people of all ages and physical capabilities. As teachers, we think about the people who are attending our classes and create a yoga class that encompasses some relaxation, body awareness, stretching, strength, and …
- December 11, 2019
Why Do I Love Teaching Pilates?
by Deana Tsiapalis I fell into Pilates about 13 years ago when I was coming off my third maternity leave. It was a course that I was offered and so I decided to jump in headfirst. It was ‘love at first sight’ and not much has changed since that first lesson. I am often asked what it is that I love about Pilates. There are many things that I love about it but I will break it down into three main categories. * Control* Body awareness and self -efficacy* Remedial in nature Control: Initially Pilates called his practice ‘Contrology’ to …
December 11, 2019A Book List To Support Your Practice
We are often asked as teachers what books would we recommend to our students that have helped or inspired us in our own practice and teaching? The answer has changed for many of us through the years, as our own practices and teaching have evolved. When I asked our teachers this same question last month; these are the titles of the books that came to mind. Enjoy exploring. Robyn Suggests… The Breathing Book by Donna Farhi “This book is a long-time classic for many new and experienced yoga teachers. It is my go-to breathing book and I think the information …
September 24, 2019Have You Seen The Changes?
Have you seen the changes at the studio yet? It was a bit of a risk agreeing to move our entrance to the side of the building. Prior to the summer, the north side of the building was dark, dirty and not very pleasant looking for the past 12 years. The only way I would agree to move our CSY entrance, as if there were to be a commitment for extensive landscaping and abundant lighting. I am happy to say, that after closing the studio for 6 weeks this summer; the risk paid off. The new entrance into our studio space is lovely, …
January 31, 2019Do you fall asleep in Shivasana?
I am not surprised when I hear from so many students that their favorite yoga pose is Shivasana. I mean, what is not to love about coming to a full stop and finally resting after a busy day or active practice? Rest is a luxury in our society and many of us are sleep deprived. Which brings me back to the question; do you fall asleep in Shivasana? I would not be surprised if you admitted that sleep is often part of the pose for you. After more than a decade of leading groups through Shivasana, it is obvious when …
- January 22, 2019
What is a Deep Release Therapy Ball class?
I have always held deep tension in my shoulders and neck. It is my my go to place for stress and can be the instigator of headaches and lightheadedness. Though the years my movement and yoga practice has helped me identify the fact that I am tensing and holding and I have even learned to move and free up those spaces with a mindful movement practice. But still, I needed and wanted to be rubbed and massaged. I pleaded with my husband to rub my neck and shoulders, and if there was something good on tv for him …
