Yoga Nidra
I humbly offer you this 25 minute yoga nidra experience.
What is Yoga Nidra?
Yoga Nidra (“yogic sleep”) is a state between sleep and consciousness.
During the practice of Yoga Nidra, we are able to reprogram subconscious and unconscious patterns and core beliefs.
By repeating a sankalpa / intention during deep relaxation, we align our conscious beliefs and desires with our waking impulses and behaviors.
Benefits of Yoga Nidra
- strengthens the immune system
- helps in managing chronic pain, anxiety & tension
- reduces symptoms of PTSD
- promotes overall relaxation & mindfulness
- restores and balances the nervous system
- improves the quality of sleep
- enhances healing on all levels
- stimulates creativity
Guidelines (please read before playing the recording)
Practice in a place where you will not be disturbed
Turn off your phone. Be warm enough and comfortably dressed. If you are practicing before bedtime, consider doing your bedtime ritual before beginning this practice so you can get right into bed afterwards.
Though it can be practiced while seated, I find it most relaxing while reclined.
Have props ready before beginning the practice
Place a bolster, pillow or rolled up blanket under the knees to support your low back.
Cover yourself in a blanket to keep warm.
Place an eye pillow or scarf over the eyes to direct the focus inward, thus enhancing relaxation.
Creating your SANKALPA Consider formulating your sankalpa BEFORE beginning the recording. You could write it down, so as to continue using it ongoingly.
Aligning our daily activities with our sankalpa brings direction, focus and awakens a feeling of purposeful living. Success is fortified by staying with the same sankalpa from practice to practice until it becomes a reality for you!
Your sankalpa is stated simply and clearly, in a positive, forward-directed statement.
Repeat this whole-heartedly, AS THOUGH IT IS ALREADY HAPPENING.
Your sankalpa penetrates the subconscious mind where it will then take effect.
Examples: “I am trusting”
“I have abundance”
“I welcome health and wellness”
“I embrace all of who I am”
“My body is strong, resilient and comfortable”
Please Click > THIS LINK to begin your Yoga Nidra Experience!!
Relax and Enjoy!
With peace-filled blessings,
eileen ♥
Thai Yoga Massage
What is Thai Yoga Massage?
Thai Yoga Massage is an ancient healing art, rooted in Yoga and Ayurvedic medicine.
It is regarded as a spiritual practice, a way to cultivate Metta (the pali word for loving kindness).
What can I expect?
Thai Yoga Massage is performed on a special mat on the floor; with the client dressed in comfortable clothing. Each session is customized and tailored to meet your specific needs, ranging from a slow, relaxing massage for deep relaxation to a dynamic, energizing massage.
During each session, Eileen guides your body into yoga-like postures while using her thumbs, hands, elbows, arms, knees and feet along the body’s energy (sen) lines and pressure points, thus blending yoga postures with acupressure and reflexology. With your permission, Eileen uses therapeutic essential oils both topically and infused into her treatment room. Reiki is also incorporated into each session.
What are the benefits of Thai Yoga Massage?
Thai Yoga Massage is a comprehensive, whole-person treatment that frees the flow of vital energy by helping to release blockages in the body.
Muscular tension is relieved, circulation improved, immune system is boosted and body is energetically balanced.
Muscles are stretched, inner organs toned and emotional & nervous tension is reduced.
Posture, breathing and flexibility are supported, as well as a greater sense of well-being, along with a wide range of emotional benefits!
A deep sense of peace and a profound sense of well-being can be experienced during and after a treatment.
How do I Prepare for a Thai Yoga Massage?
Please dress comfortably, in layers, for movement. Belts, buckles and restrictive clothing are not recommended.
Let your belly be not too full and not too empty. Best not to eat a large meal for 2 hours before the session.
No Scent Policy
We are pleased to offer a chemical free space!
To respect the needs of those that are sensitive to chemicals, PLEASE do not wear perfume, cologne, scented face creams or scented body/hair care products, OR wear clothing containing chemicals such as: dryer sheets, perfumed laundry soap, chemically-scented deodorant, mothballs, etc.
If unsure, please hang out clothes in fresh air for a day!
Please Contact Me to Book Your Session
I offer one and one-half hour and two hour sessions.
Urban Poling & Yoga
10:00 – 11:15 am
*WEATHER POSTPONEMENT POLICY
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Enhance your cardiovascular fitness, balance, strength and flexibility.
This 75 minute class provides a total-body fitness experience while enjoying the beautiful Arboretum! We alternate periods of walking with balance, strength & flexibility movements.
*prerequisite: must be able to walk briskly for 30 min nonstop*.
Missed classes cannot be credited or transferred.
cash, cheque OR *e-transfer payment to: eileen@eileensyoga.com
is your confirmation of registering for class. * NO PASSWORD NEEDED. I HAVE AUTO-DEPOSIT
Once the term has begun there are no refunds for classes missed. IF CLASS IS POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER CONDITIONS, YOU WILL BE CREDITED. |
MEETING PLACE
Fletcher Wildlife Parking Lot
PREPARING FOR CLASS
It is important that we begin class on time. Please arrive with poles at proper height.
Check height of poles EACH TIME you go out walking as temperature / humidity changes can loosen them.
Please come to class scent-free.
WHAT TO WEAR/BRING TO CLASS
- Urban Walking Poles, set to appropriate height (arms at 90 degree angle when standing up tall and shoulders relaxed)
- Eye protection, if desired
- Sunscreen, sunhat or visor, if desired
- Water to drink during or after class
- Optional: light snack, tissues
HOW TO DRESS {for cooler weather}
- Base layer: A snug-fitting merino wool, silk or synthetic fabric will help to wick perspiration away from your body. Avoid wearing cotton as this absorbs perspiration.
- Mid layer: thermal, light weight fleece, sweater or ski vest that is warm, insulating, comfortable. The layer that would keep you warm if you took your outer jacket off .
- Outer layer: warm, windproof & water-repellent.
ACCESSORIES: {for winter classes}
- Hat: Preserves 50% of your body heat!!!
- Mittens: are usually warmer than gloves. If you’re prone to cold hands, putting ‘Hot shots’ or similar items inside your mittens to keep your hands warm in very cold weather.
- Gators: to protect snow from entering boots and helps to keep the lower leg dry.
Good facts to know:
www.urbanpoling.com/faq/
WEATHER POSTPONEMENT POLICY
In case of hazardous weather conditions i.e., WINTER: blizzard, freezing rain OR wind-chill > -26C SUMMER: humidex > 32C
Please check your email at least 1 hour before class start time for any cancellation notices or change of class start location!
Please phone me on cellphone day of class if unsure 613 858 8177
One-on-One Private Urban Poling / Snowshoeing Sessions
Tailored to meet your specific needs and goals.
Please Contact Me to Book Your Session
What is Urban Poling? (also known as Nordic Pole Walking)
Urban Poling/Nordic Pole Walking uses special poles designed to engage the muscles of your core, upper body and legs providing a total body workout. It is a wonderful activity for people of all ages and abilities, including those recovering from injury, chronic conditions, during the pre and post-natal period and for people who want to get into great shape while enjoying the outdoors!
Please see www.urbanpoling.com for more information or to purchase poles.
What are the Benefits of Urban Poling!
- Provides a full body workout (involving 90% of your body’s muscles!)
- Activates and tones your core muscles
- Maintains whole-body bone density
- Reduces joint stress (especially in the knees, feet and hips)
- Increases your heart rate and caloric expenditure (the perceived exertion is similar to that of normal walking, but you burn 30% more calories!)
- Improves overall physical fitness
- Improves your posture, balance and co-ordination
- Increases the range of motion in your shoulders and hips
- Improves lymph system function
- Increases upper body muscle usage (by 95% compared to walking without poles!)
*Reference: Sarah Weller, Kinesiologist (BCAK), Certified Exercise Physiologist (CSEP), Certified Cancer Exercise Specialist
Please watch this video for a brief preview:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1-fuF1pUaws
Reiki
What is Reiki?
Reiki is a non-invasive therapeutic practice, which involves laying on of hands. It is a simple & natural healing method, which promotes a holistic view of the person: it seeks to harmonize and balance the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual aspects of our being.
Traditional Reiki was introduced by Mikao Usui, who lived in Japan in the mid 1800’s. Reiki is translated from Japanese to mean Universal (Rei) Life Energy (Ki).
What are the benefits of Reiki?
Reiki supplies and enhances Ki, has a relaxing & calming effect and supports the natural, self-healing processes of the recipient. It can be used safely in any condition of health and accelerates the bodies self-healing abilities.
Reiki supports the immune system; supports in recovery from drug and radiation therapy for cancer; increases vitality; supports spiritual growth; enhances emotional clearing & balancing.
Reiki is grounded in the understanding that unconditional love and awareness are essential components in maintaining our state of well-being.
How do I prepare for a Reiki session?
Dress comfortably in non-restrictive clothing. The recipient is resting on a massage table, fully clothed… and often goes into a deep relaxation or falls asleep during the session. With your permission, Eileen uses therapeutic essential oils both topically and infused into her treatment room, which is either silent or has gentle music in the background.
No Scent Policy
We are pleased to offer a chemical free space !
To respect the needs of those that are sensitive to chemicals, PLEASE do not wear perfume, cologne, scented face creams or scented body/hair care products, OR wear clothing containing chemicals such as: dryer sheets, perfumed laundry soap, chemically-scented deodorant, mothballs, etc.
If unsure, please hang out clothes in fresh air for a day!
Please Contact Me to Book Your Session
I offer one hour or one & one-half hour sessions.
