$55+hst Standard Rate | $70+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Tarot as a Tool for Self-Reflection is a practical, integrative workshop designed to help you use tarot and oracle cards to deepen your self-awareness. Through simple, step-by-step techniques—like selecting meaningful questions, choosing and interpreting cards, and journaling your insights—you'll gain clarity without any complicated divining. This workshop isn’t about predicting the future; it's about using the cards as a mirror to explore where you are mentally and emotionally.
In addition to working with tarot, the session will incorporate restorative yoga, mindful movement, and meditation to help you ground, relax, and tune into your intuition. These practices will support your connection to both the cards and your own inner wisdom.
By the end of the workshop, you'll have easy-to-use tarot spreads, journaling prompts, and mindfulness tips to integrate into your daily self-reflection practice—helping you better understand yourself through the symbolism and messages of the cards.
* Tarot and oracle decks will be available to borrow during the workshop, but we encourage you to bring your own if you have a favorite.
Register to RSVP and receive email reminders or just show up on the date!
Bring your kids, grandkids, or neighbours and join us for fun, interactive Family Yoga in the Park. We’ll move, play and connect with our breath and with each other. Using animal and nature themes, we’ll explore poses, stretches and mindfulness. Bring your own mats, borrow one of ours, or practice on the grass. Yoga will be followed by a community hangout - BYO picnic and blanket, spend time with other families and enjoy the simple magic of the trees and park.
Every Sunday in July* - Sunday July 6, 13, 20, 27 @ Civic Centre Park
4:30-5:30pm Family Yoga
5:30pm BYO picnic & community hang out
*If we get rained out, the classes/picnics will be rescheduled to:
Sunday Aug 10 & Sunday Aug 17
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Prenatal yoga will leave you feeling strong, relaxed, and more connected to yourself and your baby. Our classes go beyond simply modifying yoga poses. With an emphasis on strength, breathing, gentle stretches and community connection, this course can help prepare your mind and body for birth and parenting.
Each session will include poses that bring balance and alignment to your pelvis, pelvic floor, and pelvic and uterine ligaments. Through yoga asana, students can safely encounter strong sensations, and alongside that, discover the coping skills that work best for you and can later be applied to moments of physical or mental discomfort, like during labour and early parenthood. This mindful approach to yoga practice will leave you feeling ready for whatever lies ahead in pregnancy, birth, and beyond.
We empower students to continuously learn about pregnancy, the birthing process and early parenthood. Our practice sessions are grounded in a welcoming and open environment that celebrates the value of community as you explore this current chapter of life. This class is exclusively for pregnant people (not a partners class).
Beginners to yoga and any stage of pregnancy are welcome.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the IN-STUDIO option, you may choose to attend each session in-person or online. If you prefer to attend all sessions online, please register for the VIRTUAL listing of this course as in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$12+hst Subsidized Rate | $30+hst Standard Rate | $45+hst Community Supporter
**All proceeds from this class will benefit SPECTRUM
This affinity workshop for 2SLGBTQ+ Teens is a chance to come together for self-reflection, self-expression and support during this transition time. The class will blend playful and mindful movement, guided self-reflection through art or journaling, and guided relaxation. Especially for teens who identify as queer, back-to-school time can bring on worries or stresses. This workshop will help teens learn relaxation techniques for body and mind, and will explore methods of getting to know and befriend your body. Everything in the workshop is beginner friendly, and lots of options will be given, so you can participate in the ways that feel right for you.
Lisa Beraldo is a yoga teacher, a former Child & Youth worker, a mom of neurodivergent and LGBTQ2S+ tweens and teens, and an advocate for safe spaces for queer youth.
The Branches is unable to provide any:
If a child requires personal care or behavioural support, families are welcome to send a qualified 1:1 support person with their child and we will happily accommodate.
Classes at The Branches are not alternatives to ABA Therapy and/or Social and Group Skills Programs. The Branches reserves the right to remove a child from the class and/or course, without refund, if any disabilities or special needs have not been communicated at the time of registration, and/or the level of care and support required was not accurately communicated.
UNMANAGEABLE, INAPPROPRIATE AND DANGEROUS BEHAVIOUR
The Branches reserves the right to remove a child from class, without refund, if their behaviour or the behaviour of their parent(s)/guardian(s) is deemed to be unmanageable, inappropriate, and/or is dangerous to themselves or others. Bullying and harassment – of any kind – will not be tolerated.
Register to RSVP and receive email reminders or just show up on the date!
Bring your kids, grandkids, or neighbours and join us for fun, interactive Family Yoga in the Park. We’ll move, play and connect with our breath and with each other. Using animal and nature themes, we’ll explore poses, stretches and mindfulness. Bring your own mats, borrow one of ours, or practice on the grass. Yoga will be followed by a community hangout - BYO picnic and blanket, spend time with other families and enjoy the simple magic of the trees and park.
Every Sunday in July* - Sunday July 6, 13, 20, 27 @ Civic Centre Park
4:30-5:30pm Family Yoga
5:30pm BYO picnic & community hang out
*If we get rained out, the classes/picnics will be rescheduled to:
Sunday Aug 10 & Sunday Aug 17
**price listed is per pair (one teen & one parent/guardian)
$85+hst Standard Rate | $120+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Does the mere mention of “back-to-school” in your house cause stress? Do emotions run high as September approaches? Parents and teens alike deal with the anxiety brought on by school and this workshop is designed to support families through this time.
Both parents and teens will participate in a short experiential introduction to the mind-body connection with anxiety. Then teens will head to their own space for further practices and resources to put in their “Anxiety Toolkit”. Teens will learn about what happens in your body when you feel anxious and what you can do about it, and will get teens started with building a repertoire of techniques to support emotional balance and nervous system regulation. Everything offered in the class is optional, and the practice is beginner-friendly. The workshop is welcoming to all genders and to neurodiverse teens.
After the intro together, parents will meet separately to learn more about creating a supportive home environment for teens experiencing anxiety. Children take their cues from parents, and even teens are strongly influenced by what is happening at home. We’ll review important milestones in adolescent development, signs to notice in your kids, and how you can support you and your family to build emotional resilience through the challenging transition to adulthood.
Part educational and mostly experiential, both teens and parents will leave with lots of resources to keep exploring this fall. This workshop serves as an optional introduction to a more fulsome program for teen stress coming this fall.
Mental Health Disclaimer: While one of the teachers for this course is a Registered Psychotherapist, and yoga is an evidence-based practice to support mental health, this workshop is not group therapy. Our classes are intended to be a complement to, but not a replacement for, professional mental health support. Participants are encouraged to seek adjunctive treatment with a mental health professional to support them as needed.
Format: This workshop will take place IN-STUDIO only.
PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING POLICIES PRIOR TO REGISTERING
The Branches is unable to provide any:
If a child requires personal care or behavioural support, families are welcome to send a qualified 1:1 support person with their child and we will happily accommodate.
Classes at The Branches are not alternatives to ABA Therapy and/or Social and Group Skills Programs. The Branches reserves the right to remove a child from the class and/or course, without refund, if any disabilities or special needs have not been communicated at the time of registration, and/or the level of care and support required was not accurately communicated.
UNMANAGEABLE, INAPPROPRIATE AND DANGEROUS BEHAVIOUR
The Branches reserves the right to remove a child from class, without refund, if their behaviour or the behaviour of their parent(s)/guardian(s) is deemed to be unmanageable, inappropriate, and/or is dangerous to themselves or others. Bullying and harassment – of any kind – will not be tolerated.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Prenatal yoga will leave you feeling strong, relaxed, and more connected to yourself and your baby. Our classes go beyond simply modifying yoga poses. With an emphasis on strength, breathing, gentle stretches and community connection, this course can help prepare your mind and body for birth and parenting.
Each session will include poses that bring balance and alignment to your pelvis, pelvic floor, and pelvic and uterine ligaments. Through yoga asana, students can safely encounter strong sensations, and alongside that, discover the coping skills that work best for you and can later be applied to moments of physical or mental discomfort, like during labour and early parenthood. This mindful approach to yoga practice will leave you feeling ready for whatever lies ahead in pregnancy, birth, and beyond.
We empower students to continuously learn about pregnancy, the birthing process and early parenthood. Our practice sessions are grounded in a welcoming and open environment that celebrates the value of community as you explore this current chapter of life. This class is exclusively for pregnant people (not a partners class).
Beginners to yoga and any stage of pregnancy are welcome.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the IN-STUDIO option, you may choose to attend each session in-person or online. If you prefer to attend all sessions online, please register for the VIRTUAL listing of this course as in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the IN-STUDIO option, you may choose to attend each session in-person or online. If you prefer to attend all sessions online, please register for the VIRTUAL listing of this course as in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Come practice yoga with your baby in a supportive environment. This is a 6-week, pre-registered course for parents/caretakers and their little ones. A great way to get out of the house and enjoy some gentle exercise to take care of your body and connect with your baby in a community of other parents. We set up class in a circle, with a pile of toys and books for little ones to play with while parents get to enjoy some easy-going flow practice. Beginners welcome! Classes will take place in our ground floor studio, and you’re welcome to leave strollers on our porch.
** This class is intended for mobile babies between 9 months - 2 years old. If your baby is younger than this and hasn't started crawling yet, check out our Parent & Peanut course.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the IN-STUDIO option, you may choose to attend each session in-person or online. If you prefer to attend all sessions online, please register for the VIRTUAL listing of this course as in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Do you want to be able to sit on the floor, squat, lunge, balance and crouch with greater ease? Want to make your favourite types of movement feel more supported and strong, be it yoga, strength training, or running? Take a journey towards greater physical freedom in everyday life, sports, and movement in this course that goes beyond flexibility. From lower back, to hips, knees, ankles and feet, you’ll start to expand the range of motion, suppleness and strength of your lower body.
Stretching isn’t going to cut it, so prepare to learn a lot, sweat and work hard, and find all the muscles you didn’t know you had. Sessions will include strong and precise exercises spanning modalities like yoga, calisthenics, locomotion and functional range conditioning.
Alissa loves how mobility practice can offer a foundation for greater freedom, strength, range, and resilience. Her mobility teachings have been greatly influenced by Leslie Stokman at The Branches, Cecily Milne of Yoga Detour, and Matt Thatcher of Rebel Performance with a bit of neuroplasticity peppered in. She is a Registered Yoga Detour™ Instructor, certified Love Your Brain Teacher, and obtained Neurorehabilitation certifications from Brock University. Students can expect to cultivate mind-body connection and nerd out about our bodies.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the IN-STUDIO option, you may choose to attend each session in-person or online. If you prefer to attend all sessions online, please register for the VIRTUAL listing of this course as in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$60+hst Standard Rate | $75+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Yoga Foundations is a 4-week course that will introduce you to the unique way that we teach yoga at The Branches. Learn key principles that will apply to every pose and class, and leave the course well-equipped to join our drop-in classes. Classes will build progressively from week to week, and will incorporate mindfulness practices, attention to breath, and restorative poses to release tension and reduce stress. This course includes access to a video portal with resources to support your learning.
Brand-new beginners welcome!
Course Format: This course includes 4 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the IN-STUDIO option, you may choose to attend each session in-person or online. If you prefer to attend all sessions online, please register for the VIRTUAL listing of this course as in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$110+hst Standard Rate | $125+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Come practice yoga with your baby in a supportive environment and learn exercises to address and heal common core challenges after childbirth. This is a 6-week, pre-registered course for parents/caretakers and their babies. A great way to get out of the house with your little one and enjoy some gentle exercise to take care of your body and connect with your baby and a community of other parents. Beginners welcome!
You are welcome to leave strollers on the porch and bring your baby inside in their carseat.
*This course is intended for babies up to ~9 months. For very mobile babies and toddlers, please check out the Parent & Mini Mover course.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the IN-STUDIO option, you may choose to attend each session in-person or online. If you prefer to attend all sessions online, please register for the VIRTUAL listing of this course as in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
A 13-week course to build emotional resilience, self-awareness, and tools for calm
with Jennifer Helmuth, Registered Psychotherapist, and Anne Michelle Doran
$295+hst Standard Rate | $345+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
The three joint sessions include some shared yoga practice and separate times for parents to learn about course themes and how to support teens at home. We’ll cover adolescent development milestones, signs of emotional distress, and how to build a more resilient and supportive home environment. Even independent teens take cues from their caregivers, and these sessions offer tools for the whole family.
Mental Health Disclaimer & Insurance Reimbursement:
This class is jointly taught by a licensed Registered Psychotherapist, Jennifer Helmuth, and a yoga instructor, Anne Michelle Doran, with each instructor leading half of the sessions. As such, 50% of the course fees may be eligible for reimbursement by some insurance companies as a "therapeutic group yoga class for mental health taught by a Registered Psychotherapist". Please confirm coverage directly with your insurer. While there may be invitations for reflection or brief sharing, the class is primarily yoga-based methods and not group talk therapy. We encourage participants to seek professional mental health care as needed—this course is designed to complement, not replace, that support.
Scope of Practice & Insurance: This class is taught by a licensed Registered Psychotherapist and the fees may be eligible for reimbursement by some insurance companies. You can submit a claim to your company as a "therapeutic group yoga class for mental health taught by a Registered Psychotherapist”. Please confirm coverage directly with your insurer. While there may be invitations for reflection or brief sharing, the class is primarily yoga-based methods and not group talk therapy. As an adjunctive therapy, it is not intended as a replacement for working with a qualified therapist. Participants are encouraged to seek adjunctive treatment with a therapist to support the process of healing as needed.
A Note for Parents: Except for the joint sessions, this is not a parent-child class. Parents are welcome to drop off their teens or wait in our upstairs lounge. Please avoid coming and going during class, as movement through the studio is disruptive. You may also consider registering for one of our adult Sunday evening classes (7:45–9:00pm), which run concurrently.
Accessibility & Behavioural Policies
Notification of Disabilities or Special Needs:
To foster an inclusive environment, please contact The Branches before registering to discuss your child’s needs. We are unable to provide:
If a child requires personal care or behavioural support, they may attend with a qualified 1:1 support worker. Please note that our classes are not alternatives to ABA therapy or social skills programs.
The Branches reserves the right to remove a participant (without refund) if necessary supports were not disclosed at registration, or if their care needs exceed what we can safely provide.
Unmanageable, Inappropriate, or Dangerous Behaviour:
Any behaviour deemed unsafe, disruptive, or harmful to others—by participants or their caregivers—may result in removal from the class without refund. Bullying, harassment, or aggressive conduct will not be tolerated.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
This course will offer clear and thoughtful modifications of poses for students with round bodies to make more of the poses and sequences of yoga accessible and doable.
Great for beginners and intermediate students, this course is aimed at creating a comfortable environment in which to build strength, flexibility, and balance, specifically with the round body in mind. This class is not about weight loss, but about honouring our bodies and creating an environment where all bodies can do all yoga postures. Beginners welcome.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the IN-STUDIO option, you may choose to attend each session in-person or online. If you prefer to attend all sessions online, please register for the VIRTUAL listing of this course as in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Cost per family: $35+hst Standard Rate | $45+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
The Branches is unable to provide any:
If a child requires personal care or behavioural support, families are welcome to send a qualified 1:1 support person with their child and we will happily accommodate.
Classes at The Branches are not alternatives to ABA Therapy and/or Social and Group Skills Programs. The Branches reserves the right to remove a child from the class and/or course, without refund, if any disabilities or special needs have not been communicated at the time of registration, and/or the level of care and support required was not accurately communicated.
UNMANAGEABLE, INAPPROPRIATE AND DANGEROUS BEHAVIOUR
The Branches reserves the right to remove a child from class, without refund, if their behaviour or the behaviour of their parent(s)/guardian(s) is deemed to be unmanageable, inappropriate, and/or is dangerous to themselves or others. Bullying and harassment – of any kind – will not be tolerated.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Release tension, support your nervous system, and rest deeply.
In this 6-week beginner-friendly course, you’ll explore the relationship between gentle movement, myofascial release, and restorative stillness. Each class begins with self-massage using therapy balls — we’ll roll to release tension, support breath, and invite ease into the body. We’ll also incorporate inflatable balls for guided breathing and somatic movement to help you settle and unwind.
From there, we transition into long-held restorative yoga poses supported by bolsters, blankets, and other props, allowing your body and mind to fully rest. Each week will focus on a different area of the body, offering a head-to-toe reset over the course of six weeks.
You’ll leave class feeling soft, soothed, and deeply cared for.
About Carol Kennedy: With a deep appreciation for restorative yoga and myofascial release, Carol is dedicated to creating safe, effective practices that support deep relaxation and self-care. She has completed over 100 hours of specialized training, including 50 hours in myofascial release, 40 hours in restorative yoga, and a 20-hour anatomy intensive. While restorative yoga has been part of Carol’s journey for over five years, myofascial release is a newer addition to her toolkit. She’s passionate about integrating this technique—using gentle, sustained pressure on connective tissue— with a nervous system-informed approach to enhance relaxation, regulation, and overall well-being.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the IN-STUDIO option, you may choose to attend each session in-person or online. If you prefer to attend all sessions online, please register for the VIRTUAL listing of this course as in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Simple strength training for lasting independence and joint health
It’s never too late to start strength training! If you’ve ever felt unsure or intimidated about lifting weights, this course offers the perfect introduction — with clear guidance, a welcoming atmosphere, and a pace that meets you where you’re at.
You’ll learn to use your bodyweight, resistance bands, and a variety of weights in strength-building exercises tailored to your ability. Whether you’re brand new to fitness or looking to build sustainable habits, this course supports you in developing strength in a way that feels doable and rewarding.
A consistent strength training routine is one of the best things you can do for your joints, bones, and long-term independence. As we age, conditions like osteoporosis and osteoarthritis become more common — and strength training is a powerful, preventative tool. With steady effort over time, you’ll notice improvements in both your physical strength and your confidence.
This course will also discuss and offer tips for the full range of physical activity types recommended by the Canadian Medical Association. You’ll explore yoga-based stretches and simple movements to support safe warm-ups and cool-downs, building a well-rounded routine you can continue at home or in our drop-in strength classes. This class is a great preparation for our Strength Essentials Drop-In Classes, offered five times a week.
Beginners of all ages are welcome — including those with physical limitations. Our small group size allows us to offer adaptations and personalized support. Please note: participants must be able to climb two flights of stairs to access our studio.
This course is taught by Linda Collins, a yoga teacher and certified personal trainer who’s in her 70s. Linda brings not only professional expertise but lived experience of how yoga and strength training can transform physical ability, ease of movement, and everyday life. She loves sharing how she has much better mobility and less pain than when she retired 14 years ago. She’s passionate about helping others discover what’s possible through movement — no matter their age or starting point.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
This is an exploratory class offering gentle movement and mindfulness meditation practice. Each 60-min class will begin with movement and stretches to release tension and bring more awareness of the body. Preparatory movements will be followed by the opportunity for stillness, including both guided and independent meditation. Practice will conclude with a gentle restorative posture where you can relax and continue to explore meditative practices.
Beginners and those with an existing meditation practice are welcome.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the IN-STUDIO option, you may choose to attend each session in-person or online. If you prefer to attend all sessions online, please register for the VIRTUAL listing of this course as in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
Please note, this class takes place in our 3rd floor studio. After the teacher’s fee, any additional proceeds from the class will be donated to SPECTRUM.
$60+hst Standard Rate | $75+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Yoga Foundations is a 4-week course that will introduce you to the unique way that we teach yoga at The Branches. Learn key principles that will apply to every pose and class, and leave the course well-equipped to join our drop-in classes. Classes will build progressively from week to week, and will incorporate mindfulness practices, attention to breath, and restorative poses to release tension and reduce stress. This course includes access to a video portal with resources to support your learning.
Brand-new beginners welcome!
Course Format: This course includes 4 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the IN-STUDIO option, you may choose to attend each session in-person or online. If you prefer to attend all sessions online, please register for the VIRTUAL listing of this course as in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$55+hst Standard Rate | $70+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Whether you have recently been feeling tired/ run down or are a long-time insomnia sufferer, this workshop is here to help. We’ll begin with an orientation to yoga nidra before laying out the details on how to harness this powerful practice to enhance sleep quality and ultimately, greater vitality and resilience. Then, we’ll segway into a restorative flow and yoga nidra practice, which involves a nourishing combination of gentle mindful movement, restorative postures, soothing breath work, and yoga nidra.
To support your home practice, this workshop includes 1-year access to Restoring Rhythmic Sleep: a package of five yoga videos carefully designed to support balanced energy and deep rest throughout various phases of your 24-hour circadian rhythm.
Brand new beginners and existing yoga nidra practitioners can benefit from this workshop and video series.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Prenatal yoga will leave you feeling strong, relaxed, and more connected to yourself and your baby. Our classes go beyond simply modifying yoga poses. With an emphasis on strength, breathing, gentle stretches and community connection, this course can help prepare your mind and body for birth and parenting.
Each session will include poses that bring balance and alignment to your pelvis, pelvic floor, and pelvic and uterine ligaments. Through yoga asana, students can safely encounter strong sensations, and alongside that, discover the coping skills that work best for you and can later be applied to moments of physical or mental discomfort, like during labour and early parenthood. This mindful approach to yoga practice will leave you feeling ready for whatever lies ahead in pregnancy, birth, and beyond.
We empower students to continuously learn about pregnancy, the birthing process and early parenthood. Our practice sessions are grounded in a welcoming and open environment that celebrates the value of community as you explore this current chapter of life. This class is exclusively for pregnant people (not a partners class).
Beginners to yoga and any stage of pregnancy are welcome.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the IN-STUDIO option, you may choose to attend each session in-person or online. If you prefer to attend all sessions online, please register for the VIRTUAL listing of this course as in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$110+hst Standard Rate | $125+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Come practice yoga with your baby in a supportive environment and learn exercises to address and heal common core challenges after childbirth. This is a 6-week, pre-registered course for parents/caretakers and their babies. A great way to get out of the house with your little one and enjoy some gentle exercise to take care of your body and connect with your baby and a community of other parents. Beginners welcome!
You are welcome to leave strollers on the porch and bring your baby inside in their carseat.
*This course is intended for babies up to ~9 months. For very mobile babies and toddlers, please check out the Parent & Mini Mover course.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the IN-STUDIO option, you may choose to attend each session in-person or online. If you prefer to attend all sessions online, please register for the VIRTUAL listing of this course as in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$50+hst Standard Rate | $65+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Soothe your nervous system and reconnect with your body
Living with chronic pain can be physically and emotionally exhausting — and often isolating. This 2-hour workshop offers a gentle, affirming space to move, rest, and reflect in community. Together, we’ll explore ways to support the nervous system, cultivate self-compassion, and reconnect with your body without pressure or expectation.
We’ll begin with a welcoming reflection, introducing themes like Spoon Theory, the grief of shifting expectations, and how pain can impact our relationships. You’ll be invited to connect through quiet reflection or optional sharing — all at your own comfort level.
Then we’ll move into a toolkit of gentle movement and nervous system supports, including accessible practices like orienting, tapping, and breath-based movement. These techniques are designed to soothe, settle, and offer new ways to move with care.
The second half of the workshop will focus on restorative yoga: long-held, prop-supported poses, breathwork, and guided meditation (such as a reflection on rebuilding trust in your body).
Everything in this workshop is optional. You are welcome to participate as much or as little as feels right. No yoga experience is needed, and there is no expectation to talk about your pain in order to take part.
Props like bolsters, blankets, and blocks will be provided. This workshop is beginner-friendly and held in a “no shame” space of choice, care, and permission.
This workshop is co-led by Lisa Beraldo and Alissa Firth-Eagland, who bring their own lived experience with chronic pain — including Rheumatoid Arthritis and Post Concussion Syndrome. Their shared journeys deepen their compassionate teaching approach, offering practical tools rooted in understanding and empathy.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Using simple yoga postures, breath awareness, meditation, and mindfulness, this course aims to help you deepen your mind/body connection. The act of releasing physical tension and moving your body in new ways can help you move through stuck emotions, create new mental patterns, and bring new awareness into your life.
Each week the class will gradually build upon a set of basic yoga postures, appropriate for all levels and abilities. Through the postures, breathing, and meditative exercises, you’ll learn more about your body’s responses to stress. You may discover techniques that help manage mental/emotional patterns and increase groundedness, calmness, and emotional well-being.
Beginners welcome. Bring a notebook and something to write with.
Scope of Practice & Insurance: This class is taught by a licensed Registered Psychotherapist and the fees may be eligible for reimbursement by some insurance companies. You can submit a claim to your company as a "therapeutic group yoga class for mental health taught by a Registered Psychotherapist”. Please confirm coverage directly with your insurer. While there may be invitations for reflection or brief sharing, the class is primarily yoga-based methods and not group talk therapy. As an adjunctive therapy, it is not intended as a replacement for working with a qualified therapist. Participants are encouraged to seek adjunctive treatment with a therapist to support the process of healing as needed.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the IN-STUDIO option, you may choose to attend each session in-person or online. If you prefer to attend all sessions online, please register for the VIRTUAL listing of this course as in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$60+hst Standard Rate | $75+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Yoga Foundations is a 4-week course that will introduce you to the unique way that we teach yoga at The Branches. Learn key principles that will apply to every pose and class, and leave the course well-equipped to join our drop-in classes. Classes will build progressively from week to week, and will incorporate mindfulness practices, attention to breath, and restorative poses to release tension and reduce stress. This course includes access to a video portal with resources to support your learning.
Brand-new beginners welcome!
Course Format: This course includes 4 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the IN-STUDIO option, you may choose to attend each session in-person or online. If you prefer to attend all sessions online, please register for the VIRTUAL listing of this course as in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Prenatal yoga will leave you feeling strong, relaxed, and more connected to yourself and your baby. Our classes go beyond simply modifying yoga poses. With an emphasis on strength, breathing, gentle stretches and community connection, this course can help prepare your mind and body for birth and parenting.
Each session will include poses that bring balance and alignment to your pelvis, pelvic floor, and pelvic and uterine ligaments. Through yoga asana, students can safely encounter strong sensations, and alongside that, discover the coping skills that work best for you and can later be applied to moments of physical or mental discomfort, like during labour and early parenthood. This mindful approach to yoga practice will leave you feeling ready for whatever lies ahead in pregnancy, birth, and beyond.
We empower students to continuously learn about pregnancy, the birthing process and early parenthood. Our practice sessions are grounded in a welcoming and open environment that celebrates the value of community as you explore this current chapter of life. This class is exclusively for pregnant people (not a partners class).
Beginners to yoga and any stage of pregnancy are welcome.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the IN-STUDIO option, you may choose to attend each session in-person or online. If you prefer to attend all sessions online, please register for the VIRTUAL listing of this course as in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
This unique class is for anyone who is on a path to recovering from physical or emotional trauma. The class aims to give participants tools to understand how trauma affects the body, to move through embodied trauma (trauma stored in the body) through movement. Trauma may seem like a loaded word, but it is something that affects many of us through major losses, accidents, violence, or other major life stresses.
Embodiment for Trauma Recovery consists of very gentle movements, simple postures from hatha yoga, and breath awareness. The classes are aimed at building a trauma survivor’s sense of empowerment and cultivating a more positive relationship to one's body. The class focuses on internal sensing and reclaiming choice in your body, and is less about form or technique. Absolutely everything in the class is optional, and the practice is beginner-friendly.
Based on the evidence-based methodology of Trauma Center Trauma Sensitive Yoga. Embodiment for Trauma Recovery is a group movement class. While this class is taught by a Registered Psychotherapist, it is not group therapy. As an adjunctive therapy, it is not intended as a replacement for working with a qualified therapist. Participants are encouraged to seek adjunctive treatment with a therapist to support the process of healing as needed.
Scope of Practice & Insurance: This class is taught by a licensed Registered Psychotherapist and the fees may be eligible for reimbursement by some insurance companies. You can submit a claim to your company as a "therapeutic group yoga class for mental health taught by a Registered Psychotherapist”. Please confirm coverage directly with your insurer. While there may be invitations for reflection or brief sharing, the class is primarily yoga-based methods and not group talk therapy. As an adjunctive therapy, it is not intended as a replacement for working with a qualified therapist. Participants are encouraged to seek adjunctive treatment with a therapist to support the process of healing as needed.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the IN-STUDIO option, you may choose to attend each session in-person or online. If you prefer to attend all sessions online, please register for the VIRTUAL listing of this course as in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Come practice yoga with your baby in a supportive environment. This is a 6-week, pre-registered course for parents/caretakers and their little ones. A great way to get out of the house and enjoy some gentle exercise to take care of your body and connect with your baby in a community of other parents. We set up class in a circle, with a pile of toys and books for little ones to play with while parents get to enjoy some easy-going flow practice. Beginners welcome! Classes will take place in our ground floor studio, and you’re welcome to leave strollers on our porch.
** This class is intended for mobile babies between 9 months - 2 years old. If your baby is younger than this and hasn't started crawling yet, check out our Parent & Peanut course.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the IN-STUDIO option, you may choose to attend each session in-person or online. If you prefer to attend all sessions online, please register for the VIRTUAL listing of this course as in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$110+hst Standard Rate | $125+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Come practice yoga with your baby in a supportive environment and learn exercises to address and heal common core challenges after childbirth. This is a 6-week, pre-registered course for parents/caretakers and their babies. A great way to get out of the house with your little one and enjoy some gentle exercise to take care of your body and connect with your baby and a community of other parents. Beginners welcome!
You are welcome to leave strollers on the porch and bring your baby inside in their carseat.
*This course is intended for babies up to ~9 months. For very mobile babies and toddlers, please check out the Parent & Mini Mover course.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the IN-STUDIO option, you may choose to attend each session in-person or online. If you prefer to attend all sessions online, please register for the VIRTUAL listing of this course as in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
Please note, this class takes place in our 3rd floor studio. After the teacher’s fee, any additional proceeds from the class will be donated to SPECTRUM.
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Prepare for a more connected, grounded, and comfortable pregnancy, labor, and birth in this workshop designed for pregnant people and their birth partners. The presence and active support of a dedicated partner or support person can make a profound difference during labor and delivery. Together, you’ll deepen your trust and awareness of each other while building a toolkit of practical strategies to enhance comfort and confidence throughout the entire birthing process.
In this workshop, you will learn:
This workshop welcomes all couples or birth partners—whether romantic partners, family members, or close friends. The Branches is a 2SLGBTQ+ affirming, anti-racist, and size-inclusive space. Pregnant people at any stage are welcome, and no previous yoga experience is necessary.
Logistics: The in-person workshop takes place in our 3rd-floor studio (no elevator); an online option is available for greater accessibility. Space is limited to 10 pairs—please register early to secure your spot. Workshop registration includes access to the video recording for review and handouts.
Meet Your Instructors:
Lisa Beraldo (she/her) leads The Branches’ pre- and postnatal programming. Lisa discovered the power of yoga during her own pregnancy and holds a BA in Child and Youth Counseling and Family Work. She completed her 250-hour Yoga Teacher Training in 2020, Restorative Yoga Teacher Training in 2023, and Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training with the Prenatal Yoga Center in late 2023. When not teaching, Lisa enjoys hiking, camping, canoeing, and spending time with her partner and three children.
Weronika Walker (she/her) is a birth and postpartum doula, outdoor guide, and former paramedic and firefighter. Through Fern & Nettle Doula Services, she offers compassionate, inclusive care to families in the Waterloo Region. She believes that every person should have access to inclusive, full-spectrum reproductive health care and she strives to help her clients have the experiences they desire. Weronika loves witnessing people become parents and she feels grateful every time someone invites her to be a part of their journey. Outside of work, she loves outdoor adventures, reading, and foraging wild plants for food and medicine.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Focus on yourself and your own healing after pregnancy or birth. This course is a supportive space to reconnect to your non-pregnant body and your sense of self.
Reacquaint yourself with your post-pregnancy body by strengthening areas that have weakened and easing tension in areas that are overburdened; including your pelvic floor, glutes, hips, abdomen, back, chest, shoulders and neck.
Parenting is overwhelming, so rest assured that you are welcome to show up and connect to the community exactly as you are. This emotionally supportive space is just as much about easing your mind as it is healing your body.
Open to students once you are a minimum 6 weeks postpartum, whether you birthed vaginally or by C-section. There is no maximum time postpartum - it’s never too late to reconnect and heal after pregnancy.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the IN-STUDIO option, you may choose to attend each session in-person or online. If you prefer to attend all sessions online, please register for the VIRTUAL listing of this course as in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$50+hst Standard Rate | $65+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Join Carol for a two-hour workshop intended as an opportunity for women to gather, share, move and rest. The workshop has been thoughtfully curated with consideration for the diverse bodies and health of women who are experiencing menopause in all of its stages.
What to expect:
This is an open call to self-care for a complicated physiological experience for female bodies. It is only the beginning of a larger conversation about caring for our bodies at this pivotal stage of life.
Format: This workshop will take place IN-STUDIO only.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Are you yearning to reach overhead with comfort, bear weight on your hands with ease, progress your handstand or arm balance poses, or find your grip strength? These movements all require upper body joints that move well, and upper body muscles that can handle the load. Including a focus on your middle back, neck, shoulders, elbows and hands, this course will take you on a journey towards greater range of motion, suppleness and strength in your upper body.
Stretching isn’t going to cut it, so prepare to learn a lot, sweat and work hard, and find all the muscles you didn’t know you had. Sessions will include strong and precise exercises spanning modalities like yoga, calisthenics, locomotion and functional range conditioning.
Alissa loves how mobility practice can offer a foundation for greater freedom, strength, range, and resilience. Her mobility teachings have been greatly influenced by Leslie Stokman at The Branches, Cecily Milne of Yoga Detour, and Matt Thatcher of Rebel Performance with a bit of neuroplasticity peppered in. She is a Registered Yoga Detour™ Instructor, certified Love Your Brain Teacher, and obtained Neurorehabilitation certifications from Brock University. Students can expect to cultivate mind-body connection and nerd out about our bodies.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the IN-STUDIO option, you may choose to attend each session in-person or online. If you prefer to attend all sessions online, please register for the VIRTUAL listing of this course as in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
This course will offer clear and thoughtful modifications of poses for students with round bodies to make more of the poses and sequences of yoga accessible and doable.
Great for beginners and intermediate students, this course is aimed at creating a comfortable environment in which to build strength, flexibility, and balance, specifically with the round body in mind. This class is not about weight loss, but about honouring our bodies and creating an environment where all bodies can do all yoga postures. Beginners welcome.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the IN-STUDIO option, you may choose to attend each session in-person or online. If you prefer to attend all sessions online, please register for the VIRTUAL listing of this course as in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$60+hst Standard Rate | $75+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Yoga Foundations is a 4-week course that will introduce you to the unique way that we teach yoga at The Branches. Learn key principles that will apply to every pose and class, and leave the course well-equipped to join our drop-in classes. Classes will build progressively from week to week, and will incorporate mindfulness practices, attention to breath, and restorative poses to release tension and reduce stress. This course includes access to a video portal with resources to support your learning.
Brand-new beginners welcome!
Course Format: This course includes 4 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the IN-STUDIO option, you may choose to attend each session in-person or online. If you prefer to attend all sessions online, please register for the VIRTUAL listing of this course as in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Gentle movement, restorative practices, and community support for living with pain
Living with chronic pain can feel isolating and overwhelming — but movement and connection can offer pathways to ease and self-compassion. Over six weeks, this course provides a safe, nurturing space to explore gentle movement, breath awareness, and restorative yoga, helping to soothe the nervous system and build a more trusting relationship with your body.
Each week includes accessible, adaptable yoga postures paired with breath and mindfulness techniques, alongside optional group discussion to share insights or simply listen. This course honors your pace, your experience, and your boundaries — with no pressure to disclose or perform.
Yoga for Chronic Pain is led by Lisa Beraldo. She brings deep empathy and understanding from her own journey with Rheumatoid Arthritis. Lisa’s teaching emphasizes choice, agency, and self-compassion in a “no shame” space.
No prior yoga experience is necessary.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the IN-STUDIO option, you may choose to attend each session in-person or online. If you prefer to attend all sessions online, please register for the VIRTUAL listing of this course as in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
Please see our website for our full COVID policies.
$95+hst Standard Rate | $110+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
** Appropriate for kids 6+. Guided practice is from 10-10:45am, followed by 15 minutes for snacks, stories and playtime. Pick-up is between 10:45-11am. Please send along a simple, non-messy snack if your child would like to stay for snack-time. This class takes place in our Ground Floor studio. There’s a simultaneous adult Drop-In Class from 10-11am in our Sky Studio if parents want to use this time to practice too (Drop-In Passes sold separately).
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
The Branches is unable to provide any:
If a child requires personal care or behavioural support, families are welcome to send a qualified 1:1 support person with their child and we will happily accommodate.
Classes at The Branches are not alternatives to ABA Therapy and/or Social and Group Skills Programs. The Branches reserves the right to remove a child from the class and/or course, without refund, if any disabilities or special needs have not been communicated at the time of registration, and/or the level of care and support required was not accurately communicated.
UNMANAGEABLE, INAPPROPRIATE AND DANGEROUS BEHAVIOUR
The Branches reserves the right to remove a child from class, without refund, if their behaviour or the behaviour of their parent(s)/guardian(s) is deemed to be unmanageable, inappropriate, and/or is dangerous to themselves or others. Bullying and harassment – of any kind – will not be tolerated.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Simple strength training for lasting independence and joint health
It’s never too late to start strength training! If you’ve ever felt unsure or intimidated about lifting weights, this course offers the perfect introduction — with clear guidance, a welcoming atmosphere, and a pace that meets you where you’re at.
You’ll learn to use your bodyweight, resistance bands, and a variety of weights in strength-building exercises tailored to your ability. Whether you’re brand new to fitness or looking to build sustainable habits, this course supports you in developing strength in a way that feels doable and rewarding.
A consistent strength training routine is one of the best things you can do for your joints, bones, and long-term independence. As we age, conditions like osteoporosis and osteoarthritis become more common — and strength training is a powerful, preventative tool. With steady effort over time, you’ll notice improvements in both your physical strength and your confidence.
This course will also discuss and offer tips for the full range of physical activity types recommended by the Canadian Medical Association. You’ll explore yoga-based stretches and simple movements to support safe warm-ups and cool-downs, building a well-rounded routine you can continue at home or in our drop-in strength classes. This class is a great preparation for our Strength Essentials Drop-In Classes, offered five times a week.
Beginners of all ages are welcome — including those with physical limitations. Our small group size allows us to offer adaptations and personalized support. Please note: participants must be able to climb two flights of stairs to access our studio.
This course is taught by Linda Collins, a yoga teacher and certified personal trainer who’s in her 70s. Linda brings not only professional expertise but lived experience of how yoga and strength training can transform physical ability, ease of movement, and everyday life. She loves sharing how she has much better mobility and less pain than when she retired 14 years ago. She’s passionate about helping others discover what’s possible through movement — no matter their age or starting point.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$110+hst Standard Rate | $125+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Come practice yoga with your baby in a supportive environment and learn exercises to address and heal common core challenges after childbirth. This is a 6-week, pre-registered course for parents/caretakers and their babies. A great way to get out of the house with your little one and enjoy some gentle exercise to take care of your body and connect with your baby and a community of other parents. Beginners welcome!
You are welcome to leave strollers on the porch and bring your baby inside in their carseat.
*This course is intended for babies up to ~9 months. For very mobile babies and toddlers, please check out the Parent & Mini Mover course.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the IN-STUDIO option, you may choose to attend each session in-person or online. If you prefer to attend all sessions online, please register for the VIRTUAL listing of this course as in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
The Nov-Dec Restorative Trio Bundle includes:
Candlelit Restorative: Grounding with Sandbags
with Wendy Michaud
Fri, Nov 14, 7:00-8:30pm
Candlelit Restorative: Acuball Extravganza
with Nicole DeNoble
Fri, Nov 28, 7:00-8:30pm
Candlelit Restorative: Myofascial Release
with Carol Kennedy
Fri, Dec 12, 7:00-8:30pm
*Full descriptions for each workshop can be found in the individual listings. Please note the day and time of each workshop may differ.
All workshops in this bundle will take place IN-STUDIO only.
$32+hst Standard Rate | $40+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
$80+hst Standard Rate | $100+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
What is yoga nidra? Yoga nidra is a paradoxical meditative state of conscious sleep; a beautiful space where we may come home to our Hearts.
Many beautiful treasures can be encountered as we practice: healthy sleep cycles, release of old tensions, emotional resilience, intuitive insights, and even creative ideas to name a few… that said, what happens in your yoga nidra space is for you to uncover, and you can trust that your body’s wisdom will extract exactly what it needs from each practice—without any effort on your part. Yoga nidra is typically practiced in a resting position, so you may simply lie back, lightly listen to the sound of my guidance, and let the magic unfold.
About Kimberley Luu I’m a therapeutic yoga teacher specializing in yoga nidra. With healing justice at the foundation of my teaching and practice, my aim is to facilitate restorative experiences that help soothe the collective wounds which systems of oppression burden our bodies daily.
I began practicing yoga in 2008 and discovered yoga nidra specifically six years later during my graduate studies—a period marked heavily by chronic insomnia and exhaustion. Yoga nidra helped me find solace and rest during this difficult time, and has since expanded to support me through my creative work, relationships, community engagements, and spiritual practice.
After much personal exploration, I completed my Therapeutic, Restorative, and Yin Yoga Teacher Trainings with Felicia Pavlovic and Ante Pavlovic at Yoga Therapy Toronto. Soon after, I completed my Yoga Nidra Teacher Training with Uma Dinsmore-Tuli and Nirlipta Tuli at Total Yoga Nidra. In addition to my trainers, I am gratefully influenced by leaders in trauma-sensitive yoga, including Nicole Brown Faulknor, Sheila Singh, and Yoli Maya Yeh. My pronouns are she/ her.
Course Format: This course includes 4 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the IN-STUDIO option, you may choose to attend each session in-person or online. If you prefer to attend all sessions online, please register for the VIRTUAL listing of this course as in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
Please note, this class takes place in our 3rd floor studio. After the teacher’s fee, any additional proceeds from the class will be donated to SPECTRUM.
Cost per family: $35+hst Standard Rate | $45+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
The Branches is unable to provide any:
If a child requires personal care or behavioural support, families are welcome to send a qualified 1:1 support person with their child and we will happily accommodate.
Classes at The Branches are not alternatives to ABA Therapy and/or Social and Group Skills Programs. The Branches reserves the right to remove a child from the class and/or course, without refund, if any disabilities or special needs have not been communicated at the time of registration, and/or the level of care and support required was not accurately communicated.
UNMANAGEABLE, INAPPROPRIATE AND DANGEROUS BEHAVIOUR
The Branches reserves the right to remove a child from class, without refund, if their behaviour or the behaviour of their parent(s)/guardian(s) is deemed to be unmanageable, inappropriate, and/or is dangerous to themselves or others. Bullying and harassment – of any kind – will not be tolerated.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Prenatal yoga will leave you feeling strong, relaxed, and more connected to yourself and your baby. Our classes go beyond simply modifying yoga poses. With an emphasis on strength, breathing, gentle stretches and community connection, this course can help prepare your mind and body for birth and parenting.
Each session will include poses that bring balance and alignment to your pelvis, pelvic floor, and pelvic and uterine ligaments. Through yoga asana, students can safely encounter strong sensations, and alongside that, discover the coping skills that work best for you and can later be applied to moments of physical or mental discomfort, like during labour and early parenthood. This mindful approach to yoga practice will leave you feeling ready for whatever lies ahead in pregnancy, birth, and beyond.
We empower students to continuously learn about pregnancy, the birthing process and early parenthood. Our practice sessions are grounded in a welcoming and open environment that celebrates the value of community as you explore this current chapter of life. This class is exclusively for pregnant people (not a partners class).
Beginners to yoga and any stage of pregnancy are welcome.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the IN-STUDIO option, you may choose to attend each session in-person or online. If you prefer to attend all sessions online, please register for the VIRTUAL listing of this course as in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Prenatal yoga will leave you feeling strong, relaxed, and more connected to yourself and your baby. Our classes go beyond simply modifying yoga poses. With an emphasis on strength, breathing, gentle stretches and community connection, this course can help prepare your mind and body for birth and parenting.
Each session will include poses that bring balance and alignment to your pelvis, pelvic floor, and pelvic and uterine ligaments. Through yoga asana, students can safely encounter strong sensations, and alongside that, discover the coping skills that work best for you and can later be applied to moments of physical or mental discomfort, like during labour and early parenthood. This mindful approach to yoga practice will leave you feeling ready for whatever lies ahead in pregnancy, birth, and beyond.
We empower students to continuously learn about pregnancy, the birthing process and early parenthood. Our practice sessions are grounded in a welcoming and open environment that celebrates the value of community as you explore this current chapter of life. This class is exclusively for pregnant people (not a partners class).
Beginners to yoga and any stage of pregnancy are welcome.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the IN-STUDIO option, you may choose to attend each session in-person or online. If you prefer to attend all sessions online, please register for the VIRTUAL listing of this course as in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$32+hst Standard Rate | $40+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
$32+hst Standard Rate | $40+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Prenatal yoga will leave you feeling strong, relaxed, and more connected to yourself and your baby. Our classes go beyond simply modifying yoga poses. With an emphasis on strength, breathing, gentle stretches and community connection, this course can help prepare your mind and body for birth and parenting.
Each session will include poses that bring balance and alignment to your pelvis, pelvic floor, and pelvic and uterine ligaments. Through yoga asana, students can safely encounter strong sensations, and alongside that, discover the coping skills that work best for you and can later be applied to moments of physical or mental discomfort, like during labour and early parenthood. This mindful approach to yoga practice will leave you feeling ready for whatever lies ahead in pregnancy, birth, and beyond.
We empower students to continuously learn about pregnancy, the birthing process and early parenthood. Our practice sessions are grounded in a welcoming and open environment that celebrates the value of community as you explore this current chapter of life. This class is exclusively for pregnant people (not a partners’ class).
Beginners to yoga and any stage of pregnancy are welcome.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the VIRTUAL option, you will attend all sessions online (via livestream in Zoom). If you prefer to have the option to attend in-person, please register for the IN-STUDIO listing of this course, but be aware that in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Prenatal yoga will leave you feeling strong, relaxed, and more connected to yourself and your baby. Our classes go beyond simply modifying yoga poses. With an emphasis on strength, breathing, gentle stretches and community connection, this course can help prepare your mind and body for birth and parenting.
Each session will include poses that bring balance and alignment to your pelvis, pelvic floor, and pelvic and uterine ligaments. Through yoga asana, students can safely encounter strong sensations, and alongside that, discover the coping skills that work best for you and can later be applied to moments of physical or mental discomfort, like during labour and early parenthood. This mindful approach to yoga practice will leave you feeling ready for whatever lies ahead in pregnancy, birth, and beyond.
We empower students to continuously learn about pregnancy, the birthing process and early parenthood. Our practice sessions are grounded in a welcoming and open environment that celebrates the value of community as you explore this current chapter of life. This class is exclusively for pregnant people (not a partners’ class).
Beginners to yoga and any stage of pregnancy are welcome.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the VIRTUAL option, you will attend all sessions online (via livestream in Zoom). If you prefer to have the option to attend in-person, please register for the IN-STUDIO listing of this course, but be aware that in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Take the time to nourish yourself and your growing baby with practices of gentle movement followed by deep relaxation and rest. This class starts off with gentle yoga flow and self-massage to soften tensions and relieve discomfort in your changing body. These practices can help you discover coping strategies and relaxation techniques for the challenges of labour and early parenthood.
In the second half of practice, you’ll settle into Restorative poses. Restorative yoga uses cushiony props (like blankets and bolsters) that support your body in relaxing and your nervous system in calming down. Get connected to other pregnant folks, learn continuously about pregnancy, birth and parenting, and lean into a supportive community as you learn ways to prepare your body and mind for birth.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the VIRTUAL option, you will attend all sessions online (via livestream in Zoom). If you prefer to have the option to attend in-person, please register for the IN-STUDIO listing of this course, but be aware that in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Come practice yoga with your baby in a supportive environment. This is a 6-week, pre-registered course for parents/caretakers and their little ones. A great way to get out of the house and enjoy some gentle exercise to take care of your body and connect with your baby in a community of other parents. We set up class in a circle, with a pile of toys and books for little ones to play with while parents get to enjoy some easy-going flow practice. Beginners welcome! Classes will take place in our ground floor studio, and you’re welcome to leave strollers on our porch.
** This class is intended for mobile babies between 9 months - 2 years old. If your baby is younger than this and hasn't started crawling yet, check out our Parent & Peanut course.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the VIRTUAL option, you will attend all sessions online (via livestream in Zoom). If you prefer to have the option to attend in-person, please register for the IN-STUDIO listing of this course, but be aware that in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Do you want to be able to sit on the floor, squat, lunge, balance and crouch with greater ease? Want to make your favourite types of movement feel more supported and strong, be it yoga, strength training, or running? Take a journey towards greater physical freedom in everyday life, sports, and movement in this course that goes beyond flexibility. From lower back, to hips, knees, ankles and feet, you’ll start to expand the range of motion, suppleness and strength of your lower body.
Stretching isn’t going to cut it, so prepare to learn a lot, sweat and work hard, and find all the muscles you didn’t know you had. Sessions will include strong and precise exercises spanning modalities like yoga, calisthenics, locomotion and functional range conditioning.
Alissa loves how mobility practice can offer a foundation for greater freedom, strength, range, and resilience. Her mobility teachings have been greatly influenced by Leslie Stokman at The Branches, Cecily Milne of Yoga Detour, and Matt Thatcher of Rebel Performance with a bit of neuroplasticity peppered in. She is a Registered Yoga Detour™ Instructor, certified Love Your Brain Teacher, and obtained Neurorehabilitation certifications from Brock University. Students can expect to cultivate mind-body connection and nerd out about our bodies.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the VIRTUAL option, you will attend all sessions online (via livestream in Zoom). If you prefer to have the option to attend in-person, please register for the IN-STUDIO listing of this course, but be aware that in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$60+hst Standard Rate | $75+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Yoga Foundations is a 4-week course that will introduce you to the unique way that we teach yoga at The Branches. Learn key principles that will apply to every pose and class, and leave the course well-equipped to join our drop-in classes. Classes will build progressively from week to week, and will incorporate mindfulness practices, attention to breath, and restorative poses to release tension and reduce stress. This course includes access to a video portal with resources to support your learning.
Brand-new beginners welcome!
Course Format: This course includes 4 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the VIRTUAL option, you will attend all sessions online (via livestream in Zoom). If you prefer to have the option to attend in-person, please register for the IN-STUDIO listing of this course, but be aware that in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$110+hst Standard Rate | $125+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Come practice yoga with your baby in a supportive environment and learn exercises to address and heal common core challenges after childbirth. This is a 6-week, pre-registered course for parents/caretakers and their babies. A great way to enjoy some gentle exercise to take care of your body and connect with your baby and a community of other parents. Beginners welcome!
*This course is intended for babies up to ~9 months. For very mobile babies and toddlers, please check out the Parent & Mini Mover course.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the VIRTUAL option, you will attend all sessions online (via livestream in Zoom). If you prefer to have the option to attend in-person, please register for the IN-STUDIO listing of this course, but be aware that in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
This course will offer clear and thoughtful modifications of poses for students with round bodies to make more of the poses and sequences of yoga accessible and doable.
Great for beginners and intermediate students, this course is aimed at creating a comfortable environment in which to build strength, flexibility, and balance, specifically with the round body in mind. This class is not about weight loss, but about honouring our bodies and creating an environment where all bodies can do all yoga postures. Beginners welcome.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the VIRTUAL option, you will attend all sessions online (via livestream in Zoom). If you prefer to have the option to attend in-person, please register for the IN-STUDIO listing of this course, but be aware that in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Release tension, support your nervous system, and rest deeply.
In this 6-week beginner-friendly course, you’ll explore the relationship between gentle movement, myofascial release, and restorative stillness. Each class begins with self-massage using therapy balls — we’ll roll to release tension, support breath, and invite ease into the body. We’ll also incorporate inflatable balls for guided breathing and somatic movement to help you settle and unwind.
From there, we transition into long-held restorative yoga poses supported by bolsters, blankets, and other props, allowing your body and mind to fully rest. Each week will focus on a different area of the body, offering a head-to-toe reset over the course of six weeks.
You’ll leave class feeling soft, soothed, and deeply cared for.
About Carol Kennedy: With a deep appreciation for restorative yoga and myofascial release, Carol is dedicated to creating safe, effective practices that support deep relaxation and self-care. She has completed over 100 hours of specialized training, including 50 hours in myofascial release, 40 hours in restorative yoga, and a 20-hour anatomy intensive. While restorative yoga has been part of Carol’s journey for over five years, myofascial release is a newer addition to her toolkit. She’s passionate about integrating this technique—using gentle, sustained pressure on connective tissue— with a nervous system-informed approach to enhance relaxation, regulation, and overall well-being.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the VIRTUAL option, you will attend all sessions online (via livestream in Zoom). If you prefer to have the option to attend in-person, please register for the IN-STUDIO listing of this course, but be aware that in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
This is an exploratory class offering gentle movement and mindfulness meditation practice. Each 60-min class will begin with movement and stretches to release tension and bring more awareness of the body. Preparatory movements will be followed by the opportunity for stillness, including both guided and independent meditation. Practice will conclude with a gentle restorative posture where you can relax and continue to explore meditative practices.
Beginners and those with an existing meditation practice are welcome.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the VIRTUAL option, you will attend all sessions online (via livestream in Zoom). If you prefer to have the option to attend in-person, please register for the IN-STUDIO listing of this course, but be aware that in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$60+hst Standard Rate | $75+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Yoga Foundations is a 4-week course that will introduce you to the unique way that we teach yoga at The Branches. Learn key principles that will apply to every pose and class, and leave the course well-equipped to join our drop-in classes. Classes will build progressively from week to week, and will incorporate mindfulness practices, attention to breath, and restorative poses to release tension and reduce stress. This course includes access to a video portal with resources to support your learning.
Brand-new beginners welcome!
Course Format: This course includes 4 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the VIRTUAL option, you will attend all sessions online (via livestream in Zoom). If you prefer to have the option to attend in-person, please register for the IN-STUDIO listing of this course, but be aware that in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$55+hst Standard Rate | $70+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Whether you have recently been feeling tired/ run down or are a long-time insomnia sufferer, this workshop is here to help. We’ll begin with an orientation to yoga nidra before laying out the details on how to harness this powerful practice to enhance sleep quality and ultimately, greater vitality and resilience. Then, we’ll segway into a restorative flow and yoga nidra practice, which involves a nourishing combination of gentle mindful movement, restorative postures, soothing breath work, and yoga nidra.
To support your home practice, this workshop includes 1-year access to Restoring Rhythmic Sleep: a package of five yoga videos carefully designed to support balanced energy and deep rest throughout various phases of your 24-hour circadian rhythm.
Brand new beginners and existing yoga nidra practitioners can benefit from this workshop and video series.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Prenatal yoga will leave you feeling strong, relaxed, and more connected to yourself and your baby. Our classes go beyond simply modifying yoga poses. With an emphasis on strength, breathing, gentle stretches and community connection, this course can help prepare your mind and body for birth and parenting.
Each session will include poses that bring balance and alignment to your pelvis, pelvic floor, and pelvic and uterine ligaments. Through yoga asana, students can safely encounter strong sensations, and alongside that, discover the coping skills that work best for you and can later be applied to moments of physical or mental discomfort, like during labour and early parenthood. This mindful approach to yoga practice will leave you feeling ready for whatever lies ahead in pregnancy, birth, and beyond.
We empower students to continuously learn about pregnancy, the birthing process and early parenthood. Our practice sessions are grounded in a welcoming and open environment that celebrates the value of community as you explore this current chapter of life. This class is exclusively for pregnant people (not a partners’ class).
Beginners to yoga and any stage of pregnancy are welcome.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the VIRTUAL option, you will attend all sessions online (via livestream in Zoom). If you prefer to have the option to attend in-person, please register for the IN-STUDIO listing of this course, but be aware that in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$110+hst Standard Rate | $125+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Come practice yoga with your baby in a supportive environment and learn exercises to address and heal common core challenges after childbirth. This is a 6-week, pre-registered course for parents/caretakers and their babies. A great way to enjoy some gentle exercise to take care of your body and connect with your baby and a community of other parents. Beginners welcome!
*This course is intended for babies up to ~9 months. For very mobile babies and toddlers, please check out the Parent & Mini Mover course.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the VIRTUAL option, you will attend all sessions online (via livestream in Zoom). If you prefer to have the option to attend in-person, please register for the IN-STUDIO listing of this course, but be aware that in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$50+hst Standard Rate | $65+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Soothe your nervous system and reconnect with your body
Living with chronic pain can be physically and emotionally exhausting — and often isolating. This 2-hour workshop offers a gentle, affirming space to move, rest, and reflect in community. Together, we’ll explore ways to support the nervous system, cultivate self-compassion, and reconnect with your body without pressure or expectation.
We’ll begin with a welcoming reflection, introducing themes like Spoon Theory, the grief of shifting expectations, and how pain can impact our relationships. You’ll be invited to connect through quiet reflection or optional sharing — all at your own comfort level.
Then we’ll move into a toolkit of gentle movement and nervous system supports, including accessible practices like orienting, tapping, and breath-based movement. These techniques are designed to soothe, settle, and offer new ways to move with care.
The second half of the workshop will focus on restorative yoga: long-held, prop-supported poses, breathwork, and guided meditation (such as a reflection on rebuilding trust in your body).
Everything in this workshop is optional. You are welcome to participate as much or as little as feels right. No yoga experience is needed, and there is no expectation to talk about your pain in order to take part.
Props like bolsters, blankets, and blocks will be provided. This workshop is beginner-friendly and held in a “no shame” space of choice, care, and permission.
This workshop is co-led by Lisa Beraldo and Alissa Firth-Eagland, who bring their own lived experience with chronic pain — including Rheumatoid Arthritis and Post Concussion Syndrome. Their shared journeys deepen their compassionate teaching approach, offering practical tools rooted in understanding and empathy.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Using simple yoga postures, breath awareness, meditation, and mindfulness, this course aims to help you deepen your mind/body connection. The act of releasing physical tension and moving your body in new ways can help you move through stuck emotions, create new mental patterns, and bring new awareness into your life.
Each week the class will gradually build upon a set of basic yoga postures, appropriate for all levels and abilities. Through the postures, breathing, and meditative exercises, you’ll learn more about your body’s responses to stress. You may discover techniques that help manage mental/emotional patterns and increase groundedness, calmness, and emotional well-being.
Beginners welcome. Bring a notebook and something to write with.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the VIRTUAL option, you will attend all sessions online (via livestream in Zoom). If you prefer to have the option to attend in-person, please register for the IN-STUDIO listing of this course, but be aware that in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$60+hst Standard Rate | $75+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Yoga Foundations is a 4-week course that will introduce you to the unique way that we teach yoga at The Branches. Learn key principles that will apply to every pose and class, and leave the course well-equipped to join our drop-in classes. Classes will build progressively from week to week, and will incorporate mindfulness practices, attention to breath, and restorative poses to release tension and reduce stress. This course includes access to a video portal with resources to support your learning.
Brand-new beginners welcome!
Course Format: This course includes 4 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the VIRTUAL option, you will attend all sessions online (via livestream in Zoom). If you prefer to have the option to attend in-person, please register for the IN-STUDIO listing of this course, but be aware that in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Prenatal yoga will leave you feeling strong, relaxed, and more connected to yourself and your baby. Our classes go beyond simply modifying yoga poses. With an emphasis on strength, breathing, gentle stretches and community connection, this course can help prepare your mind and body for birth and parenting.
Each session will include poses that bring balance and alignment to your pelvis, pelvic floor, and pelvic and uterine ligaments. Through yoga asana, students can safely encounter strong sensations, and alongside that, discover the coping skills that work best for you and can later be applied to moments of physical or mental discomfort, like during labour and early parenthood. This mindful approach to yoga practice will leave you feeling ready for whatever lies ahead in pregnancy, birth, and beyond.
We empower students to continuously learn about pregnancy, the birthing process and early parenthood. Our practice sessions are grounded in a welcoming and open environment that celebrates the value of community as you explore this current chapter of life. This class is exclusively for pregnant people (not a partners’ class).
Beginners to yoga and any stage of pregnancy are welcome.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the VIRTUAL option, you will attend all sessions online (via livestream in Zoom). If you prefer to have the option to attend in-person, please register for the IN-STUDIO listing of this course, but be aware that in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Embodiment for Trauma Recovery consists of very gentle movements, simple postures from hatha yoga, and breath awareness. The classes are aimed at building a trauma survivor’s sense of empowerment and cultivating a more positive relationship to one's body. The class focuses on internal sensing and reclaiming choice in your body, and is less about form or technique. Absolutely everything in the class is optional, and the practice is beginner-friendly.
Based on the evidence-based methodology of Trauma Center Trauma Sensitive Yoga. Embodiment for Trauma Recovery is a group movement class. While this class is taught by a Registered Psychotherapist, it is not group therapy. As an adjunctive therapy, it is not intended as a replacement for working with a qualified therapist. Participants are encouraged to seek adjunctive treatment with a therapist to support the process of healing as needed.
Scope of Practice & Insurance: This class is taught by a licensed Registered Psychotherapist and the fees may be eligible for reimbursement by some insurance companies. You can submit a claim to your company as a "therapeutic group yoga class for mental health taught by a Registered Psychotherapist”. Please confirm coverage directly with your insurer. While there may be invitations for reflection or brief sharing, the class is primarily yoga-based methods and not group talk therapy. As an adjunctive therapy, it is not intended as a replacement for working with a qualified therapist. Participants are encouraged to seek adjunctive treatment with a therapist to support the process of healing as needed.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the VIRTUAL option, you will attend all sessions online (via livestream in Zoom). If you prefer to have the option to attend in-person, please register for the IN-STUDIO listing of this course, but be aware that in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Come practice yoga with your baby in a supportive environment. This is a 6-week, pre-registered course for parents/caretakers and their little ones. A great way to get out of the house and enjoy some gentle exercise to take care of your body and connect with your baby in a community of other parents. We set up class in a circle, with a pile of toys and books for little ones to play with while parents get to enjoy some easy-going flow practice. Beginners welcome! Classes will take place in our ground floor studio, and you’re welcome to leave strollers on our porch.
** This class is intended for mobile babies between 9 months - 2 years old. If your baby is younger than this and hasn't started crawling yet, check out our Parent & Peanut course.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the VIRTUAL option, you will attend all sessions online (via livestream in Zoom). If you prefer to have the option to attend in-person, please register for the IN-STUDIO listing of this course, but be aware that in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$110+hst Standard Rate | $125+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Come practice yoga with your baby in a supportive environment and learn exercises to address and heal common core challenges after childbirth. This is a 6-week, pre-registered course for parents/caretakers and their babies. A great way to enjoy some gentle exercise to take care of your body and connect with your baby and a community of other parents. Beginners welcome!
*This course is intended for babies up to ~9 months. For very mobile babies and toddlers, please check out the Parent & Mini Mover course.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the VIRTUAL option, you will attend all sessions online (via livestream in Zoom). If you prefer to have the option to attend in-person, please register for the IN-STUDIO listing of this course, but be aware that in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Prepare for a more connected, grounded, and comfortable pregnancy, labor, and birth in this workshop designed for pregnant people and their birth partners. The presence and active support of a dedicated partner or support person can make a profound difference during labor and delivery. Together, you’ll deepen your trust and awareness of each other while building a toolkit of practical strategies to enhance comfort and confidence throughout the entire birthing process.
In this workshop, you will learn:
This workshop welcomes all couples or birth partners—whether romantic partners, family members, or close friends. The Branches is a 2SLGBTQ+ affirming, anti-racist, and size-inclusive space. Pregnant people at any stage are welcome, and no previous yoga experience is necessary.
Logistics: The in-person workshop takes place in our 3rd-floor studio (no elevator); an online option is available for greater accessibility. Space is limited to 10 pairs—please register early to secure your spot. Workshop registration includes access to the video recording for review and handouts.
Meet Your Instructors:
Lisa Beraldo (she/her) leads The Branches’ pre- and postnatal programming. Lisa discovered the power of yoga during her own pregnancy and holds a BA in Child and Youth Counseling and Family Work. She completed her 250-hour Yoga Teacher Training in 2020, Restorative Yoga Teacher Training in 2023, and Prenatal Yoga Teacher Training with the Prenatal Yoga Center in late 2023. When not teaching, Lisa enjoys hiking, camping, canoeing, and spending time with her partner and three children.
Weronika Walker (she/her) is a birth and postpartum doula, outdoor guide, and former paramedic and firefighter. Through Fern & Nettle Doula Services, she offers compassionate, inclusive care to families in the Waterloo Region. She believes that every person should have access to inclusive, full-spectrum reproductive health care and she strives to help her clients have the experiences they desire. Weronika loves witnessing people become parents and she feels grateful every time someone invites her to be a part of their journey. Outside of work, she loves outdoor adventures, reading, and foraging wild plants for food and medicine.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Focus on yourself and your own healing after pregnancy or birth. This course is a supportive space to reconnect to your non-pregnant body and your sense of self.
Reacquaint yourself with your post-pregnancy body by strengthening areas that have weakened and easing tension in areas that are overburdened, including your pelvic floor, glutes, hips, abdomen, back, chest, shoulders and neck.
Parenting is overwhelming, so rest assured that you are welcome to show up and connect to the community exactly as you are. This emotionally supportive space is just as much about easing your mind as it is healing your body.
Open to students once you are a minimum 6 weeks postpartum, whether you birthed vaginally or by C-section. There is no maximum time postpartum - it’s never too late to reconnect and heal after pregnancy.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the VIRTUAL option, you will attend all sessions online (via livestream in Zoom). If you prefer to have the option to attend in-person, please register for the IN-STUDIO listing of this course, but be aware that in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Are you yearning to reach overhead with comfort, bear weight on your hands with ease, progress your handstand or arm balance poses, or find your grip strength? These movements all require upper body joints that move well, and upper body muscles that can handle the load. Including a focus on your middle back, neck, shoulders, elbows and hands, this course will take you on a journey towards greater range of motion, suppleness and strength in your upper body.
Stretching isn’t going to cut it, so prepare to learn a lot, sweat and work hard, and find all the muscles you didn’t know you had. Sessions will include strong and precise exercises spanning modalities like yoga, calisthenics, locomotion and functional range conditioning.
Alissa loves how mobility practice can offer a foundation for greater freedom, strength, range, and resilience. Her mobility teachings have been greatly influenced by Leslie Stokman at The Branches, Cecily Milne of Yoga Detour, and Matt Thatcher of Rebel Performance with a bit of neuroplasticity peppered in. She is a Registered Yoga Detour™ Instructor, certified Love Your Brain Teacher, and obtained Neurorehabilitation certifications from Brock University. Students can expect to cultivate mind-body connection and nerd out about our bodies.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the VIRTUAL option, you will attend all sessions online (via livestream in Zoom). If you prefer to have the option to attend in-person, please register for the IN-STUDIO listing of this course, but be aware that in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
This course will offer clear and thoughtful modifications of poses for students with round bodies to make more of the poses and sequences of yoga accessible and doable.
Great for beginners and intermediate students, this course is aimed at creating a comfortable environment in which to build strength, flexibility, and balance, specifically with the round body in mind. This class is not about weight loss, but about honouring our bodies and creating an environment where all bodies can do all yoga postures. Beginners welcome.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the VIRTUAL option, you will attend all sessions online (via livestream in Zoom). If you prefer to have the option to attend in-person, please register for the IN-STUDIO listing of this course, but be aware that in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$60+hst Standard Rate | $75+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Yoga Foundations is a 4-week course that will introduce you to the unique way that we teach yoga at The Branches. Learn key principles that will apply to every pose and class, and leave the course well-equipped to join our drop-in classes. Classes will build progressively from week to week, and will incorporate mindfulness practices, attention to breath, and restorative poses to release tension and reduce stress. This course includes access to a video portal with resources to support your learning.
Brand-new beginners welcome!
Course Format: This course includes 4 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the VIRTUAL option, you will attend all sessions online (via livestream in Zoom). If you prefer to have the option to attend in-person, please register for the IN-STUDIO listing of this course, but be aware that in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Gentle movement, restorative practices, and community support for living with pain
Living with chronic pain can feel isolating and overwhelming — but movement and connection can offer pathways to ease and self-compassion. Over six weeks, this course provides a safe, nurturing space to explore gentle movement, breath awareness, and restorative yoga, helping to soothe the nervous system and build a more trusting relationship with your body.
Each week includes accessible, adaptable yoga postures paired with breath and mindfulness techniques, alongside optional group discussion to share insights or simply listen. This course honors your pace, your experience, and your boundaries — with no pressure to disclose or perform.
Yoga for Chronic Pain is led by Lisa Beraldo. She brings deep empathy and understanding from her own journey with Rheumatoid Arthritis. Lisa’s teaching emphasizes choice, agency, and self-compassion in a “no shame” space.
No prior yoga experience is necessary.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the VIRTUAL option, you will attend all sessions online (via livestream in Zoom). If you prefer to have the option to attend in-person, please register for the IN-STUDIO listing of this course, but be aware that in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$110+hst Standard Rate | $125+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Come practice yoga with your baby in a supportive environment and learn exercises to address and heal common core challenges after childbirth. This is a 6-week, pre-registered course for parents/caretakers and their babies. A great way to enjoy some gentle exercise to take care of your body and connect with your baby and a community of other parents. Beginners welcome!
*This course is intended for babies up to ~9 months. For very mobile babies and toddlers, please check out the Parent & Mini Mover course.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the VIRTUAL option, you will attend all sessions online (via livestream in Zoom). If you prefer to have the option to attend in-person, please register for the IN-STUDIO listing of this course, but be aware that in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$80+hst Standard Rate | $100+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
What is yoga nidra? Yoga nidra is a paradoxical meditative state of conscious sleep; a beautiful space where we may come home to our Hearts.
Many beautiful treasures can be encountered as we practice: healthy sleep cycles, release of old tensions, emotional resilience, intuitive insights, and even creative ideas to name a few… that said, what happens in your yoga nidra space is for you to uncover, and you can trust that your body’s wisdom will extract exactly what it needs from each practice—without any effort on your part. Yoga nidra is typically practiced in a resting position, so you may simply lie back, lightly listen to the sound of my guidance, and let the magic unfold.
About Kimberley Luu I’m a therapeutic yoga teacher specializing in yoga nidra. With healing justice at the foundation of my teaching and practice, my aim is to facilitate restorative experiences that help soothe the collective wounds which systems of oppression burden our bodies daily.
I began practicing yoga in 2008 and discovered yoga nidra specifically six years later during my graduate studies—a period marked heavily by chronic insomnia and exhaustion. Yoga nidra helped me find solace and rest during this difficult time, and has since expanded to support me through my creative work, relationships, community engagements, and spiritual practice.
After much personal exploration, I completed my Therapeutic, Restorative, and Yin Yoga Teacher Trainings with Felicia Pavlovic and Ante Pavlovic at Yoga Therapy Toronto. Soon after, I completed my Yoga Nidra Teacher Training with Uma Dinsmore-Tuli and Nirlipta Tuli at Total Yoga Nidra. In addition to my trainers, I am gratefully influenced by leaders in trauma-sensitive yoga, including Nicole Brown Faulknor, Sheila Singh, and Yoli Maya Yeh. My pronouns are she/ her.
Course Format: This course includes 4 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the VIRTUAL option, you will attend all sessions online (via livestream in Zoom). If you prefer to have the option to attend in-person, please register for the IN-STUDIO listing of this course, but be aware that in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Prenatal yoga will leave you feeling strong, relaxed, and more connected to yourself and your baby. Our classes go beyond simply modifying yoga poses. With an emphasis on strength, breathing, gentle stretches and community connection, this course can help prepare your mind and body for birth and parenting.
Each session will include poses that bring balance and alignment to your pelvis, pelvic floor, and pelvic and uterine ligaments. Through yoga asana, students can safely encounter strong sensations, and alongside that, discover the coping skills that work best for you and can later be applied to moments of physical or mental discomfort, like during labour and early parenthood. This mindful approach to yoga practice will leave you feeling ready for whatever lies ahead in pregnancy, birth, and beyond.
We empower students to continuously learn about pregnancy, the birthing process and early parenthood. Our practice sessions are grounded in a welcoming and open environment that celebrates the value of community as you explore this current chapter of life. This class is exclusively for pregnant people (not a partners’ class).
Beginners to yoga and any stage of pregnancy are welcome.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the VIRTUAL option, you will attend all sessions online (via livestream in Zoom). If you prefer to have the option to attend in-person, please register for the IN-STUDIO listing of this course, but be aware that in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
$120+hst Standard Rate | $145+hst Community Supporter
Subsidized Rate: 20% off the Standard Rate (for more information on how to access the subsidized rate, visit our Sliding Scale Pricing webpage)
Prenatal yoga will leave you feeling strong, relaxed, and more connected to yourself and your baby. Our classes go beyond simply modifying yoga poses. With an emphasis on strength, breathing, gentle stretches and community connection, this course can help prepare your mind and body for birth and parenting.
Each session will include poses that bring balance and alignment to your pelvis, pelvic floor, and pelvic and uterine ligaments. Through yoga asana, students can safely encounter strong sensations, and alongside that, discover the coping skills that work best for you and can later be applied to moments of physical or mental discomfort, like during labour and early parenthood. This mindful approach to yoga practice will leave you feeling ready for whatever lies ahead in pregnancy, birth, and beyond.
We empower students to continuously learn about pregnancy, the birthing process and early parenthood. Our practice sessions are grounded in a welcoming and open environment that celebrates the value of community as you explore this current chapter of life. This class is exclusively for pregnant people (not a partners’ class).
Beginners to yoga and any stage of pregnancy are welcome.
Course Format: This course includes 6 interactive, weekly sessions offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the VIRTUAL option, you will attend all sessions online (via livestream in Zoom). If you prefer to have the option to attend in-person, please register for the IN-STUDIO listing of this course, but be aware that in-person spots are limited.
Course participants will also receive access to a virtual Course Portal that includes recordings of the weekly sessions, and a set of on-demand video practices specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the Course Portal for 90 days.
Courses scheduled on Saturday, Sunday or Monday will not meet during holiday long weekends.
Deepen your yoga practice with dedicated learning opportunities. Whether you are seeking an approach to yoga that works for your body, or you want to focus on a specific area like postures and breathing, yoga philosophy, yoga ayurveda or self-care, we’ve got a teacher who wants to dive deep with you! Our staff are passionate life-long learners who love to share approachable practices with their students.
Drop-in passes and memberships do not apply to courses and workshops. Each course or workshop must be registered for separately
Courses: Our courses inlcude 4-6 interactive, weekly sessions. This approach allows for a progressive experience and/or a deeper exploration of topics. In addition, course participants receive access to a virtual course portal that includes recordings of any live-streamed classes, and a set of on-demand video practices and other learning materials specially selected to complement the course. To allow plenty of time to explore these offerings, all participants will have access to the course portal for 90 days. All participants will recieve an email a day or two before the course begins with information on studio policies, how to join a class virtually, and how to access the course portal.
Hybrid Courses - Many of our courses have the option to join in-studio or virtually, so be sure to read the course title & description carefully when you sign up. By registering for the IN-STUDIO option of a hybrid course, you may choose to attend each session in-person or online. If you prefer to attend all the sessions online, please register for the VIRTUAL listing of the course as in-person spots are limited.
In-Studio Courses - Courses with only an IN-STUDIO listing will not include a virtual participation option, and class sessions will not be recorded.
Workshops: Our workshops are single modules that either introduce a concept that supports your regular practice, or dives deep into a special topic to stoke your curiosity. Workshops come with additional take-home handouts and video replay access to solidify your learning.
**In the event of a mandated shut down due to COVID, workshops courses will pivot to virtual livestream classes or will be postponed, depending on the nature of the practice. Registration fees will not be refunded.
COURSES
Prenatal Yoga
Yoga for Round Bodies
Meditation for Resilient Living
Beyond Flexibility: Mobility for Yoga & Athletics
Yoga for Trauma Recovery
WORKSHOPS
Free Your Feet
Strength & Fun with Resistance Bands
Building A Home Practice
Peace In, Peace Out: Pranayama and Breath
Downward Dog in Depth
These policies apply to courses and workshops that are valued at $150 or less (before taxes).
Fees will be returned as follows:
With notice of 7 days or longer: 100% studio credit -or- a refund less a $15 fee.
With notice of 6 days to 24 hours: 50% studio credit
No refunds of any kind will be given for no-shows or for less than 24 hours notice.
If you contact us in advance to make arrangements to have a friend take your spot, we may be able to adjust which type of refund you are eligible for. Except in extenuating circumstances, no refunds of any kind will be granted if notice is given once the course or workshop has begun.
These policies apply to retreats, workshops, or intensives which are 5 hours or longer and/or valued at $150 or higher (before taxes). Does not apply to YTT.
Fees will be returned as follows:
With notice of 30 days or longer: 100% studio credit -or- 75% refund of the total value of the program which has been paid or is due.
With notice of 29 days to 7 days in advance: 75% studio credit -or- 50% refund of the total value of the program which has been paid or is due.
No credit or refunds will be given for no-shows or for less than 7 days notice.
Contact us in advance to make arrangements to have a friend take your spot, and we may be able to adjust which type of refund you are eligible for. Except for extenuating circumstances, no refunds of any kind will be granted if notice is given once the retreat, long workshop, or intensive has begun.