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Beginner-friendly
  • IN-STUDIO YTT Info Session

    with Leena
    Details

    FREE

    Bring your questions and curiosities about our Yoga Teacher Training program to this info session. Meet our core faculty and chat with other prospective students.

    When you register for this session, you'll receive a confirmation email with a promo code to redeem a free Guest Pass that can be used to attend one Drop-In class. We suggest you make a night of it and attend the 5:45pm Slow Flow class just before the info session.

     

     

    Thu, May 22
    7:30 PM – 8:30 PM
  • Yoga with Cello in the Park

    with Leena
    Details
    Cost: FREE
     
    Register to RSVP and receive email reminders or just show up on the date!
     
    Join us for a yoga class under the trees, listening to the rich and moving sounds of a live cello. Explore embodied listening as you flow through poses and connect with all of your senses. Beginners are welcome. Bring your own mat or blanket, or come early to borrow one of ours.

    Two dates only*:
    Sunday May 25, 4:30-5:30pm @ Civic Centre Park
    Sunday June 1, 4:30-5:30pm @ Civic Centre Park

    *If we get rained out, the classes will be rescheduled to:
    Wednesday June 4, 5:30-6:30pm @ Civic Centre Park
    Wednesday June 11, 5:30-6:30pm @ Civic Centre Park

    Sun, May 25
    4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
  • Yoga with Cello in the Park

    with The Branches
    Details
    Cost: FREE
     
    Register to RSVP and receive email reminders or just show up on the date!
     
    Join us for a yoga class under the trees, listening to the rich and moving sounds of a live cello. Explore embodied listening as you flow through poses and connect with all of your senses. Beginners are welcome. Bring your own mat or blanket, or come early to borrow one of ours.

    Two dates only*:
    Sunday May 25, 4:30-5:30pm @ Civic Centre Park
    Sunday June 1, 4:30-5:30pm @ Civic Centre Park

    *If we get rained out, the classes will be rescheduled to:
    Wednesday June 4, 5:30-6:30pm @ Civic Centre Park
    Wednesday June 11, 5:30-6:30pm @ Civic Centre Park

    Sun, Jun 1
    4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
  • OUTDOOR / INDOOR Summer Solstice: Reflect & Restore

    with Wendy
    Details

    $28+hst Standard Rate | $35+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)

    Celebrate the longest day of the year with a special outdoor Restorative Yoga class. Restorative yoga is a practice of resting in comfortable, supported poses with props such as bolsters and blankets. In this practice, we’ll explore themes of Ritual, Release, and Renewal, through gentle movement, restorative shapes and self-reflection. Use this practice as a way to nurture your inner flame - helping the body and mind find calm.

    Weather permitting, the practice will take place on our beautiful yoga deck. If not, class will simply be inside, in our Sky Studio. Please bring along two large towels and a yoga mat. All other props provided.

    Format: This workshop will be offered in-person only. OUTDOOR / INDOOR classes will be held outside on the studio deck when the weather is nice, but will move inside when it is rainy or too hot to practice outside.
     
    Fri, Jun 20
    7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
  • Family Yoga & Picnic in the Park

    with Lisa
    Details
    Cost: FREE

    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

    Sun, Jul 6
    4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
  • OUTDOOR / INDOOR Partner Yoga Playshop

    with Carin
    Details

    **Price listed is per pair

    $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)

    Join Carin and Matt for a creative way to connect with a partner, family member or friend, and have double the fun in your yoga practice. We will do light-hearted poses redesigned for two and help each other experience stretches, balance, and relaxation.

    No prior yoga experience necessary, beginners welcome! Please sign-up in advance to avoid disappointment. Weather permitting, the workshop will take place on our beautiful yoga deck. If not, class will simply be inside, in our Sky Studio. Please bring along a large towel and a yoga mat. All other props provided.

    Format: This workshop will be offered in-person only. OUTDOOR / INDOOR classes will be held outside on the studio deck when the weather is nice, but will move inside when it is rainy or too hot to practice outside.
    Fri, Jul 11
    7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
  • Family Yoga & Picnic in the Park

    with Carin
    Details
    Cost: FREE

    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

    Sun, Jul 13
    4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
  • Family Yoga & Picnic in the Park

    with Lisa
    Details
    Cost: FREE

    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

    Sun, Jul 20
    4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
  • IN-STUDIO Rainbow Restorative Yoga (2SLGBTQIA+ exclusive space)

    with Angela
    Details
    $32+hst Community Supporter | $20+hst Standard Rate | $8+hst Subsidized Rate
     
    Rainbow Restorative Yoga is an affinity space for 2SLGBTQIA+ community to land and find rest together. Restorative yoga is a practice of resting in comfortable, supported poses with props such as bolsters and blankets. These shapes can help the body, mind, and breath to calm and relax. Led by a queer-identified teacher, this class is an opportunity for slowing down, deep rejuvenation, and self-care.

    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.

    Format: This workshop will be offered in a hybrid (virtual and in-person) format. By registering for the IN-STUDIO option, you are reserving an in-person spot at the studio. If you prefer to attend the workshop online, please register for the VIRTUAL listing as in-person spots are limited.
    Fri, Jul 25
    7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
  • Family Yoga & Picnic in the Park

    with Carin
    Details
    Cost: FREE

    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

    Sun, Jul 27
    4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
  • IN-STUDIO Tarot as a Tool for Self-Reflection

    with Wendy
    Details

    $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.


    Format: This workshop will take place IN-STUDIO only.
    Sun, Aug 10
    3:00 PM – 5:30 PM
  • IN-STUDIO LGBTQ2S+ Teens: Back-to-School Movement & Mindfulness (ages 12-17)

    with Lisa
    Details

    $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.

    Format: This workshop will take place IN-STUDIO only.

    PLEASE REVIEW THE FOLLOWING POLICIES PRIOR TO REGISTERING

    NOTIFICATION OF DISABILITY & SPECIAL NEEDS
    Communication is imperative to create a safe and inclusive environment for everyone. Please contact The Branches prior to registering to discuss your child’s needs.

    The Branches is unable to provide any:

    • Personal care support (e.g. administering medication, toileting, feeding)
    • 1:1 Behavioural support to participate in programs
    • Support for any violent and aggressive behaviours

    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.

    Sun, Aug 17
    2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
  • IN-STUDIO Building Your Back-to-School Anxiety Toolkit: a workshop for teens (ages 12+) and their parents

    with Jennifer
    Details

    **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

    NOTIFICATION OF DISABILITY & SPECIAL NEEDS
    Communication is imperative to create a safe and inclusive environment for everyone. Please contact The Branches prior to registering to discuss your child’s needs.

    The Branches is unable to provide any:

    • Personal care support (e.g. administering medication, toileting, feeding)
    • 1:1 Behavioural support to participate in programs
    • Support for any violent and aggressive behaviours

    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.

    Sun, Aug 24
    7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Beginner-friendly
Beginner-friendly
  • VIRTUAL YTT Info Session

    with Leena
    Details

    Bring your questions and curiosities about our Yoga Teacher Training program to this info session. Meet our core faculty and chat with other prospective students. The session will take place virtually, using Zoom. We'll send everyone an email with the link to join the session 20-30min before it starts.


    When you register for this session, you'll receive a confirmation email with a promo code to redeem a free Guest Pass that can be used to attend one of our Drop-In classes. We suggest you attend a class before the session to get a feel for our approach to teaching.

    Thu, Jul 10
    7:30 PM – 8:30 PM

What Students Are Saying About Our Courses

I learned helpful modifications for yoga poses. It felt like a safe space for people in larger bodies and our needs were met and understood. This course was a great introduction to The Branches yoga studio and I will be returning!

Re: Yoga for Round Bodies

Karina L

I learned how important feet and ankles are for balance, and I improved a lot. I went cross-country skiing last weekend, and felt I had better control and stability than I've had for years, and I think it is all about strengthening my feet and ankles and hips. I also really liked that there were many suggestions every week on how to build in these exercises into daily life. Linda is experienced at giving instructions... the clear verbal instructions were very important.

Re: Yoga for Dynamic Aging

Arli K

I gained a way to calm "The Sunday Nights." I would recommend this course to others. It was very relaxing, it made me take time to rejuvenate and calm myself before another busy week.

Re: Deep Relaxation: Stretching & Restorative Yoga

Jenn

I learned the importance of mobility and range of motion for my joints, strength, and yoga practice. I gained lots of new exercises to incorporate into my fitness schedule. I would absolutely recommend this course to others. Mobility seems to be an undervalued form of fitness and is very important.

Re: Beyond Flexbility: Upper Body Mobility

Tasha

I have taken many classes with Nadine, and I've learned at least one thing from each one, eg. acceptance of where I am at, physically and mentally, at that particular time. As an experienced teacher, Nadine is an excellent instructor, always encouraging us to trust our own reactions, while introducing elements that are new and challenging along with others that are familiar and comforting.

Re: Yoga for Mental Health

BH

I learned so much! Working through trauma takes time. The more work you do the more you will understand and grow. Trauma is helplessness trapped in the body. Loved this course. Thank you so much for offering it. The teacher was fabulous.

Re: Embodiment for Trauma Recovery

Anonymous

I liked the flexibility of in-person or virtual.

​​Very easy to follow along and educational.

Really appreciated being able to access the videos at a later date.

Specialty Yoga to Expand Your Practice


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.

ABOUT OUR WORKSHOP & COURSE FORMATS:

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.

Some of our past offerings:

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

Cancellation & Refund Policies

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.