Brookside Wellness Centre
Our February Schedule is Here
There have been a LOT of changes going on these last few months. At BWC we all firmly believe that what we have to offer in terms of our classes and workshops will help you build your tools of resilience and flexibility to battle whatever life throws at you. You will be well cared for by all of our teachers, whatever class you choose.
Please pay attention to our Facebook page for any last minute changes, additions or cancellations. Pre-registration is a MUST for all classes as class sizes are limited due to the pandemic. All Covid protocols are in place so you can relax and feel safe in our beautiful, calming studio.
Class Descriptions
Please contact the individual teacher to PRE REGISTER for ALL classes due to current limitations on class sizes, or with any questions you may have about that class
Yoga Classes: $15/class drop-in rate ($12/class seniors & students)
Savings: 5-class punch cards are available from your teacher
Payment: E transfer or Cash (E Transfer is preferred)
REGULAR CLASSES
Beth's Chair class
Chair yoga is perfect for those with arthritis/ limited mobility, previous injury and vertigo
Feel supported and held safely in this gentle yet effective chair yoga class. By moving with a gentle flow that matches our breath, we will release neck, shoulder and back tension. While seated we will also find release in foot and toe movements that will help stimulate our overall senses
With Beth W.- bethwhalenyoga@gmail.com
Beth offers services in both English and French
Margo's Chair class *** returning to schedule in March***
Chair Yoga with Margo combines both fully seated and chair or wall supported standing poses and provides a wonderful stretching and strengthening experience for challenged bodies.
Gentle movement, deep breathing, and an awareness of posture are key elements. A few strengthening exercises and meditative relaxation complete each class.
With Margo-margo.chairyoga@gmail.com or text, 902 955 1467
Flow Yoga
One of the most popular styles of Yoga-Flow yoga develops strength and flexibility through continuous and fluid guided movement as you flow through creative sequences. Classes are designed for all ages and levels-from beginner to seasoned yogis and are 60 minutes in length
With Beth O- bethyoga4@gmail.com
Flow and Let Go ***returning to schedule once back in Yellow***
The first half of this class will combine movement with poses which build strength and endurance. Then we will ease into a series of yin poses to improve flexibility and enhance energy flow. The practice aims to promote a balance of effort and ease.
With Cynthia-samking@nb.sympatico.ca
Lunch Break Yoga (Gentle Kripalu Yoga) ***returning to schedule once back in Yellow***
In this class Betsy will relax you from your morning and send you back for your afternoon by utilizing gentle Kripalu Yoga which incorporates the practice of learning to be fully present in the moment. It's a form of training yourself to use deliberate muscles through breathing and helps move you toward a state of compassionate, non judgmental awareness. In essence this yoga helps you to "stay present" both on and off the yoga mat. This class is appropriate for all levels
With Betsy- betsy@yogabybetsy.com
Intro to Yoga
This six week session is an introduction to foundational yoga poses - we will break down each pose, working slowly to show proper alignment of the body. You will improve flexibility, strength, and balance while learning to move with your breath, connect mind with body, improving overall health and happiness, and reducing stress. I will help you to become more confident and successful in your yoga practice.
With Denise- deneneyoga@gmail.com
Kundalini Yoga ***returning to schedule at a later date***
Kundalini Yoga as taught by Yogi Bhajan is a powerful technology for personal transformation. Profound effects and benefits can be experienced in just a single practice. This practice is accessible to all body types, as any of the postures can be substituted with visualization and breath coordination.
Each Kundalini Yoga class will consist of several components:
-Pranayama (Breathwork)
-Kriya (a series of physical movements designed to bring about a desired effect, of which there are many)
-Deep relaxation
-Meditation
There are a myriad of Kundalini Yoga meditations which are generally more involved than simply sitting still and observing your thoughts. These meditations can involve movement, mudra (hand position), mantra, and chanting. We will typically deeply relax for 7 minutes, followed by an 11 minute meditation.
Tea will be served after class and everyone will have an opportunity to connect with one another and to share from their experience.
With Luke- yogamckim@gmail.com
Meditation @ Noon
This is a drop in class for experienced meditators and those with no prior experience. Come and share a guided half hour meditation in our lovely space with Shiona, and experience the benefit of quieting the mind and body.
Entrance is by donation
With Shiona- mindfulnessandyourhealth@gmail.com
Cynthia's Yin class
Come and stretch out the connective tissue in these delicious classes, These long holds, done low to the ground, in seated or lying postures, ground and release the body and soothe the mind.
With Cynthia- samking@nb.sympatico.ca
Emelie's Yin class
Yin yoga is a contemplative and calming practise. There are no standing poses; the work is done slowly and poses are held for five minutes, or longer, to allow us to reach the connective tissues of the body - fascia, tendons, ligaments and bones - and to stimulate the movement of chi, or energy, along the meridians to the organs.
With Emelie- yayayoga.emelie@gmail.com
Candace's Yin class
These Sunday offerings are all about quieting the mind, settling into our heart center, allowing our body's the opportunity to release all tension we've been carrying and letting it all wash away. Starting out our week without a worry in the world, creating a peacefulness that carries forward as we tackle our day to day lives. Give yourself the gift of stillness while we support our body in this journey.
With Candace- healing@shiftinglightstudio.com
Pamela's Yin class *** NEW CLASS***
Mat to Mind
Join Pamela on for a gentle Mat to Mind flow blending stillness and movement. We will gently move between short-hold Yin forms and basic Yang poses bringing awareness to the mysterious machinery of our bodies from tip-toes to crown. We will work together to build strength, improve balance, increase flexibility and create a greater awareness of well-being. This class is suitable for all levels of yoga experience.
Yin
A practice designed to allow us to become aware of the deeper tissues in our bodies, including our bones, joints, ligaments and the network of fascia that holds everything together. We come into and out of Yin forms slowly and hold them for 3-5 minutes (longer with continued practice). Holding position enables us to take stock of what we feel, make adjustments as appropriate, then relax into stillness in the form creating space where stresses have bunched our fibres. Just as no two bodies are alike, our left and right sides are not alike so the use of props in this practice ensures a deeper experience. No 2 students will look alike in any form. Suitable for all levels of experience.
With Pamela- hamilton.pj9@gmail.com
Yoga 4 Cancer (will return to schedule at a later date)
Yoga 4 Cancer method is gentle and restorative. Additionally, it is an evidence-informed style focusing on the scientific foundation of movement and breath as well as focusing on the special needs of cancer patients or survivors. Yoga 4 Cancer is a global network of trained teachers, resources, research initiatives and strong partnerships that are focused on providing the quality of support cancer survivors need and want. As a Yoga 4 Cancer trained teacher and cancer survivor, I am aware of and understand the cautions and risks in generic yoga styles for cancer survivors. This provides a unique perspective on which postures (asanas) work best, and which DO NOT WORK and could be harmful. The immune system, including the lymphatic system, cardiovascular system, digestive system, skeletal/muscular system, respiration system and nervous system are all relative to the movements with Yoga 4 Cancer. Cancer takes your breath away… yoga gives it back. Allow several months of weekly Yoga 4 Cancer practice to feel the long-term changes within you. (https://y4c.com)
With Betsy- betsy@yogabybetsy.com
Kripalu Yoga and Yoga 4 Cancer certified and member of Yoga Alliance.
Yoga Nidra
Yoga Nidra is deep rest for the body, mind and spirit. Similar to guided meditation, this practice is a restorative style of yoga that takes the student beyond relaxation accessing all levels of being. Sandy has been guiding students to calmness and wellbeing for ten years, helping them access deep peace, intuition and joy. In addition, as a Reiki Master/Teacher, Sandy holds space for her students using ancient symbols to help transmit Universal healing energy. Nothing to do but lie down, listen and receive.
No experience is necessary
With Sandy- sandyjlund@yahoo.com
SPECIAL OFFERINGS
Rest, Renew & Restore
Join Dr Shiona McIntosh and Sandy Lund as they bring together their healing disciplines for an afternoon of rest and self care. Guided meditation, gentle movement of release, restorative yoga and yoga nidra are all ingredients for nourishment and quieting the mind, body and soul. Say yes to stillness, rest and renewal in a season of giving. And know that it is always right to give to yourself.
With Shiona and Sandy- please email sandyjlund@yahoo.com to pre-register
Cost- 45$
Limited to 9 participants
I Rest Yoga Nidra *** beginning January 23rd*** Four week series
A meditative "sleep" that brings total relaxation to the body and deep rest and peace to the mind. Superb for managing all levels of daily stresses, anxiety and trauma. Ideal for anybody. To read more, please follow this link- IRI_Flyer_02_Series.pdf. Please note you can attend any of these classes as a drop in, and do not have to register for all four.
With Nancy- lavalee@nbnet.nb.ca
A Treat for You
Join Shiona and Margo for this mid winter mini vacation. We will offer a gentle Chair Yoga class set to music, Mindfulness Meditation and more!
25$/person
With Shiona and Margo- margo.chairyoga@gmail.com
Yoga & Mindfulness Four Week Series
Join Shiona and Beth W in this 4 week series where you can immerse yourself in these ancient sister disciplines. Be prepared to move mindfully with breath, and to learn different mindfulness meditations to help you acquaint yourself with the inner workings of your mind. Also be prepared to release and relax as you become more in touch with your present moment experience.
120$/person
With Shiona and Beth- bethwhalenyoga@gmail.com
Mindfulness
WHAT IS MINDFULNESS?
Mindfulness is all about learning to stay connected to the current moment and increasing your awareness of ingrained patterns of thinking and behaviour. If we can learn to recognize when our “doing mind” takes over, this will allow us to respond rather than react to whatever situation it is that we are in. Think of all the wasted mental energy spent dwelling in the past or living in the future. Both of these patterns of thinking can take away from our life which is unfolding only in the present moment.
MINDFULNESS 8 week program
with Dr. Shiona McIntosh
To Sign Up: go to www.bwcfredericton.com or to Mindfulness tab at Menu Bar
Hypnotherapy
Quantum Hypnosis sessions with Carla 'Kat' Sheppard are currently available online and in person (with safety measures in place)
Discover yourself with this deep regression technique to allow health, love and joy into your everyday life. Bring your questions on health, relationships, life missions and mystical experiences to your sessions.
To book an appointment with Carla, or to obtain more information, please contact Carla at katshep444@gmail.com
Our Specialists
We have assembled a diverse array of talent to serve a wide spectrum of wellness needs. Please browse the bios below to learn more about our wonderful practitioners. BWC is grateful to our dedicated teachers!
To read more, hover over each portrait to be taken to their complete bio.
Shiona McIntosh-Mindfulness teacher
mindfulnessandyourhealth@gmail.com
Meditation @ Noon
Mindful MDs
MBSR 8 week program
Flow Yoga
Introduction to Yoga
Beth Whalen- yoga teacher, Mindfulness Practices
bethwhalenyoga@gmail.com
Chair Yoga
Yin Yoga
Gentle Kripalu Yoga & Yoga 4 Cancer
Sandy Lund-yoga Teacher
sandyjlund@gmail.com
Yoga Nidra
Flow & Let Go, Yin Yoga
Margo Bent- Chair yoga instructor
margo.chairyoga@gmail.com
Chair Yoga
Candace Raynes-yoga teacher
healing@shiftinglightstudio.com
Yin Yoga
Pamela Hamilton-yoga teacher
hamilton.pj9@gmail.com
Yin Yoga
Bev Matthewson-yoga teacher
beveyom@gmail.com
Lunchtime Breather
Nancy Anderson-Guest yoga teacher
lavalee@nbnet.nb.ca
I Rest Yoga Nidra
Carla "Kat" Sheppard-Quantum Hypnosis
katshep444@gmail.com
Kayte Turner- yoga teacher
yoga.kayte@gmail.com
Yin Yoga
Luke McKim-yoga teacher
yogamckim@gmail.com
Kundalini Yoga
What changes have been made to BWC operations due to Covid-19?
Coming to BWC? Here’s what you need to know:
-if you have any symptoms suggestive of Covid-19, please stay home and call 811 for further instructions
-we are restricting use of some of our studio yoga props at this time. Please bring the following items to class with you if you can. Consider packing your yoga bag ahead of time with these necessary items:
-yoga mat
-warm, heavy blanket
-towel to cover neck pillows
-Queen or King sized pillowcase(s) to place over your yoga bolster
-water bottle
-We must limit class sizes due to Covid-19. Therefore we are requiring that you email your teacher beforehand to secure a spot. You will be asked to e transfer payment for your classes ahead of time (if possible) to allow us a more cash-less system, and to allow for more efficiency at the door as you arrive
-Please arrive 15 minutes before your class to allow all students and teacher time to get settled. We also need to review Covid screening with you before you enter the studio. Two people are allowed in the lobby at one time.
-When you arrive at BWC, markers have been placed to remind you to physically distance six feet from each other at all times.
-Masks are now mandatory for yoga classes during Orange phase. However, there may be some times during classes when masks can be safely removed.
-You must sanitize your hands at the door when you arrive, and also before you take any props from the prop room
-There will only be one person in the prop room at a time. Please be patient as you wait your turn.
-After class, all BWC gear that you used is to be left on the studio floor. Your teacher will clean everything and put it away, according to protocol
-Please come back as often as you can and take your lessons from the yoga mat home with you to share with others! Thank You!!
Mindfulness & Yoga- We are only open during scheduled class/workshop times. You are welcome to drop in to attend classes but if you have questions it is best to contact us prior to a visit as teachers will often be teaching and unavailable for general inquiries.
For Carla- please contact Carla to set up an appointment. Daytime hours and online sessions available.
Due to Covid-19, you must pre register for all classes due to space restrictions. Please get in touch with the teacher of the class you'd like to attend, and they will let you know if there is a space for you.
Mindfulness 8 week program requires pre-registration via the website at www.bwcfredericton.com
Hypnosis sessions- contact Carla at katshep444@gmail.com
DUE TO COVID-19 we are restricting access to our studio props. Please see the list of instructions included in the FAQ question about changes in BWC operations. Use of studio blocks,straps and bolsters still available but you must bring a pillowcase or towel in order to use our bolsters and neck pillows. Thank you for your patience as we all work through this together
We use natural unscented products to clean the studio and props. We occasionally host an essential oil workshop, but do not use diffusers in the studio on a regular basis.
Please be aware of the effect your scented body products may have on others!
Brookside Mall 435 Brookside Dr, Fredericton, NB E3A 8V4, Canada
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