Brookside Wellness Centre
December Schedule
There have been a LOT of things to adjust to these last two years. At BWC we 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 still a MUST as is distancing within the studio. Please see our Student Information Page for a review of the current protocols. You can contact your teacher with any additional questions or concerns.
Class Descriptions
Please contact the individual teacher to PRE-REGISTER for ALL classes or with any questions you may have about that class
Yoga Classes: variable prices, see Teacher Information page. If no price specified, 15$ for adults/ 12$ student or senior
Payment: E transfer or Cash (E Transfer is preferred)
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.
Mondays 11:00 am September 25 - December 11th
Wednesdays 1:00 pm September 20 - December 13th
Cost is 12$/class
Pre-registration is required.
With Margo: margo.chairyoga@gmail.com
Chair Yoga and More (Facebook)
text - 902 955 1467
Join Sherry Younker RMT, RYT for this 75 minute class. This class is designed to slowly build from the ground up. We'll start wtih preparing the body and breath, and stack and flow the basic poses to a peak that is both accessible and nourishing. We'll then wind the mindbody down and complete the class with slow stretches and deep rest practices to restore and balance the system. Classes will have an area of focus each week, but will move and breathe the entire body. Some yoga experience required. Flows may be modified or omitted to suit your needs, but we will spend time on the wrists and knees. The final rest pose will be an extended restorative practice to best prepare for sleep. I can't wait to practice with you!
Pre-registration is required to secure your space. Space for drop-in attendance may vary week to week. Please email Sherry.younker@gmail.com a minimum of 6 hours prior to class to confirm availability.
Investment: $80 +HST for 5 weeks, or $20 to drop in.
Registration Link here.
With Sherry Sherry.younker@gmail.com
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 Denise- deneneyoga@gmail.com
Gentle yoga is a wonderful way to increase flexibility and strength, reduce stress, and become more balanced in all aspects of your life. As a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) Betsy can provide beginners with a great deal of insight and guidance as you practice yoga. Betsy will answer your questions during your class, as well as help you achieve the proper posture for each pose in a knowledgeable yet kind, friendly, and compassionate environment.
Through various key postures, each class will focus on:
• Basics and Foundations of Yoga
• Injury Prevention
• Grounding Techniques
• Self-awareness Development
• Immune System Strengthening
• Breath, Mindfulness & Meditation Techniques
• Breakdown Proper Alignment of Postures (Asanas)
• Explore Mental, Emotional & Energetic Effects
With Betsy- betsy@yogabybetsy.com
This is a guided mid-week Mindfulness meditation to help you connect with present moment awareness through guided seated meditation. Mindfulness means paying attention to the present moment with openness and curiosity and a willingness to be with things as they are. Open to the public and no prior meditation experience is required.
Entrance is by donation.
If you'd like to participate virtually, I'd love to have you join us. Please email ahead of time to pre-register, and I'll give you the Zoom link. If you are making a donation, you can e-transfer to the email address listed below. Please sign on at least by 12:10 so I can start the class on time at 12:15.
With Shiona- mindfulnessandyourhealth@gmail.com
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 uses Restorative Yoga postures to prepare the body rest and surrender. Sandy has been guiding students to calmness and wellbeing since 2008 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
Regular classes during the week are 60 minutes. Longer 90 minute classes on occasion
With Sandy- sandyjlund@yahoo.com
A 90-min Yin Yoga practice suitable for all ages and experience levels. This practice is designed to create awareness of the deeper tissues including the network of fascia that connects our bones, ligaments, tendons and muscles and supports the organs. We move into and out of the postures slowly and hold them for 3-7 minutes. Holding a position enables us to take stock of what and where we feel sensations, adjust as appropriate and then relax into stillness in the posture. Breath Coaching is also provided which helps us focus on specific areas of tension and recover mobility where it has been lost. No two bodies are alike and in fact our bodies are different left to right. This practice ensures a deeper experience for each student - no two will look alike in any posture and we use props to suit each individual experience.
With Pamela- hamilton.pj9@gmail.com
Let's celebrate the winter solstice in sacred space together.
Sliding Scale: $25-40 (plus $35 if you would like to take home your cacao/tea mug)
Register via email to: earthsolceramics@gmail.com
Let your cares go and sink into the relaxing and healing sounds of resonant instruments, infused with a little chanting, reiki and drumming.
Together we will raise our vibrations and let our inner moonbeams shine brightly!
About Sound Journeys:
Sound journeys massage our bodies, minds and spirits with healing sounds. This can help our noisy "monkey minds" get quiet as we shift to a Theta brainwave state from our usual Beta and Alpha states.
This is where we relax deeply and experience peace and healing on a cellular level.
What to expect:
Plan on relaxing in a way that ordinary life can make it hard to do. Come without expectations of yourself or others and bring an open mind and heart.
We will set our personal intentions, and direct our collective energy to release our inner light and highest frequency for the world.
This will be a sensory fusion of nature sounds and deep vibrations. A 32" wind gong, crystal and Tibetan singing bowls, chimes, Ocean Drum, hand drum, bells and more will be used during this sound meditation experience to bathe you in beautiful resonance!
To register: transform.holistichealth@gmail.com
Ayurvedic Services- with Janet McGeachy
506 461 9520-text or call to book
OFFERING DESCRIPTIONS:
Abhyanga
A traditional Ayurvedic full-body massage may reduce stress, lower blood pressure, reduce anxiety and relieve muscle aches and pains. This massage brings nourishment to the tissues, deep relaxation to the muscles and calmness to the mind; while supporting the immune and nervous systems
Shirodhara
Warm herbalized oil is gently streamed over the forehead & “third eye” to relieve tension, worry and soothe the nervous system. This works on balancing and stabilizing the activity of the mind and is good for stress, anxiety, insomnia as it often supports deep relaxation.
Marma Body Work
By combining massage, pranic healing & essential oils Marma helps to restore the flow of prana (energy) & supports healing by using the 107 energy points of the body.
Facial
Soothing facial to nurture & restore balance of the skin while working with energy points to provide tone to facial muscles. Combines marma and reflexology points.
Stress Management, Relaxation Therapy & Yoga Nidra
HeartMath and other mindfulness-based work to offer additional resources to manage on-going stress and impacts of stress. Will be offered through teaching and guided relaxation to support self-care;
Price List
Stress Management & Relaxation (mindfulness)* 1 hr. $110 (talk therapy/ guided relaxation)
Indian Head Massage* 30 min. $45
Facial Marma & Reflexology * 30 min. $45
** can be combined to a 1 hour session $90
Ayurvedic body work:
Abhyanga (full body massage with herb-infused oils) $90 (60 minutes)
Shirodhara (pouring oil on forehead to relax and restore) $90 (60 minutes )
Marma Session (use of infused oils & 107 Energy points) $90 (60 minutes )
Combination:
Abhyanga & Shirodhara (full body and oil pouring) $110 (60 minutes )
* Some insurances accepted*
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 Shiona
To read about the program and sign up, go to www.bwcfredericton.com or to Mindfulness tab in Menu Bar at top of page.
Mindfulness consultations- available with Shiona who is an experienced Mindfulness instructor. If you are feeling stuck in your practice, are lacking motivation or inspiration, or simply don't know how to get started, contact Shiona to help you brainstorm ways to revitalize your meditation practice.
Mindfulness and Yoga programs- four week programs are often offered at BWC. Shiona and Beth often team up for these or one-off pop up classes. Beth is also an experienced Mindfulness practitioner, and has certification in the Mindful Schools program.
Mindful MD program- a four week program for practicing or retired MDs, now being offered around the province, currently in English only. If interested, email Shiona at mindfulnessandyourhealth@gmail.com
Community Mindfulness programs- we are keen to help out in whatever way we can by spreading the word about the benefits of Mindfulness across all sectors. Please ask us if your group or workplace is interested in a Mindfulness presentation or workshop.
Reiki in The Reiki Room
BWC is proud to offer a full slate of Reiki offerings. We are filling up The Reiki Room with great practitioners and wonderful energy.
Rose Flynn is an Integrative Intuitive Reiki Master Healer and certified Relexologist. She also offers Access Consciousness (bars) and Emotion Code work. You will find Rose at BWC on Wednesdays, and she also works in Cross Creek throughout the week.
To contact Rose:
Reiki Rose and Reflexology (Facebook)
flynnr10@me.com
506 261 1112
Our lovely Chair Yoga teacher, Margo Bent , has completed her advanced Reiki Level 3A training. Her focus is "Relax with Reiki". Margo will be booking clients on selected Monday afternoons. Rate for a 50 minute Reiki session is $50.
To book with Margo: reikiwithmargo@gmail.com
Home of Reiki is a two person business, featuring Shiona McIntosh and Sandy Lund, both Reiki Masters who have paired their passion for Reiki and wellness. Shiona will be offering in person or distant Reiki sessions on Tuesday, or Thursday morning. Sandy will be offering in person or distant Reiki sessions on Thursday (afternoon and evening). Fee for a 60-75 minute session is 75$
To book with Shiona: homeofreiki.shiona@gmail.com
To book with Sandy: homeofreiki.sandy@gmail.com
Our Teachers
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.
Intro to Gentle Yoga
Yoga 4 Cancer
Breagh Christie- yoga teacher
breagh.yoga@gmail.com
Yoga & Creative Movement for Kids (8-11)
Denise Anderson-yoga teacher
Flow Yoga
Flow Stretch & Restore
Flow and Stretch
Gentle and Restore
Ayurveda, yoga and naturopathic services
Kayte Turner- Reiki Master & yoga teacher
kayte@groundedhealing.ca
Reiki sessions & Yin Yoga
Krista Groen- pre and post-natal fitness specialist
babybumpmoments@gmail.com
MamaCore
Margo Bent- Chair yoga instructor/ Reiki Practitioner
margo.chairyoga@gmail.com
reikiwithmargo@gmail.com
Chair Yoga
Reiki sessions
Nancy Anderson- yoga teacher
nancyanderson1002@gmail.com
Gentle Yoga- Rest and Renew
Rest and Restore-IRest Yoga Nidra
Pamela Hamilton-yoga teacher
hamilton.pj9@gmail.com
Yin Yoga
Rose Flynn- Reiki Master/Integrative Intuitive Energy Healer
flynnr10@me.com
506 261 2112
Reiki & Reflexology sessions
Sandy Lund-yoga teacher/ Reiki Master Teacher
sandyjlund@yahoo.com
Yoga Nidra
Group Past Life Regression
Reiki Sessions
Sherry Younker- yoga teacher
sherry.younker@gmail.com
Flow and Restore
Shiona McIntosh-Mindfulness teacher/ Reiki Master
mindfulnessandyourhealth@gmail.com
Meditation @ Noon
MBSR 8 week program
Reiki sessions
What should I bring to class? And what is the current studio protocol?
-Use of studio props is permitted. However due to our desire to keep everyone as safe as possible, please consider bringing the following items to class with you.
-yoga mat
-warm, heavy blanket
-towel to cover neck pillows
-Queen or King sized pillowcase(s) to place over your yoga bolster- this is a necessary item in order to use our studio bolsters or meditation cushions.
-water bottle
-Please arrive 15 minutes before your class to allow all students and teacher time to get settled. Proof of double vaccination is required- can be emailed or presented at the door with ID.
-Masks are optional. Please maintain distance between you and your neighbour.
-You must sanitize your hands at the door when you arrive, and also before you take any props from the prop room.
-After class, any BWC gear that you used is to be left on the studio floor.
-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.
The Reiki Room- appointments with all of our Reiki practitioners are by appointment only, and all studio protocols must be followed by Reiki clients as well.
Ayurveda Services with Janet- Janet works out of a cozy corner in the BWC studio on Tuesday afternoons. Appointments must be pre-booked with Janet- text or call, 506 461 9520
You must pre-register for all classes.
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. E-transfer is our preferred method of payment. Teacher emails can be found in multiple sections above
Mindfulness 8 week program requires pre-registration via the website at www.bwcfredericton.com
Yes! You can change in our bathroom!
We use natural unscented products to clean the studio and props. We consider ourselves to be a scent reduced space.
There is some use of essential oils in The Reiki Room with consent of client.
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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