community, health, Yoga

The Gentle Way of Hatha on YouTube

AN EASY WAY TO TRY A FREE YOGA CLASS! How many excuses have you made to not take a yoga class? I have heard them all! Sometimes it's a physical limitation, sometimes it's a time management issue, sometimes it's due to lack of money, sometimes the motivation just isn't there... the list can go on… Continue reading The Gentle Way of Hatha on YouTube

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Autumn Events and Fundraisers

Yoga with The Horses Saturday, September 29 (10:30-11:30am) Ever wanted to try yoga? Love the farm setting? Want to help out a family in need? This event is the perfect opportunity to try gentle hatha yoga at Hill Front (horse) Farm, with $10 from each fee going to help out little Sylas of Port Hope.… Continue reading Autumn Events and Fundraisers

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Fieldstone Spa | Yoga

Just north of Cobourg lies your country bliss... I have been teaching outdoor yoga at Fieldstone Spa this summer, on the lovely patio of the farm house. As we breathe deeply and stretch gently we listen to the wind in the trees, the songs of the birds (the humming birds always surprise us, right above… Continue reading Fieldstone Spa | Yoga

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The Value of Solitude

Even if you are not an introverted individual such as myself, it is important to take time for YOU that is just FOR you. Often our self-care or our "me time" includes fun social events, hanging out with friends, or indulging our senses. All great ideas! I am an odd ball of a human that… Continue reading The Value of Solitude

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Gentle Yoga | Summer in Port Hope

As I work on a collective vision for my growing business, I have watched many other yoga studios and teachers surfacing over the years. It is wonderful to see so much variety for people to choose from! However, it can also make teachers doubt what they really have to offer: who am I against all… Continue reading Gentle Yoga | Summer in Port Hope

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Over 20 Years of Yoga

  Today was a fun day. I started unpacking Rubbermaid bins I hadn't opened in about 6 years. I re-discovered the old yoga teacher training notes, from my personal training and from the teacher training I designed and guided. I found my old portfolio with the Child and Youth Worker diploma, and my reiki and… Continue reading Over 20 Years of Yoga

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2018 Looking Ahead

  YOGA MANUAL: THE GENTLE WAY OF HATHA   I will finally have time to focus on writing this year. The manual is very simple in theory, and it has been brewing in my mind since 2006. Just a booklet of my gentle style of classes: very basic pranayama (breathing exercises), asanas (hatha yoga postures)… Continue reading 2018 Looking Ahead

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The Healing Art of Tattoo

BUSINESS NAME: Maneki Neko Tattoo OWNER: Robyn K Town WEBSITE: Tattoos By Robyn EMAIL: manekinekotattoo@gmail.com FACEBOOK:  maneki neko tattoo ADDRESS: The Granary, 41 John St. Port Hope This feature is written by tattoo artist Robyn Town. THE HEALING TATTOO What is a tattoo? This will mean many things to many people, art, expression, individuality, inclusion,… Continue reading The Healing Art of Tattoo

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Art Therapy and Wellness

ABOUT: LIVE WELL WITH BECKY Rebecca is a vibrant woman who has landed in the Northumberland area with her family. She is passionate about "clean" products, whether it be for your home or body. Her back ground is in psychology and expressive arts therapy. She has recently co-hosted a variety of workshops with creative soul… Continue reading Art Therapy and Wellness

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Mobile Massage Therapy | Northumberland

ABOUT: Caitlin Meadows is a Registered Massage Therapist who focuses on making massage accessible to people in their own homes. Business Name/Owner: Caitlin Meadows, RMT. Facebook Page: Caitlin Meadows, RMT Email: meadows.rmt@gmail.com Phone: 905-375-8021 This feature is written by Caitlin. I work as a registered massage therapist, focusing on mobile massage. I found there was… Continue reading Mobile Massage Therapy | Northumberland