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Why Online Yoga?

As a teacher who was forced to learn the online technology for yoga classes during the Covid Pandemic, I completely understand why people are hesitant to join online. I'll admit, when I went back to teaching in-person I was surprised how many students chose to not return and ended up preferring online classes! These are… Continue reading Why Online Yoga?

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Why I don’t believe in competition

When I first started teaching yoga 20+ years ago, I was teaching up to 10 classes a week, each with their own theme, in an attempt to "please" every possible client. The problem was, my passion was for gentle stretching. I loved stillness, silence, and meditation. None-the-less I continued with a variety of things, ultimately… Continue reading Why I don’t believe in competition

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The Gentle Way of Hatha | Winter

It is hard to believe a New Year is upon us... This is my favourite time of year, between winter solstice and spring equinox. The magic of the winter season seems to surge through me; this is my most creative time artistically, and a time when I especially enjoy teaching gentle yoga classes because the… Continue reading The Gentle Way of Hatha | Winter

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Autumn Yoga 2022

As august comes to an end, I am feeling very ready for the comfort of a new routine this fall. For those of you who do not know, I have gained new employment in my Child and Youth Work role, so will only be offering yoga classes on Tuesdays for now. If you are interested… Continue reading Autumn Yoga 2022

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An Act of Self-Love

During class recently, it came to me that yoga is such a generous gift we give ourselves: a simple act of self-love. Even if it's just a few minutes a day, or an hour or two a week, it is a place to land. To return to. To return to ourselves. To return to love.… Continue reading An Act of Self-Love

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Yoga Teachers In Northumberland

Four more teachers graduated from 'The Gentle Way Of Hatha' yoga teacher training on Sunday, October 6th, 2013. If you are looking for a gentle yoga class in the Northumberland area of Ontario, Canada, watch for these names in your town: Joanne Cherry-Lauzon will be teaching classes in the Cold Springs area. Joanne brings a… Continue reading Yoga Teachers In Northumberland

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Life | Yoga | Philosophy

It is more clear then ever that I have a passion for writing, yoga, and helping others. I am a creative introvert who craves learning and growth, and sharing life with my community (which now includes this online community!). I am going to use this blog as an opportunity to share more about how yoga… Continue reading Life | Yoga | Philosophy