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Centered in the heart, inspired by breath, experienced in motion...
Shakti Bhakti is made up of the sanskrit words Shakti (life-force energy - located at the base of the spine) and Bhakti (divine worship - one of the 4 paths of yoga that leads to enlightenment).
Shakti-Bhakti is a creative, spiritually-rich, deeply empowering practice that blends tradition with intuition to render a uniquely transcendental yoga experience that is appropriate for new and experienced practitioners alike.
Inspired by the teachings of Kundalini Yoga, as taught by Yogi Bhajan, and Suryashakti Yoga; a dynamic, "mixed breed" vinyasa-flow yoga style, Shakti-Bhakti will open your heart, align and purify your body & mind, while simultaneously connecting you to the divinity within and around you.
Ultimately, you will awakening to a more profound sense of self-awareness that will enable you to move beyond your perceived limits, so that your spirit may soar free. Join us! Sat Nam!
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"Thanks for helping me find the strength to carry myself through a daily yoga practice. I will truly miss this healing sanctuary."- Tania, Canada
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Sunrise Sadhana
- Awaken to Your Purpose -
Sunrise Sadhana is a daily personal practice that connects you to your spirit in a focused and conscious way. Sadhana prepares you for the day ahead and involves meditation, pranayama, asanas and chanting.
Guided sadhana classes start anywhere between 6-8 am on our Yoga Terrace, according to outdoor morning temperatures at different times of year. The sessions last from 1.5 - 2 hours each.
These soothing, sacred morning sessions will awaken you profoundly; preparing you to greet life's daily adventures with focused intent and clarity, aligning you to your Self and your spiritual purpose.
"Your calm, fluid yoga practice helped to put me back in touch with my inner & outer body; attuned to take the world on again." - Jodie, UK
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Sunset Flow
- Unleash Your Highest Potential -
Sunset Flow is a dynamic mix of vinyasa and kundalini yoga, and is aimed at developing stamina, strength, flexibility and
balance, while simultaneously promoting a sense of courage, conviction, honor and grace. Led by positive
affirmations and guided visualizations, the practice awakens the the spiritual warrior within.
Sprit Flow begins with standing invocation to opening the heart & following its truest desires. As we cultivate ujjayi (the "ocean breath"), we gracefully flow into the Surya Namaskara (sun salutation) series.
After flowing through a variety of standing and seated postures which stretch, align & stimulate every aspect of your being, a Kundalini Kriya (or set of postures, breath, mantra & meditation done in a specific way to attain a particular effect) will be introduced. Each day, we will focus on one of the 7 chakras, to cleanse and balance the entire psycho-spiritual state during the retreat week.
Sunset sessions conclude with meditation & Shavasana (yogic rest) at sunset. In this perfect state of surrender, we are open to receiving grace.
"Your beautiful yoga style that has made me fall in love with yoga." - Polona, Slovenia
"Putting attention on the chakras helped me do the yoga, even though I was a beginner." - Myriam, Holland
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"The yoga safari sessions were given with clear instructions at unbelievably beautiful places. I will miss my yoga with you!" - Martina, Germany |
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Yoga Safari
- An Unforgetable Yoga Adventure -
Every Wednesday and Saturday, we venture out on Yoga Safari. These unique adventures offer the chance to experience yoga in truly spectacular places.
The chosen spots may involve a certain level of determination to reach - and do yoga in - as they are located in remote areas and do not necessarily provide smooth surfaces to practice on!
So don't forget to pack your walking shoes, good humor & adventurous yogi spirit!
"I enjoyed the opportunity to deepen my yoga practice, and experience outdoor yoga at such wonderful spots." - Delilah, USA
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The yoga... well, there are just no words. Just let me know when your DVD is out!! - Beverley, Canada |
Shakti-Bhakti Invocation
Ong Namo Guru Dev Namo.
Cast open the shutters of the window to your heart. Let the glistening rays of the radiant Hvar sun bathe its slumbering dreams in warmth and light.
Breath to the rhythm of the dancing winds and sea, as they whisper subtle messages to your heartbeat. Their sweet serenade caress your soul, a beckoning sound, which calls you forth and sets you free...
Awakened, alas, from a long, drowsy slumber, in touch with your spirit, more so now than ever. You fill with desire to live life anew, a Ottawa of conviction swells within you.
Arise, spirit-warrior, in honor of your life! Give thanks for your blessings, acknowledge your birthright - to live for your dreams without compromise, as you soar through the heavens, with no regret in your eyes.
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