Let’s move outdoors!

Summer is around the corner!

Hello Yogis and Friends!

Have you been feeling it? The warmer weather, the sunshine and people enjoying the outdoors? I recently returned from a trip to Italy, and was so happy to see my neighbourhood awash in leafy trees and lilac bushes! I was fortunate enough to experience an early taste of summer-like weather on my trip, where I attended a yoga retreat and then toured around Puglia on a bicycle. I spent a lot of time outdoors during this trip and I was reminded of how much I love moving outdoors. That’s why I’m excited to let you know about some upcoming outdoor activities!

I hope to see you soon!

Ellen

P.S. If you’re curious about my cycling trip in Puglia, I created an Instagram account (@pugliaonbikes) to help others who might be interested in planning a similar trip.

Free Outdoor Yoga is Back!

For the sixth summer in a row, I’m organizing free outdoor yoga in south Ottawa in collaboration with the South Keys Greenboro Community Association. The classes will be all-levels Hatha Yoga class at Pushman Park to explore range of motion, balance, strength, flexibility and mindful breathing. Each class will be different and offer lots of variations so that this practice is truly your own. This class is great for just about anyone who loves practicing outside, and who wants to move in a more mindful way. Bring a mat, towel (for under your mat, or for savasana) and any props you'd like. If a class is cancelled because of weather, an e-mail will be sent to all registered participants between 45 minutes and one hour before class start time.

I will be teaching most classes and you can expect a guest teacher or two.

Classes run from 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. on the following dates.

June 7 & 28
July 12 & 26
August 9 & 23

Please register at the link below. This ensures you’ll get notified in case of weather-related cancellations or other changes.

BOOK OUTDOOR YOGA HERE

Back by popular demand

Last summer, I organized a mini-retreat that had participants asking for it to be an annual event!

If the thought of spending a day in a spectacular blooming flower garden, moving your body with gentle yoga, enjoying a freshly prepared lunch, and creating a unique bouquet from flowers that you picked is appealing, then reserve Saturday, August 8, for the second edition of Petals and Presence.

I’ll be sharing more details in the next few weeks, so watch for more info in your mailbox, at my website and on my socials!

Practice with Me in Person

I currently teach at two locations in south Ottawa and I’d love for you to join me!

WISE BODY YOGA

Thursdays, 5:30 – 6:30 pm

RA Centre, 2451 Riverside Drive

This weekly gentle yoga class is a grounding, unhurried practice focused on slow movement, breath awareness, intentional pauses, and restful poses. It’s a class designed for those in midlife and beyond, or anyone who wants to practice with a little more wisdom and a little less performance.

For full details and registration, visit the RA Centre website or call 613-733-5100 ext. 360.

MOVE | REST

Fridays, 5:30 – 6:30 pm

Move Like You Studio, 432 Sunnyside Avenue (Old Ottawa South)

MOVE | REST is a perfect way to end the week. It’s a gentle blend of mindful movement and yin. We begin with slow, intentional movement and end in stillness. This class is about balance. Moving just enough to feel, resting enough to release. Perfect to transition into your weekend. It is beginner-friendly and accessible.