Coming up!    4 Patanjali workshops starting on August 7th, 2010 

Also:                Learn Sanskrit with Lynne cardinal October 3rd, 2010, from 1 to 5 pm


Also:  Free introduction to meditation on Tuesday, September 7th, 2010

SCHEDULE:

MONDAYS: New! Introduction to Meditation


TUESDAYS: Group Meditation Classes: Integral Satsang   
  

THURSDAYS AND SATURDAYS -  Group Yoga Classes  




Integral Coaching, Private Yoga and Meditation Classes


Private Consultations

Gift Certificate

Maps - Locations

Policy and student guidelines 

Conferences offered at the Government

Past Workshops

Group Classes Schedule Ottawa Ontario
Come relax with us, time to breathe, stretch, take a step back and rejuvenate

All group classes will start on the weeks mentioned below;
though it is possible to join the group classes at any time provided that there is still some space.

Group classes in Ottawa

* Classes will start again in early  September 2010
** See below for more details on the classes. Note that classes are filled quickly, register asap to ensure that you reserve your place. For more details or to register for a class call 613.721.7888

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FREE!   AN INTRODUCTION TO MEDITATION

Date: Tuesday, September 7th, 2010, from 7:30 to 8:30 pm

For whom? Anyone interested about meditation but not sure that it's for them. Also come and meet Lynne and Jurgen and enquire about the format of the class and its content. This free talk is open to all.

Location: PranaShanti Yoga Centre, 52 Armstrong Street, Ottawa

NOTE:  You must register, by calling (613) 721-7888

or email us at kaivalya@sympatico.ca, as place is limited.





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New! Introduction to Meditation - a 6-week session

 

"The brain waves of meditators show why they're healthier. Neuroscientists have found that meditators shift their brain activity to different areas of the cortex—brain waves in the stress-prone right frontal cortex move to the calmer left frontal cortex. In other words, they were calmer and happier than before." - Jon Kabat-Zinn, Ph.D., of the University of Massachusetts Medical School

Date: Starting on Monday September 13th to October 18th, 2010, from 4:30 to 5:30 pm

The teacher: Lynne Cardinal has been teaching meditation for over 30 years, in Canada, the USA, Europe and India

This introduction to meditation class will  teach you basic meditation, visualisation and relaxation techniques. This class will be offered in a friendly environment, giving you the opportunity to learn amongst the greatest stress management tools, as well as means to focus your mind and live with greater awareness. This 6-week session will provide you with an overview of all great traditions and enable you to directly experience their benefits.

Open to all!

For more details call (613) 721-7888 or kaivalya@sympatico.ca


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FALL SESSION:

Meditation Classes / Integral Satsang

Lynne and Jürgen have a combined teaching experience of over 30 years.

Suitable to both beginners and experienced meditators.

For more information or to register call 613-721-7888 or 613-761-9642 


An 8-week session, starting on September 14th to November 2nd, 2010 from 7:30 to 9:00 PM

Tuesday Group Meditation (Integral Satsang): Deep Breathing, Meditation techniques, the philosophy of meditation and Chanting from 7:30 to 9:00 PM.  Suitable to both beginners and experienced meditators.

Integral Satsang is a multi-faceted approach to spirituality and personal development offered in a group setting. An ideal class to learn more about meditation, including various meditation and breathing exercises as well as tools to deepen your meditation and develop regularity in your practice. In these classes, we teach various fundamental meditation techniques. The group classes are helpful for those who wish to develop regularity in their meditation practise and deepen their meditations and thus their understanding of deeper Truths. Meditation awakens in us a sense of focus and perspective, resulting in an overall feeling of well-being and peace of mind. During the classes, we will practise breathing exercises which are an important component of the practise of meditation. Breathing exercises affect the central nervous system, furthering the transformation to a more positive mind-frame enabling us to reach a finer state of consciousness. In addition, we use Sanskrit chanting as a method to relax and to create a calm, meditative atmosphere. Chanting has grown into a very popular technique which allows us to get in touch with ourselves, as the sounds are soothing and lead to meditation. Participants are encouraged to express and share their inner wisdom with the group.

Patanjali’s Yoga Sûtras and Ken Wilber’s Integral approach:
Two inspiring and practical philosophies

Why unite the ancient Yoga Sûtras with the contemporary insights of Ken Wilber? The brilliant Integral Framework developed by Ken Wilber serves as a practical way to enhance the Patanjali Yoga Sûtras. Ken provides us with a simple map of reality: the 4 perspectives of the quadrants (interior, exterior & individual, collective). Ken also explains the two basic types of Enlightenment: States and Stages. The states of consciousness experienced in meditation (perspective, calm, etc.) are themselves temporary and can be cultivated on a daily basis. On the other hand, the stages of consciousness are earned after some time in a regular meditation practice and create permanent transformations.

Our objective: through meditation we want to transform our mind from agitated to focused, from uneasy to easy, from unclear to clear. Both schools of thoughts complement each other in this regard.

The Patanjali Yog Sûtras are verses that contain the essence of Eastern Philosophy. Inspired by Sankhya Yog , an ancient school of logic, the Yog Sûtras provide us with a remarkable overview of Eastern Philosophy.

This overview enables us to gain a basic understanding of all other philosophical schools.

The sûtras (philosophical verses) contain profound thoughts that are clear, precise and inspiring. Thoughts that can be meditated on, and help us realize deep insights into the nature of mind and freedom.

After studying the sûtras, we can return years later and understand an even greater depth of meaning. In this way we can enhance our life and meditation practice. Sûtras are sentences that are short, but packed with wisdom.

This rich philosophical tradition is made accessible through a step-by-step system. We come to grasp the nature of mind, why we should meditate, what are the various states of meditation and what obstacles can potentially arise during our meditation practice. All of these captivating subjects will be discussed during our 15-week session. By the end of the session we will have covered all the main concepts expressed in the first chapter of the Patanjali Yog Sûtra as well as the pragmatic clarity that the Integral framework provides us with.

Join us for this unique exploration. This class will help you develop regularity in your meditation and help you derive clarity from your spiritual practice, all within an open and peaceful atmosphere.

NOTE: You can already register at 613.721.7888.

Where: PranaShanti, 52 Armstrong street, Ottawa
Teachers: Lynne Cardinal & Jürgen Portz
Topics for Discussion: Yoga Sûtras, Various Contemplative Practices; Ken Wilber's work & more.

NOTE: You will be welcomed to drop in once at the normal fee if you wish to try a class, after which you can decide if you wish to join the group for the rest of the session. For continuity sake, we require people to commit to the entire session. Yet if you will miss a class during the session, check our policy for details as you will have a credit for the time of the session itself and can attend any other classes offered at Metta's.

New article: The Wisdom of Happiness

The 10 Benefits of Meditation, click here

Articles on Meditation (an interview with Lynne Cardinal by Tanya Witteveen from the University of Ottawa, on the topic of meditation)

Article on Yoga click here

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-Thursday evening Rejuvenation Classes. Yoga classes (with relaxation, yoga, deep breathing and meditation), in Westboro, Ottawa - ALL LEVELS

Location: Metta Massage and Yoga Clinic, 421 Richmond Road, Suite 201, Westboro, Ottawa. K2A 4H1 - right above Starbucks - Parking in the back

Rejuvenation Yoga, description:

Open to everyone, no experience required and advanced students welcome. This class is provided for anyone interested in Yoga, Relaxation, Stress Management and Meditation. Develop greater awareness of body and mind, greater physical strength and flexibility, learn how to meditate. Hatha Yoga (traditional Yoga) with some Somatic postures (gentle stretches that help align the spine naturally). This class will make you experience relaxation, yoga, breathing exercises, the philosophy surrounding the practice of meditation and the actual practice of various meditation techniques. OPEN TO ALL

Article on Yoga click here

For a map to the studio, click here

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- Saturday morning Rejuvenation Classes, Yoga and Meditation classes (with relaxation, yoga, deep breathing and meditation) in Westboro, Ottawa - ALL LEVELS 

Location: Metta Massage and Yoga Clinic, 421 Richmond Road, Suite 201, Westboro, Ottawa. K2A 4H1 - right above Starbucks - Parking in the back

Saturday, September 11th to October 6th, 2010 - from 10 am to 11:30 am. A 90 classes, an 8-week session at $14 a class: $112.00 + HST



* Contact us for more details or to reserve your place at 613.721.7888


Rejuvenation Yoga, description:

Yoga, Deep Breathing and Meditation - A 90 minute class on Relaxation, Yoga, Breathing Exercises, the Philosophy surrounding the practice of Meditation and Meditation. Rejuvenation Yoga. A perfect de-stresser that will be felt all week!

Description: Open to everyone, no experience required and advanced students welcome. This class is provided for anyone interested in Yoga, Relaxation, Stress Management and Meditation. Develop greater awareness of body and mind, greater physical strength and flexibility, learn how to meditate. Hatha Yoga (traditional Yoga) with some Somatic postures (gentle stretches that help align the spine naturally). This class will make you experience relaxation, yoga, breathing exercises, the philosophy surrounding the practice of meditation and the actual practice of various meditation techniques. OPEN TO ALL

You can already register at 613.721.7888 to reserve your place.

Article on Yoga click here

For a map to the studio, click here

TO REGISTER:

Contact us ASAP to register and reserve your place.

You can either call us directly at 721.7888 OR AT 724.4747 or email us at : info@kaivalya.ca

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PAST METTA MEDITATION WORKSHOP

Offered by Lynne and Jürgen

For comments on our Metta workshop click here.

The basic principles of the Metta Meditation will be explained, an in-depth look at the potential of this meditation technique, with some experimentation. The traditional Buddhist compassion meditation is called Metta Bhaavanaa. “Bhaavanaa” means “cultivation”, or “experience” and Metta” means: “friendliness,” or “loving kindness.”

This workshop is open to all levels of participants, from very beginners to more experienced meditators. Expect a day of ease, laughter, and inspiration. We will introduce two basic levels of the Metta Meditation. We highly recommend this technique, it is easy, yet generates tangible effects.

Benefits of this Meditation include a more focused mind, perspective, reduction of conflicts and difficulties, deeper connections with people surrounding us, and the development of friendliness, kindness and forgiveness. Thought this is a Buddhist Meditation Practice, we do not belong to any perticular spiritual group. We explore various techniques, experiment with them and love to share with others techniques that we find inspiring, easy to apply and very effective.

Workshop outline:

10 am: Rejuvenation yoga – stretches, gentle yoga postures, relaxation and a short meditation

11 am: Buddhist Compassion Meditation, introduction to the basics of meditation, overview; the first level of Metta Meditations will be explained and practiced.

Noon: Lunch time, time for some fresh air, there are coffee shops in the area that sell sandwiches - unless you wish to bring your own, we have a small dining room available.

1:00 pm: Introduction to the second level of Metta meditation and practice.

2:00: Group discussions on given topics related to the Metta practice. Sharing of results based on group discussions

4:00 pm: Summary, conclusion

4:30 pm: End of workshop

At the METTA MASSAGE AND YOGA CLINIC
421 Richmond Road, suite 201 (near Churchill) - above Starbucks

* Parking in the back and in the streets behind. Enter through the back door.

For more details contact us at 721.7888 or 724.4747

Register ASAP, as space is limited!

At the METTA MASSAGE AND YOGA CLINIC (for a map click here)

For more details contact us at 721.7888

Register ASAP as space is limited!

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Yoga and Meditation - Policy for missed classes

Private classes are offered at the Kaivalya Centre. For details and to book a private meditation class or Stress Management Consultation, please call 613.721.7888.

The Yoga group classes are offered at the Metta Massage and Yoga Clinic. The clinic does not offer any reimbursement for missed classes during the registered sessions. Yet during the session itself, it is possible to replace the class missed with any other classes offered at the Metta Massage and Yoga Clinic with the exception of the Therapeutic Yoga classes. Classes purchased at Metta Massage & Yoga Clinic are valid only for the associated registered class, and are non-refundable and non-transferable.

- Regarding missed classes: This allows you to attend one of our wellness/open level yoga classes (not therapeutic yoga) or one of Lynne Cardinal's workshop classes, provided there is space.

· The expiration of any make up class is the date of the last class.

· We do not prorate classes. Students can purchase a drop-in class ($18) provided there is space in the Rejuvenation class, on the date they wish to attend.

· Class packages are non-refundable and non-transferable

The Meditation group classes are offered at the PranaShanti Yoga Centre. If you miss a class during the session itself, you are welcome to invite someone who is familiar with the concepts of meditation to replace you during your absence or even to take someone along but during the session itself.  The expiration of any make up class is the date of the last class from the session. The PranaShanti Yoga Center does not offer any reimbursement for missed classes during the registered sessions

To register, or for more details please call 613.721.7888

Workshops are non-refundable, unless the workshop is cancelled.

Student Guidelines

Please come to class a little early to help you adjust from your busy day. You are welcomed to come earlier, to give you time to connect with your instructor, your friends, and yourself. Allow enough time to get settled in and relax a bit before class begins—such time can really help you have a more focused and rewarding experience. Late arrivals can be disruptive to the class, but if you are late, do come in and simply settle in quietly.

Make sure to share with your teacher any injuries or limitations before class so that we can offer you the best practice and advise for your current needs.

Try not to eat a large meal before class - a light snack is fine.

We believe that yoga is for everyone, not just for those who are already fit, flexible, or familiar with yoga’s more subtle teachings. We remind ourselves that our practice is so much more than the poses we do. As such, approach your yoga with a non-competitive mind and a willing heart and see what happens.

Try to attend only the classes that are suited to your health and ability. Honour your guests as well by bringing them to appropriate classes when it applies. Remember to "Do what you can, with what you have, with where you are." Rest sometimes.

Finally, be kind and loving to yourself by respecting where you are at any given time, even if it changes dramatically from class to class. Practice regularly and with devotion, yoga inspires us to accept all that we are.

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GIFT CERTIFICATE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
Why not offer a gift promoting health and well-being ?

Gift certificates are available for all of our group classes, private classes or consultations. Communicate with us for more details at (613) 721.7888 or by email at:

info@kaivalya.ca

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Past Yoga and Meditation Day Retreat

* Note: The workshops get filled quite rapidly. To reserve your place or for more details contact us  at 613.721.7888

"I have one major rule: everybody is right. More specifically, everybody, including me, has some important pieces of the truth, and all of those pieces need to be honored, cherished, and included in a more gracious, spacious, and compassionate embrace." Ken Wilber

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Other past workshops:

"Philosophy Workshops"
offered by Lynne Cardinal and Jürgen Portz in Ottawa, Ontario
at the METTA CLINIC in Westboro - for a map, click here

* The Yog Sûtras of Patanjali

Overview, selected verses, chanting of Sanskrit verses, meditation. A must for anyone interested in Yoga and it's philosophical essence. The sûtras are the perfect guides for both teacher and student of Yoga.

The philosophical system of Yoga finds its origin at the heart of oriental spiritual traditions in ancient times. Since then, we have often chanted mantras or Sanskrit verses called sûtras which attain a great part of their meaning in the vibration and consciousness which emanate from them. Yet, if we understand the principles expressed in these verses, our meditation deepens in insights and inspiration. The meaning, united with the rhythm and the sacred sounds of the sûtras, becomes an important tool for our own spiritual journey, as well as to deepen our meditations. Indeed, Patanjali is all about evolution and emancipation.

Some of the most important sûtras, overview

We will select some of the key verses of the Yog Sûtras, from the 4 Chapters, chant them in Sanskrit and meditate. Those sûtras will provide us with a great outline for our own spiritual practice. Patanjali is both subtle and pragmatic, understanding clearly the process of transformation.

Detachment and Non-judgemental Awareness

We will address the concept of detachment and disillusionment (Vairaagya) according to Patanjali and its 4 levels. Vairaagya does not involve giving up relations nor employment, nor taking refuge in forests or monastery. It involves a maturity of awareness and Patanjali develops this through 4 distinct levels. Vairaagya refers to a consciousness that has been transformed into a non-judgmental state. We will discuss the ways to reach a non-judgmental state of consciousness and the practicality and subtlety of this state and it’s benefits.

We will chant the selected verses and meditate.

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* The Upanishads

On the Mahaa Vakyas (great sentences used in meditation) Mantras and Chanting. Ideal for understanding the deeper part of meditation (analytical)

The basic teachings of the Upanishads are summed up in six great sayings (Mahaa Vakyas).

These are essential tools to understand the basic philosophy of meditation. This workshop is meant to be accessible to all; in a relaxed atmosphere we will discuss the 6 great sayings and their meaning, and how they are applicable to us.

Those great sayings provide us with clarity; it is with a clear mind that we find our truth, at the heart of our consciousness. It has been said that we have a wealth of knowledge within us and the Mahaa Vakyas are pointers that lead to that truth. We will learn to go beyond the conditioned mind and shift our level of perceptions to more truthful ones. Meditation on the Mahaa Vakyas lead to clarity and greater awareness.

We will sing the Mahaa Vakyas and learn how to meditate on them. Join us for a blissful afternoon of chants, philosophy and meditation on great ancient sayings.

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*The Bhagavad Gîta

Overview, selected verses, and chanting of the Gîta verses (in Sanskrit), meditation. We will select verses on Karma, or the creation of destiny according the Sage Vyaas, author of the Gîta.

Shrimad Bhagavad Gîta (meaning, literally, "The Celestial song") is regarded as the teachings of ancient prophets and explains the ancient scriptures.

The Gîta helps us discover the purpose of human life, elaborating on very practical Truths and on Self-awareness.

The Gîta has a unique flavor, to sing its verses awakens an ancient dimension, and the simplicity of its messages makes it easy to remember them and assimilate them. Yet with it’s simplicity we find such depth that we can remain inspired by the Gîta for an entire life and still discover hidden meanings and learn how to integrate them in our life.

Join us for a wonderful afternoon on the Bhagavad Gîta; we will sing selected verses on Karm Yog, the wisdom in action.

We will address the power of desires and how to tackle them. In this workshop we will learn practical tools that will help us in our meditation and in our daily life.

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New! Problem Based Learning and Mindfulness Workshops: Click here

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KINGSTON WORKSHOPS

At the Yoga and Relaxation Studio, Kingston, Ontario

PATANJALI YOG DARSHAN

The philosophical system of Yoga finds its origin at the heart of oriental spiritual traditions in ancient times. Since then, we have often chanted mantras or Sanskrit verses called sûtras which attain a great part of their meaning in the vibration and consciousness which emanate from them. Yet, if we understand the principles expressed in these verses, our meditation deepens in insights and inspiration. The meaning, united with the rhythm and the sacred sounds of the sûtras, becomes an important tool for our own spiritual journey, as well as to deepen our meditations. Indeed, Patanjali is all about evolution and emancipation.

Saturday from 1 to 5 pm
The 4 levels of Samaadhi (or Meditation)

We will teach the Yoga Sûtras related to Meditation (the Samaadhis); what obstacles found on the path of Meditation, and the process of purification. Chanting of related verses and Meditation experimentation according to the sûtras. Patanjali simplifies meditation, while providing us with tools to experiment with and understand the process of Meditation.

Sunday from 9:30 to 12:30
Some of the most important sûtras, overview

We will select amongst the most core verses of the Yog Sûtras, from the 4 Chapters, chant and Meditate. Those sûtras will provide us with a great outline for our own spiritual practice. Patanjali is both subtle and pragmatic, understanding the process of transformation, with clarity. We will address the concept of renunciation (Vairaagya) according to Patanjali and its 4 levels. Vairaagya or renunciation does not involve giving up relations nor employment, nor taking refuge in forests or monastery. It involves a maturity of awareness and Patanjali develops this through 4 distinct levels.

A workshop offered by Lynne Cardinal and Jürgen Portz from the Kaivalya Centre, in Ottawa.

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"Yoga Day"

A fabulous way to rejuvenate!

Join us for a Yoga Day at the Metta Clinic, with Karina Ackert and Lynne Cardinal, a day of Yoga, Meditation and the Yog Sûtras of Patanjali , with an drumming evening from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM.


Karina is a talented and experienced Yoga teacher and she will teach the Yoga classes in the morning and in the afternoon. Lynne will teach the Yoga Sûtras related to Meditation (the Samaadhis); what obstacles found on the path of Meditation, and the process of purification. Chanting of related verses and Meditation experimentation according to the sûtras. Patanjali simplifies meditation, while providing us with tools to experiment with and clearly understand the process of Meditation.

The workshops are offered at:

Metta Clinic, Massage and Yoga Therapy
421 Richmond Road, Suite 201, Ottawa Ontario
K2A 4H1 Canada

(613) 721-7888

TO REGISTER CONTACT US ASAP AS SPACE IS LIMITED.

Rejuvenation Workshop II ©

"The Karma of Relationships"

* How to create a harmonious relationship with ourselves and with others?
* What is the cause of pain?
* How to live with awareness and make conscious choices?
* What does our body language tell us?

Join us for another wonderful afternoon of

Yoga (Partner Yoga), Meditation, Relaxation, Deep Breathing, Philosophy and Chanting

- An afternoon just for yourself -

You will feel completely rejuvenated!

Sylvie Gouin
Certified Yoga & Meditation Instructor, Reiki Master Nutrition & Lifestyle Consultant
-- 10 years of experience in the field

Lynne Cardinal
Author, Yoga, Stress Management and Meditation Instructor, Ph.D. Eastern Philosophy
-- 30 years of experience in the field

What to bring: water, yoga mat*, zafu pillow or cushion* & a meditation blanket*
* We have some extras if needed
What to wear: comfortable clothing that allows for easy movement

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New! A list of Workshops and Conferences offered
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MAPS - LOCATIONS

METTA MASSAGE AND YOGA CLINIC (see below)
421 Richmond Road, Suite 201, Ottawa (on the North side of Richmond, near Churchill)
Parking behind the building or in the streets behind
613.724.4747

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KAIVALYA CENTRE (see below)




The Kaivalya Centre

69 Burland Street, Ottawa (613) 721-7888








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The PranaShanti Yoga Centre
52 Armstrong Street, Ottawa

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