Yoga Nidra & Sound Bath
This session combines the ancient practice of Yoga Nidra with the healing vibrations of sound healing instruments for the ultimate tranquil journey within.
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Yoga Nidra is an ancient practice that translates to "yogic sleep". Similar to meditation, it is tremendously relaxing for the nervous system and healing for the mind body and spirit. Yoga Nidra takes us on a journey through the koshas (layers) of our being to the eternal unchanging self, or the soul, where we plant the seed of our Sankalpa, or deepest heartfelt desire.
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Participants lay down comfortably to receive this practice, while supported by props and blankets if desired. There is no movement, it is similar to a guided meditation.
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This session pairs this powerful practice with the healing vibrations of the sound healing instruments, allowing us to drop into a deeply restful state with ease and invite the sound to bring healing to our mind, body and spirit.
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You will be provided with a blanket, yoga bolster and yoga blocks to make yourself comfortable. Please bring a yoga mat or comfortable surface to lay on and anything else you might like to be comfortable (ex a head pillow or an eye pillow).
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November 26th & December 10th from 7:00-8:00pm
at Yoga by Abbey
Investment: $27.00
*Included in Yoga by Abbey class packages
Oracle Card Party
with Nancy Drope
Join Astrology Expert and Certified Oracle Guide, Nancy Drope, in an insightful morning learning how to work with oracle cards.
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During this workshop, we'll first tune in with on open heart and mind to clear our energy. This will provide you with focus for setting clear intentions of receiving messages for yourself or others for the highest good. Then we will discover how to ask the right question. Framing them with intention from your Soul's perspective which is very different then from your Ego's next fix. Understanding this will put your mind at ease to receive a sacred message.
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The workshop then moves into how to draw a card (including discussion on demystifying superstitions and Oracle card misuse). Next, the fun begins with drawing cards, stimulating meaningful conversation, 'ah ha moments' and breakthroughs.
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Learning to use Oracle cards as a daily practice is a wonderful way to intentionally ground each day. Having this practice gives you knowledge and can provide insight and understanding about your personal journey. Waking up to these patterns is a process and the Oracle cards are a wonderful tool to gently awaken you to your way of being in the world and in relationship with others.
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Oracle Card Workshops are a FUN way to honour your sacred self. The environment allows for sharing, in community and this is where the magic happens. Being witnessed in a sacred space creates a sense of safety for vulnerability to transmute into personal power.
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This workshop provides you with an opportunity to "Know Thyself" as quoted by the Oracle of Delphi. You will discover a space of deeper conversation when you step into the magic practice of the Oracle and it will be an elevated vibrational experience when you uncover a connection to your sacred Self.
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Nancy does oracle card readings & workshops out of a desire to step into her purpose of helping people break free from ancestral patterns of self-sabotaging behaviours. Nancy studied with Colette Baron-Reid, International HayHouse Author and Oracle Expert, to become a Certified Oracle Guide. Enrolling in Colette’s Oracle School has been one of the most enlightening experiences of Nancy’s life, and has now inspired her to share her experience and understanding of Oracle Cards and their power, a true gift. She is now equipped with a skill set to lead you to shift you into your inner essence.
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Attending a workshop or having a private reading done will begin your journey back to yourself.
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Saturday November 29th from 11:00am-1:00pm
at Yoga by Abbey
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Investment: $60.00
Full Moon in Gemini Circle
Join myself (Abbey) and Nancy Drope in this popular monthly experience tuning into the energy of the Full Moon at the Yoga by Abbey studio in St. Catharines. This full moon is in the airy, communicative sign of Gemini.
This experience begins with an engaging astrology discussion with Nancy Drope, helping you to understand and integrate the themes of the full moon into your being. You will receive your personal horoscope for this full moon based on your rising sign in astrology and get to interact with the oracle cards to help you set your intention for the evening.
I will then guide us through an intentional full moon yoga practice, exploring the themes of this full moon through movement breath and awareness. Together we will shift and move stagnant energy and release all that no longer serves our highest good!
Our yoga practice will lead us into a restful savasana pose, prepared to immerse ourselves in the healing vibration of sound. With the crystal singing bowls and the gong, Nancy and I will take you on a blissful sound healing journey, rejuvenating your mind body and spirit.
Conclude the evening by burning away what no longer serves you into the ceremonial burning pot.
A truly empowering and transformative experience, all are welcome!
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Wednesday December 3rd from 7:00-9:00pm
Yoga by Abbey
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Investment: $60.00
Holiday Yin, Violin & Sound Bath
In this special session I will be joined by professional violinist Katrina DeRoche-Vermeer of Wandering Rhapsodies to bring you on a recalibrating journey of yin yoga and live holiday music, ending in an immersive sound bath combining the violin and crystal singing bowls.
This session will begin with a relaxing pranayama technique and lead us into a healing yin yoga sequence. Yin yoga is a slower moving style of yoga where postures on the earth are held for 3-5 minutes per side to help you access the deeper tissues of the body and enjoy rich moments of introspection. Yoga props are provided to support you in your postures and help you relax deeper. During this time, Katrina will fill the room with the beautiful sounds of her violin, playing live holiday melodies for us as we enjoy each posture and mindfully embrace the spirit of the season!
Our yin yoga session will end in a savasana pose supported by props and with a blanket, readying us to fully surrender to the power of healing sound. As you relax on your back, Katrina and I will bathe your mind, body and spirit in the harmonious collaboration of the violin and crystal singing bowls. The powerful frequency and vibration of these live instruments have the power to shift our brain waves into a theta or delta brain wave state. This is sometimes known as a "dream like state". This state is tremendously healing for our nervous system and thus the physical body, mind and emotions, and even the hormones we secrete. When we embrace this state, we become more receptive to the intentions we are setting for ourselves... like planting a seed deep within!
There is no experience necessary to partake in this blissful session.
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Wednesday December 17th from 7:00-8:30pm
Yoga by Abbey
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Investment: $45.00
Winter Solstice Ceremony
The Winter Solstice takes place on December 21st and marks the start of winter. It is also known as the darkest day of the year.
This is a powerful time because as the amount day light each day has grown shorter and shorter, the winter solstice marks the turning point toward increasingly more light each day. It is symbolic of turning in towards ourselves and fresh beginnings! This is a beautiful time to tap into your yin energy and reach within yourself to bring forward your deepest intentions and nurture them into the light.
This immersive experience will bring us into a deeply introspective state, providing the space to reflect on our Winter Solstice intentions. While embracing the heart opening benefits of ceremonial cacao we will embark on a powerful journey of yin yoga, yoga nidra, sound healing and guided self-reflection.
Our celebration will begin with a sacred cacao ceremony, where we will take time to acknowledge our connection to mother earth and the journey the cacao took to come from the earth to our cups. We will infuse our intentions into our cacao and sip in mindfulness together. Cacao both physically and energetically opens the heart and enhances meditation, setting the stage for a profoundly introspective journey on our mats.
We will then embrace a tranquil yin yoga sequence where passive postures near or on the earth are held for 3 to 5 minutes per side. This practice allows us to move into the deeper tissues of the body and create space for rich moments of introspection. Throughout your postures, Abbey will come around and provide gentle hands-on assists and begin to incorporate healing sound instruments. Props will be provided to assist you in your practice.
Our yin yoga sequence will end resting comfortably in savasana. Here we will become fully immersed in the healing vibrations of sound and our Yoga Nidra practice will begin. Yoga Nidra is a meditative guided journey through the layers of being through to the soul, where you are guided to plant the seeds of your deepest intentions. All that is required of you is to follow along with your awareness as you rest and enjoy bathing in sound.
After rising from our yoga nidra journey, there will be time to reflect in your journal on anything that came up for you in your experience, your intentions for this Winter Solstice and to share in a supportive likeminded community. Guided journal prompts will be provided. Reflecting right out of a sound bath is a powerful and profound experience as we typically find great clarity!
This ceremony is open and accessible for all levels of ability.
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Sunday December 21st from 10:00am-12:15pm
at Yoga by Abbey
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Investment: $60.00
Mini Facial & Sound Bath
I am thrilled to be joined by the Calm Down Club's very own Cassandra Bradshaw in this unique holistic experience at Yoga by Abbey. Using the healing power of touch, scent, sound and stillness, we will float into the hypnagogic state together.
hyp•na•gog•ic (adj.)
hypnagogia is the transitional state of consciousness between wakefulness and sleep.
Enjoy a blissful mini facial experience with Certified aromatherapist and holistic skin therapist Cassandra Bradshaw (she/her) while I guide us through tranquil journey of healing sound. You will be invited to lay comfortably on your back using the support of the yoga props for ultimate relaxation.
The sacred sounds of the crystal sining bowls have a frequency that alter the brain wave state. It is possible through sound healing to reach the same brain wave state as REM sleep. This is extremely relaxing for the nervous system. The vibration of these sounds can help to clear energetic blocks and provide healing throughout the entire body.
Throughout our sound journey together, Cassandra will be able to spend time with each person to provide the wonderful gift of healing hands on touch. Breathe in an organic blend of therapeutic essential oils and carrier oils that are chosen to support your skin’s natural ability to heal and thrive. Intentional acupressure points on the face will be stimulated to encourage flow and chi— our life force energy—to decrease congestion and impart a radiant, healthy glow. An intuitive facial massage will support this restorative experience. Using natural face-lifting techniques, working with the fascia and tense muscular tissue, you'll feel bright and rejuvenated.
*we invite you to arrive with a clean, product-free face.
Enjoy herbal tea upon arrival while you settle in to the space.
There are only 8 spots available per session.
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Tuesday December 23rd from 6:30-8:00pm
at Yoga by Abbey
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Investment: $70.00
New Year Manifestation Mini Retreat
Step into the new year with clarity, intention, and an awakened spirit.
Join us for a soul-nourishing 3-hour journey designed to help you connect with your deepest desires and call in the energy you want to cultivate for the coming year. This mini retreat weaves together ceremony, neuroscience-informed manifestation practices, yoga, and creativity to support a powerful reset.
We’ll begin with a heart-opening cacao ceremony, inviting warmth, presence, and creative flow into the space. As we sip cacao together, we’ll explore the truth behind manifestation—unpacking common myths and diving into its roots in neuroscience, the law of attraction, and the transformative power of intentional affirmation.
With softened hearts and inspired minds, you’ll flow into a reflective journaling session, where you’ll craft personalized affirmations and manifestation statements to align your energy with what you want to attract in the new year.
Our journey continues with a vitality-raising yoga flow, blending breathwork, mindful movement, and a manifestation-focused sequence to elevate your vibration. This seamlessly melts into a sound bath savasana, guiding you into deep relaxation as visualization techniques anchor your intentions into your subconscious.
Following this inner work, you’ll have time to translate your visions into form by creating your own vision board. A blank canvas, magazines, scissors, glue, and creative materials will be provided, and you’re welcome to bring any additional images or items that feel meaningful to your intentions.
As you create, you’ll enjoy delicious Ayurvedic treats to ground and nourish the body.
Come as you are and leave with clarity, inspiration, and a tangible reminder of the beautiful path you're calling in for the year ahead.
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Friday January 9th from 6:00-9:00pm
at Yoga by Abbey
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Investment: $75.00
Living in Balance:
Your Ayurvedic Mind-Body Map
Step into the world of Ayurveda, the timeless, holistic science that teaches us how to live in harmony with our unique nature and the rhythms of the world around us.
This introductory workshop is designed to help you understand your mind-body blueprint, reconnect with balance, and learn simple, sustainable practices you can begin using right away.
While sipping a nourishing Ayurvedic beverage, through a blend of education, reflection, and guided exploration, you will:
Discover What Ayurveda Really Is:
Learn the foundations of this ancient healing system. Where it comes from, what it teaches, and why it remains profoundly relevant for modern life. You’ll explore the elemental building blocks of Ayurveda and what makes it such a deeply personalized approach to wellbeing.
Explore the Ayurvedic Clock:
Uncover how the three doshas, Vata, Pitta, and Kapha, shape the rhythms of life:
• the seasons of the year
• the stages of life
• the cycles of each day
Understanding the Ayurvedic clock will help you align with nature’s flow so you can feel more grounded, energized, and balanced throughout the year.
Understand the Doshas & Your Unique Blueprint:
Get to know Vata, Pitta, and Kapha in depth by exploring their qualities, characteristics, strengths, and imbalances. You’ll gain insight into your own Prakruti (your innate constitution) and Vikruti (your current state of imbalance), helping you recognize what supports you, what throws you off, and how to restore harmony.
Ayurvedic Self-Care for Daily Radiance:
You’ll also explore a series of traditional Ayurvedic self-care practices designed to nourish the senses, soothe the nervous system, and support balance in the doshas. We will cover:
• Dinacharya – daily rituals that help you start and end your day in harmony
• Abhyanga – the deeply grounding practice of self-massage with warm oil
• Cleansing practices such as tongue scraping, jala neti, nasya, oil pulling, and the invigorating kapalabhati pranayama
•Intuitive energy practice to help manage the flow of your prana (life force energy) •Pranayama practices to help regulate the nervous system These nourishing rituals help you embrace your inner radiance and cultivate a deeper relationship with your body’s natural wisdom.
By the end of this workshop, you’ll walk away with a clearer understanding of your Ayurvedic mind-body map, along with practical tools and self-care rituals to support balance—seasonally, energetically, and intuitively.
This workshop includes an informative handout to guide your learning during and after the session, classic Ayurvedic recipes, as well as a special Ayurvedic gift to support your new rituals.
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Wednesday January 21st from 7:00-9:00pm
at Yoga by Abbey
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Investment: $50.00