When Taylor Alexandra first started practicing yoga, it was a solo journey—a coping mechanism that allowed her to connect with herself in a way she’d never experienced. It wasn’t until years later that she finally brought her practice into a studio setting, testing out a class at downtown Halifax’s Shanti Yoga for no other reason […]
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Moksha Yoga is working on its fitness
It’s been 10 years since Moksha Yoga Halifax (1512 Dresden Row) opened its doors to yogis and yogi-wannabes alike, and owner Joanna Thurlow is giving gifts rather than receiving them. September ushers in some changes to the studio, bringing its students more diversity when it comes to the classes they’re taking. “We’re creating that space […]
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Six ways to LOL and get swole
Aquacize Centennial Pool, 1970 Gottingen Street Fitness, in a pool. It’s a funny enough concept on its own. It’s also a head-to-toe workout, accessible to any level of athleticism. Centennial has a whole bunch of options for class times (find the full schedule on its website) but the editor’s pick? Experience a Saturday evening session […]
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Massage and yoga meet at Pramana
Massage therapist Alicia Wright and yoga instructor Lara Frankcom will combine forces at Pramana—a new business coming to Gottingen street in August. Wright describes Pramana as a space to learn about your body. A client’s needs can dictate the service they receive. For example, if someone is trying to correct an injury, Wright and Frankcom […]
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On the Mat Yoga opens on Oxford
Tori Jarvis Grant needed a home base. She had been teaching corporate yoga, sans studio, for about a year when she decided that her On The Mat Yoga had to grow. “I was really busy, having a hard time finding teachers, and students were asking me where to practice,” she says. Armed with a wish […]
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Dartmouth Yoga finds its centre
Dartmouth yogis have a new happy place. In late July the Dartmouth Yoga Centre quietly opened in in a prime location in the heart of downtown, above Dartmouth Yarns (122 Portland Street). Functioning as more of a cooperative than a studio, Dartmouth Yoga is brainchild of keen yoga teachers Jillana Burgess, Michele Banfield and Estelle […]
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SUP Yoga Halifax launches tomorrow
“I thought to myself, What would be the coolest job? The kind of job that I would wake up every day and say ‘I love my life and I’m so excited to be doing this,’” says Grace Stolarz, a yoga instructor and the owner of SUP Yoga Halifax, which launches its stand-up paddleboards this Thursday […]
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The Jois of yoga
[Image-1] Manju Jois has given lessons on ashtanga yoga for nearly five decades. His father’s pupil at age seven, and a teacher since 15, Jois’s ashtanga combines aspects of strength, therapy, energy and cleansing. Before going to the US and Europe, Jois met with The Coast at the ashtanga studio in Halifax to share some […]
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The bright light at Darkside Yoga
From Carcass, Emperor and Iron Maiden, Darkside Yoga‘s founder and instructor Dawn Collins uses songs from metal’s finest, including Halifax’s own Pith, in a practice meant to heal and inspire. At Darkside (18 Rosedale Drive), the physicality of Bhakti and Hatha yoga blends with the artistic expression of metal, creating a synergy of emotion and […]
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RIO grand
RIO | Rock In Opposition Studio (5781 Charles Street), one of north end Halifax’s newest spots, has been welcoming yogis, brogis (yeah, broga is totally a thing here) and anyone interested in moving, stretching and sweating through its doors since December, but it officially celebrates its arrival this Saturday, January 17. From 7pm-10pm enjoy the […]
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You should know about YogaShare
Community is what Guylaine Williams loves the most about yoga, which is why she wants to make it as accessible as possible. “Yoga and Yoga Inc. have never been synonymous, and I’ve struggled with that for a long time,” says Williams, who after teaching yoga in Halifax for over a decade began renting her own […]
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Ashtanga Shala is closing
The new year brought with it unfortunate news from the Ashtanga Yoga Shala (1489 Birmingham Street). Owner and instructor Seth Daley sent members a heavy-hearted email announcing that his studio would be refunding memberships and closing at the end of January, citing it had seen a decline over the past two years. “It’s such a […]