Category Archives: News

Buddhism and Meditation Level 2 – February 17th to March 16th
buddhism_siddhartha_head In this five-week course there will be a further exploration of Buddhist thought and the practice of meditation, for those seeking to deepen their understanding in a supportive group setting. Anyen Rinpoche’s book Momentary Buddhahood, the required text for this (...)
New to Santosha Westboro? New Year. New You.
MAILCARDwebpic (1)50% off a five-class package! (Only $40) includes a free wellness consultation Ready to get in shape, recover from an injury, reduce stress, improve your health, or become more happy and peaceful? We'll help you create a custom five-session package with our (...)
Free Class to Support The Ottawa Food Bank
josetteupdog Josette St. Aubin will be teaching a free class on Wednesday, December 14th at 7:30 p.m. All proceeds and gifts of non-perishable food items will be donated to The Ottawa Food Bank. Thanks for your generosity, and thank you to (...)
Yoga for Children with Special Needs – January 17 to February 21, 2012
specialneeds-webpic This class is suitable for higher functioning children with special needs who are physically able. This includes, but is not limited to, children with Autism, ADD/ADHD, Language-based Learning Disabilities, Apraxia and mild Cerebral Palsy. Classes will introduce children to yoga (...)
$5 Yoga! – Every Sunday 1:45 – 2:45 p.m.
danaclass-webpicAn Ancient Tradition There is an ancient tradition in both Buddhism and yoga in which the teaching is freely given, in return for an offering, or ‘dana’. Come and enjoy a yoga class EVERY WEEK for as little as a (...)
Parent & Child with Grace
flowersParent & Child workshop Saturday, November26, 2:00-3:30pm This joyful, yoga inspired workshop will appeal to the child within all. A great way to co-create an experience with a child you love. Grace is a certified Radiant Child Yoga teacher as well as (...)
Introducing Pathway Yoga
Early Morning HOT Yoga Intensive with Bodine & Alexis – Jan 9th to Feb 17th
hot-yoga-poses-2EARLY MORNING HOT YOGA INTENSIVE FOR DEVOTED STUDENTS WITH BODINE & ALEXIS 40 DAYS OF SPIRITUAL SWEAT ~ 3-5 MORNINGS PER (...)
Ashtanga in Depth with Mary Flinn – October 28-30
flinnbackgr-sep11Once again Mary Flinn returns to Ottawa for a whole weekend of Ashtanga in Depth Primary Series, Breath, Bandhas, Backbends, Arm Balances, Hip Openers, Flowing in Primary, Second & Third Series Curriculum (FR1) $30 Friday Oct 28 7:30 to 9:00 pm Introduction Half Primary (...)
COSTA RICA Yoga, Meditation and Surfing Adventure – March 24th to 31st
toucan1 Join us for the fifth annual Santosha Yoga trip to the incredible Osa Peninsula, to indulge in an excellent yoga program, Costa Rican hospitality, surfing, advanced relaxation techniques, surfing and incredible menu. There are still spaces available from March 24th (...)
Anusara Yoga A Sacred Embodiment – Lynne Paterson – August 13-14
patersonportrait A mixed level introduction introduction to the universal principles of alignment and Tantric philosophy with Lynne Paterson, certified Anusara™ Yoga teacher. Lynne Paterson Certified as an Anusara™ yoga instructor in 2003, Lynne Paterson has taught yoga professionally since 2000, after (...)
Yoga and Meditation Cottage Retreat – July 14 to 17
cottagelife The retreat space... the yurt! Home to the nomadic peoples of Mongolia, yurts are made to be moved. In mid-July Santosha will move the yurt from Ottawa to Santosha Westboro owner David Jewitt’s cottage on beautiful Lac Heney, and offer (...)
Meditation Group Wednesday evenings at Santosha Westboro
popart1 Those of you who would like to experience a shared sitting meditation and perhaps stay for some study of texts about meditation and the spiritual life will be pleased to hear that a meditation group meets on Wednesday evenings (...)
This Weekend with Anyen Rinpoche – Spaces Still Available – May 21, 22, 23
anyenpic3 What does a 14th century Tibetan master have to tell 21st century practitioners? The great master Longchenpa’s heart advice transcends time and culture. It is described as being of crucial importance in today's hectic world. Longchenpa is revered as one of (...)
Hart Lazer Returns to Santosha Westboro – March 16 – 18
hartvisitspring2012-webpic We are delighted that Hart Lazer is returning once again to Ottawa, not only for the sake of his longtime students (some of whom travel regularly to Montreal to see him) but also for the lucky people who will (...)
Mother’s Day Chocolate Yoga – Anne Pitman – Sunday, May 8th
mothrsdaywebpic2011 Anne has been hosting this delightful event for a number of years at Santosha Westboro, and it never fails to relax, delight and nourish. Come and experience Anne's profoundly grounding and relaxing teaching in a gentle Hatha Yoga practice, (...)
Santosha Surfing, Yoga & Meditative Bliss – COSTA RICA 2011!
Steph at Matapalo Join David Jewitt, Lucy Castell & Mary Flinn on Santosha's 4th Annual Costa Rica Retreat! The Location The Osa is one of the most intense, biologically diverse, beautiful, natural, lush rainforest areas on the planet.  Boca Sombrero, our retreat center is (...)
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[expand Markus]Instructor: Markus Sanchez Teaching style: Asthanga, Power, Hatha, Yin Markus is one of our best instructor in our studio: hilarious classes, nice workout, relax, for all levels. Come and enjoy! PS: You owe a single long espresso if you arrive (...)
An Urban Retreat Illuminating The Brahmaviharas – February 10th
urbanretreatwebpic   This one-day retreat is a continuation of the program of Body&Mind Urban Retreats offered by David Jewitt and Drew Bernard. We will be studying The Four Brahmaviharas: 1) loving-kindness or benevolence, 2) compassion, 3) sympathetic joy, and 4) equanimity. The (...)
Amanda Rheaume at Santosha – March 19th
amandayoga-1 In this special appearance at Santosha Westboro, Amanda Rheaume will be showcasing brand new unreleased songs she is developing for her next album, performing along with 'The Legendary'. This is a community building event as well as an intimate concert. Although (...)
Featured Classes
middaywebimagMidday Yoga Relax and let the tensions of the morning slip away. Recharge and prepare for your busy afternoon. Fit some fitness into your workday. Check the regular schedule at both studios, or ask us to set up a class for a (...)
Passport to Prana
Passport-to-Prana-Card-150x150 We now have Passport to Prana! Practitioners with a Passport to Prana Passport can now come and enjoy a class at both (...)
Check our schedule on your iPhone!
yoga-app_300x200px-150x150 Download the new MindBody iPhone application and stay up to date with schedule changes and upcoming workshops! Get this app from (...)