RESTORE. CONNECT. NOURISH.
Sarah Dunham and Rachel Quigg are teaming up to offer you a mini retreat at beautiful Clifton House. A one night stay, breakfast, snacks, as well as yoga, creative expression, and Reiki. Arrive on Friday evening, and leave on Saturday morning feeling lighter, connected and more like yourself.
$75 investment
Friday February 21, 6pm – Saturday February 22, 10am.
Learn to both play and dance to a beautiful selection of Middle Eastern and North African rhythms. Suitable for beginners and more experienced drummers/dancers. Hosted by Angie Oriana Jenkins and Heidi Kalyani
Sunday Jan 26th 3-5pm
$30 person
Register: sarah@cliftonhouse.ca
We are so excited to extend this Holiday invitation!!
Family Christmas at Clifton
Youth are welcome 🎄 crafts and events will be hosted for them throughout the day, come for a session or stay for the whole day. Bring a friend, check out whats new and exciting at Clifton House, meet our new instructors and mingle with friends.
We will have a donation box for our local women’s shelter and will be accepting gifts and donations. Come back at 6pm and join Full Circle Sisters Nina and Kelsie as they host a lovely evening of tea and sweets as you wrap the donations and gifts for the shelter.
Our Yoga instructors have donated their time, and for just $10/class you can drop in to any or all of the following classes!
9am -free flow Yoga with Nina
11am -Soul Flow Yoga with Jade Burgess
12pm- Yoga for everyone with Sarah
1:30pm- Flow Yoga with Lesley Stoodley
🎄3pm- Free Sound Bath with hot Apple Cider to follow🎁
Door Prizes – Offerings from the ladies at Clifton House!
Mini Sessions with Mary from 10-12pm 25$
Mini Sessions with Jill 12-2pm- 25$
(Book with us insure your spot🙂)
All proceeds are going toward renovations at Clifton in New Year
A transformative and healing journey back home to yourself. Join Dawn at Clifton House on Friday December 6th for a unique and deeply nourishing blend of Yoga Nidra and SoundHealing/Sound Therapy.
After some gentle Asana and Pranayama, you will be guided into a conscious relaxation practice intended to induce total physical, mental, and emotional relaxation.
To bookend the practice, you will be bathed by the vibrations, frequencies, tones and sounds from “Leela” the 30″ symphonic gong, 7 chakra crystal singing bowls, koshi with chimes, tinsha bells and more.
Dawn Marie is a yoga instruction from Shanti in Halifax and is visiting Clifton House to share this magical experience. Give yourself the early Christmas gift of “HarmoNidra”- a transformative experience your body, mind and soul is sure to soak right up!
Bring a yoga mat (some available at the studio), pillow and blanket. Wear comfortable clothes.
Investment of $40.
Payable to Sarah@cliftonhouse.ca or in cash at the studio
Come celebrate with us! Members and non-members are invited to the Grand Opening for Clifton House in Windsor, Nova Scotia on Sunday, May 26th from 2-6.
Clifton House is celebrating one year of helping people feel stronger, energized, healthier and empowered. It is a beautiful home that has been transformed into a Wellness Studio that offers yoga and pilates classes, massage, energetic healing, detox foot baths, eco friendly hair services, intuitive readings, workshops and retreats.
Looking to rent a space to hold meetings, gatherings or workshops? Then Clifton House is for you! Offering a warm, beautiful, and creative space for your event or occasion.
The Grand Opening will offer mini yoga and pilates classes with our five different instructors. You can also receive a hands on healing treatment, massage and intuitive readings.
Door prizes will be drawn for a chance to win class passes for yoga and pilates, a reiki session, detox foot bath treatment, free hair cut and style, a gift basket for organic hair products and more.
We welcome you to join us in celebrating this exciting addition to Windsor, NS. Please share and pass on this invitation to others and we will see you on Sunday, May 26th from 2-6.
Nina completed her 250-hour yoga teacher training in Toronto in 2013, and soon followed up with specialized training in pre and postnatal yoga. She was excited to deepen her own yoga practice, not planning to teach. The first time she taught a sun salutation, she was hooked and her training shifted gears.
She loves sharing yoga and has been teaching a variety of styles for the past 5 years.
In her free time, Nina continues to deepen her passion by practicing and studying many aspects of yoga. Her other true loves include her baby and husband and her garden and home in the forest. She is delighted to be joining the team at Clifton House and looks forward to sharing her love of yoga with Windsor’s yogis.
Prenatal yoga is a perfect way for expecting mothers to connect with their changing bodies and growing babies. Join this class and meet other mamas-to-be in a relaxed and supportive environment. We will practice asana (yoga postures), breath work and meditation to help with aches and stress and to help prepare your body for childbirth.
6-week session $80
Tuesdays at 6pm
Chakra flow: Join Nina for this 7-week flow class to help tune up your subtle body. Each week we will focus our movement and meditation around one of the 7 main chakras (energy centres) in the body. We will explore how each chakra corresponds to particular body parts, organs and human characteristics. By taking time to focus on the chakras, you can gain balance and ease in your body and life.
7-week session $90
Thursdays at 6pm
Holly Ross (The Yoga Hen) has earned her title as a “Hen” because of her nurturing nature to take care of others, but most importantly, herself. Her life took a turn after a tragic loss of her husband in June 2013. Her original plan to enroll in a yoga teacher training program was postponed as her journey took a pause.
In the summer of 2014, she decided to participate in the Berwick Yoga Festival. After an amazing awakening experience during a hurricane at the Festival, Holly knew that she was ready to take on the Teacher Training program in the fall of 2014. She proudly graduated with her 200 Hour Yoga Teaching Training Certificate from Breathing Space in May 2015.
In January 2016, Holly decided to continue her journey to start her own business where she could offer experiences outside of the studio atmosphere. The Yoga Hen Adventures was “Hatched” and she’s not looking back. Holly loves to play outdoors, whether it’s hiking in the woods, walking on the beach, or simply sitting by the river. She enjoys travel, seeks adventure and finds a sense of piece in nature. Some of the Yoga Hens adventures have included hiking and wine tastings, yoga with goats, wine and chocolate parings with yoga, and retreats that include kayaking, hiking and meditation. Holly offers many classes including chair yoga for the aging population, gentle flow and Yin Yoga.
Clifton House is honored to be sharing space with The Yoga Hen as she shines her love of yoga with our community. Please contact Holly to book classes with her.
Pilates Instruction Anyone?
Hi my name is Rachel Quigg and I would love to meet you! Why you may ask?
I just joined Sarah Dunham at Clifton House which is very exciting. I moved to Windsor recently and it is definitely hotter here then St. Margaret’s Bay. I knew years ago coming to visit Sarah that we would be working together some how in helping others become and stay healthy by the way of fitness. Thank you Sarah for welcoming me into Clifton House, this space is so beautiful.
I will be offering Pilates instruction privately, in pairs and in groups. Pilates may be for you if you are suffering from back pain, poor posture from sitting all day, lack of strength and tone in muscle, or limited flexibility. Maybe you want to be able to play a better golf game, bike or run better, wake up with less stiffness, feel more comfortable with your body, or have more energy. Maybe it is hard for you to commit to an exercise routine on your own then I can help with that.
The health benefits of Pilates are amazing, some of the benefits are;
Improved flexibility and posture
Increased muscle strength and tone, particularly of your abdominal muscles, lower back, hips and buttocks
Balanced muscular strength on both sides of your body
Enhanced muscular control of your back and limbs
Increased relaxation
Still not sure if it is for you then please take advantage of a free 30 minute consultation so we can meet/talk and see if you can benefit.
In addition, those that purchase private pilates or pairs sessions between now and August 31 your name will be entered into a draw to win 5 private pilates sessions.
Group pilates classes start in September, if you are interested then please contact me before August 31st so I can put your name down for The Am Interested List so you can be contacted about class times and days. Please contact me via facebook or call/text 902-222-8677. I will be offering level 1 intro pilates classes with modifications, no experience necessary.
Testimonial
“ What a huge difference after only 8 classes! I feel stronger, tougher, more flexible, energized and happier. Thank you Rachel for your fabulous instruction, attention to detail and positive energy! A.Z
Sincerely,
Rachel Quigg, Bkin
Stott Pilates Certified
This is an article that we feel is extremely valuable from fitday.com. Click here for the original article.
Yoga training can be of enormous benefit to anyone pursuing a fitness regime. Yoga tones and strengthens your body uniformly, unlike some fitness training regimens that can lead to overdevelopment of particular muscle groups. Yoga exercises, meditation and postures also improve your balance, strength and overall flexibility, making you more capable of pursuing a weight loss regimen.
The Physical Benefits of Yoga
Performing yoga postures regularly offers a number of physical benefits, including:
Yoga postures and exercises focus on all of the joints of the body, including joints you probably don’t use regularly. Yoga exercises can strength problem joints such as the knees, hips and ankles. Yoga training also leads to increased spinal flexibility and core strength, both of which can reduce chronic problems such as lower back pain and increase your overall physical strength. Because yoga also exercises ligaments and tendons, your joints will lubricate more effectively, reducing joint pain.
Yoga training may be the only form of exercise that stimulates your internal organs. This helps prevent disease by maintaining organ health. It can also help make you more aware of potential health problems.
Yoga stretches and stimulates the muscles and organs of the body in a uniform manner. This allows increased blood flow to all parts of your body, which helps to flush out the toxins that can accumulate in your body’s tissues. Increased detoxification can increase your energy levels, making you more likely to follow an exercise program designed for weight loss.
The Emotional and Psychological Benefits of Yoga
Yoga training also offers a number of emotional and psychological benefits. Yoga exercises, postures and meditation increase your powers of mental concentration and can significantly reduce levels of stress and anxiety. Yoga can also help you feel better about your body and your self, by increasing your strength and flexibility, and by allowing you to feel more in touch with your body.
Yoga for Weight Loss
Not all types of yoga can help you lose weight. There are many forms of yoga, and many of them don’t raise your heart rate enough to contribute to weight loss. However, some forms of yoga can raise your heart rate and help burn fat.
Vinyasa, or flow yoga, is based on a series of postures known as the Sun Salutations. If you’d like to use yoga training to help lose weight, try one of these forms of vinyasa yoga:
If you are overweight or suffer from any physical disabilities or illnesses, tell your yoga instructor at the beginning of the first class; she can help you practice safely.
Join FitYoga founder Balazs Heller as he visits us all the way from Europe to deliver empowering lectures and yoga sessions throughout his 4-day yoga & self-realization retreat at FitYoga Windsor, NS between 18-21 May 2018.
Day Passes are available if you cant commit to all 4 days. You can also book individual yoga classes, workshops, healing sessions. All details and prices are listed below.
Do you feel burnt out? Lost in transition? Need new directions? New perspective? New beginning? Healing? Inner Peace? Rejuvenation? Self-reflection? Pampering your Soul? Me-time? Come and join Balazs so we can co-create a new chapter in your life which is based on Truth, Inner Peace, Passion and Self-Confidence!
Balazs is a former gymnastics champion of Hungary, European Bikram Yoga champion, life coach and Reiki Master. He has been running 200-hour yoga teacher training programs and self-empowerment yoga retreats across the globe to spread his message of self-empowerment, self-healing and the power of yoga. Balazs’ lectures and yoga classes are open for anyone interested in spirituality, meditation, yoga alignment, yoga philosophy, vegan nutrition. These 4 days are going to be all about YOU, so you can go beyond your self-created limitations, and re-create your new reality which is based on unlimited potential, reconnecting mind, body and spirit.
Although we do advise you to stay with Balazs for 4-days on the retreat to experience a complete transformation, you are welcome to participate even for one or two days or you can come for specific workshops you are interested in. See below the daily schedule.
Each day is based on self-reflection, healing, self-empowerment and rejuvenation through healthy vegan food, daily meditation, yoga, walking in nature, daily life-coaching sessions. The main focus of the retreat is healing, awakening, embracing.
This long weekend is a great opportunity for individuals and for couples to release, heal, reconnect, reflect and uplift that shinning soul within yourself which was neglected for so long!
PROGRAM
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1st Day – Friday
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8.00-9.00h Arrival & Light Vegan Breakfast
9.30-11.30h Meditation / Pranayama / FitYoga Master Class
12.00-13.00h Vegan Lunch
13.00-14.00h Nature walk
14.30-17.30h Yoga Philosophy – Ancient Wisdom for today (Lecture 1)
18.00-19.00h Dinner
19.00-20.00h Healing Circle
2nd Day – Saturday
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8.00-10.00h Meditation / Pranayama / FitYoga Master Class
10.00-10.35h Vegan Breakfast
10.45-13.30h Who am I? – The Art of Self-Realization (Lecture 2)
13.30-14.30h Vegan Lunch
14.30h-15.30 Nature Walk
15.30-17.45h Yoga Alignment & Asana principles Workshop (Lecture 3)
18.00-19.00h Dinner
19.00-20.00h Group Reiki
3rd Day – Sunday
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8.00-10.00h Meditation / Pranayama / FitYoga Master Class
10.00-10.35h Vegan Breakfast
10.45-13.30h Whole-food Plant-based Nutrition Workshop (Lecture 4)
13.30h Vegan Lunch
14.30h-15.30 Nature Walk
15.30-17.45h The Power of Change – Rewiring the New You (Lecture 5)
18.00h Dinner
19.00-20.00h Guided meditation & Satsang – Spiritual Discourse on the Truth
4d Day – Monday
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8.00-10.00h Meditation / Pranayama / Yoga
10.00-11.00 Vegan Breakfast
11.00-13.15h Guiding Principles towards Awakening (Lecture 6 )
13.30h Vegan Lunch
14.30h Say goodbye
ABOUT BALAZS HELLER
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Balazs is the founder of FitYoga, certified life coach, NLP practitioner, intuitive massage therapist, yoga teacher, Reiki Master. Balazs has been running yoga retreats, yoga teacher training programs all around the world for many years. His passion is to teach to inspire, to heal…to bring light and harmony in people’s heart. Balazs from early age was a professional gymnast then he became gymnastics champion of Hungary for many years. After his gymnastics career he finished his Master’s Degree in International Relations and traveled around the world to find his true purpose in life. He currently lives with his wife and two children on the sunny Mediterrenean-island of Malta where he is running his yoga teacher trainings www.FitYogaTeacherTraining.com and working as a yoga teacher and life coach. Balazs’ retreats are life changing experience if you come with an open heart.
You can follow Balazs on Social media:
Instagram: www.instagram.com/balazsheller
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yogilifecoach/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx38fsS1SVTrI8WVcim0YUA
VENUE
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Clifton House : FitYoga Windsor
www.fityogawindsor.com
439 Clifton Avenue, Windsor,NS
ACCOMMODATIONS (3 nights – Friday, Sat ,Sunday)
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Guests will be staying at the beautiful and historic Clockmakers Inn, located just minutes from the studio. Rest, relax and rejuvenate in this charming and peaceful Inn. Private and shared rooms available and can be discussed at the time of booking.
www.theclockmakersinn.com
There are also shared guests rooms located at The FitYoga Windsor Studio.
FEES & REGISTRATION – Final price with tax included
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EARLY BIRD fees till 18th of April:
–> All-inclusive 4-day retreat fee
* without accommodation: $790
* with 3 nights Private accommodation: $1050
* with Shared 2 & 3-bed accommodation: $935
–> 1 Day-Pass with meals : $250
–> Lecture/Workshop Pass: $75
–> Yoga class: $25
–> Healing Circle/ Group Reiki / Satsang: $20 each
—> 1 night private accommodation: $125
—> 1 night shared accommodation: $65
NORMAL fees apply from 19th of April as follows:
–> All-inclusive 4-day retreat fee
* without accommodation: $825
* with 3 nights Private accommodation: $1085
* with Shared 2 & 3-bed accommodation: $970
–> 1 Day-Pass with meals : $290
–> Lecture/Workshop Pass: $90
–> Yoga class: $30
–> Healing Circle/ Group Reiki / Satsang: $25 each
—> 1 night private accommodation: $135
—> 1 night shared accommodation: $75
The all-inclusive fee includes:
• Daily vegan breakfast-lunch-dinner (no dinner on Monday)
• daily yoga, pranayama and meditation sessions
• lectures / workshops / healing circles
• accommodation (if applicable)
BOOKING
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Send Balazs an email to junglespiritmalta@gmail.com with an answer to the following question: Why do you want to join the retreat?
You can also call Sarah at 902-401-1109 to reserve your spot. Sarah is the Canadian Ambassador for FitYoga and owner of FitYoga Windsor.
We will work with you the customize the package that is perfect for you.