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PranaShanti Education Centre

Canada’s largest yoga education centre. Online & In-Person Trainings. 200-, 300-, 800-Hr Programs. Join us and feel the PranaShanti difference!

Online and In-Person Courses and Trainings

At PranaShanti Education Centre we offer a variety of trainings in different formats to suit all of our students’ needs. Through the School of Life, we aim to offer everyone the opportunity to know themselves better through comprehensive programs that serve the personal journey and the professional one. Through the School of Yoga, we offer life-transforming training designed for everyone, whether you are interested in becoming a teacher or wanting to deepen your yoga practice and knowledge. Through the School of Yoga Therapy, we provide training in both the techniques (asana, pranayama, chanting, philosophy or point of view and meditation) and the therapeutic applications of these techniques. Our format allows for you to physically, mentally and spiritually dive into the teachings while respecting your commitments to work, family, schooling and personal life.

11/14/2025

📚 We're accepting donations to our Lending Library! 📚

Do you have gently used books on yoga, meditation, breathwork, healthy living, or cooking that you'd like to pass along? 🙏 If you're local to Ottawa, we would love to accept your donations!

Drop off your books at PranaShanti Yoga Centre, 950 Gladstone Ave., and help support future teachers, yoga enthusiasts, and wellness seekers. 🌟 These resources will be a valuable addition to our workshops, courses, and trainings, enriching the learning experience for everyone in our community. 💖

If you're looking for a specific book to borrow, let us know! We may have it in our collection. 📖✨

Thank you for being a part of our journey and for helping us continue to grow together. 🌱

10/30/2025

🧘‍♀️ Props in Practice: Unlock Your Stretch with a Strap

Straps aren’t just for beginners — they’re a powerful tool for every yoga student and teacher. 🌟

At PranaShanti Education Centre, we love teaching how a simple strap can transform your practice:

✨ Versatility:

Extend your reach in reclined hamstring stretches

Deepen stretches safely

Support alignment in challenging poses

✨ Demonstrate & Inspire:

Teachers, show students how to gently lengthen hamstrings while keeping the lower back supported

Students, explore a deeper stretch without strain

✨ Benefits of Using a Strap:

Improves flexibility gradually

Reduces risk of injury

Enhances body awareness and alignment

Makes poses more accessible and sustainable

Example: A reclined hamstring stretch with a strap allows you to lie on your back, loop the strap around your foot, and gently lift your leg while keeping your spine grounded. Mindful, safe, and effective — no forcing required. 🌿

🎯 Teaching Tip: Encourage students to explore props as tools for self-care — they’re not a crutch, they’re an invitation to deepen their practice safely.

📚 At PranaShanti Education Centre, we guide teachers and students to embrace props creatively — so every practice is safe, empowering, and enjoyable.

10/28/2025

✨ Deepen Your Yin Yoga Journey ✨

Join us for Yin Yoga Teacher Training – Level 2 with Laurie & Stephane 🧘‍♀️🧘‍♂️
Featuring special guest: Blaise T. Ryan, Acupuncturist
📅 November 7–9, 2025 | Online + In-Person
PranaShanti Education Centre | 950 Gladstone Ave., 2nd Floor | Free Parking

Building on the foundations of Yin Yoga, this immersive training will guide you to:
🌿 Understand the Meridian System & Qi
🌿 Explore acupressure points and mindfulness practices
🌿 Learn advanced Yin postures, sequencing, and modifications
🌿 Experience acupuncture and the Five Elements theory
🌿 Refine your teaching through posture clinics and practice teaching

This training counts as 25 Hours CEUs with Yoga Alliance and is part of our 300-Hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training Program.

📖 Course materials and a Yin Yoga class package included.

Reserve your spot today and take your Yin practice and teaching to the next level!

👉 https://pranashanti.com/yin-yoga-teacher-training-advanced-ottawa/

10/23/2025

📚✨ Back to School, Yoga Style ✨📚
There’s something special about this time of year — that fresh notebook feeling, new beginnings, and the excitement of learning ahead.

We’ve just opened the pages on two incredible journeys:
🌿 200-Hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training - Fall
🔥 200-Hour Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training

Each training marks the start of a new chapter — where lifelong memories are made, community grows, and transformation unfolds both on and off the mat.

From that first moment of connection to the deep inner work that follows, our teacher trainings are more than just programs — they’re a journey of self-discovery, connection, and purpose.

Let’s celebrate new beginnings, open hearts, and the beautiful community that comes together each fall. 💛

📍 PranaShanti Yoga Centre – Where learning, growth, and spirit come together.

10/21/2025

🌟 New Ways to Bring Yoga to EVERY Body 🌟

🪑 Chair Yoga Training with Michael Hutkins
📅 November 1–2, 2025 | 9 AM – 5 PM ET
📍 Attend In-Person at the PranaShanti Education Centre at 950 Gladstone Ave., 2nd Floor, OR Online from anywhere!

✨ Did you know? ✨
• By 2030, 1 in 5 people will be over 65.
• Millions live with mobility challenges that keep them out of a traditional yoga class.
• And yet… Chair Yoga opens the door for everyone.

This training is for yoga teachers, students, and wellness professionals who want to:
✅ Make yoga more inclusive & accessible
✅ Support aging populations & those with mobility needs
✅ Learn how to adapt yoga for office workers, athletes in recovery, or people managing chronic conditions
✅ Expand your teaching skills & career opportunities

💡 What you’ll gain:
• How to lead safe & powerful chair yoga classes
• Tools for teaching groups with Alzheimer’s, MS, and more
• Yoga philosophy on aging, storytelling & mantras
• A supportive practicum to practice teach
• CEUs for Yoga Alliance teachers

🎓 You’ll leave certified, confident, and ready to share yoga in senior centres, offices, community groups, and beyond!

🔗 Register now and learn how yoga in a chair can change lives—including yours.

👉 Tag a yoga teacher or friend who would LOVE this training!

10/19/2025

🧘‍♀️ Why Choose PranaShanti for Your Yoga Journey? 🧘‍♂️

At PranaShanti, we offer more than just a space for yoga practice – we provide a place for true transformation. Our specialized 200, 300, and 800-hour training programs are designed for those who are serious about deepening their practice or stepping into the role of a yoga or meditation teacher. 🌱

With a focus on high-quality education, expert guidance, and a supportive community, PranaShanti is the ideal environment for those looking to expand their knowledge and share the gift of yoga with others. Whether you're pursuing certification or simply wish to deepen your understanding, our programs will guide you every step of the way.

Take the next step in your yoga journey with PranaShanti. ✨

Visit us also PranaShanti Yoga Centre 💛

10/16/2025

🌿 Did you know? 🌿
Our 800-Hour Yoga Therapy Program at PranaShanti Yoga Centre is proudly accredited by the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT) — a distinction we continue to uphold with deep integrity and care. 🙌🧘‍♀️

This accreditation isn’t just a stamp of approval — it’s an ongoing commitment to excellence, ethics, and global standards in the field of yoga therapy. 🌍✨

💡 Why does this matter to YOU?

✅ Trust in Quality – Our training meets IAYT’s highest standards, ensuring you’re learning from a globally respected program.
✅ Professional Credibility – IAYT accreditation boosts your recognition as a serious yoga therapy professional.
✅ Cutting-Edge Education – We stay aligned with developments in integrative health and yoga therapy around the world.

Whether you’re already on the path or just beginning to explore the possibilities of yoga therapy — we’re here to support your journey with world-class education, mentorship, and community. 💖

Let’s continue to grow, heal, and lead — together.

10/09/2025

Behind every transformational offering is a space prepared with care. 🕊️✨

A little behind-the-scenes magic—yoga mats, bolsters, blankets, blocks, straps, everything placed with intention.

At PranaShanti Education Centre, we set the tone for learning, growth, and connection before the journey even begins.

See you soon! 💜

10/08/2025

🌸 Prenatal & Postnatal Yoga Training with Melissa D 🌸
🗓️ Mondays, Oct. 20 – Nov. 17, 2025 | 6–9 PM ET
📍 PranaShanti Education Centre, 950 Gladstone Ave., 2nd Floor, Ottawa
💻 Online + In-Person

Yoga offers incredible support for pregnancy, labour, and parenthood — but it’s important to know how to guide safely and effectively through each stage.

Join Melissa Del Monte for this comprehensive 20-hour training designed for:
🧘‍♀️ Yoga Teachers & Fitness Instructors
🤰 Doulas, Health Professionals & Parents-to-Be

You’ll explore:
✨ The “Yoga Toolbox” for pregnancy and birth
🧠 The science of pain and tools for managing it
💞 Pelvic floor health, breath, and posture
💤 Rest, restore & recover — the sacred postpartum period
🤝 Partner yoga & the often-overlooked role of birth partners

By the end, you’ll confidently teach and adapt yoga for prenatal and postnatal students, understanding how to meet their needs with care, safety, and compassion.

🎓 Counts for 20 CEUs with Yoga Alliance
📘 Optional reading: Prepare to Push by Kim Vopni

✨ Help parents-to-be and new parents connect, heal, and thrive through yoga.

👉 Learn more & register at: https://ow.ly/YlYv50X8Lx3
📍 PranaShanti Education Centre | 950 Gladstone Ave., 2nd Floor, Ottawa

10/07/2025

✨ Teaching Tip ✨
When guiding students in Easy Pose (Sukhasana), remember:
👉 Encourage sitting on a folded blanket or block so the hips are slightly higher than the knees. This supports the lower back and makes the posture more sustainable.

🔑 Pro Tip for Teachers: Instead of cueing “sit cross-legged,” try inviting students to “find a comfortable seat where your spine can rise tall and your breath flows easily.” This shifts the focus from form to function — stability and ease.

🌿 A mindful setup in Sukhasana helps students feel grounded for meditation, pranayama, and centering practices.

💬 How do you like to set your students up for Sukhasana? Share below ⬇️

Address

950 Gladstone Avenue, Unit 200
Ottawa, ON
K1Y3E6

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 9pm
Tuesday	9am - 9pm
Wednesday	9am - 9pm
Thursday	9am - 9pm
Friday	9am - 9pm
Saturday	9am - 6pm
Sunday	9:30am - 6pm

Telephone

+16137619642

Website

https://pranashanti.com/education/

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We offer a variety of trainings in formats to suit all our students’ needs. We provide continuing education in the form of Master Classes and stand-alone Yoga Teacher Trainings, professional teaching programs recognized by the Yoga Alliance in Hatha and Kundalini, as well as a Teaching Assistant program. We also provide workshops for the hobbyist and the curious student. In addition to workshops, we offer Work Exchange and Scholarship programs. We want you to explore; whether it is yoga, your profession or your deepest self. We believe that in learning, there is life. In self-discovery, there is growth and the shedding of practices and beliefs that no longer serve us. We want to offer everyone the opportunity to know themselves better through comprehensive programs that serve the personal journey and the professional one.