Esther Myers Yoga Studio

Esther Myers established her Studio in 1979. What began as a small studio in the Annex area of Toronto has grown into a vibrant centre that offers classes, workshops and retreats to students at every level of yoga practice, as well as pre and post natal yoga, yoga for children, breathing and meditation, and a highly respected Teacher Training Programme., Inspired by the teachings of Vanda Scaravelli (1908-1999) and Esther Myers (1947-2004), the deeply reflective style of hatha yoga taught at the Studio is both accessible and challenging. Each class highlights the profound connection between the breath, gravity, and spinal mobility. The core premise of the practice is that because we are always breathing, and gravity is always acting on the body, we can harness and utilize these powerful tools in order to elongate and enliven the spine. In this way yoga can be practised safely and in a manner that is constantly unravelling tension and ultimately freeing the body into a state of dynamic ease and comfort., This approach to yoga postures promotes relaxation in the muscles, a spacious mobility in the joints of the body, and enhanced energy and vitality for practitioners of any age, physical condition, or level of fitness. It is called Thinking Body Yoga because it is based on each practitioner's intelligent engagement with sound anatomical principles. It is yoga that is joyful and safe, healthy and healing., Many students come to the Studio looking to relieve stress, to alleviate physical discomfort, or to experience a quieter, more centered state of mind. These, as well as many others, are excellent reasons for beginning to study and practise yoga.