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Our aim is the transformation of people to wholeness, using the practice of yoga to restore physical, emotional and spiritual health, in a culture of insight, intuition and integrity.
Primary teacher is LINDA ZELICKI, Registered Yoga Teacher
TRAINING AND ACCREDITATION
o Registered at the advanced (500 hour) level with the Ontario Yoga Association and the Yoga Alliance, an international standards body, based in the U.S.)
o Teaching since October 2001
o Trained with the founder of Flow Yoga, Kaila Kukla, and in 2005, completed a further, intensive two year teacher training program at the Vidya Institute, which included an in-depth view of yogic philosophy, psychology, and Ayurveda
o A student of yoga since 1996
o Believe that continuing yogic education is fundamental to excellence in teaching and so have completed many training hours with such well-known teachers, as Paul Grilley, Leslie Kaminoff, Gary Kraftsow, Yoganand Michael Carroll, TKV Desikachar, his son Kaustub Desikachar and anatomist Susi Hately Aldous
o Silent meditation retreats and a daily meditation practice strengthen my capacity to guide others along the path to wholeness and unity with all that is
o Registered Social Worker in Ontario
o Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from RyersonUniversity, received with Honours
TEACHING STYLE AND OFFERING
My teaching style is a synthesis of the two yoga styles I studied intensively: Hatha Flow and Iyengar-based Hatha yoga. Flowing transitions between postures help students to hold postures. Simplified movements ensure there is adequate preparation for postures and a gradual progression.
Adapting to client needs by encouraging feedback, requests and questions helps me tap into the healing potential of each student and facilitates the transformation of body, mind and spirit. Cultivating peace within awakens its potential to extend out into the world.
Techniques of yoga practice used include relaxation, postures, breath-work, concentration exercises and meditation
Personalized one-on-one work, small group classes and workshops on healing back pain are available. Format varies with needs and what is feasible for student.
I have taught seniors, people with special needs, including people with mental handicaps, and low income Ontarians.
COMMUNITY INTERESTS AND ACTIVITIES
o Board member of the Ontario Yoga Association from Nov. 2005 to June 2009, as the Education and Registration Chair for close to 4 years, (including 1 year as Co-Chair), a role which involved the clarification of registration requirements, registration of yoga teachers and yoga teacher training programs in Ontario and the development of a Continuing Education program to maintain a standard of excellence in the practice and teaching of yoga in Ontario. Brought forth new Code of Ethics, adopted by membership
o Currently a member of the International Association of Yoga Therapists.
o Published a number of informative articles on yoga. (see articles page on this website)
o Loves nature and enjoys being physically active, especially outdoors: cycling, walking, swimming, canoeing and cross country skiing.
o Engaged in own healing work for many years and appreciates open, honest "tell it like it is" communication.
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"Linda is able to meet students different needs and abilities. She adjusts positions to ensure that students regardless of their abilty can participate in the class fully. Linda's gentle style is a gift as she guides you into stretches that are more difficult. She has a good knowledge of anatomy and her instructions help you get the most of each step. She creates a peaceful, accepting environment and genuinely cares for her students. In Linda's classes, I have been able to experience the benefits of both the physical and spiritual aspects of yoga."
- Christie Neufeld, Yoga is Divine student for 3 years
A very kind and caring teacher who shows a real interest in each of her students.
- Gail Clenman, Yoga is Divine student
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