TESTIMONIALS “I have been practicing virtual yoga with Annette since the pandemic started. It is an activity I look forward to every week. The sessions bring calmness to a busy week and promote tranquility and a positive mind. It always feels good to devote an hour to yourself and refocus your mind. Annette is a very pleasant, calming and at… Read more →
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5 Things to Consider When Purchasing a Yoga Mat
Are you looking to buy your own yoga mat and don’t know where to start? There are so many different types to choose from that it can be hard to know which mat is best. Consider these top 5 qualities when purchasing your new yoga mat. 1. Traction – What style of yoga do you practice and what is your… Read more →
5 Yoga Tips for Golf
As autumn approaches and your golf season wraps up it’s a perfect opportunity to cross-train. Training in more than one discipline will improve fitness and performance, especially in the game of golf. Practicing yoga and playing golf have many principles in common; they both require fluid movement and flexibility, rotation, focus and concentration, core-strength, and proper breathing. Read on to learn… Read more →
What Is Meditation All About Anyway?
Mindfulness and meditation are widely promoted for having healing powers and enhancing overall wellbeing, but how does one ‘empty’ the mind? What is the purpose and the benefits of meditating? And who has time to meditate? These are common questions I answer from curious students feeling overwhelmed about embarking on a meditation practice. With over-stimulated brains and fast-paced lifestyles taking… Read more →
FAQ’s – What To Expect In Your Session
Who can take private lessons? Anyone! Annette has taught all ages from 3 years to 85 years old. The beauty of a private session is the class is catered to your age, gender, limitations, and goals. It’s a co-creative experience and together we come up with the best treatment plan for you. Annette works with all levels 1-on-1, with couple’s,… Read more →
Pain – Friend or Foe?
We all hate pain, but what if we approached pain differently by considering it as an old and knowledgeable friend? Your body is your oldest companion, the one that knows you best and has been there through all the good times and the bad times. If we treat our old pal like a sacred temple that we grow up in,… Read more →
Reconnect With Your Partner
Overall happiness and wellbeing can be measured at a physical and mental level, but what about at a soul level? By soul level I am referring to the part of you that does not include physical, sexual, material, or intellectual aspects. This metaphysical part of your higher self lives in your energetic body. We exercise the physical body with activity and the mental… Read more →
Why Private Yoga Lessons are Better for Men
Finding the appropriate practice that is right for you is key in starting an injury-free yoga practice. One-to-one yoga lessons cater to the unique individual’s body type and provides a safe environment especially for the beginner male student. In yoga some postures are going to work for some students while other postures will not and a private setting addresses which practice… Read more →
Special Events Yoga
Consider a private group class for your next special event. Annette will compliment your special day with a relaxing yoga class catered to your friends or family’s needs and lead your group at your preferred venue creating a memorable yoga experience. Prices vary, for full details email annette@annettebailey.ca Read more →
Yoga through the seasons
When the seasons change so should your Yoga practice Summer In the summer we are generally more active and your yoga practice can counterpose strain on your body from cycling, running, and walking in flip flops. Take advantage of the heat by doing less postures with longer holding time. Seated wide angle or child pose can be held up to 5 minutes to encourage… Read more →