Strong & Free Yoga

Hi, my name is Candace. If you’re new here, thanks for following. If we’ve been friends for some time, thanks for following. Thank you all for supporting me, supporting my business, and being a part of my world. I know, for many, the last few days have been a heightened extension of our shifting lives since March, as we process how the holiday season will look different this year. There has been a lot of emotion. This is ok. Feel it all. Talk it out. Lean into your supports.... For me coming to my mat to teach on Tuesday night was tough, yet was so necessary because it’s my go-to place for moving through emotion. There have been texts and phone calls, donating to folks in need, baking, coffee with my husband and reading with my kids. These are the things that help me move into a positive emotional space and they’re the things I really needed in the last few days. I hope you are able to find the things that work for you too. No call for action here. Just some general thoughts. Be kind. Find your virtual togetherness. Sending the greatest love and light to all.

I’m quite open about my difficult journey into motherhood and am grateful to be part of the supports being offered for people this holiday season through the Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Centre. To register for my virtual yoga classes being offered through the centre, please visit pilsc.org.

Here we are...taking it one day at a time. Coming to my mat for yoga has always been a great way to re-center for me. If you could use some yoga this holiday season or want to get a jump start on your self-care for the new year, or would even like to gift a pass to a friend, my December sale could be just what you’re looking for. Until the end of 2020, I have my 10-class passes on sale for $100. As a small business, your support is so appreciated. Getting the opportunity to ...teach every week is a gift that I am grateful for. I hope I can share that with you virtually, as we meet on our mats from the warmth of our homes. I currently offer 3 classes each week and plan to add one more in January. I’d love to meet you on your mat, where I lead classes that move beyond poses to include breathwork and mindful meditation. Flow & Restore class (8-9 p.m. MST Tuesdays) is wonderful for easing the mind and body out of the day and into the evening for sleep. We start with a mindful movement practise incorporating strength and balance, and finish with restorative postures as we ready the body to rest for the night. Slow Flow class (10-11 a.m. MST Saturdays) is a great way to start the weekend, focusing on slow movements that challenge balance and build strength throughout the body. Prenatal/Postnatal Yoga class (8-9 p.m. MST Thursdays) is ideal for mommas-to-be in their second and third trimester, as well as moms at any stage beyond six weeks postpartum. This class is also ideal for women as they move through the hormonal changes and transitions that come along with menopause, as well as women focusing on movement that is ideal for optimal pelvic floor health. A variety of price options are available: Drop-in class $14 5-class pass $55 December 10-class pass special $100 Message me with any questions and to buy your pass. I look forward to seeing you on the mat again. #yyc #yycnow #yycyoga #yycsmallbiz #yycsmallbusiness #yycflow #flowyoga #streamingyoga #yogafrommylivingroom #yogaathome #slowflowyoga #prenatalyoga #yycprenatalyoga #postnatalyoga #yycpostnatalyoga #prenatalfitness #prenatalhealth #postnatalfitness #postnatalhealth #onlineyoga #streamingyoga #functionalmovement #yycyogateacher #yycyogacommunity #yogateacher #yogacommunity #yoga #yogainalberta #yogaforpregnancy #yogaformoms

Happy Diwali! May you celebrate safely. Growing up, I was taught that we light the candles to guide the spirits. May the light triumph over dark. #diwali #festivaloflights

As restrictions are implemented on inperson fitness classes in our province, I welcome you to try streaming classes to continue to maintain and strengthen yourself both physically and mentally. To take an hour for this kind of self-care is even more important now than ever. I really enjoy teaching in a virtual space, and the opportunity it brings for us to come together in a non-traditional way. Flow & Restore class is wonderful for easing the mind and body out of the day an...d into the evening for sleep. We start with a mindful movement practise incorporating strength and balance, and finish with restorative postures as we ready the body to rest for the night. Slow Flow is a great way to start the weekend, focusing on slow movements that challenge balance and build strength throughout the body. Prenatal/Postnatal Yoga class is ideal for mommas-to-be in their second and third trimester, as well as moms at any stage beyond six weeks postpartum. This class is also ideal for women as they move through the hormonal changes and transitions that come along with menopause. A variety of price options are available: Drop-in class $14 5-class pass $55 10-class pass special $100 (this pricing is available until the end of December) Message me so we can meet on the mat again. #yyc #yycnow #yycyoga #yycsmallbiz #yycsmallbusiness #yycflow #flowyoga #streamingyoga #yogafrommylivingroom #yogaathome #slowflowyoga #prenatalyoga #yycprenatalyoga #postnatalyoga #yycpostnatalyoga #prenatalfitness #prenatalhealth #postnatalfitness #postnatalhealth #onlineyoga #streamingyoga #functionalmovement #yycyogateacher #yycyogacommunity #yogateacher #yogacommunity #yoga #yogainalberta #yogaforpregnancy #yogaformoms #yogaformenopause

I was planning to offer a December special on class passes, BUT since I’ve hit 700 followers, I’ve decided to start the sale now! From now until the end of December, class passes are 10 classes for $100. These passes can be used for the Flow & Restore, Slow Flow AND Prenatal/Postnatal Yoga classes, which all stream live! This is almost 1/2 the drop-in rate for the Prenatal/Postnatal classes. I’m so excited about this, as I know this makes yoga more accessible during the holid...ay season and into the new year when we may need a little more balance in our lives. The best part? You get to practise from the comfort of your own space and avoid going out in winter weather to get to yoga class. Flow & Restore class is wonderful for easing the mind and body out of the day and into the evening for sleep. We start with a mindful movement practise incorporating strength and balance, and finish with restorative postures as we ready the body to rest for the night. Slow Flow is a great way to start the weekend, focusing on slow movements that challenge balance and build strength throughout the body. Prenatal/Postnatal Yoga class is ideal for mommas-to-be in their second and third trimester, as well as moms at any stage beyond six weeks postpartum. This class is also ideal for women as they move through the hormonal changes and transitions that come along with menopause. Message me to buy your pass. I look forward to seeing you on the mat again. #yyc #yycnow #yycyoga #yycsmallbiz #yycsmallbusiness #yycflow #flowyoga #streamingyoga #yogafrommylivingroom #yogaathome #slowflowyoga #prenatalyoga #yycprenatalyoga #postnatalyoga #yycpostnatalyoga #prenatalfitness #prenatalhealth #postnatalfitness #postnatalhealth #onlineyoga #streamingyoga #functionalmovement #yycyogateacher #yycyogacommunity #yogateacher #yogacommunity #yoga #yogainalberta #canadianyoga #yogaforpregnancy #yogaformoms #yogaformenopause

The wheels are already turning for great things to come in December, including specials and workshops as we move toward the new year, as well as schedule changes starting in January. If there are any classes you’d like to see, please let me know! Until then, I’m teaching 3 streaming classes weekly as follows: Tuesdays, Flow and Restore Yoga, 8-9 p.m. MST Thursdays, Prenatal/Postnatal Yoga, 8-9 p.m. MST... Saturdays, Slow Flow Yoga, 8-9 p.m. MST I love getting to share yoga through this virtual space, right from the comfort and convenience of our homes, and I would love it if you would join me. If you’d like to practise with me, send a message and I’ll get you set up! If you have questions, don’t hesitate to ask. Until our paths cross again, I’m sending love, peace and light. #yyc #yycnow #yycyoga #yycsmallbiz #yycsmallbusiness #yycflow #flowyoga #streamingyoga #yogafrommylivingroom #yogaathome #slowflowyoga #prenatalyoga #yycprenatalyoga #postnatalyoga #yycpostnatalyoga #prenatalfitness #prentalhealth #postnatalfitness #postnatalhealth #onlineyoga #streamingyoga #functionalmovement #yycyogateacher #yycyogacommunity #yogateacher #yogacommunity #yoga #yogainalberta

This week marks Small Business Week. Like so many, I had to shift the way I work when the world was effected by a pandemic. There is a team effort here, with my filming set being prepared by both my husband and I most days, and a major group effort from him, the kids, and our pets to remain quiet and out of our living room while I live stream yoga classes. This is my business village, and when you chose to support my local, small business, you are also supporting our family. ...Thank you to my students, both old and new who choose to show up every week. I live stream 3 classes each week. Students can pay either drop-in pricing or buy a 5-class pass. If you enjoy coming to the mat as much as this pup does, message me to join a class. Schedule: Tuesdays Flow and Restore at 8-9 p.m. MST Thursdays Prenatal/Postnatal Yoga at 8-9 p.m. MST Saturdays Slow Flow at 10-11 a.m. MST Pricing: Flow and Restore & Slow Flow: $55/5 class pass; $14 drop-in Prenatal/Postnatal: $17 drop-in #smallbusinessweek #yyc #yycnow #yycyoga #yycsmallbiz #yycsmallbusiness #yycflow #flowyoga #streamingyoga #yogafrommylivingroom #yogaathome #slowflowyoga #prenatalyoga #yycprenatalyoga #postnatalyoga #yycpostnatalyoga #prenatalfitness #prentalhealth #postnatalfitness #postnatalhealth #onlineyoga #streamingyoga #functionalmovement #yycyogateacher #yycyogacommunity #yogateacher #yogacommunity #yoga

Do something different this weekend. Join me for Saturday morning yoga at 10 a.m. MST for a streaming Slow Flow Yoga class, ideal for all levels. Start the weekend with an hour of yoga from the warmth and comfort of home. $14 drop-in or you can purchase a 5-class pass for $55. Message me for your spot at least 24 hours before class starts! #yyc #yycnow #yycyoga #yycsmallbiz #yycsmallbusiness #yycflow #flowyoga #streamingyoga #yogafrommylivingroom #yogaathome #onlineyoga #streamingyoga #functionalmovement #yycyogateacher #yycyogacommunity #yogateacher #yogacommunity #yoga #slowflowyoga

BEE-Grateful...(see what I did there? I’ve been hanging out with a guy who tells dad jokes too much). I hope this weekend brings you to finding moments of gratitude. When I think of the last few days, weeks, and months I’m most grateful for the people who surround me and lift me up. My husband and I have become a stronger team. I still lean on amazing besties from childhood (@maryle22 & @mwag33) and early adulthood (@megzi_g). When my work changed for me years ago, I was giv...en the gift of meeting amazing yoga teachers in teacher training who have remained in my life (@saravillamilmovement @mamamym @yoginatalie @kristendorland_yoga_pilates) AND my amazing coworkers and students at @hihf_yyc and @thenestokotoks and now through my Strong and Free Yoga live streaming classes. I have been given the gift of so many mom friends who live through this parenthood experience with me. Thank you to all of you who have taken the time to check-in and be present in my life! So even though I haven’t been able to see most of you for a long time, I am thinking of you all. I hope this weekend brings everyone joy, happiness, love and gratitude. Happy Thanksgiving.

Join me on Saturday for an hour of yoga rooted in gratitude as the perfect start to Thanksgiving weekend. I will teach an hourlong class streaming at 10 a.m. $14 drop in or you can purchase a 5 class pass for $55. Message me for your spot! #thanksgivingyoga #gratitude #thanksgiving #yyc #yycnow #yycyoga #yycsmallbiz #yycsmallbusiness #yycflow #flowyoga #streamingyoga #yogafrommylivingroom #yogaathome #prenatalyoga #yycprenatalyoga #postnatalyoga #yycpostnatalyoga #prenatalfitness #prentalhealth #postnatalfitness #postnatalhealth #onlineyoga #functionalmovement #yycyogateacher #yycyogacommunity #yogateacher #yogacommunity #yoga

Good morning! Here’s the rainbow we spotted in #yyc this morning.