Connect to body, mind and soul through yoga and meditation in the artful surroundings of MOCA Toronto.
MOCA is excited to present a wellness series with classes that strengthen the well-being of our community and provide a space to explore different modes of mindfulness. From relaxing to invigorating, we invite you to beat the winter blues with artful experiences at the museum.
On select Tuesdays and Thursdays, sign up for classes led by local yoga, meditation, Pilates practitioners. Classes take place outside regular museum hours for a tranquil experience. Please plan to set time aside before the class if you would like to explore the museum.
Please bring your own athletic gear, yoga mat and towel. Snacks and refreshments may be provided depending on the class.
MOCA is a charitable organization that relies on the support of our visitors, members and community. Classes are “pay-what-you-want” at $5, $10 and $15. Those who give $15 will receive a MOCA tote bag of Well Winter goodies.
On Thursdays, House of Anansi Press will be open late and their bookstore will be 20% off for all Well Winter attendees!
Reserve your spot. Space is limited!
Class Descriptions
All Levels Yoga by Ground
Come enjoy a yoga class with Regan Harney, one of Ground’s yoga teachers. Regan uses yoga as a tool to explore the depths of one’s body and mind. Her classes focus on creativity, spontaneity, and stability, using breath linked to movement to explore both grounding and personal growth through her sequencing. This is an all levels yoga class and everyone is welcomed to join. A bit about Ground ~ Ground focuses on the various meanings of the name itself, and they impact mind, body, earth and craft. They offer classes, events, and workshops around the city, to connect you with like-minded individuals, and yourself.
Get Released by MISFITSTUDIO
The movement: An hour to tune in and wind down. We warm things up with a little work, so you’re open for flowing, active stretching and self-massage. Move in ways that reconnect you back to yourself.
Where you’ll feel it most: Full-body.
Intensity: Relaxing.
Yoga Essentials by Mosaic Yoga
Join us for a well-rounded yoga class that provides balanced flexibility and strength work. This class will provide insight into the fundamentals of alignment and core yogic principles. Poses will be linked together in appropriate sequences that help deepen effect. Breathwork and meditative elements will be woven through each class. Suitable for all levels.
Grounded Flow (Pilates + Yoga) by Jessica Smith
Awaken your lower body. Tap into the inherent strength of your legs. Mobilize your hips. Feel the fire that comes with flow then chill. right. out.
Well Winter Partners
The Raw Chemist Juice Bar
The Goods
Greenhouse Juice Co.
Flow Alkaline Spring Water
Vams Culture
Aesop
Past Classes
Tuesday, Feb. 26, 7:30am
Ground: Regan Harney
All Levels Yoga
Thursday, Feb. 28, 6pm
MISFITSTUDIO: Amber Joliat
Get Released
Tuesday, Mar. 5, 7:30am
Mosaic Yoga: Morgan Cowie
Yoga Essentials
Thursday, Mar. 7, 6pm
Jessica Smith
Grounded Flow (Pilates + Yoga)
Tuesday, Mar. 12, 7:30am – CANCELLED
MISFITSTUDIO: Amber Joliat
Get Released
Thursday, Mar. 14, 6pm
Mosaic Yoga: Samantha McGrenaghan
Yoga Essentials
Tuesday, Mar. 19, 7:30am
Ground: Regan Harney
All Levels Yoga
Thursday, Mar. 21, 6pm
MISFITSTUDIO: Amber Joliat
Get Released
Tuesday, Mar. 26, 7:30am
Mosaic Yoga: Charlotte Davies
Yoga Essentials
Thursday, Mar. 28, 6pm
MISFITSTUDIO: Amber Joliat
Get Released
