In any journalists non-existent career in blogging, there comes a time when personal interests can cloud an objective view.
Thus my Yoga Queen cherry was popped, having tought there, but never been a student.
This was a 'hatha' class, and the pace could not have been more different from my own vinyasa style ( a silly affection for ashtanga does shine through ). And this breakdown of the motions was welcomed by many beginners present and myself, it was a great opportunity to steal--i mean borrow--cues from another teacher.
Founded by fabulous Heather Elson who has been teaching in various capacities for more than sixteen years. Yoga Queen is the only community based yoga centre in Toronto!
Located in Parkdale, you will find intimacy--classes are small, the vibe is relaxed without slouching, playfulness and excellent teachers. As well as a variety of workshops--from a Yoga & Therapy group to Yoga For Smokers who Don't Want to Be, pilates, pre-natal yoga classes, vinyasa, hatha and restorative yoga.
What goes around comes around and these ethics are interwoven with the studios community pay--what--you can classes and karma classes, which are donation based with all proceeds going to charity.
What you won't find: showers or multiple studios.
The studio is one airy bright room with one washroom that opens into the studio. Probably not the greatest place to do a detoxifying flush.
There is no credit card machine. It is simple and more than enough.
My only qualm? The props are beginning to overfloweth, the decor in general should be made more functional and less random looking.
Rock it Yoga Queen!
EDIT: If you can make it to one of Heather's classes and are fortunate enough to have you sing while you are in shivasana, when you leave your body--make sure to come back!
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