PranaShanti Yoga Centre

PranaShanti Yoga Centre Finding YOUR centre on the mat & online! 75+ Hybrid Classes/Week | Workshops | RMT & Wellness | Shop We offer 65+ yoga classes a week both online and in-person.

At PranaShanti Yoga Centre we provide a soothing space where you can explore many approaches to the same outcome: creating ease in your life. Our teachers bring a wealth of experience and knowledge and embody PranaShanti’s own spirit of continuous education. We offer a variety of class packages and membership options to help you get started at PranaShanti. Achieving optimum wellness is as importan

t to your daily routine as your practice of yoga. Which is why at PranaShanti we are proud to offer a suite of wellness services to you maintain your health and wellbeing including registered massage therapy, naturopathic medicine, and various therapeutic treatments. Our new PranaShanti Yoga Centre is a world-class facility with two yoga/meditation rooms, one hot yoga studio, private appointment rooms, changing rooms, shower facilities, and our boutique. Join us and feel the PranaShanti difference! Learn more: https://www.pranashanti.com/

🎉 Friday Fun Fact🧠 Did you know your balance changes every single day?If Tree Pose feels effortless one day and wobbly t...
08/07/2026

🎉 Friday Fun Fact

🧠 Did you know your balance changes every single day?

If Tree Pose feels effortless one day and wobbly the next, you're not doing anything wrong.

Your balance is influenced by many factors, including:
🌙 Sleep quality
💧 Hydration
😌 Stress levels
👀 Where you focus your gaze
👣 Foot strength
🧠 Even your nervous system's state

That's why yoga isn't about "perfecting" a pose—it's about paying attention to what your body is communicating today.

Some days you'll feel rooted like an old-growth tree.
Other days you'll sway in the wind.

Both are part of the practice.

✨ The goal isn't to stop wobbling.
The goal is to learn how to return to your centre.

Next time you lose your balance, smile. Your nervous system is learning, adapting, and becoming more resilient with every attempt.

Happy Friday—and keep practicing. 🌿

🎶 Experience Sound Baths at PranaShanti! 🎶Take a pause, reset your nervous system, and immerse yourself in the healing p...
08/06/2026

🎶 Experience Sound Baths at PranaShanti! 🎶

Take a pause, reset your nervous system, and immerse yourself in the healing power of sound.

Join us for weekly Sound Baths on Saturdays from 3:00–4:00 PM in the Body Room at PranaShanti Yoga Centre, led by Devinder (Breathwork Sound Immersion), Stephane (Yin + Gong), Venus (Yoga + Harmonic Sound Relaxation) and Doug ( Sankalpa: A Sound Meditation & Intention Setting Experience ).

✨ NEW! You can now also join us most Wednesday evenings from 7:00–8:00 PM in the PranaShanti Education Centre (2nd Floor) for an additional opportunity to relax, restore, and reconnect.

✨ Why a Sound Bath?
The soothing vibrations of crystal singing bowls, gongs, and other therapeutic instruments can help:

🌿 Reduce stress and anxiety
🌿 Calm and regulate the nervous system
🌿 Improve mental clarity and emotional balance
🌿 Deepen mindfulness and relaxation
🌿 Leave you feeling grounded, refreshed, and renewed

💫 Who is it for?
Everyone. Whether you're new to sound healing or it's already part of your wellness routine, these sessions offer a welcoming space to rest deeply and reconnect with yourself.

No experience is needed—simply come as you are.

📍 PranaShanti Yoga Centre
950 Gladstone Avenue, Ottawa

🗓 Saturdays | 3:00–4:00 PM | Body Room
🗓 Most Wednesdays | 7:00–8:00 PM | Education Centre (2nd Floor)

🅿️ Free parking available

Come experience the power of sound and discover why so many people are making this practice part of their weekly wellness routine.

🌿 Wednesday Wellness: Keeping Your Energy Clear ✨Your energy is one of your most valuable resources.In yoga, we call it ...
08/05/2026

🌿 Wednesday Wellness: Keeping Your Energy Clear ✨

Your energy is one of your most valuable resources.

In yoga, we call it prana—the vital life force that flows through every breath, movement, and moment. When prana flows freely, we feel more grounded, focused, and resilient. When it's depleted or scattered, we often experience stress, fatigue, or mental fog.

The good news? Small, intentional practices can make a big difference.

🌬️ 1. Breathe with Intention
Take just 3–5 minutes each day to breathe slowly. Inhale for a count of 4 and exhale for a count of 6. A longer exhale helps calm the nervous system, allowing your body and mind to settle.

🚶 2. Move Stagnant Energy
After a busy day or a difficult conversation, move your body. Try a few rounds of Cat–Cow, Sun Salutations, a mindful walk, or simply shake out your arms and legs. Gentle movement helps release tension and encourages the natural flow of prana.

💜 3. Protect Your Energy
Pay attention to what you consume—not just food, but conversations, social media, news, and environments. Ask yourself:

Does this leave me feeling nourished or depleted?

Choose what supports your well-being and aligns with the life you want to create.

When you care for your breath, body, and boundaries, you create the conditions for greater clarity, resilience, and inner peace.

✨ This Wednesday, take a moment to pause, breathe, and choose what nourishes your energy. Your well-being is worth it.

Which of these practices helps you feel most grounded? Share in the comments below. 👇

✨ Breathe. Move. Connect. ✨Experience yoga in one of Ottawa's most iconic outdoor spaces.Join the PranaShanti teachers a...
08/04/2026

✨ Breathe. Move. Connect. ✨

Experience yoga in one of Ottawa's most iconic outdoor spaces.

Join the PranaShanti teachers and community for FREE Yoga on Parliament Hill and enjoy an hour of movement, fresh air, and connection with the stunning Peace Tower as your backdrop.

🧘 Wednesday, August 5 with Valentina
🧘 Wednesday, August 12 with Saman

🗓 12:00–1:00 PM
📍 Front Lawn, Parliament Hill
💚 FREE Community Event

Whether you're new to yoga or have been practicing for years, everyone is welcome. Simply bring your yoga mat (or towel), a water bottle, and a friend.

Let's make the most of summer together—moving, breathing, and building community in the heart of our city.

☀️ Meet us at noon. We can't wait to practice with you!

📲 Weekly weather updates are posted in the Yoga on Parliament Facebook group.

✨ Monday Mantra ✨"Every little thing is gonna be alright."— Bob MarleySome songs become more than music. They become a r...
08/03/2026

✨ Monday Mantra ✨

"Every little thing is gonna be alright."
— Bob Marley

Some songs become more than music. They become a reminder of how we want to live.

This mantra brings to mind a beloved member of our PranaShanti community whose quiet strength, kindness, and optimism touched so many lives. Even during life's challenges, they had a way of reminding those around them to breathe deeply, smile often, and trust that brighter days would come.

As we begin a new week, may these simple words invite you to soften your shoulders, steady your breath, and let go of what you cannot control.

✨ One breath at a time.
✨ One moment at a time.
✨ Every little thing is gonna be alright.

Wishing our entire PranaShanti community a week filled with peace, resilience, and hope. ❤️

🌿 Why Our Community at PranaShanti Yoga Matters 🌿Being part of isn’t just about the poses — it’s about belonging, growt...
08/02/2026

🌿 Why Our Community at PranaShanti Yoga Matters 🌿

Being part of isn’t just about the poses — it’s about belonging, growth, and transformation.

✨ Connect with like-minded practitioners and find your yoga family
🧘 Explore 70+ weekly classes in-person & online — Power, Flow, Hatha, Kundalini, Yin, Restorative, Meditation, Sound Healing & more
🎓 Learn & grow with workshops, trainings, and CEUs from expert teachers
🌱 Nourish your mind, body, and spirit with retreats, yoga challenges, and wellness appointments
💖 Live yoga off the mat — mindfulness, self-care, and conscious living made simple

Here, yoga becomes more than a practice — it becomes a way of living, thriving, and belonging. And above all, we’re grateful to serve this amazing community, supporting each other on the journey of well-being and growth. 🌟

💫 Join the movement. Join the community.

🌞🔥 OUR BIGGEST SUMMER YOGA BONUS IS BACK! 🔥🌞Don't let summer be the season you fall out of your wellness routine.The str...
08/01/2026

🌞🔥 OUR BIGGEST SUMMER YOGA BONUS IS BACK! 🔥🌞

Don't let summer be the season you fall out of your wellness routine.

The strongest, healthiest, and happiest people know the secret: consistency matters. A regular yoga practice helps you move better, sleep better, manage stress, recover faster, and enjoy everything summer has to offer.

That's why our annual Summertime Fun Savings is back!

🌻 Purchase a 10-Class Package → Receive 5 FREE Yoga Classes in August

🌻 Purchase a 20-Class Package → Receive 10 FREE Yoga Classes in August

✨ Class packages never expire
✨ Bonus classes valid August 1–31, 2026
✨ Available online and in-studio
✨ Classes added instantly to your account

Whether you're paddle boarding, hiking, cycling, traveling, gardening, or simply soaking up the sunshine, yoga helps keep your body strong, your mind clear, and your energy high.

At PranaShanti, we've helped thousands of students build sustainable wellness practices that support them through every season of life. That's one of the reasons we've been voted Ottawa's Top Choice Yoga Studio for 10 consecutive years.

💛 Invest in your health now and enjoy FREE yoga all August long.

🎟️ Offer ends August 31, 2026.

🔗 Purchase online or visit us in-studio: http://ow.ly/CYlH50JATsy

👇 Tell us in the comments:
What's your favourite summer activity, and how does yoga help you enjoy it even more?

Holiday Weekend Hours 🧘‍♀️Whether you're staying in town or enjoying a long weekend getaway, we'd love to see you on you...
08/01/2026

Holiday Weekend Hours 🧘‍♀️

Whether you're staying in town or enjoying a long weekend getaway, we'd love to see you on your mat!

✨ Saturday: Open with our regular schedule
✨ Sunday: Classes run as scheduled, with our last class beginning at 12:30 PM
✨ Monday: Closed for the holiday
✨ Tuesday: Back to our regular class schedule

A long weekend is the perfect opportunity to slow down, move your body, take a deep breath, and reconnect with yourself.

Reserve your spot in class and make yoga part of your holiday weekend. We can't wait to practice with you!

Wishing everyone a safe, relaxing, and joyful long weekend! 💜

✨ Friday Fun Fact: Why is 108 so sacred in yoga? 📿Have you ever wondered why a traditional mala has 108 beads?The number...
07/31/2026

✨ Friday Fun Fact: Why is 108 so sacred in yoga? 📿

Have you ever wondered why a traditional mala has 108 beads?

The number 108 has been revered for thousands of years across yoga, Ayurveda, Hinduism, Buddhism, and other ancient traditions. While no single explanation exists, here are 6 fascinating reasons why this number is considered sacred:

🕉️ 1. 108 Nadis
Yogic philosophy teaches that 108 energy channels (nadis) converge at the Anahata (Heart Chakra), making the heart the meeting place of body, mind, and spirit.

☀️ 2. The Sun & Earth
Ancient astronomers observed that the distance from the Earth to the Sun is approximately 108 times the Sun's diameter. This remarkable relationship helped establish 108 as a symbol of cosmic harmony.

🌙 3. The Moon & Earth
Similarly, the distance from the Earth to the Moon is approximately 108 times the Moon's diameter, creating another extraordinary celestial connection.

📖 4. 108 Upanishads
There are traditionally 108 Upanishads—the ancient philosophical texts that explore meditation, consciousness, and the nature of the Self. These teachings form the spiritual foundation of yoga.

🙏 5. 108 Repetitions
Many yogis chant a mantra 108 times or complete 108 Sun Salutations during seasonal transitions or special occasions, representing dedication, purification, and transformation.

📿 6. The Mala
A traditional meditation mala contains 108 beads, allowing practitioners to count each mantra or breath while cultivating mindfulness and staying fully present.

Whether you're holding a mala, chanting a mantra, or stepping onto your mat, the number 108 is a beautiful reminder of the connection between the individual, the universe, and the timeless wisdom of yoga.

✨ Every bead. Every breath. Every practice. A journey inward.

#108

🌿 Since 2008, we’ve guided over 50 training cohorts on their yoga teacher journey. Are you next? 🌿Whether you’re called ...
07/30/2026

🌿 Since 2008, we’ve guided over 50 training cohorts on their yoga teacher journey. Are you next? 🌿

Whether you’re called to teach or want to deepen your practice, our 200-Hour Hatha Yoga Teacher Training Fall Program offers a truly transformational experience — in a flexible hybrid format (online + in-person)!

💸 EARLY BIRD PRICING ENDS AUGUST 15!
Secure your spot with a $500 + HST deposit before the deadline. Pay in full to SAVE!

📅 Training begins September 18, 2026.

🕊️ Join a welcoming community that honours depth, tradition, inclusivity, and modern-day application. Yoga Alliance Approved.

Ready to take the next step?
👉 Learn more and register here: https://ow.ly/cu1Z50WoT2E

Address

950 Gladstone Avenue
Ottawa, ON
K1Y3E6

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 9pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 9pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 9pm
Thursday 7:30am - 9pm
Friday 9am - 7pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm
Sunday 9am - 7pm

Telephone

+16137619642

Website

, ,

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when PranaShanti Yoga Centre posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Share

Category