Programs

Swami Vishnudevananda’s mission was to spread peace around the world.  We strive to keep this mission alive year after year. We believe that with the support from all of you, we will be able to not only continue with this mission but to expand even further, in order to share our loving hearts and warm […]

Escapades du samedi Une merveilleuse occasion de s’éloigner de la vie trépidante de la ville et de faire une pause du travail. Détendez-vous et rechargez-vous dans un magnifique environnement naturel grâce à des cours de yoga, des méditations de groupe et des chants de mantras. Savourez des repas délicieux et nutritifs et détoxifiez-vous dans notre […]

Free Online Open House for Teachers' Training Course Saturday, January 27, 2024 Join us for a free introduction to the Sivananda TTC. This event will answer your questions about this wonderful experience. Schedule of the free event: 2-3.30 pm Information session 4-5.30 pm Sivananda asana class TO REGISTER AND RECEIVE A ZOOM LINK: Send us an email […]

Learn how to teach a complete yoga class for those who can not access the mat. Practicing in a chair offers students with limited mobility the opportunity to experience the benefits of Yoga. This program will offer you the tools to help students build strength, awareness and confidence and to increase their mental and physical […]

Enjoy a relaxing yoga holiday and a unique experience in nature during the beautiful summer season. Take a deep breath and gain new strength and inspiration in the healing Laurentian Mountains in the beautiful natural ashram setting through a holistic practice of postures (asanas), breathing (pranayama), relaxation (savasana), group meditations (satsangs), nutritious vegetarian meals, stimulating […]

Repeating mantras (sacred sounds) and singing kirtans (devotional chants) can have a profound healing effect on both body and mind. Chanting generates a powerful transformative energy capable of uplifting negative emotions, opening the heart, and reconnecting us with our divine nature. Join us for this special retreat, featuring meditation sessions, yoga classes, and interactive workshops, […]

Repeating mantras (sacred sounds) and singing kirtans (devotional chants) can have a profound healing effect on both body and mind. Chanting generates a powerful transformative energy capable of uplifting negative emotions, opening the heart, and reconnecting us with our divine nature. Join us for this special retreat, featuring meditation sessions, yoga classes, and interactive workshops, […]

Experience Ayurveda with Dr. Sonal Bhatt. Join us for an immersive journey into the ancient holistic science of Ayurveda, guided by authentic Ayurvedic doctor Dr. Sonal Bhatt. Discover how to care for your body and mind through this time-tested system of wellness that has been practiced in India for over 5,000 years. Ayurveda, meaning “the […]

Discover the transformative power of Reflexo-Nidra Massage, a unique practice developed by Pierre Montpetit that combines pain-free acupressure on reflexology points with targeted massage of the head, hands, and feet. This innovative approach blends the therapeutic benefits of reflexology with the profound relaxation of Yoga-Nidra, or yogic sleep, to create an unparalleled experience of inner […]

This Thanksgiving, step away from the noise and give yourself the gift of presence, peace, and gratitude. Join us for a rejuvenating retreat where yoga, meditation, pranayama, inspiring lectures, mindful hiking, and delicious food come together to nourish the body, calm the mind, and open the heart. Move with mindful yoga Breathe deeply through pranayama Reconnect […]

Asanas or yoga postures can bring countless benefits to the body and mind. They don’t only stretch the muscles and reduce stress levels, but also improve bodily functions, energize the body and mind and increase physical and mental strength. Join this unique retreat and deepen your yoga practice thanks to special yoga classes with specific […]

Asanas or yoga postures can bring countless benefits to the body and mind. They don’t only stretch the muscles and reduce stress levels, but also improve bodily functions, energize the body and mind and increase physical and mental strength. Join this unique retreat and deepen your yoga practice thanks to special yoga classes with specific […]

There is a quiet beauty that unfolds with time. Like the changing seasons, we are meant to grow, transform, let go, and bloom again. Each experience shapes our wisdom. Each breath reminds us that life is a precious gift. In a world that often celebrates youth, this retreat invites you to celebrate something even more […]

This program teaches how to make hatha yoga accessible for people needing a more gentle approach, modifications, or adaptations, due to health issues, aging, injuries, or other physical or mental limitations. You will learn how to adapt asanas and asana choices to offer the same benefits in a way that can be tailored to individuals, […]

There is a quiet beauty that unfolds with time. Like the changing seasons, we are meant to grow, transform, let go, and bloom again. Each experience shapes our wisdom. Each breath reminds us that life is a precious gift. In a world that often celebrates youth, this retreat invites you to celebrate something even more […]

Embark on a transformative journey with our Meditation retreat . In the nature of the Laurentians in a sanctuary of peace and serenity immerse yourself in tranquility as you explore mindfulness practices, guided meditations and yoga classes. Disconnect from the noise of daily life and reconnect with your inner self amidst peaceful surroundings. Our experienced […]

Find your inner light during this elevating family retreat: Halloween lanterns carving workshop, evening silent walk in the forest followed by a glorious bonfire meditation with music and story-telling for the whole family (weather permitting). Daily two yoga classes for adults and one for kids 7 to 11 years old at 4pm, 2 group meditations, […]

Come participate in this unique retreat and enjoy the combined benefits of an integral yoga practice (yoga classes, group meditation, conferences, vegetarian meals and meditative walks) as well as daily osteopathic treatments adapted to the practice of Yoga. You will benefit from osteopathic care spread over 5 hours, three days of consecutive 90-minute treatments, in […]

Prana is the vital force within all living beings. Controlling this powerful energy through the practice of Pranayama will energize the body and soothe, calm and elevate the mind. Would you like to learn more about these important yogic concepts and better understand the theory behind the breathing exercises in our yoga classes? Join us […]

Prana is the vital force within all living beings. Controlling this powerful energy through the practice of Pranayama will energize the body and soothe, calm and elevate the mind. Would you like to learn more about these important yogic concepts and better understand the theory behind the breathing exercises in our yoga classes? Join us […]

Diwali (also called Deepavali, "row of lights") celebrates the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. Lakshmi and prosperity — Diwali is strongly associated with Goddess Lakshmi, the deity of wealth and prosperity. Return to inner light — beyond the mythology, the festival carries a spiritual theme of dispelling inner darkness (ignorance) with […]

The Sanskrit language is considered to be one of the most ancient and sacred languages of the world. It opens the door to the yogic scriptures and to the subtle world of spirituality. Sanskrit is an eternal, vibrant ancient language and learning it is a fulfilling experience that adds richness and authenticity to a yogic […]

Get a new start for your life. Through cleansing your body with kitchari (the Ayurvedic superfood) and yoga asana classes (postures and breathing techniques), cleansing your mind with mantra chanting and control over your senses and clearing your consciousness through meditation and philosophy lectures, the path is established for a powerful new start in your […]

On November 9, we commemorate the day in 1993 when Swami Vishnudevananda entered Mahasamadhi. In the Yogic tradition, Mahasamadhi refers to the final and highest state of samadhi, when a great saint or sage consciously leaves the physical body. Join us in this sacred celebration with puja, prayer, and satsang, as we come together to […]

During this retreat, we will learn the concepts of prana (vital energy), pranayama (control of the life force) and asanas (postures) to better understand the philosophical and energetic principles underlying the yoga practice. Developing this understanding will eventually lead you to a more satisfying and profound experience in your practice of yoga and meditation. Topics […]

Embark on a transformative journey with our Meditation and Silent Retreat. In the middle of the majestic winter nature of the Laurentians in a sanctuary of peace and serenity immerse yourself in tranquility as you explore mindfulness practices, guided meditations and yoga classes. Disconnect from the noise of daily life and reconnect with your inner […]

Embark on a transformative journey with our Meditation and Silent Retreat. In the middle of the majestic winter nature of the Laurentians in a sanctuary of peace and serenity immerse yourself in tranquility as you explore mindfulness practices, guided meditations and yoga classes. Disconnect from the noise of daily life and reconnect with your inner […]

This interactive retreat offers participants a chance to experience the harmony of Ashram life while exploring specialized yogic practices designed to help better understand and manage anxiety and emotional distress. Each day will include dedicated asana and pranayama (yogic breathing) sessions focused on supporting emotional regulation and inner calm. Going beyond the physical aspects of […]

This interactive retreat offers participants a chance to experience the harmony of Ashram life while exploring specialized yogic practices designed to help better understand and manage anxiety and emotional distress. Each day will include dedicated asana and pranayama (yogic breathing) sessions focused on supporting emotional regulation and inner calm. Going beyond the physical aspects of […]

Thai Yoga Massage is a unique healing therapy with Indian origins in Ayurvedic medicine and Yoga. It combines yoga postures and stretching with various massage techniques, working along energy lines and pressure points. Together these actions result in a comprehensive treatment that relieves muscular tension, improves circulation, boosts the immune system and balances the body […]

Body-focused tools Asana as a diagnostic and corrective tool — practical sessions on how postures address specific issues (back pain, posture, joint mobility, energy levels) rather than just a general flow class. Breath as medicine — pranayama techniques specifically framed by function: energizing, calming breath so students leave with a "toolkit" they can apply situationally. […]

Body-focused tools Asana as a diagnostic and corrective tool — practical sessions on how postures address specific issues (back pain, posture, joint mobility, energy levels) rather than just a general flow class. Breath as medicine — pranayama techniques specifically framed by function: energizing, calming breath so students leave with a “toolkit” they can apply situationally. […]

Would you like to establish a practice at home but don’t know where and how to find time to start? Would you like to develop a better discipline and build a stronger and more regular practice? Establishing a home practice is not as challenging as you may think. During this retreat, we will guide you […]

Would you like to establish a practice at home but don’t know where and how to find time to start? Would you like to develop a better discipline and build a stronger and more regular practice? Establishing a home practice is not as challenging as you may think. During this retreat, we will guide you […]

This week of asana practice focuses on specific asanas and asana sequences within the Sivananda practice to help the physical body become stronger and regain flexibility. Each day will have a specific focus for the asanas to help the body become more attuned and supple. It is said muscle length & strength go hand-in-hand, so […]

This weekend of asana practice focuses on specific asanas and asana sequences within the Sivananda practice to help the physical body become stronger and regain flexibility. We will offer a specific focus for the asanas to help the body become more attuned and supple. It is said muscle length & strength go hand-in-hand, so as […]

The Magic of Christmas Holidays at the Ashram are joyful and inspiring. Join us for an uplifting program featuring Christmas carols, a theater play, bonfires, skiing, outdoor activities, and much more! Surrounded by the peaceful beauty of the Laurentian Mountains, immerse into a nourishing retreat designed to warm your heart, uplift your spirit, and bring […]

New Year's Sadhana The best way to welcome the New Year is through yoga and meditation practice. This New Year’s retreat will help you build a strong foundation for making positive changes and embarking on a path of self-transformation. Learn practical tools to cultivate inner peace and deepen your awareness of both body and spirit.  […]

Join us for a week of fun for the whole family, featuring adult and kids' yoga classes, games, arts and crafts, and outdoor activities.  The entire family will have opportunities to enjoy canoeing, bicycling, and outings in the beautiful Laurentians. A dedicated team of ashram staff will run daily children’s yoga classes, provide snacks, and […]