Events and Workshops

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๐ŸŒŸ Poetry Night

Next: June 11 ๐ŸŒŸ
Hosted by Ohana Health & Wellness Centre

Weโ€™re gathering for an evening where creativity takes the mic and community fills the room. This is a nonโ€‘competitive poetry slamโ€”no judges, no pressure, just pure expression and good energy.

๐ŸŽค Share a poem
๐ŸŽถ Sing or rap
๐ŸŒฌ๏ธ Whisper something soft
โœจ Or simply come to soak it all in

Everyone is welcome, whether youโ€™re performing or cheering from the cozy corners.

๐Ÿ“… June 11th, 2026
โฐ 7โ€“9pm
๐Ÿ“ 1436 Main St N., Callander (kitchen/lounge area)
๐Ÿ’› $10 or payโ€‘whatโ€‘youโ€‘can โ€” all proceeds support Ohana to continue offering events

Letโ€™s fill the space with words, courage, and community.
Canโ€™t wait to see you there.
Kelly

Contact kgillard489@gmail.com for details or questions

Ecstatic Danceย 

Tuesday July 7thย  Dance 7 – 8:30 PM

Come join us to dance and/or to eat! Ecstatic Dance is a “letting go” form of dance which is done substances free, generally without talking, and listening to a variety of music. Any engagement including sitting, lying down, or any form of dance is allowed, with the caveat that there is always respect other peoples expression and space. Kids welcome!

No Prior Experience required! We will start with a brief explanation about Ecstatic Dance and its role in self expression and somatic processing.

Costs: Donation for the Studio Welcome $ or e-transfer community@ohanawellness.ca – suggested $10

Questions: Contact Aaron at aaron@ohanawellness.ca

Location: Ohana Yoga & Wellness Centre
1436 Main St. N. Callander ON P0H 1H0

An Evening of Kirtan with Shell & Anton

Date: Thursday, July 30, 2026
Time: 7:00 โ€“ 9:00 PM – Music in the Studio / 9:00-10:00 PM Optional mingle tea/refreshmentย 
Cost: $40 advance / $50 day of [eTransfer community@ohanawellness.ca writing “Shell+Anton”]


Event Description

Step into a warm, welcoming space and experience the heart-opening practice of Kirtan with Shell & Anton, visiting as part of their Canadian Kirtan Tour.

Kirtan is a simple and joyful form of group meditation that blends live music with call-and-response mantra chanting. No singing experience is neededโ€”just a willingness to listen, repeat, and be part of the shared sound. There is no pressure to perform; we chant to express, not to impress.

Guided by harmonium and percussion, Shell & Anton will lead each mantra at a relaxed, accessible pace. Along the way, theyโ€™ll share short stories and clear explanations so you can connect with the meaning and intention behind the chants.

You are welcome to participate in whatever way feels naturalโ€”singing, listening, moving, or simply soaking in the atmosphere.

Whether you are new to Kirtan or returning to a beloved practice, this evening offers a space to unwind, connect, and experience the calming and uplifting power of chanting together.

Come as you areโ€”your voice and your presence are enough.


About Shell & Anton

Shell & Anton are Yoga Educators and international touring Kirtan artists devoted to the path of Bhakti Yoga. With over 35 years of combined practice, they have found deep inspiration in the transformative power of mantra and music.

Their offerings blend tradition, heartfelt devotion, and accessible guidanceโ€”creating an inclusive space where all feel welcome to sing, connect, and open their hearts. Their journey has been enriched through spiritual study in India under the guidance of their teacher, Sri Prasad Rangnekar of Mumbai.


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Breathe w Me

A Journey Within โ€“ Group Conscious Connected Breathwork Session with Tanya De

Next Session: TBD

Contact me to register: breathewithmetanyade@gmail.com or 705 845 1549

No experience necessary.

Sliding scale payment option: pay what you can

Payment suggestion: $40โ€“80

Group size: 10โ€“12 people

Have you ever noticed the more you try to FORCE outcomes, relationships, feelings, energy, healing, etc. โ€” the farther away you seem to be from the โ€œdesiredโ€ outcome?

In my life, I notice that when I am forcing things and holding tight, it is coming from a deep-seated place of anxiety and fear. Not only does the journey of this feel clunky, angsty, and rigid โ€” the outcome never satisfies either.

However, when I lean into my breathwork practice and other supportive practices that connect me home to my inner peace, inner trust, and inner balance, my fear and my need to control subside. Subsequently, my ability to flow and trust brims with energy; my existence into the flow becomes alive and begins to move with grace into abundance.

Looking forward to breathing with YOU!

Hot Stone Restorative Yoga

Where doing nothing is the point.

with Linda Schnabel & Melanie Gainforth

Time:ย 10:00am to 11:30am
Dates:ย  TBA

Sink into deep rest with this slow, meditative practice designed to calm the nervous system, release tension, and gently restore balance. Fully supported restorative poses are paired with the comforting warmth of smooth, heated stones placed on the body, allowing muscles to soften, stress to melt away, and the mind to settle into stillness. With minimal movement, intentional breath, and long-held poses supported by bolsters and blankets, this class offers a rare opportunity for true, uninterrupted rest.

This nurturing experience can help reduce stress, ease chronic tension and everyday aches, improve circulation, and support better sleep while encouraging emotional grounding and a deep sense of calm and safety. Ideal for anyone feeling overwhelmed, fatigued, or in need of gentle care, Hot Stone Restorative Yoga requires no prior yoga experienceโ€”only a willingness to slow down and receive.

Space is limited to 10 participants so we can give each person lots of attention.

Come as you are. Leave restored.

Dress in comfortable layered clothing, bring your yoga mat and water bottle.

Cost: $50 includes HST for 90 minutes

To learn more, text Linda at 905-523-4281.

For payment, e-transfer:
linda@careerworks.biz
Please mention Hot Rock Event.

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Next Sessions: TBA
12:30-4PM
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About Dharma Breath:
Stress and tension often cause us to hold our breath and repress our feelings. Over time, these accumulated feelings demand increasing amounts of energy to suppress, creating a debt in the vitality we bring to our lives.
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Dharma Breathยฎ accesses vast amounts of energy that can be transformed into your desires. Tom Lodge explains, โ€œFocusing on the trauma gives it energy. Understanding the event is not necessary to eliminate its effect.โ€ He references R.D. Laing, who said, โ€œObsession with past events is like a person in a dungeon. The door is open for them to walk out, yet they choose to stay until they can figure out how they got there.โ€
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Dharma Breathยฎ provides a practical technique that you can use at home to relieve and manage stress. It encourages you to embrace the present moment and live life to the fullest, as we all deserve.
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Feedback from those who have participated in Ayahuasca (Iowaska) ceremonies reveals that Dharma Breathยฎ achieved even more for them personally in terms of expanding their consciousnessโ€”without any side effects. Conscious breathing connects us to our spirit, fostering clarity and peace.
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Jacqui Tracy, a Registered Master of Dharma Breathยฎ, brings over three decades of experience to this transformative practice. She is dedicated to sharing her wisdom and insights, nurturing growth in students of all ages.
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To register, please email:
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Join us and let Dharma Breathยฎ guide you toward a deeper connection with yourself and the present moment!

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