Yoga for Real Life with Julie
Less striving. More listening.
Yoga doesn't have to be a workout.
It doesn't have to be acrobatics, either.
There is another way to practice.
My live Zoom classes offer a welcoming space to explore gentle yoga, somatic movement, breath and meditation, with an emphasis on awareness rather than performance.
And they're about more than movement.
They're about learning to listen to your body, discovering ways to care for yourself and connecting with others in a supportive, welcoming community.
Because sometimes getting to a class isn't easy. Perhaps you have limited energy, you're caring for someone, have health concerns, or simply don't feel comfortable in a traditional yoga studio. Maybe you just don't want to venture out on a snowy winter morning!
You can join us from the comfort of home, move at your own pace and participate in a way that feels right for you.
You don't have to be flexible, fit or energetic to belong here.
This is yoga for real people, real bodies and real life.
More than a class. A place to connect.
Although we meet on Zoom, we're not simply going through a set of movements together.
We begin by checking in with one another. We share what's happening in our lives, explore a theme or idea, and then move into our practice.
There's time to ask questions, share observations and enjoy one another's company.
Over time, familiar faces become friends, and our weekly class becomes something to look forward to.
As one student shared:
“I love our Thursday morning time together--it makes the day so much better.”
What happens in a class?
We move slowly, with time to notice what's happening in your body.
We explore familiar movements in sometimes unfamiliar ways, paying attention to our breath, our sensations and how each movement feels.
Some days, a simple movement might surprise you. We might even laugh when something that looks easy turns out to be more complicated than expected. Other times, we become quiet and still.
Our practice may include gentle yoga, somatic movement, breathing, self-massage or reflexology techniques, and meditation.
Props such as cushions, blankets, blocks or chairs are always welcome. They can help you feel comfortable, supported and find an approach that works for your body.
There's no expectation that your body should look or move like anyone else's. You are encouraged to explore, make adjustments and do what feels right for you that day.
This is movement with awareness, not performance.
This might be your kind of yoga if...
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Fitness-focused yoga has never really appealed to you.
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You'd like to move and feel better without pushing yourself harder.
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Your body has changed, and you want a way of moving that respects where you are today.
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You appreciate the physical benefits of movement, but also want more calm and awareness.
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You spend a lot of time in your head and would like to reconnect with your body.
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You value having options, modifications and props so you can make the practice your own.
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You'd like to finish a class feeling calmer, more connected and more at ease.
You don't need to be flexible, fit or experienced. You just need to come as you are.
Looking for a hard workout?
If you're looking for a fast-paced class that challenges you to push harder, build strength through intensity or burn lots of calories, this probably isn't that class.
And that's intentional.
Here, we take a different approach. We slow down, pay attention and explore what feels right for the body we bring to class that day.
Sometimes doing less allows us to experience more.
Come as you are.
No competition. No striving. No performing.
Take a moment to check in. Explore what's possible. Listen to what your body is telling you.
You don't have to change your body to make it fit yoga. This is a practice that meets you where you are.
And what you discover doesn't have to stay on your yoga mat. The awareness, breathing and ways of listening to your body can become part of everyday life — helping you find moments of calm, ease and connection, even in the middle of a busy or challenging day.
Because yoga isn't just something we do. It's a way of living more fully in the body we have.
Less striving. More listening. More living.
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What People are Saying:
“I used to hate Mondays and now I look forward to them.”
“The way you weave the teachings, the movements and the breath together, and the words you say, it's magical.”
“I feel so calm and relaxed. I feel so good!"
Choose the class that works for you
Monday Morning — Gentle Yoga & Meditation
10:00–11:15 a.m.
January 11 – March 8, 2027
6 classes · 75 minutes each
Includes gentle yoga, somatic movement, breathwork and meditation.
$138 + HST
No class January 25, February 1 or February 15.
Thursday Morning — Gentle Yoga
7:30–8:30 a.m.
January 14 – March 11, 2027
8 classes · 60 minutes each
Includes gentle yoga, somatic movement and breathwork.
$160 + HST
No class January 28.
Interested in joining us?
Registration isn't open just yet, but you can add your name to the waitlist.
Complete the short form below and I'll be in touch personally with more information when registration opens.
I look forward to welcoming you!