3pm to 6pm - Check-In (Coast Hotel)

All participants will be required to complete a waiver of liability before participating in any workshops.  Please arrive a minimum of 30 minutes prior to your first workshop.

Hatha Yoga

Ida Manley, Moksana Yoga

Join this yoga workshop to set the stage for your Day of Activity. Experience hatha (physical) yoga with asanas (yoga postures) as well as breathing and meditation techniques.   Suitable for all levels, including beginners!  Come prepared with a towel, a mat and be well hydrated.

Yoga Flow
(This workshop is full)

Maria Filippone and Tracey Noseworthy, 3 Modern Yoga & Jala Yoga

Join this yoga workshop to set the stage for your Day of Activity.   A practice that by linking the breath to a flowing sequence of postures (asanas) accompanied by funky, soothing, musical, beats,  you will develop strength, gain flexibility, sweat a little and, most certainly, have some fun.  Come prepared with a towel, a mat and be well hydrated.  Suitable for all levels.

every WOMAN Welcome

Casual meet & greet, welcome address and what to expect.  Belly dancing and West African dance performances. Light refreshments will be served.

Boot Camp (7:00am)

Michele Shorter, Body Dynamics

Power Vinyasa Flow

Tracey Noseworthy, Jala Yoga

 A challenging practice that thru linking the breath to a flowing sequence of postures (asanas) accompanied by funky, soothing, musical, beats,  the student will develop strength, gain flexibility, sweat a little and, most certainly, have some fun.  Come prepared with a towel, a mat and be well hydrated.

Walk/Jog – Learn to Run

Lynn Kanuka, Olympic Bronze Medallist

You'd like to learn to run, but perhaps you've never run before, or not had success when you did try it, or you've been away from running for 3 months or longer. Most people do too much too soon too quickly. In this workshop you will work through the first session of a tried-and-true gentle, progressive Walk/Run program. You'll discover how easy running can be, and that anyone can do it! 

(Sleep-in...)

Aromatherapy For Women

Daniela Cubelic, Silk Road Tea

Integrating aromatherapy into your daily life to rejuvenate, reduce stress, prevent colds & flu etc.

Bellyfit® Live

Alice Bracegirdle, Bellyfit®

Bellyfit is the fusion fitness experience for women that blends the power and wisdom of ancient cultures, with the research, technology and trends of the modern world. It is designed to connect you to the deep, primal feminine within, while helping you find strength to deal with modern day stress. Each class is a seamless fusion of movements inspired by the science of Western fitness, the style and beauty of Cultural Dance and the power of spiritual practices & philosophies from the East. Join us for fun, easy to learn cardio moves infused with the ancient and beautiful fundamentals of Belly Dance, Bollywood, Bhangra, African Dance and more and see why women all across Canada are flocking to Bellyfit.

Nia

Jan Jensen, Sechelt

Nia is a fitness lifestyle program that has been changing people's lives since 1983. The original and most advanced form of fusion fitness, Nia blends martial arts, healing arts and dance arts to create a workout that no isolated technique can match. Nia's barefoot, grounded approach to fitness and well-being maximizes body efficiency, cultivates energy and teaches you to consciously move in an integrated way. Learn how to move Your Body's Way for Flexibility, Agility, Mobility, Strength, and Stability.

RunFaster

Lynn Kanuka, Olympic Bronze Medallist

So YOU are a runner! Pace is personal - for this workshop it only matters that you are comfortable running at your own pace 2-3 times per week for about 30 minutes, and you're ready for some variety in a program. Perhaps you'd like some tips on how to learn to run a little faster, or simply feel more comfortable when you run. Learn about "change-of-pace" in your running, circuit training for running, and strength endurance exercises that will make you run stronger and more efficiently. 

Health Benefits of Tea

Daniela Cubelic, Silk Road Tea

Covering all the latest health benefits studies and research on the health benefits of tea, and how you can gain the most benefits from them.

Pilates

Maria Filippone, 3 Modern Yoga

Developed by Joseph Pilates (1880-1967), Pilates draws inspiration from both Western and Eastern exercise regimes with the aim of strengthening the body while providing greater flexibility and optimal posture. Regular Pilates practice will:

• create a supple, powerful body
• build stronger, leaner, more flexible muscles
• relieve stress and improve mood, creating a general sense of well-being
• alleviate pain and assist with the establishment of optimal posture

Nia

Jan Jensen, Sechelt

Nia is a fitness lifestyle program that has been changing people's lives since 1983. The original and most advanced form of fusion fitness, Nia blends martial arts, healing arts and dance arts to create a workout that no isolated technique can match. Nia's barefoot, grounded approach to fitness and well-being maximizes body efficiency, cultivates energy and teaches you to consciously move in an integrated way. Learn how to move Your Body's Way for Flexibility, Agility, Mobility, Strength, and Stability.

Herbal Medicine

James Christian, BSc, MNIMH, RH, Dean, School of Phytotherapy - Pacific Rim College

Make simple balms - learn how to make medicated balms specific for sprains, strains and sore muscles or balms for relaxation and headaches.

Run Jump Throw

Thelma Wright

Run - Jump - Throw" - Remember what it was like to be a kid and do all those things? Come join Thelma Wright, former Olympic Runner, PE teacher for over 30 years, current Canadian Track & Field Coach/Manager and Mother of 4 active children -  You'll be re-introduced to basic fitness skills needed to participate in ALL physical activities - everything from athletics to sports to dance.  You'll experience a circuit of games that develop strength, stability, coordination and basic skills, including learning how to actually throw a javelin and a shot put by using creative equipment Thelma has developed in her position as BC's Athletics Run-Jump-Throw Coordinator.   For fun, energy and inspiration, come PLAY with Thelma and "Run - Jump - Throw" like you did when you were a kid and can STILL do now!

Bellyfit® Live

Alice Bracegirdle, Bellyfit®

Bellyfit is the fusion fitness experience for women that blends the power and wisdom of ancient cultures, with the research, technology and trends of the modern world. It is designed to connect you to the deep, primal feminine within, while helping you find strength to deal with modern day stress. Each class is a seamless fusion of movements inspired by the science of Western fitness, the style and beauty of Cultural Dance and the power of spiritual practices & philosophies from the East. Join us for fun, easy to learn cardio moves infused with the ancient and beautiful fundamentals of Belly Dance, Bollywood, Bhangra, African Dance and more and see why women all across Canada are flocking to Bellyfit.

Nutrition 1 - Every Day Healthy Eating

Dana Lis, SportMed BC

Whether we focus too much on exercise or work, we don't have enough time in the day, or whether we just don't know what good eating is, the food we put in our bodies every day is often not the best choice for optimum health. Learn how to make good choices, and motivate yourself to make those choices, every single day. Once the systems of your body are in balance, you will be energized like never before.

Got 10 minutes a day? Then Let's Get Fit!

Narina Prokosch, Victoria Wellness

Exercise does not have to be a long, drawn out affair.  Exercise and its benefits are cumulative.  So even if you have no time to exercise, you can still reap its benefits in as little as 10 minutes. Use bodyweight exercises combined together in a quick 10 minute workout to help strengthen muscles, burn body fat, improve posture and boost that metabolism. We will progress through quick and easy warm up drills and then get right into the 10 minute workout.  Questions and exercise demos, time permitting.

Lunch

(On your own)

A chance to get outside and enjoy one of the fun and funky eating spots in Victoria.

Drum Circle

Lynn Weaver, MoonDance Dynamic Arts School

Lynn lives for African vibes!  Recently returned from another trip to Guinea, West Africa, Lynn has been re-energised and re-inspired.  She loves sharing these rhythms in the manner they have been so generously shared with her.  These rhythms are trusted to her because she preserves the traditions: that doesn't mean saving ashes - - that means spreading the fire!

Boxing

Sandy Ibrahim, Capital City Boxing

Discover how boxing is a champion in mind/body activity. Learn to properly punch a target, jump rope, and explore how boxers train alignment and get into fighting shape using a variety of plyometric, cardio, strength and footwork drills.  We will also explore how the sport implicitly teaches boxers to respond (rather than react) to perceived danger, stress and threat bringing together the mind/body connection.

Nordic Walking (12:45pm)

Lynn Kanuka, Olympic Bronze Medallist

Nordic Walking, in its simplest form is "walking with poles." Originating from summer training for cross-country skiers in Finland, it is now one of the fastest growing, and most beneficial fitness activities in North America. In regular walking you only use your legs to move your body forward, with proper technique, Nordic Walking works your upper and lower body at the same time, strengthening your back, legs and arms, and reducing neck and shoulder tension - all this while improving the health of your heart and lungs. In fact it allows the same exercise intensity as running, without the high impact. And you can gain all these health benefits and more, while Nordic Walking with your friends; exercise intensity is determined by upper body effort so people of differing fitness levels can walk and talk together, while working to their own level with Nordic Walking. Discover a new fantastic way to exercise out in the fresh air on beautiful trails and grass. Anyone can do it! Poles provided.

West African Dancing

Lynn Weaver, MoonDance Dynamic Arts School

"I am touched by Africa. She lives through my spirited self. She has spoken to me. I move into myself by being myself."
Everyone welcome!

Belly Dancing

Asmira, Asmira’s School of Oriental Belly Dance

Benefits of belly dancing include increased levels of: Self-Confidence, Self-Esteem, balance, co ordination, focus, rhythm, increased flexibility, muscle tone and increased general fitness levels. Oh yeah, and it's a whole lot of fun!

Hip Hop Yoga
(This workshop is full)

Amy Chayko-Allen, A Fine Balance Fitness

Modern Dance

Leah Wickes, Lynda Raino Dance | Academy of Ballet

Probably the most difficult dance style to describe because modern dance has no boundaries in its creativity. The wide range of music used in this dance style dictates the emotional response. For example, a solo guitar, a gospel choir or an experimental composer will inspire the teacher's choreography. This gives the student the richest experience as you explore this multi faceted dance style.

Thai Yoga Massage
(This workshop is full)

Maria Filippone, Tracey Noseworthy, 3 Modern Yoga & Jala Yoga

Thai Massage Therapy is one of the ancient healing arts of traditional Thai medicine. Even at its most basic, it is a very complex sequence of soft tissue, pushing, stretching, twisting and joint manipulations. Thai Yoga Therapy focuses on the main energy channels in the body and the release of blockages along these lines, which is essential for maintaining a healthy, pain free body.

Confidence Boosting Creative Visualisation

Emma-Louise Elsey, The Coaching Tools Company

It can be hard in this busy and often stressful world to find the time to relax and listen to our own inner wisdom. Creative visualization is a wonderful form of meditation where you are verbally guided into a state of self-insight and relaxation. It can be incredibly helpful for those who find it difficult to quiet their thoughts when meditating. So, come to this Creative Visualisation session for a relaxing and enlightening wrap-up to your busy and fun-filled weekend. You will leave feeling relaxed and seeing yourself from a new, more appreciative and loving perspective. Please bring: A pen, yoga mat to lie on and a notebook or journal if you have one!

3:45pm to 4:30pm - every WOMAN Wrap-Up

Closing exercise, draw prizes, gratitude...go forth and feel fantastic ~.  And don't forget to ...KEEP MOVING!  See you at every WOMAN - Whistler - May 14 to 16, 2010 :)