Check-In

Please arrive 30 minutes before your first workshop.

Hatha Yoga

Jan Sloan, Just Breathe

A classic yoga practice to re-juvenate the mind, body and spirit from everyday life and sports activities. Learn to breathe deeply while experiencing a flow of postures (asana's) to stimulate the body physically and mentally. Through this practice you will enhance flexibility, increase muscle tone, concentration, detoxify the organs and experience a deep state of relaxation.

Nia
(This workshop is full)

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.

every WOMAN Welcome - Vancouver (6:30 to 7pm)

Casual meet & greet, welcome address and what to expect.  Light , post-activity refreshments will be served.  Please make dinner arrangements for after so that you are well-nourished for the next day's activities!

Boot Camp

Kim Kirstiak, Cardio Core Boot Camp

Pilates

Marguerite Bachmann

Pilates is one of the fastest growing forms of exercise in the world. Developed from rehabilitation techniques of Joseph Pilates, this classical style of Pilates Mat class will connect you to your core, help you feel strong, flexible, balanced, energized and stand a little taller! Taught with love, passion, energy, precision and efficient sequencing of movement. Be ready to have some fun and sweat from the inside out!

Walk/Jog - Learn to Run (7:15am)

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! 

Yin Yoga

Angie Ingis, Semperviva

This slow and meditative style of yoga aims to release deep-seated tensions in the spine, hips and pelvis. Yin yoga is especially beneficial for those who are always "on the go". If you feel overworked in body and/or mind, Yin yoga will help you rediscover how to truly relax while also providing the opportunity to exponentially increase flexibility and mobility, throughout the body.
Deeply nourishing for everyone, from beginner to advanced students of yoga.

Kundalini Yoga

Bethan Williams, Exhale Studio

Kundalina Yoga is a unique, energy building practice that focuses on dynamic movement, breath, meditation and chanting. Each class incorporates a specific "kriya" or yoga set that is used to detoxify and bring balance back in to the body. Kundalini Yoga has been described as the "Yoga of Awareness" and is a beautiful tool to clear your mind and awaken your true self. Wear comfortable clothes you can move in and barefeet.

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. 

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.

Nutrition - 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. 

Pilates Rhythm
(This workshop is full)

Rachel Wainwright, Exhale Studio

Pilates Rhythm is different from regular Pilates, incorporating a ballet stretch and strength-like warm-up combined with a series of ab exercises that flow to a funky playlist of music. Enjoy!

8:15am - Diving (Aquatic Centre) (Allow 1.75 hours)

Bev Boys, 3-Time Olympian

Transportation provided. Workshop to be conducted from 8:45am to 9:30am at the Aquatic Centre (10 minute drive from Pacific Palisades). The intention is to get you back for your 10am workshop.

Come and learn to dive... off 1 meter, 3 meter or higher????  Learn some basic skills to have you dive safer, don't hurt your head, legs or any other part of  your body... challenge yourself to jump off something high up.  Warm up, trampoline, dryboard, come and try it all......Note:  Transportation provided.  Taxi shuttle service departing at 8:15am. Workshop to be conducted at the Aquatic Centre (10 minute drive from Pacific Palisades).

Kundalini Yoga

Bethan Williams, Exhale Studio

Kundalina Yoga is a unique, energy building practice that focuses on dynamic movement, breath, meditation and chanting. Each class incorporates a specific "kriya" or yoga set that is used to detoxify and bring balance back in to the body. Kundalini Yoga has been described as the "Yoga of Awareness" and is a beautiful tool to clear your mind and awaken your true self. Wear comfortable clothes you can move in and barefeet.

Nutrition 2 - Fueling for Every Day Life

Dana Lis, SportMed BC

"Already eating healthy- I think?" Nutrition check-up will lead you through a personal nutrition analysis and provide insight into how you can top up your diet to reach your wellness goals. Also, learn some great meal planning tips and food tricks to stay on track with your nutrition no matter what life brings.

Bellyfit®

Gillian Cofsky

Bellyfit® is a fusion of Cultural Dance, Precision Fitness and Ethno-Electronic Music that creates a full body, full of spirit, highly effective exercise experience for women only! Each class combines the foundation moves from Belly Dance, Bollywood, Bhangra, African Dance, Pilates and Yoga - giving you a body sculpting, calorie burning, stress relieving, incredibly fun workout! Offered in the tried and true format of traditional group fitness, each class is set to the high energy beats of the electronic drum, fused with culturally rich ethno-organic sounds and melodies, giving you an hour that inspires the body, the mind, the spirit and the heart to reach beyond limitations and into pure transformation. This is one workshop you will not want to miss!

Laughter Yoga

Carol-Ann Shannon

Laughter Yoga is a series of breathing and easy movements exercises designed to teach the body to laugh with out depending on jokes or humor. Why call it Laughter Yoga?  Yoga means union and laughter brings all 3 aspects of mind, body and spirit together. We can also call it 'laugher-cise'. It is an aerobic exercise, a stress buster, it can include techniques that are playful, yogic based, clapping, chanting, deep breathing, humming, etc, all chosen to lighten our spirit and give a feeling of well-being through the release of endorphins. Laughter has holistic benefits on all levels; it is a pain reliever, improves immunity, lowers blood pressure and it improves your sense of humour.

Bellyfit®

Gillian Cofsky

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.

The Red Carpet Walk - Confidence For The Complete Woman
(This workshop is full)

Taaja Kayler, Taaja Inc.

A fun and dynamic workshop learning the key skills and modeling industry secrets of "the Walk" and "the Look". Lively music will have you walking the runway, and owning the room.  You will be empowered to embrace your everyday life the way nature meant you to be, relaxed, poised and confident.

Water Running
(This workshop is full)

Lynn Kanuka, every WOMAN Active Living

How about "going for a run or walk in the water?"  Learn how to exercise by staying afloat in the deep end of a pool utilizing a run/walk action:  Fantastic fitness, you can work as hard or as easy as you like, chat to a friend (unlike swimming!) great natural massage effect on the body, and a nice option for an activity in the water without getting your hair wet! 

Financial Planning 1 - Building Your Map

Dana Fleming, Wealth Management for Balanced Living

Do you know what would happen to your life if you became disabled? Do you know if you will have enough money at retirement? Do you hate your job but can't see a way out because of money? Take an hour out of your day to talk to a Certified Financial Planner. Dana will give a brief overview on what a Financial Planner does, what a financial plan looks like and give you a quick check up on your financial health. The seminar is designed to create an "any question is a good question" environment so take the opportunity to ask those questions you always wanted to know the answers to. 

Just Breathe

Jan Sloan, Just Breathe

A sweet combination of some guided visualization, breathing techniques and calming music to quiet the mind and body. Ahhhhh.......after a morning of fun, movement, learning and vigour, come and nourish your body, nurture your soul, quiet your mind, embrace stillness and just breathe!  A perfect break and preparation for the afternoon's activities.

Rituals, Myth Making and Celebrations

Dolly Hopkins, Creative Architect

Ritual and Celebration are integral to the human experience. But how do we awaken ourselves to the wonder and awe of ceremony, ritual, and celebration in our everyday lives?

Dolly will draw your attention to what we already experience as daily celebrations, share ways to expand the meaning and scope of your own personal rituals, and build appreciation of how rituals and myth making connect us to the life force of wellness within our families and communities.

Dolly will take participants through a series of fun activities and exercises that focus on self-discovery and exploration, nourishing our sense of well-being and allowing us to access the creative part of ourselves that can become dormant in the business of day-to-day life.

Participants are encouraged to bring along a sketchbook/notebook to use during the workshop.

Synchronized Swimming (12:45pm)

Janice (Bremner), Olympic Silver Medallist

Grab you suits, get your goggles, and don't forget those nose clips! (accessories will be included)

Janice will walk you through some very simple and gentle moves and will share stories of her Olympic experience at the1996 Summer Games.  And not to worry - deep water need not apply.  You'll be amazed at the control and strength that is needed to keep yourself at or near the surface of the water and we'll go retro and try to re-create Saturday Night Lives' 1985 Synchro skit.  Laughter will certainly prevail and wonderful memories will be had.  Don't forget your bathing cap and smile!

Nordic Walking (12:45pm)

Lynn Kanuka, every WOMAN Active Living

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.

Salsafit
(This workshop is full)

Denise Galay, Zumba Vancouver

Spice it up a notch! Join us for some hip shaking, body energizing, awe-inspiring movements in latin dance form. Salsafit fuses together a variety of salsa moves to make a lively and exciting class that anyone can follow and feel sexy doing it. It will provide you with some new ideas and fresh insights into how to inject more life and energy into your exercise regime. 

Gemstones - Healing Aspects for Health and Prosperity

Deborah Drummond-Baker

Learn the healing power and properties of crystals and gemstones. Learn colors, sizes, history, mythology and the properties of using these crystals. Many people choose to wear their stones in jewelry, Learn how to clean the crystal so it works at full potential. We will go thru all the stones and learn the healing properties of these stones so you can use them for their healing purposes. This is a great way to assist in what it is you need in your life by wearing, carrying, bathing, reading, meditating, or placing crystals in and around you or the person that needs the help. Everyone that attends will receive a free piece of a gemstone to take with them. 

Burlesque Beauties Dance Class

Carla, Exhale Studio

This isn't feather boas and tassels burlesque ­ rather it's modern burlesque with a little bit of Pussycat Dolls' fierceness thrown in.  This dance class is designed to make you sweat, laugh, and have fun as one of the Burlesque Beauties leads you through warm up, stretch, and then into a fun dance routine. You will leave with a glow on your face, a real workout, confidence in your own value as a beautiful and confident woman, and some sexy/sensual moves you can take with you to a girls night out on the town...or even at home for yourself or a private show.   Please come in either bare feet, or clean rubber-heeled character shoes, and clothes you can move in. "Live your life like a Burlesque Beauty" Be Classy Be Confident Be Yourself!

Cardio Striptease

Caroline MacGillivray

Be inspired to pursue your passion

Liz Gaige, Market Navigators

You are an amazing human being with a dream, a passion, a purpose! What have you always wanted to do? Write a book, start a business, create a product, develop a charity, follow a creative pursuit? Now is your opportunity to explore using your innate strengths as a woman and tap into the inspiration that will make your dreams a reality. Expand your vision and ignite your passion!

Performance Posture
(This workshop is full)

Dr. Joanna MacDonald

Stand tall for success in business, life and sport." Do you want to be taller? Do you want to get rid of those little aches and pains that you feel every day? Do you want to look fit and healthy? Learn how a few adjustments to your posture and simple exercises can help you meet these goals.

Zumba

Denise Galay, Zumba Vancouver

This class fuses hypnotic Latin and International rhythms with easy to follow moves to create a dynamic workout system that will blow you away. Zumba utilizes the principles of fitness interval training and resistance training to maximize caloric output, fat burning and total body toning. It uses a variety of styles in its routines, including Cumbia, Soca, Merengue, Salsa, African, Reggaeton, Flamenco, Funk, and Bellydance. Zumba is a "feel-happy" workout that is great for both the body and the mind.

Charleston

Lucy Falkner

This workshop is back by popular demand - why?  Because it is SO FUN - anyone can do it, Lucy is amazing, and it will make you feel light and happy and ready to perform!This is the dance that took America and the world by storm in the 1920s: kicks and twists, pearls a-swingin' and fringe a-flappin'! Learn some basic authentic Charleston steps and put them together in a sassy routine. We're going to get playful and silly, with rhythm and flare. If you have comfortable heels (not too high) and a swinging skirt, bring them. 

Nordic Walking (Allow 1.5 hours)

Lynn Kanuka, every WOMAN Active Living

If you select Nordic Walking, you cannot select a 4pm workshop.

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.

Power Yoga Flow

Jan Sloan, Just Breathe

Based on the traditional style of yoga called "Ashtanga Yoga", power yoga flow is a delightful moving meditation using breath work to flow you from one posture to another. An energetic yoga practice that will leave you feeling strong, stretchy and rejuvenated inside and out! 

Laughter Yoga

Carol-Ann Shannon, White Rock Laughter Yoga

Laughter Yoga is a series of breathing and easy movements exercises designed to teach the body to laugh with out depending on jokes or humor. Why call it Laughter Yoga?  Yoga means union and laughter brings all 3 aspects of mind, body and spirit together. We can also call it 'laugher-cise'. It is an aerobic exercise, a stress buster, it can include techniques that are playful, yogic based, clapping, chanting, deep breathing, humming, etc, all chosen to lighten our spirit and give a feeling of well-being through the release of endorphins. Laughter has holistic benefits on all levels; it is a pain reliever, improves immunity, lowers blood pressure and it improves your sense of humour.

Hypnotherapy

Rosa Livingstone, CHt, CI, A Load Off Your Mind Hypnotherapy

What is Hypnosis and how it works!  Learn how Hypnotherapy helps women make positive change to limiting beliefs such as self sabotage, self esteem, stress management, relationships, and health issues.  Discover hypnotherapy in relation to the Theory of the Mind, how belief systems and negative behaviors are formed, changing  negative beliefs and hypnosis and health - emotional and physical (psychosomatic illness).

Capoeira

Goal Setting Without Grimacing

Lee-Anne Ragan

If a goal is simply a dream with a timeline then why is it painful to do it for so many people? While there are definitely some common elements to goal setting, how you go about it can be incredibly diverse. Learn how to set your own goals using a method that is hand picked by you. You'll have fun and be closer to realizing your dreams.  Join Lee-Anne Ragan, President of Rock.Paper.Scissors, for this interactive workshop that will have you laughing and learning while you lead yourself to goal setting without grimacing. www.rpsinc.ca

Pole Dancing

Caroline MacGillivray

Meditation

Kathryn Fentiman, Self Realization Meditation Healing Centre

In this fast paced world, having a way to still ourselves and slow down our busy minds is essential.  In this workshop you will learn simple yet effective techniques to relax the body and bring a greater sense of peace within.  Energy care techniques will also be taught.  Please bring a notebook and pen and wear comfortable loose clothing.

Hip Hop

Jess Dexter, Harbour Dance

4:45pm to 5:30pm - every WOMAN Wrap Up (All)

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 :)

Celebration of Movement Dinner

Key Note Address: Romina Arena
Additional costs: $85

This is an every WOMAN dinner you do not want to miss! Introducing Romina Arena ......join us to hear this incredibly talented and courageous woman speak and perform - 7pm at the Pacific Palisades Hotel on Saturday, October 3.  Romina has performed with Pavarotti and toured with Andrea Bocelli and performed on the Celine Dion stage in Las Vegas. She was brutally attacked at age 15, left comotose....we are so honoured to have Romina at every WOMAN. A limited amount of tickets for this dinner are also open to the public (so bring your friends too!). Everyone is welcome. $85 for every WOMAN Participants | $125 Regular