Satkiana Swan is both a Healer and a Teacher. In 1994, she completed her honours degree in Psychology. After this, she earned a diploma in Spiritual Counseling and a certificate in spiritual mentoring. She is a graduate of the Bioenergetics Institute where she specialized in Ayurvedic Purification Therapies, Subtle Healing, Dream work and Meditation. She has studied and trained extensively in Kundalini Yoga as taught by Yogi Bhajan and is a graduate teacher of Club Yoga’s Yoga for Children training program.
WORKSHOPS OFFERED:
The Yoga of Dreams
We spend 1/3 of our lives sleeping and during this time we experience countless dreams. The Yoga of Sleep and Dreams takes you on a journey to explore the mysterious language of your subconscious mind as it reveals itself to you through dream symbols and messages. This is a personal language that can be witnessed and studied as an inspiration to learn more about your personal, interpersonal and divine unfolding. This course awakens your hidden healing intelligence and offers a doorway for your compassionate self to come forward in your daily life. You can expect to learn: Yogic breathing for a restful sleep; about the subconscious mind; a simple, powerful and personal method for dream decoding; building your own dream dictionary using your personal dream iconography; group sharing and dream re-enactment and a meditation practice to clear the subconscious mind. The class begins with some gentle yoga warm-ups, so wear loose clothing. Bring a journal and a few recent dreams you have written out.
Next wksp date: November 29, 2009; 1-4pm @ Rama Lotus Yoga Centre (240 Gladstone Ave, Ottawa, ON). Call Rama Lotus to register: (613) 234-7974.
Yogi Purification Practices for Self Care
In this fun, experiential workshop, you will learn simple, effective yogic techniques drawn from the healing wisdom of Ayurveda to keep your sacred self in balance. It is our senses that are bombarded and over-stimulated in our often busy daily lives. This workshop focuses on cleansing and pampering your senses to increase your vitality, inner calm and mental clarity and prepare you to receive the greatest benefits from your yoga and meditation practice. You will learn how to discharge mucous from the nose using a neti pot; how to improve your night vision and prevent wrinkles around your eyes with the use of ghee; how to calm anxiety and sleep like a baby by putting warm oil drops into your ears; gargling recipes for your body’s unique constitution, (dosha), that will have you singing, ( and not just in the shower); deeper meditation with “pichu”; how to make “Peace Pillows” to relax your eyes and mind; tips for beautiful hair and more!
CLASSES OFFERED:
Yoga For Children and Families
Satkiana teaches classe in both children’s and family yoga. Her fresh innocence and creative story-telling make these classes relaxing, engaging, fun and uplifting for participants. Children and families are introduced to the elements of yoga, combined with story-telling, creative expression, games, singing and dancing. As a Club Yoga trained teacher, her approach to yoga is made unique through this multi-media format. She has seen many children grow in self-confidence and become more relaxed and calm as they’ve progressed with yoga.
What: Family Yoga
Where: Old Town Hall, 61 Main St
Dates: Sundays: Sept 27 – Dec 6 [10 weeks] (no class on Oct 11)
Time: 2:30 – 3:30pm
Cost: $60 per adult, $50 per child; Family rate: (1 adult & 2 children or 2 adults & 1 child) $145
To Register: In person at The Old Town Hall (61 Main St) by cheque or correct cash only. www.ottawaeastcag.ca
Relax Your Way to Health and Happiness
Relax and have fun in this experiential class that offers you what you need to calm your busy mind, balance those emotions and melt away the stress in your body. You will explore various relaxation techniques, breath work, journalling, sleep and dreams, (including insomnia therapy) and movement to shake-up and release that stress! Wear loose and comfortable clothing and bring a journal.
When: Wednesdays: September 23rd, 30th, October 7th, 14th and 21st
Where: Brookfield High School, 824 Brookfield Rd, Ottawa, ON
Time: 7-8:30pm
Bring: Wear comfortable clothing and bring a journal and pen.
To Register: Contact Ottawa Carleton District School Board Continuing Education. www.ocdsb.edu.on.ca/Secondary_Websites/continuweb/home.htm
TREATMENTS OFFERED
Ayurvedic Purification Practices:
*Note: A constitutional assessment is completed and evaluated at the first session. All Ayurvedic treatments begin with a face, head, neck and shoulder massage and end with a hand and foot massage.
Shirodhara
This treatment can best be described as a mind-melting experience. A warm flow of oil is applied to the forehead and “third eye.” The oil floats down the forehead and through the hair, taking with it any unwanted thoughts, tensions and anxieties. Shirodhara helps to relax the nervous system, calm the mind, and balance the 3 Ayurvedic constitutions, (doshas). When the mind is calm, more nutrients, life energy and oxygen can reach the brain. Regular treatments are said to increase blood circulation to the brain, improve memory, nourish the hair and scalp, encourage a sound sleep and calm the body and mind.
$85 per 1 ½ hr session
Akshitarpana
Imagine a spa treatment for your eyes where your eyes are gently and lovingly nurtured in a bath of warm golden liquid. This treatment involves the processof holding a healing oil, called ghee, in the eye orbit. This therapy imporves the eyesight, heals stiffness, pain, redness and roughness around the eyes. It strengthens the vision and protects the eys again the sharp rays of the sun. Those who spend long hours in front of the computer benefit greatly from this soothing treatment. Akshitarpana is also very helpful for those with more serious eye conditions, such as glaucoma, ulcerated cornea, or styes. A great treatment for reducing excess Pitta, (heat), in the body.
$85 per 1 ½ hr session
Karna Purana
This is a soothing sinus relief and ear cleansing treatment that will open your ears to the sweet tones of life. The ears are massaged and warm oil drops are applied into the ear canal. Karna Purana reduces ear itching, dryness, rids the ears of excess wax and calms ringing in the ears.
$ 60 per 1 hr session
Nasya
The breath is the key to vibrant health and deep relaxation. This treatment frees the nasal passages and sinuses from congestion and allows you to breathe fully…those expansive belly breaths. Your session begins with a salt water sinus cleanse using a neti pot. After this, warm herbalized oil is applied into the nasal passages. Sometimes a herbal steam is also included, when there is deep congestion. Nasya relieves pressure in the head and sinuses, increases vitality, clears the mind and combats colds, sinusitis and excess kapha dosha.
$85 per 1 ½ hr session
Relaxation and Subtle Energy Work:
Relaxation and Breath Work Techniques
This is the session where you learn the tools for self-healing and take them home to apply them in your daily life! The most simple, easiest way to achieve deep relaxation is to breath properly. As babies, we naturally do this well…babies breath from their bellies. When we grow-up and encounter challenges in life, we respond by holding the breath and tensing the body. Our breath cannot flow adequately and we become chest breathers. This results in very little prana, (life force energy), being carried to our brains and the cells in our bodies. We end up feeling tired and even depressed or anxious. In a breath work and relaxation session, you will learn the “natural breath,” and other breath and relaxation tools to well equip you to handle any of life’s chaotic moments with a smile.
$60 per 1 hr session
Relaxation Massage and Subtle Energy Healing
This nurturing combination surely will have you relaxing deeply into your inner bliss. Warm, sometimes scented, oil suited to your unique constitution is applied to your body with a gentle, loving touch. This is the perfect treatment for someone who has anxiety, is stressed, over-worked and generally is looking to be nurtured and to forget about their busy life for an hour. Subtle energy healing helps to clear the electromagnetic field surrounding your body from the build-up of it’s daily bombardment from computer usage, fluorescent lighting, cell phones and the general pulse of the city. You will feel calmer in mind and emotions and more balanced.
$60 per 1 hr session
COUNSELING SERVICES:
Satkiana combines an eclectic combination of offerings drawn from the wisdom of Ayurveda, Bioenergetics, Dream Work, Shamanism, Yoga and Holistic Psychotherapy. Both 1-1 sessions and group classes involve a combination of counselling and teaching to address your unique requirements. Classes work on all levels of your being and provide you with simple, practical tools for greater self-awareness and self-rejuvenation. Tools taught will include ayurvedic nutrition, breath work, meditation, yoga, and inner anatomy. You will benefit as you develop a stronger nervous system, experience a gentle detoxification, and greatly reduce stress as you learn to quiet the mind.
$60 per 1 hr session
$325 for 6 week program
MONTHLY EVENTS:
Dreamer’s Potluck
Each month Dream Roots hosts a vegetarian potluck for dream enthusiasts to gather and explore aspects of dreaming together. The group sharing offers great insights and much fun! And the food sharing is absolutely yummy!
Bring a recently recorded dream to explore with the group. Sometimes we even do some dream re-enactment...no previous acting experience required!
Where: 36 Simcoe St., (off of Lees Ave.)
Time: 6pm-8pm
Bring: a vegetarian dish, your dream journal and a pen
Suggested donation: $5
Until then...sweet blessed dreams to you all!
Upcoming Dreamer’s Potluck Dates:
Friday, September 25th
Friday, October 16th
Friday, November 13th
No potluck in December…many blessings for a happy holiday!
Healing Nights
A monthly event sponsored by the Bioenergetics Institute in conjunction with Dream Roots. Participate in a healing meditation or receive healing if you are in need. This uplifting evening brings people together to generate healing energy to benefit self and others both present and at a distance. Experience the joy that arises when we make contact with others in an atmosphere of celebration. A delicious, home-made Ayurvedic vegetarian meal is prov
Where: 36 Simcoe St., (off of Lees Ave)
Time: 7pm (no R.S.V.P. required)
For Information: Satkiana (613) 230-0254 or dreamroots@gmail.com
Donation: $10
Upcoming Healing Night Dates:
Friday, September 18th
Friday, October 23rd
Friday, November 27th
No potluck in December…many blessings for a happy holiday!
The Space:
Location
36 Simcoe
Ottawa ON
K1S 1A4
613 230 0254
Outside
The Dream Roots healing hut is an oasis retreat in the city. Situated in a beautiful garden full of herbs, flowers, birds, a water fall, pond and surrounded by trees, it creates the perfect setting to inspire deep relaxation, healing, inspiration and upliftment. You are welcome to take a walk in the garden or sit by the pond after your treatment.
Inside
Step inside this cozy little hut and you will find a space full of sacred enchantment. Turquoise accents create a watery womb-like feeling and the sandy walls provide an earthy grounding. Drift into deep relaxation as you listen to the sounds of the waterfall just outside the door. In winter, experience the deep silence as you touch into your inner stillness.
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