Upcoming events
Capital Conquest
🥋 CAPITAL CONQUEST 2026 🥋
At Aurora Life Sports, we believe that true growth happens when you step out of your comfort zone, test your skills, and immerse yourself in environments that inspire excellence.
Join the Aurora Life Sports team as we travel to Capital Conquest—one of the largest martial arts events in the world! Bringing together over 1,500 participants and 80+ international instructors, this premier 3-day gathering offers world-class seminars, high-level competition, and martial arts showcases across all styles and skill levels.
Whether you are stepping onto the mats to compete, refining your technique in international workshops, or supporting your fellow teammates, Capital Conquest is a powerful weekend to ground down in your training and elevate your martial arts journey.
General Details
Friday, November 6 – Sunday, November 8, 2026
Location: Palais des Congrès (50 Boulevard Maisonneuve, Gatineau, QC J8X 4H4)
Event Schedule: https://capitalconquest.ca/schedule-cc26
Event Registration: https://capitalconquest.ca/registration-page-cc26
Event Highlights
✨ World-Class Workshops: Train directly under legendary instructors across striking, grappling, self-defense, and weapons systems.
✨ Tournament Competition: Step up and represent Aurora Life Sports in forms, katas, and sparring.
✨ Community & Mastery: Connect with martial artists from over 10 countries and experience the unity and energy of the global martial arts community.
Event Details & Logistics
“I train to protect and restore, never to provoke or dominate.” Let’s step onto the floor with integrity, purpose, and respect!
Iron & Asana Walk
IRON & ASANA: JONES CREEK ADVENTURE & TRAIL WALK
One of our core intentions at Aurora Life Sports is finding power and presence in everyday life—taking our practice off the mat and into the real world.
Whether you’re training toward ambitious athletic goals for next summer or simply dedicated to staying strong, healthy, and connected, our monthly adventure meetups give us the space to reset, keep each other accountable, and move with intention.
This October, as we wrap up our monthly themes of Satya (truthfulness) and Integrity, we’re heading out to explore the beautiful scenic trails at Jones Creek. It’s the perfect opportunity to ground down in nature, share our upcoming goals, and recharge our collective energy alongside a supportive community.
General Details
Sunday, October 25th | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: Jones Creek Trails — Thousand Islands National Park
Meeting Point: Main Trailhead Parking Lot (1270 Thousand Islands Parkway, Mallorytown, ON)
What to Expect
✨ Mindful Movement: A social walk through rocky ridges, birch stands, and wetland boardwalks suitable for all fitness levels.
✨ Goal-Setting & Connection: An encouraging space to discuss your upcoming summer goals, stay motivated, and support fellow members.
✨ Integration & Reset: Taking a pause from busy schedules to cultivate harmony, presence, and balance in nature.
What to Bring
Comfortable, sturdy walking/hiking shoes
Weather-appropriate layers
Reusable water bottle & a light snack
Your goals, curiosity, and positive energy!
Let’s step onto the trail, stay accountable to our goals, and move together toward health and balance. See you on the trail!
Kata Night #2!
🥋 KATA NIGHT #2: SPECIAL GUEST CLINIC WITH SENSEI RON WATTIE 🥋
At Aurora Life Sports, we believe that true mastery comes through intentional practice, martial discipline, and continuous growth. Refining our technique on the mat allows us to build focus, precision, and confidence that carry into every aspect of life.
This special session, we are honored to welcome Sensei Ron Wattie from the Merrickville Karate Club as our guest instructor!
Sensei Wattie will be introducing our students to the art of Katas—detailed, choreography-based patterns of martial arts movements designed to hone form, control, and muscle memory. This focused clinic is tailored to help prepare our practitioners for performance and competition at Capital Conquest, ensuring everyone steps onto the mat feeling ready, sharp, and confident.
General Details
Tuesday, October 20, 2026 | 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: École élémentaire catholique Sainte-Marguerite-Bourgeoys (306 Read Street, Merrickville-Wolford, ON)
Cost: Included with membership
What to Expect
✨ Expert Technical Breakdown: Step-by-step guidance on traditional Katas from a seasoned martial arts instructor.
✨ Capital Conquest Prep: Specific drills and focus points aimed at preparing participants for tournament success and demonstration.
✨ Precision & Focus: Opportunities to refine movement, posture, and power delivery in a supportive group environment.
What to Bring
Your Gi / martial arts training attire
Water bottle
An open mind, focus, and drive to grow!
Whether you are preparing to compete at Capital Conquest or simply looking to deepen your technique and movement awareness, come join us for an inspiring evening of training!
Phil Lai - Five Element Palm Healing Qi Gong Workshop
In-Person or Online: 5 Element Palm Qi Gong Workshop
General Details
Location: In-Person: 33 Strathbury St, Ottawa, ON, Canada Online: Live via Google Meet
Dates and Times: October 17 and 18, 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Costs: Early Bird Special: $200 paid by September 27. If paid after September 27, regular fee of $240
To register or inquire: email: philip.lai@rogers.com
Training Includes: 1 Cultivating and applying vital energy for positive change 2 Core principles, movements, meditation, and chanting of Five Element Palm Qi Gong 3 Strengthening organs, meridians, and energy centers 4 Basic health assessment and treatment methods 5 Using Five Element Feng Shui to enhance energy and fortune 6 Understanding and healing emotional stress 7 Healing foods for organ support
Applying the Five Elements to health through visualization, intention, and intuition to support daily well-being and focused healing.
Watch the Workshop Overview Video
Athlete Showcase & Meet-and-Greet!!
Sponsored Athlete Showcase & Meet-and-Greet
Date & Time: Tuesday, October 13th | 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: 306 Read Street, Merrickville, ON (SMB)
Cost: FREE! Open to the public!
Description:
Join us at Aurora Life Sports for a special half-hour showcase celebrating our amazing sponsored athletes!
Come meet the talented young competitors we support and see the real results of their hard work, grit, and dedication. They’ll be bringing in their motocross bikes, World Championship belts, gold, silver, and bronze medals, holeshot awards, and winner ribbons to display.
Whether you’re a fan of motocross, martial arts, figure skating, or equestrian sports—or just want to inspire your own young athletes—stop by to meet the team, check out the gear and hardware up close, and celebrate our community’s rising stars!
Check out our Sponsored Athlete page to see our rising superstars!
October New Moon Intention Setting Class
OCTOBER NEW MOON INTENTION SETTING CLASS
One of my favorite parts of what we do at Aurora Life Sports is finding ways to take yoga off the mat and integrate it into real, everyday life. Carrying that sense of presence, clarity, and focus into our busy routines is where the real magic happens.
That’s why I love our monthly New Moon Intention Setting classes so much.
Instead of moving through life on autopilot, these monthly sessions give us a dedicated space to pause, check in with ourselves, and set clear intentions for the month ahead.
During September, our theme centered around Ahimsa (non-violence) and Respect—cultivating active kindness, non-harming, and deep respect for ourselves and others as we navigate real-life growth. In focus are two of my favorite mantras from the month:
✨ “My movement is for harmony, my technique is for peace.”
✨ “I train to protect and restore, never to provoke or dominate.”
So we’ll use what we learned in September and apply it in October!
Life has a way of throwing unexpected challenges, busy schedules, and stressful situations at us that can test our patience and peace. But these mantras remind us that true strength lies in restraint, compassion, and maintaining balance within ourselves. When we lead with respect and aim to restore rather than react, nothing can throw us off course.
As we transition into October, this grounding in Ahimsa creates the essential foundation for our next focus: Satya (truthfulness) and Integrity. Once we learn to treat ourselves and others with respect and compassion, we create a safe space to get honest about where we are, align our actions with our authentic values, and live with complete integrity both on and off the mat.
If you’ve been looking for a moment to reset, realign your routine, and reconnect with your inner harmony, I’d love to have you join us!
General Details
Location: North Augusta Community Hall (8115 Mill St)
Date: Thursday, October 8th
Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM (during Yoga: Body Reset)
What to Bring: Bring your yoga mat, water, and a pen and journal/notebook so you can write down your thoughts and reflections.
If you’ve been looking for a moment to reset, realign your routine, and reconnect with your inner harmony, I’d love to have you join us!
Kata Night #1!
🥋 KATA NIGHT #1: SPECIAL GUEST CLINIC WITH SENSEI RON WATTIE 🥋
At Aurora Life Sports, we believe that true mastery comes through intentional practice, martial discipline, and continuous growth. Refining our technique on the mat allows us to build focus, precision, and confidence that carry into every aspect of life.
This special session, we are honored to welcome Sensei Ron Wattie from the Merrickville Karate Club as our guest instructor!
Sensei Wattie will be introducing our students to the art of Katas—detailed, choreography-based patterns of martial arts movements designed to hone form, control, and muscle memory. This focused clinic is tailored to help prepare our practitioners for performance and competition at Capital Conquest, ensuring everyone steps onto the mat feeling ready, sharp, and confident.
General Details
Tuesday, October 6, 2026 | 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: École élémentaire catholique Sainte-Marguerite-Bourgeoys (306 Read Street, Merrickville-Wolford, ON)
Cost: Included with membership
What to Expect
✨ Expert Technical Breakdown: Step-by-step guidance on traditional Katas from a seasoned martial arts instructor.
✨ Capital Conquest Prep: Specific drills and focus points aimed at preparing participants for tournament success and demonstration.
✨ Precision & Focus: Opportunities to refine movement, posture, and power delivery in a supportive group environment.
What to Bring
Your Gi / martial arts training attire
Water bottle
An open mind, focus, and drive to grow!
Whether you are preparing to compete at Capital Conquest or simply looking to deepen your technique and movement awareness, come join us for an inspiring evening of training!
Kung Fu & Qi Gong Workshop
Qi Gong and Kung Fu Master Philip Tai Foo Lai 黎大虎, CPA, CMA, warmly invites you to the Kung Fu & Qi Gong Workshop.
General Details
Date & Time: Saturday, October 3 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM EDT
Location: In-person: 33 Strathbury St, Ottawa Online: Google Meet
Investment: Early Bird: $150 (pay by September 25) Regular Price: $240 (pay by October 1)
Registration: Email philip.lai@rogers.com
Introduction
Master Lai has practiced Kung Fu for over 66 years and Qi Gong/Tai Chi for over 55 years. For the past 46 years, he has integrated these systems to develop a unique and powerful Kung Fu/Qi Gong Form. Qi Gong helps calm the mind, release stress, strengthen the immune system, and enhance your natural self-healing abilities. Kung Fu training supports humility, self-control, respect, confidence, balance, body mechanics, natural reflexes, and practical self-defence. It also helps you maximize force, speed, and mind-body coordination.
Workshop Description
Master Lai will teach Kung Fu Butterfly Palm, a special form inspired by Hung Ga and Choi Ga Kung Fu— moving like a butterfly, stinging like a bee, and cultivating the power of a tiger. The workshop begins with gentle, low-impact movements drawn from Tai Chi and Qi Gong. Students will learn the Butterfly Palm form starting with slow, mindful movements—similar to Qi Gong/Tai Chi moving meditation—combined with martial arts foundations. This approach helps calm the mind, relax the body, deepen the breath, activate the inner smile, and use positive visualization to support health, vitality, and natural healing.
As students become comfortable, the practice gradually develops into greater speed, power, and coordination. Participants will explore how to move with better control while strengthening awareness of the bones, joints, and ligaments. The training blends Qi Gong, Tai Chi, and traditional martial arts principles to support overall well-being, vitality, coordination, and practical self-defence skills.
Beginner-friendly. No previous Qi Gong or martial arts experience required.
This workshop is suitable for everyone—even if you prefer not to move quickly. We begin with foundational movements to open the body, tune the energy, and support balance and healing. If you wish to progress toward faster Kung Fu movements, you can do so gradually with Master Lai’s guidance. Many Qi Gong members choose to stay with slower movements, and that is perfectly fine. The goal is to practice safely, stay active, slow the effects of aging, and improve your overall health.
Workshop Videos
• Kung Fu with Speed and Force
Testimonials
1) Paulette, an Olympic athlete who suffered a serious injury and was paralyzed from the neck down at a
young age. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VqVabB1-hHQ
2) Miranda's recovery from Stroke and brain injury, the feelings of unworthiness, helplessness, perceived
injustices, and the losses.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YBcrIxRmDsE&feature=youtu.be
3) Paul’s recovery and return to independent living after seven years of paralysis caused by a
stroke. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rpmSsoob3gw&t=2s
4) Vera’s recovery from severe Fibromyalgia that ended her professional music career, made her financial
situation very difficult and greatly restricted her mobility for twenty years. https://youtu.be/NXNr2dwAOf0
5) Leila Keith who has only been practicing with Master Lai for a short time already see a difference in her
outlook and health
6) Recovery from 11 days in coma: https://youtu.be/WKsiKHAbEg8
7) Type I Diabetes over 35 years: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fppelkmno-4&feature=youtu.be
This course is the best energy training to empower your mind, body, and spirit, maximize your potential
and performance, treat most health issues, and learn how to be an energy practitioner or healer.
This course is designed for people who want to learn how to calm the mind, relax the body, improve
physical health, protect themselves from negative/unwanted energy intrusion/invasion, prevent sickness,
treat themselves for severe stress and emotional distress, and lower energy.
For more info, testimonials, and registration, please email philip.lai@rogers.com
Website: https://philip-lai-qi-gong-association.square.site/
Valentine’s Day Partner Yoga Challenge!
“Beat the Instructor Challenge” Partner Yoga event!
Come on out and test your skills in our light-hearted “Beat the Instructor Challenge” Partner Yoga event!
Who can out-pose and out-flow us? We'll guide you through our most popular mini flows and fun shapes, and then you can challenge us on them or even create your own variations and challenge us back!
Who will reign supreme?
Available in-person and virtually!
Free for current Aurora Life Sports members and their one partner. We absolutely love having full classes this year and the continual energy and positive vibes means the world to us. You have made our Tuesday and Thursday evenings the highlights of our week and we can’t thank you enough. So, this one is on us.
Cost: Non-Members are $15 each
𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲: Friday, February 14th
𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞: 18h00-19h00 (6:00pm-7:00pm) EST
𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: North Augusta Community Hall (8115 Mills St. North Augusta, ON) and virtually.
If the currently organized date, time and/or location does not work for you but you are interested in participating and have a group of 6 or more people- You can request a private group session and we will work with you to set that up!
Date Night: Honey Themed Partner Yoga
Experience a one-of-a-kind Partner Yoga Date Night at Smirlholm Honey Farm and Apiary (Morewood) on Friday, July 12th, from 17h00-20h30 (5:00pm-8:30pm) EST where you can unwind, connect, and deepen your bond with your partner while experiencing a culinary adventure. This event offers a unique local honey sampling experience, a delectable charcuterie box from Simply Baked Catering, and an exquisite Smokie Ridge Vineyard cocktail crafted with local honey, spices, and fruit. Join us and indulge in relaxation, connectivity, and a perfect blend of flavors and togetherness.
Agenda:
17h00-17h30 (5:00pm-5:30pm): arrival, set-up, and partner yoga introduction (Aurora Life Sports)
17h30-19h00 (5:30pm-7:00pm): partner yoga session (Aurora Life Sports)
19h00-19h30 (7:00pm-7:30pm): charcuterie box and cocktail introductions and distribution (Simply Baked Catering and Smokie Ridge Vineyard)
19h30-20h30 (7:30pm-8:30pm): Bee colony, observation hive, and pollination overview with a honey tasting option (Smirlholm Farms). Bar will remain open (Smokie Ridge Vineyard).
Bonus Gifts: All couples or pairs who sign up, will be given one free:
cocktail, beer, or glass of wine
pass for two (2) to the farm’s “Soak Up the Sunflowers” (July 27th and 28th) or “Bee Amazed” (August 3rd and 4th) event
jar of wildflower honey
Cost: $145.00 + HST per pair/couple
Rain Date: Saturday, August 3rd
Capacity Limitations: Spots are limited to 15 couples/pairs
Minimum Number of Participants to Run This Event: 8 couples/pairs (minimum of 16 people)
Note: If you prefer to register and pay by e-transfer, please contact laura@auroralifesports.com
What to Wear:
comfortable clothing that you feel free to move around it
well fitted, safe, walking shoes
layers as the sun will be setting closer to the end of the evening
weather appropriate accessories (hat, sunglasses etc.)
What to Bring:
yoga mat if you have one (we will have mats available as well)
water and snack
if desired:
small towel to wipe your feet on
camera and/or notebook
bug spray and/or sunscreen
Parking: There are parking spots upon entrance to the property. These parking spots are about 500 meters from the location where we will be hosting the event. Please arrive early (17h00/5:00pm) so that you have enough time to take your time and enjoy the sights, sounds, and smells during the walk in.
Physical Prerequisites:
Must be able to sit comfortably on, and get up from the ground.
No current or history of back, shoulder, neck, hip, ankle, or any other injuries.
Smirlholm is an outdoor working farm therefore the ground is naturally uneven and there are tree roots, culverts, gravel passthroughs etc. that would normally be expected in such an environment. Please ensure you are comfortable in this type of setting.
Smirlholm is also a fully functioning apiary therefore there are bees out and about and we will also be surrounded by gorgeous wildflowers, soybeans, grasses, trees, alfalfa patches and other allergens. Please ensure you are comfortable working in and around bees, pollen, flowers, grasses, scents etc. (e.g. allergies).
Cancellation Policy:
Since this is an outdoor event, we will revert to our selected rain date (Saturday, August 3rd) if:
Environment Canada issues either a special weather statement, watch, or warning for the area 24 hours in advance of the event date
an unfortunate unforeseen situation arises (e.g. fire, fallen trees, etc.)
The minimum number of registrants hasn’t been reached 48 hours in advance of the event date
In the unlikely event that the rain date also gets cancelled, all participants will receive a full refund.
About the Evening:
This special, adult only, event will be a relaxing night out with your significant other, a friend, or that special someone. The evening will begin with a short (approximately 500 meter) walk down a gravel road that separates the growing sunflowers, bee hives, and barn from the soybean field from the parking to the event site. The team will greet guests at the event site to help you register and set-up for the evening. We will then spend about an hour and a half flowing with our partners and discovering the power of synchronized breathing and harmonizing body postures through a guided partner yoga, relaxation-focused yoga sequence. After, Simply Baked Catering and Smokie Ridge Vineyard will provide a short introduction to the second portion of the evening. Couples/pairs will then be able to take their time to savour the items in the charcuterie box as well as the Smokie Ridge Vineyard’s handcrafted cocktails and locally brewed wine and beer bar.
As the evening ends, we will have the opportunity to sample a variety of delicious all natural, unpasteurized, honey products produced onsite at Glenn and Lisa’s family farm. As an added benefit, not only is this local honey delicious, but they also extract it directly from the hives themselves, without the use of high temperature or pressurized filtering systems. So, all of the honey’s naturally healthy properties remain intact.
About the Providers:
Aurora Life Sports: A yoga company that was launched as a small giveback mechanism to support and promote movement and expressive connection in every day habits. They provide Hatha, Vinyasa, Yin, and Partner yoga classes, workshops and events.
Smirlholm Farm: A family-run working agriculture farm and apiary. They are members of the Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association, participants in the Operation Pollinator Program, and cultivate the most beautiful sunflower and native wildflower fields.
Simply Baked Catering: A local bakery that takes pride in offering quality products and excellent service at competitive prices.
Smokie Ridge Vineyard: A local vineyard that values craftmanship and innovation in their winemaking and trust and integrity in their relationships with customers.
How this Event Materialized
We first met Glenn a few years ago when we brought our children to Smirlholm Farm. We had the good fortune that day of getting a full overview, from Glenn himself, of the Queen Bee and her colony in their viewing hive. The passion and dedication given to this small, non-commercialized, sustainable apiary was so evident in the delivery of this overview that it transformed this single event into a memory we recall frequently. This farm personally oversees and carefully maintains all of their productive hives and the surrounding landscape that supports them. The result? Space available to take a short break away from commitments, demands, noisy notifications, and interruptions. The colour combinations of native Dundas wildflowers and the sound of them swaying in the breeze, the magnificent golden yellow of iconic sunflowers contrasted with their dark centers and the orange halo of the sunset, and the sight of the bees’ communicative dance as they forage in alfalfas, sweet clovers, sunflowers, and wildflowers to collect nectar and pollen produces both the most magnificent sweetness as well as an intensively welcome respite that is unforgettable.
Fast forward a few years and, by chance, our families entwined again. This led to the discovery of the mutual interest to collaborate and provide a not yet experienced event in this dynamic community.
If the currently organized date, time and/or location does not work for you but you are interested in participating and have a group of 6 or more people- You can request a private group session and we will work with you to set that up!
Date Night: Flower Themed Partner Yoga
Join us for a memorable Partner Yoga Date Night and discover the art of connection and reciprocity through this unique event at Smirlholm Honey Farm and Apiary (Morewood) on Friday, July 5th, from 17h00-20h30 (5:00pm-8:30pm) EST! Immerse yourselves in a rejuvenating yoga session that cultivates deeper unity between both your partner and nature. Following the partner yoga, Ganden Gardens and Smokie Ridge Vineyard take over the evening to provide you with the opportunity to design your own stunning floral arrangement using a selection of handpicked local blooms and foliage while you experience the exquisite medley of local honey, spices, and fruit in a cocktail crafted right here in our area. We’d love to have you come and be part of this evening of creativity and indulgence that will treat your senses with luxurious local offerings.
Agenda:
17h00-17h30 (5:00pm-5:30pm): arrival, set-up, and partner yoga introduction (Aurora Life Sports)
17h30-19h00 (5:30pm-7:00pm): partner yoga session (Aurora Life Sports)
19h00-19h15 (7:00pm-7:15pm): bouquet bar and cocktail introductions (Ganden Gardens and Smokie Ridge Vineyard)
19h15-20h30 (7:15pm-8:30pm): bouquet bar arrangements and cocktail (Ganden Gardens and Smokie Ridge Vineyard)
Bonus Gifts: All couples/pairs who sign up, will take home their bouquet as well as be given one free:
cocktail, beer, or glass of wine
pass for two (2) to the farm’s “Soak Up the Sunflowers” (July 27th and 28th) or “Bee Amazed” (August 3rd and 4th) event
jar of wildflower honey
Cost: $170.00 + HST per pair/couple/pair
Rain Date: Saturday, July 27th
Capacity Limitations: Spots are limited to 15 couples/pairs (maximum of 30 people)
Minimum Number of Participants to Run This Event: 9 couples/pairs (minimum of 18 people)
Note: If you prefer to register and pay by e-transfer, please contact laura@auroralifesports.com
What to Wear:
comfortable clothing that you feel free to move around in
well fitted, safe, walking shoes
layers as the sun will be setting closer to the end of the evening
weather appropriate accessories (hat, sunglasses, etc.)
What to Bring:
yoga mat if you have one (we will have mats available as well)
water and snack
if desired:
small towel to wipe your feet on
camera and/or notebook
bug spray and/or sunscreen
Parking: There are parking spots upon entrance to the property. These parking spots are about 500 meters from the location where we will be hosting the event. Please arrive early (17h00/5:00pm) so that you have enough time to take your time and enjoy the sights, sounds and smells during the walk in.
Physical Prerequisites:
Must be able to sit comfortably on, and get up from the ground.
No current or history of back, shoulder, neck, hip, ankle, or any other injuries.
Smirlholm is an outdoor working farm therefore the ground is naturally uneven and there are tree roots, culverts, gravel passthroughs etc. that would normally be expected in such an environment. Please ensure you are comfortable in this type of setting.
Smirlholm is also a fully functioning apiary therefore there are bees out and about, and we will be working hands-on with flowers and foliage and surrounded by gorgeous wildflowers, soybeans, grasses, trees, alfalfa patches and other allergens. Please ensure you are comfortable working in and around bees, pollen, flowers, grasses, scents etc. (e.g. allergies).
Cancellation Policy:
Since this is an outdoor event, we will revert to our selected rain date (Saturday, July 27th) if:
Environment Canada issues either a special weather statement, watch, or warning for the area 24 hours in advance of the event date
an unfortunate unforeseen situation arises (e.g. fire, fallen trees, etc.)
The minimum number of registrants hasn’t been reached 75 hours in advance of the event date
In the unlikely event that the rain date also gets cancelled, all participants will receive a full refund.
About the Evening:
The evening will begin with a short (approximately 500 meter) walk down a gravel road that separates the growing sunflowers, bee hives, and barn from the soybean field from the parking to the event site. The team will greet guests at the event site to help you register and set-up for the evening. We will then spend about an hour and a half flowing with our partners and discovering the power of synchronized breathing and harmonizing body postures through a guided partner yoga, relaxation-focused yoga sequence. After, Ganden Gardens and Smokie Ridge Vineyard will provide a short introduction to the second portion of the evening. Couples/pairs will then be able to take their time to explore both of the Ganden Gardens interactive flower bar to create a unique and personalized bouquet as well as Smokie Ridge Vineyard’s handcrafted cocktails and locally brewed wine and beer bar.
This fun, interactive, designed for all levels experience is perfect for couples looking for an organic experience in unity with nature, the bees and create lasting memories together.
About the Providers:
Aurora Life Sports: A yoga company that was launched as a small giveback mechanism to support and promote movement and expressive connection in every day habits. They provide Hatha, Vinyasa, Yin, and Partner yoga classes, workshops and events.
Smirlholm Farm: A family-run working agriculture farm and apiary. They are members of the Ontario Soil and Crop Improvement Association, participants in the Operation Pollinator Program, and cultivate the most beautiful sunflower and native wildflower fields.
Ganden Gardens: A mother-daughter run sustainable and eco-conscious floral farm that grows a variety of annuals, perennials, shrubs, and trees.
Smokie Ridge Vineyard: A local vineyard that values craftmanship and innovation in their winemaking and trust and integrity in their relationships with customers.
How this Event Materialized:
We first met Glenn a few years ago when we brought our children to Smirlholm Farm. We had the good fortune that day of getting a full overview, from Glenn himself, of the bee colony and farm itself. The passion and dedication given to this small, non-commercialized, sustainable apiary was so evident in the delivery of this overview that it transformed this single event into a memory we recall frequently. This farm personally oversees and carefully maintains all of their productive hives and the surrounding landscape that supports them. The result? Space available to take a short break away from commitments, demands, noisy notifications, and interruptions. The colour combinations of native Dundas wildflowers and the sound of them swaying in the breeze, the magnificent golden yellow of iconic sunflowers contrasted with their dark centers and the orange halo of the sunset, and the sight of the bees’ communicative dance as they forage in alfalfas, sweet clovers, sunflowers, and wildflowers to collect nectar and pollen produces both the most magnificent sweetness as well as an intensively welcome respite that is unforgettable. Although the sunflowers specifically won’t be in full bloom in time for this event, you will be able to see them as they begin to shoot into their budding state.
Fast forward a few years and, by chance, our families entwined again. This led to the discovery of the mutual interest to collaborate and provide a not yet experienced event in this dynamic community.
If the currently organized date, time and/or location does not work for you but you are interested in participating and have a group of 6 or more people- You can request a private group session and we will work with you to set that up!
Date Night: Transition to Summer Themed Partner Yoga
Embrace the start of summer with your partner, friend, or significant other in our beginner friendly, adult-only, one-and-a-half hour (1.5 hour), relaxing Partner Yoga Date Night on Friday, June 21st at Therien Martial Arts and Fitness in Winchester. Celebrate the successful completion of another year as you move together through a refreshing yoga session that will leave you feeling accomplished, rejuvenated, and ready to embark on an exciting summer season together. Don't miss out on this opportunity to strengthen your bond and kickstart your summer wellness journey.
Cost: $40 per couple ($20 per person)
If the currently organized date, time and/or location does not work for you but you are interested in participating and have a group of 6 or more people- You can request a private group session and we will work with you to set that up!
Hip Mobility Workshop - Roebuck
Enhance your overall mobility and performance with our Hip Mobility Workshop on Saturday, April 27th, from 10h00-12h00 EST @ the North Augusta Community Hall. Our interactive class will teach you how to improve your range of motion, flexibility, and strength around your hips through an understanding of anatomy and dynamic exercises, benefiting both fitness enthusiasts and those who spend long periods of time sitting or standing.
Date Night in North Augusta: Partner Yoga
We are thrilled to introduce a partner yoga date night at the North Augusta Community Hall on Saturday, April 13th, from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM EST. This exclusive event, reserved for adults, offers a serene evening with your significant other or a special friend. The session will begin with couple's breathing exercises and tranquil interlinked poses that foster trust, harmony, and unity. This class is ideal for duos at any experience level looking for an enjoyable, healthful, and calming way to spend time together. Come join us in cultivating connection, establishing equilibrium, and enhancing intimacy through conscious movement and breathwork.
Cost: A$50.00 + HST ($56.50) per pair/couple
Capacity Limitations: Spots are limited to 8 couples/pairs (16 people total)
Minimum Participation: A minimum of 4 couples are required to run this event (8 people total)
Registration Notes:
Only 1 registration is required for the pair/couple (2 people)
If you don’t want to pay be credit card, that’s no problem at all. please email laura@auroralifesports.com for alternative options!
If the currently organized date, time and/or location does not work for you but you are interested in participating and have a group of 6 or more people- You can request a private group session and we will work with you to set that up!
SOLD OUT! Waitlist additions only - Introduction to Yoga (6 session package)
SOLD OUT! Waitlist additions only - North Augusta Introduction to Yoga (6 class pack)
Date Night: Valentine's Themed Partner Yoga
We are hosting a special Valentine’s Day date night @Therien Martial Arts & Fitness Center (North Dundas) on Friday, February 16th, from 18h30-20h00 EST. This special, adult only, 1.5 hour class will be a relaxing night out with a friend or that special someone. Transform your connection and discover sacred union as you become one with your partner through duo breathing and body positions.
Note: We will top off this class with a social afterwards so plan to stay!
If the currently organized date, time and/or location does not work for you but you are interested in participating and have a group of 6 or more people- You can request a private group session and we will work with you to set that up!
Millimeter Challenge 2024 Hip Mobility Workshop #1: Splits Baseline
This year, we are starting a “Millimeter Challenge” series, starting with our hips. On Sunday, February 11th, from 13h00-15h00 EST @North Dundas District High School (Room #130), we are going to host Workshop #1 to assess our hip mobility baseline. We will provide you with a booklet and talk through key concepts and basic anatomy, progress through a hip-focused yoga flow while tracking thoughts, opinions, sensations and dimensions (if desired), and close with free time so that you can capture a few photos of yourself (if desired). You will leave with a great overview of your current state. Throughout the year, we have planned follow-up workshops to track your progress, fun events and mini- challenges that you can participate in. 2024 is all hips!