Aware Yoga

Gentle hatha yoga, yin yoga, chair yoga, and guided meditation in Stirling, Ontario
Live, Online, and Video Library

Yoga that is introspective, mindful and S L O W

Be present… Let your body guide you… Move in alignment with your breath… Teaching since 2004, Kellie Dearman is an experienced yoga teacher, specializing in gentle, highly adaptive hatha yoga which is perfect for older bodies, or anyone who desires a mindful style of practice. Kellie began doing yoga herself in her late 30s, in a body that was not naturally flexible. She believes strongly that each person is responsible for their own well-being, and stresses paying attention to the cues of your OWN body over that of an instructor. She begins each class with present moment awareness through grounding and breath, and teaches each pose starting from its basic physical structure, recommending variations from gentler to more advanced, to suit every body. During each class, strong cueing constantly encourages noticing breath, physical sensation and emotional awareness.

Three Ways to Practice with Kellie...

1. STUDIO CLASSES – Join in-person, small group classes in her home studio in Stirling, Ontario, a short drive from Belleville, Trenton, Campbellford and surrounding communities – Perfect for anyone who likes or needs to be in the studio to be dedicated to their practice. Click here for Class Schedule
2. LIVE ONLINE – Join her studio classes via Zoom Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings at 9am – Perfect for those who are not local, or who practice best when they know the teacher is present.
3. VIDEO LIBRARY – Join her membership Video Library, which offers classes in various lengths, from 20minutes to one-hour plus. Classes are available in 8 categories: Beginner, Gentle, Intermediate, Yin Yoga, Chair Yoga, Poses, Meditation, Breathwork. Memberships are available monthly or yearly.

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Join Aware Yoga's Video Library

Here's why you should join!

All Members to Aware Yoga’s Video Library will receive full access to a growing selection of gentle hatha classes of varying lengths , a growing selection of pose specific instructions, yin yoga closes, chair yoga classes, and a variety of guided meditation practices including breath-based practices, visualizations and a number of different approaches to yoga nidra.
Brand New to Yoga? For those who are just starting out, check out the beginner category for a dedicated 1-hour class first, as well as a selection of super gentle classes.
Want varying lengths of classes? Many people find that having access to shorter classes makes it easier to make the time for yoga! There are also 45 min, 1 hour and some longer classes for those days or evenings when you just need to really take time for self-care.
Older Body?: Kellie has been working with older adults throughout her teaching career. She generally begins each class working first on mobility. The class increasing in difficultly slowly, with options given to make sure the pose is just right for you. Remember, your body, you’re in charge.
Specialized Sequences: This video library also includes specialized sequences for lower back issues, hips, arms, shoulders and core strengthening.
Guided Meditation: You’ll find guided practices in Loving Kindness, Visualizations and different versions of Yoga Nidra, a deeply relaxing practice
Breathwork: A selection of audio and video classes can help you learn pranayama techniques (breathing practices), like alternate nostril breathing, kapalabhati, ujayi breath, etc.
Trauma Sensitive: always.

Who's the right kind of person to join?

People who love a great deal! At just $20 a month, the cost per class decreases rapidly the more classes you do!
People who love to stay home! Practice yoga in your own space, even in your jammies if you want!
People who are self-motivated to create and stick to their own time and schedule!

Yoga On Demand

In the privacy of your own home

Different Yoga Styles

Choice from Hatha, Yin or Chair

Huge Savings

Incredible Savings over in-person classes

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What People are Saying ...

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"Kellie is an amazing teacher. Her classes are geared to all levels. She explains each yoga position in great detail demonstrating easy to more difficult poses while also explaining the health benefits of each pose."

Michele