Yoga Under the Stars - Hatha Yoga

Join us for an uplifting yoga experience led by our talented yoga instructor, Navjit Kaur, in our indoor tropical water garden oasis at Aquatopia Conservatory. Feel the healing power of our lush greenery and cascading waterfalls. Relax, restore and revitalize your entire being, in our glass enclosed resort-like retreat under the winter night sky. As yoga promotes mindful eating to purify the body and mind, we will compliment your wellness journey with a delicious light vegan snack for everyone to enjoy - all catered in house by our executive chef.

* If you have one, please bring your own yoga mat as we have a limited supply at Aquatopia*

About Hatha Yoga

Feeling out of balance, stressed, or disconnected? Hatha Yoga offers a powerful way to restore harmony between your body, mind, and spirit. This rejuvenating class combines traditional yoga poses, breathwork, and meditation to help you reconnect and find inner peace.

Hatha Yoga is the most widely practiced form of yoga in the West, and its meaning comes from the words "ha" (sun) and "tha" (moon), representing the balance of opposing forces within us. In yoga, the sun and moon are simple representations of our physiology, namely the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems—key players that govern our stress response. This style of yoga works to balance your nervous system—represented as the sun and moon energies in the body, male and female polarities, yin and yang, also left and right sides of the body.

We’ll begin with mindful breathing techniques then move on with physical yoga poses (asanas), designed to prepare the body and mind for meditation. The goal is to ease into a state of meditation—free from physical discomfort or mental distraction. Hatha also means "to exert force"—that real change requires effort. It teaches us that transformation begins when we commit to the work, both in our yoga practice and in our lives.

Through synchronized movement, breath, and brief periods of relaxation, you will develop a deep meditative focus that cultivates unity between body, mind, and spirit. This harmony is the true essence of yoga—a practice that empowers you to restore balance, reduce stress, and achieve inner peace.

Beginners are welcome!

What is provided: 1-2 yoga blocks, a yoga strap, yoga mat (limited quantity)

What to bring: yoga mat, blanket, water bottle, and any other yoga props you prefer

About Navjit Kaur (E-RYT 500 and Lead Yoga Teacher Trainer)

Your guide to balance and healing, Navjit Kaur, is the founder of the award-winning Yoga & Tea Studio—established in Ottawa's Carp Village in 2008. Originally from India but having spent the majority of her life in Canada, Navjit has studied and practiced yoga for over 20 years, integrating the wisdom of both Eastern and Western traditions into her teaching.

As a mother, wife, professional engineer, and entrepreneur, Navjit has spent years navigating the challenges of balancing a full life by staying grounded in her yoga and meditation practice. She passionately shares her knowledge of ancient yoga philosophies and techniques in her classes, to help address issues with stress, health, and relationships.

Navjit has been teaching yoga since 2005 and also leads training programs for aspiring yoga teachers toward their certification. Her teaching approach blends humour and warmth—creating an environment which ensures that everyone, regardless of experience level, can heal, thrive, and excel.

Visit www.YogaAndTea.com to learn more—join our email list to be notified of upcoming events and training.

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