stream yoga+ meditation
Meditation Series
July 26, 2020 - We are continuing to offer online classes through August, along with occasional in-person outdoor workshops and impromptu 'pop-up' Yoga on the Lawn sessions. For details about our current schedule, please visit our Online page.
We are currently preparing for socially-distanced classes in the Hut to begin in September. To receive notification when the new schedule is released, be sure you are on our mailing list (you can sign up by filling out the form near the bottom of this page).
Join us for guided meditations, instructions (dharma) and encouragement for creating a daily at-home meditation practice.
Classes are offered in a series but can also be considered to be ‘self-contained.’ Especially if you have come to previous series with us, and/or you are looking for a community (sangha) to meditate with — it’s certainly appropriate to simply ‘come when you can.’
Meditations on the Lawn
Meditations on the Lawn
3-week meditation series
Wednesday Evenings | 6:30-7:30pm
August 12, 19, 26, 2020
IN-PERSON + ONLINE COURSE HOSTED BY
Stream Yoga + Meditation, 819 Weaver Rd, Port Colborne
Join us for these weekly sessions, designed to help you start and/or support a regular at-home meditation practice. Learn and gain confidence with mindfulness habits that can transform your life.
In these ongoing Wednesday sessions, we investigate Buddha’s traditional teachings (dharma) in a way that is modern, simple, nondogmatic and practical; with a clear view to the ways in which we can use meditation and mindfulness to free our minds in the midst of our busy and stressful lives.
A simple joy is available to us any time that we can relax — regardless of our external conditions. In fact, learning to relax and be still may be the single most important thing we can do to improve our life, our relationships and ultimately our world.
Dates
August 12, 19, 26, 2020
Cost
$15 drop-in per class (includes HST) or
purchase a Stream class pass (passes can be used for any weekly class, yoga or meditation)
For more information please email hello@gentlydownthestream.org, call 905.401.YOGA (9642) or text Heather at 519.400.7862.
What to bring/wear/expect?
We’ll be sitting outdoors on the lawn, practicing social distancing. Due to the coronavirus, the studio is no longer able to offer blankets, block, cushions or any props for the time being. Please bring your own blanket and cushion for comfort. You may wish to bring a yoga mat and/or lawn chair. Whatever you will need to be comfortable.
No special clothing is required, but it’s good to be comfortable, so please avoid restrictive clothing.
The yoga Hut will be open for use of the bathroom and water.
Can I drop in for one or two sessions only?
Yes! Classes are offered in a series but can also be considered to be ‘self-contained.’ Especially if you have come to previous series with us, and/or you are looking for a group of like-minded people to meditate with — it’s certainly appropriate to simply ‘come when you can.’ Drop-in fee is $15 (includes HST).
Other questions?
Please email hello@gentlydownthestream.org, call 905.401.YOGA (9642) or text Heather at 519.400.7862.
The teacher will be in the ‘zoom room’ 15 minutes before the start of class.
Heather Fenton
Meditation + Yoga Instructor
An Undefended Heart
An Undefended Heart
an 8-week meditation course Wednesday Evenings | 7-8:30pm May 6 – June 24, 2020 ONLINE COURSE HOSTED BY Stream Yoga + Meditation, 819 Weaver Rd, Port Colborne Find the links to join each week on our Online page. “In the practice of our days, to listen is to lean in, softly, with a willingness to be changed by what we hear.” ― Mark Nepo Join us for these weekly sessions, designed to help you start and/or support a regular at-home meditation practice. Learn and gain confidence with mindfulness habits that can transform your life. In these ongoing Wednesday sessions, we investigate Buddha’s traditional teachings (dharma) in a way that is modern, simple, nondogmatic and practical; with a clear view to the ways in which we can use meditation and mindfulness to free our minds in the midst of our busy and stressful lives. A simple joy is available to us any time that we can relax — regardless of our external conditions. In fact, learning to relax and be still may be the single most important thing we can do to improve our life, our relationships and ultimately our world. Dates May 6, 13, 20, 27, June 3, 10, 17, 24, 2020 Cost $15 drop-in per class (includes HST) or purchase a Stream class pass (passes can be used for any weekly class, yoga or meditation) For more information please email hello@gentlydownthestream.org, call 905.401.YOGA (9642) or text Heather at 519.400.7862. What to bring/wear? If you have a meditation cushion or stool that you are accustomed to using, please bring it along. Bolsters, blankets, yoga mats and blocks are available at the studio. No special clothing is required, but it’s good to be comfortable, so please avoid restrictive clothing. Can I drop in for one or two sessions only? Yes! Classes are offered in a series but can also be considered to be ‘self-contained.’ Especially if you have come to previous series with us, and/or you are looking for a group of like-minded people to meditate with — it’s certainly appropriate to simply ‘come when you can.’ Drop-in fee is $15 (includes HST). Other questions? Please email hello@gentlydownthestream.org, call 905.401.YOGA (9642) or text Heather at 519.400.7862.Heather Fenton
Meditation + Yoga Instructor
The Shape of Contentment
The Shape of Contentment
an 8-week meditation course
Wednesday Evenings | 7-8:30pm
March 4 – April 22, 2020
Stream Yoga + Meditation, 819 Weaver Rd, Port Colborne
“Breathing in, I calm body and mind. Breathing out, I smile.
Dwelling in the present moment I know this is the only moment.”
― Thich Nhat Hanh
How we experience the world depends on the state of our mind. When we are anxious, then people, places and things appear overwhelming, maybe even dangerous. But when we are content, the world appears friendly and safe and life is enjoyable.
Our states of mind are not random. Just like all conditioned phenomena, they are a result of causes and conditions. When the conditions come together in the sky (e.g. moisture, sunlight, perspective), a rainbow will appear to an observer. In the same way, when conditions are right in the mind (e.g. integrity, effort, wisdom), contentment will arise.
What does this mean? It means we can shape our experience. We can create conditions for contentment, for ease, for acceptance, joy, love, compassion, generosity, wisdom… we can live more fully + freely.
Join us for these weekly sessions, designed to help you start and/or support a regular at-home meditation practice. Learn and gain confidence with mindfulness habits that can transform your life.
In these ongoing Wednesday sessions, we investigate Buddha’s traditional teachings (dharma) in a way that is modern, simple, nondogmatic and practical; with a clear view to the ways in which we can use meditation and mindfulness to free our minds in the midst of our busy and stressful lives.
A simple joy is available to us any time that we can relax — regardless of our external conditions. In fact, learning to relax and be still may be the single most important thing we can do to improve our life, our relationships and ultimately our world.
Dates
March 4, 11, 18, 25, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 2020
Cost
$96* (includes HST) for the 8-week series (or $15 drop-in per class); you can also drop-in any time using any of our Stream Yoga class passes.
*This price is offered to cover the dates for the current 8-week series only. However, if you purchase a 5- 10- or 20-class yoga pass you can come to any yoga or meditation class (including these and any future series).
For more information please email hello@gentlydownthestream.org, call 905.401.YOGA (9642) or text Heather at 519.400.7862.
What to bring/wear?
If you have a meditation cushion or stool that you are accustomed to using, please bring it along. Bolsters, blankets, yoga mats and blocks are available at the studio. No special clothing is required, but it’s good to be comfortable, so please avoid restrictive clothing.
Can I drop in for one or two sessions only?
Yes! Classes are offered in a series but can also be considered to be ‘self-contained.’ Especially if you have come to previous series with us, and/or you are looking for a group of like-minded people to meditate with — it’s certainly appropriate to simply ‘come when you can.’ Drop-in fee is $15 (includes HST).
Other questions?
Please email hello@gentlydownthestream.org, call 905.401.YOGA (9642) or text Heather at 519.400.7862.
Heather Fenton
Meditation + Yoga Instructor
2020 Vision
2020 Vision
an 8-week meditation course
Wednesday Evenings | 7-8:30pm
January 8 – February 26, 2020
Stream Yoga + Meditation, 819 Weaver Rd, Port Colborne
“Happiness is a habit ― cultivate it.”
― Elbert Hubbard
Find your focus for the year ahead. Join us for these weekly sessions, designed to help you start and/or support a regular at-home meditation practice.
Learn and gain confidence with mindfulness habits that can transform your life.
In these ongoing Wednesday sessions, we investigate Buddha’s traditional teachings (dharma) in a way that is modern, simple, nondogmatic and practical; with a clear view to the ways in which we can use meditation and mindfulness to free our minds in the midst of our busy and stressful lives.
A simple joy is available to us any time that we can relax — regardless of our external conditions. In fact, learning to relax and be still may be the single most important thing we can do to improve our life, our relationships and ultimately our world.
Dates
January 8, 15, 22, 29, February 5, 12, 19, 26, 2020
Cost
$96 (includes HST) for the 8-week series (or $15 drop-in per class); you can also drop-in any time using any of our Stream Yoga class passes.
Pre-register by email hello@gentlydownthestream.org, call 905.401.YOGA (9642) or text Heather at 519.400.7862.
What to bring/wear?
If you have a meditation cushion or stool that you are accustomed to using, please bring it along. Bolsters, blankets, yoga mats and blocks are available at the studio. No special clothing is required, but it’s good to be comfortable, so please avoid restrictive clothing.
Can I drop in for one or two sessions only?
Yes! Classes are offered in a series but can also be considered to be ‘self-contained.’ Especially if you have come to previous series with us, and/or you are looking for a group of like-minded people to meditate with — it’s certainly appropriate to simply ‘come when you can.’ Drop-in fee is $15 (includes HST).
Other questions?
Please email hello@gentlydownthestream.org, call 905.401.YOGA (9642) or text Heather at 519.400.7862.
Who is facilitating the sessions?*
Heather Fenton
Meditation + Yoga Instructor
Heather first met with Buddhist teachings in the Fall of 2000, and has since spent her time avidly exploring the nature of mind.
*a note on ‘Who is facilitating the sessions?’
This 8-week course has been organized and will be overseen by our regular meditation teacher, Heather Fenton, who will kick off the first session January 8th. Heather will be on maternity leave (starting mid-January) but close at hand to provide guidance to a handful of senior students who have been practicing meditation regularly here at Stream for the past 2-3 years. These senior students will guide the weekly sessions and group discussions.
Open Heart, Open Mind
Open Heart, Open Mind
a 6-week meditation course
Wednesday Evenings | 7-8:30pm
November 6 – December 11, 2019
Stream Yoga + Meditation, 819 Weaver Rd, Port Colborne
“If you let go a little, you will have a little happiness. If you let go a lot, you will have a lot of happiness. If you let go completely, you will be free.”
― Ajahn Chah
Join us for a 6-week meditation series. In this late Autumn series leading up to the holidays, we will explore practices that open the heart and mind: generosity, forgiveness, love, compassion, joy and equanimity.
In these ongoing Wednesday sessions, we investigate Buddha’s traditional teachings (dharma) in a way that is modern, simple, nondogmatic and practical; with a clear view to the ways in which we can use meditation and mindfulness to free our minds in the midst of our busy and stressful lives.
A simple joy is available to us any time that we can relax — regardless of our external conditions. In fact, learning to relax and be still may be the single most important thing we can do to improve our life, our relationships and ultimately our world.
Dates
November 6, 13, 20, 27, December 4, 11, 2019
Cost
$72 (includes HST) for the 6-week series (or $15 drop-in per class); you can also drop-in any time using your Stream Yoga class passes.
Pre-register by email hello@gentlydownthestream.org, call 905.401.YOGA (9642) or text Heather at 519.400.7862.
What to bring/wear?
If you have a meditation cushion or stool that you are accustomed to using, please bring it along. Bolsters, blankets, yoga mats and blocks are available at the studio. No special clothing is required, but it’s good to be comfortable, so please avoid restrictive clothing.
Can I drop in for one or two sessions only?
Yes! Classes are offered in a series but can also be considered to be ‘self-contained.’ Especially if you have come to previous series with us, and/or you are looking for a group of like-minded people to meditate with — it’s certainly appropriate to simply ‘come when you can.’ Drop-in fee is $15 (includes HST).
Other questions?
Please email hello@gentlydownthestream.org, call 905.401.YOGA (9642) or text Heather at 519.400.7862.
Who is leading the sessions?
Heather Fenton
Meditation + Yoga Instructor
Heather first met with Buddhist teachings in the Fall of 2000, and has since spent her time avidly exploring the nature of mind.
Walking the Path | Sept-Oct 2019
Walking the Path
an 8-week meditation course
Wednesday Evenings | 7-8:30pm
September 11 – October 30, 2019
Stream Yoga + Meditation, 819 Weaver Rd, Port Colborne
“You can’t ever get everything you want. It’s impossible.
Luckily, there is another option: You can learn to control your mind,
to step outside of the endless cycle of desire and aversion.”
― Bhante Gunaratana
Join us for an 8-week meditation series. In this series, we will explore the Buddha’s 8-fold path to happiness. The understanding and practice of these steps (wise view, wise intention, wise speech, wise action, wise livelihood, wise effort, wise mindfulness, wise concentration), offers a path of gradual and reliable relief from our ongoing struggle with the suffering caused by our confusion, greed, and hatred.
We will investigate Buddha’s traditional teachings (dharma) in a way that is modern, simple, nondogmatic and practical; with a clear view to the ways in which we can use meditation and mindfulness to free our hearts and minds in the midst of our busy and stressful lives.
We will spend much of our time together in meditation, but leave time each session for a brief talk and for discussion and Q&A. You will be encouraged to spend time meditating at home between the weekly classes.
A simple joy is available to us any time that we can relax — regardless of our external conditions. In fact, learning to relax and be still may be the single most important thing we can do to improve our life, our relationships and ultimately our world.
Dates
September 11, 18, 25, October 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 2019
Cost
$95 (includes HST) for the 8-week series (or $15 drop-in per class)
Pre-register by email hello@gentlydownthestream.org, call 905.401.YOGA (9642) or text Heather at 519.400.7862.
What to bring/wear?
If you have a meditation cushion or stool that you are accustomed to using, please bring it along. Bolsters, blankets, yoga mats and blocks are available at the studio. No special clothing is required, but it’s good to be comfortable, so please avoid restrictive clothing.
Can I drop in for one or two sessions only?
Yes! Classes are offered in a series but can also be considered to be ‘self-contained.’ Especially if you have come to previous series with us, and/or you are looking for a group of like-minded people to meditate with — it’s certainly appropriate to simply ‘come when you can.’ Drop-in fee is $15 (includes HST).
Other questions?
Please email hello@gentlydownthestream.org, call 905.401.YOGA (9642) or text Heather at 519.400.7862.
Who is leading the sessions?
Heather Fenton
Meditation + Yoga Instructor
Heather first met with Buddhist teachings in the Fall of 2000, and has since spent her time avidly exploring the nature of mind.
Among other sources, we’ll take some inspiration from Bhante Gunarantana’s book 8 Mindful Steps to Happiness: Walking the Buddha’s Path. You may wish to get a copy of the book, but it is not necessary for the enjoyment of the series. You can simply attend sessions, relax and see what is helpful for you.
Summer of Love | July-August 2019
Summer of Love
an 8-week meditation course
Wednesday Evenings | 7-8:30pm
July 10 – August 28, 2019
Stream Yoga + Meditation, 819 Weaver Rd, Port Colborne
In this summer meditation series we will explore a mixed bag of practices for uncovering love, curiosity, light-heartedness and joy. Suitable for new and experienced meditators. Come for the full series, or drop-in to a single class at any time.
In addition to our usual practice of exploring Buddha’s teachings (dharma) in a way that is accessible, simple, nondogmatic and practical; during this 8-week series we will go ‘off road’ a little and sample a few practices from other traditions.
Dates
July 10: Acceptance (Starting where you are)
July 17: Forgiveness (Letting go of Hatred)
July 24: Unplugging + Relaxing (Yoga Nidra – with Julie Boyse)
July 31: Generosity (Letting go of Greed)
August 7: Humility + Laughter (Letting go of I, Me, Mine)
August 14: Re-Joy-Sing! (An Evening of Mantra, Meditation + Kirtan – with Julie Boyse)
August 21: Lovingkindness (Cultivating goodwill and unconditional friendliness)
August 28: Resonant Joy (Finding and increasing joy)
Cost
$95 (includes HST) for the 8-week series (or $15 drop-in per class)
Pre-register by email hello@gentlydownthestream.org, call 905.401.YOGA (9642) or text Heather at 519.400.7862.
What to bring/wear?
If you have a meditation cushion or stool that you are accustomed to using, please bring it along. Bolsters, blankets, yoga mats and blocks are available at the studio. No special clothing is required, but it’s good to be comfortable, so please avoid restrictive clothing.
Can I drop in for one or two sessions only?
Yes! Classes are offered in a series but can also be considered to be ‘self-contained.’ Especially if you have come to previous series with us, and/or you are looking for a group of like-minded people to meditate with — it’s certainly appropriate to simply ‘come when you can.’ Drop-in fee is $15 (includes HST).
Other questions?
Please email hello@gentlydownthestream.org, call 905.401.YOGA (9642) or text Heather at 519.400.7862.
Who is leading the sessions?
Heather Fenton
Meditation + Yoga Instructor
Heather first met with Buddhist teachings in the Fall of 2000, and has since spent her time avidly exploring the nature of mind.
For two of the eight classes, Heather is delighted to have Julie Boyse, of Journey to Balance, joining us. Julie will guide the practice of Yoga Nidra (July 24) and will co-teach with Heather an evening of Bhakti Yoga + Mantra Chanting (August 14):
Julie Boyse
Visiting Instructor
Julie is a Niagara-based yoga and meditation teacher. She loves guiding others to listen to their bodies, and connect with their authentic self…
Resting in Wisdom | May-June 2019
Resting in Wisdom
an 8-week meditation course
Wednesday Evenings | 7-8:30pm
May 1 – June 19, 2019
Stream Yoga + Meditation, 819 Weaver Rd, Port Colborne
“As humans, we are made of non-human elements. Humanity cannot exist by itself alone. Humanity has to inter-be with animals, plants, and minerals. If we remove these non-human elements, there’s no humanity left.
Mother Earth is always taking care of us. When we learn to take care of our body, our feelings, our perceptions, our mental formations, and our consciousness, we are also taking care of Mother Earth.”
―
Join us for an 8-week meditation series. In this series we will look to cultivate resting in wisdom, using practices of relaxation, inner stillness and insight. We will explore Buddha’s traditional teachings (dharma) in a way that is modern, simple, nondogmatic and practical; with a clear view to the ways in which we can use meditation and mindfulness to free our hearts and minds in the midst of our busy and stressful lives.
We will spend much of our time together in meditation, but leave time each session for a brief talk and for discussion and Q&A. You will be encouraged to spend time meditating at home between the weekly classes.
A simple joy is available to us any time that we can relax — regardless of our external conditions. In fact, learning to relax and be still may be the single most important thing we can do to improve our life, our relationships and ultimately our world.
Dates
May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, June 5, 12, 19, 2019
Cost
$95 (includes HST) for the 8-week series (or $15 drop-in per class)
Pre-register by email hello@gentlydownthestream.org, call 905.401.YOGA (9642) or text Heather at 519.400.7862.
What to bring/wear?
If you have a meditation cushion or stool that you are accustomed to using, please bring it along. Bolsters, blankets, yoga mats and blocks are available at the studio. No special clothing is required, but it’s good to be comfortable, so please avoid restrictive clothing.
Can I drop in for one or two sessions only?
Yes! Classes are offered in a series but can also be considered to be ‘self-contained.’ Especially if you have come to previous series with us, and/or you are looking for a group of like-minded people to meditate with — it’s certainly appropriate to simply ‘come when you can.’ Drop-in fee is $15 (includes HST).
Other questions?
Please email hello@gentlydownthestream.org, call 905.401.YOGA (9642) or text Heather at 519.400.7862.
Who is leading the sessions?
Heather Fenton
Meditation + Yoga Instructor
Heather first met with Buddhist teachings in the Fall of 2000, and has since spent her time avidly exploring the nature of mind.
Clarity of Heart | March-April 2019
Clarity of Heart
an 8-week meditation course
Wednesday Evenings | 7-8:30pm
March 6 – April 24, 2019
Stream Yoga + Meditation, 819 Weaver Rd, Port Colborne
“One thing that training in mindfulness can show you is that that which is aware of unpleasant sensation is the same, and feels the same, as that which is aware of pleasant sensation. There really is a kind of equanimity intrinsic to consciousness that can be quite liberating to discover.”
―
Join us for an 8-week meditation series. In this series we will look to cultivate clarity of heart/mind through practices of relaxation, inner stillness and insight. We will explore Buddha’s traditional teachings (dharma) in a way that is modern, simple, nondogmatic and practical; with a clear view to the ways in which we can use meditation and mindfulness to free our hearts and minds in the midst of our busy and stressful lives.
We will spend much of our time together in meditation, but leave time each session for a brief talk and for discussion and Q&A. You will be encouraged to spend time meditating at home between the weekly classes.
A simple joy is available to us any time that we can relax — regardless of our external conditions. In fact, learning to relax and be still may be the single most important thing we can do to improve our life, our relationships and ultimately our world.
Dates
March 6, 13, 20, 27, April 3, 10, 17, 24, 2019
Cost
$95 (includes HST) for the 8-week series (or $15 drop-in per class)
Pre-register by email hello@gentlydownthestream.org, call 905.401.YOGA (9642) or text Heather at 519.400.7862.
What to bring/wear?
If you have a meditation cushion or stool that you are accustomed to using, please bring it along. Bolsters, blankets, yoga mats and blocks are available at the studio. No special clothing is required, but it’s good to be comfortable, so please avoid restrictive clothing.
Can I drop in for one or two sessions only?
Yes! Classes are offered in a series but can also be considered to be ‘self-contained.’ Especially if you have come to previous series with us, and/or you are looking for a group of like-minded people to meditate with — it’s certainly appropriate to simply ‘come when you can.’ Drop-in fee is $15 (includes HST).
Other questions?
Please email hello@gentlydownthestream.org, call 905.401.YOGA (9642) or text Heather at 519.400.7862.
Who is leading the sessions?
Heather Fenton
Meditation + Yoga Instructor
Heather first met with Buddhist teachings in the Fall of 2000, and has since spent her time avidly exploring the nature of mind.
“When you are listening to somebody, completely, attentively, then you are listening not only to the words, but also to the feeling of what is being conveyed, to the whole of it, not part of it.”
Jiddu Krishnamurti
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We'd love to see you take the next step to better physical, mental and emotional health. Get in touch with us today.
Email us at hello@gentlydownthestream.org or call us at 905.401.YOGA (9642) or call/text Heather at 519.400.7862!
