Empower ME Yoga

07/07/2025

Come join Marla Ericksen in the natural sanctuary of the Gemmell's greenhouse for some summer yoga. Classes are at 9:30am on Wednesday mornings starting this Wednesday!

xYoga in the Greenhouse with Marla Ericksen An Inclusive Practice for All LevelsWednesdays 9:30a-10:30aGemmell's Garden Centre Smiths FallsSummer Pack: 8 classes $175Drop-in 1 Class: $25Bring your own mat + No props needed. Step into the tranquil oasis of our new greenhouse at Gemmell's Garden Centr...

03/26/2025

I have a couple spots left in a mini-retreat that I am hosting at my home in Carleton Place THIS SATURDAY! I would love to share in some grounding community energy through yoga and meditation. Info below...

Saturday, March 29th
9:30am - 2:30pm
Snacks included
Contribution: $95

To secure your spot, please let me know you would like to come and send along an e-transfer to marla@empowermeyoga.com (auto-deposit enabled). I will confirm your registration as soon as I receive payment.

I'm so excited to be able to host an in-person event and share in the love and light we will generate together.

Namaste,
MARLA

01/07/2025

Is YIN YOGA TEACHER TRAINING on your bucket list? Learn from one of Canada's most celebrated Yin teachers - MARLA ERICKSEN. All the information you need is below...

YIN YOGA Foundation Training & Practice Intensive
ONLINE COURSE with MARLA ERICKSEN

This training is designed to be a comprehensive introduction Yin Yoga. Through intensive practice and study, you will learn the purpose, apply the methods and experience the profound effect that Yin Yoga provides. While exploring the foundational elements of Yin Yoga, you will discover surprising new potentials that exist in your body, mind and heart. Whether you are sharing the practice as a teacher or guiding yourself, you will feel supported with clarity, confidence and competence in your efforts. This training is suitable for ANYONE interested in expanding their understanding of this profound collection of practices in universal balance, human energetics and spiritual evolution. All are welcome.

COURSE INFORMATION
Weekends: Feb 22 & 23 / Mar 8 & 9
Time: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Course Fee: $750.00
30 hours of in-depth practice and study
Livestream online format (opportunity for in-person pending)
Course manual & asana guide
Additional Yin classes with Marla
Class limited to 12 students
30 YACEP® Yoga Alliance credits available

Course Instructor: MARLA ERICKSEN
Marla is one of the first Canadian yogis to be formally trained in Yin Yoga in the esteemed lineage of teachers who first introduced the practice in its popular western expression (Paul Grilley and Sarah Powers). She has been practicing and teaching Yoga for over 25 years. Marla is an integrative wellness professional who teaches, presents and offers retreats through Empower ME Yoga. She is an award-winning fitness presenter and holds E-RYT® 500 and YACEP® designations through Yoga Alliance.

REGISTRATION
For more information regarding the training or to register for the program, please contact Marla directly via email: marla@empowermeyoga.com.

01/02/2025

Marla's WINTER ONLINE YOGA program starts this Sunday... Still time to register!

Marla’s Winter Online Yoga 2025

It’s time to give yourself the gift of Yoga! I have switched the Tuesday evening to Gentle Therapeutic Yoga and the Yin & Yang class will now be Thursday mornings. I have found that many people are dropping off early for the Yin & Meditation class, so I have shortened it slightly. You can choose your favourite class or take the entire program.
If you have any friends that you think could benefit from my program, please feel free to share this information… the more, the merrier!

Here is a brief description of the classes:
• YIN & YANG: Longer held, passive Yin yoga poses combined with brief interludes of Yang movements to ensure balance and harmony on all levels of our being.
• GENTLE YOGA: This class aims to make the practice of yoga accessible and sustainable for everyone while exploring breathwork and various styles of yoga with a gentle approach.
• GENTLE THERAPEUTIC YOGA: A yoga class mindfully practiced with the intention of enhancing strength, endurance, stability and mobility with the intention to optimize functional movement.
• YIN YOGA & MEDITATION: A deep plunge into the practice of stillness and surrender. This is a profound and powerful practice that results in physical regeneration. Concluding with a period of guided meditation ensures an unwinding of stress and recalibration towards peace and serenity.

SCHEDULE: 12 Week Program / January – April 2025
Sundays 3:30 – 4:45pm Yin & Meditation
Tuesdays 7:00 – 8:00pm Gentle Therapeutic Yoga
Thursdays 8:00 – 9:00am Yin & Yang Yoga
Saturday 8:00 – 9:00am Gentle Yoga
* No classes between January 25 - February 7

FEE:
Full Program Flat Rate: $300.00 (~ $6.25/class)
Single Class Rate: $115.00 (~ $9.60/class)

CONTACT
Email me at marla@empowermeyoga.com for information with questions or more information.

12/17/2024

Please join MARLA for a gentle ONLINE yoga class to honor the essence of Winter Solstice. Email Marla directly to register. marla@empowermeyoga.com

Saturday, December 21
3:00 - 5:00pm
Contribution $25

ALL WELCOME

10/01/2024

MINI-RETREAT with MARLA THIS SATURDAY!

Time of seasonal change is a lovely time to gather as a community to let Yoga support us while elevating our personal and collective energy. I am offering an in-person mini-retreat consisting of Gentle Yoga, Yin Yoga, Meditation and Contemplation on Saturday, October 5th from 9:30am - 2:30pm. We will meet at my home in Carleton Place (30 minutes west of Ottawa) for a nurturing day of practice and celebrate the beauty of autumn in a loving community. These days spent together tend to be very nurturing and transformative. Please review the information below and follow the instructions to register.

Saturday, October 5, 2024
9:30am - 2:30pm
Snacks included
Contribution: $95

To secure your spot, please let me know you would like to come and send along an e-transfer to marla@empowermeyoga.com (auto-deposit enabled). I will confirm your registration as soon as I receive payment.

I'm so excited to be able to host an in-person event and share in the love and light we will generate together.

Namaste,
MARLA

09/08/2024

STARTS TODAY!!!
Hi Friends... Allow me to guide you in a nurturing Yin Yoga & Meditation class on Sunday afternoons from 3:30 - 5pm (ET). We start Sept 8th (TODAY!) and conclude on September 15th (classes paused for Oct 20 & 27).
Email me to register: marla@empowermeyoga.com

08/26/2024

Marla’s Fall Online Yoga 2024

The summer has fled by and it is time to gear up for the approaching autumn season. Rather than segmenting the fall program into smaller increments, I have decided to offer one session that takes us through until the holidays. I have tweaked the class types slightly, but all the class times will remain the same. The popular Sunday afternoon Yin & Meditation class is back on… YAY! All classes are live-streaming and in real time via Zoom.

Here is a brief description of the classes:
• YIN & YANG: Longer held, passive Yin yoga poses combined with brief interludes of Yang movements to ensure balance and harmony on all levels of our being.
• GENTLE YOGA: This class aims to make the practice of yoga accessible and sustainable for everyone while exploring breathwork and various styles of yoga with a gentle approach.
• GENTLE THERAPEUTIC YOGA: A yoga class mindfully practiced with the intention of enhancing strength, endurance, stability and mobility with the intention to optimize functional movement.
• YIN YOGA & MEDITATION: A deep plunge into the practice of stillness and surrender. This is a profound and powerful practice that results in physical regeneration. Concluding with a period of guided meditation ensures an unwinding of stress and recalibration towards peace and serenity.

SCHEDULE: 15 Week Program / September 3 – December 19, 2024
Tuesdays 7:00 – 8:00pm Yin & Yang Yoga
Thursdays 8:00 – 9:00am Gentle Yoga
Saturday 8:00 – 9:00am Gentle Therapeutic Yoga
Sundays 3:30 – 5:00pm Yin Yoga & Meditation
*Classes suspended from October 19 – 27 as I will be leading a retreat in Panama

FEE:
Full Program Flat Rate: $325.00
Single Class Rate: $100.00
*Please note that the new fees are reflective of more classes per week and a longer session

CONTACT
Email me at marla@empowermeyoga.com for information with questions or more information.

06/26/2024

YOGA ADVENTURE RETREAT with MARLA in PANAMA
October 20 - 26, 2024 at Catalina’s Hideaway

Panama... Yoga... Ocean... Meditation... Luxury... Jungle... Beach...

Indulge in an incredible week of nurturing Yoga practice and exotic adventure with Marla as your guide the last week of October. This is an exclusive retreat and is almost sold out. I have double, triple and two private accommodation options available. Email marla@empowermeyoga.com for more information.

GET EXCITED… Visit Catalina’s Hideaway – PANAMA https://www.catalinashideaway.com/ and start planning. EMAIL ME IMMEDIATELY if you are interested. Can’t wait!

NEED TO KNOW:
• Exclusive & Intimate Retreat – This retreat is limited to 16 people to ensure an overall peak experience for everyone. We will have the entire resort to ourselves!
• Secluded & Exotic Location – Catalina’s Hideaway is away from the hustle of the city located where land meets sea with tropical private beach and jungle to explore.
• Affordable Luxury & Comfort – That we are visiting Catalina’s Hideaway just before the high season pricing kicks in, makes this “next level” opportunity affordable – even after factoring in the US dollar exchange!
• Explore Panama – You have the freedom to hang out in Panama City or venture to another destination before or after our time together.

06/17/2024

In celebration of Summer Solstice and the corresponding Thunder Full moon I am offering a mini-retreat comprised of Gentle Yoga, Yin Yoga, Meditation and Contemplation on Saturday, June 22 from 10am - 3pm. We will gather at my home in Carleton Place (30 minutes west of Ottawa) for a nurturing day of practice and celebrating the arrival of summer in a loving community. These days together tend to be very nurturing and transformative.

Saturday, June 22, 2024
10:00am - 3:00pm
Snacks included
Contribution: $95

To secure your spot, please let me know you would like to come by emailing me at marla@empowermeyoga.com

05/28/2024

Summer Online Yin Yoga ***STARTS TONIGHT***
Join Marla for a soothing Yin Yoga practice over the summer to combat the heat of this Yang dominant season. Please email Marla directly marla@empowermeyoga.com to register.

04/02/2024

Free on Sunday? Need a Yoga hug? Craving community? I have a couple spots left in my IN-PERSON MINI RETREAT this Sunday, April 7th from 10am - 3:00pm at my home in Carleton Place. I would love to have you join me for a day of nurturing practice featuring Yin Yoga, Meditation and LOVE! The cost for the day is $80. Please email me directly to register: marla@empowermeyoga.com.