Cindy Boulter Yoga

Cindy Boulter Yoga Are you in Pain? Stuck in a Rut? Do you want to improve your performance or motivated to help yourself live a better life?

Sometimes what we need is another set of eyes to help us see what we're missing, and then we can create change and make gains.

Spirit animals often appear in the quiet moments like on a morning walk, in a dream that lingers (all day), or in a symb...
12/12/2025

Spirit animals often appear in the quiet moments like on a morning walk, in a dream that lingers (all day), or in a symbol that keeps finding you. In yoga and mindfulness traditions, these aren’t accidents. They’re invitations. ✨🌿

Each animal carries its own rhythm and wisdom.
Sometimes we’re drawn to the strength of a bear, the freedom of an eagle, the softness of a deer, or the resilience of a turtle. And often, that pull reflects something awakening within us.

So ask yourself:

Where do you need more courage, patience, grounding, or intuition?
What qualities is your spirit gently asking you to grow into?
What is your inner world mirroring back?

There’s no “right” spirit animal and no assignment to wait for; only the practice of noticing what speaks to your heart and how that energy wants to support you.

If an animal has been showing up for you lately, pause and listen.
It may be offering exactly the reminder you need right now. ✨🌿

We’ll explore this more as we welcome the new year and step into a deeper conversation with our intuition.

cindy xo

✨🌿 Every once in a while, a photo stops you right where you are.This one , taken in Saskatoon all those years ago, does ...
12/11/2025

✨🌿 Every once in a while, a photo stops you right where you are.
This one , taken in Saskatoon all those years ago, does that for me.

The tiny arms, the matching yellow sweatshirts, the way we fit so easily into one another… my heart just melts in the sweetest way. Life looks so different now. Seasons shift, kids grow, we grow. But the tenderness in this moment still lives in my body like it was yesterday.

Here’s to the chapters that shape us, the ones we didn’t know we’d miss, and the quiet gratitude that rises when we look back. 💛

I love you, my darlings xo

✨ Awaken your winter wisdom ✨After some Canadian winters, the kind that teach you resilience, breath control, and how to...
12/11/2025

✨ Awaken your winter wisdom ✨

After some Canadian winters, the kind that teach you resilience, breath control, and how to find stillness in a -25° morning, the cold feels like an old teacher I carry with me.

There’s something powerful about moving with the season instead of against it.

Cold slows us down. It sharpens the mind. It wakes up the nervous system in a way warm weather never could.

From a yogic perspective, winter is a natural invitation into pratyahara — drawing your senses inward.

From a physiological standpoint, cold exposure increases circulation, boosts dopamine, strengthens immunity, and teaches the body how to regulate stress more efficiently.

So when I step onto snow, I’m reminded of all the winters that shaped me:
• The grounding
• The clarity
• The quiet mental strength that only cold can reveal

This season, let movement become a conversation with the elements.
Let breath be your warmth.
Let cold be your teacher.

Come awaken your winter resilience with us, wherever you are.

✨Some days the world feels fast and loud… and the body gently asks us to come back home.This practice (trusting your bre...
12/11/2025

✨Some days the world feels fast and loud… and the body gently asks us to come back home.

This practice (trusting your breath, listening to the quiet cues beneath the surface, softening into your own inner knowing) is where everything begins.
Not in perfection.
Not in force.
But in presence.

When you pause long enough to notice your inhale, to feel your feet, to sense the steadiness that’s been with you all along… something shifts. The nervous system settles. The mind clears. And your truest self has space to rise.

If you need the reminder today:
You are capable of grounding.
You are capable of awakening.
And your body is always on your side.

Come back to your breath.
Come back to yourself.

C I N D Y xo 💛

🧠 Why Your Nervous System Loves Your Yoga PracticeWhen you step onto your mat (even for 5 minutes) you’re doing more tha...
12/01/2025

🧠 Why Your Nervous System Loves Your Yoga Practice

When you step onto your mat (even for 5 minutes) you’re doing more than stretching. You’re giving your nervous system a chance to shift from “fight-or-flight” into “rest-and-digest,” the state where real healing happens.

Here’s how yoga supports your brain + body:

• Breathwork lowers cortisol, helping reduce stress and overwhelm
• Slow mindful movement improves vagal tone (your body’s ability to relax after stress)
• Hip-opening + twisting poses support circulation and emotional release
• Meditation increases gray matter, enhancing focus, clarity, and emotional balance

Your practice isn’t just physical; it’s science-backed self-care.
Take 3 slow breaths with me right now… inhale, soften, release.

✨ A new month, a fresh breath, and a gentle invitation to slow down.December asks us to soften; to choose stillness over...
12/01/2025

✨ A new month, a fresh breath, and a gentle invitation to slow down.

December asks us to soften; to choose stillness over urgency, presence over pressure, and rituals that nourish the body and calm the mind. It’s a month made for long exhales, deeper listening, and coming home to yourself.

As we close out the year, let this be the moment you reconnect with the practices that steady you… and awaken your heart to what’s possible next.

✨ 2026 is calling you into wider horizons, calling for new places, new practices, and a renewed commitment to exploring the world within and beyond your mat.

❄️ Let this be the season you listen inward.
❄️ Let this be the month you return to yourself.
❄️ Let this be the beginning of your next expansion.

And a gentle reminder:

✨ Today is the final day to register for the Madeira Islands Retreat happening May 16–22, 2026.

✨ A $500 deposit per person is required by December 1, 2025 to secure your spot.

What grounding ritual are you bringing into December?

🌿 So much of yoga is learned not in theory, but in the body.A pose lands differently.A cue suddenly makes sense.You feel...
11/28/2025

🌿 So much of yoga is learned not in theory, but in the body.

A pose lands differently.
A cue suddenly makes sense.
You feel something shift, and that’s where real understanding begins.

Our 200 Hr YTT is built around this kind of embodied learning.
You’ll explore anatomy by sensing your own movement patterns, practice trauma-aware cueing, and learn to teach from a place of clarity and lived experience.

✨ Upcoming Training:
📍 River & Stone Yoga
🗓️ Starting January 2026

If you’re ready to deepen your practice and learn to guide others with intention, this is your next step.

🧡 As this Thanksgiving day comes to a close, there’s a special kind of warmth that lingers. The shared meals, the easy c...
11/28/2025

🧡 As this Thanksgiving day comes to a close, there’s a special kind of warmth that lingers. The shared meals, the easy conversations, the quiet moments of simply being together… they become the memories we carry long after the day is over.

Today was a reminder of how nourishing it is to be surrounded by people who see you, support you, and bring light into your life. Friendship is its own kind of yoga — connection, presence, and gratitude woven together.

Whether you spent today around a full table, on a long walk with someone you love, or exchanging messages across the miles… your heart made space for connection. And that’s something to honor.

✨ Here’s to the friends who make us feel grounded and more ourselves, today and every day.

What moment of friendship warmed your heart today?

🌅 There’s something soothing about beginning your day slowly; warm tea in hand, sunlight drifting in, breath settling be...
11/26/2025

🌅 There’s something soothing about beginning your day slowly; warm tea in hand, sunlight drifting in, breath settling before the world gets loud. These quiet moments do more than ground your mood… they support your brain and body in powerful ways.

✨ Why morning rituals matter:

Consistent morning routines help regulate our circadian rhythm, the internal clock that influences our energy, mood, and sleep.

Natural morning light boosts serotonin, improving focus and emotional balance.
And even a few minutes of gentle movement increases blood flow to the prefrontal cortex, enhancing clarity and calm for the day ahead.

In my own practice, morning rituals aren’t about perfection. They’re about presence. A soft beginning that sets a steady tone for everything that follows.

✨ What’s one small thing you love adding to your morning routine?

🌿 There’s something powerful about the way our bodies respond when we move with intention. Whether it’s a slow morning f...
11/25/2025

🌿 There’s something powerful about the way our bodies respond when we move with intention. Whether it’s a slow morning flow or a deep stretch after a long day… our nervous system softens, our breath settles, and space returns.

In yoga, this is called “𝘴𝘰𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘤 𝘢𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴” — the practice of tuning in to the sensations, cues, and wisdom held within the body. When we move mindfully, we shift the body from a sympathetic “𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘱𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘦” toward a parasympathetic “𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘵-𝘢𝘯𝘥-𝘥𝘪𝘨𝘦𝘴𝘵” state. That shift alone can lower tension, improve sleep, and bring us back into balance.

In my classes, movement isn’t just fitness, it’s our 𝘮𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘯𝘦. It's our place to reconnect, recalibrate, and remember that our bodies guide us.

🫶🏼 If you’ve been craving grounding, join us this week for a practice designed to nourish your whole self.

See my full teaching schedule online:
cindyboulteryoga.com/schedule

Join us for an 8-day wellness journey to the breathtaking island of Madeira, Portugal — where lush landscapes meet soulf...
11/24/2025

Join us for an 8-day wellness journey to the breathtaking island of Madeira, Portugal — where lush landscapes meet soulful yoga and mindful exploration.

🧘 From sunrise practices and guided meditation to a sunset Levada walk, a private catamaran adventure, e-bike explorations, and a farm-to-table feast, this retreat is designed to nurture body, mind, and spirit.

🌿 With days spent wandering the vibrant market of Funchal, pedalling through emerald hills, and soaking in the calm of the sea’s horizon, this experience is your invitation to slow down, reconnect, and re-awaken.

🌄 Activity Level: 3 — Average
Perfect for those who enjoy movement and adventure. Some tours may include hiking (including potential higher elevation), biking, SUP, rafting, or kayaking, along with walking on uneven surfaces or for longer periods of time.

👉 Whether you crave stillness, exploration, or a blend of both — our curated retreat offers it all.

✨ Dates: May 16–23, 2026
✨ Location: Madeira Island
✨ Deposit: $500 per person due no later than December 1, 2025

Ready to answer the call of the island? Let’s find your flow together.

🔗 Full itinerary:
cindyboulteryoga.iamfit4travel.com/product/wellness-and-nature-in-madeira?tab=itinerary

✨ New 200-Hour Yoga Teacher TrainingI'm so excited to announce our upcoming 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training, co-taught wi...
11/10/2025

✨ New 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training

I'm so excited to announce our upcoming 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training, co-taught with Theresa Murphy at River & Stone Yoga — beginning this January.

This is a beautifully compact, in-depth program designed for those ready to deepen their practice, explore the art of teaching, and connect with a supportive community of yogis.

Whether you’re called to teach or simply want to journey deeper within, this training will meet you right where you are.

📅 Starts January 3 & 4 weekend — sign up by December 15 to reserve your spot.
🌿 Learn more: https://riverandstoneyoga.com/200-hr-ytt

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Cindy Boulter Yoga

Cindy is committed to helping teachers, students and private clients expand their possibilities through education, movement and self-exploration. She has a deep curiosity about the function of the human body and how it is a barometer for what is going on in the more subtle realms of the mind and the emotions.

She has over 20 years of experience in the fitness industry as an instructor and International presenter. Cindy also has over 16 years of experience teaching yoga and training yoga teachers. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences, has studied extensively with numerous teachers and programs, including Baron Baptiste, Rolf Gates, Shiva Rae, Ana Forrest, Tom Myers, Bo Forbes, and Theresa Murphy.

After studying meditation with Sarah Powers in Thailand and attending silent retreats, she realized her need for a daily meditation practice and how it is essential for her to calm the crazy and create more peace in her life. She has studied Yoga Therapeutics with Dr. Bo Forbes, and she is currently completing the three year IAYT certified Yoga Therapist Program with Susi Hately while studying with Amy Mathews to become a Licensed Somatic Educator with the School of Mind Body Centering.

Cindy’s seminars and workshops have been presented throughout Canada, the US, and Japan. She has assisted and taught classes at Kripalu for Bo’s sessions on Yoga for Anxiety and Depression, and has taught multiple 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Trainings over the past six years.