The Branches Yoga
29 classes in the next two weeks with 10 facilitators.
29 classes this weekPlus workshops and retreats
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The feel
Compared with the rest of Toronto, The Branches Yoga leans toward Gentle 4.8×, Yoga 4.8× and Flow 4.2×.
How The Branches Yoga feelsStyles, energy and times, against the rest of TorontoWho leads here
Nicole DeNoble10 classes in two weeksCarin Lowerison9 classes in two weeksCarol Kennedy8 classes in two weeksLeslie Stokman7 classes in two weeksEmma Dines6 classes in two weeksWendy Michaud6 classes in two weeks
All 10 facilitatorsPrices and booking
Each class links straight to The Branches Yoga’s own booking page, so the full price goes to the studio and its facilitators.
Prices, memberships and good to knowHow to book, what to bring, getting thereAbout The Branches Yoga
The Branches Yoga sits at 9 Samuel Street in Kitchener, a short distance from the Toronto area and a practice that leans toward strength as much as it does toward yoga. Its schedule spans early mornings and evenings, with most of the week shaped by the morning. The studio keeps a steady rhythm of strength, flow and restorative classes, each named for the way it moves.
It suits you if
- you want strength alongside yoga
- you prefer early morning practice
- you want slow, restorative classes
At a glance
29classes this week
10facilitators
Read more about The Branches YogaStrength and gentle practice, When classes run
Strength and gentle practice
The studio's classes are built around strength. Strength Training appears in two levels, A and B, and Strong classes make up about a third of the timetable alongside Strength itself. Classes like Conditioning and Core and Strength and Flow bring a steady, muscular pace, while Dynamic Flow and Flow and Restore give the movement more shape.
For a gentler counterpoint, Gentle classes take about a fifth of the schedule, with Slow Flow, Slow and Restore and Restorative offering a calmer, more sustained pace. Stretch and Centre and mobility work fill in the rest.
When classes run
Morning classes are the backbone of the week. Sunrise Flow and early starts from 6:30am give the day an unhurried beginning, and about half of all classes run in the morning. Mid-morning slots, especially around 9am and 10am, are among the most common start times, and Thursday, Monday and Friday are the busiest days.
Evenings are the second peak, with about a third of classes starting after work. The latest class begins at 7:45pm, and 7:30pm is a popular start time. Weekend classes make up about a fifth of the schedule.
The Branches Yoga: questions and answers
How long are the classes and when do they start?
Most classes run about 75 minutes, with a handful at 60. Starts range from 6:30am to 7:45pm, and most of the week falls in the morning.
When do most people practice here?
About half of the classes start in the morning, and about a third in the evening. A few run at midday, and about one in ten begin before 9am. The busiest days are Thursday, Monday and Friday, with 10am, 7:30pm and 10:30am among the most common start times.
What kinds of classes are offered?
Strength and strong classes lead, each taking about a third of the schedule. Gentle classes make up about a fifth, and yoga about a fifth as well. Flow classes are about one in ten, with restorative, core and pelvic floor, and mobility and stretch classes in smaller numbers.
Who leads the classes?
Nicole DeNoble, Carin Lowerison and Carol Kennedy teach the most classes at The Branches Yoga, followed by Leslie Stokman and Wendy Michaud. About ten facilitators lead classes across the studio's schedule.
Is it suitable for beginners?
Yes. Several classes are gentle, restorative or slow, such as Slow Flow, Restorative and Slow and Restore, which suit a slower pace. Essentials is a good name to look for when you are starting out.
Do I need a pass to attend?
No pass is needed for the classes listed here, so you can book individual sessions directly with the studio.