Experiences
My 'IN' to yoga opened up 32 years ago, when I began to awaken to self-healing and inner connection. I was introduced to Hatha Yoga and meditation during an extended stay at Muktananda's (Gurumayi's) ashram in the sacred Tansa Valley, in Maharashtra, India in my 20's... and touched on it over the years through my continuing yoga practice. Something changed in me when I took the time to breathe deeper into my being through a daily practice. I was able to begin releasing old wounds, and feel renewed on a daily basis. I was able to move through my day feeling more balanced and grounded.
Currently I am co-owner/studio manager and teaching yoga classes at Studio Nine in Camrose, AB
These classes are great for anyone wanting to explore and move their bodies. In these current times we can hold a lot of stress in our system, and through the practice of yoga, those areas of stress are able to release. This creates more space in the body and mind for ease, calmness and well-being.
Private sessions provide you with a safe container of undivided attention and exquisite care. Allow me to guide you through a one hour solo practice of either hatha, kundalini or yin yoga (the choice is yours!) These private sessions can be crafted to suit your needs and your level.
These classes are wonderful for seniors, or anyone who feels limited in flexibility. There is the assurance of being supported by the chair, and the poses are gentle & invigorating. You are encouraged to listen to your body and move according to where you're at on a physical level, slowly evolving over time.
Main Services
Classes and specialties
Current classes
specialties
Himalayan Kundalini Yoga
Hatha/Vinyasa Yoga
Yin Yoga
Chair Yoga
Breathwork
Meditation
Ayurveda & Wellness Consulting
Thank you Leah, your classes have given me a much higher quality of life and I'm so grateful I practice yoga.
- Susie A.
Testimonials
I love taking yoga with Leah. She has such a deep understanding of yoga on such intricate levels, that it has opened up fresh vistas to consider. The subtleties of her words and her use of pranayamas & mudras is profound.
- gwen w.
I absolutely love the classes with Leah, she knows exactly what I need every time. She truly is such an amazing teacher and I can’t wait to do 3 classes a week with her.
- christine L.
schedule
Mondays: New Norway 10:00-11:00am
Tuesdays: Studio Nine classes
& Camrose Senior Center 10:30-11:30am
Wednesdays: Studio Nine classes
& Ferintosh 5:00-6:00pm
Thursdays: Studio Nine classes
Contact
Leah Marie Serna (E-RYT 200)
Yoga Instructor/Studio Manager
New Norway, AB
Text: 780-885-9947
Email: leahmarieserna@gmail.com
Gentle Yoga Community Classes
Gentle yoga is slower moving, yet refreshing! We will be mindfully connecting with the breath, and gently building more strength and flexibility in the body. These classes are a mix of hatha & vinyasa yoga.
New Norway - Old Fire Hall
Apr 29 - Jun 10 (no class May 20) | 6 week session
Mondays 10:00am - 11:00am
Ferintosh - Hi-U
May 1 - Jun 5 | 6 week session
Wednesdays 5:00pm - 6:00pm
12.00 drop-in or 70.00/session (cash on arrival or send e-transfer to leahmarieserna@gmail.com)
Please bring your own yoga mat, water bottle, a pillow to sit on, a blanket and two yoga blocks.
Senior Chair Classes
Chair yoga is a fantastic way to stay active and healthy, especially for seniors looking to enhance their overall well-being. By incorporating gentle movements and stretches while seated, individuals can reap the benefits of improved flexibility, better posture, and increased relaxation.
Apr 23 - Jun 11 | 8 week session
Tuesdays 10:30-11:30am
Contact the Camrose Senior Centre at 780-672-7022 to secure your spot, or just drop in (5$ per class)
Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to prioritize your physical and mental wellness in a welcoming and supportive environment. Visit www.camroseseniorcentre.com for more information.
Private Sessions
Regardless of whether you are a beginner or advanced yoga student, I can help you with:
- Stress reduction
- Learning meditation
- Breathwork practices
- Learning yoga poses
- Developing a custom at-home practice tailored for your needs
- Gaining confidence to join the group classes
Sessions may be held at your home, or online. Contact me so we can discuss setting up a time, and what type of class you are interested in booking.
Email me at leahmarieserna@gmail.com to set up your appointment.
E-transfers can be sent to this email as well.
background (RYT 500, e-RYT 200)
- Yoga and Ayurveda Wellness Consultant (July 1, 2021 completed a 300 hr online course with Dr. David Frawley in Yoga, Ayurveda, Mantra and Meditation, an in-depth, comprehensive course on Raja Yoga and Yogic Ayurveda).
- Hatha yoga, meditation, breathwork and Himalayan Kundalini Kriya yoga (200 hrs online with Sattva Yoga Academy, based in Rishikesh India).
- Yin Yoga (January 2017, completed 300 hrs with Aura Wellness Center and trained in person in May 2017 with Bernie Clark and Diana Batts and online with Sarah Powers).
Practicing and teaching prāṇāyāma (breathing techniques) has become a very important aspect of my offerings. Utilizing the breath creates a sense of calm and balance when necessary, and also ignites an inner fire, moving prāṇa or energy throughout the different centers of the body. Through my own daily practice, I discover over and over the true meaning of honouring my body, and it becomes complete with the nourishment of healthy food! Nutrition goes hand-in-hand with Yoga (I also graduated as a Certified Holistic Nutritional Consultant from the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition in 2011).