Overview
Sunlilyoga, directed by Aida Neves (E-RYT500) and Gabriel McMullogh (RYT500), offers yoga classes in Richmond Hill, Ontario, grounded in the Kripalu tradition. Weekly Saturday morning classes from 9:00 to 10:15 am are open to all levels, with an emphasis on postures, breath work, and meditation. Private instruction, corporate and school programs, and yoga therapy are also available. Pricing includes a 5-class pass for $115 plus HST or a drop-in at $35 plus HST. Workshops such as Alignment Principles cater to teachers and advanced students, while playful yoga workshops welcome everyone. Past retreats have taken participants to Southern Portugal. The studio offers a 200-hour yoga teacher training. Students report significant improvements—asthma management, reduced back pain, fewer botox injections for dystonia, and emotional healing. The teaching style is gentle, compassionate, and deeply knowledgeable, with instructors adapting to each individual. Many describe the studio as a space for self-inquiry and transformation, where yoga becomes a tool for life.
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Studio in Details
Overview
Sunlilyoga, located in Richmond Hill, Ontario, is a yoga studio directed by Aida Neves (E-RYT500) and Gabriel McMullogh (RYT500). Rooted in the Kripalu tradition, the studio emphasizes the integration of physical postures, breath work, and meditation to support overall well-being. Sessions are designed to be accessible to students of all ages and conditions, including children, adults, and seniors. The approach is gentle and adaptive, with postures and sequences often customized to individual needs. Beyond regular classes, Sunlilyoga offers corporate and school programs, private yoga instruction, and yoga therapy, reflecting a commitment to bringing yoga into diverse settings.
The studio also hosts workshops and retreats that delve deeper into yoga philosophy and practice. Past retreats have included journeys to Southern Portugal, offering participants an immersive experience in a natural setting. Teacher training programs are another key offering, with a 200-hour training mentioned by long-term students. The teaching style is described as informed by deep anatomical and spiritual knowledge, delivered with compassion and humor.
Classes and Services
Weekly classes include a Saturday morning session from 9:00 to 10:15 am open to all levels. The focus is on learning basic postures, coordinating breath with movement, and developing body awareness. For experienced practitioners, the class offers an opportunity to refine their practice and deepen self-guidance. Pricing is straightforward: a 5-class pass for $115 plus HST, or a drop-in rate of $35 plus HST. Payments can be made by cheque, cash, or e-transfer.
Special workshops are periodically offered. One workshop, “Alignment Principles,” is designed for yoga teachers, 500-hour registrants, or practitioners with at least five years of regular experience. It includes a short yoga class, lecture, and experiential learning over four hours. Another workshop, focused on offering and receiving support in practice, incorporates a playful element and is open to all. These events require advance booking and payment.
Student Experiences
Student testimonials highlight the transformative impact of Sunlilyoga. Many report improvements in physical conditions such as asthma, back problems, and dystonia, noting reduced reliance on medical interventions. Others speak to emotional healing, describing how the practice helped them process sadness and find gratitude. The teaching style is consistently praised as gentle, compassionate, and knowledgeable, with instructors meeting students where they are.
Long-term students emphasize the sense of community and the safe space created during classes. The teacher training program is described as grounding and thorough, equipping participants to teach effectively. Reviews also note that classes are adaptable and that instructors adjust instructions for any skill level. Overall, the studio is regarded as a place for genuine personal growth, both on and off the mat.