About The Big Stretch

strengthen your body, nurture your soul and lift your spirit

A small, intimate yoga centre that opened its doors in 1999, The Big Stretch is a warm, welcoming space that offers hatha yoga classes to all age groups. With candles and music, and a small group of instructors, classes are tailored to the dynamics of the group attending. Instructors focus on each student and his or her needs, challenges or injuries. The Big Stretch also offers corporate yoga, workshops and yoga retreats.

Hatha yoga is a gentle, yet effective yoga practice that enhances your health and well-being. The simple breathing, stretching and muscle relaxation techniques relieve various symptoms of stress, including tension headaches, fatigue, anxiety,
back-pain, depression and insomnia.

In our classes, we slow down from our hectic schedules, allowing the breath to flow through the postures. Create balance by uniting opposites - effort and grace, stability and fluidity, strength and softness. Rather than just exercising, we can begin to connect the breath with body and mind, directing our attention inward.

Mats, blankets, bolsters, blocks, straps, zafus and eye pillows are provided for your support, comfort and convenience. Inspiring music and candles, warm, earthy hardwood floors, large windows and soothing blue walls create a gentle and relaxing atmosphere.

"I definitely felt "at home" in the class last week. I slept better, felt stretched in a good way the next day, walked taller and took deeper breaths. All good. Namaste" ~ Marlane Oliver

"So special to be back to in person classes in the Big Stretch studio! feel stretched, sheltered and soothed in the sharing and caring community that you create... ever amazed by your resilience... grateful for your expertise and blessed by your seemingly endless good humour and empathy. Big Stretch is so much more than yoga! Best reindeer regards and wishes." ~ Lucy

"Hi Joanne. I just wanted to tell you how much I am loving Wednesday morning 7am yoga. I go to bed Tuesday night thinking 'oh goodie tomorrow is yoga'. It's a wonderful point in my week and a great way to start the day Wednesday. Just wanted you to know what joy and happiness you bring to my life!" ~ Wendy S.