Sweet Serenity Yoga

• FREE – First-time guest Virtual Drop-in
• $12+gst – Virtual Class Drop-in
• $49+gst – Access to all our LIVE online classes for 14 days
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To our amazing students,

To call the last week unprecedented is the understatement of our lifetime. While social distancing maybe the word of the year, no member of our community should ever feel alone. At this point, our mental health and well being is more important than ever. With that in mind, Sweet Serenity Yoga and Wellness is happy to announce, will be offering LIVE VIRTUAL CLASSES through Zoom (bookable through Mindbody).

Our classes may look different than normal … as we’ll be substituting mats for carpeted living rooms and in-studio props for at-home alternatives (yes, those cans of beans were a good idea).

Our goal is simple, we want to still your spirits and walk away from this thing with a healthier and stronger mind and body. We will focus on quieting the mind and creating community connections while naturally building our immunities.

Click below for detailed instructions on how to participate:

Virtual Classes

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There is little doubt that the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is affecting every aspect of our lives—from virtual classrooms to telecommuting to early restaurant closing times to outright quarantines. Observing public health measures and reducing exposure to the virus are required to slow the spread of this disease. No one knows how long these virus safety measures will need to stay in place, but it presents a perfect time to protect and improve your health while practicing social distancing. Healthy eating is especially important for keeping your immune system in top condition.

Join our Sweet Serenity Yoga – Digital Village for community connection, a few good laughs and all things health orientated to help support you and yours 💙

We wanted to give you a little update with what we anticipate the next few weeks to look like!

We’ve been monitoring the news about COVID-19 and best safety practices daily. As you may or may not know, BC had announced last Wednesday a gradual restart to the economy and at that time ‘gyms’ or ‘fitness centers’ fell into ‘Phase 3’ of their economic recovery plan. On Friday the Fraser health authority suddenly announced that fitness centers could re-open on May 19th (giving 4 days notice). And, although we weren’t sure when this would be coming, we assure you that we’re prepared here at SSYW and are taking all measures to ensure your health and safety. As you can imagine a lot of work goes into being able to re-open under the hefty new safety guidelines for the “new normal” and we are doing our best to facilitate a smooth transition. As we continue to hear more from the Fraser Health Authority we will provide you with any updates and information about returning to normal operations.

Having said all that we are in the process of creating a written COVID-19 mitigation plan for Worksafe BC with more information forthcoming and will not be opening May 19th but rather have a realistic goal of a June 1st opening (TBA). As of now, we will continue to have live virtual streaming classes.

Your health matters right now more than ever and we will be here to support you every step of the way to help you support your body, mind, and spirit.

As this thing rapidly unfolds, we are compelled to do the socially responsible thing as our concern for the safety of our members and our employees is our top priority!

With so many places of business opting to shut down at this time we had a serious choice to make. Closing our doors when the community needs each other and a place to focus on their health would not have been true to our mission at Sweet Serenity. However, we must look at the bigger picture for the greater good.

With that said it is with the heaviest of hearts that we have made the difficult decision to temporarily CLOSE our doors to accommodate social distancing, Tuesday, March 17th until Tuesday, March 31^st. With plans to re-open on Wednesday, April 1^st! All current active memberships will be automatically extended by two weeks. (No action is required by you).

We would love to continue to support and encourage the health of our community and hold each other accountable by creating a Facebook group where we will post blogs, recipes, and motivational materials. Community is so important right now as “distancing” can create further alienation and other tolls on our mental health. By creating this accountability group, we hope to help us to stay connected!

We’re following the standards set out by our PHAC authorities and in light of these guidelines, we will be offering virtual sessions. Stay tuned for updates on all social media channels for virtual class schedules and videos.

Take this time to intentionally change the trajectory of your health and wellness and we will be here to assist you.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support of our little community studio. You are part of our SSYW family, and we’ll get through this together. ~ Much Love: Jenine

Q&A

When are classes resuming? April 1^st at 9:30am

How will my pass be affected? All active passes will resume regularly scheduled autopays and will receive an extension of two weeks on the end of their pass to accommodate this closure.

What about the challenge? If you are a participant in the 21 in 31days challenge, we will pick up where we left off on April 1^st and continue the challenge through to April 15^th!

Beginner’s Yoga: The last two remaining Yoga 101 classes will be postponed until Tuesday April 7^th and 14^th 7:30-pm-8:30pm.

Workshops: All March workshops are postponed with new dates forthcoming in April.

• Healing sounds of the cosmos – March 22^nd will be postponed (TBA)
• Feelosophy – March 28^th will be postponed (TBA)
• Beginner’s barre will be pushed back to Tuesdays 7:30pm-8:30pm in May

Immune boosting drink:

• 1lb orange or lemon juice
• Thumb size piece of ginger
• ¼ cup honey
• Cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg to taste
• Place all ingredients in a slow cooker or pot on low for 6hours
• Drink warm

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A note from the Yoga Alliance: (link to full article)

Thank you for the service and respite you are offering to your communities during this uncertain time.

The experience of this collective challenge continues to remind us of a truth that we know to be so central to this community: that we are all—truly and unequivocally—intertwined.

It’s with this truth, and our knowledge of how deeply committed you are to your communities, at the front of our minds that we are reaching out. Yoga Alliance has been tracking the spread of the novel coronavirus and its related disease, COVID-19, closely. We have been carefully weighing how best to support our members and their communities and have watched as this disease has followed similar and predictable transmission patterns in each of the places it has taken hold. Along with you, we have been devastated as we have watched it overwhelm the health systems in some cities and countries, such as the announcements we have seen just this weekend, and felt our hopes soar when we have seen transmission rates flatten and remain manageable in others.

It is for this reason, and because we know how deeply committed to your communities you are, that Yoga Alliance is strongly recommending, for communities where social distancing has become required, recommended, or the community norm, that all in-person yoga instruction be canceled until the need for social distancing has passed, at which time we can evaluate the safety of resuming regular or modified practice schedules.

With the torrent of concerns relating to the COVID-19 virus across the globe we felt we needed to proactively address the issue and share with you that we are and always have been known for, providing a clean and healthy studio.

As you many of you may not know, we employ two incredibly detail-oriented karma cleaners who are in-studio daily. As well as continued sanitation and tidying by our amazing front desk team throughout the day. And as part of managing our long-standing reputation for cleanliness we use high-grade cleaning supplies to disinfect the studio, even more so on high traffic surfaces. Additionally, we sanitize the floors daily with a high-heat steam mop.

To help us maintain these high standards we ask that you also take an active role in preventing the spread of infections. While there is no specific treatment the best way to protect against infections is to practice good cold and flu season hygiene like you normally would.

• Stay home if you’re sick! Just like any other time if you are not feeling well or suspect you may be coming down with something … please take the necessary precautions and rest for your well-being as well as for others
• Mat Spray; disinfect your mat and props before and after each class using our mat sprays
• Bring your own Mat; although all the equipment in the studio is clean, it’s advised that you bring your own yoga mat
• Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water (at least 20seconds)
• Properly cover your nose and mouth with a tissue or your sleeve when you cough and sneeze
• Disinfect surfaces that are frequently touched, like doorknobs, handles, steering wheels and cellphones
• Avoid touching your face to prevent the spread of viruses from your hands
• Follow travel guidelines from the PHAC
• Avoid sick people!

People often turn to the misinformation out of fear, So keep yourself informed from reliable sources.  Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) has assessed the public health risk associated as LOW within Canada with less than a 2% chance of contracting the virus if you are outside of China and substantially less if you are within Canada.

So, do yourself a favor and take a deep breath, wash your hands and live your best life! Thank you for your support during this time as we all try to navigate through this mindfully and intelligently together.

*Friendly reminder that our 6month membership may be placed on hold for up to 7days and our 12month membership may be placed on hold for up to 14days for the life of the contract. As per usual you can cancel class reservations up to 2hrs before class begins.

*Please be in touch if you are sick and feel that you need additional hold time for genuine medical reasons only.

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*Blog – How to survive distancing and your family

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*Natural DIY Hand-sanitizer – this recipe makes slightly more than 1 cup:

• 8oz Aloe Vera
• 1 Tbs Witch Hazel
• 1/4-1/2 tsp Tea Tree Oil (0.5-1% concentrate)
• 1/4 tsp Vitamin E Oil (optional)
• 10-20 Lavender Oil (optional)

*you can use any essential oil for the scent but Lavender and Peppermint are good choices because they have antibacterial properties.

At SSYW we want to take the extra step and are offering natural hand sanitizers for use throughout the studio.

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Let’s talk about the things we can do to keep ourselves healthy. What’s working, what’s hard, and most importantly – What are the good things… “Because this too will pass. What we do now. How we are now, in this, will determine how we are out of this”

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Team Sweet Serenity was out for “The Coldest Night of the Year” on February 22nd @cnoyorg

A family-friendly walk that raises money for charities serving hungry, homeless, and hurting people in our community!

SSYW is so fortunate for their continued partnerships with @deltassist to raise funds and awareness for social, psychological and

physical well being of individuals, families and the community we live in

We had so much fun bringing a smile to the participants’ faces as they rounded the corner of the halfway mark. The studio donated their time, funds and door prizes for this spectacular event.

Serenity Kids – Dance Fit! -with Mrs. Carlson

Serenity Teens – Rev+Flow Teens!

Virtual Class Drop-in: Single Class Pass

• FREE Virtual Trial Drop-in (one time offer for new students only)
• $12+gst Virtual Class Drop-in

2 Week Unlimited Virtual Class Pass:

• $49+gst – Access to all our LIVE online classes for 14days

• $44+gst – Two Weeks Unlimited Trial pass (expires 14 days from first use/scheduled class) – there is a one time offer of 10% off the purchase of your first regularly priced membership if purchased within 7 days of the initial trial pass expiration

Drop-ins: Single Class Pass

• $20+gst
• $18+gst (with valid student ID) available in Studio ONLY

Drop-in bundles: Recommended for those who practice 1-2 times per week Valid for online and in-studio classes

• $169+gst – 10 Class pass (expires 3 months from first use)
• $275+gst – 20 Class pass (expires 6 months from first use)

Family of 2+ shared drop-in bundle: Valid for online and in-studio classes

• $299+gst – 20 Class pass (expires 6 months from first use)
• $625+gst – 50 Class pass (expires 1 year from first use)

Unlimited Passes: Recommended for those who practice 2 or more times per week 

One Month Unlimited Pass:

• $140+gst – Working out to only $35 a week, this is the best option to practice more than twice a week – if you can only commit for one month. Expires 30 days from first use

Memberships: Valid for online and in-studio classes

• 6 Month Unlimted Membership: Do you want to feel relaxed and nurtured as well as energized and uplifted? 6 Month memberships expire 6months from the date of purchase. For less than $33 a week this is the best option to practice more than twice a week with a 6 Month Commitment. This Membership includes 5% off workshops and seminars (excluding trainings and retreats) One hold for up to 7 days per the calendar year, for a minimum of 7 days.
  • $130+gst monthly with 6-month auto-pay – an 8% savings!
  • $750+gst upfront payment – a 13% savings!
• 12 Month VIP Unlimited Membership Do you want results? Are you ready to commit to a minimum of twice a week to better your health? Then this pass is for you! Our best value membership for less than $26 a week, this is ideal for those practicing more than twice a week. This membership activates upon purchase of contract and includes 10% off workshops and seminars (excluding training’s and retreats) and ONE complimentary guest pass per month (for NEW students only). Pass may be held for up to 14 days per the calendar year, for a minimum of 7 days in length. Up to 2 Holds permitted provided that the combined total of all holds does not exceed 14 days per the calendar year.
  • $115+gst monthly with 12-month auto-pay – an 18% savings!
  • $1,250+gst upfront payment – a 28% Savings! 

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“It is thought that external goods are the cause of happiness (but) Leisure of itself gives pleasure and enjoyment in life” – Aristotle

Experiences are much more intrinsically fulfilling than things. Your experiences are part of you, we are the sum total of our experiences! So share the gift of self-care with someone you love. Purchase yours in-studio or online HERE 

Download the Sweet Serenity Yoga and Wellness App for FREE today to plan and schedule your classes! From this mobile App you can view class schedules, sign-up for classes, view ongoing promotions, as well as view the studio’s location and contact information. You can also click through to our social pages! Optimize your time and maximize the convenience of signing up for classes from your device! Download now by clicking: 

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“I have just finished Keri’s Sunday morning class and I feel great so many thanks to you both for making it happen!
On a slightly different note, I wanted to mention that the strength, ingenuity, and perseverance you personally have shown (with the support of your instructors I’m sure) is admirable and inspiring. You have managed to create the closeness, friendliness, and warmth of your studio, (which I have always thought is the embodiment of what a wellness community should be) and reached that right out into our homes and made us feel welcome. This is quite a feat!So I wanted to let you know that we feel more a part of the sweet serenity family than ever and to thank you for making it all possible. Many many thanks!” – Jason Hammond

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“On-line yoga sessions — genius!!!

We recognize that suspending your business comes at personal cost.  Please know that there are folks out there rooting for you and wishing you success. Thank you for all you are doing for our community in general and for my family, in particular.  Both our girls have taken positive steps toward better physical and emotional health because of you and with your encouragement. You are a local hero! Love, right back at you”. – Jill Gillett

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“I just wanted to say thank you so much for finding a way to keep classes going during this strange and bizarre time. It’s been a lifesaver for me knowing that I can still access classes. I hope that you are doing well. Thank you for all your hard work, week after week, to keep a little bit of normal going. Thank you!!!” – Lisa Chandra

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*Rave Review* -“I’m compelled to write a quick note to thank you for the blessing you’ve brought to this community.

I’m against the clock to use my remaining passes before they expire, so, admittedly, there’s a bit of “might as well try it” to booking classes.