Business Details
15 Years
experience
Your Premier Yoga Studio in Oakville, Ontario
Kula Oakville is a multi-disciplinary yoga studio dedicated to fostering personal growth and community connection through diverse yoga practices. Our mission is to provide a welcoming space where students of all levels can explore physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. With a team of experienced instructors, we offer classes ranging from Hot Yoga to Restorative sessions, emphasizing alignment, self-discovery, and holistic health. Our facility prioritizes sustainability, using eco-friendly materials and practices to create a conscious, inspiring environment.We believe yoga is a transformative journey that extends beyond the mat, encouraging practitioners to embrace mindfulness in daily life. Through teacher training programs and community events, we aim to deepen the practice of yoga while supporting individual and collective evolution. Our commitment to accessibility is reflected in initiatives like Yoga 8 classes, which make yoga affordable for all. By integrating traditional wisdom with modern approaches, we strive to empower students to cultivate strength, balance, and inner peace.
Services
Hot Yoga
Hatha Yoga
Ashtanga Yoga
Restorative Yoga
Prenatal Yoga
Teacher Training
Thai Yoga Massage
Acupuncture
Energy Exchange Program
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer 200-hour Hatha Yoga teacher certification programs for aspiring instructors.
- Our studio features eco-friendly materials and sustainable practices.
- We provide Yoga 8 classes at $8 to make yoga accessible to all.
- Our instructors have decades of combined experience in diverse yoga traditions.
- We host community events like the 30-Day Living Yoga Challenge for personal growth.
Services
Hot Yoga
Hot Yoga classes are conducted in a studio heated to 37C to enhance flexibility and detoxification. The warm environment allows deeper stretching while maintaining proper alignment. This practice promotes cardiovascular health, muscle relaxation, and mental focus through structured sequences in a supportive community setting.
Hatha Yoga
Hatha Yoga combines physical postures and breathing techniques to build strength and balance. Classes emphasize proper alignment and mindful movement for all skill levels. This practice cultivates body awareness, improves posture, and establishes a foundation for more advanced yoga styles while maintaining a meditative focus.
Ashtanga Yoga
Ashtanga Yoga features flowing sequences synchronized with breath to build endurance and flexibility. The practice follows traditional methods while adapting to individual needs. It develops internal heat, detoxifies the body, and enhances mental discipline through consistent, progressive movement patterns taught by experienced instructors.
Prenatal Yoga
Prenatal Yoga classes support expectant mothers with modified postures and breathing techniques. Sessions focus on comfort during pregnancy and preparation for childbirth. The practice alleviates common discomforts, promotes relaxation, and fosters community connections among participants through specialized instruction from certified prenatal yoga teachers.
Teacher Training
Our 200-hour Hatha Yoga Certification program trains aspiring instructors in anatomy, philosophy, and teaching methodology. The curriculum includes practical experience, mentorship from senior teachers, and alignment principles. Graduates receive certification recognized by yoga alliances while developing skills to create safe, effective classes for diverse student populations.
People
Colin Matthews
Director
Colin Matthews is Kula's visionary director with extensive yoga teaching experience. He co-teaches advanced study programs and has studied under renowned instructors including Bikram Choudhry and John Friend. His practice emphasizes self-empowerment and community connection through yoga philosophy.
Anne Marie Matthews
Director
Anne Marie Matthews serves as Kula's director, focusing on community connection and studio operations. She ensures the collective Kula community remains engaged and inspired through regular programming oversight and strategic vision development for the studio network.
Kathleen Riordon
Oakville Manager
Kathleen Riordon manages the Oakville studio with warmth and care. She oversees daily operations to ensure students, staff, and the broader community experience the Kula love through welcoming environments and quality programming delivery.
Grant Hutchinson
Teacher
Grant Hutchinson teaches Ashtanga and Yin Yoga, emphasizing stillness and present-moment awareness. He continues studying with Ron Reid and Michael Stone, embodying the principle 'practice, practice, practice' in his teaching approach and personal yoga journey.
Christine Fortier
Teacher
Christine Fortier offers uplifting classes that connect students with their inner selves and the world around them. Certified in various yoga traditions, she draws wisdom from teachers like Colin Matthews and Sianna Sherman while maintaining an eco-conscious lifestyle.
Questions
What types of yoga classes do you offer?
We offer Hot Yoga, Hatha, Ashtanga, Restorative, Yin, Prenatal, and Kids/Teen Yoga classes, along with specialty sessions like Yoga With Weights.
Are there options for beginners?
Yes! Our New To Yoga program includes an introductory $30 special for 30 days of unlimited classes and guidelines to help first-time students feel comfortable.
Do you have eco-friendly practices?
Our studio uses sustainable materials, eco-friendly cleaning products, and prioritizes environmental consciousness in facility design and operations.
Can I rent yoga equipment?
Yes, we rent yoga mats for $2 and provide complimentary towels for Hot Yoga classes. We also sell various yoga accessories at reception.
Do you offer teacher training programs?
Yes, we provide a 200-hour Hatha Yoga Certification program for those seeking to deepen their practice and become certified instructors.
Are there community events or workshops?
We host events like the 30-Day Living Yoga Challenge, meditation series, and workshops on topics ranging from chakra exploration to prenatal care.
