Business Details
11 Years
experience
Your Sanctuary for Yoga, Healing, and Transformation
Founded in 2015 by Tiina Kivinen and Ally Boothroyd, the Peterborough Living Yoga offers transformative yoga teacher training, online classes, and retreats that blend traditional practices with modern accessibility. Our mission is to create an inclusive community where individuals can explore yoga as a holistic practice encompassing mind, body, and spirit. With over 20 years of combined experience, our faculty specializes in gentle yoga, restorative practices, yoga nidra, and therapeutic arts, serving students globally through live virtual classes and pre-recorded sessions. We emphasize conscious relaxation, nervous system regulation, and self-inquiry, fostering personal growth and emotional resilience.Our programs include Yoga Alliance-approved 200-hour teacher training, Moon to Moon Restorative Yoga Teacher Training, and Transformational Sleep Yoga Nidra Teacher Training. Retreats in Ontario and Costa Rica provide immersive experiences combining yoga, meditation, and nature connection. As a registered psychotherapist, Tiina integrates counseling hypnotherapy to address anxiety, trauma, and stress, offering a multidimensional approach to wellness. We prioritize affordability through sliding-scale pricing, scholarships, and flexible payment options, ensuring our offerings remain accessible to all seekers.
Services
Yoga Teacher Training
Restorative Yoga
Online Yoga Classes
Yoga Nidra
Meditation Workshops
Wellness Retreats
Counseling Hypnotherapy
Pranayama Instruction
Somatic Healing
Teacher Mentorship
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- We offer Yoga Alliance-approved teacher training with 20+ years of faculty experience
- Our online platform provides flexible access to live and recorded yoga classes globally
- Integrative approach combines yoga, psychotherapy, and somatic healing techniques
- Scholarship programs and sliding-scale pricing ensure accessible wellness education
- Retreats in Ontario and Costa Rica combine nature immersion with transformative practices
Associations and certifications
- Yoga Alliance
What people say
Life-changing transformation
Deep healing sessions
Supportive community
Expert instructors
Accessible wellness programs
Services
200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training
Our Yoga Alliance-approved 200-hour training develops skilled instructors through comprehensive curriculum covering asana, anatomy, philosophy, and teaching methodology. Students learn to create authentic, trauma-informed classes that integrate breathwork, meditation, and nervous system regulation. The program emphasizes personal growth and professional development for aspiring yoga teachers worldwide.
Restorative Yoga
Gentle, prop-supported postures help release physical tension and calm mental stress through extended holds and conscious relaxation. Classes focus on nervous system regulation using breath awareness, guided meditation, and somatic release techniques. Ideal for managing anxiety, chronic pain, and sleep disorders while cultivating body-mind connection.
Counseling Hypnotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist Tiina Kivinen combines clinical hypnosis with counseling to address anxiety, trauma, and limiting beliefs. Sessions use guided relaxation to access subconscious patterns, promoting emotional healing through inner wisdom and nervous system regulation. Covered by most Canadian extended health plans for accessible mental wellness support.
Wellness Retreats
Immersive experiences in Ontario and Costa Rica combine yoga, meditation, and nature connection for holistic renewal. Programs include daily practices, group chanting, and mindful movement designed to reset stress patterns and cultivate community. Retreats offer both structured programming and free time for personal reflection in natural settings.
Online Yoga Classes
Live and recorded sessions available globally, featuring gentle flow, yoga nidra, and pranayama practices. Classes accommodate all experience levels with adaptable postures and accessibility options. The online platform includes a video library and community features for ongoing student connection and practice support.
People
Tiina Kivinen
Co-Founder & Lead Instructor
Registered Psychotherapist with 20+ years experience in yoga therapy, trauma recovery, and nervous system regulation. Specializes in integrating counseling hypnotherapy with yoga practices for holistic healing.
Ally Boothroyd
Co-Founder & Director
Yoga educator and meditation teacher with expertise in yoga nidra and restorative practices. Focuses on making ancient wellness traditions accessible through modern online platforms and teacher training programs.
Laura Dunford
Senior Yoga Teacher
Certified instructor with 8+ years teaching prenatal yoga, restorative practices, and chair yoga. Integrates Ayurvedic principles and herbal medicine knowledge into accessible, inclusive classes for diverse populations.
Kristyn Rose
Advanced Yoga Instructor
Specializes in vinyasa flow, yin yoga, and elemental teachings. Offers advanced training in yoga nidra and restorative practices while incorporating earth-based wisdom into movement and meditation practices.
Questions
What yoga styles do you teach?
We offer gentle hatha, vinyasa, yin, restorative, meditation, pranayama, and yoga nidra classes suitable for all experience levels.
Are teacher trainings Yoga Alliance approved?
Yes, our 200-hour program is Yoga Alliance certified, providing recognized credentials for teaching yoga worldwide.
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes, we provide sliding-scale pricing, deposit options, and scholarship opportunities for both classes and retreats.
Can I access classes online?
All classes are available live via Zoom with recordings accessible through our online platform for flexible practice schedules.
What mental health services are available?
Registered Psychotherapist Tiina Kivinen offers counseling hypnotherapy for anxiety, trauma, and stress management through online sessions.
Where are retreats located?
We host retreats at Lotus Heart Retreat Centre in Ontario, Canada and partner locations in Costa Rica with nature-immersive programming.