Discover Surya Montreal
Everything you need to know to get started
This page guides you step by step to discover our classes, choose the practice that suits you, and easily book your first class.
Many people come to yoga or taiji to move and stretch, to relieve the tensions accumulated in everyday life. But soon, they discover that these practices also offer something deeper and very valuable: freely flowing breath, a calmer mind, and greater inner balance. Our classes invite you to explore this experience at your own pace, in a simple and welcoming atmosphere.
Step 1: Choose your discipline
Yoga (Suryashtanga)
Stretch and strengthen your whole body, breathe, and enjoy the moment!
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Suryashtanga Yoga is a skillful combination of dynamic movements and static postures, synchronized with deep, regular breathing.
The instructor will explain the underlying philosophy of “Yoga in 8 steps“, which leads to a peaceful state of mind. You will be encouraged to adapt the postures to your physical abilities and how you feel on the day, while the instructor will choose a sequence of exercises based on external factors such as the season of the year.
You will be impressed by the benefits to your body, but also by the emotional and mental calm that comes with practicing! Read more…
Taijiquan (Qigong / Taichi)
Find inner harmony with the principles of Yin and Yang.
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Taijiquan is a holistic art that allows you to reconnect harmoniously with yourself and your environment through fluid, graceful, and conscious movements and breathing.
You will improve your proprioception (balance, coordination, precision of movement), inner strength, vitality, emotional stability, and inner calm. The practice is accessible to everyone, regardless of age or physical condition. Read more…
Meditation
Creative Meditation helps you calm your mind gradually.
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Creative Meditation is a structured method to facilitate internalization and enable mental calm, thereby balancing our modern lifestyle.
We follow a progressive sequence of gentle stretches, balancing respirations and guided meditation with visualizations to generate joy, inner peace, and greater mental clarity. Read more…
Step 2: Find the class that suits you best
Weekly class schedule
Please note : all classes are bascially in French but you can ask the insctructor for some explainations in English if needed.
You will find a detailed description of each course on our online calendar when you register (see below).
If you are new to yoga or have never done taiji but are curious, rest assured: our teachers will explain the necessary basics to you. Everyone starts as a beginner!
Step 3: View our pricing options
Would you like to try a first class? We offer a trial class for $10, which is the best way to discover the studio atmosphere and our approach.
If you want to continue, several options are available (class cards or memberships). For newcomers, we offer three attractive discovery deals.
Step 4: Register for your first class
You can join our classes whenever you want (there are no fixed semesters). Our teachers will explain everything to you when you arrive. Ideally, arrive about 10 to 15 minutes before the start of your first class so that you have time to familiarize yourself with the venue.
To register, simply choose the course of your choice from our online calendar and enter your name and email address.
Step 5: Meet us at the studio
That’s it! The Surya team is waiting for you at 903 Saint-Zotique Street East (first floor), near Plaza Saint-Hubert. You’ll find a beautiful practice space where you can take time for yourself, relax, and refocus.
Transport
Metro
Beaubien metro station (5 min walk), Jean-Talon metro station (8 min walk)
Car
Free parking available in the neighborhood; large parking lot behind the IGA supermarket across from the studio.
Additional information
For more information about our teachers, special events, etc., please return to our home page.
Do you have any specific questions? Check out the questions and answers below or contact us directly.
Are your classes suitable for beginners?
Yes. Our classes are structured so that beginners have time to discover the basics, while advanced students can add details and focus on specific intentions for a more internalized practice.
If you want to start yoga and take it very slowly, opt for the gentle yoga class.
What should I bring to my first class?
All you need to bring is comfortable clothing and, for yoga and meditation classes, a mat (you can rent one for $2.50 at the studio).
For Qigong and Taijiquan, you can bring indoor sneakers, but you can also practice barefoot.
How many times a week should I practice?
We recommend establishing a regular practice routine. Even one session per week brings benefits. If you want to deepen your experience, two or three classes per week are recommended.
Furthermore, yoga and taijiquan are different but complementary practices. You can take both types of classes.
What is « Suryashtanga » yoga?
Suryashtanga is a yoga practice developed by the founder of our school, Stéphane Chollet. It is based on the philosophical foundations of “Yoga in 8 steps” (Ashtanga). This includes ethical principles, physical exercises, conscious breathing, and concentration.
Our yoga classes begin with dynamic exercises, followed by static postures and a guided relaxation.
Do you offer mindfulness meditations?
There are various meditation techniques. All aim to calm the mind, but their practice and results differ.
At Surya, we practice “creative meditation”: guided meditations that include visualizations. In our experience, this is a good method that can be integrated into everyday life, even when our minds are often very restless.
What is the difference between Taijiquan and Taichi?
Taijiquan is an internal Chinese martial art now renowned for its health benefits. There are different styles and schools in the Chinese tradition, including Taoist Taichi. Each school has its own specific characteristics, but all are based on similar principles and a common philosophy.
At Surya, we practice HunYuan Taijiquan, which includes Qigong to increase our vital energy and spiral movements to deeply stretch our bodies and improve energy circulation.
Contact
903 Saint-Zotique Street East
Montreal, Quebec H2S 1M9
- (514) 431-5248
- montreal@surya-world.org
