Nova Yoga

Hello - it’s Melanie here. Please join me in wishing the incredible Meghan Samson HAPPY BIRTHDAY! ♥️♥️♥️

Meghan is the beating heart of our community and brings so much energy, joy, and passion to everything she does. We love her creative, nourishing classes, her sparkle and her spirit, and we are so so grateful for her!

We hope you have a wonderful day Meghan.

Happy Pride, St. John’s! 🏳️‍🌈

‘Ahimsa’ is one of the foundational principles of yoga philosophy: it means non-harming, and it asks us to move through the world with compassion, toward others and ourselves. It’s not just about what we do on the mat; it’s a way of being.

This Pride Week, we’re holding that principle close for our LGBTQ+ community: may all beings be happy, safe, and free to be exactly who they are — without harm, and without apology.

Thank you to everyone who marches, organizes, and shows up to make St. John’s a brighter, more open city to call home.

You are welcome here.
More love, always.

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We love outdoor yoga in the community- thanks Pippy Park for having us! 😌

🧘‍♀️ Thank You, Nova Yoga! 🌿💚

A huge thank you to Nova Yoga, instructor Meghan Samson, and everyone who joined us yesterday for a wonderful Outdoor Yoga session in Pippy Park! It was fantastic to see so many people enjoying a peaceful morning surrounded by nature.

🌳 Keep the wellness going!

Join us next Saturday for an Introduction to Taoist Tai Chi® presented by Fung Loy Kok Taoist Tai Chi.

📅 Saturday, July 18
🕚 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
📍 Pippy Park Campground (Tent Field)
🌤️ Weather permitting

Whether you’re trying Tai Chi for the first time or looking to reconnect with the practice, everyone is welcome. We hope to see you there! 🍃✨

✨ Teacher Feature: Holly Hogan ✨

This week we’re lucky to have Holly subbing a couple of classes — if you don’t know her yet, get ready to be inspired. Holly is a yoga teacher, a seabird biologist, a published author, and an all-around awesome human! ✨

• When not on the mat, where would we find you?

At sea doing seabird and marine mammal surveys, or out hiking a trail somewhere. 🌊

• How would you describe your teaching style?

“Inclusive and playful. I like for people to shed self-doubt and respond to how that feels — be it taking a slow, gentle approach or trying new things they’ve passed on before. Either requires courage and self-confidence. My themes are often about that interplay.”

• Favourite pose?

Supported fish. “Most of us don’t take the time to restore and calm our nervous system (including me). This pose feels like a warm bath.”

• Favourite food?

Anything with cilantro as a garnish 🌿

• Favourite book?

Anything by David Sedaris — “I love his sense of humour. I will read anything by him.”

• Favourite summertime activity?

Hiking the coast and keeping an eye out for whales 🐋

• Fun fact:

Holly once met Mother Teresa in Calcutta. She said, “Good morning Mother.” Mother Teresa replied, “God bless you.” Holly’s take: “I think I’m set for life!”

Come move with Holly this week —
Lunch Flow on Friday, and Empower Flow on Saturday! 😌🧘🏻‍♀️

Holly Hogan

Mel’s home for the Summer! ☀️

She’s been on the road so much this year offering beautiful retreats around the globe- but we’re lucky to have her grounded at home in St. John’s for a little while. 🌱

Catch her at the studio for Lunch Flows through July & August, Tuesday & Thursdays at 12:10pm!

Melanie Caines | Yoga Retreats + Online Yoga