A guide is a person who helps you in your journey to reach a destination and that’s exactly what Nikki’s blog is aiming to do for those also on a body acceptance journey welcoming you to her journey and possibly yours. Our bodies exist for us, not for the visual pleasure of others. Some may know Nikki from her yoga and meditation classes, as a past staff member, or even just a friendly face around Bare Oaks but you may not have caught her recent project, a body-positive blog The Guide to the Natural Self. https://www.GuideToTheNaturalSelf.ca/ “My goal with Guide to the Natural Self is toRead More →

Tuesdays, 8pm Location: Bare Oaks Family Naturist Park or Online Length: 45 minutes Bring: a yoga mat or similar, two rectangular pillows, and one blanket (if remote also have a chair handy) Cost: $7 https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/naturist-meditation-with-nikki-tickets-128029480623 For many who visit Bare Oaks, a simple stroll around the grounds could be considered a moving meditation. With the reduction of typical stimuli, we open ourselves to the natural beauty around every corner. We become aware of the trees, their shape and sway. The colour of the water, the sound of the stream, the way the light glistens as it flows. The temperature of the air on your skin,Read More →

We are pleased to announce two new instructors who are here to lead you in yoga, meditation, and belly dancing: Sharamine Clarke and Samantha Novak. Sharamine, a long-term, year-round Bare Oaks member, is a certified yoga instructor, belly dancing teacher, and drum circle leader. Samantha is a certified Yoga teacher from the United States who has recently moved to Ontario and is looking for an audience of interested parties that are wanting to share her passion for yoga. Sharamine Clarke Let your Body be the most beautiful thing you wear. Hatha Yoga for all levels all ages modified poses available Join me for a NudeRead More →