your body hears everything your mind is saying

As a certified yoga instructor as well as mindfulness coach and fitness specialist instructor with over 10,000 teaching hours, I can help create a fitness routine that encompasses both the mind and the body. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or new to the practice, my studio is a welcoming and inclusive space where you can grow and learn to listen to what your body is telling you.

Nicole’s Zen Den — The Best of Yoga Studios

I’m Nicole, and I’m thrilled to welcome you to Nicole’s Zen Den. Whether you’re a seasoned yogi or new to the practice, my studio is a welcoming and inclusive space where you can grow and learn.

As a seasoned yoga instructor, I have much to offer:

EXPERIENCED

With over 25 years of teaching experience, I bring a colourful background of knowledge and expertise to every class I teach. I’m always learning, and I’m dedicated to staying up-to-date with the latest techniques and trends in the yoga world. This means you can trust me to guide you safely through your practice and offer modifications and adjustments to suit your needs.

INCLUSIVE

Yoga can be adapted to suit anyone, regardless of age, fitness level, or physical ability. That’s why I’m committed to teaching adaptable classes that cater to the unique needs of each student. Whether you’re dealing with an injury, chronic pain, or mobility issues, I’ll work with you to find modifications that benefit both the whole group and your individual needs and goals.

ACCREDITED

As a qualified and certified yoga instructor, I’ve completed all the necessary training and education to ensure that I’m offering the highest quality instruction possible. You can trust that you’re in good hands when you practice at Nicole’s Zen Den.

LOCAL

My studio is easily accessible to anyone looking for yoga classes in Scarborough, Ontario. Whether you’re a Scarborough native or just visiting the area, you’ll find a warm and welcoming community of yogis at my studio.

FLEXIBLE

In today’s fast-paced world, it’s important to have options when it comes to your yoga practice. That’s why I offer both in-person and online classes, so you can choose the option that works best for you. Whether you’re looking for hot yoga in Scarborough or a gentle Hatha class, I’ve got you covered.

LOCAL

My studio is easily accessible to anyone looking for yoga classes in Scarborough, Ontario. Whether you’re a Scarborough native or just visiting the area, you’ll find a warm and welcoming community of yogis at my studio.

FLEXIBLE

In today’s fast-paced world, it’s important to have options when it comes to your yoga practice. That’s why I offer both in-person and online classes, so you can choose the option that works best for you. Whether you’re looking for hot yoga in Scarborough or a gentle Hatha class, I’ve got you covered.

Everyone Is Welcome!

No matter where you are on your journey, Nicole’s Zen Den will see you every step of the way. You can trust me to provide you with exercises that will make you feel challenged while helping you grow and get stronger.

Meet Nicole

Nicole Kantas is an E – RYT experienced registered yoga teacher with over 10,000 teaching hours. She is also a Fitness Specialist instructor as well as a Pilates and Barre Certified Instructor. The two things Nicole loves the most are yoga and children, which is why she is also a RECE registered early childhood educator.

Nicole’s background and experience with many forms of fitness and traditional training, paired with her understanding and study of practices of mindfulness, allow Nicole a unique viewpoint from which to build you a program that rewards both mind and body. Whether seeking a restorative experience, a strengthening one, or a deeper understanding of how best to work with our bodies and our minds, Nicole offers a range of services that benefit her clients at every stage of their journey.

She has experience working with every age group and skill range, from healthy children to troubled youth in the justice system, athletes, adults and seniors with movement disorders (MS, Parkinson’s) as well as intellectual challenges. Her years of work eventually led to the creation of the Mindfulness Movement program, a series designed to teach children about meditation and the power of presence, and is currently being taught at local elementary schools.

Outside of her Toronto-based practices in Yoga, Pilates, Fitness and Mindfulness, Nicole leads a full and active lifestyle from morning to night, making time for the important things, like laughing and playing with her husband and two children. She loves learning, growing, connecting and making time to get grounded daily.

Please inquire if Nicole seems like the right fit for your wellness journey.

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Benefits of Yoga Classes

At Nicole’s Zen Den, we believe that yoga is more than just a physical practice – it’s a way of life.

Classes are designed to help you achieve the following:

Improved Stability and Mobility

By practicing yoga regularly, you can improve your balance, flexibility, and range of motion, allowing you to move more freely and confidently.

Reduced Inflammation

Yoga has been shown to have anti-inflammatory effects on the body, helping to reduce inflammation and improve overall health.

Reduced Stress and Anxiety

By practicing yoga regularly, you can learn to manage stress and find a greater sense of calm and relaxation.

Improved Sleep

Yoga reduces stress and promotes relaxation, which can improve the quality of your sleep and help you wake up feeling more rested and energized.

Enhanced Mind-Body Connection

Yoga emphasizes the connection between the mind and body. You learn to tune into your body’s signals while becoming more aware of your thoughts and emotions.

Improved Sleep

Yoga reduces stress and promotes relaxation, which can improve the quality of your sleep and help you wake up feeling more rested and energized.

Enhanced Mind-Body Connection

Yoga emphasizes the connection between the mind and body. You learn to tune into your body’s signals while becoming more aware of your thoughts and emotions.

Services Offered

Yin Yoga

Vinyasa Yoga

Fusion Yoga

Private Consults

Retreats

Workshop

Private classes are available.

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Client Love

Natsuko

Nicole is a fantastic teacher!

Her knowledge across various disciplines and the care with which she sequences her movements and classes is a huge boost to my yoga practice and well-being. It takes a talented person to deliver all she does in a fun, yet challenging way.

Having practiced yoga for many years and plateaued at an intermediate level, it sure is nice to be introduced to ideas and modifications which allow me to discover my body and mind in new ways. I’ve been taking her classes for 3 months now and don’t anticipate stopping!

Irina

I have been taking Nicole’s classes for a long time and have found her to be very inspiring, professional and knowledgeable. But it was not until the outbreak of Covid, that I felt really lumpy, bumpy and frumpy.

The Zoom yoga classes really changed my pandemic outlook — I was looking forward to my everyday yoga routines and felt more flexible and stronger than I had in a long time.

As a foodie, I find that there is something for everyone — some classes are spicy, some are warm, like a hot chocolate, and some are refreshing like lemonade… but they are really satisfying.

Winnie C

I had such an amazing private lesson with Nicole recently, the experience brought me into the true meaning of yoga – the union of mind, body and spirit. I must say it’s beyond words. It’s not something you can explain, it must be experienced.

I knew Nicole many years ago from a gym and she was always my favorite yoga teacher. Then I moved out of town and haven’t had any contact with her in over a decade. Recently I’m taking a yoga teacher training myself and one of the assignment was to take classes from a minimum 500hr certified yoga teacher. Immediately I thought of Nicole. I was so happy that I still have her number and she is still keeping her number. Super happy to reconnect and learn from her. She is an excellent teacher and wonderful human being. Thank you Nicole!

Kevin G

I don’t know why I waited so long to start yoga, but all I can say is that Nicole is an amazing teacher!!!! Her attention to your body movements, technique (or lack of) and knowledge of more than just yoga are some of the reasons she stands out. Nicole’s ability to make me comfortable, especially as a first timer, but at the same time challenging me, allowed for continual growth in my journey that I didn’t expect and wouldn’t have achieved without her support. Whether its private or groups sessions that you are looking for, I highly recommend Nicole for all that she will bring to your practice!!!

Andrea T

I met Nicole 9 years teaching yoga at a local gym. I loved her class. I even followed her online during COVID and participated in her online yoga classes. Fast forward to November 2022, I had a back injury that limited my range of motion, my ability to walk. The only thing that I could think of that helped was yoga. I contacted Nicole in regards to helping my rehabilitation and my ability to gain my flexibility. Nicole is an amazing instructor, when I started an exercise and was having difficulty, she would adapt the exercise to accommodate my ability. However, she goes even further to determine the route cause of my difficulty ie. muscle group, facia, motion that may be affecting me or causing my misalignment. My journey is not done…. Nicole would always say ‘trust the process’ but I trusted Nicole.

Contact Nicole

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