'Resilient' ~ Menopause Edition
A 6-week container for designed for women ages 40-65 who want to include their nervous system wellness in their menopause care.
January 27 - March 3, 2026
Tuesdays 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Seine River Studio
600 St. Anne's Rd (St. Vital)
Updates for January Session: There is NO 1:1 breath assessment included. This is to keep the fees accessible. As part of this program only, participants can add a 1:1 Breath Analysis for 50% off regular rate.
"Menopause is a massive rearrangement of a woman's endocrine system and a time when shape shifting happens on a mental, physical and emotional level."
~Dr. Claudia Welch, Author 'Balance your hormones, Balance Your Life' and founder of 'The Menopause Chronicles'.
If you're like me, you're listening to podcasts while doing the dishes, following experts on social media, read at least one book, and sought good medical advice to navigate this big shift in your physiology.
Even with a good practitioner (or two), it can feel lonely putting the pieces of our unique hormonal puzzles together. We're not meant to do this alone.
"The medicine is in the gathering." It's in moving wisely, breathing well, and sharing authentically. We learn from each other's stories and shared experiences. Join me and 11 other women this Fall for a unique learning opportunity. ~ Joy
What to expect & takeaways
During our 6 weeks together, you will;
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Increase your connection to your body's inner felt sense (interoception)- a key component to long term health and recovery from chronic stress and burn out recovery and prevention.
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Learn gentle, simple movements that release tension and add suppleness
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Improve awareness of your nervous system patterns
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Develop a simple tool-box of body-based self-regulation skills.
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Develop better breathing habits for improved sleep, less tension, improved memory and focus.
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Befriend your body and increase your self-trust.
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Gain insight through sharing and hearing others' experiences.
Who is this program for?
Women who are experiencing;
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Stiffness, inflammation or pain due to hormonal changes
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Stuck in their head, hard to slow down, wired and tired
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Immobilized, stuck, hard to get going, depleted
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Low capacity to handle daily stresses
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Confusion about various breathwork trends, not sure what's right
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Mentally scattered, brain fog, poor memory
And women who want:
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A more intimate relationship with their own body
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Gentle, mindful movement practice to dial down the stress
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Youthful suppleness and better range of motion
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Better self-understanding through the lens of the nervous system
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Improved breathing for focus, memory and sleep
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Experiential learning and connection through stories and shared experiences
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To be witnessed without judgement and hold the same space for other women.
Pausing to Acknowledge - 'We begin to heal the moment we feel heard'
"We begin to heal the moment we feel heard." ~ Cheryl Richards
'Interoception (is a way of monitoring ourselves so that we can ease the felt pain, expand the felt joy and make sure we get the resources needed in any given moment.' - Alan Fogle
This is not intended to be:
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Therapy for trauma or rehab for injuries.
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A yoga class. Instead, expect gentle guided movements to help you go inward, feel your body and eventually, let your body lead the way.
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Advice regarding medications or supplements, although sharing of personal experiences is welcome.
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A course about menopause. The objectives are to increase your connection to inner felt sense, increase your nervous system awareness, and learn to self-regulate in a supportive community of women navigating a similar phase of life. We'll learn from the wisdom of our bodies and each other.
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This particular program is NOT suitable for women struggling with complex psychological challenges (ie PTSD/cPTSD, BPD) or in crisis. Please seek 1:1 support with me and/or your mental health professional.
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This particular program is NOT suitable for those unable to get up and down off the floor - we plan to spend a lot of time there.
What's Included
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6 weekly 90. min gatherings consisting of Somatic Movement & Bodymind Ballwork (30 min), Functional & Exploratory Breathwork (20-30 min), small and large group learning through discussion (30) min)
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Online content (theory, journal reflection prompts, audio and video practices)
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A follow up integration zoom call ~ 2 weeks post wrap up.
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Collective wisdom gained from other women ~ priceless
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50% off 1:1 Breathing Behaviour Assessment and/or private session with Joy before, during or after the program.
Investment in your nervous system: $398+ GST
Early Bird Rate $298+ GST until Jan 10
Max 12 participants.
'Resilient' Alumni use discount BREATHE30 ($30% off)
Register with a friend friend with code BREATHE15 and both save 15%
~ Registration fees are non-refundable ~
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Meet Your Facilitator
Joy Onyschak
Winnipeg, MB
Joy has a passion for helping people recovering from chronic stress and trauma befriend their bodies and restore self-trust. She has 15 years experience leading groups and individuals back home to themselves.
In addition to her full time 1:1 practice, she co-hosts intimate retreats and events that are meaningful, nourishing, and create connection.
She is a 'Nervous System Certified' Practitioner, Certified Breathing Behaviour Analyst, Somatic Practitioner, Circle Way Host, Somatic Groundwork TM Teacher, and Conscious Connected Breathwork Facilitator.
Known for being authentic and welcoming, Joy co-creates safe and brave learning environments where collective wisdom arises out of the shared learning experience.
Having gone through menopause at the age of 47 during the stress of COVID-19 lockdowns, she experienced a 'soup of hormonal confusion' in her own body, uncertain what symptoms were caused by a fried nervous system or from decreasing hormones (spoiler alert: it was both). Still wondering where her waistline went, she thinks its high time we gathered to move, breathe and connect around this topic.
What others have to say
Reviews from past participants of 'Resilient'
'I wish I had found this practice years ago. The benefits go beyond my yoga practice and with such little effort.' ~ Zareeda Awang
"This practice takes me back to being a kid. Finding movements I enjoy." ~ Claudia Keating
"Your teachings have been really impactful for me. You've given me the tools I need to truly care for myself in difficult moments" - Jocelyne Nicolas
'This was very freeing for me at this time.' ~ Gisele C.
Common Questions
Location?
Seine River Studio, run by Seine River Physiotherapy, is in the Seine River Professional Building in Suite 220 - 600 St. Anne's Rd. just South of Abinojii Mikanah (Bishop Grandin Blvd). Spacious with windows overlooking the neighborhood, there is ample parking & located on a major bus route.
What if I miss a class?
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Given classes are in-person, and to respect participant privacy, there are NO recordings. However, you will have access to the theory in the online content, including video and audio practices.
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Can I drop in?
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No. Participants need to register for the entire session.
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What do I need to participate?
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No special equipment or prior experience. Dress comfortable and bring a yoga mat (although at times, you'll prefer the wooden floor).
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Your curiosity, willingness to slow down, and add your wisdom to the group.
Weekly time involvement:
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90 min in-person class, plus approx. 30-60 min for online content (theory, self reflection)
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Whatever extra time you want to spend engaging in self-care audio or video practices that you feel drawn to.
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NO online chat group.
About the Modalities
What is Somatic Movement?
'Soma' is a Greek word that means 'to perceive the body from within'. Somatic movement is a practice of moving from inner felt sense and becoming aware of what you sense as you move. Simple and efficient, some benefits include;
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Improved interoception (inner felt sense) vital to our wellness and ability to take care of needs.
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Improved suppleness and adaptability,
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Increased 'gut' and emotional sense,
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More calm, improved ability to be present, and focus.
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Expect approx. 30 min of movement
What is Functional Breathing?
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Functional Breathing is optimizing your respiration to get the internal resources you need in any given moment, without effort.
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Many women unconsciously control their breathing as a result of trauma, hormonal influences, or to 'manage the moment' during acute stress.
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Over breathing can create mild or severe deficits in oxygen perfusion that may cause or contribute hundreds of symptoms mentally, physically and emotionally.
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In this program we'll learn how to restore your Open Healthy Breath through good mechanics and aligned chemistry.
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Additional add on: All participants receive 50% discount on a private Breathing Behavior Analysis with Joy before, during or after the course.
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Expect approx. 20-30 min of breath practice
What is 'Structured Authentic Dialogue'?
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Each class we'll be spending time in shared wisdom, listening and sharing our experiences with one another.
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At times this will be done in small groups of 2-3 and also in larger group circle. Confidentiality is essential.
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Expect 20 ish min in topics of 'balancing effort & surrender', 'unmet needs', 'transformation', as well as sharing our 'favorite things' (from magnesium cream to podcasts and practitioners).
'The quickest way to get out of your mind is to get into your body.' ~ Joanne Avision
Body-based tools and breathwork for nervous system wellness
Starts Jan 28, 2026
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