Zen Park Day

Saskatoon is celebrating its second annual Welcoming Week, hosted by IPSK. This global event highlights our city’s growing diversity and the value newcomers bring. By welcoming new neighbours, we embrace fresh ideas and opportunities, strengthening our community’s fabric and fostering a more inclusive and vibrant province for all. Zen Park Day is a great opportunity to meet new people and enjoy an amazing day in Victoria Park. Come join us!

Zen Park Day

Experience a rejuvenating afternoon at Victoria Park near the Pagoda during Saskatoon Welcoming Week, where the community comes together for a series of free wellness sessions. This event is designed to help newcomers and long-time residents alike find relaxation, balance, and a sense of community.

Join us for yoga, meditation, Breathwork, and more, all led by accredited instructors dedicated to guiding you through each practice. Whether you’re new to these activities or a seasoned practitioner, our sessions are tailored for all skill levels and ages. You can choose to attend just one class or stay for the entire afternoon—no preregistration is required!

Bring your mat or towel, and we’ll take care of the rest. Water will be provided to keep you hydrated, and the serene environment of Victoria Park will enhance your Zen experience. These sessions offer the perfect opportunity to unwind, connect with others, and embrace the welcoming spirit of Saskatoon.

This event is a wonderful way to support your well-being while getting to know your neighbours in a peaceful, supportive setting. Don’t miss this chance to relax, recharge, and be part of Saskatoon Welcoming Week. Join us at the Victoria Park Pagoda and discover the power of community and wellness!

 Schedule

• 12 pm – Breathwork with Deanna Fahlman (Artfully Designed Wellness)
• 1 pm – Tai Chi with Shirley Wei (Taste of China Academy)
• 2 pm – Yoga with Tina Marki (Karmaburn Yoga)
• 3 pm – Sound Bath with Darren Welsh (8th Chakra)

Instructor Biographies (All instructors are certified in their various disciplines) 

Deanna Fahlman (Artfully Designed Wellness)

Deanna’s first passion was teaching English, which led her on a decades-long global adventure, earning a B.Ed, MA, and fluency in Spanish, French, and Korean.  Her second passion is breathwork, where she helps participants explore their internal landscapes. Deanna’s sessions blend live and recorded music, nature sounds, and elements of joy, play, art, and movement. After discovering breathwork through the birth of her sons, she became an 800-hour certified Breathwork Practitioner and now loves sharing with the world – online, indoors, and outdoors – how the breath is our most precious resource.

Shirley Wei (Taste of China Academy) 

As a Chinese Language School and a Chinese Culture Institution in Saskatoon, Taste of China Academy serves as a door for those who want to know and learn about Chinese Language, Tai Chi, and culture.

What is Tai Chi? Tai chi is a gentle, low-impact form of exercise in which practitioners perform a series of deliberate, flowing motions while focusing on deep, slow breaths. Often referred to as “meditation in motion,” tai chi aims to concentrate and balance the body’s qi (vital energy), providing benefits to mental and physical health.”

Tina Marki (Karmaburn Yoga)

“Tina is a dedicated yoga mentor and founder of Karmaburn Yoga. With nearly 20 years of yoga experience and international RYT® 200 certification, she has guided hundreds of women in Canada, Hungary, and Serbia to reconnect with their true selves through yoga, meditation, and relaxation.

She believes that yoga is an empowering tool for women to balance their inner flame and shine brighter for themselves and their loved ones. Her vision is to create a supportive and vibrant community of women who uplift and inspire each other.

Darren Welsh- Sound Bath (8th Chakra)

I began playing crystal singing bowls over 6 years ago after I discovered sound baths on my healing journey.  For me, sound baths have allowed me to go deeper into meditation, connect with myself, and gain insight and clarity.  8th Chakra was born to help everyone raise their vibration and to help connect your physical and spiritual body.

I love performing sound baths at various locations in Saskatoon, from theatres, churches, and event spaces, to welcoming you to my home, which I share with my partner Adam, and our 2 dogs, Charlie and Laisey.

Details for the Day

• Open to all ages
• Free
• No pre-registration needed
• Bring your own towel or mat
• Parking is available on the street

Welcoming Week is a Global Annual Event funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. It is also sponsored by the City of Saskatoon and proudly hosted by the Immigration Partnership Saskatoon. If you have any questions about the event, please contact IPSK.