Description
La Hutte Médecine Étoilée – Wendake
In the heart of Huron-Wendat territory, La Hutte Médecine Étoilée is a sanctuary for rejuvenation, learning, and reconnection.
It offers yoga classes, traditional crafts, and cultural experiences inspired by Indigenous teachings, all rooted in balance and harmony.
Each session invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with what truly matters—honoring the rhythms of nature and the living traditions of the First Nations.
Yoga and Wellness in Wendake
Yoga sessions are offered during the fall, winter, and spring seasons, announced approximately one month before the start of each session on our social media platforms.
Single-session classes are also available when spots remain (between $20 and $25).
Yin / Restorative / Therapeutic
Three complementary approaches combining movement, breath, and body awareness:
Yin Yoga
Deep, long-held poses that stretch connective tissues such as fascia and ligaments. Promotes relaxation, flexibility, and stress reduction.
Restorative Yoga
Gentle postures supported by props, allowing complete relaxation. Ideal for calming the nervous system, restoring energy, and releasing tension.
Therapeutic Yoga
A personalized approach that adapts to each individual’s breathing and needs. Helps relieve pain, improve posture, and promote physical and emotional balance.
Gentle Vinyasa
A fluid and meditative practice where each movement flows with the breath. Gentle Vinyasa builds strength, flexibility, and inner stability while fostering calm and grounding.
Chair Yoga
Accessible to everyone, chair yoga is practiced sitting or using a chair for support—perfect for those with limited mobility or in rehabilitation.
It enhances flexibility, strength, balance, and focus without requiring floor postures.
Special Sessions and Rituals
Medicine Wheel Yoga
A therapeutic yoga session inspired by Indigenous wisdom, focusing on reconnection with the natural elements and inner balance. A grounding and healing experience.
Full Moon Yoga
A yin/restorative session aligned with the lunar cycle, blending the symbolism of the First Nations and the energies of nature.
Indigenous Crafts and Traditions
At La Hutte Médecine Étoilée, each creation is a meeting of hands, heart, and ancestral memory.
Craft workshops are offered seasonally or by appointment, starting at $50.
Sacred Drum Workshop
Create your own traditional drum (12″, 14″, 16″, or 18″) using natural hide and lacing prepared on-site. The workshop includes making your drumstick and concludes with a drum ceremony.
Duration: 4 hrs – Price varies based on size and materials.
Dreamcatcher Workshop
Learn how to weave the web of a traditional dreamcatcher using willow or steel hoops, then decorate it with feathers, beads, and personal ornaments. The experience concludes with a dreamcatcher ceremony.
Duration: 4 hrs – Starting at $10 per inch.
Sweetgrass Energy Catcher
Discover the sacred meaning of sweetgrass, a purifying plant used in Indigenous traditions. Each participant creates a unique energy catcher based on their essence and intention.
Duration: 1 hr – $55.
Talking Stick Workshop
Craft a symbolic 18-inch talking stick adorned with leather, feathers, beads, and stones. The workshop includes the teaching and ceremony of the talking stick’s traditional use.
Duration: 2 hrs – $65.
Beaded Fringe Earrings
Learn the basics of traditional Indigenous beadwork and create your own fringe earrings. All materials are provided.
Duration: 3 hrs – $60.
Beadwork Workshop
Discover the art of Indigenous beadwork in a warm and creative atmosphere. No experience required.
All materials available for an additional $5.
Every second Thursday, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. – Duration: 2 hrs – $30 (+ $5 if materials provided).
Medicine Pouch Workshop
Learn about the symbolism and purpose of the medicine pouch and discover the sacred herbs used in First Nations traditions.
Duration: 1 hr – $55.
A Place of Healing, Sharing, and Cultural Transmission
La Hutte Médecine Étoilée is a living space where culture, spirituality, and wellness intertwine.
Every activity—whether meditative, creative, or ceremonial—contributes to the transmission of Indigenous knowledge and the celebration of Huron-Wendat culture.
Experience a respectful, inspiring, and deeply human journey in Wendake,
a welcoming land where tradition and healing meet.
