About
A small team, a potting bench, and a gap worth filling
Yoga y Esencias Academy was founded in Toronto by a small team of growers, herbalists, and educators who noticed that the learning resources for indoor herb cultivation were either too technical, too rushed, or simply not written for a Canadian climate. We built this platform to change that.
Values
What we believe about learning
Truly self-paced
There are no cohorts, no live deadlines, and no expiry on your access. You learn when it suits your schedule — whether that is a quiet Tuesday morning or a Sunday evening in January.
Filmed in a real home
Every lesson is shot in an ordinary Toronto home, not a professional studio. You see real windowsills, real countertops, and real results — including the occasional imperfection.
Built for Canadian winters
Low humidity, forced-air heating, and short daylight hours are addressed directly in every relevant course. The advice is specific to the conditions you actually face.
Kits that match the lessons
Optional starter kits are assembled to match each course exactly. Every item in the kit appears in the corresponding lessons, so nothing sits unused.
Privacy and receipts handled properly
The platform complies with PIPEDA for your personal data and issues CRA-compliant receipts for every purchase — useful at tax time.
A community that moves at your pace
The private forum is a low-pressure space to ask questions and share progress. There is no expectation to post on a schedule or keep up with a class.
Our story
How Yoga y Esencias took root
Yoga y Esencias Academy was founded in Toronto by a small team of passionate growers, herbalists, and educators who noticed a gap: plenty of people wanted to grow herbs indoors and extract their own botanical essences, but the learning resources were either too technical, too rushed, or simply not written for a Canadian climate. We built this platform to change that. Every course is filmed in a real home setting, paced slowly enough that nothing gets skipped, and written with the assumption that you are starting from scratch. We cover everything from choosing the right soil mix for a Toronto apartment to keeping lavender alive through a February cold snap. Our starter kits ship across Canada so your first lesson begins with the right tools already in your hands. We are registered in Ontario, comply with PIPEDA for your privacy, and issue receipts that meet CRA requirements.
- 2019
Yoga y Esencias Academy founded in Toronto. The first course — Indoor Herb Cultivation Foundations — is recorded and published.
- 2020
The Aromatic Plants in Canadian Winters course is added after students ask for specific guidance on keeping plants alive through the heating season.
- 2021
Starter kits begin shipping across Canada, allowing students to follow along from lesson one without sourcing supplies separately.
- 2022
The Extraction series (Beginner and Intermediate) launches, extending the curriculum from growing through to finished botanical essences.
- 2024
The Grower & Distiller Bundle is introduced, bringing together all six core courses into a single enrolment path.
How we work
From browsing to your first lesson
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Browse and choose
Read through the course descriptions and decide which topic fits where you are right now. If you are unsure, the Foundations course is almost always the right starting point.
- 2
Enrol and pay securely
Complete your purchase through the secure checkout. Tax is calculated based on your province and added at checkout. A CRA-compliant receipt is e-mailed to you immediately.
- 3
Access your course
Your course appears in your account dashboard right away. If you ordered a starter kit, a tracking number is sent by e-mail within 1–2 business days.
- 4
Watch, pause, rewind
Work through the video lessons at your own pace. Every lesson can be rewatched as many times as you like. Download the PDF resources to keep alongside your plants.
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Ask questions in the forum
Post a question, share a photo of your progress, or browse what other students have asked. The forum is included with every course and has no activity requirements.
Facilities
- Fully online video platform accessible on any device — desktop, tablet, or phone
- Private community forum included with every course enrolment
- Downloadable PDF resources for every course (recipes, charts, schedules)
- Secure checkout with provincial tax calculation and CRA-compliant receipts
- Physical starter kits assembled and shipped from Toronto to all Canadian addresses
- PIPEDA-compliant data handling for all student accounts
Service area
Available across Canada, shipped from Toronto
Online courses available across Canada; physical starter kits shipped to all provinces and territories.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Do I need any prior experience to take a Yoga y Esencias course?
No. The Foundations course and most others are designed for complete beginners. Every term is explained the first time it appears, and nothing is assumed.
Are the courses live or pre-recorded?
All courses are pre-recorded. There are no scheduled live sessions, no cohorts, and no deadlines. You watch at whatever time and pace works for you.
How long do I have access to a course after I enrol?
Lifetime access. Once you enrol, the videos and downloadable materials are available in your account indefinitely.
Are prices shown before or after tax?
All prices shown on the site are before applicable sales tax. Tax is calculated based on your province and added at checkout.
Will I receive a receipt I can use for tax purposes?
Yes. A CRA-compliant digital receipt is e-mailed to you immediately after every purchase.
How is my personal information handled?
The platform handles all student data in accordance with PIPEDA, Canada's federal privacy law. You can review the full Privacy Policy on the website.
Do I have to buy a starter kit?
No. Kits are optional. Every course lists exactly what you need, and most items are available at Canadian garden centres or hardware stores.
How long does kit shipping take?
Kits ship from Toronto and typically arrive within 3–7 business days to most Canadian addresses. A tracking number is sent by e-mail after dispatch.
Can I buy a course as a gift?
Yes. Gift enrolments are available for every course at the same price as a standard enrolment. An e-voucher is delivered by e-mail for you to forward to the recipient.
What if I have a question about course content?
Every course includes access to a private community forum where you can post questions. Both other students and the course team respond there. There is no time pressure — post whenever you are ready.
Contact
Ready to tend your first herb garden?
Browse the courses, pick the one that fits where you are right now, and your first lesson is waiting in your account the moment you enrol.