The Lotus Centre
An inspiring yoga lifestyle training centre rooted in authentic eastern traditions, offering yoga, meditation, teacher trainings, retreats, empowerment programs, and conscious community in the heart of downtown St. John’s.
The Lotus Centre, operated by 35-year veteran yoga and meditation teacher Meranda Squires, is an inspiring yoga lifestyle training centre nestled in the heart of downtown St. John’s at 52 Prescott Street, Newfoundland, Canada.
For over two decades, The Lotus Centre has served as a sanctuary for sincere seekers — a place where the ancient wisdom of yoga is preserved, practiced, and lived.
Rooted in authentic eastern traditions, the Centre offers a supportive community dedicated to yoga, meditation, philosophy, chanting, natural living, and authentic communication.
Yoga Alliance Certified Training School
Supporting the next generation of yoga teachers, facilitators, and conscious leaders.
The Lotus Centre is proudly recognized as a Yoga Alliance certified training school, graduating 10 to 15 yoga teachers each year.
In addition to foundational trainings, the Centre provides continuing education and advanced studies for yoga teachers who seek deeper knowledge, embodiment, and refinement in both personal and professional practice.
Programs & Offerings
Experiences designed to support self-inquiry, empowerment, healing, conscious living, and spiritual growth.
Personal Development
- Yoga Classes & Yoga Lifestyle Workshops
- Meditation Courses
- Dyads & Authentic Communication
- Chanting & Philosophy Gatherings
- Enlightenment Intensive Retreats
- Empowerment Programs
- Laya Yoga Retreats
- Weekend & Seasonal Workshops
- Community Groups & Mentorship
Professional Development
- 200 Hr Soma Yoga Teacher Training
- 300 Hr Lotus Laya Yoga Training
- Meditation Teacher Training
- Mind Clearing Training
- Empowerment Facilitator Training
- Enlightenment Intensive Monitor Training
- Master Level Trainings
Community & Vision
- Authentic Eastern Practice
- Conscious Living
- Yoga Philosophy
- Natural Living & Simplicity
- Inner Freedom & Truth
- Supportive Spiritual Community
- Connection & Transformation
Professional Certifications & Training
The Lotus Centre is also a respected provider of professional-level certifications, supporting practitioners who wish to refine their craft or become leaders in the field of yoga and meditation.
These programs uphold the highest standards of integrity, wisdom, experiential learning, and authentic practice — equipping teachers and facilitators to serve with confidence, compassion, and authenticity.
A Community Rooted In Truth & Connection
The Lotus Centre continues to grow as a community devoted to inner freedom, conscious living, and the awakening of one’s highest potential.
Under Meranda’s guidance, the Centre remains a living lighthouse — illuminating the path for those seeking deeper understanding, self-realization, healing, and spiritual growth.
