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TWiSTED OUTREACH PROJECT

Workshops

TOPS offers a variety of workshops in British Columbia, Canada and in various other locations throughout North America and beyond. Our workshops provide a safe, non-judgmental space that is open to everyone. No previous experience is required. In an effort to include all, many of our workshop fees are open to sliding-scale payment based on the participant's need – please contact us about the workshop you're specifically interested in. 

Classes are primarily led by Martha Carter, often in collaboration with other TOPS associates who are experienced working with people with back issues, particularly scoliosis. Our team of associates includes yoga, Pilates and dance instructors, life coaches, physiotherapists, massage therapists, chiropractors and Tension and Trauma Release (TRE) providers.

Many of our TOPS classes and workshops are offered in-person while others are online via Zoom. For more information, check out the workshop you are interested in below - and don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions!

Interested in our NEW recorded digital class offerings available for purchase/download?
Check out the TOPS Digital Studio here!

Upcoming workshops and classes:

 

‘SCOLIOSIS SATURDAYS’
—WITH MARTHA CARTER

ONLINE

Class Details:

Six Saturdays, March 21 - May 2, 2026

9:30am-10:45am PT | 12:30pm-1:45pm ET | 4:30pm-5:45pm GMT

Registration is open!

Martha will be teaching ‘Somatic Yoga for Scoliosis and Fusions’, a blend of gentle yet deep foundational movements using Essential Somatics, Yoga for Scoliosis, and more.

Yoga for Scoliosis and Fusions offers a gentle approach for scoliotic spines that helps people breathe into their concavities, decompress their curves, derotate their twists, repattern their imbalances, reinforce new patterns, strengthen and stabilize weak areas, and in general feel better about their backs!

Somatics is a very gentle, and pleasurable approach to movement that leads to pain-free mobility. Based on the teachings of philosopher and movement theorist, Thomas Hanna, Somatics exercises are easy to enjoy for all levels and abilities, and it can be very effective very quickly.

NOTE: Classes will be recorded and available to all registrants for two weeks following each class.

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‘Gentle Sunday YOGA’
—with Martha Carter

ONLINE

Join us for these weekend classes with Scoliosis and Spinal Fusion expert, Martha Carter. Open to everyone, at any level.

Class Details:

Six Sundays, March 22 - May 3, 2026 (no class on April 5)

10:00am-11:00am PT | 1:00pm-2:00pm ET | 5:00pm-6:00pm GMT

Registration is open!

‘Gentle Sunday Yoga’ is a stimulating Sunday starter! This class is gentle yet just the right amount of challenge for all levels and body types. Each class starts sitting in a chair for some deep breathing and gentle stretching. This is followed by dynamic movement which leads to restorative relaxation on the floor. From there, your Sunday has begun.

Martha loves teaching this weekly class to friends and family around the world. It’s not only a great way to start the day, but also a wonderful way to stay connected regularly while sharing a common quest for health and wellness and fun.

NOTE: This class is by donation.

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Fusion Forum

ONLINE

This (FREE!) online gathering helps to build awareness around how people with fusions can find ways to help themselves as they age. Facilitated by Martha Carter, each Forum features a few ‘fusioneers’ with impactful stories and learning to share, and finishes with a Q&A.

The next Fusion Forum will be happening on Thursday, April 16, 2026 from 1:00pm - 2:30pm PT (4:00pm - 5:30pm ET). If you would like to join, you can register here.

You will receive an email confirmation after registering and then an email reminder 24 hours prior to the event.

The first Forum recording, Aging with a Spinal Fusion, from December 2024 can be found on the TOPS YouTube channel! Watch it here.

The second Forum, Fusion Surgery Later in Life, was recorded in April 2025. Watch it here.

The third Forum, Stories of Revision Surgery, took place on December 11, 2025. Watch the recording here!

Forums are recorded and available for replay on the TOPS YouTube page for those who cannot attend 'live'. Email us with any questions!

BODY CARE ON THE BEACH (BCOB)
”the best vacation ever!”
—With Martha Carter
Troncones, Mexico

Tues. March 3 - Tues. march 10, 2026

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Email us if interested; we’ll add you to the registration waitlist!

Looking for some rest, rejuvenation, and inspiration?

Come join Martha Carter for a week of stimulating bodywork and movement exploration, giving special attention to calming the nervous system, balancing core muscles, and strengthening the whole body with ease.

Taught in the beautiful beachfront yoga studio of Casa Verde in Troncones, Mexico, this retreat offers a perfect winter getaway, providing just the right balance of yoga, movement, nature, and fun!

Martha's gentle approach, combining yoga, somatics, and relaxation techniques, will rejuvenate your body and lift your spirit!

All levels welcome. No movement experience required.

Retreat includes: 

  • All classes

  • 7 nights accommodation, King bed double occupancy in ocean-front rooms.

  • 3 catered meals (light breakfast, brunch, and dinner) per day

  • Transportation to and from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo (ZIH) airport.


ACCOMMODATIONS:
Participants will stay in beautiful beachfront palapas at Los Raqueros, just a 15-minute walk from Casa Verde yoga studio where classes will be held. The villa has direct access to ocean swimming on Troncones beach, as well as a beach-side swimming pool.

**Retreat cost is based on room selection. Register before our deadline of December 31, 2025 to secure these rates (savings of $100 USD!):

COST:

  • Between $1,975 - $2,425 USD per person based on room occupancy if booked before November 28.

  • DEPOSIT REQUIRED: $650 USD to reserve your spot.

    Participants are responsible for airfare to and from Ixtapa/Zihuatenejo airport. 

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‘Somatic Solutions for Back CaRe, scoliosis & Fusions: A Healing Workshop for Your Back, Body & Whole Self’
—with Martha Carter

ONLINE ONLY

1 Saturday, 2.5 hour Workshop

  • May 9, 2026 - 9:30am - 12:00pm PT (12:30pm - 3:00pm ET)

Do you live with back pain, scoliosis, spinal fusion, chronic tension, or an old injury that never fully resolved?

Or perhaps you simply feel a lingering stiffness or fatigue that you can’t quite shake?

If so, this workshop was created for you.

Learn a series of gentle, floor-based movements that calm the nervous system, unwind long-held tension, restore natural alignment, and reawaken ease in your body with the goal of finding pain-free mobility. 

This retreat is designed for all ages, all abilities, and all levels of movement experience. No previous somatics, yoga, or fitness practice is needed.

Note: Recording will be available to all registrants for two weeks following the workshop.

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‘Back in balance ON THE BEACH (BIBOB): Finding Physical and mental balance with curves, twists, and fusions’
—With Martha Carter & Claudia Katherine
Troncones, Mexico

SunDay, November 8 - Sunday, November 15, 2026

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ABOUT THE RETREAT

Are you interested in learning more about your scoliosis, imbalanced spine, spinal fusion, or related conditions?

Would you like to connect with others with the same condition while learning gentle exercises to help ease the discomfort?

Would you like to do that in a spectacular open air, beachfront yoga studio in Mexico with birds and whales in the sunset?

If so, then say YES! 

Treat yourself to a wonderful week of relaxation and rejuvenation while gaining knowledge, wisdom and new awareness of you!

Join Martha and Claudia for a week of exploration, investigating your own twisted and curved spine while also connecting to the powerful nature and culture of Troncones. Guests stay at a charming, family-run, beachside hotel where they will also enjoy daily breakfast and several dinners at their wonderful restaurant.  

Savour the daily, gentle scoliosis-focused movement classes, held on the beautiful beachfront yoga platform of Casa Verde in Troncones, Mexico, Other activities include nature excursions, as well as beach walks, shopping, swimming, boogie boarding, surfing, sunset cocktail hour, and don’t forget about those siestas!

By the end of the week, you will not only be rested and rejuvenated, but you will have new friends and new tools (and very possibly a tan!) to support yourself in life moving forward. You will come away with a new depth of understanding of how you can help yourself as you develop your own, customized movement practice tailored to your specific needs for continued exploration at home.

Give yourself a break and join us to get BACK IN BALANCE ON THE BEACH.

All levels welcome. No movement experience required.  

RETREAT INFORMATION

Retreat includes: 

  • All classes

  • 7 nights accommodation, double occupancy, in ocean-front rooms.

  • 3 catered meals (light breakfast, brunch, and dinner) per day.

  • Transportation to and from Ixtapa/Zihuatanejo (ZIH) airport (participants are responsible for airfare to and from Mexico).

Important - less expensive flights sell out… so book soon to get the best flight at the time of your choosing!


ACCOMMODATIONS:
Participants will stay in beautiful beachfront rooms at Los Raqueros, just a 15-minute walk from Casa Verde yoga studio where classes will be held. The villa has direct access to ocean swimming on Troncones beach, as well as a beach-side swimming pool.

Register before our deadline of July 15, 2026 to secure these rates (savings of $100 USD!):

  • Shared King bedroom / private bathroom: $1,975 USD per person for 2 occupants.

  • Solo King Bedroom / private bathroom: $2,425 USD per person for single occupancy.

COST:

  • Between $1,975 - $2,425 USD per person based on room occupancy if booked before July 15.

  • DEPOSIT REQUIRED: $650 USD to reserve your spot.

    ***Participants are responsible for airfare to and from Ixtapa/Zihuatenejo airport. 

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Other Class Offerings by OUR Tops ASSOCIATES

Enjoy other scoliosis-based classes by some of the TOPS Associates!

We have a wide network of Associates who are experts in their field, are trained in and have a focus on scoliosis, and have a valued relationship with TOPS that has developed over the years.

Please note: Questions and Registrations are handled directly with the TOPS Associate offering the class.

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