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INTEGRATIVE THERAPY CLINIC & SCHOOL, Ottawa & Online

Somatic Practices • Yin Yoga • Breathwork • Reiki

Grounded Movement is a space for nervous system strengthening and regulation, embodied awareness, and cognitive behavioural awareness to support meaningful personal transformation.

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E-RYT 200

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Yoga Alliance Registered

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Reiki Certified

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Breathwork Facilitator

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1,000+ Classes Taught

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E-RYT 200 ▲ Yoga Alliance Registered ▲ Reiki Certified ▲ Breathwork Facilitator ▲ 1,000+ Classes Taught ▲

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The Method

Top-down and bottom-up, a complete approach to nervous system regulation.

Talk therapy works with the mind. Movement-based therapy works with the body.

Grounded Movement works with the nervous system.

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Together, they create what most wellness approaches don’t: a complete path. Not just insight, but integration. Not just awareness, but practical tools you can use the next day and the day after.

This is not surface-level wellness. It is a deep profound approach, built on over a decade of lived devotion, Yin Yoga, martial arts, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tibetan Buddhism, somatic study, Breathwork, and thousands of hours of practice and teaching. Clients don’t just feel better in the session. They leave equipped.

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Working with the mind first

The top-down approach

Through mindfulness, meditation, and awareness practices, training the mind to understand its own nature, calm its reactivity, and build tools for regulation in daily life.

Mindfulness · Meditation · Awareness

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Working with what the body holds

The bottom-up approach

Through Yin Yoga, breathwork, somatic movement, and Reiki, releasing the tension, patterns, and stress that are stored physically and that talk alone can’t fully reach.

Yin Yoga · Breathwork · Somatic Movement · Reiki

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Deepen your practice. Find your path.

IN PERSON ·  OTTAWA

Holistic Wellness Space

In-person trainings, private sessions, Reiki healing, and immersive events at Grounded Movement's Ottawa practice.

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FROM ANYWHERE

Online

Structured programs, self-paced courses, online trainings, and on-demand resources, accessible wherever you are.

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Meet Imad Khaddaj

Imad didn’t stumble into this work. He built his life around it.

After leaving a stable career to fully commit to this path, he spent years immersed in martial arts training in Thailand, Ashtanga yoga, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tibetan Buddhism, Reiki, and somatic movement. He became a certified personal trainer and breathwork facilitator, attended multiple meditation retreats, and has since taught over 1,000 classes.

What sets his work apart is the integration. His authority comes not from a list of credentials, but from the integrity, discipline, and depth with which he shows up every single day. This is not a career. It is a lifelong path.

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10+ Years of Practice

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1,000+ Classes Taught

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6 Disciplines Integrated

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10+ Years of Practice ▲ 1,000+ Classes Taught ▲ 6 Disciplines Integrated ▲

WHAT CLIENTS SAY

Real experiences. Real transformation.

  • "Imad Khaddaj is an outstanding yin yoga and breathwork instructor, who brings depth, generosity, care and attention to his teachings."

    “I would wholeheartedly recommend Imad to any student wishing to explore yin yoga, breathwork, or other healing modalities, to benefit from his expertise and insights, including in polyvagal theory and nervous system regulation.”

    -Émilie HD

  • "He is extremely knowledgeable and he has a true passion for Chinese medicine and reiki."

    Highly recommend Imad. I went into this place for reiki with Imad due to an infertility journey and his approach was professional, humbling and healing. He is extremely knowledgeable and he has a true passion for Chinese medicine and reiki. I had two sessions with him, and I'm now expecting after a 15 month long infertility journey. If you are in a position where enduring a lot of stress and feel overwhelmed I highly suggest booking. There are plenty of benefits to reiki :)

    -Laura Njo

  • "I've been doing spiritual coaching with Imad and it's helped so much on my journey."

    “If you're feeling called to take your spiritual practice to a new level, I really recommend Imad. He is very caring and kind and created a safe space for me to explore deeper levels of myself. I love that he keeps challenging me to see things from new perspectives, but it always feels gentle and safe. Thank you, Imad!”

    -Anca Andrei-Stadnic

  • "Imad’s yin classes are beautiful, healing, and among my favourite practices."

    “His warmth and wisdom radiates throughout his teaching, making each of his classes a uniquely soulful experience. I highly recommend Imad and his classes!!”

    -Alea Husseini

  • "Love his dynamic offering of different movements."

    “I have been taking Imad’s classes (Yoga flow, Yin yoga) for a few months regularly and it’s been wonderful! Love his dynamic offering of different movements. Even if it’s within the same class, every week, there’s always something new to learn and experience. I think what makes Imad’s classes special is his holistic approach having been trained in all interconnected disciplines of health, fitness, and spirituality. Highly recommend it! :)”

    -Jaelin Lee

  • "I have been doing yoga for 18 years now and Imad is one of the best teachers I have ever had."

    “His Flow classes are well choreographed, varied and fun & in his Yin classes, he really teaches you how to meditate. If you want to feel real zen I highly recommend Imad’s classes!”

    -Michelle L

  • "His skill and insight have fostered a deep appreciation for the practice."

    Coming to yoga as a novice, I've been amazed by the progress I've made under Imad's instruction. I completely trust him and look forward to every class, eager to further my evolution.

    -Mo

UPCOMING EVENT

Limited Spots

Usui/Holy Fire® Reiki I and II Training

In-Person, Ottawa October 23–25, 2026 ·

The Grounded Movement Reiki I & II Training is a complete educational pathway designed to help you develop a practical and embodied relationship with universal life force energy. First within yourself, and then in your work with others as a Reiki practitioner.

Through education, in-person experience, Reiki Placements and Experiences, supervised practice, and a three-month integration pathway, you will learn to observe, feel, and work with energy with greater awareness, presence, and trust.

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