Serve. Love. Give. Purify. Meditate. Realize. Be Good Do Good. Be Kind. Be Compassionate. -Swami Sivananda
What We Do
Our mission is to promote the time-tested teachings of yoga by working one on one, or in a safe cohesive class setting with our yoga and life coaching clients.We employ the classical yoga methods of:
▫ Yoga Poses (asanas)
▫ Meditation (dhyana)
▫ Breathing Exercises (pranayama)
▫ Self-inquiry (Vedanta)
Our yoga programs will guide you on a path of union between the body, mind and spirit. Come join us!
We employ both modern and ancient yogic methods towards healthy living and self-realization. If you are someone who seeks to explore and transform your inner world, thus transforming your outer world in a positive and dramatic way, we are here to facilitate you in this life-altering endeavor.
Beyond the Physical
Although many people are initially attracted to yoga postures for the physical benefits of increased flexibility, improved muscle tone and vital circulation, those who practice yoga regularly quickly realize the greater benefits which extend well beyond the physical.Timeless
Practicing yoga using these timeless methods taps existing realms deep within our being where our natural affinity for peace and abundance is awakened. We encourage people to become aware of the depth and reach of the ancient philosophies of Yoga and Vedanta.
Apprenticeship
Spiritual practices are largely about apprenticeship. This means that one works without fully understanding the implications of the task at hand until later, and one's understanding grows organically and more completely due to the slow, methodical approach taken in this style of teaching.The Mind
In the end, yoga is about your conscious control of the mind, as your tool to cross the ocean of suffering we all share as living beings. To this end, we have written a series of comprehensive (i.e. long) articles on what yoga has to say about the mind.
What's New
New Yoga Classes!September starts our Fall program, with two classes: Monday Sept 6th and Sept 13th at 5pm at Yoga Weyr
then a 7-8:30pm class called "Yoga For Athletes" at Beban Park. Sign up online here.
Construction!
Silent Motion Island Yoga Vedanta Centre construction has begun! Click here for the story. We're aiming to open in early October, during Navaratri.
Yoga Connect ProjectWE'RE ON THE RADIO! Link goes to an mp3 file.
WE'RE IN THE PAPER! Last year a pilot project for 'youth at risk' at Nanaimo District Secondary School. The idea behind this project came from The Lineage Project of New York City. Both media links are live now.
Spring Class Thank You!
Thanks to everyone who participated in our Spring programs! In particular, the Beban group was excellent.
Please call 250-754-9416 or email us using the contact form if you have any questions.
What Is Classical Yoga?
1) An ancient system of knowledge based on the Vedas and Yoga scriptures. It is not subject to the creativity of an individual.2) The method of transmission is through a lineage of spiritual teachers (masters/gurus) to students (disciples)- this is called the Gurukula system.
3) It is a complete system. The teachings are not partial; includes body/mind/spirit practices- not only asanas (yoga postures), and includes training in ethics and meditation.
4) It is a discipline and the training is rigorous: it is not a quick fix and takes time. The student needs to be consistent and put in effort.
5) It is universal - not sectarian: the teachings are to benefit all, irrespective of cultural, religious backgrounds and other social conditions.
6) It is selfless - spiritual knowledge can not be sold.
7) The goal is inner peace or Self-realization: i.e. realization of one's highest potentials.
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