Classes Offered
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No Previous Yoga or Pilates Experience Required for ANY Classes. We allow for a maximum of 15 students per class. This is NOT a hot yoga studio.
Women who are in the 2nd & 3rd trimesters of pregnancy, are asked to only attend Pre-Natal classes. We feel this is the safest & healthiest practice for women during this precious time.
Hatha
Hatha Yoga is a system of yoga introduced in the 15th century in India. This particular system of yoga is the most popular, and is the one from which several other styles of yoga is derived.
Hatha Yoga is utilized to achieve balance between body and mind, as well as attempting to free the more subtle spiritual elements of the mind through physical postures, breathing techniques, and meditation. This class is for all levels.
Yin Yoga has the same goals and objectives as any other school of yoga. However, it directs the stimulation normally created in the asana portion of the practice deeper than the superficial or muscular tissues, or the yang tissues. Yin Yoga targets the connective tissues, such as the ligaments, bones, and even the joints of the body that normally are not exercised very much in a more active style of asana practice. Suitable for all levels of students.
Mom & Baby
This class is an ideal way to rebalance your body and rejuvenate your energy while enjoying time with your baby and building social connections. Enhance your sense of body awareness and positive body image, improve balance, strengthen muscles and reduce stress and fatigue. Babies are gently and safely incorporated into the class as observers or active participants using soothing massage, yoga poses and stretches to strengthen the connections of intimacy, affection and trust. With the small class sizes, we can offer a unique experience that is calming and nurturing. This class is open to women who are 4-weeks post-vaginal birth, 6-weeks post-cesarean birth and to babies who are not actively crawling. Come & enjoy some time with others who are experiencing this change of life, and to simply find a small space of time for yourself – YOU DESERVE IT!
Vinyasa Flow
Vinyasa Flow Yoga is intense and flowing type of hatha yoga that improves strength, flexibility and concentration. Each class will include a short meditation, breathing exercise (pranayama) and end in a deep relaxation (savasana). The postures together with controlled breathing produces heat and cleanse the body. Modifications for postures will be given throughout the class making it great for all levels. Leave feeling confident and energized!
Our Kundalini class is open to all levels of practice. It incorporates yoga postures, breathing exercises, mantras, mudras and meditation to awaken the Kundalini energy housed at the base of the spine. Kundalini yoga is an ancient tool for promoting physical well-being, expanding consciousness and tapping into creativity.
Mat Pilates (all levels)
Pilates classes focus on creating a connection of breath and movement, using the abdominal muscles and spine. Each class develops from the previous one, enabling students to move through various exercises at various levels. It is an ideal compliment to any other physical practice. Open to all levels.
Jivamukti
Jivamukti is a Vinyasa style practice and classes tend to be physically intense. Each class has a theme, which is explored through yoga scripture, chanting, meditation, asana, pranayama, and music. This class, as are all classes at our space, is open to all levels.
At Yogacara, we believe that there is no time when people should be excluded from practice because of financial restraints. We also know the challenges of new teachers seeking experience in the community. At Yogacara we have a system that allows everyone to Pay It Forward. Students attend this class by donation of canned goods. The teacher provides the service for free. Yogacara will then donate $3.00 for every student who attends these sessions to the Vancouver Food Bank.* This is true Karmic Yoga: giving without expectation of anything in return.
* Yogacara, may from time to time, change the charity to which donations are applied, based on need, time of year etc.
We all recognize that pregnancy is a unique and wondrous time in life. At Yogacara, our goal is to maintain a comfortable and calming environment for pregnant women. Class size is kept small, assuring that you will receive individual attention. The Pre-Natal classes strengthen the body for child bearing and aid in relieving the common discomforts your body experiences. Classes also help you find the time and space to look within yourself, allowing you to openly explore your own intrinsic knowledge about the process of birth. Women who are in the 2nd & 3rd trimesters of pregnancy, are asked to only attend Pre-Natal classes. We feel this is the safest & healthiest practice for women during this precious time.
Restorative
Restorative yoga is thought of by many as “active relaxation”. It is specifically designed for when you feel fatigued, weak or stressed from daily life. The props used while practicing the various restorative yoga poses are designed to provide support and be conducive to total relaxation. Additionally, each of the restorative yoga poses moves the spine in all directions, putting into practice the ancient yoga idea that a healthy spine promotes well-being. All levels are welcome and all props are provided for the class.