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:
▫ Asana practice (yoga poses)
▫ Meditation (dhyana)
▫ Pranayama (breath work)
▫ Self-inquiry (study)
Our yoga programs will guide you on a path of union between the body, mind and spirit. Come join us!
We help people connect to their true Self by teaching, training, and coaching the body, mind and spirit. 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.
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
We have a total of 3 classes happening now:◦ Mondays at Yoga Weyr studio from 5:15-6:45 in preparation for the 7pm Meditation Class(DurgaDas)
◦ Tuesdays 3:30pm at Ladysmith Intermediate School (a course for staff) (DurgaDas)
◦ NDSS High School (link goes to map) Thursdays at 1:30pm for Alternate Ed Students (Yoga Connect project) (DurgaDas & Shakti)
Click here for our calendar.
Yoga Connect Project
Currently Regis is teaching a pilot project on Thursdays for 'youth at risk' at Nanaimo District Secondary School. The idea behind this project came from The Lineage Project of New York City.Regis Is Available To Teach
Regis has some limited availability now to teach at studios or community centers in and around the Nanaimo area.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.