Gentle Hatha Yoga (Pre-Register or Drop-In; Open to Public)
Thursdays 3:30 - 4:45 PM
January 2025 - present
The Gathering Place
(back hall of Denman Island United Church)
4575 Denman Road
Taystay'ich (Denman Island, BC)
$10-20 (sliding scale) per class
RSVP / Pre-Register Now: Contact Erin
This class is focused on accessibility. Expect a slow pace, lots of props to support our bodies, and multiple variations to choose from for every pose (including the optional support of a chair for seated or standing postures). This mat-based class is designed for people who can get up and down off the floor a few times (slowly with the support of a chair is fine).
Gentle Hatha is guided by a yoga therapist with a trauma-informed approach, adapting options to support people with a variety of injuries, disabilities, and health conditions.
This practice includes asana (physical yoga postures done on a mat), pranayama (conscious breathing), guided meditation, and a bit of mantra (chanting). Beginners and experienced practitioners welcome.
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Calm your mind and centre yourself.
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Gently build strength, flexibility, balance, and focus.
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Increase body awareness, breath connection, and mindfulness.
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Support a relaxed and resilient nervous system.
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Reduce stress and pain.
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Nurture and/or challenge yourself in a welcoming, supportive, non-judgmental atmosphere.
Provided: Yoga props. Yoga mats.
Suggested to Bring/Wear: Comfy clothing that supports freedom of movement. Water bottle. BYO yoga mat and light blanket if you can.
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55+ Moderate Yoga (Drop-In or Pre-Registered; Open to Public)
Thursdays 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
June 29 - August 17, 2023
Maintain Your Independence program through Pender Islands Health Centre
Pender Island Community Hall
4418 Bedwell Harbour Road
S,DÁYES (Pender Island, BC)
Build and maintain strength, balance, mobility and range of motion. The class will include breath work, meditation, gentle stretching, a balancing sequence and relaxation.
Please bring your own yoga mat. Cushions are provided. I suggest wearing comfortable clothing that does not restrict your range of motion.
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Gentle Strength
Mondays 9:00 - 10:05 AM (except holidays)
Ajna Yoga
#209 - 2250 Oak Bay Avenue (behind Oaks Restaurant at corner of Monterey)
Lək̓ʷəŋən & W̱SÁNEĆ Territories (Victoria, BC)
March 2019 - March 2020 (cancelled due to Covid-19 pandemic)
A mindful practice to gently build strength and stability, focusing on core muscle groups in coordination with the breath. This is a mixed-level class with multiple variations and step-by-step options.
Accessible for beginners, ages 50+ and those with injuries who are able to get up and down from the floor, people living in abundant bodies, and those who enjoy a slower more grounding pace - everyone welcome!