Hatha Yoga Classes | Butterfly Tree Yoga

Hatha Yoga on Denman (Pre-Registered; Open to Public)

Thursdays 4:15 - 5:30 PM

The Gathering Place (back hall of Denman Island United Church), 4575 Denman Road

Taystay'ich (Denman Island, BC)

Pre-Registered Series in 4-Week Blocks

Sept. 5-26; Oct. 3-24; Oct. 31 – Nov. 21; Nov. 28 – Dec. 19, 2024

Jan. 9-30; Feb. 6-27; Mar. 6-27; Apr. 3-24, 2025

$40-80 per 4-week Series (sliding scale)

Calm your mind and centre yourself.
Gently build strength, flexibility, balance, and focus.
Increase body awareness, breath connection, and mindfulness.
Support a relaxed and resilient nervous system.
Reduce stress and pain.
Nurture and/or challenge yourself in a welcoming, supportive, non-judgmental atmosphere.

This practice includes asana (physical yoga postures done on a mat), pranayama (conscious breathing), guided meditation, and a bit of mantra (chanting). This is a mixed-level class with multiple variations and step-by-step options which could range from gently active to moderately challenging. We move at a slow grounding pace coordinated with our breath and tuned in to body sensations.

This style of yoga is designed for people who can get up and down off the floor unassisted several times. These classes are guided by a yoga therapist with a trauma-informed approach, adapting options to support people with a variety of injuries, disabilities, and health conditions. Beginners and experienced practitioners welcome.

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!