WORKSHOPS
At One Yoga Vancouver we are passionate about Yoga education. We want our students to be inspired to learn and grow continuously. We are proud to offer high-quality workshops to help student’s connect more deeply with their practice.
Please take a look at our upcoming offerings listed below :)
YOGA with SRI SHUBHA
Join Sri Shubha, Sri T Krishnamacharya’s youngest daughter, together with the One Yoga Community for a weekly semi-private online class with this joyful master teacher! You will not find many opportunities like this to study directly in the Krishnamacharya lineage in such an intimate and personal way.
All levels welcome. She teaches a wide variety of poses and pranayama each week.
Date: Wednesdays 6-7am Vancouver time ONLINE
Contact: dani@oneyogavan.com if you have questions or wish to join!
VINYASA KRAMA AND KARMA YOGA with SRAIVATSA RAMASWAMI
Srivatsa Ramaswami is the longest standing student of Sri T Krishnamacharya outside of his own family and we are incredibly blessed that he will be teaching here in Victoria.
Join him in this 40 hour program. The morning will be dedicated to Vinyasa Krama by offering different vinyasa sequences and pranayama. The afternoon will be used to study Karma Yoga from the Bhagavad Gita. This program is open to students of all levels. There will be 1.5 hours of homework given.
The morning session will run from 8:30 am - 11:30 am. The afternoon session will run from 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm. Attendance at both sessions is required.
Come and study in a beautiful setting with a dedicated and knowledgable teacher. This is truly a once in a lifetime experience that may not come again.
Oct 11-18th
Early Bird Pricing: $500
Late Bird (After Sept 15th): $600
IYENGAR YOGA with FATHER JOE PEREIRA
Father Joe Pereira offers an authentic Iyengar Yoga experience, focusing on precise alignment using props. Expect systematic sequencing of poses, held for longer durations to deepen engagement. Pranayama (breath control) is integral, enhancing focus and calm. Father Joe views yoga as a "work in," promoting inner healing and "remembered wellness." His warm, intelligent style incorporates wisdom from Mother Teresa and B.K.S. Iyengar, explaining yoga's physiological benefits like achieving a "Blissful Brain."
Father Joe is a remarkable figure who embodies a unique blend of Catholic priesthood, social work, and yogic philosophy. He is the esteemed founder of the Kripa Foundation, one of the largest NGOs and non-profit organizations in India, which is dedicated to the care and rehabilitation of individuals affected with substance abuse and HIV/AIDS.
Born in Maharashtra, India, Father Joe began learning yoga at the young age of eleven. While pursuing his priestly vocation, he earned Master's degrees in Philosophy and Psychology from the University of Mumbai and received certification in counseling from the Hazelden Institute in the USA.
A pivotal moment came in 1968 when he met his renowned yoga guru B.K.S. Iyengar, and became his student, deeply immersing himself in Iyengar Yoga. In 1971, he started working with Mother Teresa, whose compassion and dedication profoundly influenced his mission to serve the marginalized population of people with substance use disorders in India.
In 1981, Father Joe founded the Kripa Foundation, "Kripa," derived from the Sanskrit word for "grace," reflects the foundation's core philosophy of spiritual development for healing addictions. It offers a comprehensive model of rehabilitation that integrates medical care, psychological support, and spiritual guidance.
Sat Sept 27 1:30-5:30 $100
Sun Sept 28 9-1 $100
ALIGNMENT & ADJUSTMENTS with Val Petrich
Join Val Petrich for 8 hours of adjustment and alignment training! Learn to observe your students, recognize appropriate alignment, and give meaningful adjustments and assists.
Sept 9 & 10th 11:30-3:30 $150
LEARN TO MEDITATE with DANI
Meditation is an integral part of the yogic journey, yet many people get discouraged and give up when faced with the common challenges of a new practice. If you've struggled to maintain a consistent meditation practice or wish to begin, this workshop is for you!
Join Dani for this 2-hour workshop where she'll cover the fundamentals of meditation. You'll learn the history and philosophy behind the practice, as well as the why and how of meditation. Dani will also guide you through the potential challenges you may encounter, giving you the tools to overcome them so you can unlock the many benefits of meditation.
Sept 14th 2-4 $40
HONOURING WATER: A Sound Journey with Shireen Banaee
An invitation to find balance as we near the end of the summer season. Join for an evening to honour the sacred element of water and the goddess of wisdom, knowledge and sound - Saraswatī.
Throughout our journey together we will balance the fire of summer with the element of water and reflect how the vibration of sound and water complement and work together. Métis teachings on the Four Directions will be woven throughout the evening.
Pranayama breathwork and mantra will set the foundation of our shared journey together. Expect cooling and soothing Restorative shapes all while experiencing a cleansing sound bath including the sounds of crystal bowls, drum, rattle and various instruments.
Sept. 19th 7:30-9:30pm
YOGA FOR GUT-MIND AXIS with Julia Rossa
Join Julia for this 2-hour workshop where she'll cover the fundamentals of working with gut-brain axis & vagus nerve through yoga & pranayama. You will learn how to calm your nervous system. Julia will guide you in using yoga props to stay longer in the poses, to reconnect with your body through a meditative practice. We will have also time for a Q&A session to provide individual attention. Julia has used her Yoga practice to work with her gut issues and is passionate about helping others do the same! Use any valid pass or membership to join!
This workshop is beneficial for anyone looking for a healthier digestive system, but especially for people who:
experience bloating, heaviness and/or cramps in belly
struggle with bowel movements
have been diagnosed with IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) or SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth)
notice that mood swings, feelings of anxiety, depression, anger are related to their daily routine and eating habits
often experience stress which influences their digestion
Sept 21st 1-3 Any pass or membership!
ONE YOGA METHOD 25 HR TEACHER INTENSIVE with Ryan and Dani
Ready to deepen your yoga practice and share its transformative power with others? Join the inspiring duo, Ryan and Dani, for an immersive 25-hour journey into the heart of the One Yoga Vinyasa Method!
Rooted in the authentic teachings of the Sri T Krishnamacharya lineage, this mini-training offers a comprehensive exploration of traditionally informed Vinyasas, the vital breath work of Pranayama, the uplifting resonance of chanting, and the profound wisdom of Yoga philosophy.
You'll not only refine your own practice but also gain invaluable insights into safe and effective adjustments and the practical skills to confidently guide your future students.
Don't miss this opportunity to cultivate a deeper understanding and learn how to thoughtfully offer this enriching practice!
Aspiring One Yoga Teachers this is your opportunity to get involved in the community and learn the method!
Trainees, this is a part of the 200 Hour YTT track :)
OCTOBER DATES in VANCOUVER!
Location: One Yoga Vancouver
Dates: October 22nd-26th
Time: 12-5 Daily (except Saturday 1:30-6:30)
Cost: $400 or $350 early until Sept 1st *$200/ month payment plan available
ASHTANGA VINYASA with Brad
Come discover the playful practice of Ashtanga Yoga with Brad! Ashtanga is a dynamic, playful, and energetic set sequence practice that moves students through many Vinyasas with standing postures, balancing, seated, backbending and inverting. Brad is a welcoming and lighthearted teacher and has many years of practice and teaching experience to safely guide students towards their depths. This is an opportunity to begin on your path to creating a personal practice that you take with you and tailor to meet your needs for the rest of your life.
OCT 5TH 12-2
Now Where Do We Go?
Heart opening Asana & Philosophy with Nicki Doane
Are you feeling that something is missing in modern yoga today? Are you craving a practice that both honors and offers insights into you and your experience? A practice that is not focused solely on the poses, but also on the process of yoga as seen through the poses? If you answered yes to any of the above, then this workshop is for you. Through Nicki’s experienced teaching of Maya Yoga, learn to make the connection between the alignment of the poses and the alignment of the mind. Maya is a Sanskrit word that means “illusion” and refers to what we think and perceive as real in this world. Patanjali, the original OG yoga psychologist said that the easiest way to access our psyche is through our physical tissue. The asanas(poses) are a means and a vehicle to transformation because they give us practical tools that we can use everyday in our yoga practice. Through both Dynamic and restorative yoga practices Nicki will lead you through an experience of yoga in an intelligent, compassionate, supportive, and often humorous way that will leave you transformed.
Friday, Feb 6th Free Your Hips, Free Your Life 5:30-7:30pm $60
Saturday, Feb 7th Maya Yoga Vinyasa Fusion Flow 8:30-11:30am $70
Saturday, Feb 7th Introduction to the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali 2-4pm $60
Sunday, Feb 8th Embracing the Unknown - Backward Bending Postures 8:30-11:30am $70
Sunday, Feb 8th Drop In and Let Go - Deep Restorative Yoga 2-4pm $60
Or $300 for the entire weekend :)