Class Styles

Join us for any of our diverse range of classes

Hatha

A traditional form of yoga practice emphasizing body awareness, balance and breathing. Ha (Sun) and tha (Moon) is the foundation for all forms of yoga practiced today, and has thousands of different postures.

All Levels welcome.

Vinyasa

An active practice incorporating sun salutations and ujjayi (victorious) breathing, linking continuous movement with breath. Evolving from the Ashtanga Vinyasa system of Pattabhi Jois, this class is a fusion between flowing with breath and gentle holds (sometimes referred to as 'Power' yoga).

May include back bends and/or inversions.

Anusara-Inspired

A powerful yoga system that unifies the philosophy of intrinsic goodness with detailed alignment principles. Explore the concepts of muscle energy, loops and spirals, and body and alignment kinetics. A practice of the heart, Anusara classes flow with the grace of the divine.

May include back bends and/or inversions.

Ashtanga Vinyasa (Pre-Reg)

This challenging and paced power yoga class is based on the traditional method of Sri K. Pattabhi Jois of Mysore India. This deep flow uses sun salutations to detoxify and heat the body, working through the 72 postures of the Primary Series, taught with modifications.

This class runs on Tuesdays & Thursdays only: 6:30-8:15am

April 13th - May 6th (4 weeks - 8 classes)

COST: $108, DROP IN: $15

(suitable for all levels)

May include back bends and/or inversions.

Baby and Me

A traditional practice emphasizing body awareness, balance and breathing. An ideal way to balance your energies and rejuvenate your body while enjoying time with your baby. Please bring a baby blanket with you.

All ages welcome.

Couple's Yoga

Strengthen your relationship with Partner Yoga! Join Eric and Yvonne for this two hour workshop to help build intimacy and trust with your partner, open the channels of communication, and have fun and play together.

Next class is January 31st, 2010 at 8:00 p.m.

Please contact us via phone 604-319-9229 or email info@UnityYoga.ca for more information or to register.

No previous yoga experience necessary. $50 per couple

Jivamukti

The Jivamukti yoga method for the ancient art of yoga, is the next step in an authentic and living lineage from Sharon Gannon and David Life, two great teachers who care about their tradition and about their students. It is a vigorous hatha yoga practice that is a path to enlightenment through compassion for all beings. It weaves together asana (yoga poses), chanting, meditation, and great music with an elevated intention and study of ancient teachings.

May include back bends and/or inversions.

Karma Class

Enjoy some good karma and take a free class on us! Please bring a non-perishable donation for the Vancouver Food Bank and meet the newest member of our teaching community.

Donations welcome.

Kundalini

The “yoga of awareness” as taught by Yogi Bhajan. Kriya sets and active breath work concentrate on the chakras in the body to awaken the potential energy at the base of your spine (described as a coiled serpent or the Kundalini energy). This powerful yoga form brings balance, clarity and awareness to each level of the body.

Meditation and Buddhist Insight

These meditation and Philosophy classes offer instruction on the practice of insight meditation as well as a discussion of Buddhist teachings from the Theravadan (Thai) perspective.

By Donation. Beginners welcome.

Pilates (Pre-Reg)

This physically challenging practice focuses on body alignment and was developed in Germany by Joseph Pilates. The program focuses on the core postural muscles which help keep the body balanced and which are essential to providing support for the spine. In particular, Pilates exercises teach awareness of breath and alignment of the spine, and aim to strengthen the deep torso muscles.

This class is an 8 week sign-up with Laura Hicks for $108. Please contact us to register and reserve your spot. Class size is limited to 10 participants.

Pre-Registered Session

This class is closed to drop-ins are requires registration before attending.

Please contact us for more information:

Info@UnityYoga.ca

(604) 708-8369

Prenatal

Yoga to connect mom with baby celebrating a safe, healthy pregnancy and baby! Practice postures that are specifically designed to strengthen and prepare the body for pregnancy and child birth.

All trimesters and beginners welcome.

Private Class or Session

This class is private and not open to drop-in students. Please contact us for more information by emailing Info@UnityYoga.ca or calling 604-708-8369.

Qi Gong

Qi Gong is an ancient Chinese art that has been shown to have many health benefits. Practitioners use meditation, movement and breathing techniques to circulate and enhance their ‘chi’ or vital energy. Qi Gong has been practiced for thousands of years as a healing modality to help cure disease, reduce pain and relieve stress and tension.

Tuesdays all are welcome with valid Unity pass.

Restorative

This soothing and relaxing class holds an emphasis in supporting the body to soften and let go. A great way to tap into the subtle body, this meditative sequence will offer you rest, recovery and release. Enjoy the comfort of your practice of rest.

Seminar, Event or Workshop

Please check out the events page for more details on these events.

Yin

A deep practice where postures are held up to 5 minutes, working into the connective tissues (yin) as opposed to muscle tissues (yang). This practice complements a more active (yang) style of yoga.

Yoga for 50-Plus

A gentle practice aimed at improving joint mobility, muscle flexibility and balance while encouraging deep breathing and relaxation.

Yoga for Kids 8-12

A fun and physical class of yoga poses, breathing, and relaxation. Practice ways to safely stretch and tone the body and learn fun poses to practice at home.

Preregistration required.

Yoga for Kids and Families

A class of learning and exploring, crafting and singing. This class builds body awareness, mind-body-spirit connection and let’s kids just have fun!

Please contact us for more information.