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Ayurveda – the Science of Life

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Ayurveda is often referred to as the Science of Life. It is the knowledge and wisdom on how to live that originated in India over 5,000 years ago and is still used today. It is considered the sister science to Yoga and these two modalities together offer a holistic approach to balancing the mind, body, and spirit.

On July 13th, Hemma is hosting Madhuri Phillips, from Vancouver, who is an internationally known Yoga teacher (E-RYT), certified Clinical Ayurvedic Specialist (CAS) and Pancha Karma Specialist (PKS). She has been one of my teachers for many years and I am  excited for her to offer her gifts with our community here in Victoria. If you register by July 5th, you catch the earlybird price!

Read her most recent published article Tame the 5 Ayurvedic Fires for a Cool and Easy Summer.Read More »Ayurveda – the Science of Life

Teacher Feature – Taryn Strong

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We would like to introduce you to one of our Yoga teachers –Taryn Strong. You can take her lovely Hatha Yoga class on Mondays & Thursdays 6:30-7:30pm.

What can students expect from your classes?
Students can expect to leave the studio feeling much better than when they entered the studio! They will feel more relaxed, rejuvenated, and grounded. I am truly passionate about yoga and love to share yogic philosophy and/or inspiring quotes in my classes, as well as the benefits of the poses. I am thrilled to see students taking one hour out of their busy schedule to dedicate to self care. Every class will have a focus on the breath. Students will be met where they are that day and shavasana will be blissful with beautiful music. After my class expect to feel great on the inside and out!

What is your favourite way to take yoga off the mat?

My favourite was to take yoga off the mat is to cultivate mindfulness whenever I can! Yoga changed my life many moons ago by showing me on the mat what it means (and how it feels) to be truly present in the moment. Taking that mindfulness off the mat and intoRead More »Teacher Feature – Taryn Strong