Explore Yoga in 2025

A 4 wk course introducing you gently & progressively to the practice of ashtanga Yoga in a small group.
(Yoga Circle - 301-2515 Burrard Street, Vancouver, B.C.)

 
 

Curious about Yoga?

Discover the benefits of a regular Yoga practice. This 4-week (once a week) course is designed to meet you where you are and for you to learn at your own pace.

It is open to all – no experience needed.

In a small group and under the guidance of Veronica, Jorge and Ravi, dedicated yoga practitioners and teachers, you will:

  • Learn the foundational aspects of the practice,

  • Get on the mat from day 1 and start learning a sequence adapted for you,

  • Enjoy unlimited access to all self-practice classes at Yoga Circle,

  • Experience the calming and strengthening effects of yoga,

  • Bring yoga into your routine.

You will finish the course with the confidence to continue practicing, whether at Yoga Circle’s community space or in the comfort of your home.

Limited spots available – Register Today!

 
 
 
 

PRACTICAL INFORMATION:

DATE:
Next Cohort - 4 Mondays, from 6:15 to 7:30pm May 12 & 25 & June 2 & 9

PRICE:
$140 + gst
* Price includes unlimited Mysore/Self-Practice classes to support your learning process.

Guiding: Veronica, Jorge, Ravi

Cancellation policy : You can cancel with full refund up to 2 weeks prior to the start of the course. After that we unfortunately cannot grant any refunds nor transfers to a later course. You can of course give your spot away to somebody else.

CONTENT OUTLINE:

  • Week 1 - Laying the Foundations

    • Learn some history & key elements of ashtanga yoga practice

    • Start learning about breath and how to link it with simple movements (vinyasa) 

    • Leave with a simple breathing practice to take home and some reflective prompts

  • Week 2 - Dipping Your Toes 

    • Start learning Sun Salutations, adapted for you 

    • Learn a short closing sequence

    • Leave with a short movement and breathing sequence

  • Week 3 - Immersion 

    • Learn Bandhas and Drishti in theory and practice, 

    • Keep progressively learning some of the postures from the first part of Primary Series at your own pace and modified to your circumstances,

    •  Understand the difference between a led class and self-practice/Mysore class and experience being led through part of Primary Series, 

    • Leave with a breath and movement practice to take home and an invitation to join our Beginners led classes and the Self-Practice room the next 2 weeks.

  • Week 4 - Welcome Yoga into your Life 

    • Experience a self-practice/Mysore class to do your practice at your own pace,

    •  Learn about the philosophy of Ashtanga yoga, its benefits and how you can incorporate it into your life,

    • Share your experience with the group and/or listen about others’ experiences.

    • Leave with a yoga practice that you can keep practicing at Yoga Circle or in the comfort of your home.

 
 

What community members say:

 
 

I started practicing yoga with this community in 2018. I was afraid of being too old to start. Today the community feels like belonging to a family. Over 5 years my yoga practice has enhanced my emotional health and supported my back pain. Ary | Colombian | Age 67 | Grandmother.

“In Ashtanga you are here and now. There is you, your breath, and your body. For me, the practice of Ashtanga Yoga has become truly healing, not only for my body but, above all, for my mind. And it continues to be so. Katia | Russian | Age 38yrs old | Body & Massage Therapist.

 
 

“As a dedicated runner, I initially turned to Ashtanga yoga to ease the tension in my muscles, but what I discovered went beyond physical flexibility. Through consistent practice, I have developed a deeper body-mind connection and have learned valuable lessons in patience. I am profoundly grateful to Veronica, Ravi & Jorge for their guidance on this journey.” Marco | Italian | Age 29