Events & Workshops sponsored by various Iyengar Yoga teachers and studios — Held in places outside of Vancouver
Retreats, Student Intensives, Sadhanas (led)
2012 Workshops and Retreats
February 19–26, 2012 / Yoga in Bucerias Mexico
See flyer
Contact: Donna Rao at 250 838-9884 /
email:
March 3–10, 2012 / Mexico Yoga & Meditation Retreat 2012
with Iyengar certified teachers Heather Star Graham and Carol Brophy
During the workshops, you will be encouraged to deepen your understanding of asana, pranayama and meditation. Through these practices, you will develop clearer body-mind awareness. The emphasis for the retreat will be on restoration, awareness and enjoyment. See flyer
Location: Casa Dulce Vida, Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Contact: Heather Star Graham at 604 856-9206 /
email:
March 9–11, July 27-29 & November 16-18, 2012 / Singing and Yoga: Your Breath Inside and Out™
Presented by Elizabeth Adilman and Samantha Taylor
Three-part series. A unique workshop bringing together a Symphony of Self as we explore in three parts the anatomy of movement and breath through yoga, asana and song.
Location: The Yoga House on Mayne Island
Contact: Elizabeth Adilman at 778 991-9534 /
email:
Website: www.yogahouse.ca/workshops/
Apr 13–15 / Rural Weekend Yoga Retreat with Val Speidel
Location: Sea-to-Sky Retreat Centre, Daisy Lake near Whistler, BC
All levels welcome; comfortable accommodations, vegetarian meals;
Daily practice: sitting, asana, pranayama, restorative ~
www.yogawest3rdavenue.com
email:
Tel: 604-736-4545
Contact: Val Spiedel
Sat & Sun / April 21 & 22 / Level 2-3 Iyengar Yoga Weekend Workshop with Louie Ettling
The Intermediate Junior 1 syllabus will be explored. We will study this syllabus while asking the questions: what prepares us for this syllabus and how does it move us forward?
Register through: YAA (Yoga Association of Alberta) (780) 427-8776
Location: Family Yoga Centre, 4740 - 99 Street- Letourneau Centre, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E 5H5
Website: www.familyoga.ca
Contact: Frema Bram, 780-465-4668
May 25–27, 2012 / The Write Fit
Presented by Elizabeth Adilman and Ray McGinnis
A workshop dedicated to writing, yoga and well-being. Explore your own notions of well-being through movement and journaling.
Location: The Yoga House on Mayne Island
Contact: Elizabeth Adilman at 778 991-9534 /
email:
Website: www.yogahouse.ca/workshops/
Fri June 22 – Sun June 24 / A first-ever Iyengar yoga workshop in Castlegar
This workshop is for any yoga practitioner with at least 6 months of yoga training, even those new to Iyengar yoga. Students currently dealing with injuries or special conditions need to have a personal conversation with Louie at least 48 hours prior to the start of the workshop.
Location: Library Lower Level Yoga Space, 1005 - 3rd St, Castlegar
Contact: Louie Ettling / tel: 604 876-9600 / email:
Tues Aug 21 – Thurs Aug 30 / Summer Rural Retreat on Haida Gwaii
This popular retreat takes place in one of Canada's most pristine environments. The good air and simplicity of retreat life enhances deep yoga work appropriate to the level of each student. This is our 12th retreat in Haida Gwaii.
contact: Louie / tel: 604 876-9600 / email:
Website: www.theyogaspace.ca
Payment by cash or cheque only.
Oct 19–21 / Rural Weekend Yoga Retreat with Val Speidel
Location: Sea-to-Sky Retreat Centre, Daisy Lake near Whistler, BC
All levels welcome; comfortable accommodations, vegetarian meals;
Daily practice: sitting, asana, pranayama, restorative ~
www.yogawest3rdavenue.com
email:
Tel: 604-736-4545
Contact: Val Spiedel
Mon Nov 19 – Thur Nov 28 / Yoga in Thailand
This yoga experience takes place in historic Chiang Mai, Thailand. Located 700 km northwest of Bangkok, Chiang Mai is arguable one of the most beautiful cities in Thailand. With over 300 temples, it is a both visually striking and spiritually important to both the Thais and the Burmese. The large yoga studio has wood floors and sits in a lush and tranquil setting, opening onto gardens and water features. The hotel is located within a 5 minute walk to the studio.
Contact: Louie Ettling / tel: 604 876-9600 / email: