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50+ Years
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Kundalini Yoga Classes & Teacher Training in Vancouver
Founded in 1973, Yoga West stands as Vancouver's premier center for Kundalini Yoga practice and education. Our community-driven approach combines dynamic physical postures, breathwork, meditation, and sacred sound to elevate mind, body, and spirit. With over five decades of service, we offer structured class schedules featuring 75-90 minute sessions led by KRI Certified Yoga Teachers. Our comprehensive programs include Yoga Alliance-registered teacher training at three progressive levels, immersive meditation courses, and seasonal yoga camps on sacred land in Mission, BC. The center maintains a dedicated Gurdwara space for spiritual practice and hosts workshops with internationally recognized instructors.As a charitable society established in 1975, we balance tradition with innovation while maintaining financial accessibility through donation programs. Our experienced team ensures proper technique execution while honoring individual wellness journeys. Regular operating hours accommodate both weekday and weekend practitioners, with virtual class options expanding accessibility beyond our physical location. This enduring commitment to holistic well-being has sustained our reputation as a trusted wellness destination through changing times.
Services
Kundalini Yoga Classes
Teacher Training
Workshops & Events
Yoga Camps
Sacred Space Meditation
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- Established Vancouver's first Kundalini Yoga center in 1973
- Yoga Alliance certified teacher training programs
- Dedicated sacred Gurdwara meditation space
- World-renowned visiting instructors for specialized workshops
- Financial accessibility through donation programs
Associations and certifications
- Yoga Alliance
Services
Kundalini Yoga Classes
Daily 75-90 minute Kundalini Yoga classes combine physical postures, breathwork, meditation, and mantra chanting. These sessions enhance physical vitality while promoting mental clarity and spiritual awareness. Classes accommodate all experience levels with modifications for different abilities.
Teacher Training
Yoga Alliance-registered training includes three progressive levels: Foundations (220hr), Transformation (50hr), and Realization (advanced). The program develops teaching skills through experiential learning of kriya, meditation techniques, and yogic philosophy for aspiring instructors.
Yoga Camps
Annual summer camps on sacred land include 3HO Men's Camp and Khalsa Ladies Camp. These immersive experiences combine intensive practice with community building through structured daily routines of meditation, yoga, and conscious living workshops.
Sacred Space Meditation
Gurdwara meditation space offers daily opportunities for silent reflection and sacred music. This dedicated area supports personal spiritual development through traditional Sikh practices including kirtan and quiet contemplation in a consecrated environment.
Online Classes
Live-streamed classes provide remote access to Kundalini Yoga instruction. Participants receive login credentials to join real-time sessions with instructors, maintaining interactive elements while practicing from home with required pre-registration.
Questions
What is Kundalini Yoga?
Kundalini Yoga combines physical postures, breathwork, meditation, and mantra chanting to awaken spiritual energy. Our classes follow traditional practices while adapting techniques for modern practitioners of all experience levels.
Are your teacher training programs certified?
Yes, our Level 1 (220hr) and Level 2 (50hr) programs are Yoga Alliance certified. The training provides comprehensive instruction in Kundalini techniques, yogic philosophy, and teaching methodology.
Do you offer virtual class options?
We provide live-streamed classes with pre-registration required. Participants receive login details to join real-time sessions from home while maintaining instructor interaction and class structure.
How are donations used?
Donations support center operations, staff salaries, teacher compensation, and maintenance of the sacred Gurdwara space. Contributions ensure continued community access to yoga programs and spiritual resources.
What are your yoga camps like?
Annual summer camps on sacred land feature structured routines of meditation, yoga, and conscious living workshops. The 3HO Men's Camp and Khalsa Ladies Camp combine intensive practice with community-building experiences.
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Reviews (7)
Aneesha Kozikova
Aug 12, 2021
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Great yoga classes. I have been coming here for many years. Very friendly invironment and lovely teachers.
Elviie Ad
Jun 19, 2021
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I love this studio! Yesterday, I had my first class since the pandemic started. And Oh Wow! My body and brain are feeling so sharp and in tune today!
Mari Clark
Oct 23, 2020
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With The most recent release of Premkas book and her detailed experience with the abuse she endured at the hands of Yogi Bhagan I would hope and pray that removing YB photos from the studio would indicate that Yoga West does not support OR condone such horrific behaviour from one human to another. This kundalini community is going through a extremely challenging time and while investigations are taking place the studio itself could be serving the people by representing yoga west a safe place to breath and move without glorifying YB. We must take action diligently and calming to provide a safe and
Anya Torina
Dec 27, 2019
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My favorite yoga place in Canada:), that focuses on Kundalini yoga - You should try it! Besides yoga you can enjoy small Sikh temple & kirtans, gong healing baths, ginger tea, cozy sofas, book shop, different workshops and more..
Cristina W.
Jan 26, 2019
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This is a good studio to check out if you are looking to learn very traditional, serious Kundalini yoga. Although it is not necessary to wear all white (or close to white as possible), loose clothing, that is what the teachers and some students wear to class, which is what is traditionally done in Kundalini yoga. The classes are prefaced as "Kundalini yoga as taught by Yogi Bhajan." Frequent use of mantras and intense breathing exercises in class. Breath of fire is common and sustained for moderate periods of time. I enjoyed the teacher's focus on bringing a positive outlook to this life we have
M. S.
Dec 07, 2015
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With an extensive background in Hatha and a stint in killer Birkram Yoga: I was blessed with finding Kundalini Yoga this passed summer at Sooke Yoga on Vancouver Island. If you think you are fit and conditioned come and try a class, it is not for the faint of heart! Having said that: I sure got conditioned very quickly this summer. The benefits are seen right away: and I am no spring chicken! The best part is you are encouraged to listen and honor what is easy for your body. In fact in many classes the postures and exercises are done with your eyes closed: so no one but the instructor is watching
Edgar S.
Dec 26, 2013
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Finding the right style of yoga is like dating. You have to try various styles before you find the one that truly suits you. However, when I attended my first class in Yoga West which was actually a workshop by Jot Singh, it was love at first sight. I knew right away that Yoga West and Kundalini Yoga was for me. The first 2 reviews kind of gives you an inkling of what to expect in Yoga West but there's more to that so I've reserved my 11th review for it. When you look at a painting you can always sense what the artist is feeling. Same thing with a finished product like for example
