Author Archives: Gloria Latham
Practice Makes Perfect
Springtime in Vancouver usually feels like a series of false starts where winter rain refuses to release its gloomy hold on the city, and this year has certainly been no exception. Now with summer almost here, instead of turning to …
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In my opinion, I have the best job in the world. I’m a full-time kids’ yoga teacher, and I have the wonderful fortune to look forward to going to “work” every day. When was the last time you got to …
More DetailsPranayama for the Heart Chakra: Yoga to Welcome the New Light
The final days of 2010 welcomes the new light after a long winter’s darkness. We often ring in the New Year with bright celebrations of life – reflecting on all that has passed and all that will be. This passage …
More DetailsMeet Your Yoga Instructor: Angie Inglis
A student of yoga for many years, Angie has studied Yoga and Ayurveda in both India and Vancouver. As an instructor, she aims to create an environment that fosters self-inquiry, assisting students in recognizing their unique strengths and challenges. “When …
More DetailsThe 40 Day Yoga Challenge: Are You Ready?
Our fabulous 40-day yoga challenge is back! How it works: Semperviva challenges you to complete one yoga class a day for 40 days! According to yogic science, forty consecutive days are required to form or break a habit. After the …
More DetailsMark Whitwell, Founder of Heart of Yoga, Inspires Vancouver
Mark Whitwell is known for his influential and profound teachings. He has studied for over 20 years under the guidance of Krishnamacharya (credited as the “Father of Modern Yoga”) and his son, TKV Desikachar, in India. Mark Whitwell emphasizes yoga’s …
More DetailsYoga for Men. Free Yoga Classes in Vancouver!
Yoga is meant to be experienced by everyone – young, old, men and women. There are different types of yoga classes for various levels and goals. With regular yoga practice, you are on your way to a clearer mind and …
More DetailsGurmukh in Vancouver. Kundalini Yoga and Dance.
Would you like to learn 10 sacred secrets to success? Maybe you would like to explore the meaning of your dreams and learn how to channel that energy to create prosperity and calmness of mind? Semperviva Yoga is thrilled, once …
More DetailsHeart of Dance. Self-Expression Through Body Movement
Yoga is about movement and understanding yourself on a different level. From hip hop to Tai Chi, dance expresses many of the same mantras as yoga and it is natural that the two unite. Movement can denote expression and a …
More DetailsLindsey Lewis – Semperviva Yoga Teacher
Meet Your Yoga Instructor: Lindsey Lewis Teaching yoga is Lindsey’s favorite thing to do. Her passion for sharing it with others stems from personal experience with its power to, quite simply, make life better. Her yoga classes emphasize breath, flow, …
More DetailsYoga Retreat on Galiano Island. October 1-3, 2010.
I can’t believe it, we’re just a couple of weeks away from our Fall Galiano Island Weekend Yoga Retreat and Hiking, Oct. 1-3. Yup, that’s right, off to another Island, not of the Greek kind, but one equally as beautiful. …
More DetailsBeginner Yoga Classes – What to Expect
With so many types of yoga classes available, Hatha yoga, Kundalini yoga, Vinyasa yoga, choosing a yoga class can seem overwhelming. If yoga studios both intrigue and intimidate you, then why not explore the basics with beginner yoga classes. At …
More DetailsCrista Shillington – Semperviva Yoga Teacher
Meet Your Yoga Instructor: Crista Shillington Crista loves yoga! She has found that yoga addresses all aspects of mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. Crista holds a B.A. in Psychology, and has taken additional training in counselling and social work. …
More DetailsJoan Deverteuil – Semperviva Yoga Teacher
Meet Your Yoga Instructor: Joan Deverteuil Joan began venturing down the yogic path in 2002, and has been enjoying the journey ever since. Her goal is to share with her students the same gifts that she receives from yoga: joy, …
More DetailsThe Semperviva Yoga Teacher Feature
Meet Your Yoga Teacher Over 50 experienced and passionate yoga instructors teach and practice at Semperviva Yoga. We’ve created this new blog category, the Semperviva Yoga Teacher Feature, for you. Meet your yoga instructors and learn more about them. Enjoy …
More Details40 Yoga Classes in 40 Days
Kudos to all Semperviva 40 Day Challenge Yogis out there. You have made it! Between May 15th and June 23rd 43 Semperviva Yogis attended 40 or more yoga classes, the amazing Terry leading the count with 87 classes. 28 yogis …
More DetailsA Long Distance 40 Day Yoga Challenge – Day 40
From Rowan Pantel, Saskatchewan A few laughs, some set backs, and a little self-discovery to finish off the 40-day challenge! I completed my last yoga class on the beach by the lake this morning. It seemed easy to flow through …
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