Welcome to 108 Yoga conveniently located in the Halifax Brewery Market.
I want to extend a warm welcome to 108 Yoga. 108 Yoga is a sanctuary; a caring and nourishing place to improve your health and vitality through the practices of yoga. When I decided to create 108, I knew it needed to be a beautiful physical space which felt warm and nourishing. I wanted you to feel a sense of calm as soon as you stepped inside the door. I believe we have created this environment. With our helpful, caring and knowledgeable teachers, on-line booking system and eco-friendly products we believe we send an important message to those in our community. We want you to leave your worries and thoughts at the door and take the time to relax in the ancient wisdom that is, the practice of yoga.
I believe in making yoga accessible to all ranges of people, from the curious beginner to the experienced yogi deepening their practice. Yoga made such a difference to my health and vitality, I felt compelled to share and offer it to you. Please come and enjoy our beautiful space and the community we have developed at 108.
Namaste,
Dorothy
Read Testimonials since our doors have opened!
From Lynn Romo, Porters Lake
Following the birth of my son in June 2008 I came to the realization that time is precious; and that I have precious little time. When I decided to try yoga I was fleeing the typical gym routine of “hop on the treadmill…watch Oprah…try to make the time pass as quickly as possible”; something I have coined the “out of body gym experience”. I realized that with the 2 (or less) hours a day I have for myself I wanted more than an exercise regime - I wanted time to call my own where I would feel empowered and reconnected with my mind and body. But of course I also wanted to lose the junk in my trunk.
Enter Dorothy and 108Yoga. After my first Waste Management class I was burning from head to toe, I felt more connected with my body than I had for over a year (maybe ever) and knew I was forever changed. The instructors make you feel so welcome that you don’t mind trying new things and maybe falling over; there is no judgment, only support. They are knowledgeable and clearly devoted yoginis who have helped me shape my practice thus far. I’m looking forward to continuing and expanding my practice at 108Yoga; and I have faith that one day my down dog really will be a resting pose.
From Paulette Wood, Halifax
I’m one of those people who convince themselves that they’re too tired to exercise after work - once I’m home and have cooked my meal I’m pretty much down for the night! Since I know this is not a good choice for me I had been looking for something I thought I could fit into my schedule that I would actually do. 108 Yoga opened it’s doors May 2009 in the Brewery Market here in downtown Halifax - a wonderful location brimming with character; I enrolled immediately hoping I could get “a bit of a stretch” before I even hit the road for home - I was in for a pleasant surprise. Not only have I increased my activity level more than I had expected, to my surprise I’ve become a part of a community that I feel values my presence and opinion.
The classes are a very reasonable size -so attention to detail for a beginner is a real benefit - I’ve noticed modifications for novice students are offered in every one of the classes I’ve been in - everyone at every level benefits in the same class. There are classes all through the day so I can go anytime that is convenient for me and there are different areas of focus within each class so I can choose to work my waist a bit more, focus on my core strength, or simply take a Basic class - whatever I’m in the mood for!
Every day I go I see more improvement in my flexibility, core strength, confidence and spirit. For those unfamiliar with yoga, it isn’t just stretching - in just over a month I’ve lost 15 lbs, gained better balance physically and spiritually and I can’t wait for my next class…now that’s saying something!!