The Alchemy of Living: Refining the Art of Being

The Alchemy of Living: Refining the Art of Being Stay tuned to this space as we move to online content. With VIYS, we redefine ourselves and create a new mission and purpose for the next ten years.

Vancouver Island Yoga School emerges from the landscape of Duncan’s 10-year-old Harmony Yoga and Wellness Center. VIYS is a natural evolution inspired by its founder’s desire to create a spiritual center for the study of Yoga and its sister science Ayurveda. In the last ten years, we have delivered yoga teacher training, workshops, intensives, and retreats to India. We also offer public led classes including chair yoga.

🌿 Move through your Tuesday with strength, balance, and deep restoration. From an energizing morning practice to a calmi...
07/28/2026

🌿 Move through your Tuesday with strength, balance, and deep restoration. From an energizing morning practice to a calming evening unwind, there's a class to support you wherever you are in your day.

πŸŽ‰ 8:30 AM – Morning Strength & Flow (Level 1–2)
Energize your morning with an uplifting practice designed to build strength, mobility, and confidence.
🌿 10:00 AM – Gentle Yoga (Level 1)
Soft movement, steady breath, and space to release.
β˜€οΈ 12:00 PM – Harmony Flow (Level 2)
Balanced, breath-led movement to reset your midday.
πŸͺ‘ 2:00 PM – Chair Yoga
Accessible, supportive movement for every body. πŸ’›
πŸŒ™ 6:00 PM – Somatics & Yin (All Levels)
Unwind, soften, and settle into deep rest.

🌞 Start your week with movement, strength, and ease. Whether you're looking to build heat, release tension, or simply re...
07/27/2026

🌞 Start your week with movement, strength, and ease. Whether you're looking to build heat, release tension, or simply reconnect with yourself, there's a practice to support you today.

πŸŒ… 7:00 AM – Primary Plus (Level 2-3) with Sachiko
A strong, steady practice based on the Ashtanga Primary Series to build heat, focus, and resilience.
😊 10:00 AM – Happy Hips (Level 1–2)
Feel-good movement to release, restore, and move with ease.
πŸͺ· 11:45 AM – Somatics (All Levels | In-studio or online)
A slow, embodied practice to deepen awareness and connection.
πŸ’› 7:00 PM – Gentle Yoga (Level 1) $10 Community Class
Ease into the week with mindful movement and breath. All welcome

Join us in the studio today at 8:30am for this great class with Sachiko!
07/26/2026

Join us in the studio today at 8:30am for this great class with Sachiko!

07/25/2026
Start your weekend with movement that meets you where you are. 🌿 Whether you're looking to deepen your practice or simpl...
07/25/2026

Start your weekend with movement that meets you where you are. 🌿 Whether you're looking to deepen your practice or simply enjoy a mindful flow, Saturday offers the perfect balance of strength, focus, and ease.

πŸ§˜β€β™€οΈ 9:00 AM – Primary Plus (Level 2–3)
A strong, steady practice to build heat, focus, and resilience.

🌱 10:30 AM – Saturday Flow (Level 1–2)
A balanced, feel-good flow to ease you into the weekend.

Ease into the weekend with practices that help you feel grounded, refreshed, and restored. From the focused discipline o...
07/24/2026

Ease into the weekend with practices that help you feel grounded, refreshed, and restored. From the focused discipline of Morning Practice to the gentle release of Somatics & Yin and the balanced steadiness of Hatha Yoga, Friday offers the perfect opportunity to reconnect before the weekend begins.

πŸŒ… 6:00 AM – Morning Practice (Mysore)
Morning Ashtanga with personalized guidance. Build focus, strength, and consistency at your own pace.
πŸŒ€ 10:00 AM | Somatics & Yin (All Levels | In-Studio + Online)
Gentle, embodied practice to release and reset.
πŸ§˜β€β™‚οΈ 12:00 PM | Hatha Yoga (Level 1–2)
Balanced alignment and mindful breath.

Here is our latest update on the transition to EMBER Studios Duncan. We have one week of classes as the Vancouver Island...
07/23/2026

Here is our latest update on the transition to EMBER Studios Duncan.

We have one week of classes as the Vancouver Island Yoga School and will be closed starting Friday, July 31st reopening as EMBER Studios Duncan (https://emberstudiosduncan.com) at 360 Duncan St. (Next to Cycle Therapy)

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Duncan, BC

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 11:30am

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