At Red Door Yoga® we believe in living life mindfully, passionately, and with true vitality. We believe in living well, not just for ourselves, but for the greater global community. Everything we do is to help you attain a more joyful, peaceful, and vital life.
We live the teachings of yoga philosophy. Every aspect of our studio, policies, services, and community relationships are shaped by the yamas and niyamas of the yogic path. As a result, everything we are is built upon a foundation of conscious, compassionate, and skillful living.
We believe in the strength of community, working in alliance with the wider circle of local medical and health practitioners. Our integrated community approach allows rehabilitation students to receive the most comprehensive and effective support possible along the road to recovery.
We also believe in paving the way for others to more easily follow. This is why we are the leading studio for Yoga Research on Vancouver Island. We work with clinics and universities to further official research into the uses and benefits of yoga practice for issues such as multiple sclerosis (MS), anxiety disorders, and attention deficit disorders. Our research directly benefits the members of our local and global community, setting the stage for other studios to continue the practical work.
The Yamas and Niyamas
The yamas (moral restraints) and niyamas (moral observances) are the ten ethical guidelines that directs all aspect of living on the yogic path. They are the foundation of skillful living.
The 5 Yamas are:
Ahimsa (nonviolence)
Satya (truthfulness)
Asteya (non-stealing)
Brahmacharya (moderation)
Aparigraha (non-hoarding)
The 5 Niyamas are:
Saucha (purity)
Santosha (contentment)
Tapas (self-discipline)
Svadhyaya (self-study)
Ishvara Pranidhana (self-surrender)