I was lucky enough to practice for over a year with two of the lovely yoga teachers at The…read moreBreathing Room, so I will relate my experiences with them. Heather is a cheerful and patient teacher, perfectly able to make comfortable even those very new to the practice of yoga. One of her loveliest classes consists of mindful breathing and relaxation; letting the body loosen up and let go of all the tension that we hold without knowing. I practiced with Julie as I became more familiar with the basic poses. Her style is gentle, encouraging, and promoting of mindfulness - of listening to your body and not pushing yourself to injury. I am particularly grateful to Julie because after I suffered a knee injury that greatly limited my ability to practice yoga, she helped me design a series of poses with extensive modifications so that I could strengthen my body without exacerbating my pain. Also, I confess that I admired Julie's selection of music for her class so much, that I asked her to share her playlist with me for my home practice (which she generously did). I recommend Heather and Julie's classes wholeheartedly, no matter the level of fitness or previous experience with yoga. The best way to keep up to date with their schedule is via their facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/breathinginvancouver).

What a comfortable, clean, and welcoming studios. I did the Yoga1-2 class at 8am on Saturday. The…read moreinstructor was very welcoming, showed me around and the room was all set up with props and such. The practice itself was opening, and stretching with many variations and options to go deeper or ease up. I really appreciate the cues for internal awareness and body awareness.

I'm not sure why this gem hasn't received much love on Yelp. I am a dedicated yogi, having taught…read moreat a number of different studios and been a student at quite a few more. This studio really took my breath away the moment I walked in. The owners take great care to cultivate an elevated vibration of the entire floor, which houses a few massage and Bodywork rooms, the main yoga studio, and the front lounge area. The studio has incredibly large windows that overlook the river, making sunset yoga absolutely incredible! I haven't tried all the classes, but the few I've had were deeply transformational. If you're looking for a transformational experience through yoga or holistic care, you've found the perfect spot.

Beautiful and large space with large windows and lots of light during the day. Various props are…read moreavailable, which is always appreciative. Awesome teachers with lots of variety throughout the day between high energy Vinyasa and more inner work Yin classes with an overall sense of helpfulness and pride in their work.

I started practicing Vedic Meditation several years ago after I experienced a series of profound…read morelosses. The practice is so simple and so easy to integrate into daily life. Within the first week I was thinking more clearly and the benefits have continued to grow exponentially over the years. I have a sense of calm that I didn't even know was possible. I moved to Portland a year ago and I didn't know anyone there. Someone had told me that there was a teacher there, so I decided to reach out. Cindy and Caroline were both so genuine and friendly from the first time we met. I went to several of their group meditations and the knowledge they shared always resonated with me on such a deep level. I felt uplifted mentally, emotionally, and spiritually every time. Many times I reached out to Cindy personally in between the group meditations because I was going through something and she was always so quick to respond and offer support and encouragement. I was always so uplifted after our discussions! I love this practice so much and I can't even begin to express how grateful I am to be able to move to a new city and immediately be welcomed by Cindy and members of this community. Even when Covid came, they continued to run their weekly group meditations online with zoom and still offered the same support and inspiration! I highly recommend Cindy and the practice of Vedic Meditation. Best decision I ever made.

From the owner: Learn the effortless technique of Vedic Meditation. Benefits include: Long-term stress reduction,…read moreimproved sleep, and healthier relationships. Learn from an expert teacher. Like swimming or riding a bike, meditation is an experiential learning; and so, though it is possible to learn how to ride a bike from YouTube or an App, it is also easier and more enjoyable to to learn from a live human. Free introductory talk available anytime. Please get in touch.

Fun and quirky! Lovely scents to build your own blend. Love the Irish Gypsy Fortune teller and the…read moreGreat selection of tarot cards and oracle decks! I really appreciate the knowledge of the staff and their willingness to help when asked. Parking is a bit of a hassle but it is not the shop's fault. The city is doing major construction on the streets in downtown- though they have stopped the act construction until after the holidays.

2020 cologne is amazing! Holy clothing line in person was a fantastic find. The shelves were…read morefilled with statues of Christian, Egyptian, Buddhist and other saints and deities! Candles incense crystals and surprises on every wall. Books on many subjects. Handmade items too numerous to list. Jewelry and gifts staff is always helpful and kind. Save money and have fun making discoveries.

One of the first things that I noticed about Lana was her gently penetrating sense of presence. I…read morereally got that she was seeing all parts of me. She listened very deeply and was able to work with all of the information that I conveyed to her, no matter how strange it was. Lana worked with me right where I was at. I've received a lot of energetic healing treatments in the past 10 years. One of the benchmarks of good work is whenever I receive energy work or body work is if it puts me to sleep. Lana knocked me out within minutes of beginning. I found myself in an interestingly deep dream state. Becoming conscious in moments and in a dreamscape in others. At one point I felt her working on my head, and without touching me I felt the distinct feeling of heat lamps on top of my head. When I began to wake, Lana was there smiling at me. We were both in a bit of a dream/trance state at the end of the session, but she was able to tell me an incredibly vision of what she'd seen while working on me. What she told me was so personally accurate and true to my journey it really lit me up. One very interesting piece is that she conveyed that she was working with a Lion spirit guide that was working with me. Over the next week, almost every day I found myself in front of some giant effigy of a lion, from giant ads, to statues, to toys... Lion images popping up everywhere... something that has confirmed for me what she reported to me. On a physiological experience, I noticed that after days of being on my phone, my fingertips were feeling incredibly sensitive and agitated from touching the phone screen so much. In that hour with her, that feeling was completely gone and has remained gone for a week. I have also become aware of what was happening to my fingertips, and am taking measures to avoid touching the screen as much. I recommend Lana for any type of body healing that you might need, but also for any work around spiritual awakening and balancing your energy field. Veyr powerful work, this stuff is advanced.

Like Eric N., I have received many healing sessions of various modalities. I am a Reiki Master…read moreTeacher myself, so receiving Reiki is in my job description. It's been a little while, though, and I was in need, in crisis mode and I reached out to the Reiki community and Lana reached back I am so thankful to Lana for the powerful and effective Reiki treatment I received from her. Having recently been in a car accident, I suffered nerve-related injuries to my shoulder. I came to her frustrated and in considerable pain. She instantly made me comfortable in her beautiful treatment space. The luxury of receiving a hands-on session from someone who is so clearly a gifted healer was like a late birthday present from the Reiki faeries! The session was electric. I could feel my nerves popping throughout my body (in a good way). I quickly slipped into a half-dream state and could feel my frustrations floating away. As Eric mentioned, the ability to drift off is a sign of a good session The treatment was generous and I at no point felt rushed. I was in the capable hands of a master! At the end of the treatment, Lana asked if she could apply essential oils that her intuition had suggested. Of course I accepted! After I left, I felt rejuvenated, happy with a pleasantly numb sensation in my shoulder like I had been given a shot of Motrin. I plan on scheduling many more sessions with her in the future! I highly recommend her to anyone looking for treatment.

OK- gotta get real. I am an older woman with more weight on my frame than I should be carrying, it…read morewas a real stretch of my courage to go get a massage. I was in a great deal of pain. But, I was told she was incredible, skilled and intuitive. I trusted my gut. And wow, Astara is as skilled as she is gracious and relatable. She was able to help me in my recovery from years of hard work and injuries. I look forward to the future with her support. Astara Health exceeded my expectations.

I did/do/will unconditionally recommend Astara. Her skill and emotional intelligence is an…read moreincredible service to her patrons.