Overview
Spirit in Motion Yoga, led by Vickie MacArthur in Lethbridge, offers an intimate, spiritually grounded approach to yoga and meditation. Private sessions include a 90-minute initial assessment and ongoing 60-minute practices tailored to individual needs. Spiritual direction is available in person or online, providing space for reflection and discernment. Group offerings include the weekly Dawning Light Sangha meditation group at the Buddhist Temple of Southern Alberta and online, as well as online Yoga Nidra classes focused on deep rest. Vickie partners with the Martha Retreat Centre for retreats, workshops, and Satsang singing circles that integrate gentle movement, breathwork, and outdoor contemplation. Her teaching draws from over thirty years of practice and is influenced by Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh, blending Christian, Buddhist, and yogic traditions with a trauma-informed, inter-spiritual perspective. The studio fosters a sense of community and belonging, emphasizing healing and self-discovery in a calm, supportive environment.
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Studio in Details
Overview
Spirit in Motion Yoga, founded by Vickie MacArthur in Lethbridge, offers a deeply personal and spiritually grounded approach to yoga and meditation. Since 2001, Vickie has cultivated a community centered on healing and self-discovery. The studio no longer maintains a large public space; instead, it focuses on intimate private sessions and partnerships with local organizations such as the Buddhist Temple of Southern Alberta and the Martha Retreat Centre. These collaborations host weekly meditation groups, seasonal retreats, and workshops that emphasize connection and inner reflection.
Vickie’s teaching draws from over three decades of practice, including profound influences from Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh. Her style integrates breath awareness, gentle movement, and contemplative silence. The overarching philosophy sees yoga as a way of life—a path to integrate body, mind, heart, and soul. This inter-spiritual perspective honors wisdom from Christian, Buddhist, and yogic traditions, creating a welcoming environment for people of all backgrounds.
Classes and Services
Private sessions form the core of Spirit in Motion’s offerings. A 90-minute initial assessment explores individual needs and begins a personalized practice. Ongoing 60-minute sessions adapt and deepen the work over time. Spiritual direction is available both in-person and online, providing a sacred space for reflection and discernment. These one-on-one meetings incorporate conversation, spiritual practices, and mindfulness techniques.
Group offerings include the Dawning Light Sangha, a weekly meditation community inspired by Thich Nhat Hanh’s Plum Village tradition, meeting in-person at the Buddhist Temple and online. An online Yoga Nidra class supports deep rest and restoration. Throughout the year, Vickie organizes retreats at the Martha Retreat Centre, combining gentle yoga, walking meditation, journaling, and outdoor contemplation. Workshops and Satsang singing circles also take place at the retreat centre, fostering collective practice and connection.
Visitor Experience
Visitors to Spirit in Motion Yoga describe an atmosphere of tranquility and belonging. Private sessions take place in a calm, focused setting where each person’s unique path is honored. Group gatherings, whether at the Buddhist Temple or the Martha Retreat Centre, feel intimate and supportive. The retreat centre’s natural surroundings—gardens, walking paths, and a labyrinth—encourage quiet reflection and a deeper bond with nature.
Vickie’s teaching style is gentle, trauma-informed, and attentive to individual needs. She creates safe space for slowing down and listening inwardly. Participants often note a sense of connection and community, even in online classes. The blend of structured practice and open-ended exploration allows people to move at their own pace. For those seeking a holistic approach to well-being, Spirit in Motion provides a nurturing environment for personal and spiritual growth.