Overview
Yogaspace operates a yoga school with locations in Goa, India, and Burnaby, Vancouver. The founder, Weila, has taught yoga for over 18 years, previously running a school in Shanghai for eight and a half years before moving to Goa in 2015. The school is licensed by the Indian government and follows traditional Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga mixed with Kundalini breathing techniques, authorized by the T Krishnamacharya Yoga System from Mysore. In Burnaby, the studio offers small-group and private one-on-one classes, including Ashtanga-Kundalini sessions for 80 CAD per 70 minutes and psychic readings for 120 CAD per 90 minutes. Online classes via Skype are also available. Students can purchase a package of eight classes paid in advance, taken one per week over two months. Weila teaches all classes herself, bringing fluency in English, Mandarin, Japanese, and Sanskrit. Reviews highlight her deep knowledge, patience, and ability to create a positive, healing atmosphere. The Goa location focuses on retreats and teacher training, while Vancouver provides ongoing weekly instruction and personal healing sessions. Students consistently report feeling inspired and well-guided, with many having gone on to become yoga teachers themselves.
Yoga Format
Yoga Styles
Studio Amenities
Studio Business Hours
| Day | Status | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | Open | 7:00 am – 8:00 pm |
| Tuesday | Open | 7:00 am – 8:00 pm |
| Wednesday | Open | 7:00 am – 8:00 pm |
| Thursday | Open | 7:00 am – 8:00 pm |
| Friday | Open | 7:00 am – 8:00 pm |
| Saturday | Closed | – |
| Sunday | Closed | – |
Studio in Details
Overview
Yogaspace runs two yoga schools: one on Condolim Beach in Goa, India, and another in Burnaby, near Vancouver. The school has been operating since 2015 as a government-licensed institution in India, but its roots go back to an earlier school in Shanghai that ran for eight and a half years. The founder, Weila, has over 18 years of experience in teaching and running yoga schools. She began her journey by winning a national yoga competition in China in 2004. The teaching style blends traditional Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga with Kundalini breathing techniques, following the T Krishnamacharya Yoga System from Mysore. The school’s philosophy incorporates yogic concepts such as the Ajna chakra and the union of opposites. Weila divides her time between Goa and Vancouver, offering both in-person and online classes. Students from many countries have studied here, and some have become professional teachers themselves.
The Burnaby location is a smaller studio that focuses on personal attention. The Goa location emphasizes retreats and teacher training. The school is known for its traditional approach and deep spiritual foundation.
Classes and Services
The Burnaby studio offers small-group sessions and private one-on-one classes. A private class combining traditional Ashtanga Yoga and Kundalini Yoga costs 80 CAD for 70 minutes. Psychic reading sessions are available at 120 CAD for 90 minutes. Students can also purchase a package of eight classes paid in advance, taken once per week over two consecutive months. All classes are taught by Weila, who is fluent in English, Mandarin, Japanese, and some Sanskrit. She customizes each session to the student’s level and needs, focusing on asana adjustments, breathwork, and energy healing. Online classes are conducted via Skype, allowing remote students to receive the same personalized guidance. The school also offers regular weekly classes for ongoing practice. For those seeking deeper study, the Goa location hosts immersion programs and teacher training courses.
The emphasis is on traditional methods, including mantra chanting and meditation. Each class integrates physical postures with spiritual awareness, aiming to balance the mind and body.
Visitor Experience
Reviews from students consistently highlight Weila’s extensive knowledge and passion for teaching. One student noted that she explains each movement clearly and patiently, creating an excellent learning environment. Another student who studied Kundalini yoga online for over half a year felt a deep connection through the energy of the sessions. Many appreciate that Weila goes beyond typical yoga instruction, incorporating consciousness and healing into her teaching. The Burnaby studio is described as a calm, intimate space. Students remark on the positive atmosphere and the sense of being well cared for. Whether attending in person or online, practitioners find the experience transformative. Weila’s natural aura and her ability to spread positive energy are frequently mentioned. Long-term students, some of whom have known her for over a decade, highly recommend her classes and the supportive community she has built.
The school maintains a welcoming environment for all levels. Visitors should expect a traditional practice with a focus on personal growth and spiritual development.