Overview
Harmony Yoga is a welcoming studio in New Westminster run by Karyn Austin, an experienced instructor and sound healer with over two decades of teaching. The studio offers a range of classes including Hatha, Yin, Vinyasa, Kundalini, Restorative, Yoga Nidra, Pilates, and Yogilates, all designed to be inclusive and adaptable for every body. Small class sizes allow for personalized attention, with poses modified to suit individual needs. Each session incorporates chanting and often concludes with sound healing, creating a deeply restorative experience. Karyn’s heart-centred teaching style, shaped by her background in Bhakti Yoga and her work as a musician, fosters a warm community where students feel safe and supported. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned practitioner, the focus is on meeting you where you are. Reviews consistently praise the nurturing atmosphere, the instructor’s attentiveness, and the transformative effect of the sound baths. Harmony Yoga is a space for gentle movement, breath, and connection.
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Studio in Details
Overview and Philosophy
Harmony Yoga, founded by Karyn Austin, is a welcoming yoga and pilates studio located at 704 6th Street in New Westminster, British Columbia. Karyn brings over 20 years of teaching experience and is a certified yoga instructor and sound healer registered with the Canadian Yoga Alliance (CYA-E-RYT550). After two decades of sharing her practice in London, Ontario, she recently relocated to New Westminster, bringing a heart-centred, inclusive approach to her new community. Her philosophy centers on meeting students exactly where they are—whether beginner or seasoned practitioner—with classes that are grounding, compassionate, and designed to foster healing and connection.
Karyn’s own journey includes deep study of Bhakti Yoga, having trained with kirtan artist Brenda McMorrow through Devatree School’s Bhakti Heartfire program. She is also a musician and singer-songwriter, with her debut single “Guru Love Letter” available on major streaming platforms. This fusion of yoga, mantra, and music creates a distinctive space for nourishment and joy.
Classes and Services
The studio offers a diverse range of yoga styles, including Hatha, Yin, Vinyasa, Kundalini, Restorative, Yoga Nidra, Pilates, and Yogilates. Classes are intentionally kept small, fostering an intimate and supportive environment where each participant receives individual attention. Poses and sequences are modified both up and down to accommodate different abilities and needs, ensuring accessibility for everyone. Each class includes a chanting portion, which Karyn describes as taking the body on a deeper healing journey. Sound healing is also a key component, often described as the “cherry on top” of the practice, providing a deeply restorative experience.
In addition to regular classes, Karyn offers sound bath sessions that are noted by students as transformational, combining sound and energy to leave participants feeling lighter and grounded. The studio emphasizes a mindful, breath-centred practice that goes beyond physical movement.
Visitor Experience
Visitors consistently describe Harmony Yoga as a warm, welcoming community. Reviews highlight Karyn’s gentle yet strong presence, her ability to create a safe space, and her attentive teaching style. Students appreciate that she checks in with the class and improvises based on how everyone is feeling that day. Her calm, soothing voice and down-to-earth personality contribute to a relaxing atmosphere. Many attendees note feeling cared for and nurtured, and they value the friendships formed within the group. The studio environment encourages slowing down, quieting the mind, and connecting with oneself. For those new to yoga or hesitant about group classes, Karyn’s inclusive approach and numerous pose variations help build confidence. Regulars describe her sessions as an essential part of their self-care routine, leaving them feeling calm, grounded, and loved.