Overview
DevaDaru Yoga & Healing Arts in Victoria, BC, offers trauma-informed yoga, breathwork, and integration coaching in a mindful, sustainable setting. Led by Cedar, who holds a 200-hour Sama Yoga teacher training and certifications in Aletheia Breathwork and grief facilitation, the studio emphasizes returning to one’s own body and breath for healing. Regular Morning QiYoga classes blend qigong with yoga, available live on Zoom and as recordings for seven days. Private sessions and workshops are also available, along with occasional retreats like the Embody Bali program, which combine yoga, nature, and aquatic treatments. Reviews highlight the warm, supportive atmosphere and the transformative, nourishing quality of the experiences. Participants appreciate Cedar’s knowledge and the integration of diverse mind-body approaches. The studio also offers a free Yoga Nidra meditation audio through its newsletter.
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Studio Business Hours
| Day | Status | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | Closed | – |
| Tuesday | Open | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Wednesday | Open | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Thursday | Open | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Friday | Open | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Saturday | Open | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm |
| Sunday | Closed | – |
Studio in Details
Overview
DevaDaru Yoga & Healing Arts offers trauma-informed, mindful, and sustainable approaches to movement and inner work in Victoria, British Columbia. The studio specializes in group and private yoga sessions, breathwork facilitation, and integration coaching. The owner and lead teacher, Cedar, brings extensive training including a 200-hour teacher training in Sama Yoga and Advaita Vedanta, alongside certification as an Aletheia Breathwork facilitator and apprenticeship in grief work with Francis Weller. This background shapes a practice that emphasizes returning to one’s own body and breath as sources of wisdom and healing.
The studio’s philosophy centers on reconnecting with the joy of movement and the power of conscious breath. Classes are designed to be accessible and supportive, encouraging participants to explore at their own pace. DevaDaru also offers workshops and retreats, with past events including the Embody Bali retreat, which combined daily yoga, nature walks, and aquatic Janzu sessions in a lush jungle setting. Reviews highlight the transformative and nourishing quality of these experiences.
Classes and Services
Regular offerings include Morning QiYoga classes held Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:00 to 9:30 AM. This 30-minute session blends elements of qigong and energy medicine with yoga, focusing on releasing tension, opening to nourishment, and restoring energetic flow. Classes are available live via Zoom, and recordings are accessible for seven days afterward, allowing flexibility for participants. A newsletter provides updates and a free Yoga Nidra guided meditation audio.
In addition to weekly classes, DevaDaru provides private yoga sessions and integration coaching, tailored to individual needs. Breathwork facilitation is another key service, drawing on the Aletheia method. The studio also offers teacher training and apprenticeships, though specific schedules and pricing are not detailed on the website. Retreats, such as the Bali program, are occasional offerings that have been well received for their comprehensive approach to wellbeing.
Visitor Experience
Participants describe a warm, supportive environment where deep inward focus is encouraged. One review notes that Cedar creates a space where the full effects of each pose can be experienced, supported by her range of experience and spiritual insight. Another attendee found the Morning QiYoga classes effective for both physical and spiritual wellbeing, appreciating the integration of various mind-body approaches.
The Embody Bali retreat garnered particular praise for its setting, food, and the symbiotic group of participants. Reviewers mention feeling deeply nourished by the experience, with one describing it as a “sparkling jewel” in memory. The flexibility around cost was also noted as helpful. Aquatic Janzu treatments, offered during retreats, are described as sublime and deeply relaxing, with Kara, a practitioner, providing a warm and caring touch. Overall, the atmosphere at DevaDaru is one where participants feel safe to explore healing and transformation.