Red Door Yoga

Red Door Yoga is a beautiful studio. I’ve been taking Dana’s Yin class for over a year now. I’ve also had classes with other instructors at the studio and they are fantastic. Incredibly clean and they have mats, blankets, etc... if you need to borrow.

I cannot recommend Red Door highly enough - I started there several years ago as a total beginner and found several different classes that met my needs. Having now taken any number of classes, I can say that every teacher is well-qualified - their training is excellent, thanks to owner and teacher Kavarita Maharaj - and they are also, without exception, lovely people brimming with compassion and humour. The variety of offerings is amazing, including classes targeting seniors, folks with multiple sclerosis, beginning and experienced meditators, and several different yoga modalities/approaches. The studio itself is literally in a forested clearing and is lovely and peaceful in design, and is only minutes away from Nanaimo's major north end mall and major arteries. Rates are reasonable and competitive with local offerings, and the more classes you take, the lower the price per class. Red Door has genuinely improved my health and daily life, particularly as a person with chronic disabilities, and I recommend the studio without reservation!Dr. Lorna Kaufman

Kavita is an amazing teacher who is the best that I have experienced at teaching proper form and technique. My practice has included taking yoga classes in various locations in Ontario, Florida and British Columia during the past 15 years. I have also taken classes with Roberta and Cindy at Red Door Yoga, and they are very competent teachers too. The facility is modern, bright, quiet and clean, and provides a great setting for the practice of yoga.

I was looking for a studio where I could learn about and practice yoga, especially from an eastern philosophic perspective. Kavita's knowledge and experience is second to none, and she offers many different ways to learn. I am so thankful I found Red Door Yoga; in this day and age when yoga studios are a dime a dozen, Red Door Yoga's authenticity makes it the only place for me.

I have been attending classes at Red Door Yoga for several years and I can honestly say it has made an incredibly positive difference in my life. Kavita is an amazing teacher/mentor who comes from a place of integrity and kindness. I am truly grateful for the lessons and tools she has taught me. Namaste. Leeanne C

I raised safety concerns and was told I was being emotional. Generally I am dissatisfied and cannot recommend Kavita or Red Door Yoga for their Yoga Teacher Training.

Red Door Yoga is located in a beautiful wooded setting. My experience attending yoga classes and taking the Yoga Teacher Training and other classes at the studio has been transformative in my life. Kavita is very knowledgeable and teaches yoga philosophy in a way that is easy to understand. The other staff are amazing as well. I would highly recommend RDY for classes and for training.

Loved taking classes at Red Door for over 10 years before moving to Victoria. Inclusive and welcoming to all! Great teachers ❤️ I enjoyed every class I took...and I took a lot of classes! My personal favourites were Meditation, Pranayama and Ashtanga! Kavita's knowledge is just, well, amazing! I learned so much about myself and how I move in the world (physically, mentally and spiritually)...and the work never ends! Yeesh! So, Thank You Red Door Yoga! It is truly a special place that is dear to my heart. Excited to be able to take classes online...almost like going home ❤️

I was introduced to Red Door yoga by a health care professional who wanted to help me find the best recovery plan possible after a very serious injury. I believe Kavita's teaching is directly responsible for my improved body awareness as well as the path to strength and resilience. Thank you!

There was no way ever that I was going to any yoga class! Then one day a friend told me there was a new yoga school opening with a free first week and I should go. After several times suggesting the same thing and with a class called Seniors' Yoga, I went! I have never quit going once a week to Seniors yoga since then (8 or 10 years perhaps). Red Door yoga has changed my physical and mental life for the better and there is no doubt in my mind that I would not be getting around as freely as I do now at age 82 without it.