A musical, food-filled evening of healing, connection & transformation to decolonize your body, emotions & mind!
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Arkaya Foundation invites you to celebrate the culture and wisdom traditions of India and our local Indigenous communities.
Experience an unforgettable evening of healing, music, conscious connection, and cultural wisdom. And enjoy delicious Indigenous and Indian food!
Highlights:
-Welcome address by the Consul General of India in Vancouver, Shri Masakui Rungsung
-Opening blessing by Cowichan Nation Elder, Eugene Harry (XiQuelem).
-Ganesha dance (classical Bharatnatyam dance) with the children of Sudnya Dance Academy
-Sacred Indigenous music with Elder, Aline LaFlamme and Daughters of the Drum
-Wisdom Talk, guided mindful movement (chair-based and accessible), meditative practices and Kirtan with Yogacharini Maitreyi
-Kirtan & devotional music with Priyesh Dhoolab & Friends
-Event MC, Ross McKeachie
-Indigenous food provided by Tradish: Ancestors Cafe
-Indian Food provided by Indish Foods
-Chocolate by Koko Monk
This immersive experience will be led by respected international teacher Yogacharini Maitreyi (founder of Arkaya Foundation). Maitreyi is joined by a line up of incredible special guests from the Indian and Indigenous cultural traditions.
You will be invited to reconnect with your body, emotions, mind, and spirit through ancient healing practices and sacred sound.
Come celebrate, heal, sing, and rise together!
Enjoy nourishing Indian food, Indigenous food, chai, and chocolate before and after the event, plus heartfelt conversation in our “Make a New Friend Corner.”
Community Gathering Times
Enjoy food, chai & connection before and after the event!
-2:30–3:30 PM (pre-event)
-5:45–7:00 PM (post-event)
Kirtan will continue after 5:45 as an option for those who want more!
Indigenous food provided by Tradish: Ancestors Cafe
Indian Food provided by Indish Foods
Chocolate by Koko Monk
No one will be turned away due to lack of funds. Volunteer opportunities available. Email [email protected]
Arkaya Foundation is a federally and provincially registered not-for-profit in Canada and in India. We are primarily volunteer run with a very small core team. We greatly welcome your support to help with the running of our programs! To donate, click here!
About Arkaya Foundation
Arkaya Foundation is a heart-centred community of full-spectrum, decolonized Yoga & Tantra. Arkaya was founded by Yogacharini Maitreyi who continues to lead our school’s programs & 500-hour Online Embodied Expansion Certification – More than just a yoga teacher training!
Join Yogacharini Maitreyi for a weekly online Community Satsang—a welcoming space to connect, reflect, and deepen your practice through gentle, step-by-step Arkaya Yoga practices, including asana, pranayama, mantra, kirtan, and more.
Date: Every Saturday
Time: 9:00 to 10:30 AM PST (optional 30 minute
discussion from 10:30 to 11:00)
Attend your first online yoga class with 50% OFF!
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