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Yoga for All Ages in Parksville, BC

Friendly, certified yoga classes for beginners and experienced participants alike, with floor, chair, and seasonal outdoor options in the Parksville area.

Certified & insured RYT 200 instructor · teaching year-round since 2012

Our Classes

Three Ways to Practise Yoga

Healthy Wisdom Yoga offers three class formats. Floor Yoga for Seniors and Chair Yoga are focused on older adults, while Yoga on the Beach welcomes a broader range of ages and experience levels. Whether you prefer working on the floor, using a chair, or heading outdoors, there is a different way to participate.

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On the mat

Floor Yoga for Seniors

A mat-based class for seniors who are comfortable getting down to and up from the floor. Beginners are very welcome, and experienced participants are welcome too. Bring a yoga mat, blanket, pillow or block, and water.

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FULLY SEATED • Seated & standing

Chair Yoga

Chair Yoga comes in two formats: one that is fully seated throughout and one that combines seated and standing work. Both include stretching and strength work in a supported setting, making this a practical choice for people who prefer more support because of health or mobility considerations.

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Outdoors • all ages

Yoga on the Beach

A longstanding seasonal outdoor yoga program at Parksville Community Park. Beginners and experienced participants are welcome. Loaner mats have been available, and the program has historically operated by donation with partial proceeds supporting a local charity. Contact Charlotte for current season details.

About Charlotte

A Local Instructor Who Loves What She Does

Charlotte Crowley earned her RYT 200 certification in 2012 and has been teaching yoga year-round ever since. She and her husband have lived in the Parksville area for about 35 years, and her connection to this community goes well beyond yoga. Charlotte has served on founding boards for local events, helped launch the community magazine Neighbours of Parksville & French Creek in 2023, and has long been involved in local organisations and business networks. She describes teaching yoga as a positive, uplifting contribution to the community she calls her own, and that spirit shows up in every class.

What Makes Healthy Wisdom Yoga Different

From the class formats to the instructor behind them, Healthy Wisdom Yoga is built specifically for older adults in the Parksville area. Here is what you can count on.

  • Certified and insured RYT 200 yoga instructor
  • Teaching year-round since 2012
  • Three class formats for different mobility levels and preferences
  • Genuinely beginner-friendly instruction
  • A warm, encouraging class environment
  • Deeply rooted in the local Parksville community
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What Students Say

Heard from the Class

Participant feedback highlights Charlotte's warmth, positive energy, clear instruction, and class variety. The reviews reflect individual experiences with the movement, workouts, encouragement, and atmosphere in her classes.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

  • I’ve never done yoga before. Can I still join?

    Absolutely. Charlotte loves introducing people to yoga for the first time, and Healthy Wisdom Yoga welcomes beginners as well as people with previous experience.

  • How do I know which yoga class is right for me?

    It mostly comes down to how you prefer to move. Floor Yoga for Seniors is designed for people who are comfortable getting down to and up from the floor. Chair Yoga offers fully seated and seated-and-standing formats for those who prefer more support. Yoga on the Beach is a seasonal outdoor option that welcomes a broader range of ages and experience levels.

  • What if getting down to the floor is difficult for me?

    Chair Yoga may be a better fit. Charlotte offers a fully seated format as well as a format that combines seated and standing movement, so you can choose a more supported way to participate.

  • Who teaches the classes?

    Classes are taught by Charlotte Crowley, a certified and insured RYT 200 yoga instructor. Charlotte earned her certification in 2012 and has taught yoga year-round since then.

  • What areas does Healthy Wisdom Yoga serve?

    Healthy Wisdom Yoga serves Parksville, Qualicum Beach, Nanoose, and the French Creek area.

  • What is the 14-day free trial?

    The 14-day free trial is available through Healthy Wisdom Yoga’s online platform. It is an online subscription trial and is separate from attending an in-person class.