Workshops

Beginner introduction to movement psychology as taught at Drama Centre London, using techniques employed by actors Tom Hardy, Anthony Hopkins, and Colin Firth. Classes meet Mondays and Wednesdays at 7pm for 8 sessions at $25 each.

All levels hatha yoga class with Dorothy from 4:30–5:45 pm. Pre-registration requested but drop-ins welcome.

Beginner introduction to movement psychology as taught at Drama Centre London, using techniques employed by actors Tom Hardy, Anthony Hopkins, and Colin Firth. Classes meet Mondays and Wednesdays at 7pm for 8 sessions at $25 each.

Youth judo introduction session at SIMS. Safety-first program designed to develop resilience and movement skills. By donation.

Join digital artist Leo Chan for two hands on evenings and discover the computer as a creative tool. Capture an object and transform it into a living, interactive digital artwork. No experience needed, just curiosity. 📅 Friday June 5 and Friday June 12 ⏰ 4 to 7 PM Ages 14 to 18 Register by May 29 at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/AIworkshop#/ Please bring a laptop if possible. Limited laptops available to borrow.

A 3-hour guided workshop exploring rest and restoration through gentle teachings, body scan practices, and quiet presence. Participants learn The Rest Uncovered Method to develop a healthier relationship with rest. Maximum 15 people; sliding scale pricing available.

A breathwork and meditation class for practitioners with solid grounding in pranayama in the Baba Hari Dass tradition and well-established in the four purifications and three bandhas practices.

A one-day hands-on workshop with Cowichan musician and artist Hweimtun where participants create their own 12-inch elk hide drum. The workshop explores drum-making as both craft and cultural practice, rooted in teachings connecting music, land, and ancestry.

A 75-minute outdoor yoga class featuring mindful breathing, gentle stretching, walking meditation by the lily pond, and guided relaxation. Suitable for all levels. Pre-registration by donation recommended.

A full-day introductory workshop on the Dalian Method, a self-healing system for adults. Participants will learn techniques to access and transform unconscious beliefs and address fear, anxiety, mental blockages, pain, and illness.

All levels hatha yoga class with Dorothy. Pre-registration requested but drop-ins welcome.

Beginner-friendly talk on artificial intelligence basics. Speaker Juliana Paul will explain what AI is, how it works, and practical ways to use it in everyday life.

A six-day classical yoga immersion and continuing education training rooted in Himalayan traditions. The program focuses on Raja Yoga accessed through breath work, offering a living transmission of yogic practice at the Salt Spring Centre of Yoga.

Naturopathic Doctor Rigobert Kefferputz presents on understanding bloodwork, using AI for health, hidden health patterns, communicating with your GP, and the 4 Things That Matter Most. A repeat session is offered June 17 from 6:00–7:30 pm.

All levels hatha yoga class with Dorothy, 4:30–5:45 pm. Pre-registration requested but drop-ins welcome.

Join digital artist Leo Chan for two hands on evenings and discover the computer as a creative tool. Capture an object and transform it into a living, interactive digital artwork. No experience needed, just curiosity. 📅 Friday June 5 and Friday June 12 ⏰ 4 to 7 PM Ages 14 to 18 Register by May 29 at: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/AIworkshop#/ Please bring a laptop if possible. Limited laptops available to borrow.

Learn basic sewing techniques to patch worn spots on jeans, jackets, and shirts. Bring your rips, tears, and missing buttons. Part of the Transition Salt Spring Fix it Yourself Workshops series.

Learn practical hands-on furniture repair skills from Martin Thorn. Bring broken chairs, worn surfaces, or loose joints to fix. Small wooden items welcome. Limited to 8 people; registration required.

Learn to diagnose and repair common lamp problems like faulty switches, sockets, or cords. Bring a lamp to work on. Limited to 8 people; registration required.

Learn hands-on zipper repair techniques from Patricia Nichols. Fix stuck, split, or jammed zippers without replacing your garment. Part of the Skill Share: Fix it Yourself Workshops by Transition Salt Spring. Limited to 8 people; registration required.

All levels hatha yoga class with Dorothy. Pre-registration requested but drop-ins welcome.

All levels hatha yoga class with Dorothy, 4:30–5:45 pm. Pre-registration requested but drop-ins welcome.

A 3-night, 4-day yoga and wellness retreat at Salt Spring Centre of Yoga. The program includes asana classes, breathwork and meditation instruction, time in nature, and lacto-vegetarian meals. Open to all genders, races, and yoga experience levels.

A three-day retreat on the summer solstice weekend exploring connection to land and community through yoga, ecstatic dance, sound bath, breathwork, and ceremony. Includes camping, meals, and guidance from facilitators, wellness practitioners, and musicians.

Workshop led by Elder Daniel Elliott and Elder Robert George with movement facilitation by Seónagh Kummer and Robbyn Scott exploring reconciliation through movement.

A playful introduction to colour theory through the lens of seasonal flowers. Together, we’ll explore combinations that feel harmonious, surprising, and expressive while creating a garden-inspired arrangement. This outdoor workshop begins with harvesting fresh blooms from the field before moving into a guided design session. Along the way, you’ll learn the fundamentals of colour relationships, discover what makes certain palettes sing, and gain confidence creating with flowers in a more intuitive and intentional way. No experience is necessary—all skill levels are welcome. Flowers, tools, and materials are provided. Please dress for the weather and wear comfortable footwear suitable for the field.

Ukulele workshop led by Kai Tocher.

A 5-hour experiential workshop on DNA activation and multidimensional consciousness led by Susan Mikanikian. Participants will learn to awaken dormant DNA strands, integrate light codes, reprogram ancestral patterns, and expand energetic capacity. Includes crystal bowl activation and quantum cellular healing practices.

All levels hatha yoga class with Dorothy. Pre-registration requested but drop-ins welcome.

All levels hatha yoga class with Dorothy, 4:30–5:45 pm. Pre-registration requested but drop-ins welcome.

Experience the full journey of a seasonal arrangement, from flower garden to finished vase. We’ll begin by harvesting a generous selection of fresh blooms together, learning what is at its peak and how to choose flowers with an eye for colour, texture, and movement. Back at the table, you’ll transform your harvest into a relaxed, garden-inspired arrangement with guidance along the way. This workshop focuses on working with seasonal materials, embracing natural forms, and creating designs that feel abundant, effortless, and true to the garden. No experience is necessary—all skill levels are welcome. Flowers, tools, and materials are provided. Please dress for the weather and wear comfortable footwear suitable for the field.

All levels hatha yoga class with Dorothy. Pre-registration requested but drop-ins welcome.

5-day summer clown camp for adults (18+) exploring play and personal presence onstage and in everyday life, culminating in a performance. For performers and non-performers alike.

A four-day nature immersion program exploring the healing benefits of deep time in nature through forest bathing, animal flow, yoga, breathwork, and meditation. Led by facilitators Tahia and Damien, participants learn to connect with nature and self while developing a vibrant, sustainable lifestyle in harmony with the natural world.

Celebrate the abundance of early summer with a bouquet created from flowers harvested fresh from the field. Together, we’ll gather a seasonal selection of blooms and foliage before learning how to arrange them into loose, garden-style hand-tied bouquets. This workshop explores the fundamentals of bouquet making, including balance, proportion, colour, and natural movement. You’ll leave with a better understanding of how to work with seasonal flowers and a beautiful bouquet to enjoy at home. No experience is necessary—all skill levels are welcome. Flowers, tools, and materials are provided. Please dress for the weather and wear comfortable footwear suitable for the field.

Discover how shape, line, and movement can transform an arrangement from decorative to expressive. In the field we’ll harvest a selection of seasonal blooms and branches chosen for their character, structure, and unique forms. Back at the table, you’ll explore sculptural design principles through asymmetrical arrangements that emphasize gesture, height, negative space, and natural movement. This workshop encourages a more intuitive approach to floral design, focusing on composition and expression rather than symmetry or perfection. No experience is necessary—all skill levels are welcome. Flowers, tools, and materials are provided. Please dress for the weather and wear comfortable footwear suitable for the field.

Explore the art of creating balanced, naturalistic vase arrangements using flowers and foliage harvested fresh from the garden. Beginning in the field, we’ll gather a seasonal selection of blooms and textural materials before returning to the design table to build arrangements that feel both intentional and effortless. This workshop focuses on the foundations of vase design, including proportion, structure, stability, and sculptural balance. Through guided instruction, you’ll learn techniques for creating arrangements with depth, movement, and longevity while working with the unique qualities of seasonal flowers. No experience is necessary—all skill levels are welcome. Flowers, tools, and materials are provided. Please dress for the weather and wear comfortable footwear suitable for the

5-day pre-festival intensive workshop supporting clarity, connection and choice in dance through awareness of touch, body intelligence and alignment precision.

A 5-hour experiential workshop by Susan Mikanikian on managing the mind and reclaiming inner peace. Participants learn to recognize unconscious patterns, step out of mental noise, and develop practical tools for responding to life from choice rather than fear. Offered in-person at Ganges Yoga Studio or via Zoom.

A family-friendly yoga retreat celebrating 52 years of community practice. Includes kirtan, yoga ceremonies, philosophy, pranayama, meditation, and asana classes for all levels, set in the serene natural setting of the Salt Spring Centre of Yoga.

1-day post-festival intensive on creating and recycling kinetic forces using Axis Syllabus principles with Kathleen Rea.

An immersive, off-grid permaculture design course focusing on regenerative living, homesteading, and community resilience, hosted by Forest Gardens in collaboration with Sylva Culture Commons.

Two-day creative inquiry workshop exploring nature-based arts, mixed media, drawing, and creative movement with artists Stefanie Denz and Cliff Thorbes. Designed to build foundational creative skills and encourage personal connection over perfection.

Two-day creative inquiry workshop exploring nature-based arts, mixed media, drawing, and creative movement with artists Stefanie Denz and Cliff Thorbes. Designed to build foundational creative skills and encourage personal connection over perfection.

A 2-night, 3-day yoga and wellness retreat for all levels and backgrounds. The program includes asana classes, breathwork and meditation instruction, nature time, and lacto-vegetarian meals.

3-day movement retreat blending Axis Syllabus, Capoeira and Contact Improvisation with Nuria Latifa Bowart.

1-day pre-jam intensive in Contact Improvisation with Nica Portavia, part of Jam Into the Fall series.

A 4-day yoga and wellness retreat led by Ishwarya Chaitanya, focusing on self-healing through ancient yogic techniques, nature connection, and the elements. Participants will practice yoga, explore philosophy, and find inner peace in the forest setting of the Salt Spring Centre.

A 3-night yoga and wellness retreat at Salt Spring Centre of Yoga offering asana classes, breathwork and meditation instruction, nature time, and vegetarian meals. Open to all genders, races, and yoga experience levels.

A four-day silent meditation retreat led by Farhad Khan at the Salt Spring Centre of Yoga. Includes daily guided meditations, gentle yoga, breathwork, sound baths, forest walks, lake swimming, sauna access, vegetarian meals, and accommodations on 69 acres of forest. Designed for rest, clarity, and creative renewal.

A 3-night yoga and wellness retreat at Salt Spring Centre of Yoga featuring asana classes, breathwork, meditation, nature time, and lacto-vegetarian meals. Open to all levels and genders.