The Salt Spring Centre of Yoga was started in 1981 by the Dharma Sara Satsang Society, a registered non-profit charitable organization.

Inspired by master yogi and silent monk Baba Hari Dass, the Centre was established as a peaceful, positive environment for teaching and practicing the ideals of Classical Ashtanga Yoga. He continues to be the inspiration behind the Centre's work.

The Salt Spring Centre of Yoga
fulfills its mission by:

• operating a program facility for workshops and classes in yoga and the creative and healing arts

• offering natural healing methods, such as Ayurvedic swedan massage and reflexology

• providing a home to a residential community and the Salt Spring Centre School

One of our guiding principles is karma yoga, or the performance of our duty with an attitude of selfless service and enthusiasm. The Salt Spring Centre of Yoga's activities also adhere to the ethical principles outlined in Patanjali's Yoga Sutras.

What Makes Us Special?

• The Centre and its programs are inspired by our teacher, master yogi, Baba Hari Dass.
• We are the longest running yoga retreat centre on Canada's West Coast.
• The Centre was built and continues to be run by volunteers in the spirit of karma yoga (selfless service).
• Most of the delicious food served at the Centre comes directly from our certified organic gardens.
• The Centre provides both financial and volunteer support to the Sri Ram orphanage in India.
• We are a registered non-profit charitable organization.
• We are sister schools with Mount Madonna Centre in California.
• We have published two cookbooks featuring our well-loved recipes.