Alison K
Obese, depressed and borderline alcoholic, that was me 2 years ago. Then a diagnosis of severe thyroid disease helped get me on the right medication to start the process of getting healthy. Slowly, a tiny bit of metabolism returned and with that, a slight weight loss. Fall 2009 I added an hour’s power walk to my day but didn’t feel connected to myself or body. It wasn’t until the last week of January 2010 that I ‘found’ Bikram Yoga. My friend and I attended a class at Bikram Yoga Delta. She hated it and has never returned. I struggled through it but something deep down inside of me clicked. I attended two more classes that week, then purchased a year’s pass knowing that I needed to make a commitment to myself, and that was definitely committing!
While I’ve only been practicing for 8 months (was away for March) my journey so far, to me, has been profound. Bikram yoga has changed my body. I am no longer obese, and I have a normal BMI. Bikram yoga has changed my mental health; I am no longer depressed, and in fact have a better outlook on life than ever before. I used to use alcohol daily to cope, but Bikram Yoga has taught me coping skills. Doing yoga has detoxified my body, so that my body no longer craves something that is not good for it. But what truly has helped me the most has been the staff at BYD. I smile often in Savasana because I’m overwhelmed at how fortunate I am to be there… having this amazing studio so close and being instructed by very caring teachers. Although the dialogue and postures are the same every class, it’s the personal touches from each teacher that I appreciate. One teacher tells us never say I can’t instead say not yet. I have applied that small but mighty saying to my life, it’s forgiving but inspiring all at the same time. Another teacher shares with us that we are learning to be comfortable in an uncomfortable situation, no more excuses for avoiding things in life!!!! Bikram yoga has taught me to include myself in the circle of people who come first in my life. I hear a lot of people say that they don’t have time to go to Bikram yoga. I am a professional accountant, mother of 3 kids between the ages of 5 and 21, and have a pilot husband who is away more than half the month, etc. But I prioritize yoga because I am better at all those ‘jobs’ when I have practiced my yoga. Bikram yoga gives me energy to be all the things I need to be to the people in my life.
I have experienced personal growth being instructed by the teachers to push past my own perceived mental boundaries. As one teacher says what the mind can perceive the body can achieve, such a powerful concept. I used to be hard on myself when I didn’t have a good class but as one teacher said ‘the worst class is the class you didn’t go to!'
Having the opportunity to try many other studios while travelling, I can honestly say that nothing compares to BYD. The whole studio is a community of caring, extraordinary people and I feel blessed to be able to practice there and have felt welcome since that first day back in January when I walked through the doors and they changed my life!
You guys are the best, thanks so much for everything!
Obese, depressed and borderline alcoholic, that was me 2 years ago. Then a diagnosis of severe thyroid disease helped get me on the right medication to start the process of getting healthy. Slowly, a tiny bit of metabolism returned and with that, a slight weight loss. Fall 2009 I added an hour’s power walk to my day but didn’t feel connected to myself or body. It wasn’t until the last week of January 2010 that I ‘found’ Bikram Yoga. My friend and I attended a class at Bikram Yoga Delta. She hated it and has never returned. I struggled through it but something deep down inside of me clicked. I attended two more classes that week, then purchased a year’s pass knowing that I needed to make a commitment to myself, and that was definitely committing!
While I’ve only been practicing for 8 months (was away for March) my journey so far, to me, has been profound. Bikram yoga has changed my body. I am no longer obese, and I have a normal BMI. Bikram yoga has changed my mental health; I am no longer depressed, and in fact have a better outlook on life than ever before. I used to use alcohol daily to cope, but Bikram Yoga has taught me coping skills. Doing yoga has detoxified my body, so that my body no longer craves something that is not good for it. But what truly has helped me the most has been the staff at BYD. I smile often in Savasana because I’m overwhelmed at how fortunate I am to be there… having this amazing studio so close and being instructed by very caring teachers. Although the dialogue and postures are the same every class, it’s the personal touches from each teacher that I appreciate. One teacher tells us never say I can’t instead say not yet. I have applied that small but mighty saying to my life, it’s forgiving but inspiring all at the same time. Another teacher shares with us that we are learning to be comfortable in an uncomfortable situation, no more excuses for avoiding things in life!!!! Bikram yoga has taught me to include myself in the circle of people who come first in my life. I hear a lot of people say that they don’t have time to go to Bikram yoga. I am a professional accountant, mother of 3 kids between the ages of 5 and 21, and have a pilot husband who is away more than half the month, etc. But I prioritize yoga because I am better at all those ‘jobs’ when I have practiced my yoga. Bikram yoga gives me energy to be all the things I need to be to the people in my life.
I have experienced personal growth being instructed by the teachers to push past my own perceived mental boundaries. As one teacher says what the mind can perceive the body can achieve, such a powerful concept. I used to be hard on myself when I didn’t have a good class but as one teacher said ‘the worst class is the class you didn’t go to!'
Having the opportunity to try many other studios while travelling, I can honestly say that nothing compares to BYD. The whole studio is a community of caring, extraordinary people and I feel blessed to be able to practice there and have felt welcome since that first day back in January when I walked through the doors and they changed my life!
You guys are the best, thanks so much for everything!
Mintu Khunkhun
As a newcomer in my first class, I did not know what to expect. I knew it was a hot room that you do yoga moves in, but I had no idea how hot or how hard the first class was going to be. The first class was a difficult class and even the next week was challenging, but I would never discourage anyone from attending this great mind, balance, strength and flexibility class.
"So good for your body yoga" as the teacher would say after each class. I can’t express enough how Bikram Yoga has changed my thinking and my behaviour. I am much calmer, and my attitude toward life in general is so different. I was one of those individual that went to the gym and played all types of sports to stay in shape. But never had I ever felt as great after working out as I do after each bikram yoga class. The feeling of being relaxed, calm, energized and most importantly, feeling so good toward life. I have been attending since December of 2011 and as of January, I have been attending regularly, 4 – 5 times a week and never less than 3 days. From the years of playing all kinds of sports, you come to have numerous amounts of aches and pains. Shoulders, legs, back, elbows and neck just to mention a few. But after being in class on a regular basis, I have found that not only did some of my aches go away, but I feel stronger and much happier with myself and others. "This is amazing yoga!” To anyone that has back, shoulder, or knee issues that bother them or even migraines, I suggest you need to attend this yoga. No agitation or excitement to any kind of disturbance. You feel so blissful after each doing each posture and laying motionless on your back in savasana.
"SO GOOD FOR YOUR MIND, BODY AND OVERALL HEALTH"
I feel so grateful and thankful that I have been given this great opportunity thanks to all the wonderful teachers that put their time into teaching these extraordinary yoga classes. (special thanks to Diane)
As a newcomer in my first class, I did not know what to expect. I knew it was a hot room that you do yoga moves in, but I had no idea how hot or how hard the first class was going to be. The first class was a difficult class and even the next week was challenging, but I would never discourage anyone from attending this great mind, balance, strength and flexibility class.
"So good for your body yoga" as the teacher would say after each class. I can’t express enough how Bikram Yoga has changed my thinking and my behaviour. I am much calmer, and my attitude toward life in general is so different. I was one of those individual that went to the gym and played all types of sports to stay in shape. But never had I ever felt as great after working out as I do after each bikram yoga class. The feeling of being relaxed, calm, energized and most importantly, feeling so good toward life. I have been attending since December of 2011 and as of January, I have been attending regularly, 4 – 5 times a week and never less than 3 days. From the years of playing all kinds of sports, you come to have numerous amounts of aches and pains. Shoulders, legs, back, elbows and neck just to mention a few. But after being in class on a regular basis, I have found that not only did some of my aches go away, but I feel stronger and much happier with myself and others. "This is amazing yoga!” To anyone that has back, shoulder, or knee issues that bother them or even migraines, I suggest you need to attend this yoga. No agitation or excitement to any kind of disturbance. You feel so blissful after each doing each posture and laying motionless on your back in savasana.
"SO GOOD FOR YOUR MIND, BODY AND OVERALL HEALTH"
I feel so grateful and thankful that I have been given this great opportunity thanks to all the wonderful teachers that put their time into teaching these extraordinary yoga classes. (special thanks to Diane)
Kelly Stuart
I have been practicing Bikram Yoga for the past few years and it has benefited my life tremendously. Bikram Yoga is very challenging and at the same time very rewarding. Admittedly, Bikram Yoga is not easy in the beginning, but anything worthwhile having does take hard work to get.
Practicing yoga has benefited my life in so many ways. I have a much better quality of sleep and more energy during the day. Yoga improved my self confidence and body image. I am more flexible and have a better posture. My body is more toned and lengthened. Another huge benefit is that I have a more positive outlook on life and remain calmer in tense situations and decreased my anxiety and depression. With the help of Bikram Yoga I was able to quit smoking with very little or any cravings or withdrawal. To quit smoking alone is life changing, and practicing yoga on a regular basis has taken away all my cravings which itself is a miracle.
I have practiced at many different studios in the lower mainland and after moving to the area, I started practicing at the Bikram Yoga Delta studio six months ago. Without a doubt it has been my most favorite studio. The studio has a warm, inviting atmosphere. The yoga room is spacious and very clean. The carpets are thoroughly cleaned, and do not pose the danger as hard floors do. The change rooms are very big and clean as well. The staff is very friendly and all the teachers are amazing. The owner Mak cares deeply about his students, and pushes me in class because when I think I cannot go any farther he believes in me and knows I can do it. Bikram says "our number one problem is that we under estimate ourselves" and all the teachers at the Delta studio have helped me push myself past my comfort zone, and in turn I have gotten amazing results. I have learned in the Delta studio that if I can survive 90 minutes in the hot ‘torture chamber’, I can basically survive anything else life throws my way. There are many days that i feel down, doing a yoga class fixes everything. It really is a medicine. A natural medicine. People say that they cannot afford to attend yoga classes. For me, I work part time and live on my own. Money is tight. But after I pay my rent, I make sure there is money available to pay for yoga. I prioritize yoga. It is worth doing that and making sacrifices in other areas. Feeling good and being healthy is more important to me. I would really like to thank Mak and the rest of the staff at the Bikram Delta studio for believing in me when I didn't believe in myself and having such a positive impact on my life physically, emotionally, mentally and spirituality. I would highly recommend anyone and everyone to practice at the Bikram Yoga Delta studio. It is a huge part of my life and the rewards have been incredible.
I have been practicing Bikram Yoga for the past few years and it has benefited my life tremendously. Bikram Yoga is very challenging and at the same time very rewarding. Admittedly, Bikram Yoga is not easy in the beginning, but anything worthwhile having does take hard work to get.
Practicing yoga has benefited my life in so many ways. I have a much better quality of sleep and more energy during the day. Yoga improved my self confidence and body image. I am more flexible and have a better posture. My body is more toned and lengthened. Another huge benefit is that I have a more positive outlook on life and remain calmer in tense situations and decreased my anxiety and depression. With the help of Bikram Yoga I was able to quit smoking with very little or any cravings or withdrawal. To quit smoking alone is life changing, and practicing yoga on a regular basis has taken away all my cravings which itself is a miracle.
I have practiced at many different studios in the lower mainland and after moving to the area, I started practicing at the Bikram Yoga Delta studio six months ago. Without a doubt it has been my most favorite studio. The studio has a warm, inviting atmosphere. The yoga room is spacious and very clean. The carpets are thoroughly cleaned, and do not pose the danger as hard floors do. The change rooms are very big and clean as well. The staff is very friendly and all the teachers are amazing. The owner Mak cares deeply about his students, and pushes me in class because when I think I cannot go any farther he believes in me and knows I can do it. Bikram says "our number one problem is that we under estimate ourselves" and all the teachers at the Delta studio have helped me push myself past my comfort zone, and in turn I have gotten amazing results. I have learned in the Delta studio that if I can survive 90 minutes in the hot ‘torture chamber’, I can basically survive anything else life throws my way. There are many days that i feel down, doing a yoga class fixes everything. It really is a medicine. A natural medicine. People say that they cannot afford to attend yoga classes. For me, I work part time and live on my own. Money is tight. But after I pay my rent, I make sure there is money available to pay for yoga. I prioritize yoga. It is worth doing that and making sacrifices in other areas. Feeling good and being healthy is more important to me. I would really like to thank Mak and the rest of the staff at the Bikram Delta studio for believing in me when I didn't believe in myself and having such a positive impact on my life physically, emotionally, mentally and spirituality. I would highly recommend anyone and everyone to practice at the Bikram Yoga Delta studio. It is a huge part of my life and the rewards have been incredible.
Larry Eiben
In January, 2012 I started my Bikram Hot Yoga program with Mak at Bikram Yoga Delta.
I average 4 classes a week, and now 153 sessions later, I just visited my doctor for my Annual check up.
- Blood Pressure down to 110 over 80
- Lost 25 pounds
- Lost 3 inches off my waist
I am sleeping very well. I’ve eliminated so many toxins out of my system. The bad drivers on the road don’t bother me as much anymore. Not bad for someone who just turned 64 years old.
I can’t rave enough about Bikram Hot Yoga to my family & friends.
It’s not easy to stay in the room for 90 minutes but in the end, it is personally very rewarding.
I would recommend anyone, young and old, to start training at Bikram Yoga Delta.
In January, 2012 I started my Bikram Hot Yoga program with Mak at Bikram Yoga Delta.
I average 4 classes a week, and now 153 sessions later, I just visited my doctor for my Annual check up.
- Blood Pressure down to 110 over 80
- Lost 25 pounds
- Lost 3 inches off my waist
I am sleeping very well. I’ve eliminated so many toxins out of my system. The bad drivers on the road don’t bother me as much anymore. Not bad for someone who just turned 64 years old.
I can’t rave enough about Bikram Hot Yoga to my family & friends.
It’s not easy to stay in the room for 90 minutes but in the end, it is personally very rewarding.
I would recommend anyone, young and old, to start training at Bikram Yoga Delta.
Mewa Singh Hothi
At the age of 65, I started Bikram Yoga at the Delta Studio just four months ago. I had heard some things about the benefits of hot yoga, as well as some negative things. I honestly thought I might die from the heat. As well, I was concerned about the price as I work for minimum wage as a security guard. I came in to inquire more about the program offered. I spoke with Mak, the owner at the Delta School. I expressed my fears and concerns. Mak spoke with conviction that there was nothing to be afraid of, that I would not die. I argued that I wanted to leave the room if needed, and he said no, as it would be disruptive for the other students and to just stay in the room and that I would be ok. He advised me to not worry about the money, as it was an investment in myself. Nervously, I started attending classes the next morning. Yes, the first few classes were difficult. But the feeling after class was amazing. I kept attending almost daily and increased my energy level and I feel like a much younger man. I was on blood pressure medication with BP of 140/75, and now it is 120/60 and I have stopped taking my medication. My sugar is down from 7 to 4.9. My flexibility and posture is very much improved. I sleep so much better and even my memory is better. I think back now, and Mak was and still is right. The money paid to attend is a small amount for the benefits that I have received. Also, I have found all the instructors to be excellent. They give good direction and help me personally each class. I tell everyone I know to come attend Bikram yoga classes to improve their health and overall well being. I think if a 65 year old like me can push through each class, I would hope that this would inspire the old and young people to not be so so reluctant and to attend classes.
At the age of 65, I started Bikram Yoga at the Delta Studio just four months ago. I had heard some things about the benefits of hot yoga, as well as some negative things. I honestly thought I might die from the heat. As well, I was concerned about the price as I work for minimum wage as a security guard. I came in to inquire more about the program offered. I spoke with Mak, the owner at the Delta School. I expressed my fears and concerns. Mak spoke with conviction that there was nothing to be afraid of, that I would not die. I argued that I wanted to leave the room if needed, and he said no, as it would be disruptive for the other students and to just stay in the room and that I would be ok. He advised me to not worry about the money, as it was an investment in myself. Nervously, I started attending classes the next morning. Yes, the first few classes were difficult. But the feeling after class was amazing. I kept attending almost daily and increased my energy level and I feel like a much younger man. I was on blood pressure medication with BP of 140/75, and now it is 120/60 and I have stopped taking my medication. My sugar is down from 7 to 4.9. My flexibility and posture is very much improved. I sleep so much better and even my memory is better. I think back now, and Mak was and still is right. The money paid to attend is a small amount for the benefits that I have received. Also, I have found all the instructors to be excellent. They give good direction and help me personally each class. I tell everyone I know to come attend Bikram yoga classes to improve their health and overall well being. I think if a 65 year old like me can push through each class, I would hope that this would inspire the old and young people to not be so so reluctant and to attend classes.
Uma Nandan
I am currently 61 years old and have been doing Bikram Yoga classes for over 5 years now. Before I started yoga, both my cholesterol’s were high. Now the Dr. says that they are normal and being controlled very well, and I didn’t even change my diet that much.
My job is very stressful and the yoga helps me not to feel so overwhelmed.
Overall, doing Bikram Yoga is very good providing so many medical and health benefits and definitely gives a better quality of life to me. I just feel so wonderful after finishing each class.
I like the Delta Bikram’s studio as the teachers are great, the change rooms are so nice and spacious and the studio is always kept very clean.
I am currently 61 years old and have been doing Bikram Yoga classes for over 5 years now. Before I started yoga, both my cholesterol’s were high. Now the Dr. says that they are normal and being controlled very well, and I didn’t even change my diet that much.
My job is very stressful and the yoga helps me not to feel so overwhelmed.
Overall, doing Bikram Yoga is very good providing so many medical and health benefits and definitely gives a better quality of life to me. I just feel so wonderful after finishing each class.
I like the Delta Bikram’s studio as the teachers are great, the change rooms are so nice and spacious and the studio is always kept very clean.
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