Forest and Waves

Forest and Waves Tofino's original and only Yoga Studio. Peace in Paradise. www.tofinostudio.com

It’s almost that time of year when we immerse into 2.5 hr practices and 12 hour days as we welcome Coastal Bliss Yoga Sc...
11/19/2025

It’s almost that time of year when we immerse into 2.5 hr practices and 12 hour days as we welcome Coastal Bliss Yoga School’s Yoga Teacher Training Trainees. Watch for a shift in our daily schedule Dec 4-8.

Like last year, there is an opportunity to join 2.5 hr morning practices and evening Asana Lab and Sanskrit Studies. David Cross returns for Module 1 in the role, Peer Support and Sanskrit Studies. David is also guiding a few of the morning practices. His teaching is precise, poetic and layered.

Coastal Bliss Yoga (Forest & Waves) has been at the heart of David’s journey since the beginning - he took his very first public class here back in 2010, and then found his teacher’s voice ten years later in Coastal Bliss Yoga School’s teacher training. David relishes a nerd-forward approach to yoga; he is enthusiastic about diverse and ongoing learning, from Indian Astrology and Veda studies to Kalaripyattu and Carnatic singing. Each system of knowledge is like a branch of a great tree that slowly reveals itself with time... This is the perspective that David takes great joy in learning and teaching from. He is honoured to be invited back to share and learn with a community he holds dear.

Join the Trainees for morning practices that include Mantra, Asana, Breathwork and Meditation, woven with yoga history and philosophy.

Dec 5 7am - 9:30am Source of Will

Dec 6 7am - 9:30am The Heart of the Earth

Dec 7 7am - 9:30am Pratyahara: Sublimation of Senses

Dec 8 8am - 9:30am Yoga as a Path to Wholeness

Each session $45 plus applicable tax
Dec 8 $40
Bundle all four $125

Module 2 is Jan 8-12, 2026
There will be an opportunity join Lead Trainers Rebekka Walker & Natalie Rousseau for morning practice as well as some of their presentations. Stay connected to learn more detail.

Shireen Banaee returns for another enchanting evening of sound, reflection and relaxation. This time, sound supports the...
11/17/2025

Shireen Banaee returns for another enchanting evening of sound, reflection and relaxation. This time, sound supports the story of mystic story of Patanjali, known to be one of the authors of the Yoga Sutras as well as other yogic texts that serve as the foundational text for modern yoga.

Through mythology and mudra, explore the story of Patanjali and its connection to Anjali mudra - an energetic seal often practiced at the beginning and end of a yoga practice. The evening will be supported by pranayama (breathwork), creating a grounded container for a soothing sound bath including crystal bowls, drum, rattle and various instruments.

💎🥣Nov 29 7pm - 9:30pm
💎🥣$30 plus applicable tax

Week Two is going steadily. Keep up your practice! Here’s a small glimpse of what’s coming up for Week 3. Plan your week...
11/12/2025

Week Two is going steadily. Keep up your practice!
Here’s a small glimpse of what’s coming up for Week 3. Plan your week ahead.

🍂🍁 Sacred Dance - Journey Through the Trimesters
Nov 14-16 with Rebekka Walker, Vancouver School of Healing Arts Creative Director and Certified Yoga Therapist

🍂🍁Rolling into Winter - Myofascial Release with Massage Ball
Nov 17 7:45pm - 9pm with Heidi MacPherson
Use your Pass or Drop in

🍂🍁Pilates-Imspired Power
Nov 20 9:30am with Mikaela Millington
Use your Pass or Drop in

🍂🍁Vinyasa & Live Music
Nov 22 9:30am with Mary Saunders & Greg Marino
Use your Pass or Drop in

🍂🍁Mobility for Athletes
Nov 22 4:30pm with Myles Jeffers
Use your Pass or Drop in

Next Prize Draw: Sunday Nov 16 9:30am

Once upon a time, Chair Yoga was offered at Forest & Waves by Heidi MacPherson. It wasn’t long before the class outgrew ...
11/09/2025

Once upon a time, Chair Yoga was offered at Forest & Waves by Heidi MacPherson. It wasn’t long before the class outgrew the space and moved to the Community Hall, where students age 55 or Better gather twice a week to move, breathe, and learn the art and science of yoga.

Since 2017, Heidi MacPherson has offered this class, funded by grants in conjunction with the District of Tofino and the Province of BC. Heidi aims to “normalize” chair yoga in classes, home practice, at work or anytime you feel your mat is not accessible.

As part of Module 1, 300hr YTT, Heidi is opening the Chair Yoga component to the general public. This is a 2 day immersion, 3 hours each day with the option to join one or both sessions. Each session includes practice, Principles of Chair Yoga, and time for Discussion. A 60 page booklet that includes descriptions and photos of shapes as well as sequences for home practice is also included.

Chair Yoga Workshop

🪑Nov 29 & 30 9am - Noon
🪑$49 for one day; $89 for both days

🪑Mature students 55 years or Better: $35 for one day; $59 for both days
🪑is cost a barrier? Please contact Heidi

🪑Includes Booklet of Chair Yoga Principles, Over 50 Shapes and Sequences for Home Practice

🪑Tiic-mis-aq’kin Health Centre, Ty-Histanis. Carpooling & Shuttle services can be pre-arranged

🪑Message to Register
🪑Can’t attend but want the booklet?

https://heidimacpherson.com/upcoming-training-and-offerings/

“This is one of my passion projects and I am beyond excited to share a resource booklet that highlights the Principles of Chair Yoga, includes a library of over 50 shapes and some sequences for home practice.”

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November is off to a great start!Congratulations to all the stickers and settling into your routine. Here is a selection...
11/08/2025

November is off to a great start!
Congratulations to all the stickers and settling into your routine.

Here is a selection of some of the more “well-attended” classes. Did you experience any of them? Or perhaps it was the more quiet classes that you attended and enjoyed? Whatever your reflection, all of it is welcome and we’d love for you to share your feedback with us.

WEEK ONE PRIZE DRAW: SUNDAY 11am
All participants on the sticker board are eligible (some exceptions apply eg. Teachers are not eligible)

TIPS FOR WEEK TWO:
🧘🏽‍♂️ Plan your week ahead and pre-register
🧘🏽‍♂️ Pace your yourself: balance movement classes with quiet Yin or Restorative.
🧘🏽‍♂️ Week 2 Fatigue is expected and then Week 3 for many is the most challenging. If your commitment wanes, call a friend and make a yoga date.
🧘🏽‍♂️If you have time after class, enjoy a coffee/tea at the Tofitian with a new yogi friend that you’re sharing class with or go for a beach walk. Connection will make your Challenge more fun.
🧘🏽‍♂️If you experience any discomfort during the classes or lingering physical symptoms, talk to a teacher.
🧘🏽‍♂️If you have any ahhhaaaa moments that you’re curious about, feel free to share with a teacher or send us an email or reach out on social media. If you’re new to yoga, some students might feel somewhat vulnerable to share these conversations, however in our experience, sharing is part of the growth and likely, we may be able to offer some insight and support.
🧘🏽‍♂️Be kind to yourself.

WEEK ONE NOVEMBER 30 DAY CHALLENGE - LIVE YOUR YOGA Thank you for filling the cedar walls with your committed spirit and...
11/03/2025

WEEK ONE NOVEMBER 30 DAY CHALLENGE - LIVE YOUR YOGA

Thank you for filling the cedar walls with your committed spirit and stickers!

Honour the Super Full Moon this week on Nov 5 and check into Jenny Henderson’s special offer “The Story of Virabhadra” Nov 8.

If you’re thinking of joining us for one or more modules of the YTT, you’ve got til Nov 15 to apply.

🧘🏻‍♂ Monday Nov 5 7am Super Full Moon Warm Vinyasa
With Heidi MacPherson

🧘🏻‍♂ Saturday Nov 8 9:30am The Story of Virabhadra (Vinyasa)
With Jenny Henderson
🧘🏻‍♂First Prize Draw Sunday Nov 9 11am

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Pre-registration recommended

Did someone say “sticker board?”. Yayyyy get ready for:  𝙇𝙄𝙑𝙀 𝙔𝙊𝙐𝙍 𝙔𝙊𝙂𝘼 - 𝙉𝙊𝙑𝙀𝙈𝘽𝙀𝙍 30 𝘿𝘼𝙔 𝘾𝙃𝘼𝙇𝙇𝙀𝙉𝙂𝙀𝙐𝙉𝙇𝙄𝙈𝙄𝙏𝙀𝘿 𝙔𝙊𝙂𝘼 $108 S...
10/29/2025

Did someone say “sticker board?”.
Yayyyy get ready for:


𝙇𝙄𝙑𝙀 𝙔𝙊𝙐𝙍 𝙔𝙊𝙂𝘼 - 𝙉𝙊𝙑𝙀𝙈𝘽𝙀𝙍 30 𝘿𝘼𝙔 𝘾𝙃𝘼𝙇𝙇𝙀𝙉𝙂𝙀
𝙐𝙉𝙇𝙄𝙈𝙄𝙏𝙀𝘿 𝙔𝙊𝙂𝘼 $108

Scroll through the slides for a selection of our specialty classes
Add your name to the sticker board, take home a Forest & Waves keychain and be eligible for a chance to win weekly prizes

𝙏𝙍𝘼𝘾𝙆
𝘾𝙊𝙉𝙉𝙀𝘾𝙏
𝙏𝙍𝘼𝙉𝙎𝙁𝙊𝙍𝙈

in addition to our regular schedule, enjoy:

🍂Nov 1 7-9pm Release, Embrace & Dream - Heidi MacPherson
$45

🍂Nov 5 7am WARM Super Full Full Moon Vinyasa - Heidi MacPherson
Use your pass or regular drop in fees apply

🍂Nov 8 9:30am The story of Virabhadra - Jenny Henderson
Use your pass or regular drop in fees apply

🍂Nov 14-16 Sacred Dance: Journey through the Four Trimesters - Rebekka Walker
20 Hr Immersion $350

🍂Nov 17 7:45pm Yin Yoga for November: Roll into Winter Part One Myofascial Release with Massage Balls
Heidi MacPherson
Use your pass or regular drop in fees apply

🍂Nov 22 9:30am Vinyasa & Live Music - Mary Saunders & Greg Marino
Use your pass or regular drop in fees apply

🍂Nov 24 9:30am Hot Stone Restorative - Shannon
Use your pass or regular drop in fees apply

🍂Nov 29 7pm Mythology & Sound - The Story of Patanjali - Shireen Banaee
$30

And more!!

Registration closes Nov 15 for this winters Yoga Teacher Training. Join our incredible group of trainees and be part of Coastal Bliss Yoga’s 7th graduating class.

10/29/2025

Release
Embrace
Dream
Nov 1 7-9pm $45
Please Pre- Register at tofinostudio.com

Live music is a collective expression of the moment. Heidi MacPherson guides and plays live piano, harmonium & harp for a 2 hour PAUSE of Yin, Restorative Yoga and Yoga Nidra. This is not a crystal bowl sound bath, but rather, an opportunity to experience ragas, melodic motifs, Beethoven or Chopin. You may hear tonal melodies that awaken memories, intentional intervals that create just the right amount of distance between your heart and throat and cadences that resolve and dissolve or ask questions— an intimate voice woven into delicate phrases of knowing and unknowing. This is your PAUSE, supported by breath, shapes, live music, and a co-created, held space. Please pre-register before FRIDAY Oct 31.

Heidi MacPherson studied classical music and holds an Associate Diploma in Advanced Piano and theory with the Royal Conservatory of Music. While she teaches more yoga than piano, she enjoys uniting the two crafts to share the experience of live music and relaxing yoga.

Address

1180 Pacific Rim Highway
Tofino, BC
V0R2Z0

Opening Hours

Monday 6:30am - 9pm
Tuesday 6:30am - 9pm
Wednesday 6:30am - 9pm
Thursday 6:30am - 9pm
Friday 6:30am - 9pm
Saturday 6:30am - 8pm
Sunday 8:30am - 9pm

Website

http://www.tofinostudio.com/

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Tofino’s Yoga Studio

We are delighted to welcome you to the studio and the community of Tofino!

In February 2010 the space was opened as Tofino’s first and only yoga studio. The idea was to create a central gathering place for teachers and students to come together under one roof. The studio is located in a small commercial hub just outside of town. It has a cozy west coast feel with cedar posts, infrared heaters, and a view of the trees. We are here to support and nurture the community and we hope that you enjoy what we have to offer:


  • Daily drop in classes for everyone, from long time locals to Tofino day trippers

  • Workshops & Events