The word "karma" is derived from the Sanskrit root kri, meaning 'to do'. In its most basic sense karma means action. The word 'yoga' translates to union or connection. Thus karma yoga is building connection through action. This is often described as "selfless service" and is a way of acting, thinking or being dedicated to the well-being of others.
Every Friday at 8:30pm, Moksha Yoga Victoria offers a Karma Yoga class. This 60-minute Moksha class is pay-what-you-can (minimum $5) with 100% of the proceeds directed towards charitable activities.
Charities we have supported:
 The Queen Alexandra Foundation for Children (QAF) is a registered charity with roots dating back to 1926. The foundation raises, invests and stewards funds to support the physical, mental and social well being of children, youth and families primarily on Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands.
To learn more about QAF visit: www.queenalexandra.org
 The New Leaf Yoga Foundation was created by Laura Sygrove (Moksha instructor) and Jessica Robertson (co-founder of Moksha Yoga) with a vision to put the Moksha idea of accessibility into practice. The goal of the organization is to encourage individuals to turn over a new leaf in life through the practices of yoga and meditation and by fostering a commitment to nonviolent, compassionate engagement with themselves and with others.
In the future the organization will expand to make these practices available to other under-serviced communities across Canada, including people living in shelters, recovering from addictions and living in poverty.
To learn more about New Leaf visit: www.newleafyoga.org
 On Sunday, February 22, 2009, thousands of participants and volunteers took part in Power of Movement - a yoga fundraiser in support of the Arthritis and Autoimmunity Research Centre Foundation. Moksha Yoga Victoria was able to raise $1000.00 in support of arthritis and autoimmune disease research. Power of Movement '09 was able to raise approximately $250,000! Stay tuned for
March 7, 2010. To learn more visit: www.powerofmovement.ca
 The Arthritis & Autoimmunity Research Centre (AARC) Foundation is one of the three foundations at University Health Network (UHN) in Toronto. The Foundation raises, manages and invests funds for arthritis and related autoimmune disease research taking place in labs and clinics across UHN.
The money that was raised in January's karma classes will be donated to the International Rescue Commitee. This agency is a global network of first-responders, humanitarian relief workers, health care providers, educators, community leaders, activists and volunteers. Money will be used for repairing and supplying health clinics, providing clean water and sanitation, and implementing programs for traumatized children and youth.
To donate to this Haiti relief effort, go to theIRC.org, or call 1-877-REFUGE |
