Programs
Chair Yoga - Wednesdays (10:30-11:30 AM)
With Russell McNeil
Open Dates
Oak Room
Drop in's are welcome!
Chair Yoga is by Donation (the suggested amount is $10 per guest)
Gift Certificates
Open Dates
Centre Shop Sales
Open Dates
BCIMS: Simply Present for Insight
With Tempel Smith and Jeanne Corrigal
August 15 - 22, 2026
Bethlehem Centre
Silent Insight retreat cultivating natural mindfulness, deep rest, inner calm, and insight through noble silence and guided meditation practice.
Island Dharma: Insight, Awareness and Bodhicitta (includes meals)
With Lama Mark Webber (Lama Yongdu Chokyi Gyaltsen) and Dr. Cheryl Fraser
August 27 - September 3, 2026
Bethlehem Centre Society
Island Dharma presents a week-long silent meditation retreat led by resident teacher Dr. Cheryl Fraser with special guest teachings by Lama Mark Webber.
Mindful Self-Discovery: Hakomi Practice
With Marcia Burton, RCC and Hakomi Trainer
August 30, 2026
Bethlehem Centre
Experiential Hakomi workshop using mindfulness and somatic practices to cultivate appreciation, gratitude, self-reflection, and deeper, more positive relationships in community.
Fall Away Retreat: Bodhichitta Centre
With Gen Kelsang Zopa
September 4 - 8, 2026
Bethlehem Centre
Everyone welcome. During this retreat we will have an opportunity to improve both the quality of our meditation (technique) and the quality of our understanding of Dharma.
10 Bodies of Kundalini Yoga: A Contemporary Study of Subtle and Physical Intelligence
With Jay Suttonbrown
September 22 - December 8, 2026
Bethlehem Retreat Centre, Nanaimo
A gentle, non-hierarchical journey into the 10 Bodies, inviting you to deepen awareness, reconnect within, and embody clarity, presence, and wholeness.
Embers and Expansion: A Fall Kundalini Retreat
With Jay Suttonbrown
October 16 - 18, 2026
Chapel, Bethlehem Retreat Centre, Nanaimo
A gentle fall Kundalini retreat to slow down, turn inward, and reconnect with your Inner Compass through stillness, warmth, expansion, and authentic presence.
Autumn: Men's Group Retreat
November 6 - 8, 2026
Bethlehem Centre
Come and explore a Men's Retreat Weekend. There are opportunities for private contemplation, and time to enjoy the peace and beauty of Bethlehem.
200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training
With Jay Suttonbrown
January 8 - April 18, 2027
Bethlehem Retreat Centre, Nanaimo
A welcoming, inclusive yoga journey blending Hatha and Kundalini, offering deep personal growth, practical tools, and certification to share this transformative practice with others.