We believe practice is personal. There is no single way in, and no finish line. Our role is to meet you where you are and give you the knowledge, support, and space to develop a practice that can evolve alongside you.

Our classes, workshops, and experiences are led with intention—balancing informed teaching with curiosity, challenge, and care. We want you to understand your practice, ask questions, make mistakes, and discover what works for you.

We pair expert guidance with thoughtful hospitality because we believe how you’re received matters. Feeling known and supported creates the conditions to explore, take risks, and grow.

This isn’t a practice of perfection. It’s one of attention, curiosity, and continuing to show up.

We combine expert guidance with genuine hospitality, creating an environment where you feel received with warmth and supported with curiosity and accountability. Our approach isn't about perfection; it's about the meaningful connection that happens when people feel welcomed, empowered, and free to show up exactly as they are.

We believe that how you're received matters—and that's where real growth and healing begin.

We are guided by five core principles:

Openness — Everyone is welcome here. We celebrate the diversity of our community and meet each person with warmth, curiosity, and respect. We value honest, transparent communication and remain open to perspectives beyond our own.

Leadership — We believe leadership is an act of service. Our instructors lead with integrity, humility, and knowledge—sharing what they know while remaining students themselves. We lead by example, take responsibility for our impact, and create space for others to grow.

Support — Your practice belongs to you. We offer the guidance, tools, and encouragement to help you explore what wellness means on your own terms. We meet you where you are, challenge you when appropriate, and support you in developing trust in yourself.

Evolution — Life, like yoga, is constantly evolving. We commit to ongoing learning and allow new insights, research, and experience to inform what we offer. We stay curious, question what we know, and aren't afraid to change with intention.

Connection — We believe meaningful practice extends beyond the individual. We cultivate spaces rooted in safety, respect, and belonging, with zero tolerance for discrimination. Our responsibility extends to the people, practices, and land that sustain us, expressed through community, partnership, and service.

Our story

The Lab has been part of Victoria’s yoga community since 2010, first opening its doors as Moksha Yoga Victoria. Under the leadership of Heather Macleod, it eventually became The Lab—a space that grew and changed alongside the people who practised within it.

In 2024, Cody White and Sheena Naidu stepped into ownership, beginning a new chapter in a story that had already been unfolding for more than a decade. For us, it was the realization of a longtime dream: to create a place where people could gather, move, learn from one another, and feel a little more connected along the way.

So much of what The Lab is today has been shaped by the people who have moved through it. Teachers who have generously shared what they know. Students who have returned to their mats through different seasons of their lives. The conversations at the front desk, the friendships made here, and all the small ways a community takes care of itself.

The Lab has changed before, and we hope it always will. We’re proud of where we’ve come from, grateful to be its current stewards, and curious about what we’ll become next.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get in touch with you by phone?

Absolutely. (250) 385-9642. Our phones are answered during the following hours:

Monday–Friday: 9:00am–3:00pm
Saturday: 11:00am–1:30pm

Outside of these hours, please email us at hello@labvictoria.ca and our team will get back to you as soon as we can.

I would like to reactivate my membership.

We’re excited to welcome you back! Please email us at hello@labvictoria.ca with the date you’d like your membership reactivated.

Please allow up to three days for your request to be processed.

I would like to suspend my membership.

Memberships can be suspended once your three-month minimum commitment has been completed. We require a minimum of two weeks’ notice. Suspension requests cannot be backdated and we are unable to provide refunds for charges that have already been processed.

Please submit your request using the Membership Freeze Form for your home studio.

Please note: prepaid passes with a set duration cannot be suspended.

I would like to cancel my membership.

Membership cancellations can be requested once your three-month minimum commitment has been completed and require a minimum of two weeks’ notice.

Please submit your request using the Membership Cancellation Form for your home studio.

How many people are in each class?

SUN ROOM: 45 students

MOON ROOM: 12 students

Mat markers in the practice room indicate where to place your mat and are arranged to maintain comfortable spacing between practitioners.

Are classes heated?

We offer unheated and heated. Class temperatures vary depending on the room and style of practice:

• Roots + Mobility Stretch: 38°C

• Flow, Flow Level 1, Free Flow, Flow + Restore + Intermediate Flow: 32–34°C

• Restore, Restore + Sound, Blend + Pilates: 28–30°C

• Moon Room classes: Non-heated

Temperatures may vary slightly throughout class.

Can I use the change rooms?

Yes. Our change rooms are open and available before and after class.

For the privacy of everyone using these spaces, cell phones, smart watches, cameras, and other recording-capable devices may not be used in the change rooms.

Are lockers available?

Yes. Lockers are available at our Victoria studio. Please bring your own lock.

Can I shower?

Yes. Showers are available for use, and we provide Picot body wash and Beauty From Bees serum.

Shower towels are available to rent for $3 through our linen service.

Are towels available?

Yes. Mat towels and shower towels are available in studio. Mat towels are complimentary, and shower towels can be rented for $3.

How do I sign up for class?

Classes can be booked through our website or the LAB Studios mobile app.

Registration opens on a rolling basis 14 days in advance. Members with an extended booking window may book up to 21 days in advance.

Can I walk in without registering?

Yes. We hold five spaces for walk-ins, but we always recommend booking ahead when possible.

Walk-in spaces are available on a first-come, first-served basis until five minutes before class begins. At that point, any remaining spaces may also be made available to students from the waitlist or those looking to register.

Please remember that while walk-in spaces are held, late entry is not permitted once class has begun.

How does the waitlist work?

If a class is full, you can join the waitlist. If a space becomes available, you may be automatically added to class and notified up to one hour before the scheduled start time.

One hour before class, the waitlist freezes. Any spaces that become available after that point are offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Please make sure text notifications are enabled in your account so you don’t miss an update.

Is there a charge if I cancel my registration?

We understand that plans change. You can cancel your reservation without penalty up to one hour before class begins.

Cancellations made within one hour of class are subject to a $10 late-cancellation fee. No-shows are subject to a $20 fee. If you are using a class card, a class will be deducted instead.

Missed-class emails are automatically generated, while applicable charges are processed manually within 48 hours.

If you need to cancel late due to illness, please contact the studio.

What is your late-arrival policy?

Our doors are locked at the scheduled class start time and late entry is not permitted.

We know that even a few minutes can sometimes make the difference, so we recommend arriving 15–20 minutes before class, especially for your first visit.

This policy is applied consistently to all students. Beginning class on time allows our teachers to safely welcome and orient the room, minimizes disruption to students who are already practising, and allows our front desk team to step away from reception once class begins.

If you arrive after the doors have been locked, we will not be able to admit you to class.

When should I arrive?

Our doors open 30 minutes before class, and we recommend arriving 15–20 minutes before your scheduled start time.

If you are new to The Lab, please give yourself a little extra time to check in, get oriented, and settle into the space.

Doors are locked when class begins. Please plan accordingly, as we cannot accommodate late entry.

Can I bring my phone or smart watch into class?

We ask that our practice rooms remain device-free spaces.

Cell phones should be silenced and stored with your belongings before entering the practice room. Smart watches should not be used during class.

Cell phones, smart watches, cameras, and other recording-capable devices may also not be used in our change rooms. This protects the privacy of our community and gives everyone an opportunity to practise without distraction.

If you need to remain reachable for an urgent reason, please speak with our front desk team before class.

What should I bring to class?

Please bring:

• Comfortable clothing to practise in

• A yoga mat

• A water bottle

You may also want a sweat towel or shower towel.

Blocks, straps, bolsters, and other shared props are available in studio.

Do you have mats, towels, and props available?

Yes. Practice props are complimentary and available for use in studio. Mat and shower towels are also available, with shower towels available to rent for $3.

If you need a mat, please check with our front desk team when you arrive.

Do you sell mats, props, and other retail products?

We do. Our studio boutique carries a curated selection of yoga and wellness essentials, apparel, practice accessories, and other products we love.

Feel free to browse before or after class or ask our front desk team if you’re looking for something specific.

Can I pay with cash?

Yes. We accept cash, debit, and credit cards for in-studio purchases. Contactless payment is encouraged when available.