Valerii Bandurko

Valerii Bandurko

My path of self-discovery began with yoga. It entered my life about eight years ago, sparked by chronic back pain. At first, it was simply a physical practice, a way to support and care for my body. But over time, I began to sense that yoga was something much deeper — a doorway inward, toward stillness, clarity, and a deeper understanding of who I truly am.
Along the way, I explored various practices, including holotropic breathwork and shamanic rituals. Each experience shaped me in its own way, but the one that had the most profound impact was Vipassana — a practice that appears simple on the surface, yet unfolds great depth and silence within. It was through Vipassana that I truly found inner quiet and a sense of grounded presence.
Today, I'm a certified yoga instructor, meditation practitioner, and retreat coordinator at Vipassana.ca, a community devoted to conscious practice, growth, and support.