Garden Admissions
Yoga with Matt Caza
Reconnect with yourself in a grounding 60-minute Vinyasa Yoga practice surrounded by the calming beauty of the Garden. This ancient movement practice combines fluid postures, breathing exercises, and body awareness to guide you toward a more relaxed and conscious state. Like the flow of yin and yang, both effort and ease help release tension in body and mind.
The tranquil Garden setting is the perfect complement. Step away from the outside world and turn inward in a serene, natural space.
Arrive a little early to wander the grounds and let nature set the tone for your practice. Together, we’ll move through accessible flows, balance effort with ease, and close with a peaceful meditation to reset for the week ahead.
Sunday, October 19
- Early arrival: 1:00 PM
- Class start: 2:00 PM
- Class finish: 3:00 PM
Meet Your Instructor – Matt Caza
Matt has been teaching yoga for over a decade, traveling, instructing, and training across Canada, Australia, Indonesia, and Europe. Combined with eight years of instructing group fitness and a life devoted to training as an elite athlete, he brings a well-rounded, grounded, and practical approach to his practice. A Legacy Ambassador at lululemon, Matt has taught at a variety of Vancouver’s most prestigious studios; you can currently find him at Equinox, lululemon, and YYoga West Point Grey.
Guzheng & Tea
Barrett Bai, our talented 16 year-old Guzheng artist, is back performing at Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden through June. Since he was 10, Barrett has mastered the 21-string instrument, and his music is filled with passion and emotion.
While enjoying a cup of our Garden-blend jasmine tea, let Barrett’s mesmerizing melodies captivate you, each note radiating either intensity or softness. Don’t miss this chance to experience the beauty of traditional Chinese music in our serene Garden setting.
Sundays: 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM
- October 19, 26
- November 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
- December 7, 14
Included with admission
Free for annual pass holders
Plan Your visit to Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden
Over the years, the Garden has received several honours and designations: it is one of Vancouver Heritage Foundation’s “Places That Matter”; was named World’s Top City Garden by National Geographic in 2011; voted Canadian Garden of the Year by the Canadian Garden Tourism Council in 2012; and most recently, the proud recipient of the 2022 City of Vancouver Award of Excellence in the category for Diversity & Inclusion
FAMILY VISITS
From scavenger hunts to Family Days, learn about bringing a family to The Garden and arrange a fun day out for all ages.
GROUP VISITS
From a walk in historical Chinatown to Tai Chi in the Garden, we offer specialized group programs that are fun, interactive, and educational.
TOURS
Let us lead you through this stunning Garden-home, or off on an adventure to explore our local Chinatown community.
EVENTS
See our upcoming events to ensure you don’t miss out on our range of cultural and educational programs.
EXHIBITIONS
Learn about our current exhibitions, and discover what we have coming up next.
TRAVEL TRADE
Offer your clients a unique day discovering the history and culture of Vancouver’s Chinatown.
A Message to Our Guests:
In order to ensure that we protect the Garden’s tranquil environment and provide every visitor with a safe and respectful experience, please note our on-site policies:
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During our Special Events (Lunar New Year, Mid-Autumn Festival, Concert Series), guests are welcome to wear traditional or themed attire to maintain a comfortable atmosphere for all visitors. Photography is permitted with handheld equipment only.
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Whether with a professional photographer or simply a friend, staged photo shoots are not permitted during the Garden’s public opening hours. Examples include: engagement photos, wedding photos, prom photos, senior or graduation photos, and posed portrait photos in costumes or special attire. For events such as these, find more information here.
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Tripods, selfie sticks, drones, lighting equipment, or stabilizers are not permitted.