Workshops, Events, & Specialty Classes
Tai Chi & Qigong with Kathy Reid
Qigong is a centuries old practice that incorporates breath, movement, and meditation for the purposes of health, vitality, and calmness of mind. Tai Chi is also an ancient practice. It also uses movement and breath to harmonize the mind and strengthen the body. Tai Chi uses a series of flowing movements that work the entire body. Qigong taps into the concepts of Traditional Chinese Medicine to tonify and clear energy pathways. Both are often practiced at slow and even speeds, making them perfect for those looking for a practice that does not necessitate getting up and down from the floor.
2 select Sundays every month from 11:15 AM-12:15 PM
Drop-ins are welcome
Sound Meditation with Josh Howell
& Jasmine Hollingsworth
Sunday, July 9th; 2:00-3:00pm
Sit back and relax to the soothing sound of singing bowls, chimes, and gongs as regional sound guru, Josh Howell, and trauma-informed yoga teacher, Jasmine Hollingsworth, take you on a journey of the senses.
Josh Howell is an internationally renowned latin percussionist and sound meditation practitioner. While his speciality is creating an enveloping vibrational ambiance with large gongs, he also uses a variety of instruments: chimes, bowels, and more to invite participants into a surreal sound experience.
Jasmine Hollingsworth is a self-taught musician whose specialty is playing singing bowls and chimes.
Yoga for Stress Management
4 Week Online Series with Nancy Fallon
Sunday, August 20, 2023 to Sunday, September 10, 2023 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
If you have a mind that just won't shut off, worry incessantly, or constantly find yourself thinking about your never-ending to do list, read on!
Shin'en is a Buddhist term for a restless mind. Learn tools that you can use to cultivate space between thoughts in addition to the down regulation of the nervous system. Learn how to shut off when you want to. Of course, these tools require practice, but rest knowing that there are ways! Each class will include a little science, resource handouts including practices you can try on your own, mindfulness & meditation practices, and a physical yoga practice meant to calm the body & mind. Beginners welcome!
Syllabus for the Series
Class 1 - The Science of Stress: The Autonomic Nervous System & The Seasons in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) as our Yogic Call to Action for Combating Stress.
Class 2 - The Spleen & Stomach Meridians: Worry, Overthinking, & the “Monkey Mind” (shin’en)
Class 3 - The Kidney & Urinary Bladder Meridians: The Body’s Storehouse of Energy & Combatting Stress Related Fatigue.
Class 4 - The Liver & Gall Bladder Meridians: Realising & Releasing Frustration, Irritation, and Transforming it into Productivity.
Cost: $64
Nancy specializes in teaching yoga and mindfulness to support mental wellbeing. In her “day job” Nancy works as a licensed chiropractic assistant, which has informed her teaching ten-fold in terms of the relationship between physical pain and mental health. In her teaching, Nancy marries the ancient wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine and yogic philosophy with contemporary sports medicine research to facilitate a deep integration of mind, body, and spirit within her students. Expect a journey of self-discovery; while Nancy’s teaching is gentle and empathetic, she will nudge you to explore the hidden corners of your heart in the name of uncovering the True-Self. Nancy holds additional training in Yin Yoga, yoga for athletes, and trauma-informed yoga.
This series is offered LIVEstream via Zoom at class time. These classes will not be recorded or be offered as a recording option.
Yoga and Meditation for Grief and Loss
6 Week Online Series with Nancy Fallon
Sunday, September 24th, 2023 to October 29th, 2023 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM
What exactly do we do with the homeless love of grief? When someone we love passes, or when we are faced with a drastic life change, society often calls us to move on before we are ready. But just how can we form a new relationship with ourselves, with our deceased loved ones, or come to terms with our new circumstances? During the course of this series, you will find yourself in a circle of like minded seekers and uncover the wholeness that already exists inside of your heart. Beginners welcome!
Syllabus for the Series
Class 1 - Overview: Traditional Chinese Medicine as the Driving Force in Balancing & Processing Grief through Yoga.
Class 2 - Balancing the Metal Element for Coping with Depression in Grief: Overwhelm, Helplessness, Hostility & Flight.
Class 3 - Balancing the Water Element for Coping with Denial in Grief: Avoidance, Confusion, Shock & Fear.
Class 4 - Balancing the Wood Element for Coping with Anger in Grief: Frustration, Irritation & Anxiety.
Class 5- Balancing the Fire Element for Coping with Bargaining in Grief: Struggling to Find Meaning, Control, and Letting Go of Hope for Influencing Outcomes
Class 6- Balancing the Earth Element for Moving Towards Acceptance in Grief: Reaching Out to Others & Telling One’s Story.
Cost: $96/series
Nancy specializes in teaching yoga and mindfulness to support mental wellbeing. In her “day job” Nancy works as a licensed chiropractic assistant, which has informed her teaching ten-fold in terms of the relationship between physical pain and mental health. In her teaching, Nancy marries the ancient wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine and yogic philosophy with contemporary sports medicine research to facilitate a deep integration of mind, body, and spirit within her students. Expect a journey of self-discovery; while Nancy’s teaching is gentle and empathetic, she will nudge you to explore the hidden corners of your heart in the name of uncovering the True-Self. Nancy holds additional training in Yin Yoga, yoga for athletes, and trauma-informed yoga.
This series is offered LIVEstream via Zoom at class time. Respecting the confidentiality of conversations, these classes will not be recorded or be offered as a recording option.