Yoga and Acupuncture: Wood Element w/ Tatum
Sunday, April 12th | 2-4 pm | $40 or $75/two people
Chinese Medicine follows a cycle that contains five phases. Similar to seasons in nature and life, each phase evolves into the next on a loop, forever. The Wood Phase (or element) is seen in a well rooted sapling, new beginnings, spring time, dawn, and the winds of change.
During this workshop, licensed acupuncturist and yoga teacher, Tatum Fjerstad, will share the various ways in which this element shows up in our lives and how to provide it with the care it deserves. After this discussion, she will lead you through a yin yoga practice and a long rest, during which you can choose to receive acupuncture in 5 points.
Pre-registration is required. Masks are optional for the discussion and for yoga, but required for acupuncture.
Mat Pilates w/ Alicia: A 6-week series rooted in classical mat Pilates principles w/ Alicia
Wednesday, April 15-May 20th | 6:15-7:15 pm | $125/member series, $150/series, of $30/drop-in
Art and Mindfulness w/ Leah
Sunday, April 19th | 2-4 pm | $40 or $75/two people
Mindful Mark-Making: Linocut Printmaking for Calm,” invites students to slow down and experience the tactile, meditative process of designing, carving, and printing their own original artwork.
Participants will learn how to transform a simple sketch into a hand-pulled block print, focusing on the mindfulness of the creative process—the steady rhythm of carving and the gentle, purposeful act of inking and printing
No prior experience is necessary—this workshop is welcoming to beginners and seasoned artists alike. Come ready to explore, play, and embrace the beauty of imperfection.
Feeding Inner Fire: Embodying the Seasonal Shift with Yin Yoga and Qigong w/ Ray
Friday, April 24th | 5-7 pm | $40 or $75 for two people
As we navigate windy, unpredictable spring weather, we anticipate and manifest the sprouting of leaves and blooming of flowers. Meanwhile, our energy-bodies are undergoing a similar metamorphosis. We are integrating the deep work of winter and Water energy, we are flexing into the expansive power of spring and Wood energy, and we are preparing to draw forth the sprouting and blooming of our own relational energy and self-expression with Summer and Fire energy.
Join Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, Qigong Practitioner, and Yoga teacher Ray Himmelman for a 2-hour workshop that will harness the bright, expansive energy of this seasonal shift towards our most authentic self-expression. Participants will engage somatically with the relationship between the Liver, Gall Bladder, Small Intestine, and Heart Meridians of the Chinese medicine system. We’ll explore, through the body, how grounding and focus influence our ability to cultivate discernment, self-awareness, and connection. We’ll explore how Spring and Wood energy feed the joyful, dynamic, relational intelligence that Summer and Fire energy invite.
We’ll begin by awakening our meridians with deep stillness, in meditative Yin yoga poses that stimulate our synovial fluid, nourish our joints, and root our energy. Then we’ll open into flowing, gentle Qigong exercises that tone the nervous system, cultivate life force, and activate self-aware, skillful, and joyful connection.
Sound Bath w/ Michele
Sunday, April 26th | 7-8 pm | $20
According to yogic philosophy, liberation comes when the mind can be directed and one’s inner light takes the lead. Paying attention to the activity of our senses is one way to direct the mind, and hearing is one of the 5 primary human senses. When we become fully aware of our hearing sense, with a heart of curiosity, we can decrease the tendency of the mind to act as master. Further, therapeutic sound has a unique ability to call forth the parasympathetic nervous response, as the ears are a seat for this part of our nervous system. The parasympathetic nervous response brings forth the feelings and sensations of relaxation, restoration and rejuvenation. In a world that largely activates only our sympathetic nervous responses, therapeutic sound is so incredibly needed right now. Therapeutic sound can entrain the mind’s vibration into one of steadiness and directability.
In these monthly workshops, we will start with restorative breathwork that fses on lengthening the exhale, which is another way that yogic philosophy says will mold the mind into a more redirectable form. Then we will move into relaxation within the vibrations of therapeutic sound. The instruments of gongs, crystal sound bowls, and drums will be used to create these therapeutic sounds.
No previous experience needed. Please wear comfortable clothing. If you are prone to headaches, please bring a head covering (beanie, hat, bandana, etc). Minimum age requirement is 11 years old.
Gua Sha w/ Mary
Saturday, May 2nd | 2-4 pm | $40 or $75/two people
Have you heard about Gua Sha on Instagram or read an article about its benefits? Do you have a stone, hoping you’d naturally intuit how to use it, only to question “Am I doing this right?” Then this Intro to Gua Sha workshop is for you!
Join Mary of Bloom Holistic Skincare for this informative Gua Sha workshop; hosted at Yess Yoga. During this workshop we will
- cover the foundations of Gua Sha
- experience a thorough in-person tutorial
- engage in a hands-on-assistance as you learn how to navigate your own Gua Sha practice
The ancient practice of Gua Sha hails from Traditional Chinese Medicine, and is steeped in the wisdom of allowing the body to work with itself to heal from within. Learning how to work the Gua Sha stone about your face, neck, shoulders, and décolleté brings benefits such as: lymphatic drainage, facial sculpting, and renewed plumpness to the skin.
Often Gua Sha practice deepens as you learn to work with one stone at a time. Therefore, if you have a Gua Sha stone, please bring it along. You will want to learn with your stone. I will have all varieties of Gua Sha stones to use during this workshop.
Please bring the following (Mary can you fill this part in, I just added ideas)
- Gua Sha stone if you have your own
- a stand up or hand held mirror if you have your own
- wear comfortable clothes
- a water bottle
Family Yoga w/ Halen
Sunday, May 3rd | 2-3 pm | suggestion donation: $20-40
Join Halen for Fall Family Yoga. This hour long class is designed for children ages 4-8 and their caregivers. Halen will lead a yoga adventure where you and your little yogi practice yoga postures and breathing techniques together. Expect a fun and vibrant yoga class incorporating games, music, and creativity, along with a sweet time for calm, connection and rest.
Songs for Tending Your Heart w/ Conie and Liz
Friday, May 8th | 7:30-9 pm | donation based
Our culture desperately needs spaces where it is safe to feel your sorrow and the weight of the weary world. Come sing through the small and large griefs in your life and give them space to breathe and heal.
Song leaders Conie Borchardt and Liz Digitale Anderson (aka GOOD TROUBLE) hold care-filled circles for you to find freedom in your voice, de-stress your nervous system, and move your body.
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Every voice is welcome! We teach all the songs call and response- just open your mouth and echo back. We’ll sing songs to ground you, heal you, and help you breathe in the days to come.
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Pre-register + pay what you can: $5-$20 sliding scale (No one turned away for lack of funds; we want you there!) You can also pay on the door.
**Notes: Because Covid is airborne and we’ll be singing indoors, we are asking folx to mask up for this workshop. Thank you!
We are so excited to welcome you to a Yess Yoga special offering or training. We have a 48 hr cancellation policy. Please email [email protected] if you no longer can make it to the workshop you signed up for. If you are unable to attend class or email after 48 hours to the start of the workshop, a credit(s) will be deducted from your account.
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