Workshops

Yin/Nidra/Sound Bath

Saturday, April 13th 5 – 7 p.m.

Join us Saturday, April 13th for a fusion event that includes:

Yin Yoga

Yoga Nidra

Sound Bath

A wonderful combination to get you relaxed on all levels: physical, emotional and energetical.

Come as you are and allow yourself to be immersed into the world of deep stretches, yogic sleep and sound vibrations that heal your body on a cellular level.

Investment – $39

Here is more information on Yin Yoga and on Sound Bath

Why Yin? “Most forms of yoga today are dynamic, active practices designed to work only half of our body, the muscular half, the ‘yang’ tissues. Yin Yoga allows us to work the other half, the deeper ‘yin’ tissues of our ligaments, joints, deep fascial networks and even our bones. All of our tissues are important and need to be exercised so that we can achieve optimal health and vitality.” Bernie Clark.

Everything in existence is a combination of the opposing but complementary facets of yin and yang. Yang is described as active, hot, rapid, dense, gross, and yin is passive, cool, slow, light and subtle.

Our lifestyles here in the west can be described as generally very yang focused – we are encouraged to be active, focused on effort, focused on production, on doing and achieving. However, in order to live balanced, healthy and truly productive lives, we need to be sure to incorporate yin energy into our lives. One good way to do this is to practice yin yoga.

In yin yoga we are able to go deep into our bodies and into minds. We hold poses – often a passive stretch – for a longer time, working beyond muscles so that we experience a therapeutic effect on our deep connective tissue and fascia. Because this is where we store a lot of our ‘stuff’, we find that this practice can offer us deep release – physically, mentally and emotionally. While in the poses, we practice with the mind – yin is sometimes referred to as meditative yoga. We use the poses to get into the body and not the other way around. When we come out of a yin pose, we pause to notice what’s happening in the body. As we practice more and more, we become attuned to the subtleties of the body. Yin is not restorative or gentle yoga. Sometimes, because we’re going deep, the poses can be uncomfortable. But when we embrace this discomfort as an indication of where our work lies, physically and mentally, we find we are able to go even deeper and let even more go. Following a practice of yin with a practice of Yoga Nidra – yogic sleep – allows the body to relax as if it are asleep – even though you are still awake. This allows your body to assimilate all the work and release you’ve done during the session. It also allows your nervous system to recalibrate for a time. And at the end of class you will feel wonderful. Some students say: this feels like I’ve just gotten a massage or this feels like medicine for my body, or I feel like I’m on could 9! Ultimately, these students have come back to themselves and back to balance and these are feelings that everyone needs to feel in their day to day, not just after a trip to be spa!

Sound Bath Description

Sound baths help to move the body and mind from a place of imbalance to one of balance. Using the vibrational resonance and frequency of crystal singing bowls and other instruments, a sound bath facilitates shifts in the body’s brainwave state, enabling participants to reach deep meditative states, and promotes deep levels of physical and mental relaxation. In this relaxed state, the body’s stress response shuts off and the relaxation response engages, resulting in the lowering of the heart rate and blood pressure, and activation of the body’s natural healing process. 

Participants in sound baths often experience:

  • Feeling calmer
  • Reduced feelings of stress, anxiety, and depression
  • A release of tension
  • Deep relaxation
  • Improved mood
  • Better sleep
  • Stronger mind-body connection

Participants should wear warm, loose-fitting clothing, avoid heavy meals beforehand, and come well-hydrated for optimal results. As the body’s core temperature can drop during a sound bath, a blanket may also be beneficial.

Please note that sound baths are not recommended for people with pacemakers, artificial heart valves, or those with pumps, devices, or metal in the body.

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Reiki Certification Level 1

April 27th 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. and April 28 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Reiki is a gentle, yet powerful, hands-on healing modality that originates from Mikao Usui. You will learn the precise method for use on yourself and others as a part of the Usui lineage.

Included in the training:

  • 4 Sacred initiation Rites called “attunements”
  • 3 hands-on practice sessions
  • 55-page curated training manual
  • session notes from a full-time practitioner

Investment – $299

Early Bird special if purchased before April 1st – $259

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    Sacred Sound & Kirtan with the Spirit Messengers

    Saturday, March 16th

    7:00pm

    Early Bird Investment: $25

    After March 15th, the price increases to $35, so be sure to reserve your spot before the day of the event!

    The Spirit Messengers (Ian Boccia, Don Martin, Stan Holt and Tenaya Cleveland) combine the ancient traditions of Sanskrit mantra with the adventurous spirit of progressive rock. Their sound takes participants on a journey of deep, mystical vibrations that opens the door to higher consciousness.

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    The Symphony of Serenity

    Sound Healing with Kennedy OneSelf

    Saturday, February 3 at 6 p.m.

    A profoundly potent symphonic orchestration of acoustic vibration that guides the listener to the inner stillness where lasting peace resides. Participants in this voyage through vibration simply lay down and relax. This absolutely incredible sound journey will instill a remarkable tranquility that lingers long after the last sound.

    Investment – $35

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    The Ultimate Letting Go Workshop

    Saturday, January 13th

    9:30am-12:00pm

    Investment: $49

    Are you curious about death and dying but don’t know where or how to talk about it?  Would you like to have a safe and supportive environment in which to gently explore your thoughts? 

    Join Susan Patterson, Certified Conscious Dying Coach, for a session of open conversation, relaxing postures and sacred silence to learn the concept of conscious dying and how to integrate practices into your life for letting go of your body.  

    Guided meditations, journaling and drawing will be used to encourage and support each person’s exploration. 

    Please bring a yoga mat and dress in soft, comfortable clothing.  Yoga props, drawing and journaling materials and snacks are provided.  

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    Yang-Yin-Nidra Immersion

    Join Dan and Huyla for an afternoon of bliss!

    December 9th, 2023

    Saturday, 3:00-6:30 p.m.

    Are you ready to feel empowered?

    This immersion is a carefully crafted sequence to activate & clear the physical, mental, emotional and energetic bodies. First, we invigorate the energy channels & declutter the mind to feel our strength come alive.

    Are you ready to reduce stress? Next, we open the body up with long-held Yin poses, coupled with Reiki-infused hands-on, healing connective tissues and joints. We direct focus inward calming the nervous system down.

    Then we come into complete stillness with Nidra. By activating the parasympathetic nervous system, we shift awareness beyond the body. Embracing deeper healing, we allow old patterns to dissolve and release emotional burdens.

    Finally, we commune over a cup of ceremonial cacao prepared by Maura Sacach, an Indigenous woman from Guatemala, who shares the native way of cacao circles.

    $59 early bird Nov 20

    $65 Nov 20 – Dec 8

    $70 day of event

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    Ectastic Kirtan and Cacao with Radha Rose & Josh

    Full Moon Release Ceremony with Ilona Moore

    Come celebrate life under the light of the Full Moon with Ecstatic Kirtan + Ceremonial Cacao in community – plus enjoy a guided Full Moon ritual with Ilona Moore.

    Radha Rose + Josh guide your group sound healing journey with live Mantra Music “Sound Yoga” + Ecstatic Kirtan singing born in India. 

    Sit back, relax and drop into your heart to feel the powerful vibrational practice of call-and-response kirtan singing. You’re guaranteed to feel surrounded by ecstatic love and bliss! Chant sheets provided for you. 

    You’ll be provided a cup of 100% Pure Ceremonial-Grade Cacao from Ecaudor and props – includes yoga mats, blankets, bolsters, filtered water. Chairs available upon request.

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    Restorative Yoga Workshop

    Saturday, October 14, from 2:00-5:30 p.m.

    Investment: $59

    Join Sonya Kuropatwa for an immersive experience into Restorative Yoga. She will outline the best practices, explain the purpose, and provide helpful tips for guiding and receiving a Restorative yoga class. Sonya has spent many years studying and teaching Restorative Yoga. Her knowledge stretches far and wide, and her flair for creativity only expands her ability to share this knowledge in a workshop and in class.

    If you are interested in joining us, click the button below to register online today.

    This workshop will be available in studio and online. Open to all who are interested and Yoga Teachers can get 4 CE hours upon completion!

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