Mindful Mondays are free drop-in sessions held on Zoom from noon to 1 p.m. Central. Our experienced facilitators will guide you through a series of mindful movements and meditations that will leave you feeling rejuvenated. No prior experience or special clothing is necessary. To increase the accessibility of Mindful Mondays, a recording is made available […]
Create community while making time for your well-being. Nonprofit onelove.yoga will lead free weekly classes where you will learn foundational yoga, breathwork, meditation, and more. This mind to body connection helps to calm the nervous system. Expect an emphasis on simplicity, repetition, and ease of movement. Registration required. Link to register: https://www.onelove.yoga/offerings/your-time-for-body-and-mind
Ayurveda says that there are three pillars of health, diet, moderation in sensual pleasures and sleep (as deep rest). In the present times, when there are abundant stimuli, shav-asana is the practice of pratyahara (sensory re-direction), a practice to retain the ojas, and to redirect the energy within. It is a precise, conscious and step-by-step […]
Join us at Yoga Sanctuary the first Friday of each month for a healing experience in community. Each month we will offer a unique healing experience for you, your family and your friends. Each of us, no matter who we are, carry burdens. We invite you to rest with us, in sacred space for these […]
Prana is not breath, Prana is what sets the breath in motion. Often misconstrued as a breathing technique, pranayama is the main link between external and internal yoga. Take this opportunity to discover, understand, and immerse yourself in the wise river of life. Learn three uncommon but extremely beneficial Nishreni pranayama for dawn to promote […]
This session will focus on all of this and the concept of self-care in Ayurveda. We will explore a special 10 step Ayurvedic sacred ritual and routine to maintain health for the solar and lunar cycles. A must first step into Ayurveda as it applies to you and Yoga. • What is Ayurveda? • Ayurveda […]
Come join the book release party for the new Waves of Aqua Yoga Philosophy book. The book is an easy-to-use guidebook for applying the wisdom of yoga philosophy to yoga in the pool. During the party, the author, Christa Fairbrother, will be in the pool to highlight key practices, show you some additional tips for […]
Mudras make Yoga accessible! Mudra are an integral part of Yoga. It is a very simple and efficient practice to seal vital pranic energies in the human body for health, well-being and spiritual evolution. Along with Asanas, Hand Mudras are practiced with Pranayama, Meditation and Kriyas to gather the mind, prana and emotions and attain […]
Get your OM right! The mantra OM literally encompasses the meaning of life. Often known as pranava, it is the beginning of all mantras and a must know for all Yoga practitioners. Why is it chanted in the beginning, and why is it changed three times? Are there variations for chanting OM? Is it a […]
Mindful Mondays are free drop-in sessions held on Zoom from noon to 1 p.m. Central. Our experienced facilitators will guide you through a series of mindful movements and meditations that will leave you feeling rejuvenated. No prior experience or special clothing is necessary. To increase the accessibility of Mindful Mondays, a recording is made available […]
Create community while making time for your well-being. Nonprofit onelove.yoga will lead free weekly classes where you will learn foundational yoga, breathwork, meditation, and more. This mind to body connection helps to calm the nervous system. Expect an emphasis on simplicity, repetition, and ease of movement. Registration required. Link to register: https://www.onelove.yoga/offerings/your-time-for-body-and-mind
The Music and Mindfulness series explores the intersection of music and mindfulness while allowing audience members to experience performances by Minnesota Orchestra musicians in an intimate and engaging setting. This year, each evening of the series will highlight one of the foundational aspects of mindfulness: intention, attention and attitude. The interplay of music and mindfulness […]
Tai Chi is noted by The Harvard Medical School Guide to Tai Chi as a practice that creates “a healthy body, strong heart and sharp mind.” In this workshop, you will learn about Tai-Chi form as well as many Qigong postures that you can practice at home or integrate into your other wellness practices. Link […]
Haven’t tried Bitty Kitty Yoga at YCR yet?! You’ve got to be kitten me! You really oughta sign up for this class right meow!! You’ll be feline great after this gentle flow class with some of the cutest, fluffiest and silliest classmates around. Proceeds from this 1-hour class benefit the pawsitively pawesome organization, the Bitty […]
Give yourself or that special mom in your life the gift of health, healing and balance through Yin, Restorative & Yoga Nidra. Indulge in this workshop of self-care and nurturing with a truly special gift for mom and yourself. Yin Yoga comes to us from the teachings of Taoism of ancient China and has become […]
Mindful Mondays are free drop-in sessions held on Zoom from noon to 1 p.m. Central. Our experienced facilitators will guide you through a series of mindful movements and meditations that will leave you feeling rejuvenated. No prior experience or special clothing is necessary. To increase the accessibility of Mindful Mondays, a recording is made available […]
Create community while making time for your well-being. Nonprofit onelove.yoga will lead free weekly classes where you will learn foundational yoga, breathwork, meditation, and more. This mind to body connection helps to calm the nervous system. Expect an emphasis on simplicity, repetition, and ease of movement. Registration required. Link to register: https://www.onelove.yoga/offerings/your-time-for-body-and-mind
Yin Yoga & Sound Healing in the Sensory Garden at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Link to register: https://arb.umn.edu/events/yoga#2024schedule
Join Mary McCallum for a deeply nourishing and restorative gentle yoga and yoga nidra practice. We’ll begin with slower paced mindful movement designed to release tension followed by a 30 minute yoga nidra meditation. Yoga Nidra is a form of guided meditation, also known as the sleep of the yogi, that promotes complete rest and […]
Study Thai Massage! Unique from other types of bodywork and massage, Thai Yoga Bodywork is also a form of Yoga Therapy that combines rhythmic massage, assisted Yoga poses, acupressure along pathways of movement in the body, healing energy work, and meditation. This is a great add-on for yoga teachers, massage therapists, bodyworkers, energy workers, or […]
Gentle Yoga & Meditation in the Sculpture Garden at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Link to register: https://arb.umn.edu/events/yoga#2024schedule
Mindful Mondays are free drop-in sessions held on Zoom from noon to 1 p.m. Central. Our experienced facilitators will guide you through a series of mindful movements and meditations that will leave you feeling rejuvenated. No prior experience or special clothing is necessary. To increase the accessibility of Mindful Mondays, a recording is made available […]
Create community while making time for your well-being. Nonprofit onelove.yoga will lead free weekly classes where you will learn foundational yoga, breathwork, meditation, and more. This mind to body connection helps to calm the nervous system. Expect an emphasis on simplicity, repetition, and ease of movement. Registration required. Link to register: https://www.onelove.yoga/offerings/your-time-for-body-and-mind
During this intentional practice, we are targeting the psoas... deep into our hips. These muscles work so hard for us and in turn, it is time to welcome in safety and relaxation in order to allow them to release and unwind. All levels. Link to register: https://devanadiyoga.com/schedule-events/
Vinyasa Yoga in the Azalea Collection at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Link to register: https://arb.umn.edu/events/yoga#2024schedule
Create community while making time for your well-being. Nonprofit onelove.yoga will lead free weekly classes where you will learn foundational yoga, breathwork, meditation, and more. This mind to body connection helps to calm the nervous system. Expect an emphasis on simplicity, repetition, and ease of movement. Registration required. Link to register: https://www.onelove.yoga/offerings/your-time-for-body-and-mind
May 1, 2024 in Yoga + Movement In our fast-paced world where the hustle and bustle of daily life can often become overwhelming, an interest grows in reconnecting with nature for the benefit of our health and wellbeing. One practice gaining in popularity is forest bathing, a therapeutic and immersive experience allowing individuals to benefit [...]
April 29, 2024 in Health + Wellness A deeply traumatic experience, sexual violence can have long-lasting effects on survivors. The journey towards healing and recovery can be complex and unique for each individual, and certainly not linear. One powerful tool that can aid in this process is the harmonization of the mind and body. I [...]
April 24, 2024 in Lifestyle In the Fall+Winter 2023 edition of MN Yoga & Life magazine (pg 68), we discussed the three P’s of essential oils for pets: purity, potency, and purpose. In this article, we’ll dive a little deeper into safe and effective use of specific essential oils for pets. As this article speaks [...]
April 22, 2024 in Yoga + Movement It’s a big decision when you make the choice to attend a yoga teacher training. A lot of thought, inquiry, and contemplation typically goes into the choice. Yoga teacher trainings can be expensive and require a great amount of time and commitment. Another factor may be if you [...]
April 17, 2024 in Travel Situated in the heart of the United States, the Ozarks encapsulate the majestic wonders of nature. This breathtaking region offers a diverse landscape of rolling hills, verdant forests, clear lakes, and captivating caverns. With its rich cultural heritage and an abundance of outdoor activities, the Ozarks have become a beloved [...]
April 15, 2024 in Health + Wellness A key characteristic of Midwest living is our relationship with nature. A comment about the weather is one of the first things non-Midwest people say to us when we tell them where we live, and we ourselves often develop entrenched habits and opinions related to living in a [...]
April 10, 2024 in Yoga + Movement As a longtime practicing yogi turned yoga teacher, psychologist, and recovering perfectionist, I know a thing or two about how perfectionism can show up and wreak havoc on the yoga mat. Us anxious, active-minded types often gravitate to yoga for its remarkable ability to quiet down all of [...]
April 8, 2024 in Spotlight A Minnesotan through and through, Minneapolis-based yoga conduit James Orione (he/him) shares his love of all things winter, his deep reverent practice for yoga nidra, and his thoughts on the importance of creating BIPOC-only spaces. Laree: Tell us about yourself, James. James: First and foremost, I am a parent in [...]
April 3, 2024 in Yoga + Movement Fall Self-Care Retreat October 5, 2024 11am-5pm Steeple Center - Rosemount MN Join us for a day of intentional self-care at the beautiful Steeple Center in Rosemount. There will be a lovely mix of movement, stillness, reflection, and healing. Accessible and enjoyable for all, no experience necessary, come [...]
April 3, 2024 in Lifestyle In the dance between the ancient wisdom of tarot and the rejuvenating spirit of spring and summer, a unique and enlightening tarot spread emerged. This spread, designed to align with the theme of our current season, unveils the interconnected threads weaving through our lives, encouraging us to find equilibrium in [...]
