SELF-CARE SUNDAYS & OTHER SPECIAL EVENTS

 MyoYin Yoga is 90 minutes of deep passive stretching in yin yoga stillness combined with soothing self-myofascial massage with therapy balls ('myo' is from 'myofascia': myo = muscle, fascia = connective tissue), ending with a guided yoga nidra meditation during an extended savasana for deep rest.

This class can help you to:

• increase flexibility
• reduce muscle tension
• find freedom in your fascia
• soothe your nervous system
• work on your skill of meditative mindfulness
• feel overall more relaxed and at ease in both body and mind

Expect to learn techniques for self-myofascial release using Yoga Tune Up therapy balls both independent from and in combination with yin postures (poses held passively with little to no effort or movement for between 1-5 minutes each).   Options are always given for all bodies and abilities, and beginners are welcome. 

The room will be warm and dimly lit; dress for comfort.  You're welcome to bring your own therapy balls and yoga props, but some will also be available to borrow or purchase.

Teacher: Sarah Nelson
Class format: 90m event; in-person only at MYC.  
Cost: $15 (sorry no class passes or "first class free" promo)

Registration: Pre-registration required; register and pay online at sarahnelsonyoga.com or email sarahlissanelson@gmail.com to pay cash, check, or Venmo

 Unwind and rejuvenate with a blissful Friday session of meditation and sound healing and breathwork to reconnect with the inner peace.

Take time for yourself this Self-Care Friday with a rejuvenating Shamanic Breathwork, Meditation, and Sound Healing experience!

Unwind, recharge, and reconnect with your inner peace through guided practices designed to nurture your mind, body, and spirit.

🔥 Session 1: Shamanic Breathwork
🕓 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Discover the power of your breath as you release tension, clear your mind, and align with the nurturing energy of the Scorpion Season.

🎶 Session 2: Meditation & Sound Healing
🕠 5 PM – 6 PM
Immerse yourself in the soothing combination of meditation and sound healing to promote deep relaxation and inner balance.

You can attend Session 1, Session 2, or both! Ticket prices reflect your choice!

Take a well-deserved break from your busy schedule and join us for this transformative event. Your self-care matters—treat yourself to an evening of relaxation, renewal, and inner harmony.

Bolsters, blankets, and some eye covers are available at the studio to borrow, but you can also bring your favorite blanket or pillow, and we recommend to wear comfortable clothes and bring warm socks.

Guest Teacher: Gina Anayana  
Class Format: 60m workshops; in-person at MYC. Max 15 people per session, once tickets sold out, you will be on the waitlist.

Cost: Breathwork is $55; Meditation and Sound Healing is $30. Or both sessions for $75/person.  

Registration: Pre-registration required.  Registration here on eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1114-self-care-friday-shamanic-breathwork-meditationsound-healing-tickets-1910572657249

Please message Gina if you have any questions for this event. To know more about your facilitator: https://www.innersensoryhealing.com/meet-gina 

 A Self-Care Sunday Practice 
NO PRIOR YOGA EXPERIENCE REQUIRED.

 This Gentle Yin-inspired routine for flexibility, relaxation and stress relief might be just what your body is calling for after weeks of leaf raking or sitting on the bleachers this fall!  This practice will provide you with everything you need to stretch from head to toe.  Specific stretches will target neck, shoulders, and arms, lower back and hips, as well as legs and feet.  Some Yin poses will be held for up to 5 minutes, while other poses will be fluidly combined in gentle short sequences.  

Teacher: Julie Pierce

Class format:  60 minute class; in-person at MYC 
Cost: $12 drop-in, or purchase a class pass for Julie's classes (8 classes for $80 or 12 classes for $100).   (Please note that this Self-Care Sunday special event does not qualify for a "first class free" class with Julie.)

Registration:  Pre-registration required.  Register at julieannpierce69@gmail.com and pay at Paypal https://www.paypal.me/yogapeacewithjulie ; Venmo (Business page: Yoga Peace with Julie); CASH App:  $yogapeacewithjulie; or In Person: Credit/Debit Card, Personal Check, and of course Cash 

Restorative Yoga & Meditation:

This class is an invitation to simply be, exploring the profound wisdom of stillness as a ground for self-discovery and deep rest. Designed for everyone, regardless of experience, the primary focus of this gentle journey inward is meditation.

Each week features a lecture-style meditation designed to help you compassionately observe your true self without judgment. As an added benefit, we'll begin with a few supported restorative poses. These gentle postures will help you find comfort and release in your body, preparing you for deeper stillness. The practice emphasizes listening to your body, using props generously for support, and allowing your breath to be your anchor.

Join us to nurture your entire being and cultivate inner peace.

The meditation theme will vary each week. No prior meditation experience required. 

Teacher: Amber Laskowski
Class format: 60 minutes. In-person at MYC
Cost: $12 drop-in 

Registration: Pre-registration required. Email Amber at amberlsinicki@gmail.com to register. 
Payment options: cash & Venmo @Amber-sinicki 

Embodied Yoga & Reiki:

  This class is a gentle journey designed for everyone to refresh their mind and body. In our busy lives, energy can feel scattered or depleted. This is an invitation to gather that energy, gently release what no longer serves you, and invite in a renewed sense of peace and vitality.

This practice blends gentle yoga with the subtle, healing energy of Reiki. Reiki is a gentle, non-invasive therapy involving light hand placement (or hovering hands-off) by the practitioner to promote relaxation, reduce stress, and support your body's natural healing abilities. As part of this experience, Amber will be offering Reiki to each student during the class.

We'll begin with a grounding and intention-setting meditation and a guided self-Reiki session to help you connect with your inner energy. We emphasize listening to your body, using props generously for comfort and release, and connecting with your body and breath.

Come open yourself to this energetic reset and embrace healing and well-being.

Teacher: Amber Laskowski
Class format: 60 minutes. In-person at MYC
Cost: $12 drop-in 

Registration: Pre-registration required. Email Amber at amberlsinicki@gmail.com to register. 
Payment options: cash & Venmo @Amber-sinicki 

  The deeply rejuvenating and meditative practice of Yoga Nidra is a guided meditation of yogic 'sleep' (NSDR: non-sleep deep rest) that will quiet your mind and relax your body, right down to your innermost center. This practice does not include movement; you will lie down on the floor with support from blankets, bolsters, and whatever you need to feel cozy and comfortable while you follow with your awareness as you are led toward a place of profound relaxation and inner peace - you'll awake from this practice feeling fully refreshed and renewed. 

Expect to be guided verbally to set an intention (sankalpa) then led through a combination of progressive relaxation, breath awareness, body scan, and/or imaginative visualization journeys.  

No meditation experience is necessary!  Room will be warm and dimly lit; dress for comfort.

Teacher: Sarah Nelson
Class format:  45m class; hybrid format: join in-person at MYC or online via Zoom. Recording is available by request; past recordings are available On-Demand
Cost:  $12 drop in or purchase a class pass (10 classes for $100 or 5 classes for $50)  

Registration:  Pre-registration required; register and pay online at sarahnelsonyoga.com or email sarahlissanelson@gmail.com to pay with cash, check, or Venmo 

 MyoYin Yoga is 90 minutes of deep passive stretching in yin yoga stillness combined with soothing self-myofascial massage with therapy balls ('myo' is from 'myofascia': myo = muscle, fascia = connective tissue), ending with a guided yoga nidra meditation during an extended savasana for deep rest.

This class can help you to:

• increase flexibility
• reduce muscle tension
• find freedom in your fascia
• soothe your nervous system
• work on your skill of meditative mindfulness
• feel overall more relaxed and at ease in both body and mind

Expect to learn techniques for self-myofascial release using Yoga Tune Up therapy balls both independent from and in combination with yin postures (poses held passively with little to no effort or movement for between 1-5 minutes each).   Options are always given for all bodies and abilities, and beginners are welcome. 

The room will be warm and dimly lit; dress for comfort.  You're welcome to bring your own therapy balls and yoga props, but some will also be available to borrow or purchase.

Teacher: Sarah Nelson
Class format: 90m event; in-person only at MYC.  
Cost: $15 (sorry no class passes or "first class free" promo)

Registration: Pre-registration required; register and pay online at sarahnelsonyoga.com or email sarahlissanelson@gmail.com to pay cash, check, or Venmo

 With roots in Ashtanga yoga, we will move through warm ups and create flows, giving you space to move on your own.  The pace of class will build to one breath, one movement, the class can be fast and building heat within the body will make the overall room hot.  Prior yoga experience is helpful but everybody is welcome and encouraged to try!

Teacher: Kelly Roy
Class format:  60 minute class; in-person only at MYC 
Cost: $12 drop in or purchase a class pass for Kelly's classes (10 classes for $100)

Registration: Pre-registration required; register by email kelly@kellyroyfitness.com; pay with cash or Venmo