SELF-CARE SUNDAYS & OTHER SPECIAL EVENTS

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 

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

 Now is the perfect time to take a break from all of your tasks, tend to your body, and care for yourself.  This therapeutic class focuses on yoga for the neck, shoulders, and upper back.  The practice will address targeted areas that get stressed through everyday activities that involve repetitive forward movement patterns or slouching.  (Can you relate to "Tech Neck"?)  

Some poses will gently stretch your neck, lengthen your spine, and open up your chest and shoulders to improve mobility, relieve neck tension, and combat stress; while other poses will help strengthen your upper back and shoulders to improve poor posture, prevent neck pain, and improve quality of life. 

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 

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 

 When Everything Feels Like Too Much: Simple Strategies for Overwhelmed Moms

This in-person mini-retreat is designed for working mothers who feel overwhelmed.

In 90 minutes, you'll understand:

- What overwhelm actually is and why it hits moms so hard
- Learn 5 simple tools you can use immediately
- Experience gentle Nia movement practice to release tension
- Create your personalized toolkit
- Connect with other moms who truly understand

Perfect for moms experiencing mental load overload, competing priorities, exhaustion, or guilt about self-care. Includes a workbook with all tools and resources.

Space is limited. Reserve your spot today!

Guest Teacher: Dr. Ashley Ghose 
Class format:  90 minute workshop; in-person only at MYC
Cost: $15

Registration:  Pre-registration required. Please register online at:  www.ashleymghose.com/everythingfeelstoomuch 

 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 

 Join guest teacher Sierra Miller for this free interactive 60-minute lecture-style workshop for pregnant and postpartum women who are experiencing symptoms such as leaking, constipation, or pelvic and back pain.  

In this workshop, you will learn: 

• What pelvic floor is and how it affects the postpartum body 
• How to establish healthy bowel and bladder habits 
• Whether kegels are right for you hint they aren't always the answer 
• Breathing techniques that support a strong and functional pelvic floor

Guest Teacher: Sierra Miller, MSOT, OTR/L

Class format: 60 minute workshop; in-person only at MYC

Cost: FREE

Registration: Pre-registration required; to register text “PELVIC HEALTH” to Sierra at 989.996.1468

 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