Free Friday yoga and other free classes

Free Friday yoga classes are held monthly. This is a beginning level class for all students. Prenatal students welcome if the instructor is familiar with teaching prenatal students. (Prenatal students receive there first ongoing prenatal class free.)

We offer free workshops on occasion. Pre-registration is required. Please arrive 10 minutes early. You may also bring a monetary or food donation for HopeLink.

Ages 12 and up are welcome. Prenatal students Email or call to find out if the instructor is familiar with teaching prenatal students. Call 425-861-1318 or Email with any questions. Sign Up online. Once you have logged in, click on the WORKSHOPS tab to locate the class you would like to register for.

Schedule:
Friday, June 1st from 6:00 - 7:30 PM with Roy.
Friday, July 6th from 6:00 - 7:30PM with Sarah K.
Friday, September 7th from 6:00 - 7:30PM with Angela.
Friday, October 5th from 6:00 - 7:30PM with Tracy.

Introduction to Pranakriya Meditative Yoga

"Pranakriya” specifically means movement of energy – using postures and breath to increase energy, and then noticing that energy during meditation.  Traditionally, the yoga classes can be anywhere from a gentle series of postures to a very physically demanding series, as well as somewhere in between.  Regardless of the physical difficulty of the asanas (postures), classes always are led in a meditative manner.  There is a strong focus on breath work (pranayama) and meditation, both seated and interspersed throughout the physical practice. 

This special class will serve as an introduction to the Pranakriya style of yoga.  The first 10-15 minutes will be a brief description of this style of yoga. This will allow the rest of the time to be a sampling of Pranakriya meditative yoga.  We will experience a variety of breath practices, meditation, and a balance of stretching and moderately strengthening postures.

Date: Sunday, June 10 from 12:30 - 2:30PM with Julie.
Pre-register by June 8th.

Cost: $35. Sign up and pay online. Once you have logged in, click on the WORKSHOPS tab to sign in for the workshop and pay.

yoga nidra

Treat yourself to a night of deep healing, relaxation and rejuvenation of mind, body and spirit!

Yoga Nidra is an ancient practise which induces full-body relaxation and a deep meditative state of consciousness. During the practise one appears to be asleep, but the consciousness is functioning at a deeper level.

Yoga Nidra is a ‘sleep’ where all the burdens, stress, strain and anxiety are thrown off to attain more blissful state of awareness, a relaxation much more intense than ordinary sleep.
Yoga Nidra is practised lying on the floor in savasana completely still, supported by cushions and covered in a blanket. It is perfect for even those who have never practised yoga before. Just lie back, get comfortable and listen to the teacher’s instructions and let go.
Benefits

• Everyone can practise. Even beginners who are stiff.
• Induces deep relaxation and removes tensions at all the levels – physical, mental and emotional.
• Helps restore emotional balance
• The unconscious is focused on a personal goal- helping it be achieved more easily
• Helps harmonize two hemispheres of the brain and the two aspects of autonomous nervous system ( sympathetic and parasympathetic)
• Maximizes the pure yet unmanifested potential within each individual

Date: Once a quarter on Fridays from 7:00 - 8:30PM with Tracy.
Friday, July 13th from 7:00 - 8:30PM. Pre-register by July 12th.

Cost: $20. Sign up and pay online. Once you have logged in, click on the WORKSHOPS tab to sign in for the workshop and pay.

Prenatal Couples Workshop

Partner support is a key element in having a blissful pregnancy and birth experience. This workshop will help you increase intimacy, create deeper mutual care and trust and is a great way to bond with each other and baby during this time of joyful transition. You’ll learn partner poses and individual postures with supportive touch. We’ll also explore breath techniques, partner massage, acupressure and comfort measures which will be beneficial during pregnancy and also help manage pain and create a peaceful, supportive environment for labor and birth.

This workshop is open to pregnant women in any stage of their pregnancy and their partners. All postures will be modified to be appropriate for all levels.

Date: Saturday, April 28th from 7:00 - 8:30PM with Tracy and her husband, Dave.
Saturday, July 14th from 7:00 - 8:30 PM.

Cost: $40. Sign up and pay online. Once you have logged in, click on the WORKSHOPS tab to sign in for the workshop and pay. 5 students with partner minimum.

Family yoga workshop

Family Yoga offers parents and children, a way to experience the benefits of yoga together. Come ready to breathe, stretch, strengthen, play and relax. One parent per child. All levels of yoga experience welcome.

Date: Saturday, November 17th from 2:30 - 3:30PM with Alison.

Cost: $20. 4 parent/child partners minimum.

Breath and Meditation workshop

Deepening into your Being, take your yoga practice to a new level. Learn to settle the mind and thereby cultivate balance in your life, utilizing ancient techniques for our modern lives. Yoga has eight limbs, come explore pranayama (regulating the breath) and meditation to move into a deeper state of relaxation. It's like a re-boot for your mind! Along with pranayama and meditation, we'll weave gentle asana (movements) to loosen up the body and prepare you to sit. Whether you are new to yoga, or practicing for many years, all levels are welcome.

Date: Wednesday, July 18 and September 12th from 7:00 - 8:30PM with Phyllis.

Cost: $17.50. Sign up and pay online. Once you have logged in, click on the WORKSHOPS tab to sign in for the workshop and pay. 5 students minimum.