Events & Workshops
NYC Events
Vital Energy: Introduction to the Art of QiGong
with Russell Brant
at the NYC Studio and Livestream
Sunday, May 19th 2024
3:00-5:00 PM ET
Join us for an introduction to the Chinese art of Qi Gong, a rich repertoire of vital energy exercises that promote overall health, stress reduction, balance, coordination, and mental focus. The exercises are suitable for all ages, body types, and levels of physical conditioning.
Ancient in origin, the practice is anchored in Daoist philosophy and based on mindful and organic breathing and movement patterns. The class will experience through practical exercises the principles of Qi Gong mental/physical relaxation, structured movement, and breathing through representative exercises such as those depicted on the Mawangdui scrolls dated to 168 BCE, the 1,000 year old Ba Duan Jin, [Eight Brocades of Silk], the Shi Ba Shi [Eighteen Forms], and the Wu Qin Xi [Five Animal Frolics]. The Animal Frolics is a class favorite, a 2,000 year old series of exercises developed by famed Chinese physician Hua Tuo based on the natural movements of the Bear, Tiger, Deer, Monkey, and Bird. Together, these exercises provide the class with a solid foundation for further developing a practice of Qi Gong.
Don't miss this opportunity to invest in your well-being, nurtured by these ancient practices. Reserve your spot for a blissful afternoon of self-care and discovery.
All levels welcome.
Yin Yoga and Sound Bath
with Masako Miyakawa
at the NYC Studio
Sunday, June 9th 2024
1:00-2:30pm EST
In this special workshop, you’ll be practicing yin yoga to help release tensions and stresses in your body while being enveloped and immersed in the sound of 7 Chakra Crystal Singing Bowls. Yin yoga works on your tighter, contracting and knotted connective tissues around the hips, lower back and shoulders while the Sound Bath, also known as Sound Healing, works to promote deeper relaxation by your brain waves becoming attuned to the frequencies of the instruments.
Combined Benefits of Yin Yoga + Sound Healing:
Helps to release tightness/knots in your body.
Significant reduction in stress and anxiety.
Helps to lower blood pressure and anger.
Cleanse and balance Chakras, energy centers in the body.
Stimulate Meridians, energetic pathways in the body.
Increase in mental and emotional clarity.
Austin Events
Roll & Relax: Myofascial Release Workshop
with Jessica Deskins
at the Austin Studio
Sunday, May 19th 2024
3:30-5pm CT
Join Jess, 200 hr RYT, for a workshop that will teach you how to use tools like the foam roller and therapy ball to find relief for sore muscles and increase mobility.
This workshop is perfect for avid yogis and athletes alike. You will learn the principles of myofascial release, participate in a brief guided meditation, and then learn different techniques using a foam roller and therapy ball that will leave you feeling better than when you arrived.
All levels welcome.
$48, includes a therapy ball and an instructional video to take home.
Family Yoga Night
with Jaclyn Marshall
at the Austin Studio
Sunday, July 28th, 2024
5:30-6:30pm CT
Join us for a fun movement and mindfulness class designed for the whole family! Family yoga is an opportunity for bonding, playful connection and healthy exercise together. Class includes 45 minutes of yoga, plus a family activity and healthy snacks.
All ages are welcome, ages 0-100.
No experience is necessary.
Children must be accompanied by a parent.
Donation-based class. Suggested donation $10 per person.
About the teacher: I’m Jaclyn, mom of two, former elementary teacher, messy play enthusiast and child development nerd. Fun fact: sensory play and process art were part of my life 5 YEARS before I even had kids of my own! My husband has built many-a-project to help carry out my wild ideas including 4 different sensory tables and a very large plywood cow (you can ask me about that later). I left my public school days after our first child was born but teaching is still part of my soul. Especially teaching kids to embrace their creativity- because I feel that’s the key to everything! Really everything- boredom, confidence, problem-solving, empathy, learning from mistakes, abstract thinking, etc. My classes are a mix of all the things I’m passionate about providing for my own children (open-ended play, recycled art, mindfulness practices, STEM activities…you get the idea?) and I’m thrilled to offer all my experience and messy-art-making expertise to your family too!