February 2023
Qigong & Guided Meditation on Wednesday Mornings
PURCHASE CLASS PASSES PURCHASE A MEMBERSHIP Wednesdays, 10am - 10:40 Qigong means "cultivation of life-energy." Qigong is the foundation of Tai Chi practice. Instead of a set sequence like Tai Chi, Qigong consists of a wide variety of slow, flowing movements that balance the nervous system and optimize joint mobility, tapping and knocking to circulate blood, lymph, and vital energy, and gentle yoga-like stretches for tension-release. Research demonstrates the effectiveness of qigong in improving physical coordination and balance, mental focus…
Find out more »Rest & Refuge on Thursday Evenings
PURCHASE CLASS PASSES PURCHASE A MEMBERSHIP Thursdays, 7pm - 8pm Energy and calm is renewed with the practice of rest. Each session includes: Breathwork Gentle seated and lying-down stretches. Seated stretches can be done in a chair or on a cushion. Lying-down stretches can be done lying on the floor or in your bed. Resting poses (Restorative Yoga) Sound Bath Self-compassion Practice Support your mind and your body's natural healing processes, reduce inflammation, relieve the effects of stress on the…
Find out more »March 2023
Unwind & Renew: A Mind-Body Wellness Retreat
Click Here to Register Sunday March 26th 9:30am - 4:30pm Location: The North Carolina Arboretum Enjoy a day of respite and reflection at the North Carolina Arboretum. Free from the pressures and distractions of daily life, this small-group immersion into mind-body centering practices will include gentle yoga and qigong, guided meditation and relaxation, personal reflection, a sound bath, and quiet time in nature. All movement-based practices will be gentle and accessible, including the choice to do any seated practice in…
Find out more »June 2023
Touching Peace: 5-Day Retreat at Kanuga Lake & Conference Center
Touching Peace: Five-Day Mind-Body Retreat at Kanuga Lake & Conference Center Arrive Monday June 12th @ 3pm Depart Friday June 16th @ Noon CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Kanuga Lake & Conference Center in Hendersonville North Carolina Let there be an opening into the quiet beneath the chaos where you find the peace you did not think possible. John O’Donohue – Self-Compassion Practice – – Gentle Yoga & Qigong – – Seated & Lying-Down Meditation – – Walking Meditation in Nature…
Find out more »July 2023
Silent Hike & Gentle Yoga
Enjoy a quiet, mindful hike to scenic treasures at The North Carolina Arboretum in Asheville, NC. A gentle yoga session in the forest will include guided sensory meditation, calming breath-work, and gentle tension release. Hikes are mindfully-paced and yoga practices easy and accessible, including the option to sit on a bench for any seated practice. Participants bring their own mat or blanket for lying-down practices and are able to come to a lying-down position on the ground unassisted. Save the…
Find out more »August 2023
Gentle Yoga in Nature
Gentle Yoga in Nature (Hendersonville) 8 Wednesdays June 28th – August 16th (9:30am – 10:30) Participants can register for the whole series, for a single session, or for a few drop-in sessions. Click Here to Register Gentle, relaxing yoga stretches outside in the fresh air. Connect with the beauty of nature while releasing tension and building flexibility, strength, balance, and inner calm. This class is limited to 10 participants and takes place in a quiet, beautiful green space at 323 Blythe Street…
Find out more »September 2023
Tai Chi 10 Form at the NC Arboretum
Learn and practice Tai Chi amidst the changing autumn colors at The North Carolina Arboretum in Asheville, NC this fall. Tai Chi 10 Form is an elegant short form that introduces the signature movements of Tai Chi Chuan in a simplified and compact sequence. A wonderful practice for beginners, participants will learn the basic principles of each movement as well as modifications to accommodate individual needs. Tai chi is a safe and effective form of meditative exercise consisting of relaxed…
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