FREE Info Session - Insight Society with Sarah Schermerhorn

Wednesday, May 28th, 6:30pm - 7:00pm • Livestream

Saturday, May 31st, 9:00am - 9:30am • Livestream

Feeling anxious, restless, or overwhelmed? Join Sarah Schermerhorn, LMHC, for a free, virtual info session to learn more about Insight Society - a transformative six-week mindfulness-based program designed to help you tackle anxiety. Discover valuable insights in a supportive group setting! 

***For livestream participants: a Zoom invitation email will go out to pre-registered students 1 hour before the class. Please make sure we have the correct email address on file for you so you receive your invitation! Contact the studio at 617.566.9642 with any questions.***

Strength & Conditioning for Yogis: Unlock Your Full Potential with Cam Barach 

Saturday, May 31 
12:30-2pm • South End & Livestream

Unlock new levels of stability, endurance, and control in your yoga practice by integrating strength and conditioning principles. This workshop is designed for yogis and movement enthusiasts alike who are looking to build functional strength, enhance mobility, and prevent injuries. Whether you're working toward advanced asanas, seeking deeper flexibility, or simply aiming to feel more powerful and resilient in your body, this session will provide the tools you need.

Through a dynamic combination of bodyweight exercises, resistance training, and targeted mobility work, you'll gain a deeper understanding of how strength supports fluid movement and sustainable practice. Expect to challenge your muscles, refine your alignment, and cultivate the endurance necessary for both stability and ease in your asana practice.

What to Bring:

• Athletic clothing suitable for movement

• Yoga mat (rentals available for $3)

• Water bottle to stay hydrated

• Notebook for key takeaways and personal insights

Cost: $35

***For livestream participants: a Zoom invitation email will go out to pre-registered students 1 hour before the class. Please make sure we have the correct email address on file for you so you receive your invitation! Contact the studio at 617.566.9642 with any questions.***

Pride Flow + Strength Mash Up with Lyndsay Allyn Cox
Sunday, June 1
12:30-1:30pm • South End 

On June 28, 1970, on the one year anniversary of the Stonewall Uprising, the first Pride marches were held in New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago. To celebrate and mark the beginning of Pride Month, join Lyndsay for the 4th Annual PRIDE Movement Mash Up. Class will feature a little vinyasa, a little strength training, and a lot of Pride! Come as you are and ready to dance! Fans and flags encouraged! 

Cost: Sliding Scale donations ($10-$100) all donations will go towards The Boston Alliance of LGBTQ+ Youth (BAGLY)

Please bring a yoga mat (yoga mats are available to rent in studio for $3).

A Guide to Manifestation: Unlocking Your Purpose Through the Chakras with Gabriana DeSousa

Sunday, June 8
12:30-1:45pm • South End

Join Gabriana for a transformative journey to break through blocks, ground your awareness, and manifest your fullest potential! Through interactive exercises, self-reflection, and energetic practices, you’ll gain practical tools to clear internal obstacles, align with your purpose, and tap into universal energy.

Following the chakra system as your guide, you’ll move step by step to unlock your innate power and turn dreams into reality. Whether you have a clear vision or are searching for direction, this workshop will illuminate your path forward.

This workshop is designed for seekers, dreamers, and changemakers who want to align with their purpose and manifest their goals using the chakra system. 

This workshop is an inner journey focused on self-exploration and energetic practices, rather than traditional asana (yoga postures). Please bring a notebook & writing utensil & dress comfortably in clothing that allows you to sit and move with ease (no need for a yoga mat). You may also consider wearing layers to stay relaxed and present throughout the session. 

Cost: $45

Beginner's Guide to Inferno Hot Pilates with Laura Senst

Saturday, June 14

1-2:30pm • Back Bay

Join Laura for a high-energy, music-driven workshop designed to introduce you to the foundations of Inferno Hot Pilates (IHP). Experience firsthand why it’s a student favorite!

Perfect for those new to IHP or looking to refine their practice, this workshop will help you understand the principles behind this sweat-dripping, full-body workout. IHP combines high-intensity interval training (HIIT) with low-impact movements in a heated room, giving you the intensity of a high-impact workout without the added stress on your joints. Expect to sweat—a lot!—while building strength, confidence, and mental grit.

This 90-minute workshop begins with an in-depth breakdown of IHP fundamentals, followed by a full 60-minute class to apply your knowledge with personalized attention.

Bring water, a yoga mat, and a towel (rentals available in-studio for $5). You may also consider an electrolyte drink for optimal post-class recovery.

Cost: $30 

Insight Society: Psychotherapy Group for Anxiety with Sarah Schermerhorn

Six Mondays 
June 16, June 23, June 30, July 14, July 21, July 28

9-10:30am • Newton

Join Sarah Schermerhorn for a free Info Session May 28 or May 31

If you often feel worried or nervous throughout the day or struggle with overthinking, restlessness, and sleep disturbances, this is the right group for you.

This six-week, mindfulness-based program is designed to address symptoms of anxiety. Participants will gain insight into their relational, behavioral, and cognitive patterns in this structured group setting.

Throughout the program, you can expect to learn about common triggers of anxiety, the neuroscience behind sensations, and an introduction to healing trauma, as well as effective strategies for understanding and reducing anxiety.

Group therapy is particularly effective for individuals struggling with anxiety as it provides a unique environment where participants can share their experiences and worries with others who understand their challenges. This shared experience fosters a sense of community and belonging that can reduce feelings of isolation, often accompanying anxiety.

Led by licensed psychotherapist and hot power flow instructor Sarah Schermerhorn, LMHC, this group will help you understand and alleviate your anxiety while cultivating practices that improve your overall mental health.

Each session will include a 30-minute yoga/mindfulness practice and a 60-minute therapy group. A breakdown of each week's theme and coping strategy is listed below:

Week 1 (June 16): Psychoeducation on Anxiety & Yoga

Week 2 (June 23): The Neuroscience Behind Anxiety & Meditation

Week 3 (June 30): The Discovery of the Self & Progressive Muscle Relaxation

Week 4 (July 14): Symptoms of Trauma & Breathwork

Week 5 (July 21): Working with Trauma & Self Compassion

Week 6 (July 28): The Various Paths to Further Healing & Mindfulness

Please remember to bring a mat and a water bottle each week. Yoga mats are available rent in studio for $3.

To sign up for the group, contact Sarah to schedule a 30-minute initial intake session then click sign up below to enroll. Space is limited, so please reach out soon to secure your spot.

Cost: $770

Cost includes the intake session and the 6 weekly sessions & is not able to be prorated for any missed sessions.

This program is not eligible for the YogiPass 20% off discount.

About Sarah

In her life outside of the studio, Sarah is a psychotherapist who works primarily with emerging adults and adults. Her theoretical orientation is based on the belief that therapy should be as unique as the individual and should stem from a place of compassionate and collaborative curiosity. She takes an eclectic approach to both individual and group treatment, drawing from somatic, dynamic, and relational schools of thought with the underlying belief that all individuals already possess the necessary ingredients for healing.

Sarah creatively integrates her role as a psychotherapist into her teaching approach. She is passionate about blending strength, athleticism, and mindfulness into a rhythmic flow that aids students in healing, processing, and connecting with their bodies. She tends to be quite active in treatment, and places immense emphasis on the profound healing that can come from a genuine therapeutic relationship. 

Mobility x Yoga with Benjamin Sears

Friday, June 27

1:30-3:30pm • Brookline

Modern mobility science meets the geometry of Yoga to minimize pain and expand your capacity in Yoga and beyond. Learn simple and powerful drills that use intelligent strength to create sustainable range of motion, then utilize your new awareness immediately in a yoga context. This all-levels workshop and practice will leave students with tools for progress and teachers with material to share.

Cost: $50

Yoga mats are available to rent in studio for $3

About Benjamin

Benjamin is an international teacher cited as a “master” by Yoga Journal in 2017. In 2007, he opened LUXYOGA, a legendary retreat center in the South of France, and has spent the last two years developing Bozeman House, a luxury 20-acre wellness destination 20-minutes from Bozeman, MT. Benjamin leads teacher trainings, workshops, and retreats worldwide, and online.  He began practicing Yoga in 2001 to address a serious spinal injury and multiple knee surgeries, and stuck around because practice helped him to process grief and live with zest and purpose. Benjamin’s work has evolved to support individuals, families, and corporations through the Soul Core Realignment process. He teaches to empower students to make their own realizations through an ever-growing integration of Yoga, modern mobility science, breath-work, and meditation, and is renowned for connecting the dots between diverse modalities with clarity and humor. Benjamin holds a B.A. from UCLA and certifications in Katonah, Bikram, Forrest, Dharma Mittra Yoga, Functional Range Conditioning, and studies within the Ido Portal Method, Ashtanga Yoga, Mindfulness Meditation, Wim Hoff Breathwork, The Oxygen Advantage, Marma Ayurveda, and has completed a multi-year mentorship in Soul Core Realignment. He believes in high standards, integrity, and the power of love and forgiveness. He will laugh at his own jokes, and prefers to live in the woods and visit the city for omakase.

FREE Info Session: 200 Hour Teacher Training with Kate Heffernan & Justine Cohen

Saturday, June 28
10-10:45am • Livestream

Deepen your practice, learn the skills, and find your voice. Come see what a 200 Hour Teacher Training has to offer!

Join lead teacher Kate Heffernan and Studio Director Justine Wiltshire Cohen for a FREE information session about both our upcoming Summer Intensive 200 Hour Teacher Training & our Fall 200 Hour Teacher Training. There will be plenty of time for questions and answers!

For more information on these trainings and to find the application, visit https://downunderyoga.com/200-hour-yoga-teacher-trainings or email Kate Heffernan at educationdirector@downunderyoga.com for more information.

***A Zoom invitation email will go out to pre-registered students 1 hour before the class. Please make sure we have the correct email address on file for you so you receive your invitation! Contact the studio at 617.566.9642 with any questions.***

FREE Info Session - 300 Hour Advanced Teacher Training with Justine Cohen & Kate Heffernan

Saturday, June 28
11am-11:45am • Livestream

Join Down Under lead teachers Justine Cohen & Kate Heffernan for a FREE info session & discussion around what it means to move beyond the basics & enhance your teaching with Down Under's 300 Hour Professional Teacher Training. Join the discussion & stay for a Q&A to answer all your questions about the Professional Teacher Training.

For more information on the training and to find the application, visit https://downunderyoga.com/300-hour-boston-yoga-teacher-training or email Kate Heffernan at educationdirector@downunderyoga.com for more information.

***A Zoom invitation email will go out to pre-registered students 1 hour before the class. Please make sure we have the correct email address on file for you so you receive your invitation! Contact the studio at 617.566.9642 with any questions.***

Sacred Mantra: Opening the Heart Through Sound, Movement
& Breath with David Magone & Lama Migmar 

Saturday, June 28 

1:30-4pm • Porter Sq & Livestream 

Join yoga teacher David Magone and his teacher, Khenpo Lama Migmar Tseten for a transformative workshop.

Receive a 1,000-year-old mantra directly from Khenpo Lama Migmar Tseten Rinpoche, Harvard University's Buddhist Chaplain.

David Magone's yoga and breathwork will prepare your nervous system and energy body to fully receive this ancient practice, creating the ideal conditions for this profound wisdom tradition.

This mantra carries the power of 40+ generations of masters—a living connection to one of Buddhism's most revered lineages and a practice that has survived empires, revolutions, and centuries.

Experience this direct link to a millennium of wisdom—a rare opportunity to receive an authentic transmission preserved through the ages. Secure your place today!

Cost: $60

Yoga mats are available to rent in studio for $3

***For livestream participants: a Zoom invitation email will go out to pre-registered students 1 hour before the class. Please make sure we have the correct email address on file for you so you receive your invitation! Contact the studio at 617.566.9642 with any questions.***

Super Led Primary & Conference with Elliott McEldowney

Sunday, June 29

7am • South End

Conference is a beloved Mysore tradition where Ashtanga teachers and students from our 3 Mysore schools (Harvard, Brookline and South End) gather to share food, wisdom and inspiration on practice.

Conferences explore a specific topic related to practice and are a unique opportunity to ask questions about asana, philosophy or any aspects of yoga, and to learn from and connect with colleagues. 3 times a year the Ashtanga communities unite for a communal Led Primary followed by a breakfast conference at our Life Alive Cafe at Harvard Square (winter), South End (summer) and Brookline (fall).

Elliott will be hosting Super Led Primary and Conference on Sunday, June 29 at 7am in the South End. Sign up for class below to let us know you’re coming & stay afterwards at Life Alive Cafe South End for the breakfast conference!

Yoga mats are available to rent in studio for $3

Principles of Demonstration in Teaching for New and Continuing Teachers with Rosie Richardson

Sunday, June 29

5:15-8:15pm • Livestream

Participants will explore effective, level-appropriate approaches to using demonstration as a teaching tool. Through guided practice, attendees will learn how to combine demonstration, verbal instruction, and props to clearly illustrate shape, alignment, and key actions within a pose.

The session will cover demonstrations for a range of pose categories—including standing, forward extensions, back extensions, seated, and inverted postures. Teachers will also develop skills in sequencing concise, accessible instructions and highlighting dynamic, observable actions. Emphasis will be placed on using demonstrations to clarify how specific actions or props can support students across varying levels of experience.

Cost: $65

***For livestream participants: a Zoom invitation email will go out to pre-registered students 1 hour before the class. Please make sure we have the correct email address on file for you so you receive your invitation! Contact the studio at 617.566.9642 with any questions.***

Learn to Fly: Arm Balances with Meredith Evangelisti

Sunday, July 13
1:30-3pm • Brookline 

Ready to fly?

In this 90 minute all-levels workshop, you will learn how to achieve arm balances in a progressive and safe way.

See step-by-step drills to enhance your practice and strengthen the muscles needed to fly!

Some of the postures you will learn: Crow (and how to jump back) , Side Crow, Eka Pada (Hurdlers Pose), Chinstand, Headstand, & Bird of Paradise to name a few!

Cost: $40

Yoga mats are available to rent in studio for $3

Ayurvedic Beauty & Skincare with Gabriana DeSousa & Kaveri Barros 

Saturday, July 19
1:30-2:45pm •  Brookline Unwind (1038 Beacon St, Brookline, MA) 

Experience the timeless beauty rituals of Ayurveda in this hands-on, nourishing workshop that weaves ancient wisdom with modern self-care practices. Discover how your unique dosha — your Ayurvedic mind-body constitution — influences your skin type, and learn to recognize the root causes of common imbalances such as acne, dryness, inflammation, and sensitivity.

We’ll explore the deep connection between radiant, healthy skin and internal balance, focusing on how digestion, liver health, and seasonal shifts can affect your complexion from within. Then, roll up your sleeves and get creative as we craft natural, dosha-specific skincare remedies using trusted herbs, oils, and simple kitchen ingredients you can easily incorporate into your daily routine.

You’ll leave with personalized, handcrafted products and the knowledge to continue nurturing your skin from the inside out. Come ready to learn, create, and glow naturally. Bring a notebook & writing utensil, no need for a yoga mat.

Space is limited. Be prepared to stand (so wear comfortable shoes!)

Cost: $55

***For livestream participants: a Zoom invitation email will go out to pre-registered students 1 hour before the class. Please make sure we have the correct email address on file for you so you receive your invitation! Contact the studio at 617.566.9642 with any questions.***

Nada Yoga Sound Meditation with Nicole Ward 

Friday, July 25

6:15-7:45pm • Brookline

Nada Yoga Sound Meditation invites you into the healing realm of sound as a gateway to inner stillness and expanded awareness. Rooted in the ancient yogic practice of listening to inner and outer sound, this experience blends Himalayan and crystal bowls, tuning forks, gong, and other sacred instruments. You will be guided into deep states of receptivity through tonal resonance, breath, and silence. This practice supports the nervous system, enhances meditation, and opens pathways to subtle perception. Come explore the power of vibration to restore harmony and awaken your inner sound current.

Cost: $35

Yoga mats are available to rent in studio for $3

Arm Balances, Bandhas, and Finding Lightness in the Practice: Level I with Jessica Walden

Saturday, August 9
1:30-3:30pm • Brookline

Through the practice of Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga, we can cultivate in inner awareness that can foster lightness and steadiness within us. 

In this workshop we will uncover the source of our lightness. We will talk about the 3 bandhas that can be accessed during the practice and use breathing exercises to attempt to feel them.

Jessica will go over the anatomical and physiological aspects of mula bandha, uddiyana bandha, and jalandharabandha as well as the benefits of the bandhas in practice and in everyday life. 

We will use various asanas from the Ashtanga practice to help access body control and balance. We will also explore the foundations of arm balances and handstands and a range of techniques that can help build strength and awareness of our inner lift. This workshop will be challenging, enlightening, and loads of fun.

All levels welcome. 

Cost: $45

Yoga mats are available to rent in studio for $3

Arm Balances, Bandhas, and Finding Lightness in the Practice: Level II
Sunday, August 10
12:30-2:30pm • South End

Sign up for Level II here

Sunday, August 10
12:30-2:30pm • South End

Explore more advanced arm balances, preparation techniques for handstands, and handstands themselves.

About Jessica Walden: Jessica started a daily Ashtanga Yoga practice in 1994. From 2001 to 2011 she made several trips to Mysore, India, to study with Patthabi Jois, Sharath and Saraswati and was granted a Teaching Authorization Certificate (Level 2) from the KPJAYI in Mysore in 2009. Jessica has taught at at a variety of studios in the USA and Australia, including Tim Miller’s Shala and the Jois Yoga, and has assisted Sharath at KPJAYI Mysore. More than anything, Jessica sees herself as a life-long student of this practice. 

10 years ago, Jessica suffered a major spinal injury that was diagnosed as a grade 3 spondylolisthesis at L5/S1 and the loss of the disk between those two vertebras. This not only meant that she could no longer do intense backbends, but the condition often requires invasive surgery to stabilize the spine and alleviate pain. While initially this injury caused a lot of fear and pain, Jessica did not get back surgery and instead used the injury to inform how she would practice from that day forward. With an awareness of what is happening on the inside and an observance of how she can access the subtle energies deep within to find control, she has cultivated a gentle strength, grace and flexibility. Jessica’s approach to her teaching is to provide methods for students that help them to find their own control, grace, and effortlessness in the practice.  

Arm Balances, Bandhas, and Finding Lightness in the Practice: Level II with Jessica Walden

Sunday, August 10
12:30-2:30pm • South End

Often many Ashtanga practitioners like to do handstands because they can help build strength needed for difficult arm balances in intermediate and advanced series.

Handstands and arm balances are also very fun and keep us young!!!

This workshop will tie everything together by exploring how we can use the bandhas and find our center and balance while we are upside down and/or balancing solely on our hands.

We will explore more advanced arm balances, preparation techniques for handstands, and handstands themselves. This will be a challenging, invigorating, and fun workshop. 

All levels welcome. 

Cost: $45

Yoga mats are available to rent in studio for $3

About Jessica Walden: Jessica started a daily Ashtanga Yoga practice in 1994. From 2001 to 2011 she made several trips to Mysore, India, to study with Patthabi Jois, Sharath and Saraswati and was granted a Teaching Authorization Certificate (Level 2) from the KPJAYI in Mysore in 2009. Jessica has taught at at a variety of studios in the USA and Australia, including Tim Miller’s Shala and the Jois Yoga, and has assisted Sharath at KPJAYI Mysore. More than anything, Jessica sees herself as a life-long student of this practice. 

10 years ago, Jessica suffered a major spinal injury that was diagnosed as a grade 3 spondylolisthesis at L5/S1 and the loss of the disk between those two vertebras. This not only meant that she could no longer do intense backbends, but the condition often requires invasive surgery to stabilize the spine and alleviate pain. While initially this injury caused a lot of fear and pain, Jessica did not get back surgery and instead used the injury to inform how she would practice from that day forward. With an awareness of what is happening on the inside and an observance of how she can access the subtle energies deep within to find control, she has cultivated a gentle strength, grace and flexibility. Jessica’s approach to her teaching is to provide methods for students that help them to find their own control, grace, and effortlessness in the practice.  

Sacred Circle: The Art and Yoga of Mala Beading Workshop with Jojo Reger

Saturday, September 13

2-4 PM • Newton

Join Jojo Reger for a soulful gathering where yoga and creativity intertwine. In this intimate circle (limited to 20), we’ll begin with a gentle flow to open the body and lubricate the joints, setting the stage for stillness. Then, through the art of mala beading, we’ll create our own sacred necklaces—tools for meditation, prayer, and quieting the mind.

As we string each bead, we’ll weave intention and connection, learning how this practice deepens our sense of presence. Together, we’ll chant, and close with a heart-opening meditation over bolsters, leaving you grounded, peaceful, and inspired. Whether you’re a seasoned jewelry-maker or new to the craft, you’ll leave with a beautiful, handmade mala that can support your meditation practice.

This workshop is a celebration of movement, mindfulness, and creativity—a space to slow down, deepen your practice, and craft something meaningful by hand. 

Limited to 20 participants—reserve your spot today!

Cost: $60

Yoga mats are available to rent in studio for $3

Super Led Primary & Conference with Didi von Deck & Nicole Ward

Sunday, September 28

7:15am • Brookline

Conference is a beloved Mysore tradition where Ashtanga teachers and students from our 3 Mysore schools (Harvard, Brookline and South End) gather to share food, wisdom and inspiration on practice.

Conferences explore a specific topic related to practice and are a unique opportunity to ask questions about asana, philosophy or any aspects of yoga, and to learn from and connect with colleagues. 3 times a year the Ashtanga communities unite for a communal Led Primary followed by a breakfast conference at our Life Alive Cafe at Harvard Square (winter), South End (summer) and Brookline (fall).

Didi & Nicole will be hosting Super Led Primary and Conference on Sunday, September 28 at 7:15am in the Brookline studio. Sign up for class below to let us know you’re coming & travel afterwards to Life Alive Cafe Brookline (888 Commonwealth Ave, Brookline) for the breakfast conference!

Yoga mats are available to rent in studio for $3

Partner Thai Yoga Massage with Emily Sullivan

Sunday, October 26
1:30-3:30pm • Porter Square

In Thailand, partner massage is often referred to as a dance.

Mood elevating and stress busting, Thai Yoga Massage benefits the giver and recipient alike. For this workshop, bring your best date (partner, friend, or family) and learn a sequence to address tension in the shoulders, neck, back, legs, feet and hands. The teacher will demonstrate on a volunteer, but you only practice on your partner.

Wear loose comfy clothes, bring two yoga mats & a pillow. (Yoga mats are available to rent in studio for $3)

Cost: $60 per couple
Note - only one of the pair need sign up.