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.  

Ashtanga Mysore with Jessica Walden

Sunday, August 10

7:30-9:30am • Harvard Sq

A Mysore style class is an assisted self-practice class. Students are able to work through their own practice guided and supported by a teacher.

Cost: $30

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. 

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.  

Release + Receive: Move, Sound & Intuition with Lyndsay Allyn Cox 

Saturday, July 26 

12:30-2pm • South End

This 90-minute experiential workshop goes beyond traditional yoga or fitness classes by combining high-intensity, music-driven movement with powerful vocal expression to release deeply held energy and emotion.

Through repetitive movement, breath, and sound, participants are invited to break free from mental and physical blocks in a way that feels both freeing and transformative. The journey then shifts inward—into a guided, silent space of self-inquiry where you’ll deepen your connection to your intuition through carefully crafted verbal prompts.

This is more than a workout or meditation—it’s a soulful, embodied ritual designed to leave you feeling energetically cleared, emotionally grounded, and deeply aligned with your inner voice. No prior experience needed—just bring your willingness to move, feel, and listen.

Please bring a yoga mat (yoga mats are available to rent for $3) feel free to also bring a notebook & writing utensil.

Cost: $40 

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

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.***

The Path of the Lotus: Fire Flow with Brittney Burgess 

Friday, July 18
7:30-9:30pm • Brookline 

The Lotus Flower arises from the mud, nurtured by the elements until it blossoms and floats on the water. Like the lotus, we each need nourishment from the four elements to reach our fullest potential.

Join Brittney Burgess for part 4 of 4 in her seasonal yoga workshop series (attend one or all!) to explore your capacity to rise from the mud into the light. Each workshop will vary, offering practices that range from deeply grounding to highly energizing, inviting you to embody earth, water, air and fire in your practice and your life.

Cultivate the element of FIRE in this summer workshop as you turn your intentions into action. This workshop will empower you to tap into your inner fire so that you can drop limitations and tap into deep strength and courage as you remember the radiance you have within to light up your practice, your spirit and your life.

This experience includes a fire element meditation, journal prompts, and a powerful, heat-building flow practiced in a lightly heated room to awaken your Manipura, or Solar Plexus Chakra.

Please Bring: A Journal, Writing instrument & a yoga mat (mats are available to rent in studio for $3) 

Cost: $35

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

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.***

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

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.***

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.***

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.***

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.

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

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 (sarahscherme@gmail.com) 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. 

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 

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

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).

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.***

FREE Info Session - Insight Society with Sarah Schermerhorn

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.***

Ayurvedic Spring Reset with Gabriana DeSousa & Kaveri Barros 

Sunday, May 18
12:30-1:45pm • Brookline Unwind (located at 1038 Beacon St, Brookline, MA) & Livestream

Embrace the changing seasons with a workshop designed to support your body and mind through a nourishing, Ayurvedic-inspired transition. Ayurvedic Health Counselors Kaveri Barros and Gabriana DeSousa will guide you through time-honored Dinacharya (daily self-care) practices, helping you reset and realign with nature’s rhythms.

In this immersive experience, you’ll learn to prepare warming, easily digestible foods and herbal teas that promote balance and vitality. Through mindful engagement with Ayurvedic principles, you'll cultivate a deeper connection to seasonal shifts while fostering well-being from the inside out.

The workshop will conclude with a shared meal, allowing participants to enjoy the nourishing dishes they’ve prepared together in a supportive and community-centered setting.

Space is limited. Be prepared to stand (so wear comfortable shoes!) Feel free to bring a notebook & writing utensil if you enjoy taking notes!

Cost: $65

***For livestream participants: - a list of ingredients will be sent to livestream participants via email prior to the event & 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.***

Strong as a Mother with Samantha Arak 

Sunday, May 11

1:30-3:30pm • Porter Square

Spend the afternoon embracing your innate strength while luxuriating in the sweetness of stillness. This special two-hour Mother’s Day workshop is a celebration of resilience, honoring both your own power and the strength of those we recognize as mothers in our lives.

We’ll begin with a rigorous power vinyasa flow, designed to awaken your body and energize your spirit. From there, we’ll transition into a thoughtfully curated series of heart-opening postures—offering both challenge and surrender, inviting you to soften into a space of deep release. The practice will conclude with extended hip-opening poses, allowing for profound relaxation and renewal.

You’ll leave feeling empowered, refreshed, and deeply nourished—body, mind, and heart. Whether for yourself or as a gift to the incredible mothers in your life, this workshop is an invitation to move, reflect, and receive.

Cost: $40

Yoga mats are available to rent in studio for $3

Celebration of Nadja
Saturday, May 10
1:30-2:45pm • Brookline

A simple, understated celebration of a life well lived. Nadja’s closest folks agree that she would have wanted a celebration not tears. Friends, teachers, colleagues and students of Nadja Refaie, please join her family for a moment of gratitude for our beautiful founding mother.

Sign up to confirm your attendance.

Kundalini Yoga & Circle of Fire with Daniel Orlansky
Saturday, May 10
12:30-2:15pm • South End

Through dynamic movement and powerful breathwork, awaken the dormant energy of Kundalini, unlocking vitality and transformation. With mudras and bandhas (inner locks), this heightened pranic energy is channeled to cultivate radiance, clarity, and expanded consciousness. The journey culminates with Circle of Fire, a potent three-part pranayama sequence that supercharges energy flow in the lower chakras, supports digestion and elimination, and enhances overall well-being. When practiced daily, this transformative sequence becomes a catalyst for deeper meditation and a more powerful yoga practice—like nothing else.

Cost: $35

Yoga mats are available to rent in studio for $3

Relax, Renew & Release your Hips with Kate Heffernan

Friday, May 2
7:30-9pm • Brookline & Livestream 

Join Kate Heffernan for a restorative yoga workshop designed to open and release the hips— an area that stores stress, emotion, and tension. In this workshop, you'll unwind, reconnect, and find freedom in your body through a blend of restorative, yin, and gentle flow yoga.

We’ll focus on releasing tension and restoring mobility in all four sides of the hips, with each movement offering a chance to nourish and breathe deeply into areas in need of care. The session concludes with a spacious Savasana for deep renewal and inner calm.

Whether you’re new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, this workshop will leave you feeling lighter, more balanced, and at ease.

All levels welcome—come as you are.

Cost: $30

Wear comfortable clothes & feel free to bring an eye pillow. Yoga mats are available to rent in studio for $3

Props for livestreamers: a bolster, two blocks, & several blankets (or household replacements).

***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.***

Yin Yoga Teacher Training:
The Foundations with Emily Peterson

May 2-4 & June 6-8 • Newton

Fridays: 7:15-9:15pm
Saturdays & Sundays: 2-8:30pm

Foundations of Yin Yoga training will provide 200 Hour Yoga Teachers with the tools and knowledge necessary to lead an effective yin class, while simultaneously deepening your own yoga practice.

Research has shown that the practice of yin yoga can improve measures of anxiety, depression, and resilience.

This training will verse students in the fundamental concepts of yin—what it is, and how and why we do it. You’ll leave this training with evidence-based strategies to guide your students through growth, (post-traumatic and otherwise) toward the experience of joy.

Throughout the training, you will gain new depths of personal insight and awareness through direct experience of the philosophy behind yin yoga. You will discover methods to amplify emotional and somatic healing gently, and intelligently; then share it with your community.

Prerequisite: 200 Hour YTT is required to take this training. By enrolling you are confirming you have taken a 200 Hour YTT.

Cost: $650

Down Under Teacher Trainings are final sale & do not allow for any cancellations or refunds.