Special Events

Yin Yoga

The Chinese medicine theory behind this particular style of yin has a strong seasonal orientation, thus on this first day of fall we will work with poses aimed at supporting this transition. Physically, these focus on upper torso and arms though there is something for the whole body in this particular sequence. Additionally, the practice helps with any seasonally-inspired melancholy prevalent this time of year. All levels welcome. Erin teaches a Yin Yoga class one Friday a month. Sign up to save your spot.

Restorative Yoga

Restorative Yoga is exactly what it sounds like—a combination of gentle yoga and restorative poses. Restorative postures use multiple props to support the body so that you can hold poses for longer than is typical in an active practice.  This nourishing support allows you to open the body through passive stretching. The postures are usually adapted from supine or seated yoga poses with the addition of blocks, bolsters, and blankets to eliminate  strain. Ruth teaches Restorative Yoga one Sunday a month. Drop in for $18 or use your pass; sign up to save a spot.

Special Kirtan with Gurushararananda

For the 3rd year, Angie is bringing this special guest to UVY for an evening of Kirtan. All proceeds benefit Children of Ma, a non-profit organization based in the US dedicated to providing an academic and spiritual education for disadvantaged children in India. Contact Angie to reserve your spot for this special event! To see Swamiji’s full USA tour in MA, VA, and CA, including Kirtan, special retreat, workshops, and Satsang, please visit The Children of Ma website.

In addition to directing Ma Sharanam school and ashram, Swami Gurusharananda travels frequently to Europe and the US playing traditional village kirtan, teaching Swakriya Yoga, and offering Ma’s teachings.  He has an MA in Philosophy and a PhD in interpretation of the Upanishads (Indian Scriptures). Prior to founding Ma Sharanam, Swamiji was the director of the Ma Anandamayi ashram and school in Omkareshwar for many years.

Ma Sharanam, which means “in the shelter of Ma,” was founded by Swami Gurusharanananda in 2015.  The school has been growing rapidly since the classroom doors opened in July of that year. In 2015, the first year,  Ma Sharanam welcomed 81 children.  In 2016, the School welcomed 120 children.  In 2017, 175  children registered for Ma Sharanam School.  Boys and girls from neighboring villages are enrolled in grades K-9th grade, and the Hostel at Ma Sharanam also offers a home to around 40 boys of all ages

Swamiji has a site about Swakriya Yoga, the gentle, unifying form of yoga based on Ma’s teachings. Swakriyayoga.org

a $20 suggested donation will be taken at the door.

*Swamiji travels of his own free will, at no monetary compensation made to him. All proceeds benefit The Children of Ma Anandamayi Foundation is a non-profit organization based in the US dedicated to providing an academic and spiritual education for disadvantaged children in India.

Prenatal/Postnatal Yoga: a 6-week Series

This 6-week series taught by Miriah Wall is designed to help women find greater ease during pregnancy, prepare for labor and birth and connect with a community of other mommas-to be. Classes will consist of physical postures, breathwork and meditation intended to help women relax and adjust to the physical, emotional and mental changes associated with pregnancy. Increased body/mind awareness as well as scheduled time for self care can be invaluable tools during the birth process as well as in the period of time once baby is born. Class may also be interesting and useful for women planning on becoming pregnant in the near future. There are two choices for this 6-week series:

Thursdays, October 12- November 16, 4–5:15 pm.

Sundays, October 15–November 19, 12:30–1:45 pm.

Price $90 for either series.

If you have complications related to your pregnancy, please check with your health care provider before signing up. Pre-registration required.

Forrest Yoga: Hips, Neck and Shoulders

Sometimes we have to dig deep into ourselves to strip away the tensions and stresses of the day/week/month/year. With breath and focus, the unique opening, releasing, strengthening asanas in this practice will create freedom and more awareness in your hips, neck, and shoulders. Forrest Friday, led by Deb Heimann, is held every 3rd Friday of the month. Drop in or use your class pass. Sign up to reserve a spot.

FREE COMMUNITY CLASS

Ruth Ticknor teaches this month's FREE community yoga class, open to all! Sign up to reserve a space and please bring a mat if you have one.