EVENTS THIS SEASON

EVENTS

OCTOBER

200+ HOUR THERAPEUTIC FOCUS YOGA TEACHER TRAINING AND LIVE YOUR LIFE AWAKE YOGA STUDY

ONLINE (one cohort) + Des Moines, IA (one cohort)

October 7–9, 2022, November 4–6, 2022, December 2–4, 2022, January 6–8, 2023, February 3–5, 2023, March 3–5, 2023, March 31–Apr 2, 2023

Yoga North’s innovative curriculum and pairing of the neuromuscular re-education discipline of Somatics with the ancient wisdom of yoga is a unique blend that brings profound results with less effort in advancing even the seasoned yogi’s practice. Our goal as faculty is to provide: thorough knowledge of postures and a comfort level in teaching and assisting postures in others; comprehensive knowledge of yogic philosophy and ability to relate this understanding to life; & opportunities for each student to leave with a much deeper understanding of themselves. Cost: $3000 Early Enrollment prior to August 7th; $3200 Regular Enrollment

www.yoganorthduluth.com/classes/ teacher-training/essenial-program/ START A FULL MOON RITUAL

The Yoga Center Retreat 4212 Park Glen Rd St. Louis Park 55416

Oct. 9

The Full Moon is an energizing time and also a time to let go of what is no longer serving you physically, spiritually and emotionally. Together we will talk about the significance of the full moon and reflect on what we need to let go of, and conclude with a Full Moon sequence to seal our intentions. Cost: $45

Register: theyogacenterretreat.com/workshops MEET + GREET + MAGAZINE LAUNCH PARTY

The Yoga Center Retreat 4212 Park Glen Rd St. Louis Park 55416

Oct. 13, 5-7pm

Join us for a celebration of the Fall + Winter issue featuring Mary McCallum. Cost: FREE

Register: www.eventbrite.com/e/meet-greet-atthe-yoga-center-retreat-tickets-402675482207 MUDRAS IN YOGA: FOUNDATIONS, PHILOSOPHY + APPLICATION TRAINING

Livestream

October 12–16

Mudra study is an essential study for a sincere practitioner of physical practices as well as subtle practices of Yoga Cost: $900

Register: www.yogsadhna.com/upcoming/ details/mudras_in_yoga_foundations_ philosophy_and_application_training_ PLANT MEDICINE CIRCLE

Svalja Yoga, Duluth, MN

Oct. 14

Join local herbalists Emma Day and Angela Krick once per month for an herbal-infused gathering. We will taste plant medicine, journey together, and explore the ways plants work with our body, mind, heart, and spirit, moving us always towards vitality and alignment. Every month will be unique in its context with the seasons, the elements, and our approach to healing. There will be room for inquiry, discussion, and hands-on activities and medicine making/sharing. We will lead you on a collective guided meditation and end the circle with a restorative experience. Circling through the seasons will nurture our connection to the earth and our bodies. Come explore deep healing through all of your senses. Cost: $15

Register: www.svalja.yoga/plant-medicine-circle YOUR BREATH IS YOUR SUPERPOWER

The Yoga Center Retreat 4212 Park Glen Rd St. Louis Park 55416

Oct. 14

We all possess a superpower and that is our breath. Our breath not only keeps us alive but when controlled, it can calm us, energize us and help us be more present and mindful. We’ll begin with gentle poses to create space for our lungs and move on to experience simple pranayama exercises. Cost: $45

Register: theyogacenterretreat.com/workshops NAMASTE & PAINT

The Yoga Center Retreat 4212 Park Glen Rd St. Louis Park 55416

Oct. 16

Through the use of breath, movement, and artmaking we will explore our inner worlds. The first half of the workshop is a complete yoga class, focused on resetting the nervous system through the use of slow-flow vinyasa movements and gentle asana holds. Colorful visualizations will be used throughout the practice. The second half of class will delve into a guided acrylic paint exploration on canvas. Come awaken your creative soul, and allow it to explore freely! No painting experience is necessary. Art materials will be provided. Cost: $75

Register: theyogacenterretreat.com/workshops YOGA NIDRA + SOUND HEALING CLASS

Blooma Yoga 11341 Johnson Ave S Bloomington, MN 55437

Oct. 21

Join Kelly Smith for a 75 minute yoga nidra + sound healing class designed for deep stress relief and relaxation. In this class you will begin by relaxing your body and mind with a guided yoga nidra practice, then once you’re deeply relaxed you will enjoy a crystal singing bowl sound bath to align and balance your chakras. Cost: $30

Register: https://www.blooma.com/workshops NOT YOUR GRANDMA’S CHAIR YOGA

The Yoga Center Retreat 4212 Park Glen Rd St. Louis Park 55416

Oct. 22

A chair can offer stability, support better alignment, or create a sense of ease in the pose. Using a chair can enhance your practice and allow you to stay longer and explore deeper aspects of a pose. A simple metal folding chair can be a great teacher! Cost: $45

Register: theyogacenterretreat.com/workshops KITTY YOGA

The Yoga Center Retreat 4212 Park Glen Rd St. Louis Park 55416

Oct. 23

Haven’t tried Bitty Kitty Yoga at YCR yet?! You’ve got to be kitten me! You really oughta sign up for this class right meow!! You’ll be feline great after this gentle flow class with some of the cutest, fluffiest and silliest classmates around. All proceeds from this class benefit the pawsitively pawesome organization, the Bitty Kitty Brigade. Paws, stretch and support a great cause. We litterally can’t wait to see you on the mat!! Cost: $20 donation

Register: theyogacenterretreat.com/workshops INTRO TO IREST YOGA NIDRA MEDITATION

The Yoga Center Retreat 4212 Park Glen Rd St. Louis Park 55416

Oct. 23

Rest, Integrative Restoration, is based on traditional Yoga Nidra in conjunction with western approaches to trauma. It’s designed to bring the healing benefits of yogic meditative practices to a wide variety of people. We’ll discuss what meditation is and how iRest is different from traditional Yoga Nidra, and experience an iStress to iRest class where we’ll use accessible yoga postures to open up our capacity to breathe, unwind and settle in to set up for a 20-minute guided meditation. Cost: $45

Register: theyogacenterretreat.com/workshops

YOGA FOR DEPRESSION

The Yoga Center Retreat 4212 Park Glen Rd St. Louis Park 55416

Oct. 29

Our discussion will include a variety of ways in which to mitigate depression and resultant anxiety. The class will include a yoga posture, breath and meditation practice specifically designed to help energize, motivate and burn through depression. Perfect for all levels. Cost: $45

Register: theyogacenterretreat.com/workshops YOGA FOR HYPERMOBILITY

The Yoga Center Retreat 4212 Park Glen Rd St. Louis Park 55416

Oct. 29

We’ll look for ways to find strength and safety in common yoga poses, in addition to ways yoga might help heal and release chronic pain or tension associated with a hypermobility issue. This workshop targets those living with hypermobility or whose work serves the hypermobile. Cost: $45

Register: theyogacenterretreat.com/workshops YIN ESSENTIALS WITH JAN JOHNSON

Creators Space 218 7th Street East LowerTown Saint Paul Mn

Oct. 30, 12–4pm

Discover the essentials of yin yoga to deepen your own personal practice or to level up your current teaching, understanding, and delivery of yin yoga to students. This training is an exploration for anyone just beginning to explore the practice of yin as well as teachers who are looking to deepen their teaching skills. Please email me if you have any questions at all. jan.johnsonyoga@gmail.com

Cost: $95 Register: www.janjohnsonyoga.com/events

NOVEMBER

RESILIENCE FOR THE HOLIDAYS

The Yoga Center Retreat 4212 Park Glen Rd St. Louis Park 55416

Nov. 6

Fun as they can be, the holidays tend to test our intentions and zap our reserves. This live, experiential workshop provides an introduction to a variety of natural tools for instilling and restoring resilience that can be used year-round, including managing energy, calming the mind, and enhancing connections. Cost: $45

Register: theyogacenterretreat.com/workshops KITTY YOGA

The Yoga Center Retreat 4212 Park Glen Rd St. Louis Park 55416

Nov. 13

Haven’t tried Bitty Kitty Yoga at YCR yet?! You’ve got to be kitten me! You really oughta sign up for this class right meow!! You’ll be feline great after this gentle flow class with some of the cutest, fluffiest and silliest classmates around. All proceeds from this class benefit the pawsitively pawesome organization, the Bitty Kitty Brigade. Paws, stretch and support a great cause. We litterally can’t wait to see you on the mat!! Cost: $20 donation

Register: theyogacenterretreat.com/workshops ROLL, RELEASE & RELAX WORKSHOP

The Yoga Center Retreat 4212 Park Glen Rd St. Louis Park 55416

Nov. 19

Learn how to use Yoga Tune-up therapy balls and self-myofascial release techniques to improve mobility, relieve pain, and tame tension from head to toe. This workshop is suitable for all levels, no previous experience is necessary. Cost: $45

Register: theyogacenterretreat.com/workshops INTEGRATING CHANTING

The Yoga Center Retreat 4212 Park Glen Rd St. Louis Park 55416

Nov. 20th

It can be scary to bring chanting into your own practice, let alone as a part of a class you are teaching! Using our voices, and inviting our students to do the same, adds a richness to practice. You will learn simple three-to-five-word chants that pay honor and respect to nature, subtle concepts such as peace or strength, and Vedic archetypes. Eligible for Yoga Alliance CEUs. Cost: $60

Register: theyogacenterretreat.com/workshops

DECEMBER

DEVELOPING YOUR INTUITION

The Yoga Center Retreat 4212 Park Glen Rd St. Louis Park 55416

Dec. 3rd

In this workshop you will learn tools for understanding “how you know”, meditations for intuitive development, experience a development circle and work with one another to gain validation and understanding. Cost: $60

Register: theyogacenterretreat.com/workshops YOGA TO CURB THE PRE-HOLIDAY BLUES

The Yoga Center Retreat 4212 Park Glen Rd St. Louis Park 55416

Dec. 4th

There are many reasons that we might not experience the holiday season as a wonderful time: loss, isolation, lack of family or estrangement from family, trauma, seasonal affective disorder - the list could go on. Rather than focus on “why,” we’ll turn our attention to what helps us feel free and engage in practices to release heaviness, anxiety and stress. Cost: $45

Register: theyogacenterretreat.com/workshops THE EMBODIED PATH BOOK LAUNCH

Open Book Performance Hall 1011 S Washington Ave, Minneapolis, 55415

Tuesday, December 6, 7pm

Join Ellie Roscher as she launches her fourth book, The Embodied Path, out into the world! There will be a short program, Q & A, and book signing. Cost: FREE

No registration needed INTENTIONAL CRAFTING: KEEPSAKE BOX

The Yoga Center Retreat 4212 Park Glen Rd St. Louis Park 55416

Dec. 9th

Great things come in small packages! A handdecorated wooden box can be a heartfelt gift to a loved one or be a wonderful place to store your intention or a special memory. We’ll stencil the outside with your choice of decorative motifs and create a collage to match the box’s purpose on the inside. Cost: $65

Register: theyogacenterretreat.com/workshops INTRO TO AVITA WITH MARK WHEAT

The Yoga Center Retreat 4212 Park Glen Rd St. Louis Park 55416

Dec. 9th

While most yoga styles target the muscles, Avita Yoga targets the joints and the nervous system. During the first part of the workshop, Mark will detail the primary benefits that Avita can produce through personal experience. Then you’ll merge into a 75-minute class that will reach into your mind and bones like nothing you’ve experienced before. Cost: $45

Register: theyogacenterretreat.com/workshops

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