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Gentle Yoga w/ Heather

$64

with Heather Laffely

Calendar Next session starts Nov 19, 2025 at 5:30 pm, runs for 4 weeks

*THIS IS A SPECIAL 4-SESSION CLASS: 11/19, 12/3, 12/10, 12/17. NO CLASS ON 11/26.

This gentle class is for those looking to stretch, connect to the breath and practice traditional yoga postures, at a slow pace. We gently and safely encourage our muscle tissues to deeply lengthen and stretch, increasing range of motion and flexibility. Conscious intention and awareness are given to the breath, strengthening the nervous system and deepening the connection to mind and body. This class is designed for new, as well as, seasoned yogis looking for a mindful, gentle practice.

*THIS IS A SPECIAL 4-SESSION CLASS: 11/19, 12/3, 12/10, 12/17. NO CLASS ON 11/26.

Full Course

Flow and Gentle Yoga Live - Online

$75

with Nicola Eden

Calendar Next available session starts Nov 29, 2025 at 8 am, runs for 5 weeks
3 additional sessions through Feb 7, 2026

From the comfort of your own space, experience the gifts of yoga through awareness of mind and body, attention to movement and breath, explorations in slowing down, down to the ground, and moments of settling into stillness, all to support your journey. Guided by Nicola, with a sustainable approach, and open to all. Nicola Eden is a Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga Teacher with a Maine State Teacher Certificate.

Explorations in Chair Yoga Live - Online

$75

with Nicola Eden

Calendar Next available session starts Nov 29, 2025 at 9:30 am, runs for 5 weeks
3 additional sessions through Feb 7, 2026

Take care of yourself from the comfort of your own space. You are welcome to experience the gifts of yoga through awareness of mind and body, attention to movement and breath, studies in slowing down, and moments of settling into stillness, while in and out of your stable chair. Guided by Nicola, with a sustainable approach, and open to all. Nicola Eden is a Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga Teacher with a Maine State Teacher Certificate.

Intro to Chair Yoga Live - Online

$45

with Nicola Eden

Calendar Next available session starts Nov 29, 2025 at 11 am, runs for 5 weeks
3 additional sessions through Feb 7, 2026

An opportunity to take time for yourself from the comfort of your own space. You are welcome to experience the gifts of yoga through mindful movement and breath, explorations in slowing down, and moments of settling into stillness. All you need is a stable chair. Guided by Nicola, with a sustainable approach, and open to all. Nicola Eden is a Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga Teacher with a Maine State Teacher Certificate.

Self-Compassion Mini-Retreat: The Art and Science of Treating Yourself Like a Good Friend

$35

with Heather Shaughnessy-Cato

Calendar Next available session starts Dec 4, 2025 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week

This heart-centered 2-hour retreat offers a gentle pause to care for yourself with the same compassion you extend to others. Using practices from the Mindful Self-Compassion program, you’ll explore what it means to meet yourself with warmth, especially in difficult moments. Whether you're new to self-compassion or returning to your practice, this session offers practical tools to bring more understanding to yourself in any moment. Activities include: Discussion of the three core components of self-compassion, Guided meditations and self-compassion practices, Journaling with gentle reflection prompts, and Group sharing or quiet integration time. Please bring: A yoga mat, a journal, and anything that helps you feel comfortable and supported.

Yin Yoga w/ Heather

$80

with Heather Laffely

Calendar Next available session starts Jan 5, 2026 at 10 am, runs for 5 weeks
1 additional session

Yin yoga is a style of yoga where passive yoga posture(poses) are held for extended periods of time. Typically 3-5 min., sometimes longer. In these passive postures, muscle activity is minimized, with a focus on stretching connective tissues, such as fascia, ligaments and tendons. We will gently settle into postures, supported by yoga props, while deeply connecting to breath. These longer holds allow the muscles to lengthen passively and for physical releases under the skin to occur. This practice supports overall flexibility, circulation, and range of motion in the joints and ligaments. It also is a practice in mindfulness, as conscious breathing occurs, quieting the mind and supporting nervous system health. This class is for those new to yoga, as well as seasoned yogis looking for a deep stretch. Yoga blocks/bolster are encouraged if you have them, otherwise the teacher has props to use during class. *No Class: 10/13.

Energy Healing Insights

$25

with Shelley Fritz

Calendar Next available session starts Jan 5, 2026 at 6 pm, runs for 1 week

In this engaging class, you will be presented with some basic information about the human energy field, and some simple, yet profoundly helpful tools to help you live a thriving, and fruitful life, while activating your full potential. Information will conclude the topics of Grounding, Chakras, energy clearing and more. Presented by Shelley Fritz Healing.

Tai Chi Easy™ with Robin

$155

with Robin Brooks

Calendar Next available session starts Jan 6, 2026 at 1:30 pm, runs for 10 weeks
1 additional session

Join Robin to learn about the incredible health benefits of practicing tai chi. Tai Chi Easy™ is a health-enhancement system that includes a gentle qigong (chee-gong) warm-up, breathing practices, self-massage, and a modified Yang-style tai chi form. We will discover how to nurture our Qi, or vital life force, while engaging in the practices. This class is for everyone, both new and continuing students. Please contact Robin if you have any questions. Optional book to purchase: The Healer Within: The Four Essential Self-Care Methods for Creating Optimal Health by Roger Jahnke, OMD. *No Class: 11/11 & 11/25.





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