Gentle Classes & Events to Bring You Moments of Peace
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Open to All – Beginners Welcome
Begin from where you are; improvement is possible at any age and any stage. Experience gentle movements that build muscle mass and stimulate an increase in bone density from supported standing positions or seated in a chair. All you need for this workshop is a chair and a couple of common household items.
Optional daily Community Time after the practice until 9:15am
The Breath Practice is energizing and calming and includes simple yoga stretches that support increased resilience, awareness, flexibility and strength. this entire gentle practice is done seated in a chair though you can stand if you prefer. Immediately following the practice is Community Time which includes Q&A about the practice and conversation and study of the wisdom behind the practice of yoga.
If you can move, you can dance. All movements are presented in a standing position. You can vary the amount of vigor to suit your individual needs.
Shake Your Soul® is a mindful and soulful dance experience set to a variety of music genres. In this experience, you can strengthen the mind-body connection as you move with and feel into a sense of grace, presence, joy, sensuality, fluid strength, and freedom.
An ancient practice often referred to as deep yogic sleep, yoga nidra* has been around for millenia. This deeply restful practice brings us to where the nervous system can rebalance, recuperation and healing can occur, and complete and fulfilling rest can settle into all aspects of our physical, mental and emotional being. In the practice of yoga nidra, there are no movements, no postures and no pranayama, simply deep rest in the presence of gentle guidance.
Other than securing a quiet comfortable place like a couch or a bed on which to rest, the practitioner needs to do nothing but relax and be guided into what practitioners report to be a deep, rejuvenating and meaningful experience.
The nidra itself will last for 40 minutes with time to orient at the beginning of the hour, and time to integrate at the end. If you are new to yoga nidra, this is an excellent opportunity to broaden your yoga practice; if you have enjoyed nidra in the past, this is a great time to revisit the practice in the company of a loving sangha.
A gentle approach to treating the body and calming the nervous system, providing improved alignment and increased well-being — felt in the very first class. Drawing on cutting-edge, neurofascial science and proven manual therapy practices, this groundbreaking self-treatment program utilizes Hands-off Bodywork® techniques to support the health, fitness, and quality of life of any person, at any age or activity level.
Events
A variety of workshops are offered
These longer classes on selected Saturdays offer a variety of topical workshops including a spacious experience of accessible yoga postures, gentle breathing practices, deep healing relaxation, and meditation.
Gentle Yoga in the Azores
The island of Sao Miguel, Azores, Portugal
May 4-9, 2025
The week offers the opportunity to immerse yourself in a Gentle Yoga retreat while exploring the sights and flavors of Sao Miguel. Join Rudy and Joyce Peirce for 5 nights / 6 days of yoga, adventure and restoration.
The Azores are a volcanic land, full of natural, raw beauty, a temperate climate and outdoor activities. Truly an adventure lovers paradise, and just a 5 hour direct flight from New York and Boston, these islands are known as the “Hawaii of the mid-atlantic” and are not to be missed!
This beautiful location will provide us a stunning back drop to be in nature, practice yoga classes in community, and have fun! Whether you’re coming to unwind, revitalize, or to see more of the world, you will have a wonderful time with like-minded people.