Midwest YOGA Magazine

Breath for Health: Soothe Holiday Stress
2023-11-18 12:30 - 14:30 (America/Chicago) | Green Lotus Yoga & Healing Center, 7942 Mitchell Rd, Eden Prairie, MN, United States
The holidays are here! And while we like to focus on this time of year as a season of joy, with so much to do and so many people to see, it can also be stressful. Give yourself a chance to catch your breath and calm your body.

Join us for Breath 101:
– Explore the zones of respiration and the anatomy of breath
– Experience breathwork to identify your breathing habits
– Stimulate your vagus nerve with a gentle rolling practice to calm your body
– Relax and recover with an extended savasana
No prior yoga experience is required. Please dress in movement-friendly clothing, and bring a yoga mat and water.
Cost includes required coregeous ball for use in class & at home.

Turkey Day Detox
2023-11-24 14:00 - 17:00 | Peace Community Bldg, 5050 Hodgson Road, North Oaks, MN, United States
A 2.5-hour, heapin’ helpin’ of YogaHotDish from yin to yang! It’s a greatest-hits of globally-informed yoga over 20+ years– all curated to help you rest and digest, hone and tone.
Why not swap out Black Friday Shopping for self-care? Light apres yoga refreshments (kombucha, dark chocolate) served so you can linger and get to know your mat mates.
All props, incl. bolsters and blankets, provided, so just your mat is enough. Adv Beginners+

Sound Bath Experience
2023-11-29 18:00 - 19:30 | Hastings Community Education Center, 310 River Street, Hastings, MN, 55033, United States
Sound baths is a therapeutic practice that uses sound to promote physical, emotional, and spiritual healing. The crystal bowls and other instruments provide a soothing and meditative sound.
The sound bath sessions create a calming and relaxing environment that helps to reduce stress, anxiety, and tension. During a sound bath session, you will receive a pink quartz heart, we will start with initial relaxation breathing and the crystal bowls and instruments are played in a slow and rhythmic manner, with the intention of creating a soothing and peaceful atmosphere.
The sound vibrations produced by the crystal bowls are believed to penetrate deep into the body, helping to release tension and promote relaxation.

1st Friday Healing
2023-12-01 19:00 - 20:30 | Yoga Sanctuary, 100 W. 46th St, Minneapolis, MN, 55419, United States
Join us the first Friday of each month for a healing experience in community. Each month we will offer a unique healing experience for you, your family and your friends.
Each of us, no matter who we are, carry burdens. We invite you to rest with us, in sacred space for these special evening gatherings.
These workshops will use props to fully support the body in resting poses and create a nurturing environment for the nervous system to reset. Take time for wonderful nourishment and relaxation.

Yoga for Grief and Heartbreak
2023-12-02 13:00 - 15:00 | The Yoga Center Retreat
Grief and loss are a natural part of life but can be overwhelming and leave us feeling stuck and disconnected from ourselves. Yoga can be a powerful tool that can help us move through these difficult emotions and find healing and peace. In this workshop, we will explore gentle yoga practices and mindfulness techniques specifically designed to support the grieving heart. Our practice will include breathing exercises, gentle movement, restorative poses, and yoga nidra meditation that can help release tension, calm your mind, and promote relaxation. Whether you are experiencing the loss of a loved one, a breakup, or any type of loss, this workshop will provide a nurturing space for you to connect with your body and support processing and healing. No previous yoga experience is necessary – all levels are welcome.
Link to register: https://theyogacenterretreat.com/workshops/

Yoga Nidra + Reiki
2023-12-03 10:00 - 11:00 | River Yoga, Anoka, MN, United States
Join me for a beautiful Yoga Nidra practice followed by powerful group Reiki energy work.
Yoga Nidra (the yoga of wakeful sleep) is an amazing way to prepare the body for energy work through guided meditation.
Singing bowls, tingsha, drum, and Palo Santo and more are utilized in group Reiki to release and revitalize energy.

Family Sound Bath Experience
2023-12-06 18:00 - 19:30 | Hastings Community Education Center, 310 River Street, Hastings, MN, 55033, United States

New Moon Nidra
2023-12-12 18:00 - 19:00 | ZOOM, Virtual, MN, United States
Welcoming the restful stillness of the New Moon in this monthly class. Beginning with simple, mindful movements, we will release into Yoga Nidra, the “sleep of the yogi,” with a guided practice around the monthly new moon. The 60-minute experience inviting ourselves to return to and connect with the wisdom within. All of you is welcome to this practice. Virtual livestream event designed and welcome for all.
Mar 21, Apr 20, May 19, June 18, July 17, Aug 16, Sept 14, Oct 14, Nov 13, Dec 12
Location: Livestream
Cost: $15 per session
Register: www.backtocenterspace.com under “Class Sign-up”

Women in Business
2023-12-15 08:00 - 09:30 | Cottage Grove City Hall Training Room, 12800 Ravine Pkwy S, Cottage Grove, MN, 55016, United States
Cottage Grove Area Women in Business provides a forum for local women in business to meet, network and exchange ideas while growing professionally and personally with dynamic speakers on topics of interest to business women.
“Women in Business always leaves me feeling encouraged and empowered to grow in my business!! It is a great place to meet other Women in business in the community and get the word out about what you do as well! The monthly speakers always have something valuable to share, and the group is amazing at building each other up!!”
BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP Gain Valuable information that can be applied directly to your business from our monthly meetings A business listing on the WIB membership directory with a link to your business website Opportunity to attend Special Events Ability to market yourself and your business in the introduction portion of each meeting Advertising opportunities Opportunity to post specials or announcements to our WIB Facebook page Create mutually beneficial relationships with other local women in business.
Cost: FREE for 1st time Guests

Winter Solstice Ritual : Yoga in the Dark
2023-12-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Yoga Sanctuary, 100 W. 46th St, Minneapolis, MN, 55419, United States
Let’s face it… Winter in Minnesota is long and hard. And as we approach the winter solstice, days are at their darkest.
Embrace the darkness with Julia Andrighetti at Yoga Sanctuary in Minneapolis for this workshop to tune into your inner light. You have an inner guide, a light that can provide a path, a peace. Perhaps you have felt this in your journey? When we start to attune our inner vision, our path through darkness may become more illuminated, helping us see things in a new light.
Our slow-moving practice will be dimly lit by candlelight to encourage a grounded self-connectedness while we explore visualization, pranayama (breathing), asana (poses), gentle movements, and a guided Trātaka candle-gazing meditation.
There will also be a portion of our time when you will be invited to practice yoga asana while blindfolded (always with the option to remove or decline), deepening your relationship with your inner guiding light.
Registration: https://www.yogasanctuarympls.com/workshops-class-series

Backbends to Light the Heart
2023-12-16 09:15 - 10:45 | Devanadi Yoga, 4401 Upton Ave S, Minneapolis, MN, United States
Shine bright! Join Tanya in a wonderful, glowing experience rooted in the Hatha, Tantra and Ayurvedic yoga traditions.
Begin with intention, learn how to prepare (adhikara) and warm-up in a mindful way using special breathing, shoulder opening, back strengthening, and more. A variety of backbends will be taught – variations will be encouraged to make the workshop more accessible – then cool down with a series of counterposes (pratikriya), a long savasana, and a paired pranayama and heart opening meditation practice.
Cost: Donation based
Register online: https://devanadiyoga.com/workshops-class-series/

Devanadi Yoga Free Info Session
2023-12-16 11:00 - 12:00 | Devanadi Yoga, 4401 Upton Ave S, Minneapolis, MN, United States
Learn about our Devanadi 235/340hr Yoga Teacher Trainings and other programs, guests, and retreats. We’ll go over common Q & A, then help you with any additional questions, registration, application info, and more. These trainings are open to students who want to deepen their knowledge of yoga, begin or intensify their personal practice, or want to register with the Yoga Alliance as an RYT when completed. Bring your questions.
Registration: https://devanadiyoga.com/training/training-programs-info-sessions/

Winter Solstice Restorative Yoga + Yoga Nidra
2023-12-19 19:00 - 20:30 | The Yoga Room, 4153 N Thomas Ave., Minneapolis, MN, 55412, United States
On the winter solstice, we celebrate the longest night of the year and turn our attention inward as we set our intentions for the next year.

In this class you will be guided through a calming restorative yoga sequence where poses are completely supported by props to promote rest and total relaxation. Our practice will conclude with Yoga Nidra, a guided meditation intended to reduce anxiety and release stress. Take a break from the busyness of the holiday season and join us for an evening of self care and reflection.

Option to join in person at the Yoga Room studio or on Zoom.

Registration: https://www.ncewellness-yogaroom.com/book-online?category=79dc622e-dd89-46c5-8603-b71d990a57cd

Start Here - Beginner Yoga Series with Upward Facing Dawn
2024-01-10 16:30 - 17:30 | Upward Facing Dawn Yoga Studio, 199 Coon Rapids Blvd. NW, Suite 208, Coon Rapids, MN, 55433
Join me to dive into yoga for the first time, or to refresh yourself on the basics. Yoga is a practice that has the potential to be transformative. It can change your body, your breath, your mind, and how you experience your life. So, come get some basics down. From here you can grow anywhere.
4 sessions: 1/10, 1/17, 1/24, 1/31
Link to register: https://upwardfacingdawnscheduling.as.me/starthere

Practices for Vata Season: SomaYoga for Embracing Winter
2024-01-10 17:30 - 19:30 | Online
This 2 hour workshop blends the practice of SomaYoga and Ayurvedic self-care practices to nourish your Soma – mind, body and spirit. You’ll learn tools and practices to keep you warm and grounded all Winter long!
The focus is on Vata season, and how to pacify (reduce) the effects of the season’s elements – air and ether. We work to balance opposites in this workshop, adding more heating and grounding elements to your practice toolkit.
Prepare your practice space with cozy props (extra blankets!) for a comfortable seat. Grab a notebook for note taking, and favorite oil or lotion for practice.
Link to register: https://www.yoganorthduluth.com/workshops/

Essential Oils 101
2024-01-11 15:00 - 16:00, 2024-01-14 15:00 - 16:00 | Online
Explore the basic science of the human biology and how essential oils are designed to complement and support the system. Learn the 3 P’s for safe use and aspects to consider when wanting to add essential oil practices to your well-being routine. A 50 minute interactive webinar to introduce accessible concepts to start incorporating more plants resources into your life!
Link to register: https://www.backtocenterspace.com/classes

Cord Cutting Yoga Workshop with Upward Facing Dawn
2024-01-13 09:00 - 11:00 | Upward Facing Dawn Yoga Studio, 199 Coon Rapids Blvd. NW, Suite 208, Coon Rapids, MN, 55433
What is Cord Cutting? If you’ve ever found yourself caught up in old memories, past conversations, old emotions, or past relationships, cord cutting is for you. It is a way of calling back your energy, and purposefully letting go of energetic ties to things that may be draining you, weighing you down, keeping you stuck, or stopping you from moving forward.
Moderate yoga, breath work, a chance to shake things up a bit. Suitable for all levels. Join me in-person at Mindful Wellbeing or live via Zoom.
Link to register: https://upwardfacingdawnscheduling.as.me/CordCuttingWS

Intro to Yoga Anatomy
2024-01-14 12:30 - 16:30 | Up Yoga, 4325 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN, 55409
This workshop will give both students and teachers a firm foundation in the basic anatomical movements, bones and muscles, as pertains to the yoga practice.
This workshop is designed for anyone with a body who wants to learn more! Yoga teachers in training, yoga teachers looking for review, and yoga students with curious minds will all greatly benefit. You can never learn enough anatomy!
All levels welcome! Get to know your body and how to identify common misalignments on and off your mat. From an energetic perspective, when our bones are aligned, our energy can flow more freely, instilling a sense of ease within structure.
Topics Covered: • description of basic movements in the body and examples in yoga • connective tissue as a system and its various forms and purpose • how connective tissue intimately relates to flexibility • muscular system overview, its workings, function, and dysfunction • overview of the skeletal system
Qualifies for 4 hours of Yoga-Alliance approved Continuing Education Credits.
Link to register: https://www.upyogamn.com/events

Reiki & Sound Healing with Upward Facing Dawn
2024-01-15 18:30 - 20:00 | Upward Facing Dawn Yoga Studio, 199 Coon Rapids Blvd. NW, Suite 208, Coon Rapids, MN, 55433
Join Dawn and Imogene for this Supported Sound Healing and Reiki workshop. We will use ample supplies to get everyone comfortable on the floor with mats, blankets, bolsters. Then Imogene will begin the sound healing with various singing bowls and instruments. As you deeply relax, Dawn will move through the room with hands-off reiki.
Space is limited, reserve your spot ASAP.
Link to register: https://upwardfacingdawnscheduling.as.me/candlelitsoundreiki

Biohacking Habits with Essential Oils
2024-01-18 15:00 - 16:00, 2024-01-21 15:00 - 16:00 | Online
Help your progress with New Year’s intentions utilizing your sense of smell! Through well-crafted pairings and a time-tested habit-forming process, we’ll explore how essential oils may be that missing link to progress. A 50minute interactive webinar to cover the science of smell, the systems of habit formation, and we’ll explore making 2024 the most successful year EVER…one scent at a time!
Link to register: https://www.backtocenterspace.com/classes

The Yoga Expo LA | GROW 2024 - 10th Anniversary Edition
2024-01-19 - 2024-01-20 | Pasadena Convention Center, 300 E Green St, Pasadena, CA, 91101, United States
We are celebrating our 10th Anniversary in 2024 and what better word to describe our current drive other than GROW. “Grow 2024” is all about ALL about progress, collaboration, and new beginnings! Gain the friends, the tools and all the insights to become the best possible version of yourself as you continue growing into your own GREATNESS!
Over the course of two-days, 3,500+ attendees will connect with impactful educators, yoga and meditation experts, internationally and nationally recognized schools, healing arts academies, CEUs, workshops and hands-on training, all combining efforts to share real-growth strategies, along with more than 150 conscious-exhibitors, local, with fun and exciting activities for ALL AGES – ALL SKILL LEVELS, live music, dance, culture, art, wholesome foods, holistic pet care, and so much more!

Vital Roots: Pelvic Floor Health
2024-01-20 11:00 - 13:00 | Mudita Wellness, 1903 Greeley St. S., Ste. 100, Stillwater, MN, 55082
Find comfort, grounding and security in yourself by slowing down with a practice designed to enhance self-compassion, pelvic awareness, ease and efficiency. Come as you are to explore the rich and beautiful anatomy of the pelvis. Put your newfound appreciation into practice with a fortifying sequence and a meditation to savor. Our experience together will close with time for personal Q&A. Open to adult women and femmes. Be prepared to reflect on and share about your experience and witness others with compassion.
Link to register: https://muditawellnessmn.com/specialevents/

SoundBath Meditation
2024-01-23 18:00 - 19:30 | Hutton House, 10715 South Shore Drive, Medicine Lake, MN, 55441, United States
We will begin the evening with a sweet meditation and breathwork allowing your body and mind to relax into your yoga mat. From there, you will feel the power of deep relaxation through a sound bath with Crystal bowls, the depth of sound through a Gong, and other sound instruments representing the ocean, rain, and wind. The experience is designed to bring your mind, body and spirit into balance.
Link to register: https://crystalhealingcollective.com/pages/events

Manifest Your Magic Full Moon 4-Day Retreat
2024-01-25 - 2024-01-28 | Wild Rice Retreat, Bayfield, WI, United States
Manifest Your Magic is an all-inclusive experience designed to help you unplug, recharge, experience a connection to nature and reignite your connection to self. We are powerful manifestors, all of us. What we think we have the ability to create. This retreat is designed to tap into your authentic self and take you on the journey of re-discovery of self, your dreams, your purpose. We will start our time together Thursday evening, with introductions and dinner, followed by a full moon intention setting ceremony, visualization, meditation and sound bath. This first activity will be the building block for our weekend, and we will work with the magic of the Wolf Full Moon, first full moon of 2024.
Each person will receive a custom yoga mat and gift bag. All supplies for the weekend as well as meals and lodging are included. Retreat investment includes customized retreat experiences designed to reconnect with yourself and your authentic purpose. Locally sourced and prepared meals are provided as well as additional amenities including 24/7 sauna, daily yoga, hiking, and additional Wild Rice activities.

Hold Space For You
2024-01-27 10:00 - 15:00 | Millcreek Barn, 25772 County Rd 17, Freeport, MN, 56331
Hold space to self-nurture and learn yoga related practices, with Yoga Melrose & participating partners, that promote physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Let’s gather and share deliberate actions to care for oneself, recharge, and maintain a healthy and balanced life. It’s time to set intentions & release whatever’s holding you back.
Event held at the beautiful Millcreek Barn: 25772 County Rd 17, Freeport MN 56331​.​
Link to register: https://www.yogamelrose.org/workshops.html

New Year Intention - SANKALPA
2024-01-27 14:00 - 17:00 | Yoga Sanctuary, 100 W. 46th St, Minneapolis, MN, 55419, United States
Yoga Sanctuary wants to support you in bringing compassion to what has been, honoring what is, and creating clarity as we move forward in the light of the new year.
We rarely ask ourselves what it is that we truly desire, which can lead to an un-inspired life. The intention of this workshop is to ask, and receive an answer to this very question. Shelley Pagitt will invite you to explore your inner-desires and offer contemplative guidance through movement, stillness, meditation and self-reflective practices to help guide you to toward your own personal sankalpa.
Sankalpa is more than just a New Year’s resolution. It is a vow to live in accordance with our highest truth, our spirit. Through the sankalpa practice, we embed this vow into the deeper realms of our unconscious – which truly governs us. In Sanskrit texts Sankalpa is the most valuable ingredient that transforms an ordinary affirmation into an experiential truth.
Link to register: https://www.yogasanctuarympls.com/workshops-class-series

Winter Cleanse Week: Reset & Reboot
2024-01-29 06:30 - 07:30 | Online
Livestream Practices daily + recommendations given for support throughout the week. However, you can do the practices at your own pace – all classes are recorded and uploaded daily after class!
Supported by Ayurvedic Wisdom, get the food, self care and yoga practices daily for a reset toward balance and well being.
Why Cleanse? Did you know that Winter is time where your digestive fire is the strongest? The cold weather helps ignite your digestive capacity, as your body needs more fuel to stay healthy and warm during the Winter months. In yoga’s sister science, Ayurveda, cleansing in Winter helps counter the dry, cold, light and windy time of year. Despite popular diet trends that often come with New Year’s resolutions and restrictions, you’ll see that our “cleanse” looks a lot different. There is no juicing, no fasting, no starving… which can lead – especially in Winter – to Vata imbalances such as dryness, anxiety, lack of grounding, and poor energy and digestion. Instead think fresh, nourishing foods full of seasonal vegetables, spiced with warming, pungent herbs and foods such as cardamon, ginger, cinnamon, clove, & coriander. Golden Milk everyday? Yes and Yum! Help rid the vata-derangement of winter (and of the last year!), and get your body, mind and spirit in a clear, creative yet grounded place in preparation for the months ahead. You’ll also gain tools, community, and support for helping you access a lighter, brighter life inside and out.
Link to register: https://devanadiyoga.com/schedule-events/

Rest & Radiate 4-Week Series
2024-02-01 10:30 - 12:00 | Devanadi Yoga, 4401 Upton Ave S, Minneapolis, MN, United States
Oooh this is going to be good! Come rest and reset. Each week will have a different theme all focused on different ways we can use REST as a way to RADIATE. Practice includes basic “apana kriyas,” or prana-organizing tools like joint exercises and warm-up movements to help shake out all that monkey-mind from our heads and bodies. Then lay down and get cozy. It’s time to rest! Tanya will lead you through a different Yoga Nidra and/or Restorative Yoga practice.
Classes are ALL LEVELS. Have a journal & pen ready.
Link to register: https://devanadiyoga.com/schedule-events/
