Upcoming Events
Kundalini Yoga & Mediation with Mahan Kalpa
SUN Date: 03/03/2019 - 04/07/2019 From: 5:00 pm - 6:00 pmA six-class series that covers the basics of Kundalini Yoga and meditation: Learn to prepare your body for the slow and safe rising of kundalini energy.
Kundalini Yoga is an efficient pathway to enlightenment for the householder. It is a system that was developed specifically for those who want to maintain spiritual connection while living the busy life of a modern member of western society.
In each class, we will do a set of yogic exercises that will prepare you for deep meditation. We will ground your finite self in physical reality so that your infinite self may be experienced through long mantra meditation. Each class will include a mediation of 11 to 31 minutes in length.
If you have a desire to clear your mind, and have had difficulty with meditation in the past, this class is perfect for you. Kundalini Yoga meditations often include mudra, mantra, and drishti (eye focus) to help occupy and soothe the subconscious mind.
Benefits:
Improve brain functioning by increasing connectivity, improving memory, and decreasing mood aberration.
Mahan Kalpa is a KRI certified Kundalini Yoga instructor that studied directly with Yogi Bhajan and has 17 years of experience as a teacher and practitioner.
Full Series: $75.00
Drop in: $15.00
Sorry, the enrollment for this course is closed. Please contact us for more information.
Yoga for Tweens
SAT Date: 03/23/2019 - 03/23/2019 From: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pmJoin Cheyenne for an hour long Vinyasa class for tweens (ages 8-12)!
Tweens are uniquely poised to benefit from a yoga practice as it is a vibrant time of life- a time of tremendous change physically and emotionally!
Tweens will get to experience the benefits of yoga and develop more awareness in their bodies. They will learn to cultivate focus, love themselves, and also how to facilitate balance in a fun, upbeat class!
Only $10.00
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Prenatal Series
SUN Date: 03/24/2019 - 04/21/2019 From: 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm “Birth is not only about making babies. Birth is about making mothers-strong, competent, capable mothers who trust themselves and know their inner strength” -Barbara Katz Rothman, PhD.
Join us in preparation of the delivery experience!
The prenatal yoga practice will provide resources for moms to be by exploring the breath and preparing the body for labor. Within the hour and a half, the class will include meditation, center of gravity exercises, stretching and vinyasa poses that support muscles and alignment. Each session will encourage you to address a Yama or Niyama, the ethical principles that are part of the 8-limb path of yoga. This unique practice is tailored to alleviate pregnancy symptoms like constipation, back pain, and fatigue. Take time to gather with soon to be mothers for emotional support and comfort.
Drop in $20.00
Full Series $75.00
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Holy Roller
FRI Date: 03/29/2019 - 03/29/2019 From: 5:30 pm - 9:30 pmIn an asana practice, the physical work is that of activating muscle and soft tissue. We use the shapes to train, explore, engage, even ‘stretch’ the body. This is an important element of the practice and a part of that healing. There is beautiful and valuable work in there; a potential for growth and a possibility to be and do more. However as thoughtful and attentive as we may be in movement, there are still patterns, habits, old beliefs and practices held tight in the tissue under the skin.
The Holy Roller class is a way to bring the therapeutic practice of Self Myofascial Release (SMR) to our yoga mat and practice. Simply defined, SMR is a method of bodywork through which tools are used to develop greater ranges of motion and mobility throughout the entire physical form. The effects of this technique are translated through the muscle fiber, the connective tissues surrounding and investing the muscle, nerve, CNS (central nervous system) and even skin and adipose tissue.
FRIDAY 3/29 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
SATURDAY 3/30 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
SUNDAY 3/31 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
$350.00 for the entire weekend.
This training includes a 1hr 45min Holy Roller public practice as part of the 25hour training.
*Continuing education credits are available.
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Holy Roller - Public Class
SAT Date: 03/30/2019 - 03/30/2019 From: 11:00 am - 12:30 pmJoin guest instructor, Derek Thomas, for a Holy Roller class!
In an asana practice, the physical work is that of activating muscle and soft tissue. We use the shapes to train, explore, engage, even ‘stretch’ the body. This is an important element of the practice and a part of that healing. There is beautiful and valuable work in there; a potential for growth and a possibility to be and do more. However as thoughtful and attentive as we may be in movement, there are still patterns, habits, old beliefs and practices held tight in the tissue under the skin.
The Holy Roller class is a way to bring the therapeutic practice of Self Myofascial Release (SMR) to our yoga mat and practice. Simply defined, SMR is a method of bodywork through which tools are used to develop greater ranges of motion and mobility throughout the entire physical form. The effects of this technique are translated through the muscle fiber, the connective tissues surrounding and investing the muscle, nerve, CNS (central nervous system) and even skin and adipose tissue.
$40.00 per person.
Class held at Caliente Fitness!
Address: 2620 N Walnut St, Bloomington, IN 47408
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iRest Yoga Nidra - Series
WED Date: 04/03/2019 - 04/24/2019 From: 6:45 pm - 7:45 pmJoin Laura Patterson, a level 1 trained Integrative Restoration yoga instructor in this special relaxation series designed for all levels.
iRest Yoga Nidra is based on ancient yogic teachings, but made accessible for modern day life. It is designed to bring the healing benefits of yogic and meditative practices to a wide variety of people. iRest can be practiced by anyone, regardless of whether you are a lifelong meditator or if you have never tried meditation before.
iRest can work to alleviate stress, help us sleep better, and heal unresolved issues and traumas. It can also allow us recognize an underlying peace of mind that is always present within us - no matter what circumstances we are facing in life. People practicing iRest experience:
-->Decreased stress, anxiety, fear and depression
-->Improved sleep and decreased insomnia
-->An ability to better manage chronic and acute pain
-->Healthier interpersonal relations
-->Heightened energy levels
-->Improved sense of control
-->More confidence and joy in their lives
-->A greater sense of peace and well-being
Only $25.00 to drop in to this specialty class.
Or $80.00 for the full 4 session series.
*Continuing education credits are available.
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Core and Pelvic Floor
FRI Date: 04/05/2019 - 04/05/2019 From: 5:30 pm - 9:30 pmTo arrive at understanding from being one’s true self is called nature. To arrive at
being one’s true self from understanding is called culture. –Confucius
being one’s true self from understanding is called culture. –Confucius
Profound insight into ourselves comes to us through both nature and culture. We
arrive at a cognitive understanding because of an experience we have physically.
We know our deep beliefs when in contrast or conflict to others or when we see
ourselves clearly mirrored in others.
This weekend is about putting many of those puzzle pieces together.
We will explore anatomy and exercises of/for the pelvis and core. As we integrate
the information we will see how they play out differently in each body because our
personal histories and experiences differ. In contrast, we will study and discuss
yoga history and philosophies as a way to come to a deeper understanding of who
we, as individual embodied beings, are in the world and in our own bodies.
As all of these pieces, perspectives, and paths come together we create an incredibly
rich and diverse experience with ourselves and in relationship to others.
FRIDAY 5:30 PM - 9:30 PM
SATURDAY 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
SUNDAY 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
$350.00 for the entire weekend.
*Continuing education credits are available.
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Habitat for Humanity Women Build Donation Class
SUN Date: 04/07/2019 - 04/07/2019 From: 2:45 pm - 3:45 pm"Without a sense of caring, there can be no sense of community." Anthony J D'Angelo
Each year, women in the Bloomington community come together to move one step closer to eradicating substandard housing in our town. Support this year's Habitat for Humanity Women Build (and several of your Vibe instructors who have volunteered) with a special donation class.
Erin will lead this 60 minute, all-levels, non-heated class designed to leave you feeling good from the inside out.
Donations collected at the studio will go directly to Habitat for Humanity's Women Build!
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GLOWga
WED Date: 04/17/2019 - 04/17/2019 From: 7:15 pm - 8:15 pmPull out your neon, grab your glowsticks, and get ready to flow in the dark! Join Erin for GLOWga, a glow-in-the-dark yoga experience. This 60-minute vinyasa class offered with uptempo music and black lights is suitable for all levels. Join your fellow yogis to help light up the night!
Cost: $10
(Photo by Julie Kennedy)
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Yoga for Tweens
SAT Date: 04/20/2019 - 04/20/2019 From: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pmJoin Cheyenne for an hour long Vinyasa class for tweens (ages 8-12)!
Tweens are uniquely poised to benefit from a yoga practice as it is a vibrant time of life- a time of tremendous change physically and emotionally!
Tweens will get to experience the benefits of yoga and develop more awareness in their bodies. They will learn to cultivate focus, love themselves, and also how to facilitate balance in a fun, upbeat class!
Only $10.00
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Senior Sendoff
SUN Date: 04/28/2019 - 04/28/2019 From: 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm“Parting is such sweet sorrow” ~ Shakespeare
Life in Bloomington is a constant ebb and flow. Each year at the studio, we tearfully say goodbye to all of those members of our community that have graciously shared their practice during their time in Bloomington.
This class offers a chance to come together one last time before sweetly saying sayonara. Join us for this 60-minute practice as we celebrate our seniors and send them on the next leg of their journey filled with positive vibes.
Cost: $10.00
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Camp Meditation
FRI Date: 06/28/2019 - 06/28/2019 From: 6:21 am - 6:21 amMindfulness is a way of being present, a way of being awake. It relaxes your body, calms your mind, improves communication, increases sleep and decreases stress. You will learn several formal and informal practices to develop your own mindfulness and to use with your students, family and friends.
What You Get:
- Expert guidance
- Validated research
- Guided meditations
- Guided meditation recordings to use at home
- Techniques to flourish at home and work
- Class notes with links for further investigation
- Classroom interactions that deepen and broaden your practice
What You Create:
- A regular meditation practice
- Mindfulness in your daily life
- More calm, patience, resilience, love and joy
- Less stress, less perfectionism, less judgement
- Support of community of like-minded people
To learn more about Greg, click the link below:
$350.00
This course must meet a minimum number of students to run. If you are planning on attending, please enroll as soon as possible.
*Continuing education credits are available.
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Connecting the Limbs of Yoga
MON Date: 07/01/2019 - 07/01/2019 From: 6:21 am - 6:21 amIn our 200 hour training we learn of the 8 fold path of yoga consists of yama, niyama, asana, pranayama, pratyahara, dharana, dhyana and samadhi. We learn intellectually that all of these limbs are very much integrated, but for the sake of convenience they are often deconstructed as independent components. This course will explore how pranayama (breath control) and dhyana (meditation) independently function and how when all of the limbs merge together to support and create the Yoga of devotion (bhakti).
Come prepared to learn how to practice and how to teach various pranayama and meditation techniques. We will explore how asana can support pranayama and meditation and how pranayama and meditation can support asana.
Suggested reading:
"Light on Pranayama" by B.K.S. Iyengar
"The Yoga of Breath: A Step by Step Guide to Pranayama" by Richard Rosen
“A tree has roots, a trunk, branches, leaves, bark, sap, flowers, and fruits. Each one of these components has a separate identity, but each component cannot by itself become a tree. It is the same with Yoga. As all the parts put together become a tree, so all the 8 stages put together form Yoga.” - B.K.S. Iyengar
This course must meet a minimum number of students to run. If you are planning on attending, please enroll as soon as possible.
$350.00 for the weekend.
*Continuing education credits are available.
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Sanskrit 101
FRI Date: 08/23/2019 - 08/23/2019 From: 6:21 am - 6:21 amWant a comprehensive introduction to the language of yoga in one weekend? In this course you will learn to read and write the Sanskrit alphabet, properly pronounce yoga postures, sing sacred mantras and read texts with precision. The name Sanskrit means "sanctified", "refined" and "consecrated". It has has been regarded as the 'high' language and is the classical language of India. Spend the weekend finding familiarity with this ancient language.
Michael Johnson has been a full-time yoga instructor for nearly two decades and a teacher trainer for 15 years. He has travelled to India and studied many styles and traditions from Aṣṭāṅga Vinyāsa, Bhakti, Karma, Jñāna, Jīvamukti, Rāja, and Restorative to Yin. In addition to teaching ten weekly classes, He is a lead instructor for Asheville Yoga Center's 200hr Teacher Training and 300hr Advanced Training Programs.
"Michael Johnson’s classes are a beautiful mix of music, exploration of the yoga sutras, well-sequenced asana practice, and devotion to the highest virtues of humanity- and peppered with tidbits of science and humor. In my opinion, it is a well-rounded experience which gently guides the students into an exploration of what it can feel like to navigate yoga and life in the modern world with integrity, health and compassion." - Dana N.
This course must meet a minimum number of students to run. If you are planning on attending, please enroll as soon as possible.
350.00 for the weekend.
*Continuing education credits are available.
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History of Yoga
FRI Date: 09/27/2019 - 09/27/2019 From: 6:21 am - 6:21 amWant to learn about the history of yoga? In this course we will cover the origins of yoga from the pre-classical: Vedas, Upanishads and Buddhism to the classical: Patanjali, Sānkhya, Bhagavad Gītā and the post-classical traditions from Ashtānga to Yin. Each session will include reading materials, lecture, discussion and all levels āsana practice.
Michael Johnson has been a full-time yoga instructor for nearly two decades and a teacher trainer for 15 years. He has travelled to India and studied many styles and traditions from Aṣṭāṅga Vinyāsa, Bhakti, Karma, Jñāna, Jīvamukti, Rāja, and Restorative to Yin. In addition to teaching ten weekly classes, He is a lead instructor for Asheville Yoga Center's 200hr Teacher Training and 300hr Advanced Training Programs.
"Michael Johnson’s classes are a beautiful mix of music, exploration of the yoga sutras, well-sequenced asana practice, and devotion to the highest virtues of humanity- and peppered with tidbits of science and humor. In my opinion, it is a well-rounded experience which gently guides the students into an exploration of what it can feel like to navigate yoga and life in the modern world with integrity, health and compassion." - Dana N.
$350.00 for the weekend.
This course must meet a minimum number of students to run. If you are planning on attending, please enroll as soon as possible.
*Continuing education credits are available.
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