SPECIAL EVENTS

 Annual Ayurveda Fall Cleanse

with Loren Winters

Kickoff meeting Saturday, November 1, 4-5pm

Cleanse runs Nov. 2-8, $150 early bird / $175 after

Ayurveda is a thousand-year-old health system that uses a wholesome diet and daily routines to prevent disease and promote healing. Twice a year, at the juncture of seasonal change, several days of cleansing are done to give your digestive system, the key source of balanced health, a chance to clear out, refresh, and restore itself. Signs that you could benefit from a cleanse:
lack of pep, sour taste in mouth, gassiness, irregular bowels, weight gain, skin irritations, allergies It is possible to see symptoms such as these clear up in a matter of days on cleanse.

For many years, Loren has guided the OTM community through Ayurvedic seasonal group cleanses. Previous cleanse community members are welcome back as well as those new to the Ayurvedic cleanse! The group format provides real-time insight and input as we go through this transformative experience together.

 Neck and Shoulders Stretch and Strength

with Amy

Sunday, November 9, 2:30-4pm, $35

Is your shoulder strength or mobility limited? Do you feel tight with tension or have less range of motion or strength in your shoulders and neck? Does this affect your daily life? Amy is offering the workshop for you!

Join Amy as we explore the vulnerable joints in the shoulders and neck with yoga poses and myofascial release techniques. Learn how to stabilize and strengthen these tender areas while creating more space in the body. Tennis balls and yoga props will be explored. This class is suitable for all levels and will be offered in-studio and on Zoom with a recording available if you register. $35

 Asana Evolution: A Deep Dive into Your Yoga Practice

Once monthly SUNDAYS 2:30-4:30pm with Ramsay & Liz

In this six-month series, we will dive deep into different practices and techniques. With a deep appreciation for the classical poses, we will focus on exploring modern variations to discuss and feel their different benefits. As teachers and students, we believe that cultivating movement literacy is crucial, developing an understanding of why we practice certain variations of poses based on our individual anatomy.

How we move matters. Equally important is understanding “the why” behind “the how”. This is crucial to maximizing the benefits and increasing the longevity of your practice. We will practice for 2 hours with a few quick breaks to workshop poses and concepts. These classes will be offered virtually with recording available if you register. 

PRICING: 

All 6 with recordings $215 ($55 savings)

Drop in: $45

Sunday, November 16 “Activating Your Glutes”

Sunday, December 7 “The Core of You: Cultivating a Strong Center”

Sunday, January 11 “The SI Joint: What is It and How to Keep it Happy”

Sunday, February 8 “Backbends for a Modern Body”

Sunday, March 8 “Hip Opening vs Hip Strengthening: Mobility vs Flexibility”

Sunday, April 12 “Sun As 5 Ways… Spice up your Flow”

Restorative Yoga with Zen Shiatsu Bodywork

with Tara Rachel

Friday, November 21, 6:30-8pm, $40

Relax and Restore your Qi (“Chee”) with a calming and supportive sequence based in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). The whole class will be done on your back supported by props. As the class winds down, Tara will give each student a sampling of Zen Shiatsu Bodywork.
Tara Rachel is a certified Asian Body Work Therapist. She began studying Shiatsu with her private teacher in Buenos Aires, Argentina from 1997-1999. Since 2000, Tara has studied and is a graduate of the Charles River Institute for Healing and Inner Arts. From 2001-2006, Tara taught a Qi Flow Yoga Class at Charles River Institute – which combines yoga and the meridian system.

The class is limited to 6 students so you can each experience Zen Shiatsu.

Unlocking Vitality: Pelvic Floor Anatomy & Asana

with Melissa Patrick

Sunday, November 23, 3-4:30pm, $40

Melissa Brandon, PT, DPT, RYT is a yoga teacher and local physical therapist who specializes in the treatment of the trunk, pelvis, and pelvic floor muscles for both men and women. Her 90-minute, three-part workshop, for all people and all genders, is both educational and experiential. 

Part 1: Pelvic floor anatomy & function 

Part 2: Yoga for pelvic floor relaxation 

Part 3: Yoga for pelvic floor strength

You will discover:

How posture and breathing impact the pelvic floor muscles 

How hip and lumbar spine mobility play a role in pelvic floor function 

Yoga for lengthening tight pelvic floor muscles and strengthening weak muscles 

You will also: 

Banish the taboo, unknowns, and mysteries around the pelvic floor

Discover the fundamentals of stress regulation for your pelvic floor 

Learn if practicing Mula Bandha is right for you

Practice mindfulness to help map this area of your body

Deep Rest and Restore: Yoga and Sound Bath

with Rachel

Sunday, November 30, 2-4pm, $45

The holiday season can be joyful and full of celebration but also a stressful and busy time for some. Come join as we take some time to slow down in a conscious way with a delicious blend of restorative yoga, yin, and gentle breath work infused with the soothing sounds of the crystal singing bowls.