FEATURED WORKSHOPS
Walking the Plank: The Power of the Core with Joe Miller
Sunday, May 4th | 2:30pm - 4:30pm EST | In-Person | Cost: $35 until 4/16; $40 after
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Join Joe Miller for a dynamic and informative workshop focused on cultivating core strength and stability from the inside out. You’ll explore essential techniques that activate and integrate the muscles of the abdomen, back, and pelvis—building a core that supports both your yoga practice and everyday movement.
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Through a blend of breathwork, targeted asanas, and mindful movement, Joe will guide you in developing a stronger connection to your center. Learn how core engagement enhances balance, posture, and resilience—not just on the mat, but in your life.
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**This workshop is open to all levels, whether you're new to yoga or looking to refine your foundation. Expect to leave feeling grounded, empowered, and more in tune with your body’s natural strength.
Yoga Nidra For Resilience - Spring 2025 with Carol Mermey
Sunday, May 18th | 5:00pm - 6:00pm EST | Online | $20 per class
Resilience -- Returning to the wisdom of your body & mind to deal with life’s challenges.
Strengthen your ability to bounce back from life’s challenges by reconnecting with the inner resilience of your body and mind. Through the guided meditation practice of Yoga Nidra, discover a deep source of stability, clarity, and self-empowerment. This workshop is designed to help you release tension, calm your nervous system, and restore your energy.
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In each session, you’ll:
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Learn centering and relaxation techniques
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Practice gentle stretches for joints and muscles
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Explore mindful breathing practices
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Experience a complete Yoga Nidra session
Yoga Nidra is practiced lying down or seated comfortably. No experience is necessary—everyone is welcome.
*All registrants will receive recordings of these practices.
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About the Facilitator:
Carol Mermey (E-RYT 500, MPH) has been teaching yoga since 2004, guiding students of all ages and abilities to “start where they are, use what they’ve got, and do what they can.” Her classes emphasize healthy alignment to build strength, flexibility, and balance, promoting a sense of well-being and empowerment. Carol enjoys teaching students of all ages, and her teaching settings range from yoga studios and workplaces to health clinics and senior centers.
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Certified in ParaYoga Nidra, Yoga for Osteoporosis, and Yoga for Healthy Aging, Carol is also a Brain Longevity Specialist. She has completed iRest Yoga Nidra II and Integrative Yoga for Seniors, and she continues to study with Rod Stryker in ParaYoga. Currently, she is involved in a study on yoga for improving core strength and balance in older adults.
Purple Mountain Majesty: A Celebration of Summer, Sound and Prince!with Reggie Hubbard
Sunday, June 1st | 2:00pm - 4:00pm EST | In-Person | Cost: $50 until 5/31; $55 the day of
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Dearly beloved, we are gathering once again—this time to welcome summer in true purple fashion: with movement, music, and the magic of Prince. 💜
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Join Reggie Hubbard for Purple Mountain Majesty, an unforgettable afternoon blending yoga, freeform movement, and sound healing. We’ll begin with an ecstatic asana practice (part flow, part dance party!) to celebrate health, life, and the creative spirit that Prince embodied. Come dressed to express your creativity, ready to flow intuitively, and open to celebrating life in glorious fellowship.
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After we sweat, sway, and stretch, we’ll drop into a luscious, extended savasana with sound featuring gongs, antique Tibetan bowls, chimes, and other healing instruments—allowing your body to integrate and rest in deep connection with community.
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This is a joyful, creative, and soulful offering to honor the vibrant energy of summer—and of course, the genius of Prince. ✨
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**All levels welcome. Bring your curiosity, your sparkle, and your open heart.
Let’s get through this thing called life—together.
Tai Chi Basics with Robert Anderson
Sundays, June 1st, 8th, 22nd, & 29th | 11:30am - 12:30pm EST | In-Person | Cost: $79
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Rooted in ancient wisdom and aligned with modern well-being, this workshop series introduces (or deepens) your practice of Tai Chi—a powerful moving meditation that builds strength, focus, and inner calm. Open to beginners and experienced practitioners alike, you’ll explore fluid movements, breath awareness, and the practical, self-empowering aspects of Tai Chi as a martial art.
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Classes will include:
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Gentle yet powerful movement flows
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Self-defense applications inspired by Chi Na, Shaolin & Wing Chun
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Mind-body awareness that complements yoga & meditation​​
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If you're looking to complement your yoga practice, relieve stress, or explore a new movement tradition, this workshop maybe for you.
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Instructor
Robert Anderson is an executive, educator, author, and a life-long student and practitioner of the martial arts. He is the Founder of Balanced Arts, an education company specializing in wellness, self-care, and personal development. He has spent over 30 years providing fitness and wellness instruction as a certified personal trainer, a decorated martial arts instructor, an adjunct professor, and a researcher/writer specializing in the topics of health, fitness, business, and personal development. His clients include athletes, executives, human resource teams, mental health professionals, active seniors, teens, special populations, and social emotional learning programs.
Tai Chi for Mental Health with Robert Anderson
Sundays, June 1st, 8th, 22nd, & 29th | 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST | In-Person | Cost: $99
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In this workshop, experienced and beginning students learn Tai Chi’s four core mental health benefits: calming, grounding, letting go, and creating. Through slow, mindful movement and breathwork, Tai Chi helps ease stress, anxiety, and depression while building emotional resilience and physical balance. It’s a powerful practice for cultivating inner peace, clarity, and strength.
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*An e-workbook is included to support your learning at home.
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Balanced Arts workshops introduce students to the Yang style of Tai Chi. Using seated, standing, and moving forms, the workshops leverage partner drills (push hands), as well as some Tai Chi ball and Chi Gong. Workshop participants experience introductory basics as well as advanced movements and exercises in order to gain a full understanding of Tai Chi’s philosophy so that they can begin to incorporate it into their everyday wellness practice.
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Tai Chi is a gentle, low-impact practice suitable for all levels. Whether you're new to Tai Chi or deepening a current practice, you'll find guidance, growth, and connection in every session.
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Instructor
Robert Anderson is an executive, educator, author, and a life-long student and practitioner of the martial arts. He is the Founder of Balanced Arts, an education company specializing in wellness, self-care, and personal development. He has spent over 30 years providing fitness and wellness instruction as a certified personal trainer, a decorated martial arts instructor, an adjunct professor, and a researcher/writer specializing in the topics of health, fitness, business, and personal development. His clients include athletes, executives, human resource teams, mental health professionals, active seniors, teens, special populations, and social emotional learning programs.