The Winter Warmer has become our way of serving the community in alignment with the essence of these teachings. Many of the practices we share were gifted to us through ancestral and cultural lineages beyond our own. Wisdom and disciplines from the East have guided us into our breath and body, while plant medicines from the South have reconnected us with Mother Earth’s unconditional love for humanity. Together, these pathways root us into the present moment, the infinite Now, where Prana flows, gentle and free.

It is an honor to be entrusted with such ancient traditions. As Westerners raised in a young and ambitious country, our roots have largely been economic. We have been shaped by a culture of productivity, finances, and transactional exchange. And yet, these practices predate many modern economies altogether. In fact, Cacao itself was once a form of currency, as was the Dharma. Though this wisdom was never bought or sold. It moved through communities by way of generosity, devotion, faith, and care.

By offering a day of high-quality, accessible practices, we return to the original intention behind these lineages. Their true nature. We step into what Robin Wall Kimmerer so beautifully described in Braiding Sweetgrass as the gift economy: an exchange rooted in reciprocity, relationship, and reverence rather than extraction or profit.

Operating a business while also holding true to the way these healing modalities were always meant to be shared is a practice of balance. The Winter Warmer is one way we restore that balance. By ensuring that everyone has access to these practices regardless of financial circumstance, even if for a single day.

With deeply caring, well-studied, and experienced teachers and facilitators, and held by one of the most loving and generous communities on the planet, the healing power of even one day spent together as Sangha is immeasurable.

Please join us on Sunday, January 4th in celebration of community wellness, shared practice, fresh starts, and collective joy for our favorite event of the year: Mati’s 2nd Annual Winter Warmer. A full day dedicated to movement, reflection, creativity, nourishment, and healing, experienced together. United in practice, we become a bright radiant light in the depths of winter.

In practicing side by side, we remember that health is not a solo journey. It’s a devotion we cultivate in relationship. We are so excited to gather, warm our bodies and hearts, and become healthier together, yet again. All are welcome.

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Schedule

8:00 a.m.

Cacao & Sound Bowls
Begin the day with gratitude, connection, and clarity as Rachel guides us through a Cacao & Sound Bowl experience designed to cultivate love and appreciation for the journey, supporting gentle healing from destination addiction as we reflect on our intentions for the New Year.

9:30 a.m.

Heated Flow
Chris leads us through our regularly scheduled 75-minute Sunday morning Heated Flow, which will be the strongest practice of the day.

11:00 a.m.

Lunch Break
Head over to Cake Shop for some delicious local eats serving all dietary lifestyles, or bring your own lunch and enjoy it in the warmth of the studio.

12:15 p.m.

Kava Ceremony
Greg from Root Awakening Kava Bar in Worcester will introduce guests to the ceremonial history and benefits of this traditional South Pacific plant medicine, also known as the Plant of Peace.

1:00 p.m.

The Art of Remembering: Inner Child Reclamation
Join Melissa Aura as she guides a gentle journey into Inner Child embodiment, inviting healing, play, and self-forgiveness. Through light breathwork, meditation, and playful movement, we’ll explore our inner landscape and reconnect with the intelligence of childlike wonder.

2:30 p.m.

Soul Collage & Intention Setting Workshop

Join Michele for a cozy, guided experience designed to warm your winter through creativity, reflection, and rest. Using magazines, art supplies, and intuition, you’ll create a soul collage that reflects your inner needs, intentions, and visions for the year ahead. No art experience is needed.

3:45 p.m.

Unfreeze Your Fascia: Intro to Self-Massage & Myofascial Release
Join Brianna for a guided, hands-on experience focused on fascia, recovery, and self-massage. Discover the role fascia plays in the body and why it’s an essential, often overlooked element of healing and restoration. Using simple, effective tools including lacrosse balls, foam rollers, and gentle techniques, you’ll be guided through a nourishing practice to release tension.

5:00 p.m.

Dinner Break
We’ll be ordering pizzas from local family-owned Pizza Chef to be enjoyed together in the studio. Please feel free to bring a dinner of your choice if this does not align with your dietary needs.

6:00 p.m.

Restorative & Sound
Prepare for a rejuvenating night’s sleep as Chris guides a restorative flow and sound experience, accompanied by Rachel on the sound bowls and special guest musicians.