(Open to all): Each class will begin with a group discussion time followed by meditiation and gentle yoga postures suited for practioners of all levels. Breathwork is incorporated along with the use of yoga props to support overall well-being. This class adds a healing aspect to anyone's life who is feeling seperated from themselves or the world around them.

The characteristics and effects of addiction can easily be described as separation. Addictive behaviors disconnect us from ourselves, our loved ones, our environment and so much more.

Conversely, yoga itself means union, integration, balance. Yoga and its practices teach the fine art of balancing our multi-dimensional lives while living in a complex world.

Y12SR is a holistic model to address the physical, mental and spiritual dis-ease of addiction in any form. Informed by the latest research in neuroscience and trauma healing, Y12SR “connects the dots” by combining the somatic approach of yoga with the cognitive approach of the 12-step recovery model – the most well-known addiction recovery program in the world, with millions of active practitioners.

Starts July 29th
Select Tuesdays at 6:00 pm
$298 for the 10-class series
$35 for one class

Have you ever wanted to deepen your understanding of yoga as a philosophy and spiritual practice?

The yoga sutras offer practical, applicable teachings to help students examine and calm their minds, identify patterns, and ultimately reduce their suffering, further evolving perspective, for a more peaceful, compassionate and joyful life.

Moiira's 10-class course offers practitioners an in-depth, carefully curated look into Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, the ancient text from which modern yoga was born. Each 1.5 hour session will include a philosophical teaching from the sutras, meditation, a physical yoga practice, deep relaxation, a healing sound bath, and integrative relaxation, as well as written materials to take home. Signing up for the entire series is encouraged, as each session builds on the concepts offered in earlier sessions.

The program is divided into three sections: 1) how the sutras define yoga, 2) working with your mind, and 3) how to take your yoga practice off the mat and into your life.

Each week, we will examine a relevant yoga sutra in both English and in Sanskrit (the sacred language of yoga), the meaning of that sutra, awareness of its concepts, and how practicing it consistently might be helpful.

Space is limited, so please sign up early

The workshop is appropriate for students at all levels of practice.

The series is approved for yoga teacher continuing education, through Yoga Alliance. Moira is a Yoga Alliance YACEP provider.

About the Instructor

Moira Anderson, CYT, E-RYT 500, LCSW, YACEP is owner and director of River Rock Yoga and Pilates and founder of The Mississippi Center for Yoga and Health in Ocean Springs, MS. She is a Professional Level Kripalu Yoga Teacher, teaching yoga full time since 2001. She has been training yoga teachers since 2007. Moira received her Master of Social Work degree from the University of Southern Mississippi. She has in-depth study and experience in Trauma Informed Yoga Therapy and has been using yoga therapeutically, in clinical psychiatric settings since 2010. She is a licensed, clinical social worker and has practiced mental health therapy in her private practice, Maitri Mental Health, since 2019. Moira's yoga classes offer students compassionate self-observation, mindfulness, gentle alignment, and reflective vinyasa flow. Her yoga practice is deeply rooted in her study of yoga philosophy, which cultivates compassion, calms the mind, and, thus, reduces the symptoms of trauma and stress by supporting the nervous system. It is with deep gratitude that she shares these teachings.

Saturday, August 30^th

8:30am-4pm

Entire Day $187

Single Class $37 (Limited spots available, register separately for the desired single class)

Join us for a rejuvenating day retreat designed to awaken, energize, and restore your body and mind. This carefully curated experience offers a journey through unique styles of yoga—ranging from calming, gentle flows to vibrant, energizing practices—all in harmony with the rhythm of the day.

Each 50-minute session is a sample of a distinct yoga style, allowing you to explore and discover what resonates most with you. The day will begin with an opening circle meant to ground you and create community. The energy of the entire day will flow with complete balance. You will end your day by winding down with a soothing, Yoga Nidra session that includes blissful Sound Healing.

The balanced schedule is thoughtfully designed to:

• Honor your energy levels throughout the day

• Introduce you to new and inspiring yoga traditions

• Create space for connection, reflection, and deep rest

Whether you're looking to deepen your practice, try something new, or simply take a day for yourself, this retreat is a space to move, breathe, and just be.

All levels welcome.

Infused water and light snacks will be offered. Lunch will be on your own.

Schedule

(Check the single class listing for a complete description of each class)

8:30-9:00 am Opening Circle

9:00-9:50 am Bhakti Yoga Flow: Live Music by Tree Stories, Movement by Kimberly Moritz

10:00-10:50 am Mudra Yoga with Jaime Ray

11:00-11:50 am Rage Yoga with Christy Moritz

11:50-1:00 pm Lunch on Your Own

1:00-1:50 pm Face Yoga with Sherie Sekul

2:00-2:50 pm Yoga Dance with Moira Anderson

3:00-3:50 pm Yoga Nidra with Sound Bath

3:50-4:00 pm Closing Circle

Join us in celebrating the highest vibrations of your heart, its connection to others and the world around you. Through live mantra music, sound healing, meditation and gentle yoga flow you will spark an inner light and ignite deep love for yourself as a part of the magic that is the universe. Bhakti yoga is the yoga of love and devotion. Create the path of connection through devotion to self-love with this heartfelt practice.