WHAT IS TAI CHI:
Tai Chi is a gentle, low-impact exercise that originated in China as a martial art. It involves a series of slow, controlled movements and postures, along with deep breathing and a meditative state of mind. Tai Chi is often called “meditation in motion” because its designed to harmonize the body, mind, and energy levels. It can help with a variety of health concerns, including flexibility and strength, balance and coordination, stress and anxiety, depression, and pain relief.

Tai Chi has evolved from a martial art for combat and self-defense into a sport and form of exercise that's increasingly practiced all over the world. There are five popular styles of Tai Chi, each with its own unique methods, principles, and lineage.

ABOUT THE WORKSHOP:
Balanced Arts workshops around Tai Chi are designed to 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.

In this workshop, experienced and beginning students learn Tai Chi’s four core mental health benefits: calming, grounding, letting go, and creating. Tai Chi’s gentle, low impact mind and body exercises incorporate graceful, relaxing movements that help generate physical and mental balance.

9/14 - Tai Chi for Calming

10/12 - Tai Chi for Grounding

11/9 - Tai Chi for Releasing

Cost & Dates

The cost of this workshop is $119 and covers all dates. (9/14, 10/12, 11/9) from 10am-11am. Individual dates can be purchased for $49/class.

Elementary Yoga Workshop
Playful Poses for littles ages 5-9

Let your child stretch, breathe, and move in a fun and supportive environment designed just for them. Elementary Yoga is a 90-minute workshop tailored specifically for elementary-aged children (ages 6–11). Through playful movement, age appropriate yoga poses, breathing exercises, and mindfulness games, kids will build strength, flexibility, balance, and focus all while having a fun time.

This workshop encourages creativity, confidence, and body awareness, helping kids develop healthy habits they can take off the mat and into their daily lives. Led by experienced instructors, Susan Comfort and Sonja Johnson, who specialize in teaching children's yoga, the session is designed to be active, engaging, and relaxing all at once.

Please note: This is a kids-only class.

Perfect for both beginners and returning young yogis. No prior experience needed! Mats and props are provided, but please feel free to bring your own.

Dates: Sundays 10/19, 11/16, and 12/14|| Time: 9am-10am || Cost: $30 per person per session

Come join our Tweens' Yoga Class series! This class is geared for tweens ages 9-12, with some flexibility. We will do a combination of yoga poses, dance, music and breath work. Join Susan and Sonja for a fun time. This is a great offering for those new and returning to yoga.

Dates: Sundays 10/19, 11/16, and 12/14 || Time: 10:15am-11:30am || Cost: $30 per session

Resilience -- Returning to the wisdom of your body/mind to deal with life’s challenges – strengthening our ability to bounce back from adversity.

Yoga Nidra, a guided meditative practice, can help you find a source of internal stability, clarity, and self-empowerment. It can ease tension and fatigue, calm the nervous system, and restore energy.

In this workshop you’ll:

• Learn centering and relaxation techniques
• Practice gentle asana stretches for joints and muscles
• Explore yoga breathing techniques
• Be guided through a complete Yoga Nidra practice

Yoga Nidra is practiced in a comfortable lying or seated position. No prior experience is needed — everyone is welcome. All registrants will receive recordings of these practices.

Sundays 9/28, 10/26, 11/16, and 12/21 | 5:00 - 6:00 pm | online | $20 per class or $70 for entire series