Yoga asanas, or postures, prepare the mind and body for concentration and meditation in this 3-hour workshop.
We will practice asanas and be taught to create a mandala to practice the Yogic concepts of dharana (concentration) and dhyana (meditation). It’s impossible to ‘empty’ the mind, but we can train it to become so completely absorbed with one thing that we lose all sense of time and space. This is the process of dharana and dhyana.
A mandala is a spiritual and ritual symbol. It can be understood in two different ways: externally as a visual representation of the universe, or internally as a guide to connect with universal energy. In Hinduism and Buddhism, the belief is that by entering the mandala and proceeding towards its center, you are guided through the cosmic process of transforming the universe from one of suffering into one of joy and happiness.
Workshop Schedule:
- Philosophy, dotting instruction, & applying our first layer of paint
- Gentle asana practice
- Applying our second layer of paint
- Restorative asanas with sound medicine
$30 includes all supplies: 3.5” hand-casted stone, dotting tools, paint, and a surface to paint on
Participation is limited to 15 people, thank you.
In order to fully prepare your heart for Christmas, to remove the obstacles that hinder our focus on the Divine, join us for a night of restoration and meditation on Jesus. In this class, you will hear scripture from the book of Matthew and Luke as you settle into your supported restorative poses. A silent time of reflection will follow each pose so you can fully allow the love of Jesus to enfold you. All while hearing beautiful acoustic guitar strum familiar sounds.
Christ Divine is the center of the Christmas holiday. Let’s celebrate this glorious season together. Bring your mat and water, and maybe your favorite cozy blanket.
This event is open to everyone on a donation basis with 100% going to Ohio Forest Sanctuaries. More information can be found here: https://www.ohioforestsanctuaries.org
Pre-registration is preferred so we can set up the appropriate amount of spaces.
Donation based. 4:30 to 6pm.
Celebrate the Christmas season with a cozy 105-minute Yoga experience filled with warmth, creativity, and self-compassion.
This special holiday class begins with a guided, non-dominant hand drawing activity to unlock your playful spirit and open space for self-reflection. We'll then flow into a gentle 45-minute Yoga practice, blending movement and breathwork to nurture kindness within.
Afterward, settle in with homemade dairy-free hot chocolate, candy canes, and festive cheer as you continue decorating your artwork in a meditative, mindful way. As a gift, each participant will receive a nephrite jade mini star -- a token of peace, balance, and seasonal warmth to carry through the winter season.
Participation is limited to ten people - please sign up and pay ahead to reserve your spot!
Join Danielle on the Full Moon in December to create your own one-of-a-kind, hand-dipped beeswax tapers. We'll sip tea, dip candles, and chat about beeswax history, the world of honeybees, and the energetics of beeswax.
$25 includes all provided supplies, and each person will go home with a pair of 5" tapers and knowledge of how to start their own candle-dipping adventure. We will meet in the kitchen at Yoga Central. Facilitated by Danny Lunce.
***Only 7 spots available***
Cancellation policy: Because space is limited for this event, payment is required to reserve your spot. Our cancellation policy with a 24 Hour notice is a 50% refund of the event price. There will be no refunds for same-day cancellations or no shows. This policy is unique to this event, and differs from the studio's regular class cancellation policy. Thank you for your understanding.
Danielle Lunce teaches yoga, works at Aladdin’s, makes candles, and has been an important part of our community for many years. We want to celebrate her and show our affection with a fun party that will be part yoga class and part food and socializing.