Take a break from the noise and busy-ness of daily life. Discover the sweetness inside when you slow down and truly listen. Observing silence is an opportunity to cultivate awareness and to create an authentic relationship with yourself without all the distractions.
Everyone is welcome! No experience required. Periods of seated meditation are 20 minutes with frequent breaks. Cushion or chair will be provided. Bring your own cushion if you wish. There will be a brief introduction at the beginning including Q&A.
Yogathon – New Year’s Day 2019
Yoga for Peace * 13550 Dix-Toledo Road, Southgate, Michigan
734-282-9642 * info@y4peace.org * y4peace.org
9:00-10:30
Posture Pro * Regina Mitchell (Cave)
Regina has been teaching Posture Pro for almost 20 years. If her regular morning class is outside of your schedule, here’s a chance to try. No experience needed.
10:00-11:15
Slow Flow / Restorative * Jenn Frazier (White Room)
Jenn’s much-loved rejuvenating gentle flow and restorative mix. A great way to start your new year. No experience needed.
10:45-11:15
Upcoming Chakra Workshop Preview * Dawn Kowalczik (Cave)
A short preview of Dawn’s upcoming Chakra balancing workshop. No experience needed. Sign up at the Yogathon for the workshop and receive an early bird discount.
11:30-1:00
Little Yogis * Brianna McKenzie (Cave)
Real Live Bunnies* Last Half Hour
Kids Yoga with a bonus: Real Live Bunnies* thanks to Wonderland Rabbit Rescue.
11:30-1:00
Prana Vinyasa * Sam Nash (White Room)
Moving mindfully through dynamic postures, linking breath with movement. Challenging.
1:15-2:15
Chair Yoga * Dawn Kowalczik (Cave)
For those who want to stay off the floor. Some postures may involve standing, but there are balance barres available and the class is always tailored to attendees. No experience needed.
1:30-2:30
Live Bunny Yoga * Peg Darnell (White Room)
Join real live bunnies* from Wonderland Rabbit Rescue for a fun hour of gentle yoga on the floor amongst romping bunnies. No experience needed.
$20 Suggested donation for this class
2:30-3:30
Slow Flow, Restorative and Yoga Nidra * Priscilla Hankins (Cave)
A variety of techniques to minimize stress and anxiety, finishing with a yoga nidra guided meditation.
3:00-4:00
YinYasa * Dawn Marie Marshall (White Room)
The dynamic, breath driven yang of vinyasa, blended with the gentle opening of yin. Best of both for a New Year’s balancing practice.
4:00-5:00
Mudras, Mantras and Pranyama * Cheryl Dodge (Cave)
Hand placements (mudras), chants (mantras) and breath work (pranayama), linked together for a deeper practice.
4:15-5:15
Gentle, Basic * Jayne Diorka (White Room)
Basic movements, incorporating breath, stretching and asanas (postures). No experience necessary.
5:30-6:30
Drum Circle – Brianna McKenzie (White Room)
Bring your favorite instrument, singing bowl, noisemaker, voice, for a fun sound based practice. A fun way to end the yogathon (no experience necessary).
Chair Massage or Assisted Bodywork with Cheryl Dodge 11 am- 4 pm ($10 for 10 minutes)
Reflexology with Peg Darnell 10:30 am-Noon; 3-4 pm ($15 for 20 minutes)
Light Refreshments All Day
*(Bunnies are adoptable, but NOT on the day of the event.)