News from Sunbeams Yoga

Bring a friend for free in February! Share the Yoga Love Introduce someone to the Sunbeams Yoga family this month by inviting them to a FREE class! (Limit 1 free friend per day; free class for first-time visitors). View our full schedule of drop-in classes here .

Candlelight Restorative Yoga with Live Ambient Acoustic Guitar Experience the calming benefits of Restorative Yoga in a candlelight setting with live ambient acoustic guitar. Restorative Yoga is suitable for all bodies and abilities. Restorative Yoga uses comfortable positioning of blankets, bolsters, and blocks to support the body in reclined postures. Spending several minutes in these supported postures allows the body and the mind time to drift into a state of relaxation. The practice will be accompanied by gentle ambient acoustic guitar courtesy of Rob Barker. Date : Saturday February 24 Time : 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Cost : $22/person; early registration rate $18 ends 2/17 Led by : Karen Barker Space limited to 10. Advance registration recommended to reserve your space.

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Body Positive Yoga Workshop with Amber Karnes This workshop is designed especially for big-bodied yogis who want to be empowered to step into any class with confidence, knowing they have the tools to make yoga work for their bodies.  In this workshop, we’ll explore things like: How to keep your chest out of your face, twisting and folding when you have a belly, and other “sticky spots” like sun salutations and inversions. We’ll help each other find safe alignment and freedom in poses, learn to modify yoga to fit our bodies, and have some laughs along the way. Yoga teachers who’d like to learn modifications for your larger students are also welcome! Date : Saturday March 3 Time : 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Cost : $45 Led by : Amber Karnes Space is limited to 15 students.

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Teacher Intensive with Body Positive Yoga Learn how to craft and language a yoga class that is truly welcoming for students of all shapes and sizes. This yoga teachers’ workshop will include both practical asana instruction and discussion. We’ll debunk stereotypes and discuss how to create an environment of safety, agency, and consent. We’ll also explore common challenges faced by larger-bodied students. We’ll practice asana modifications and ways to use yoga props to help your students get the most out of your class. Amber will speak from her experience as both a larger-bodied yoga student and teacher, and together we’ll build a toolbox to make your classes more welcoming and inclusive. Bring any and all questions that you might hesitate to ask your students about how to make the practice work for them – we’ll troubleshoot them together in this body-positive yoga lab setting. Date: Saturday March 3 Time: 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Cost: $75 Led by: Amber Karnes Limited to 15 teachers. Only a few spots left!

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Community Yoga Second Saturday of each month Join us once a month (Second Saturdays) for a FREE all-levels class. Donations for local charity are accepted but not required. January and February donations go directly to the Ruckersville Fire Department. Mats and accessories are provided, but you may bring your own if you wish. Ages 12-up. When : Saturday February 10, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Led by : Rachel Hanks Cost : free; donations accepted Advance registration recommended. Visit sunbeamsyoga.com/events to sign up.

Community Meditation Third Saturday of each month This once-a-month informal meditation group is offered to the community at no cost. In this group, we practice focusing on our breath to develop the depth and steadiness of our attention. Includes guided, walking, and silent meditation, followed by discussion time where your questions are welcome.  Chairs, bolsters, and blankets are available for sitting; you may bring your own cushion if you prefer. Open to new beginners and meditators who have been practicing many years.  When: Saturday February 17, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Led by: Tom Riisager Cost: Free. Donations for local charity are accepted but not required. February donations to Ruckersville Volunteer Fire Co. Advance registration recommended. Visit sunbeamsyoga.com/events to sign up.

Kids & Family Yoga Fourth Saturday of Each Month (Advance registration required) This once-a-month class provides a space where adults and kids can learn and practice basic yoga poses together in a fun, playful environment. We use our yogi imaginations to journey to faraway places, go on amazing adventures, and play fun games while learning yoga poses and breath/body awareness. We will practice moving, being still, and most of all - we will have fun! When : Saturday February 24, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Led by : Karen Barker, assisted by Devin Barker Cost : $5/person, ages 4-up Note : Space is limited to 16 and advance registration is required. Each individual attending must be registered separately. Please register youth in their own name, listing parent/guardian as emergency contact.

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New Classes! In response to your feedback and suggestions, we have added the following classes to our weekly drop-in schedule: Vinyasa Flow with Carrie Sundays 10:45am-12:00pm Extra Gentle w/ Restorative with Karen Wednesdays 12:45-2:00pm All Levels Hatha with Cora Wednesdays 7:00-8:15pm View our full schedule of classes at sunbeamsyoga.com/schedule

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