Minneapolis Public Schools

This class introduces the foundations of Vinyasa yoga in a supportive and accessible way. Students will learn basic poses, safe alignment, and simple breathing techniques while building strength, flexibility, and body awareness. Instructor Amanda Kern, a certified yoga teacher, provides clear instruction and modifications to meet all ability levels. Whether you are new to yoga or looking to refresh your practice, this class offers a calm and encouraging environment to develop confidence and mindfulness on the mat.

We will begin the morning with a sweet meditation and breathwork allowing your body and mind to relax into your yoga mat. From there, you will feel the power of deep relaxation through a sound bath with crystal bowls, the depth of sound through a gong, and other sound instruments representing the ocean, rain, and wind. The experience is designed to bring your mind, body, and spirit into balance. Please bring: yoga mat, blanket, and anything else that will help you be comfortable such as eye mask and pillow. Wear comfortable clothing. Energy follows intention (or our thoughts!) We spend several hours in our day thinking, analyzing, and doing, often without paying attention to how each of these activities makes us feel energetically. As the name suggests, a Sound Bath is an immersion in beautiful sounds and vibrations that are healing for your body, mind and spirit. A Sound Bath is a deeply relaxing, meditative experience which can take you on a journey of deep relaxation, healing and self discovery. Sound healing, an ancient wellness practice dating back thousands of years, has been linked to reductions in stress and anxiety. Sound travels through water four times faster than it travels through air, and since our bodies are mostly composed of water, many believe that sound helps us recalibrate. Reminder: Please bring yoga mat with you. You may also want to bring a bolster, pillow, blanket, and/or eye cover to maximize the flow of energy. Each participant will also receive a few crystals to enhance your session. Please bring a water bottle for hydration. Meet at the Center for Performing Arts located at 3754 Pleasant Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55409. If session is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available.

Learn more advanced postures practiced in a slow, gentle manner, while continuing to gain an understanding of the underlying principles and concepts. Prerequisite: Tai Chi Qigong 1 or Tai Chi experience. Time will be devoted to review. ** EXTRA DATE ADDED - FEBRUARY 4th IS NOW A CLASS DATE**

Tai Chi is a simple traditional Chinese practice that uses inner strength or "Qi" to feel better. Learn the "form", which is a continuous sequence of postures practiced in a slow, gentle manner, to improve blood circulation, balance, and your overall health. Instruction is designed for people of all ages and physical abilities. No special clothes or mats are needed. ** EXTRA DATE ADDED - FEBRUARY 4th IS NOW A CLASS DATE**

This beginner-friendly course explores different styles of yoga each week - including Hatha, Yin, Kundalini, Restorative, and Ashtanga. Each class will be a combination of informative discussion and physical practice. Please bring a yoga mat and writing materials.

Increase your strength, flexibility and balance while learning relaxation and breathing techniques through yoga exercises. Please bring your own Yoga Mat. Please join the waitlist if the class is full.

Focus on strength, stamina, balance, flexibility and proper alignment in this hatha yoga class that unites pranayama (breath) and asanas (yoga postures). Wear comfortable clothes, bring a mat and blanket, and refrain from eating before class. *We apologize but the Wednesday section of this class has been cancelled. If class is full, please enroll for the waitlist. We will contact you if a space becomes available.