Events/workshops
Yoga at the Park
Wednesdays @ 9 am
Weather Permitting
Jen is heading back to her roots. She first began teaching at Chestnuthill Park in November of 2014. Since then she has been back every Wednesday in the warmer seasons. Well she will be back once again beginning May 6th and will remain there until the end of October, or until it gets to be too cold to be out there. The Wednesday 9 am class, Stretch, Relax and Meditate will be held at the park on the stage in the field behind the park building.
Please always check the website, or Facebook in the morning just in case class has to move back to the studio due to cool temperatures or poor weather conditions. There will only be a post if we have to be in the studio. Otherwise, assume class will be held at the park.
Please bring your own mat, limited quantities will be available. Cost is the same as a regular class card.
If you have never been, I highly recommend taking a class there. It is so beautiful being out with nature to practice.
Off the Mat Chapter Chat
Next Meeting June 5th
11:45am
In the Untethered Soul, spiritual teacher Michael A. Singer explores the question of human identity and shows how the development of consciousness can enable us all to dwell in the present moment and achieve happiness and self-realization. In this guided journal, you'll find brand-new exercises and prompts paired with original passages from The Untethered Soul. These prompts encourage you to fully relate Michael A. Singer's teachings to your personal experiences, allowing you to dive into the teachings and make them a part of your daily life.
You'll also discover practices to help you gain distance from your noisy mind, tap into the deeper awareness that is your true essence, and work through the negative emotions that limit your potential. Grounded in traditions of meditation and mindfulness, the new exercises in this transformational journal will show you how to live more fully in the present moment, and achieve lasting joy and self-realization.
If you're ready to open the door to limitless possibilities, The Untethered Soul Guided Journal will lead you to a richer understanding of your relationship to your mind, emotions, and inner energies. And by letting go of difficult past experiences you've held within yourself, you'll learn to access the profound happiness of your true, innermost Self.
Please join us, once a month, to discuss a chapter and how we did with the companion journals activities. And if this sparks other conversations than so, be it! This is a free event, just a gathering of like minded people. It is over lunch time, so please feel free to bring something to eat for yourself or to share.
Our next meeting is May 5th at 11:45am. Please read the chapters 10 and 11 and if you would like, complete the journals activities.
Here are the tentative dates for our sessions:
Jan 9th, Feb. 6th, March 6th, April 3rd, May 1st, June 5th, July 10th, Aug. 7th, Sept. 4th, Oct. 2nd, Nov. 6th
Reiki Share
Sunday, June 28th @ 4:30 pm
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COME ONE... COME ALL Reiki Practitioners
- All Levels - Welcome!
We give so much when working in our work with others, here is a chance to get something back! Not to mention meet other practitioners who share the same passion.
This even is by donation and advance sign up is required.
For more information or to register please contact Betsey Blair at blair512@hotmail.com
NewMoon Sound Bath
Sunday, June 14th
7 pm
You are invited to enter a state of deep relaxation while being immersed in the beautiful sound of crystal singing bowls. A sound bath not only reduces stress and anxiety by inducing a state of relaxation, but it also has physiological benefits. These include a reduction in pain, better sleep, removal of toxins, and strengthening of the immune system. The frequencies of the bowls recalibrate your body and mind, regenerate cells, and open portals to higher consciousness.
Cost is $25. Please head here to register and pay. https://peaceful-yoga-with-jen.square.site or contact the studio at 570-242-2877.
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Studio Hikes
Sunday, June 14th @ 9 am
It began as training for an UltraTrax, but is morphing into a monthly gathering of lovely people exploring the beautiful outdoors together. We will be holding more group hikes throughout the summer and fall. The hikes are all of different lengths, locations and levels of difficulty. So if one is not right for you, perhaps another will be. And in case you had wanted to do the UltraTrax and were not able to, there is another one on September 26th a little north of Philly. Here is the link to tell you more about it and or register for it. Choose Peaceful Yoga as your team. https://runsignup.com/Race/Register/RaceGroup-1?raceId=206037
The next hike is going to be Sunfish Pond Loop via Garvey Springs Trail which is across the river in Worthington State Forest, NJ. This is a moderate hike, 4.1 miles in length, with a 1161ft elevation gain. Here is the link if you want to learn a little more about it: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/new-jersey/sunfish-pond-via-garvey-springs-trail
If you will be joining us, please let Jen know so she knows who to wait for before venturing off to see the lake! 570-242-2877
Looking at July 5th for a future hike to Child's Park.
Shoden Reiki Level 1 Training
June 27 & 28th @ 2:30
$175
If you've always wondered, and have been curious about Reiki... When you have the desire to help transform the quality of living and loving life... THIS IS A BEGINNING!
In the context of Reiki, Shoden translates to "first teachings" or "first beginnings". It refers to the very first level of training in traditional Japanese Usui Reiki Ryoho, which is more commonly known in the West as Reiki Level 1. The focus of this foundational level is to introduce you to the core principles and practices of Reiki without the use of specific symbols or distance healing (which are reserved for later levels).
Embark on a transformative journey and let inner peace unfold. Contact Betsey Blair at 215-534-0163 to set out on this uplifting path.
Private Reiki Infused Sound Bath
A Journey of Deep Relaxation
Sunday, June 7th beginning @ 2 pm
$100
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This past April, we held the Healing Hands for our Furry Friends Fundraiser. It was a group reiki session with a sound bath. It was an amazing experience for participants as well as the practitioners. Since it was so well received, Vyolet and Jen have decided to offer it to you as a private session.
Step into a sacred space to reawaken your soul's balance. This Reiki-infused sound bath combines the powerful frequencies of sound healing with channeled Reiki energy to clear blockages, restore harmony to your chakras, and deeply nourish your body, mind, and soul. Experience a deep energetic reset designed to lower cortisol levels and reduce anxiety.
What it is: An immersive, relaxing experience
What to do: Lie down comfortably on a massage table and simply listen and receive (no "doing" required).
What is used: Sound bowls, chimes and Reiki energy (universal life force energy - prana).
Benefits: Deep relaxation, reduced anxiety, better sleep, mental clarity, and energetic clearing.
The Experience: A symphoby for the soul, a spa for your nervous system, or profound rest.
We will only be holding 3 private, 45 minute sessions beginning at 2 pm. Contact the studio to reserve your spot today! 570-242-2877, then head here to pay: https://peaceful-yoga-with-jen.square.site/
108 Sun Salutation Challenge
Class on June 21st @ 9am
$20
In the past, some of you may recall they we have held a special event called 108 Sun Salutations. This was always held at an equinox or a solstice, to welcome in the new season. There was always interest, but then a lot of "there is no way I can do 108 sun salutations." Last year, I came up with a plan, at Guy's suggestion, to help you to be able to do 108 sun salutations. We based it off of my Strength and Balance class on the 1st Tuesday of every month. There, I pick a balance pose and then create a class with a combination of strengthening exercises and yoga targeting the specific muscles used in the balance pose. So, for this challenge, I have done the same. But instead of it being one class, the challenge will help you to build strength and flexibility over the course of the month. Then, on the last day, June 21st, the summer solstice, we will gather at the studio and do our 108 Sun Salutations together.
I have created an exercise routine, that you should begin on Monday, May 25th in which you can use weights or just go through the motions. There are two options. 1. A longer version in which Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays are one set of exercises. Tuesdays and Thursdays are a different set. All target the various poses of a Surya Namaskar A or Sun Salutation A. Then on Saturdays, you just do Sun Salutations. 2. Is a shorter/easier option. The work outs should take anywhere from 15 minutes to 45 minutes depending on the beginning of the challenge and the end. As well as how long you warm up and stretch when you are finished, which I highly encourage you to do!
I have broken down the exercises starting with very few reps, and then increasing them with each day. If you are joining, I will send you the spreadsheet of the challenge. I have also created a video describing the exercises. There is a long version here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mPiVhl9yTzbwOkAzs6jhPdEmXoWhJVQU/view?usp=sharing
And here is a shorter, quick reference: https://youtu.be/_e-TKcOu7BE
Then on June 21st at 9 am, you can join Lindsay at the studio or on Zoom and we will do the 108 together or at your own pace.
I hope you can join us for this challenge. I think it will be fun, not to mention, you may surprise yourself with what you can accomplish! And if you don't want to do the challenge and just the 108 Sun Salutations, please feel free just to come to the class! If interested, just reach out and we will begin this challenge together! Cost is $20
No additional events are scheduled at this time but please keep checking back!
Namaste