SPECIAL EVENTS &
​MONTHLY CLASS OPPORTUNITIES

YOGA NIDRA with Lynda
Thursday, September 21st
 6pm - 7pm
​​ALL STANDARD CLASS PASSES AND COMMUNITY SHARE JAR ACCEPTED FOR THIS CLASS.

September 21st Yoga Nidra

Practice led by Lynda Kees (she/her), RYT 500
​Yoga Nidra is a meditative yogic technique that facilitates deep physical, mental, and emotional relaxation. It is practiced in savasana (relaxation pose), wearing light, loose clothing, and lying comfortably in a "cocoon" or "nest" using blankets, pillow/bolster, eye pillow, neck support, whatever you need to feel completely comfortable. 
Lyning in shavasana (relaxation pose), you will remain aware of the instructor’s voice, moving the focus of your mind according to the instructions. Rotation of conscious awareness proceeds in a sequence beginning with a detailed full body scan, then through any of a wide variety of visualizations. In this practice, you are encouraged to remain relaxed, spontaneous, and at peace -- not striving for anything, allowing whatever experiences arise. Although Yoga Nidra is often referred to as “yogic sleep,” your body and mind are completely relaxed and your mind is alert.
We will begin this practice with a few minutes of gentle stretching to get the kinks out before we settle down for this powerful, peaceful practice. Please bring a comfortable blanket or throw, socks, and your mat if you usually bring one. We will provide yoga mats, additional blankets, eye pillows, neck pillows, and bolsters for those who want to use them.  Remember, you are creating a cozy nest for yourself to relax in for about 45 minutes.

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GROUP CRYSTAL & REIKI SESSION with Clarissa
Thursday, September 28th
6PM - 7:30PM
Limited to 8 People

GROUP CRYSTAL & REIKI:
REGISTRATION & TICKET: $25

​Session facilitated by Clarissa Boggess (she/her), PLYW owner/instructor, Reiki practitioner, HMACM
Session is $25 per person 
Transition to Autumn with a little energetic hygiene! Ever been curious about Reiki and/or energy work with crystals and stones? Now is your chance to experience what Clarissa refers to as an energy recalibration session.
A group session is a great way to see if this type of energy work is something you want to explore further with a one to one session later on. 
We will begin with a brief discussion about what is meant by "energy work", the subtle body, what Reiki is and how stones compliment and support this type of energy work. 
The focus of this group session will be on recalibrating the 7 major energy centers recognized in the 7 chakra system. Clarissa will be aligning participants to a crystal grid designed to support your transition into this more reflective time of year when we may be spending more time in community at events, or with friends and loved ones. Stones will be placed on and/or around the body while participants are in deep relaxation. Reiki is offered to the group and individually.
Yoga mats, blankets, and bolsters will be available for your use however please feel free to bring your own props from home. Dress comfortably. You may want to bring an eye pillow, sleep mask or scarf to limit external light. 
If you have your own stones that you would like to use for the session, please feel free to bring those. Session fee does not include stones however the stones Clarissa uses in your session will be available for purchase for additional cost.
Session is limited 8 people.

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SPINE CARE THROUGH YOGA with Nita
Thursday, October 5th
6PM - 7:15PM
ALL STANDARD CLASS PASSES & COMMUNITY SHARE JAR ACCEPTED FOR THIS CLASS

October 5th Spine Care Through Yoga

Class led by Nita Hestevold (she/her), RYT 200
​Spine Care Through Yoga will focus on spine health and functionality utilizing methods to support you through all stages of life. This will be a good class for those new to yoga and/or those who bring physical challenges with them to their practice. Each class starts with pranayama (breathing practices) and ends in savasana (relaxation). In between we will work through preparatory exercises that lead to more familiar asanas (yoga poses). Nita will focus on a different part of the body each class, explaining why this area is important to a well functioning spine. 
For further information, contact Nita directly at nhestevold@me.com or through the studio at paintedlotusyoga@gmail.com.

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RESTORATIVE YOGA with Marisa
Thursday, October 12th
​6pm - 7:15pm
60 - 75 Minute Class
​​ALL STANDARD CLASS PASSES AND COMMUNITY SHARE JAR ACCEPTED FOR THIS CLASS.

Register for October 12th Restorative Yoga

Class led by Marisa Giggie (she/her) RYT200.
​Join us for this practice of stillness and release. Restorative Yoga offers a passive yoga asana (poses) practice completely supported by props allowing the muscles to be in a state of near complete relaxation encouraging the mind to soften and surrender. Fewer postures are practiced with poses being held for 5-10 minutes each depending on the posture. Our class finishes in deep relaxation with mindfulness and guided meditation. 
Expect to remain on the floor in seated or reclined positions throughout. 
Class is 75 minutes long.
Note: This class is different from Monthly Restorative Respite and requires NO SPECIAL CLASS PASS to attend. All standard class passes are accepted for this class.

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SOUND BATH & MEDITATION with Clarissa
Friday, October 20th,
6pm-7pm

SOUND BATH & MEDITATION EVENT PASS: $10

Evening facilitated by Clarissa Boggess (she/her), owner/instructor
​Cost to attend: $10. Pre-register or Drop In. 
Join us the third Friday of every month for an evening of grounding, relaxation, and meditation utilizing the gong, singing bowls, and other sound/vibrational methods that have been shown to offer measurable health benefits, aiding in alleviating symptoms of anxiety and stress, promoting more restful sleep, support in lowering blood pressure, and pain relief. 
Expect to sit or lie in relaxation while the deep, earthy tones of the Chao gong and bright, soothing tones of singing bowls and bells wash over you. For stressed and overly-active minds, the tones from the gong give the mind something to anchor to as you learn to release into deeper states of relaxation.
Attendees are welcome and encouraged to bring their own yoga mat, pillows, blankets, or bolsters to pad their nest and support their comfort. The studio does have communal mats, blankets and bolsters available for public use at no additional cost. ​

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MONTHLY RESTORATIVE RESPITE with Clarissa
Sunday, November 5th
​​4pm-5:30pm
90 Minute Class 

MONTHLY RESTORATIVE RESPITE CLASS PASS: $20

Class is facilitated by Clarissa Boggess (she/her), ERYT500, YACEP, RCYT.
Join us for this practice of stillness and release. Our class begins by softening muscles and connective tissues that contribute to pain and tension with the slow, simple movements of Somatic Yoga. Next, we'll ease into the Restorative Yoga practice which offers a passive, meditative asana (poses) practice, completely supported by props, allowing your muscles to be in a state of near complete relaxation encouraging the mind to soften and surrender. Fewer postures are practiced with poses being held for 5-10 minutes each depending on the posture. Our class finishes in deep relaxation with a fusion of guided meditation, mindfulness, and yoga nidra (yogic sleep).
Expect to remain on the floor in seated or reclined positions throughout. Class is 90 minutes long.
​Class is $20. Community Share Jar passes can be used for this class!!
Access special Restorative Pass at link above.