The Light Within: A Found Poetry Experience with Lauren & CJ

(Found poetry is a literary technique that transforms existing, non-poetic texts — such as newspapers, magazine articles, letters, etc — into new poems by selecting, rearranging, and formatting the words).

Workshop details:

Date: Summer Solstice - Sunday, June 21

Time: 2:00 - 3:15 pm

The Light Within is a 75-minute seasonal creative workshop designed to intentionally mark the first day of summer. Held on the day/weekend of the summer solstice, this experience offers participants a grounded way to close out spring and welcome the energy of a new season through reflection and creative expression.

“The cycle of the Sun represents the cycle of our lives and reflects the natural flow of energy moving inward and outward. There are times to grow, times to pause, times to shed and times to learn. Just as we align with the Moon’s journey every month, we can align with the Sun’s journey throughout the year”.

Participants will engage in a found poetry and collage process, creating poetry by intuitively selecting words and phrases from a curated collection of clippings. This format removes the intimidation of writing from a blank page and makes the workshop accessible to all levels, including those who do not identify as writers or artists.The experience begins with a brief grounding and intention-setting practice to help participants arrive and connect to the seasonal theme. From there, they’ll be guided through selecting and assembling words into a poetic collage that reflects themes of growth, abundance, and light. Sharing is optional.

This workshop supports:

• Seasonal transition and intention-setting• Creative expression

• Mindful, hands-on engagement that supports nervous system regulation

• Community connection through a shared experience

All materials are provided. No prior writing or art experience is required.

Bring a yoga mat. 

$69; 10% off for SHYC members, no refunds available for workshops. 

All levels welcome. 

Mat rentals are $5.

No refunds available for workshops.

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Join us for gentle Yin Yoga, grounding breathwork, sound healing and Reiki energy healing with Michelle Chua.  No prior experience needed.  Bring your yoga mat and journal and be prepared for a relaxing, grounding and uplifting community practice.  Space is limited, so sign up early!

Reiki is a hands-on Japanese technique for deep relaxation that promotes your natural healing--physically, mental-emotionally, spiritually and energetically.  Michelle Chua is a registered yoga teacher who has been facilitating classes since 2010 and has earned her master practitioner degree in Usui Ryoho Reiki and her shoden and okuden degrees in traditional Japanese Jikiden Reiki.  She has completed her sound healing training with Mind, Body, Music Center in Austin, Texas and with Master Shree Krishna in Kathmandu, Nepal.  Michelle offers private Reiki sessions at Spiritual Heart Yoga Center.

Yoga mat rentals are $5.

$49; 10% off for SHYC members, no refunds available.

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SHYC SANGHA: Explore Ayurveda, The Sister Science of YogaWith Lauren

Join us for an engaging and transformative workshop exploring the fundamentals of Ayurveda with Lauren (Ayurvedic Counselor Certified).

In an intro to the 5,000-year-old, Vedic system of holistic healing known as the “Science of Life.”In this interactive session, you will:

• Learn the core principles of Ayurveda, including the five elements, the three doshas (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha), and how they shape your unique mind-body constitution.
• Understand the essential difference between Prakriti (your innate, unchanging natural blueprint) and Vikriti (your current state of balance or imbalance).
• Take a guided self-assessment to discover your dominant dosha(s) and gain personalized insights into your physical, mental, and emotional tendencies.
• Ginger Elixir from Taiwan will be served, an ancient Chinese medicinal blend, as we learn in conscious community!

Bring a notebook & a mug!

$35 per session. All levels welcome- come curious, leave inspired! Members get 10% off. 

No refunds available for workshops.

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Chaturanga Workshop: Building Strength, Alignment, and Confidence with Megan. 

Chaturanga Dandasana is one of the most frequently practiced — and often most challenging — postures in yoga flow classes. In this workshop, we will break down the mechanics of Chaturanga to better understand proper alignment, shoulder stability, core engagement, and safe transitions.

Through guided drills and posture modifications, learners will explore how to practice Chaturanga with greater ease and control. Variations and adaptations will be offered, making this workshop appropriate for beginners through experienced yogis looking to refine their technique.

Participants will leave with:

- A deeper understanding of Chaturanga alignment

- Modifications and progressions for their body and practice

- Greater confidence in vinyasa transitions

- Perfect for anyone wanting to strengthen their yoga foundation and move through vinyasa flows with more stability and awareness.

Yoga mat rentals are $5.

$49; 10% off for SHYC members, no refunds available.

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