In yoga, we speak of Sangha, a gathering of people who walk a shared path, who choose again and again to practice in a way that uplifts not only themselves but the collective whole. A Sangha is not defined by walls or geography; it’s defined by the steady presence of individuals who show up with curiosity, courage, tenderness, and a willingness to grow.
For students who have attended at least one of our Osteoporosis and Yoga workshops, we’re excited to offer a unique 7-session experiential workshop that blend Yin/Yang poses and movements designed to target specific fascial lines in the body.
In many ways, interoception is the bridge between our body and our mind. It allows us to notice sensations that signal our emotional states, physiological needs, and overall wellbeing. When our interoceptive awareness is well-developed, we’re more attuned to what our body is telling us, which can guide us toward healthier choices, emotional regulation, and even pain reduction.
Summer is a season of expansion - longer days, warmer nights, and a chance to open ourselves to the full and abundant energy. Summer invites us to embrace the vibrant qualities of the season: growth, activity, and celebration. Yet with all this outward energy, it’s easy to get caught in the busyness of “doing” and forget the value of “being.”
Imagine practicing yoga surrounded by the delicate beauty of spring—wildflowers nodding gently in the breeze, the scent of fresh herbs and tea leaves in the air. This is the magic of the Tea House, where nature and mindfulness intertwine to create a space for deep connection. We invite you to embrace the season’s rising energy in our April yoga series.
This 60 minute class combines chanting the Bija Mantra (Sounds of the Chakras) followed by a Chakra Meditation, ending with savasana.
The goals of this call is for you to become:
less attached to your thoughts,
less attached to who you think you are (decreasing comparing and competing),
more insightful into your problems and more compassionate toward the problems of others,
more patient.
Needing more calm? Monthly Therapeutic YIN YOGA with LIVE MUSIC: February 21st
Health benefits of live music and yin yoga include a mood boost, reduced stress, improved memory and thought processes, and reduced pain. Increase the health benefits by combining yin yoga taught by SAM Sather and live music with Courtney Long!
Dogwood Studio Welcomes Leesann Shefa, BA, eRYT!
Introducing Dogwood Studio’s newest team member, Leesann Shefa! Leesann has been interested in the healing potential of the mind-body connection since she was very young. In her undergraduate studies at Sonoma State University, she obtained a dual major in Dance and Theatre, graduating with Honors. She also attended the acclaimed Naropa Institute, in Boulder, Colorado, where she studied Dance Therapy and Meditative Movement.
New Workshop February 16, 2020!! Yoga for Balance: Reducing Risk and Fear of Falling.
Our balance naturally changes as we age. This is often associated with an increased risk of falling. Balance training helps reduce the risk and fear of falling. Improving balance is a complex multidimensional task. Good news- one of the many benefits of practicing yoga is experiencing an improvement in balance! Workshop participants will leave with an understanding of:
When: Sunday, February 2nd
Time: 12:30pm to 5:00pm
Cost: $55
Register: To learn more or sign-up, click on the following link and go to the “ENROLLMENTS” tab: Dogwood Studio. Class size is limited to provide each student a therapeutic experience. So, register online to reserve your spot.
Yin Yoga can reduce stress levels, increase circulation, improve flexibility, and improve the health of your facia. Health benefits of live music are similar and include a mood boost, reduced stress, improved memory and thought processes, and reduced pain. Increase the health benefits by combining Yin Yoga taught by SAM Sather and live music with Courtney Long!
During the workshop, we integrate mind-body activities to increase awareness of habits that impact our health and provide techniques that can be applied in daily life to create opportunities to re-pattern our movements, mindsets, and support improved health.
Date: Sunday, January 19th
Time: 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM
9:00 AM to 12:30 PM Part 1: Skeletal Variation and Yoga
1:15 PM to 4:30 PM Part 2: Fascia & a Daily Practice to Benefit YOUR Health
"More than one-third of adults say low back pain has affected their ability to engage in tasks of daily living (39 percent), exercise (38 percent), and sleep (37 percent). When experiencing low back pain, nearly three in four (72 percent) Americans use pain medication as a way to relieve their symptoms."
Yin Yoga can reduce stress levels, increase circulation, improve flexibility, and improve the health of your facia. Health benefits of live music are similar and include a mood boost, reduced stress, improved memory and thought processes, and reduced pain. Increase the health benefits by combining Yin Yoga taught by SAM Sather and live music with Courtney Long!
