Upcoming Events

Trance Dance
Friday, February 20, 7–8:30 pm

Rahel Kühne

Offered the third Friday of each month, Trance Dance is a 40,000-year-old shamanic healing art, carried through time as a way to reconnect body, mind, and spirit. In modern lives, we often hold on to stress, emotions, and tension for far too long. What we don’t release gets stored in our tissues and cells—over time, the body grows heavy, even sick.

In Trance Dance, we use world music and a simple breathing rhythm to let go of control and allow the body to move by itself. When the body moves freely, healing happens naturally. Movements arise from within, guiding us into release, renewal, and flow. As the body unwinds, the mind begins its own journey. Emotions may surface, visions may appear, or you may simply feel the joy of movement. Whatever arises is welcome—it is part of your own unique dance.

Each journey is different: playful and light for some, deeply transformative for others. You remain aware of the room and the community around you, while traveling into your inner landscape. Many leave feeling lighter, more open, and alive.

No dance experience needed
Not recommended for those currently experiencing schizophrenia or psychosis.

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Resilience For Today—A Meditation and Breathwork Series

Saturdays, January 31–Feb 21, 4:30–5:30 pm

Shambu

With the chaos and anxiety of the world today it is more important than ever to find peace within ourselves. For millennia the practices of meditation and pranayama (yogic breathwork) have been used to stabilize and align the mind, body and soul. Over the course of 4 classes we will explore different meditation styles and breathing techniques that are proven to shift your thoughts, emotions and physical energy in a profound way. You will identify the practices that are best suited for you, your lifestyle and personality to achieve real results. You will leave this series with new tools that are always available to you at no cost to help you maintain a deeper sense of peace and calm despite the anxiety ridden outer environment. All abilities welcome!

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Monthly Gentle + Restorative
Sunday, Feb 22, 4–5:15 pm

Caleigh

Caleigh’s Gentle + Restorative class is the perfect way to nourish and restore the body, psyche and nervous system. A lovely complement to more active styles of yoga practice, the class is taught in a supportive environment and open to all levels, for anyone looking for a quiet practice. Props (bolsters, blankets, blocks) are used liberally to support the body. This nourishing support allows you to eliminate strain and open the body through passive stretching.

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Intro to Yoga, Spring Series
Mondays, March 2–30, 4:30–5:30 pm

Sharon

Never taken a yoga class and interested in trying?
Practiced for years but wondered how you should really be doing that downward dog?
And what about all that breathing anyway?

Join Sharon for a series that is designed to be accessible to most bodies and anyone who is yoga curious. All are welcome—newbies, experienced practitioners and everyone in between. Bring your own mat and clothes that are comfortable to move in. 

$105 if registered by Feb 23; $115 thereafter.

This class usually fills, so sign up soon!

Practicing yoga at Upper Valley Yoga feels like coming home to a warm and welcoming community."    

— Karen