Events, Workshops & Retreats

Creative and inspired offerings from the Church of Yoga Team to ignite your imagination and fire up your SPIRIT!

Oct20

11:30am - 12:30pm

ATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE: A BENEFIT CLASS FOR JAMO

Join us for a benefit to support Jamo’s trip back to New Orleans next summer as “Yogi in Residence” at the Church of Yoga! Help us send one of our rock star instructors off with lots of love and in anticipation of his return!

If you can not make class and would still like to support Jamos return you can sign into the class and make a donation.

All levels are welcome.

Snacks will be provided after class.

Jamo Mweu

Oct20

1:00 - 3:00pm

CBD & Restorative Yoga Workshop

Join us for a one of a kind Restorative Yoga experience where you have the opportunity to explore both topical and oral CBD. CBD is a non-phychoactive derivative of the marijuana plant that has amazing relaxing and healing properties such as pain relief along with the ability to reduce inflammation and anxiety. Come explore no realms of tranquility with Chelsey at The Church of Yoga.

Suggested Donation $25.00

Chelsey Backus

Oct22

7:30 - 8:30pm

Reiki + Restorative Yoga

Join us for a relaxing and rejuvenating night of Restorative Yoga & Reiki. The calming restorative practice you have come to love will be paired with the healing energy of Reiki. Reiki is a healing modality used to tune your energetic field and bring you back to center and beyond.

Suggested donation $15 – $25

All are welcome.

Chelsey + Gio

Oct27

7 - 8pm

Moon Circle: New Moon Edition

Join us for a fresh start at our bi weekly moon circles taking place during the new and full moon.

Inspired by ancient traditions and the power of ritual, moon circle facilitator, Gio Llontop, will guide a space to nurture our natural cycles.
Moon circles are a place to reclaim connection, spirituality, and love in a supportive environment.

Suggested Donation $15

Gio LLontop

Nov02

7:30 - 9:00p

Ecstatic Dance: Day of The Dead Edition

Join us this Day of the Dead – come boogie with The Church of Yoga and Ecstatic Dance NOLA as we honor our ancestors at this auspicious time of year. Ecstatic dance is an all ages free form movement based practice where we allow ourselves to be moved rather than being told how to move. Join us as we pay homage through movement to those who came before us.

This event is open to ALL.

$15 Entrance fee.

Brad & Taylor

Nov09 - 30

8 - 8:50am

Kettle Bell Series Workshop

Join Mark Berger for a 4 part kettle bell series. In this workshop you will learn proper form & technique during a 10 minute dynamic warmup, followed by 30-35 minutes of functional work with and without the kettle bell, then 5-10 minutes of cool down. Plus you can stay and sign up for our 9 am Open Flow class immediately after!

These classes are great for all levels and will help strengthen your entire body, especially your core. Please reach out to Mark at mark@varsityrunning.com with any specific questions or modifications.

Please bring a water and towel.

Sessions will be held every Saturday from November 9 – 30. Registration: $13 per class or $40 for 4 class series

Mark Berger

Nov09

7 - 10pm

Divine Cacao Ceremony

More than just the raw ingredient of chocolate, cacao has been cultivated as a food, currency, and medicine for over 3000 years. Dating back to the Ancient Mayans, this sacred plant opens the heart chakra and allows for deeper understanding and connection. Together we will delve deeper into the exploration of Yoga (“connection”) through an evening of live music, movement, and meditative/connective practices.

Suggested Donation: $10

Academy of Soul

Nov10

7:45 - 8:45pm

Second Sunday Book Club

Join us as we come together to discuss and dissect a selection of mindful literature every second Sunday of the month. There is nothing quite like the adventure of losing oneself in a book except having someone to share it with!

For our November meeting we’ll be discussing Modern Ayurveda by our very own Ali Cramer! From the “What’s Your Dosha?” quiz in the front lobby to a raffle chock full of awesome prizes, join us as we immerse ourselves in the sister science of yoga!

Light drinks + snacks will be provided.

This is a free event. All are welcome.

Jordan + Sissy

Nov10

1 - 3pm

Thai Yoga Massage Workshop

Join us for a partner massage workshop with Bryson. This workshop is based on Thai massage techniques and we will do a full massage appropriate for any skill level. Time will be split so both parters experience giving and receiving. No partner or experience needed to attend. Come get comfortable and learn the healing power of touch!

Suggested donation $15-$25

Bryson Lloyd

Nov12

6 - 7pm

Moon Circle: Full Moon Edition

Join us for moon circles taking place during the new and full moon.

Inspired by ancient traditions and the power of ritual, moon circle facilitator, Gio Llontop, will guide a space to nurture our natural cycles.

Moon circles are a place to reclaim connection, spirituality, and love in a supportive environment.

Suggested Donation $15

Gio LLontop