Asheville Community Yoga

Happy Hips & Hamstrings w/ Jot Anant
2026-03-22 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Asheville Community Yoga, 8 Brookdale Rd, Asheville, North Carolina, 28804, United States
We’ll begin with an in-depth anatomical lecture to help you better understand the structure and function of your hips and hamstrings. Rather than offering a one-size-fits-all approach, this workshop invites you to appreciate your own unique skeletal shape, joint orientation, and muscular patterns. With this foundational knowledge, you’ll be empowered to adapt your practice in ways that truly serve your body.
Tightness in the hips and hamstrings often develops from everyday habits—running, sitting, walking, stress, or repetitive movement patterns. Over time, unconscious compensation and postural habits can create restriction, discomfort, or pain. By deepening your understanding of anatomy and common yoga alignment cues, you’ll begin to unravel tension and create sustainable, functional mobility.
A special highlight of this workshop is our partnered mobility exploration. You’ll team up to explore hip joint and hamstring mobility together, using guided techniques to better understand your own anatomical structure. Through observation, feedback, and supported movement, you’ll gain insight into how your bones move within the joint, where your natural boundaries lie, and how to work with—not against—your body.
Following the lecture and partner work, we’ll move into an integrated practice that weaves together Yang and Yin styles:

Yang flow to build heat, strength, and length, particularly along the back line of the body and around the full circumference of the hips.
Yin postures to gently target the joints and connective tissues, inviting deep release and restoration.

Props will be thoughtfully incorporated to ensure that every participant feels both supported and appropriately challenged.
Throughout the workshop, you’ll learn how to strengthen and stabilize these regions while cultivating greater mobility and ease. As we work toward a variety of peak postures, you’ll experience how balancing effort and surrender creates spaciousness, resilience, and freedom in the body.
Each participant will receive a detailed PDF handout filled with key insights and practical tools to continue exploring long after the workshop ends.
Are you ready to stretch, strengthen, and discover new possibilities within your body? We can’t wait to move, learn, and explore together.
Please note: this workshop is 3 hours long.
Cost: $45Financial Aid Available

For more information on Jot Anant, please visit her website at www.JotAnant.org, or see her teacher profile here. Jot Anant teaches weekly donation-based Vinyasa Flow Thursdays 9-10:30am, Warm Yin Fridays 6-7:15pm and Gentle Flow Saturdays 9-10am.
PLEASE NOTE: We encourage pre-registration for all programming. Registering in advance guarantees your spot and helps the studio have adequate staffing. If fewer than 5 participants register the event may be canceled.
Refund Policy: We understand that life happens and unforeseen circumstances come up. If life offers up an unexpected event and you need to withdraw from the workshop:

A full refund will be issued if you need to withdraw 4+ days before the workshop.
If you need to withdraw within 3 days or fewer, no refund is provided.

Please create a Mindbody account for each participant if registering more than 1 person. If you have any questions regarding registration, or financial aid, please email Kelsey at kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org
Late Policy: Doors will close at the workshop start time. We encourage you to arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop start time to ensure there is ample time to park, check in and settle in to your space. We do have a 10 minute grace period, and we encourage you to call the studio to let us know if you are running behind. If you are later than 10 minutes after the start of the workshop, there is a chance you will not be able to enter and no refund will be given.

Capacity: Please note: Some workshops will fill to capacity of 28 students.

Fanciful Flows (5-Week Drop-In Series) w/ Leaflin Winecoff
2026-04-02 18:30 - 2026-04-30 20:00
This special 90 minute class is designed for those craving a next level challenge with lots of play woven in!
Students can expect to experience: ~Creative sequencing ~Poetic prompts ~Fantastical yet very functional transitions ~Gentle encouragement towards super hero challenges ~Attention to subtleties of both physical and esoteric anatomy ~Pranayama woven throughout ~A supportive soundtrack ~Deep restorative savasana
This class will be akin to our Vinyasa flows at a Level 1 and 2. There is no pre-requisite required for this class, however, it will be expected that students feel confident making personal modifications as needed, to keep themselves safe and not infringe on the safety of others.
Join us any and every Thursday in April for 90 minutes of fun, fanciful flows that will take you to new places!
Sliding Scale $15-$25 per person per class. Please use the drop-down menu to select the price that best fits what you can pay.

For more information on Leaflin, please see her teacher profile here! Leaflin teaches weekly donation-based Gentle Flow on Wednesdays from 6:15-7:15pm.
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PLEASE NOTE: We encourage pre-registration for all programming. Registering in advance guarantees your spot and helps the studio have adequate staffing. If fewer than 5 participants register the event may be canceled.
Refund Policy: We understand that life happens and unforeseen circumstances come up. If life offers up an unexpected event and you need to withdraw from the workshop:

A full refund will be issued if you need to withdraw 4+ days before the workshop. Please reach out for your refund, as it will not be automatically applied to your account.
If you need to withdraw within 3 days or fewer, no refund is provided.

Please create a Mindbody account for each participant if registering more than 1 person. If you have any questions regarding registration, please email Kelsey at kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org

Late Policy: Doors will close at the workshop start time. We encourage you to arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop start time to ensure there is ample time to park, check in and settle in to your space. We do have a 10 minute grace period, and we encourage you to call the studio to let us know if you are running behind. If you are later than 10 minutes after the start of the workshop, there is a chance you will not be able to enter and no refund will be given.

Capacity: Please note: Some workshops will fill to capacity of 28 students.

Didgeridoo Meditation w/ Corey Costanzo
2026-04-04 10:15 - 12:15
The didgeridoo is the world’s oldest wind instrument. This deceptively simple hollow piece of wood produces a hauntingly rich sound laced with overtones and vibrations that facilitate a deep sense of relaxation and connection to one’s inner wisdom. Experience the ancient sound of the didgeridoo as you are guided along a journey of rhythm, breath, and soul.
This workshop will follow a similar structure to Corey’s weekly restorative yoga with didgeridoo class with added space for gentle pranayama and guided imagery to help enhance and deepen your relaxation journey. He will be playing multiple didgeridoos in different keys to flow through various meditative states. Join us for two hours to unwind and let the didgeridoo guide you to a deep place of relaxation and ease.

For more information on Corey, please see his teacher profile here! Corey teaches weekly donation-based Restorative Yoga w/ Didgeridoo Fridays 4-5:15pm.

Cost: $30 per personFinancial Aid Available- Please stop by the front desk, call, or email kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org.
PLEASE NOTE: We encourage pre-registration for all programming. Registering in advance guarantees your spot and helps the studio have adequate staffing. If fewer than 5 participants register the event may be canceled.
Refund Policy: We understand that life happens and unforeseen circumstances come up. If life offers up an unexpected event and you need to withdraw from the workshop:

A full refund will be issued if you need to withdraw 4+ days before the workshop. Please reach out for your refund, as it will not be automatically applied to your account.
If you need to withdraw within 3 days or fewer, no refund is provided.

Please create a Mindbody account for each participant if registering more than 1 person. If you have any questions regarding registration, please email Kelsey at kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org

Late Policy: Doors will close at the workshop start time. We encourage you to arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop start time to ensure there is ample time to park, check in and settle in to your space. We do have a 10 minute grace period, and we encourage you to call the studio to let us know if you are running behind. If you are later than 10 minutes after the start of the workshop, there is a chance you will not be able to enter and no refund will be given.

Capacity: Please note: Some workshops will fill to capacity of 28 students.

Yin Yoga Teacher Training w/ Kelly Gilmore
2026-04-10 16:00 - 20:00
Are you feeling the call to slow your practice down?Are you looking for a therapeutic style of yoga?Are you desiring greater mobility?Are you wanting to incorporate Yin into your Yoga classes but are seeking more training?
Yin Yoga has so much to offer in regards to healing and alignment on the physical, mental and energetic levels and has gained popularity in the past many years. While “Yang” Yoga styles (Ashtanga, Vinyasa and other “flow” styles) focus on muscles, “Yin” Yoga focuses on connective tissues, with deeper longer holds and more time spent in stillness.
This training will provide you with the knowledge and embodied experience to safely and skillfully guide your students or yourself through transformative Yin Yoga sequences and classes.
This 30 hour Yoga Teacher Training is geared towards those who already hold a 200 hour Yoga Teacher Training certificate and is worth 30 continuing education credits through Yoga Alliance. Although the training will be created with current yoga teachers in mind, the format and information will be accessible for anyone looking for a deeper understanding of Yin Yoga as a therapeutic technique.
To learn more, please visit the Yin Yoga Teacher Training website HERE!

Fairy Flow & Forest Homes w/ Katie Clear
2026-04-19 13:30 - 15:00
This workshop blends playful yoga, storytelling, and nature-based creativity for a magical and imaginative experience.

It will begin with a fairy-inspired yoga adventure where movement, breath, and imagination help them connect with the natural world. After which we will delve into fairy lore and myth. We will learn about fairies and their connection to the forest. We will decorate a fairy house using natural materials such as sticks, leaves, stones, moss, and other forest treasures. Each participant will take home their very own fairy house!
This workshop encourages creativity, problem solving, collaboration, and connection with nature while allowing children to express their ideas through design and play. This workshop is limited to 10 children to create an intimate space and sweet container together.
We’ll begin with introductions, and a short story to set the magical fairy theme. We’ll move into playful yoga incorporating storytelling, imaginative movement, and breathing exercises inspired by nature and fairies. We will learn all about Irish fairy legends!
After yoga, we’ll begin to explore natural materials while we outline a design for our fairy homes. Each student will design and decorate their fairy homes using gathered materials, with guidance and encouragement for creativity and problem solving.
At the end, children can share their creations, talk about their fairy homes, and reflect on their experience.
Participants can expect to:-Experience a playful, fairy-inspired yoga class -Movement, balance and breath in fun imaginative way -Connect with nature through learning about fairies and their connection to the forest Design a fairy house using natural materials -Develop creativity, problem-solving, and hands-on building skills -Build confidence through sharing ideas and creations -Leave with a magical fairy house creation -Have fun!
Please see this link for information on how to sign up your kiddo for this workshop!

For more information on Katie, please see her teacher profile here!
Cost: $30

Financial Aid Available- Please stop by the front desk or email Kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org

This workshop is limited to 10 children to create an intimate space and sweet container together.
PLEASE NOTE: We encourage pre-registration for all programming. Registering in advance guarantees your spot and helps the studio have adequate staffing. If fewer than 5 participants register the event may be canceled.
Refund Policy: We understand that life happens and unforeseen circumstances come up. If life offers up an unexpected event and you need to withdraw from the workshop:

A full refund will be issued if you need to withdraw 4+ days before the workshop. Please reach out for your refund, as it will not be automatically applied to your account.
If you need to withdraw within 3 days or fewer, no refund is provided.

Please create a Mindbody account for each participant if registering more than 1 person. If you have any questions regarding registration, please email Kelsey at kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org
Late Policy: Doors will close at the workshop start time. We encourage you to arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop start time to ensure there is ample time to park, check in and settle in to your space. We do have a 10 minute grace period, and we encourage you to call the studio to let us know if you are running behind. If you are later than 10 minutes after the start of the workshop, there is a chance you will not be able to enter and no refund will be given.

Capacity: Please note: Some workshops will fill to capacity of 28 students.

Kirtan w/ Mantra Mandala
2026-04-19 16:30 - 18:30
Doors open at 4:30pm, Kirtan is 5-6:30pm. Please arrive early for ample time to park and settle in.
What is kirtan?
Derived from a Sanskrit root meaning to call, recite, praise, or glorify, put simply, kirtan is the act of praising and glorifying some form of divinity. While such glorification can be expressed in a variety of ways, including through poetry, drama, dance, or any form of oral recitation, kirtan, in its most well-known form, is the call and response singing of a Sanskrit mantra. Tap into the spiritual energy of bhakti yoga, the yoga of love and devotion, as you sing your way to joy and peace.
Mantra Mandala:
Mantra Mandala is a kirtan band based in Asheville, NC. They weave melody, rhythm, and harmony to create an immersive sound that invites listeners into a journey of meditative bliss and devotion.
Mantra Mandala will feature Jeremy Staum (vocals, harmonium), Nina Kawar (vocals, percussion), & Mackenzie Wilkins (vocals, drums).
The band’s name, Mantra Mandala, represents the intention behind their music. Mantra and mandala are both meditation tools. Mantra is the repetition of sacred sounds. Mandala is a geometric design that represents the wholeness of the Self. The band’s music is like a mandala formed of mantras, transporting listeners into the state of connectedness that is yoga.
Doors open at 4:30pm, Kirtan is 5-6:30pm. Please arrive early for ample time to park and settle in.
Sliding Scale: $10-$30
Please use the drop down menu to pay what you can to support this local band!
No one turned away due to lack of funds.

PLEASE NOTE: We encourage pre-registration for all programming. Registering in advance guarantees your spot and helps the studio have adequate staffing. If fewer than 5 participants register the event may be canceled.
Refund Policy: We understand that life happens and unforeseen circumstances come up. If life offers up an unexpected event and you need to withdraw from the workshop:

A full refund will be issued if you need to withdraw 4+ days before the workshop. Please reach out for your refund, as it will not be automatically applied to your account.
If you need to withdraw within 3 days or fewer, no refund is provided.

Please create a Mindbody account for each participant if registering more than 1 person. If you have any questions regarding registration, please email Kelsey at kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org

Yogi Book Club: The Surrender Experiment: My Journey into Life's Perfection by Michael A. Singer
2026-04-24 17:30 - 19:30
Free Community Event!

Grab your book and save the date! Community Members are welcome to join even if they are unable to finish the book, as there is much value to be gained from discussion.
Please sign up in advance so we know to expect you!
*ACY does not provide copies of the book. Please consider checking out from your local library, or buying used. The audiobook is available as well.
From GoodReads.com:
Spirituality is meant to bring about harmony and peace. But the diversity of our philosophies, beliefs, concepts, and views about the soul often leads to confusion. To reconcile the noise that clouds spirituality, Michael Singer combines accounts of his own life journey to enlightenment—from his years as a hippie-loner to his success as a computer program engineer to his work in spiritual and humanitarian efforts—with lessons on how to put aside conflicting beliefs, let go of worries, and transform misdirected desires. Singer provides a road map to a new way of living not in the moment, but to exist in a state of perpetual happiness.

For more information on the book club facilitator Stephen, please see his teacher profile here! He teaches donation-based Warm Vinyasa Flow Mondays 7:30am-8:30am, Gentle Flow Mondays 12:15-1:15pm, and Warm Vinyasa Flow Tuesdays 4:15pm-5:15pm.
Please create a Mindbody account for each participant if registering more than 1 person. If you have any questions regarding registration, please email Kelsey at kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org

Late Policy: Doors will close at the workshop start time. We encourage you to arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop start time to ensure there is ample time to park, check in and settle in to your space. We do have a 10 minute grace period, and we encourage you to call the studio to let us know if you are running behind. If you are later than 10 minutes after the start of the workshop, there is a chance you will not be able to enter and no refund will be given.

Capacity: Please note: Some workshops will fill to capacity of 28 students.

Snuggle & Stretch Baby and Me Yoga w/ Jocilyn & Kelsey (4-Week Drop-in Series)
2026-05-06 10:45 - 2026-05-27 11:45
The journey into parenthood, whether for the first time or with multiple children, is an ever-evolving and never-ending adventure.
Please note: This is a 4-week class offering on Wednesdays from 10:45am-11:45am. You are welcome to join any or all of these classes, but they will be capped at 15 students & their children, to allow for ample integration. Please consider registering in advance, and if you cannot make it, please plan to cancel as soon as you know. There will not be a waitlist for this series, but if spaces are open day-of, parents are welcome to sign up last minute.
Click here to register for Wednesday, May 6th
Click here to register for Wednesday, May 13th
Click here to register for Wednesday, May 20th
Click here to register for Wednesday, May 27th
Classes are priced with a sliding scale of $10-$20. Please use the drop-down menu to pay what you can to support the teachers and our non-profit.
In order to cater to those experiencing the first year of this transition, we developed this course designed for new parents/caregivers seeking a safe and nurturing space to breathe, stretch and bond with their new bundle of joy. We wish to create an experience that will allow parents/caregivers to benefit from the physical, emotional and spiritual connection between themselves and their little ones.
One can anticipate light breathwork, gentle movements, restorative postures, baby massages, and more.
This class is for 0-12 month old babies or pre-walkers. Crawlers are welcome. If you have twins, please consider bringing an additional person with you, if possible.
Guardians, please bring your own blankets. Mats and blocks will be provided for this class. For sanitation purposes, bolsters can only be used if covered/protected by a blanket brought by parents/caregivers.
Opening circleCentering/Breathwork/ConnectionGentle YogaBaby Yoga/MassageClosing Song
PLEASE NOTE: We encourage pre-registration for all programming. Registering in advance guarantees your spot and helps the studio have adequate staffing.
Refund Policy: We understand that life happens and unforeseen circumstances come up. If life offers up an unexpected event and you need to withdraw from the class:

A full refund will be issued if you need to withdraw 48 hours before the class. Please reach out for your refund, as it will not be automatically applied to your account.

If you need to withdraw after the 48 hour window, no refund is provided.

Please create a Mindbody account for each participant if registering more than 1 person. If you have any questions regarding registration, please email Kelsey at kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org
Late Policy: Doors will close at the workshop start time. We encourage you to arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop start time to ensure there is ample time to park, check in and settle in to your space. We do have a 10 minute grace period, and we encourage you to call the studio to let us know if you are running behind. If you are later than 10 minutes after the start of the workshop, there is a chance you will not be able to enter and no refund will be given.

Capacity: Please note: Some workshops will fill to capacity of 28 students.

Yoga for Full-Body Strength w/ Andrew Greene
2026-05-07 18:30 - 20:00
Everyone knows that yoga is an incredible practice for building flexibility, but this speciality class will go deeper into how to build balanced and healthy strength in your yoga practice.

While flexibility work gives your joints much-needed range of motion, strength is the foundation for moving safely and efficiently within that range of motion. It also well-known that training against resistance strengthens your bones and connective tissues, helping with healthy aging.

This class will help you build strength in common poses, as well incorporate dynamic movements to work commonly neglected muscle groups. Expect to have gotten a well-rounded workout, as well as an education that you can carry forward with you.

*Andrew has been working as a performance and rehab-based personal trainer for almost 10 years, and has found that the best recipe for health is to focus on both strength and flexibility.*

Progressions and regressions for each exercise or pose will be offered so that all levels can participate.

For more information on Andrew, please see his teacher profile here! Andrew teaches weekly donation-based Warm Vinyasa Flow Mondays 4:15pm-5:15pm and Gentle Flow Thursdays 9:30am-10:30am.

Cost: $15-$25 Sliding Scale- Please use the drop-down menu to select the payment that best fits your budget. The majority of your payment goes directly to the teacher.

PLEASE NOTE: We encourage pre-registration for all programming. Registering in advance guarantees your spot and helps the studio have adequate staffing. If fewer than 5 participants register the event may be canceled.
Refund Policy: We understand that life happens and unforeseen circumstances come up. If life offers up an unexpected event and you need to withdraw from the workshop:

A full refund will be issued if you need to withdraw 4+ days before the workshop. Please reach out for your refund, as it will not be automatically applied to your account.
If you need to withdraw within 3 days or fewer, no refund is provided.

Please create a Mindbody account for each participant if registering more than 1 person. If you have any questions regarding registration, please email Kelsey at kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org

Late Policy: Doors will close at the workshop start time. We encourage you to arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop start time to ensure there is ample time to park, check in and settle in to your space. We do have a 10 minute grace period, and we encourage you to call the studio to let us know if you are running behind. If you are later than 10 minutes after the start of the workshop, there is a chance you will not be able to enter and no refund will be given.

Capacity: Please note: Some workshops will fill to capacity of 28 students.

Human Mandala Yoga: Creating Group Sacred Geometry w/ Pashupa Goodwin
2026-05-09 10:00 - 12:30
Human Mandala Yoga is a transformative group yoga experience where participants create stunning geometric formations with fellow yogis, interlocking your bodies into intricate mandala patterns that radiate symmetry and beauty.
Have you ever seen or experienced partner yoga? Human Mandala Yoga offers many of the same benefits:

Community and connection – the interdependence of the poses creates a shared experience, which is both fun and therapeutic.
Trust and communication – participants learn to coordinate and support each other
Playfulness – it is a joyful practice that often produces laughter, surprise, and lots of opportunity for heart openings.

The Human Mandala Yoga Workshop contains two components:

The 2.5 hour workshop at ACY will begin with partner and small group flows, and then we will learn choreography for a large group flow that will include everyone!
Then, we will relocate 3 minutes down the road to Lake View Park to practice the sequence in the wild. We will record the sequence with professional drone videography and photographs, which will be shared with all of the participants. (if the weather doesn’t cooperate, we will choose a rain date).

This isn’t just about striking poses; it’s about cultivating trust, synchronicity, and community. Each formation requires participants to support and connect with one another, creating interdependent shapes that mirror the sacred geometry found in traditional mandalas. The practice becomes a meditation on unity, balance, and our interconnection with each other and the earth beneath us.
By the end of this workshop, you’ll have mastered a complete mandala sequence and experienced creating it in nature – setting the foundation for an ongoing community practice in beautiful outdoor settings. You will be invited to join our email list, and we will plan more outdoor mandala meet-ups all summer long!
What to bring to outdoor session:

Yoga mat
Water, sunscreen, comfortable fitted clothing (bonus points for wearing ACY shirts!)
Sense of adventure and playfulness!

What You’ll Take Home:

A complete mandala sequence you can practice anywhere
Professional drone footage and photos of your outdoor session
Connection to an ongoing summer community for future outdoor mandalas
New partner yoga and group synchronization skills
Beautiful shareable content and memories

For more information on Pashupa, please see his teacher profile here. He teaches weekly donation-based Vinyasa Flow on Mondays 6pm-7pm.
Cost: $35
Financial Aid Available- Please stop by the front desk, call, or email kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org.

PLEASE NOTE: We encourage pre-registration for all programming. Registering in advance guarantees your spot and helps the studio have adequate staffing. If fewer than 5 participants register the event may be canceled.
Refund Policy: We understand that life happens and unforeseen circumstances come up. If life offers up an unexpected event and you need to withdraw from the workshop:

A full refund will be issued if you need to withdraw 4+ days before the workshop. Please reach out for your refund, as it will not be automatically applied to your account.
If you need to withdraw within 3 days or fewer, no refund is provided.

Please create a Mindbody account for each participant if registering more than 1 person. If you have any questions regarding registration, please email Kelsey at kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org
Late Policy: Doors will close at the workshop start time. We encourage you to arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop start time to ensure there is ample time to park, check in and settle in to your space. We do have a 10 minute grace period, and we encourage you to call the studio to let us know if you are running behind. If you are later than 10 minutes after the start of the workshop, there is a chance you will not be able to enter and no refund will be given.

Capacity: Please note: Some workshops will fill to capacity of 28 students.

Reset Your Nervous System for Relaxation (In-Person & Virtual) w/ Jot Anant
2026-05-17 09:00 - 12:00
Workshop: Resetting the Nervous System – A Holistic Approach to Ease and Relaxation
In today’s fast-paced world, the human nervous system often struggles to keep up with the rapid pace of societal and technological changes. It’s important to recognize that while the world around us is evolving quickly, our nervous systems simply cannot evolve at the same rate. This workshop is designed to help you slow down, reconnect, and find balance, especially in moments of stress and overwhelm.
Throughout this experiential workshop, we will take a deep dive into several holistic practices to support the nervous system and bring you back into a state of calm. We will explore:

The Nervous System: Understanding how it works and how we can support it through mindful practices.
The Pancha Kosha Theory: A traditional model describing the five layers of our being – from the physical body to the innermost essence.
Pranayama (Breathing Techniques): Simple, yet profound breathing practices that regulate the nervous system and promote relaxation.
The Vayus (Wind Energies): The five energetic forces that govern movement in the body and mind, helping to restore balance and harmony.
Yin Yoga: A gentle, restorative practice that targets the connective tissues, allowing for deep release and relaxation.
Meditation: Mindfulness and concentration practices that quiet the mind and center the self.
Yoga Nidra: A guided, deep relaxation technique that promotes profound rest and rejuvenation.
Sound Healing: The use of sound vibrations to soothe the nervous system and promote healing at a cellular level.

Through these combined practices, we’ll explore ways to reset the nervous system and return to a place of ease, clarity, and relaxation. My hope is that, by the end of this workshop, you will leave with a toolkit of accessible techniques to use in your everyday life. These tools will empower you to more effectively tune into your current state of being and understand what you truly need, while extending more grace and compassion to yourself during moments of challenge and upset.
Join us for this integrative experience and gain the knowledge and practices to restore balance, reconnect with your true self, and move through life with greater ease and resilience.

Cost: $45

Financial Aid Available- Please visit the front desk, or email Kelsey@AshevilleCommunityYoga.org

​Click Here to Register for In-Person Attendance
Click Here to Register for Virtual Attendance

For more information on Jot Anant, please visit her website at www.JotAnant.org, or see her teacher profile here. Jot Anant teaches weekly donation-based Vinyasa Flow Thursdays 9-10:30am, Warm Yin Fridays 6-7:15pm and Gentle Flow Saturdays 9-10am.
PLEASE NOTE: We encourage pre-registration for all programming. Registering in advance guarantees your spot and helps the studio have adequate staffing. If fewer than 5 participants register the event may be canceled.
Refund Policy: We understand that life happens and unforeseen circumstances come up. If life offers up an unexpected event and you need to withdraw from the workshop:

A full refund will be issued if you need to withdraw 4+ days before the workshop.
If you need to withdraw within 3 days or fewer, no refund is provided.

Please create a Mindbody account for each participant if registering more than 1 person. If you have any questions regarding registration, or financial aid, please email Kelsey at kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org
Late Policy: Doors will close at the workshop start time. We encourage you to arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop start time to ensure there is ample time to park, check in and settle in to your space. We do have a 10 minute grace period, and we encourage you to call the studio to let us know if you are running behind. If you are later than 10 minutes after the start of the workshop, there is a chance you will not be able to enter and no refund will be given.

Capacity: Please note: Some workshops will fill to capacity of 28 students.

Dementia Caregiver Support w/ Diane Saccone
2026-05-28 18:30 - 20:00
CREATING A CULTURE OF INCLUSION:
Caring for loved ones living with Dementia
Dementia is an umbrella term for various progressive neurological conditions causing severe cognitive decline, to include memory loss, difficulty remembering familiar tasks, and behavioral changes, impacting daily life. Over 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s. By 2050, this number is projected to rise to nearly 14 million. 1 in 9 people age 65 and older has Alzheimer’s.
Health and long-term care costs for people living with dementia are projected to reach $384 billion in 2025 and nearly $1 trillion with over 12 million Americans providing unpaid care for people with Alzheimer’s or other dementias. In 2024, unpaid caregivers provided an estimated more than 19 billion hours of care valued at more than $413 billion.
The dilemma of caregiving for parents with dementia involves immense emotional, physical, and ethical challenges, balancing the parent’s dwindling autonomy with safety, managing behavioral issues like wandering or repetitive questions, and the caregiver’s own well-being, often leading to isolation, burnout, and health problems, while navigating complex decisions about care levels and financial burdens. It’s a constant struggle to provide care while preserving dignity, deciding when to intervene versus honoring wishes, and finding support amidst overwhelming stress and a changing family dynamic.
In this workshop, we will go over identifying the signs of Dementia and when and how to intervene. We will also discuss the process of becoming a caregiver, key dilemmas and challenges.
Coping & Solutions Information will be provided on how to seek support, find respite care, and learn easy ways on how to make time for your own health to avoid burnout. Information will be provided to understand the disease to better manage behaviors and expectations of your loved ones.
We will learn how to raise awareness of dementia so that our community develops respect and inclusion for people living with dementia.
A workbook will be provided to include local resources and services that will help you work through this journey.
A gentle yoga practice will round out the workshop to help tend to your nervous system and provide simple tools to help you cope with managing stress that accompanies your role as a caregiver.
Cost: $25 Financial Aid Available

Click Here to Register

PLEASE NOTE: We encourage pre-registration for all programming. Registering in advance guarantees your spot and helps the studio have adequate staffing. If fewer than 5 participants register the event may be canceled.
Refund Policy: We understand that life happens and unforeseen circumstances come up. If life offers up an unexpected event and you need to withdraw from the workshop:

A full refund will be issued if you need to withdraw 4+ days before the workshop. Please reach out for your refund, as it will not be automatically applied to your account.

If you need to withdraw within 3 days or fewer, no refund is provided.

Please create a Mindbody account for each participant if registering more than 1 person. If you have any questions regarding registration, please email Kelsey at kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org
Late Policy: Doors will close at the workshop start time. We encourage you to arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop start time to ensure there is ample time to park, check in and settle in to your space. We do have a 10 minute grace period, and we encourage you to call the studio to let us know if you are running behind. If you are later than 10 minutes after the start of the workshop, there is a chance you will not be able to enter and no refund will be given.

Capacity: Please note: Some workshops will fill to capacity of 28 students.

Astrology for Inner Alchemy: Personal Integration through the Planets & Signs w/ Meredith Rosenbluth
2026-05-30 10:15 - 12:15
Astrology for Inner Alchemy:
Personal Integration through the Planets and Signs
In this two hour workshop, we will delve into our personal natal astrology charts through education, group discussion, journaling, and guided visualization as a vehicle for transformation.
You will leave with an understanding of your personal chart alongside awareness of how your chart reflects sticky or challenging aspects of your life. Using your chart as a portal, we will work with these challenging aspects in ways that invite new, compassionate openings and meaningful self-integration.
This workshop is suitable for complete astrology beginners as well as seasoned astrologers!
Astrology is an ancient science that maps each of our unique celestial imprints, woven from a collection of archetypal energies.
In this workshop we will: • Learn the basics of how to read an astrology chart • Learn the meanings of each of the planets and signs • Discover the archetypal energies that are alive in your personal chart and how they show up for you, both in shadow and light • Be guided through a process of internal inquiry around personal challenges, wounds, or patterns in your life, investigating their correlations with your chart • Engage in practices to help shift your relationship to these personal challenges • Learn, grow, and connect in a dynamic and compassionate group container
Astrology is not prescriptive; it is a mirror, an invitation, a blueprint within which we all uniquely animate the opportunities and challenges it contains. Exploring your life through this framework is one of many paths to increased self-understanding, self-acceptance, and healing.
A testimonial from November 2025:
“Meredith shares information in a way that is easily digestible. In the past, I’ve found my natal chart to be unapproachable, but with Meredith’s guidance, I feel like I was given keys to unlock all of the doors to my personal chart.”
Meredith is devoted to cultivating attuned, grounded, vulnerable, and joyful spaces to foster meaningful connection and transformation. All of you is welcome, exactly as you are in any given moment, always. A somatic emotional health coach and astrologer, Meredith offers individual breathwork, coaching, and group programs through her private practice. You can learn more here.
For more information on Meredith, please see her teacher profile here! Meredith teaches a weekly donation-based Meditation on Wednesdays from 1:15pm-1:45pm.

NOTE FOR PARTICIPANTS: If possible, please pull your natal astrology chart in advance and bring a printed copy to the workshop. You can get your chart here.
Cost: $30Financial Aid Available- Please stop by the front desk, call, or email kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org.

PLEASE NOTE: We encourage pre-registration for all programming. Registering in advance guarantees your spot and helps the studio have adequate staffing. If fewer than 5 participants register the event may be canceled.
Refund Policy: We understand that life happens and unforeseen circumstances come up. If life offers up an unexpected event and you need to withdraw from the workshop:

A full refund will be issued if you need to withdraw 4+ days before the workshop. Please reach out for your refund, as it will not be automatically applied to your account.
If you need to withdraw within 3 days or fewer, no refund is provided.

Please create a Mindbody account for each participant if registering more than 1 person. If you have any questions regarding registration, please email Kelsey at kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org
Late Policy: Doors will close at the workshop start time. We encourage you to arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop start time to ensure there is ample time to park, check in and settle in to your space. We do have a 10 minute grace period, and we encourage you to call the studio to let us know if you are running behind. If you are later than 10 minutes after the start of the workshop, there is a chance you will not be able to enter and no refund will be given.

Capacity: Please note: Some workshops will fill to capacity of 28 students.

Full Moon Sound Bath w/ Timothy Burgin
2026-05-31 13:00 - 14:30
We will use the potency of a Blue Moon to clear away the old and drop deep into a state of dreamlike rest with simple movement, breathwork, meditation and a 60-minute immersive sound bath.
Let yourself surrender and be bathed by the soothing sound waves of singing bowls, gongs, rainsticks, tongue drums, chimes, and other instruments.
Sound baths promote deep release and relaxation, and entrain our brainwaves to shift into a dreamlike state. We will use the potency of the blue moon to release what no longer serves you and clear the energetic deck for the month ahead.
We’ll begin by shaking loose stagnant energy through a simple Kriya movements, followed by grounding Pranayama, and a short meditation to center our focus. Then we will transition into a calming 60-minute sound immersion.
Timothy teaches a donation-based weekly Vinyasa Flow on Sundays from 10:30am-11:30am. For more information on Timothy, please see his teacher profile here!
Cost: $25Financial Aid Available- Please stop by the front desk, call, or email kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org.

PLEASE NOTE: We encourage pre-registration for all programming. Registering in advance guarantees your spot and helps the studio have adequate staffing. If fewer than 5 participants register the event may be canceled.
Refund Policy: We understand that life happens and unforeseen circumstances come up. If life offers up an unexpected event and you need to withdraw from the workshop:

A full refund will be issued if you need to withdraw 4+ days before the workshop. Please reach out for your refund, as it will not be automatically applied to your account.
If you need to withdraw within 3 days or fewer, no refund is provided.

Please create a Mindbody account for each participant if registering more than 1 person. If you have any questions regarding registration, please email Kelsey at kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org
Late Policy: Doors will close at the workshop start time. We encourage you to arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop start time to ensure there is ample time to park, check in and settle in to your space. We do have a 10 minute grace period, and we encourage you to call the studio to let us know if you are running behind. If you are later than 10 minutes after the start of the workshop, there is a chance you will not be able to enter and no refund will be given.

Capacity: Please note: Some workshops will fill to capacity of 28 students.

6 Week Series for Bone Health (In-Person & Virtual) w/ Diane Saccone
2026-06-01 10:00 - 11:30
Please note: This date refers to the first of 6 sessions.This course will occur over 6 consecutive Mondays from June 1st through July 6th from 10:00 a.m.- 11:30 a.m. Should you need to miss a session, it will be recorded and accessible for 2 months.
Frailty Syndrome is a term used to describe a body-wide set of interconnected issues including musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, metabolic and immunologic systems. This group of symptoms is related to the decline of health as we age either as a result of habit, chronic disease or a combination of both. As we move less, muscular weakness and atrophy set in, which cascades to the nervous system, causing the nervous system not to fire as efficiently because of the lack of muscles to stimulate into action.
Poor habits, social isolation and lifestyle contribute to accelerated aging as well as stress and a negative attitude on life. This series will incorporate yoga techniques and strength training to combat common results of Frailty Syndrome, like Sarcopenia and Osteoporosis.
Sarcopenia- The loss of muscle mass, where the muscles that die and are replaced by fat, begins around the age of 30 along with loss of bone mineral density at the rate of 1% per year.
Osteoporosis-The risk of bone fracture- increases due to the increasing loss of bone mineral density as we move past the age of 30.
You will also learn how our sensory faculties work in concert to create efficient neuromuscular movement, sensorimotor integration, and musculoskeletal activation. We will examine how the brain integrates and processes information and input from the visual, sensory, and vestibular systems and how yoga and functional fitness can help us enhance neuromuscular integration to maintain stability and mobility throughout our lives.
Additional skills we will learn include:

The importance of proprioception, especially how the proprioceptively rich palms of the hands and soles of the feet play a key role in establishing better balance in both stillness and movement
Discussions around new research about proprioception that shows how it may help restore balance in cases of stroke, Parkinson’s, and other chronic conditions that affect walking
How to enhance proprioceptive awareness through asana practice
How to work with breath-based asana practice to progressively build better balance and stabilize your system from the core outward
The role of the foot in maintaining postural equilibrium as the foot moves from static placement to shifting balance in the activities of daily living, such as walking, stair climbing, and reaching
Simple steps you can take throughout the day to improve your balance

This course will be available through zoom recordings and digital for those who do not live closeby or may miss a class. Recordings will be available for 2 months after the program concludes.
Students will receive a workbook along with the course and this course qualifies for 20 CEUs with Yoga Alliance. CEU’s may also be available for Physical and Occupational Therapists. Email Diane at grdngrl54@gmail.com for more information regarding CE credits
Diane Saccone, MS MT (ASACP) ERYT 500 spent the majority of her career in the field of Clinical Laboratory medicine changing careers after her move with her husband to Western North Carolina in 2005. She also developed the active older adult program at the YMCA of Western North Carolina where she served as the Director of Healthy Aging Initiatives and traveled through the Y of the USA as a subject matter expert on aging; lecturing and teaching evidence based falls prevention programs across the country. For more information on Diane, please see her teacher profile here!
Cost: $100 for entire courseFinancial Aid Available
Click Here to Register for In-Person
Click Here to Register for Virtual

Participants must register for entire series, no drop-in attendance. If you miss a session, you will be able to access a video recording. Please reach out to Kelsey for that recording. Kelsey@AshevilleCommunityYoga.org

PLEASE NOTE: We encourage pre-registration for all programming. Registering in advance guarantees your spot and helps the studio have adequate staffing. If fewer than 5 participants register the event may be canceled.
Refund Policy: We understand that life happens and unforeseen circumstances come up. If life offers up an unexpected event and you need to withdraw from the workshop:

A full refund will be issued if you need to withdraw 4+ days before the workshop. Please reach out for your refund, as it will not be automatically applied to your account.

If you need to withdraw within 3 days or fewer, no refund is provided.

Please create a Mindbody account for each participant if registering more than 1 person. If you have any questions regarding registration, or financial aid, please email Kelsey@AshevilleCommunityYoga.org

Late Policy: Doors will close at the workshop start time. We encourage you to arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop start time to ensure there is ample time to park, check in and settle in to your space. We do have a 10 minute grace period, and we encourage you to call the studio to let us know if you are running behind. If you are later than 10 minutes after the start of the workshop, there is a chance you will not be able to enter and no refund will be given.

Capacity: Please note: Some workshops will fill to capacity of 28 students.

Partner Yoga & Thai Massage Series w/ Leaflin Winecoff
2026-06-04 18:30 - 20:00
Please note: This series is a 4 week long offering, meeting every Thursday in June. Price is per PAIR, only one part of the pair needs to register to secure your spot.
Did you know that you are a healer?
This four week series will help you to find out!
Partner yoga is a great way to connect with your asana practice in a new way, while deepening connection with a loved one.
Thai yoga massage (sometimes called “lazy person’s yoga”) is an ancient practice that can be described as a symbiotic healing dance, where the benefits of yoga are experienced by both the giver and the receiver. We use hands, feet, elbows, knees, rhythm and gravity to gently open the energetic channels of the body, restoring ease and flow. This practice is done fully clothed on a mat on the floor, and typically does not use oils.
We will be focusing on some simple and effective techniques that are accessible for most bodies to give and receive. Each session of the series will incorporate a brief partner yoga warm up and then focus on a different set of Thai Massage sequences: Seated, Supine, Side-lying and Prone.
Expect to learn: ~How Curiosity, Compassion, and Communication are at play in this art ~Intelligent body mechanics and safety protocols for giving and receiving ~The importance of shared breath ~Practical tools for helping your loved ones feel good in their bodies!
*This is NOT training to become a professional massage therapist, but to gain skills for personal use and well-being.
The basics of intelligent body mechanics, giving and receiving, and cultivation of loving kindness are paramount to to this practice, and will be cultivated throughout. This is not a training to become a professional bodyworker, but is meant to provide participants with useful tools to be shared with friends and loved ones. The hope is that you’ll leave feeling great in your own body, and inspired to help others feel great in theirs! *Please do come with a partner you feel comfortable practicing with.
Testimonial from a previous Partner Yoga & Thai Massage Workshop:
“Everything was so perfect! What a beautiful class offering to connect deeper with your partner. We’re looking forward to taking what we learned and using it in our daily life! Thank you for everything. It was truly special. We can’t wait to attend the next one!”
Please note: This workshop is limited to 10 pairs!
*Modifications and variations will be shared for every technique taught as there is no one-size-fits-all massage. Please arrive in good health and ability to communicate your body’s needs.
*You must be a Licensed Massage Therapist in the state of North Carolina to charge for bodywork. Please share this practice responsibly with those you trust.
For more information on Leaflin, please see her teacher profile here. She teaches weekly donation-based Gentle Flow on Wednesdays 6:15pm-7:15pm.

Cost: $200 per pairFinancial Aid Available- Please stop by the front desk, call, or email kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org.
PLEASE NOTE: We encourage pre-registration for all programming. Registering in advance guarantees your spot and helps the studio have adequate staffing. If fewer than 5 participants register the event may be canceled.
Refund Policy: We understand that life happens and unforeseen circumstances come up. If life offers up an unexpected event and you need to withdraw from the workshop:

A full refund will be issued if you need to withdraw 4+ days before the workshop. Please reach out for your refund, as it will not be automatically applied to your account.
If you need to withdraw within 3 days or fewer, no refund is provided.

Please create a Mindbody account for each participant if registering more than 1 person. If you have any questions regarding registration, please email Kelsey at kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org
Late Policy: Doors will close at the workshop start time. We encourage you to arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop start time to ensure there is ample time to park, check in and settle in to your space. We do have a 10 minute grace period, and we encourage you to call the studio to let us know if you are running behind. If you are later than 10 minutes after the start of the workshop, there is a chance you will not be able to enter and no refund will be given.

Capacity: Please note: Some workshops will fill to capacity of 28 students.

Volunteer Appreciation Potluck
2026-06-20 17:00 - 19:00
Join us for a heartwarming community gathering where we celebrate and appreciate all of our amazing volunteers!

This is a welcoming space for everyone: Whether you’ve volunteered, supported from afar, or are a community member who simply wants to connect and show all the volunteers of ACY some love.

Bring a dish to share and enjoy a variety of favorites while spending time with neighbors and friends. Let’s come together in gratitude, good food, and great company.
Please remember to bring your own plate or bowl, utensils, napkins, and cups.
Please sign-up here to let us know you’ll be coming, and to note what you hope to bring to share!
We can’t wait to see you there!

The Yoga of Sound w/ Mackenzie Alistar
2026-06-21 10:15 - 12:15
Please create a Mindbody account for each participant if registering more than 1 person. If you have any questions regarding registration, or financial aid, please email Kelsey at kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org

This workshop will explore various dimensions of Nada Yoga, the Yoga of sound.

As Irena Sterna puts it, “Nada Yoga, translated as “Unity through Sound,” is not just a practice but a journey into inner harmony, where sound serves as a bridge to spiritual consciousness.”

This soundbath and meditation will welcome the Summer Solstice in community, embracing the longest day of the year together.

We will begin with 10-15 minutes of gentle movement to help us arrive in our bodies. From here we will enter into a vibratory journey (sound bath) into the realms of tibetan bowls, crystal bowls, handpan, flutes, didgeridoo, harmonium, guitar, drum, chimes, bells, rattles, voice, and other sound healing instruments. This will flow into a more participatory soundsploration in which we will unite our voices in toning and mantra. We will have slow time at the end to process.

This is a great opportunity to rest, relax, come back to yourself, and meditate on the nature of the universe.

For more info on Mackenzie, please see his teacher profile here. He teaches donation-based Hot Vinyasa Flow weekly on Mondays 7:45-8:45pm.
Cost: $30
Financial Aid Available- Please stop by the front desk or email Kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org

PLEASE NOTE: We encourage pre-registration for all programming. Registering in advance guarantees your spot and helps the studio have adequate staffing. If fewer than 5 participants register the event may be canceled.
Refund Policy: We understand that life happens and unforeseen circumstances come up. If life offers up an unexpected event and you need to withdraw from the workshop:

A full refund will be issued if you need to withdraw 4+ days before the workshop. Please reach out for your refund, as it will not be automatically applied to your account.

If you need to withdraw within 3 days or fewer, no refund is provided.

Late Policy: Doors will close at the workshop start time. We encourage you to arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop start time to ensure there is ample time to park, check in and settle in to your space. We do have a 10 minute grace period, and we encourage you to call the studio to let us know if you are running behind. If you are later than 10 minutes after the start of the workshop, there is a chance you will not be able to enter and no refund will be given.

Capacity: Please note: Some workshops will fill to capacity of 28 students.

Yogi Book Club: The Yamas & Niyamas by Deborah Adele
2026-06-30 17:30 - 19:30
Free Community Event!

Will meet TWICE on this book! June 16th and June 30th.
Grab your book and save the dates! Community Members are welcome to join even if they are unable to finish the book, as there is much value to be gained from discussion.
Please sign up in advance so we know to expect you!
*ACY does not provide copies of the book. Please consider checking out from your local library, or buying used. The audiobook is available as well.
From GoodReads.com:
The first two limbs of the eight-fold path of yoga sutras—the basic text for classical yoga—are examined in this spiritual guide to the practice of yoga. Foundational to all yogic thought, they are considered to be the guidelines to the yoga way of living that free individuals to take ownership of their lives, direct them toward the fulfillment they seek, and gain the skills to choose attitude, thought, and action.
The first five guidelines are referred to as the yamas—a Sanskrit word that translates to “restraints”—and encompass nonviolence, truthfulness, not stealing, nonexcess, and nonpossessiveness. The last five are referred to as the niyamas, or observances—purity, contentment, self-discipline, self-study, and surrender. A self-study section at the end of each chapter may also be used by instructors for group discussion.

For more information on the book club facilitator Stephen, please see his teacher profile here! He teaches donation-based Hot Vinyasa Flow on Fridays 6:15-7:30pm, Yin & Restorative on Saturdays 1:30-2:30pm, Vinyasa Flow on Sundays 1:45-2:45pm.
Please create a Mindbody account for each participant if registering more than 1 person. If you have any questions regarding registration, please email Kelsey at kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org

Late Policy: Doors will close at the workshop start time. We encourage you to arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop start time to ensure there is ample time to park, check in and settle in to your space. We do have a 10 minute grace period, and we encourage you to call the studio to let us know if you are running behind. If you are later than 10 minutes after the start of the workshop, there is a chance you will not be able to enter and no refund will be given.

Capacity: Please note: Some workshops will fill to capacity of 28 students.

Everything in its Right Place: Radiohead Flow w/ Heather Irene Smith
2026-07-09 18:30 - 20:30
Please create a Mindbody account for each participant if registering more than 1 person. If you have any questions regarding registration, or financial aid, please email Kelsey at kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org
Step onto the mat for a deeply immersive, 2-hour Vinyasa masterclass sequenced entirely to the atmospheric, layered, and sonic landscapes of Radiohead.
This workshop bridges the gap between somatic movement and deep listening. Using the band’s iconic rhythms—from the driving baselines of In Rainbows to the hypnotic electronica of Kid A—we will explore a fluid, creative Vinyasa flow designed to drop you entirely into the present moment. This is an experiential journey where breath, beat, and body become one seamless meditation.
We’ll start with grounding & attuning, then move into chanting & breathwork. The Fluid Flow (Vinyasa) will be 75 minutes of a continuous, creative, and rhythmic Vinyasa flow. The sequence builds in intensity alongside the music, peaking with powerful, expressive sequencing before gently winding down. We’ll conclude movement with a deep release in passive restorative postures, a long, immersive final rest and a brief closing meditation. Class will close with an opportunity for community connection: a dedicated window at the very end for students to ask questions, share their experiences, or chat about the playlist.
You can expect:
-A Unique Somatic Experience: Discover how complex musical rhythms can unlock new patterns of fluid movement and expression in your physical practice. -Deep State of Flow: Experience the powerful stress-relief of a 75-minute continuous, breath-to-movement Vinyasa flow. -Curated Playlist Access: Walk away with a digital link to the custom 2-hour Radiohead playlist so you can recreate the therapeutic, ambient experience at home.

For more information on Heather Irene, please see her teacher profile here! She teaches weekly donation-based Gentle flow on Mondays 6:15pm-7:15pm and Vinyasa Flow on Saturdays from 10:30-11:30am.

Cost: $30
Financial Aid Available- Please stop by the front desk or email Kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org

PLEASE NOTE: We encourage pre-registration for all programming. Registering in advance guarantees your spot and helps the studio have adequate staffing. If fewer than 5 participants register the event may be canceled.
Refund Policy: We understand that life happens and unforeseen circumstances come up. If life offers up an unexpected event and you need to withdraw from the workshop. A full refund will be issued if you need to withdraw 4+ days before the workshop. Please reach out for your refund, as it will not be automatically applied to your account. If you need to withdraw within 3 days or fewer, no refund is provided.

Late Policy: Doors will close at the workshop start time. We encourage you to arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop start time to ensure there is ample time to park, check in and settle in to your space. We do have a 10 minute grace period, and we encourage you to call the studio to let us know if you are running behind. If you are later than 10 minutes after the start of the workshop, there is a chance you will not be able to enter and no refund will be given.

Capacity: Please note: Some workshops will fill to capacity of 28 students.

Egyptian Energy Healing & Breathwork w/ Katrinna
2026-07-11 10:15 - 12:15
Please create a Mindbody account for each participant if registering more than 1 person. If you have any questions regarding registration, or financial aid, please email Kelsey at kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org

Join Katrinna for a deeply restorative Egyptian Energy Healing & Breathwork experience inspired by the ancient practice of Sekhem, a high-vibrational energy healing modality connected to ancient Egyptian spiritual traditions and the energetic symbolism of the sun.
Sekhem is an energy healing system similar to Reiki, where practitioners channel this life-force energy to balance the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual layers of the body. It brings in an ancient power and wisdom that comes from the source of the sun. This harmonization creates unique healing frequencies that often reported as being of a higher vibration than Reiki. It brings in an ancient power and wisdom that comes from source.

Through breathwork, visualization, and grounding, you can tap into something ancient and profoundly healing.

In ancient Egyptian teachings, the sun represented life force energy, illumination, vitality, and renewal. Drawing from these themes, this workshop is designed to create space for grounding, energetic movement, emotional release, and reconnection to self.

The experience will begin with a gentle introduction to the foundations and history of Sekhem, followed by guided breathwork practices intended to calm the nervous system, deepen awareness, and encourage energetic openness within the body. You’ll learn a brief introductory history of the Netaru (divine energies), Djedhi, and the energy of the Nile River, pyramids, and the legend behind this powerful knowledge. Participants will then be guided through an immersive meditation and group energy healing experience incorporating Egyptian-inspired visualization, intentional rest, and energetic alignment practices. The workshop will close with an energizing breath practice to help participants leave feeling more awake.

This offering is open to all levels, and modifications will be available throughout the experience to support accessibility and comfort for everyone attending.
Katrinna teaches donation-based Meditation on Thursdays from 10:45-11:15am. For more information on Katrinna, please see her teacher profile here!
Cost: $30

Financial Aid Available- Please stop by the front desk or email Kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org

PLEASE NOTE: We encourage pre-registration for all programming. Registering in advance guarantees your spot and helps the studio have adequate staffing. If fewer than 5 participants register the event may be canceled.
Refund Policy: We understand that life happens and unforeseen circumstances come up. If life offers up an unexpected event and you need to withdraw from the workshop:

A full refund will be issued if you need to withdraw 4+ days before the workshop. Please reach out for your refund, as it will not be automatically applied to your account.
If you need to withdraw within 3 days or fewer, no refund is provided

The Somatics of Conflict w/ Meredith Rosenbluth
2026-07-16 18:30 - 20:00
Please create a Mindbody account for each participant if registering more than 1 person. If you have any questions regarding registration, or financial aid, please email Kelsey at kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org

Please note: this is part of a 3-part series that focuses on healing through a Somatic Lens. Each workshop is individual, but participants are invited to join all 3 if they wish. Please see more about The Somatics of Trauma and The Somatics of Attachment for more.

Conflict is an inevitable part of the human experience—and for many of us, it feels overwhelming, threatening, or unsafe. We ache to be seen, heard, and connected, yet we avoid, shut down, or blow up in the face of relational strife.
Our responses to conflict live inside our bodies. So does our capacity for repair.
In this experiential workshop, we’ll explore conflict through a somatic lens, focusing on the nervous system as the key to both understanding our conflict patterns and growing our ability to skillfully repair.
This workshop includes education, self-inquiry, group discussion, and experiential somatic practice.

In this workshop, you will:
Understand the basics of the nervous system and why a somatic approach to conflict is essential
Reflect on your personal survival instincts, early patterning, and default responses to conflict
Learn practical somatic techniques for recognizing activation and working with different nervous system states (i.e., fight, flight, anxiety, shutdown)
Explore foundational principles of rupture and repair, including how to move toward reconnection
Ultimately, you will leave with practical tools, increased self-awareness, and a deeper understanding of how to support yourself through relational strife with greater presence, effectiveness, and care.

A testimonial from Meredith’s February 2026 workshop, The Somatics of Trauma: “Meredith really made this class so amazing. I did not know exactly what to expect going in, but the amount of information that was given was so digestible. Meredith presented it in a way that was easy to understand and apply to my own life. I really enjoyed that she presented agreements at the beginning of class that set the tone for listening and sharing so that everyone felt comfortable. I left the class feeling like I could move forward with a new confidence in myself and in my body.”

This workshop is facilitated by somatic emotional health coach and educator, Meredith Rosenbluth. Offering 1:1 coaching, breathwork, and group programs, Meredith is devoted to cultivating attuned, grounded, vulnerable, and joyful spaces to foster meaningful connection and personal transformation. All of you is welcome, exactly as you are in any given moment, always. You can learn more about Meredith’s private practice here.
For more information on Meredith, please see her teacher profile here! Meredith teaches a weekly donation-based Meditation on Wednesdays from 1:15pm-1:45pm.
Cost: $25Financial Aid Available- Please stop by the front desk, call, or email kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org.

PLEASE NOTE: We encourage pre-registration for all programming. Registering in advance guarantees your spot and helps the studio have adequate staffing. If fewer than 5 participants register the event may be canceled.
Refund Policy: We understand that life happens and unforeseen circumstances come up. If life offers up an unexpected event and you need to withdraw from the workshop:

A full refund will be issued if you need to withdraw 4+ days before the workshop. Please reach out for your refund, as it will not be automatically applied to your account.
If you need to withdraw within 3 days or fewer, no refund is provided.

Late Policy: Doors will close at the workshop start time. We encourage you to arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop start time to ensure there is ample time to park, check in and settle in to your space. We do have a 10 minute grace period, and we encourage you to call the studio to let us know if you are running behind. If you are later than 10 minutes after the start of the workshop, there is a chance you will not be able to enter and no refund will be given.

Capacity: Please note: Some workshops will fill to capacity of 28 students.

6 Week Balance Series for Falls Prevention (In-Person & Virtual) w/ Diane Saccone
2026-07-23 18:30 - 20:00
Please create a Mindbody account for each participant if registering more than 1 person. If you have any questions regarding registration, or financial aid, please email Kelsey at kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org

Please note: This date refers to the first of 6 sessions.This course will occur over 6 consecutive Thursdays from July 23rd through August 27th from 6:30-8pm.
Falls are the #1 cause of unintentional death in adults 65 and above and a leading cause of death for adults living with chronic conditions such as heart disease.
This 6 week series works to:
Improve balanceBuild muscle strengthDeepen Flexibility and mobility
Which all lead to enhancing overall physical health, which leads to better functioning in daily activities. Participation in the program may also result in better mental health, reduced stress, improved memory and cognition, and increased self-esteem.

This program is based on 8 forms of Tai Chi that were adapted to focus on falls prevention. There will be no time spent on the floor; all the exercises will be either sitting or standing. In each class, there will be seated warm ups and cool downs that focus on building lower and upper body strength. We will focus on how sleep, nutrition, stress, shoes and a sedentary lifestyle contribute to increased falls risk.
With over 100 people through our program in the last 18 months we have seen a 91% decrease in falls risk.

The program was founded by the US Administration for Community Living, The Robert Woods Johnson Foundation and Centers for Disease and Control Prevention.

The program is taught in a safe and supported group setting which will provide participants the opportunity to feel engaged while having fun and making new friends.

20 YACEP CEU’s available to Yoga Instructors through this course. Email Diane at grdngrl54@gmail.com for more information regarding CE credits
Diane Saccone, MS MT (ASACP) ERYT 500 spent the majority of her career in the field of Clinical Laboratory medicine changing careers after her move with her husband to Western North Carolina in 2005. She also developed the active older adult program at the YMCA of Western North Carolina where she served as the Director of Healthy Aging Initiatives and traveled through the Y of the USA as a subject matter expert on aging; lecturing and teaching evidence based falls prevention programs across the country. For more information on Diane, please see her teacher profile here!
Cost: $100 for entire course
Click Here to Register for In-Person
Click Here to Register for Virtual
Please note! Online registration for this series will close 48 hours before the start date. If you wish to register for this offering after that window, please call the studio at 828-255-5575.
Participants must register for entire series, no drop-in attendance. If you miss a session, you will be able to access a video recording. Please reach out to Kelsey for that recording. Kelsey@AshevilleCommunityYoga.org
Financial Aid Available

PLEASE NOTE: We encourage pre-registration for all programming. Registering in advance guarantees your spot and helps the studio have adequate staffing. If fewer than 5 participants register the event may be canceled.
Refund Policy: We understand that life happens and unforeseen circumstances come up. If life offers up an unexpected event and you need to withdraw from the workshop:

A full refund will be issued if you need to withdraw 4+ days before the workshop. Please reach out for your refund, as it will not be automatically applied to your account.

If you need to withdraw within 3 days or fewer, no refund is provided.

Late Policy: Doors will close at the workshop start time. We encourage you to arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop start time to ensure there is ample time to park, check in and settle in to your space. We do have a 10 minute grace period, and we encourage you to call the studio to let us know if you are running behind. If you are later than 10 minutes after the start of the workshop, there is a chance you will not be able to enter and no refund will be given.

Capacity: Please note: Some workshops will fill to capacity of 28 students.

Simple Ayurveda for a Harmonious Life w/ Irmi Presutto
2026-07-26 12:00 - 15:00
Please create a Mindbody account for each participant if registering more than 1 person. If you have any questions regarding registration, or financial aid, please email Kelsey at kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org

Ayurveda, the ancient medicine of India, so beautifully describes the fundamental order and structure of nature. When we live with its rhythms, we starts to flow with the river instead of struggling against the current.
In this workshop the 5 elements, 3 doshas and 20 gunas will start to make sense to help us balance:

indigestion
heartburn
constipation
insomnia
stress/restlessness

In this workshop, you will:

Learn how to implement diet adjustments and use simple kitchen herbs and remedies for better digestion
Learn how to use teas and oils to sleep better
Experience an easy yoga sequence for fitness and energy, as well as breathing techniques and meditation in conjunction with Ayurvedic principles
Learn your individual Ayurvedic constitution (Vata, Pitta, Kapha)
Share your experience and ask questions

You will leave with a simple tool-set for a healthy diet according to your individual constitution that you’ll be able to gradually implement it into your daily life, according to your schedule and routines.

A little goes a long way – Small changes start big shifts!

No experience necessary! Come in comfortable workout/yoga clothes.
Irmi teaches a donation-based weekly Gentle Flow with Ayurvedic Principles on Tuesdays 5-6pm. For more information on Irmi, please see her teacher profile here!

Cost: $45Financial aid is always available- Please stop by the front desk, call, or email kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org.

PLEASE NOTE: We encourage pre-registration for all programming. Registering in advance guarantees your spot and helps the studio have adequate staffing. If fewer than 5 participants register the event may be canceled.
Refund Policy: We understand that life happens and unforeseen circumstances come up. If life offers up an unexpected event and you need to withdraw from the workshop:

A full refund will be issued if you need to withdraw 4+ days before the workshop. Please reach out for your refund, as it will not be automatically applied to your account.
If you need to withdraw within 3 days or fewer, no refund is provided.

Yogi Book Club: Bhagavad Gita
2026-07-28 17:30 - 19:30
Free Community Event!

Grab your book and save the dates! Community Members are welcome to join even if they are unable to finish the book, as there is much value to be gained from discussion. We will be reviewing this version of the text.
Please sign up in advance so we know to expect you!
*ACY does not provide copies of the book. Please consider checking out from your local library, or buying used. The audiobook is available as well.
From Good Reads:
This book doesn’t preach—it awakens. More than a sacred text, it becomes a mirror: a still moment amid the storm, a return to the self beneath all stories. A quiet reminder of the strength you’ve always had.
Whether you’ve struggled through ancient translations or never dared to open the Gita at all, this edition was made for now—for you.Alive with clarity, rich in emotion, and free from dogma, it speaks directly to the seeker in a modern soul.
Why This Gita Is Different💠 Not a rulebook. A revelation. It doesn’t preach—it walks beside you, like a trusted inner guide.💠 Poetic, not preachy. Each chapter begins with a modern epigraph and flows into immersive storytelling.💠 The Gita, reawakened. Timeless wisdom—now alive, clear, and real.💠 Spiritual, not religious. No dogma. No gurus. Just resonance.💠 Read it as a journey—or a remedy. Open it when you need clarity. Let it speak to the moment you’re in.
Inside You’ll ✅ 18 modern reimaginings of each original chapter✅ Deep Insight sections to transform—not just inform✅ Wisdom in Brief bullets to distill ancient power into daily clarity✅ Final Insight closings to leave your soul still, strong, and ready✅ A voice that speaks to seekers, creatives, and quiet warriors—not scholars✅ A format built to be returned to—again and again
🔍 This isn’t about understanding every verse. It’s about remembering what you’ve always known.

For more information on the book club facilitator Stephen, please see his teacher profile here! He teaches donation-based Warm Vinyasa Flow Mondays 7:30am-8:30am, Gentle Flow Mondays 12:15-1:15pm, and Warm Vinyasa Flow Tuesdays 4:15pm-5:15pm.
Please create a Mindbody account for each participant if registering more than 1 person. If you have any questions regarding registration, please email Kelsey at kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org

Late Policy: Doors will close at the workshop start time. We encourage you to arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop start time to ensure there is ample time to park, check in and settle in to your space. We do have a 10 minute grace period, and we encourage you to call the studio to let us know if you are running behind. If you are later than 10 minutes after the start of the workshop, there is a chance you will not be able to enter and no refund will be given.

Capacity: Please note: Some workshops will fill to capacity of 28 students.

Didgeridoo Journey: Presence is Love w/ Corey Costanzo
2026-08-02 10:15 - 12:15
Please create a Mindbody account for each participant if registering more than 1 person. If you have any questions regarding registration, please email Kelsey at kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org

There’s a particular kind of stillness that happens when sound moves through you rather than just around you. The didgeridoo does that in a way that’s hard to describe yet easy to feel.
The didgeridoo is the world’s oldest wind instrument. This deceptively simple hollow piece of wood produces a hauntingly rich sound laced with overtones and vibrations that facilitate a deep sense of relaxation and connection to one’s inner wisdom. Experience the ancient sound of the didgeridoo as you are guided along a journey of rhythm, breath, and soul.
You’ll spend most of the workshop lying in comfortable restorative poses, surrounded by bolsters and blankets, while the resonant sounds of the didgeridoo work their way through your body.
Before we begin, you’ll get simple guidance to help you drop in and receive the experience fully. Afterward, we’ll use a brief journaling prompt and small group sharing to help you make sense of what arose, and walk away with something useful for your own self care practice.
This is an invitation to turn toward yourself for a while with no agenda and nothing to fix. Just pure presence, which is its own form of love.
This workshop will follow a similar structure to Corey’s weekly restorative yoga with didgeridoo class with added space for gentle pranayama and guided imagery to help enhance and deepen your relaxation journey. He will be playing multiple didgeridoos in different keys to flow through various meditative states. Join us for two hours to unwind and let the didgeridoo guide you to a deep place of relaxation and ease.

For more information on Corey, please see his teacher profile here! Corey teaches weekly donation-based Restorative Yoga w/ Didgeridoo Fridays 4-5:15pm.

Cost: $30 per personFinancial Aid Available- Please stop by the front desk, call, or email kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org.
PLEASE NOTE: We encourage pre-registration for all programming. Registering in advance guarantees your spot and helps the studio have adequate staffing. If fewer than 5 participants register the event may be canceled.
Refund Policy: We understand that life happens and unforeseen circumstances come up. If life offers up an unexpected event and you need to withdraw from the workshop: A full refund will be issued if you need to withdraw 4+ days before the workshop. Please reach out for your refund, as it will not be automatically applied to your account. If you need to withdraw within 3 days or fewer, no refund is provided.
Late Policy: Doors will close at the workshop start time. We encourage you to arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop start time to ensure there is ample time to park, check in and settle in to your space. We do have a 10 minute grace period, and we encourage you to call the studio to let us know if you are running behind. If you are later than 10 minutes after the start of the workshop, there is a chance you will not be able to enter and no refund will be given.

Capacity: Please note: Some workshops will fill to capacity of 28 students.

The Somatics of Trauma w/ Meredith Rosenbluth
2026-08-08 10:00 - 13:00
Please create a Mindbody account for each participant if registering more than 1 person. If you have any questions regarding registration, or financial aid, please email Kelsey at kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org

Please note: this is part of a 3-part series that focuses on healing through a Somatic Lens. Each workshop is individual, but participants are invited to join all 3 if they wish. Please see more about The Somatics of Conflict and The Somatics of Attachment for more.

The Somatics of Trauma is a compassionate, educational, and experiential workshop designed to help you understand trauma through the lens of the body—both in impact and in healing. We’ll explore the ways our bodies are wired to protect us; what trauma is and why it can lock the protective instinct on overdrive; and how to somatically support ourselves in finding safety and ease, both during activation and as a baseline in our lives.
Through lecture, personal reflection, group discussion, and gentle movement practices, this workshop invites a deeper sense of self-understanding and provides practical tools to bolster nervous system regulation and resilience.
Through this workshop, you will:
✨ Learn about the functions and operations of the nervous system✨ Examine and understand trauma; its types and causes (PTSD vs. cPTSD); and why a somatic approach to healing from trauma is essential✨ Develop awareness of what your primary protective responses are; when they are rooted in the present vs. the past; and how to be with them rather than act from them✨ Learn simple movement practices to support self-regulation when triggered and expand your capacity in everyday life
✨ Be held in an attuned and compassionate container while navigating tender material
✨ Leave with a sense of empowerment, clarity, and a renewed connection to your body’s innate capacity for healing
As humans, we are wired for connection; healing happens interpersonally. This workshop is an invitation to settle, to learn, to be curious, to feel, to move, to connect, to reflect, to integrate, and to be.

A testimonial from Meredith’s February 2026 workshop, The Somatics of Trauma: “Meredith really made this class so amazing. I did not know exactly what to expect going in, but the amount of information that was given was so digestible. Meredith presented it in a way that was easy to understand and apply to my own life. I really enjoyed that she presented agreements at the beginning of class that set the tone for listening and sharing so that everyone felt comfortable. I left the class feeling like I could move forward with a new confidence in myself and in my body.”

This workshop is facilitated by somatic emotional health coach and educator, Meredith Rosenbluth. Offering 1:1 coaching, breathwork, and group programs, Meredith is devoted to cultivating attuned, grounded, vulnerable, and joyful spaces to foster meaningful connection and personal transformation. All of you is welcome, exactly as you are in any given moment, always. You can learn more about Meredith’s private practice here.
For more information on Meredith, please see her teacher profile here! Meredith teaches a weekly donation-based Meditation on Wednesdays from 1:15pm-1:45pm.
Cost: $45Financial Aid Available- Please stop by the front desk, call, or email kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org.

PLEASE NOTE: We encourage pre-registration for all programming. Registering in advance guarantees your spot and helps the studio have adequate staffing. If fewer than 5 participants register the event may be canceled.
Refund Policy: We understand that life happens and unforeseen circumstances come up. If life offers up an unexpected event and you need to withdraw from the workshop:

A full refund will be issued if you need to withdraw 4+ days before the workshop. Please reach out for your refund, as it will not be automatically applied to your account.
If you need to withdraw within 3 days or fewer, no refund is provided.

Late Policy: Doors will close at the workshop start time. We encourage you to arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop start time to ensure there is ample time to park, check in and settle in to your space. We do have a 10 minute grace period, and we encourage you to call the studio to let us know if you are running behind. If you are later than 10 minutes after the start of the workshop, there is a chance you will not be able to enter and no refund will be given.

Capacity: Please note: Some workshops will fill to capacity of 28 students.

Into Stillness: A Breath & Sound Journey w/ Andrew Greene
2026-08-23 10:15 - 12:15
Please create a Mindbody account for each participant if registering more than 1 person. If you have any questions regarding registration, or financial aid, please email Kelsey at kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org

Yogic philosophy teaches us that lasting peace does not come from life circumstances.

It comes from within.

This integrated breathwork & sound bath experience activates your body to work through any emotional or psychological blockages, and then calms your nervous system for a lasting sense of peace and clarity.

The experience is divided into two phases:

Breathwork for Activation: We open and expand your state of awareness with rhythmic, conscious breathing, accompanied by evocative music. This phase opens up your being to a higher intelligence, often provoking unexpected insights, profound visions, and deep emotional release.

Sound Bath Into Stillness: Then, we follow with an organic sound bath tuned to 432 Hz, a frequency commonly associated with calming the nervous system. The deep peace you access enables seamless integration of the fruits of the breathwork into your body and mind.

10 or so minutes will be allocated at the beginning for gentle movement practice, grounding and releasing physical blockages for the journey ahead.

For more information on Andrew, please see his teacher profile here! Andrew teaches weekly donation-based Vinyasa Flow Mondays 4:15pm-5:15pm and Gentle Flow Thursdays 9:30am-10:30am.

Cost: $30

PLEASE NOTE: We encourage pre-registration for all programming. Registering in advance guarantees your spot and helps the studio have adequate staffing. If fewer than 5 participants register the event may be canceled.
Refund Policy: We understand that life happens and unforeseen circumstances come up. If life offers up an unexpected event and you need to withdraw from the workshop:

A full refund will be issued if you need to withdraw 4+ days before the workshop. Please reach out for your refund, as it will not be automatically applied to your account.
If you need to withdraw within 3 days or fewer, no refund is provided.

Late Policy: Doors will close at the workshop start time. We encourage you to arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop start time to ensure there is ample time to park, check in and settle in to your space. We do have a 10 minute grace period, and we encourage you to call the studio to let us know if you are running behind. If you are later than 10 minutes after the start of the workshop, there is a chance you will not be able to enter and no refund will be given.

Capacity: Please note: Some workshops will fill to capacity of 28 students.

The Somatics of Attachment w/ Meredith Rosenbluth
2026-09-03 18:30 - 20:00
Please create a Mindbody account for each participant if registering more than 1 person. If you have any questions regarding registration, or financial aid, please email Kelsey at kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org

Please note: this is part of a 3-part series that focuses on healing through a Somatic Lens. Each workshop is individual, but participants are invited to join all 3 if they wish. Please see more about The Somatics of Conflict and The Somatics of Attachment for more.

Attachment patterns shape our closest relationships—how comfortable we are with intimacy, with space, and with ourselves. In this experiential workshop, we will explore attachment theory through a somatic (body-based) lens. We will learn how attachment patterns form, how they express through our nervous systems, and how somatic work holds the key to healing our attachment wounds.
Through interactive lecture, guided somatic practices, journaling, and group discussion, you’ll begin to understand your attachment patterns more fully and develop the tools to create greater security within yourself—and by extension, within all of your relationships.
This workshop is ideal for anyone curious about their relational patterns or aware they have some healing to do; invested in developing healthier relationships; seeking deeper self-understanding; and/or looking for tools to support their attachment security in a sustainable and effective way.

Through this workshop, you will gain:

A working knowledge of how attachment patterns develop and function
The ability to identify secure, anxious, disorganized, and avoidant attachment responses/behaviors in yourself
A foundational understanding of the nervous system’s role in attachment and healing
Easily applicable tools to navigate moments in relationship when you and/or your partner are triggered
Somatic practices to regulate the nervous system and increase inner safety, both as a baseline and when attachment wounds flare
Greater self-awareness, self-compassion, and language to understand your personal relational dynamics
Initial steps toward cultivating a more secure attachment within yourself

We cannot change what we are not willing to see, and we cannot outsource our healing.

A testimonial from Meredith’s February 2026 workshop, The Somatics of Trauma: “Meredith really made this class so amazing. I did not know exactly what to expect going in, but the amount of information that was given was so digestible. Meredith presented it in a way that was easy to understand and apply to my own life. I really enjoyed that she presented agreements at the beginning of class that set the tone for listening and sharing so that everyone felt comfortable. I left the class feeling like I could move forward with a new confidence in myself and in my body.”

This workshop is facilitated by somatic emotional health coach and educator, Meredith Rosenbluth. Offering 1:1 coaching, breathwork, and group programs, Meredith is devoted to cultivating attuned, grounded, vulnerable, and joyful spaces to foster meaningful connection and personal transformation. All of you is welcome, exactly as you are in any given moment, always. You can learn more about Meredith’s private practice here.
For more information on Meredith, please see her teacher profile here! Meredith teaches a weekly donation-based Meditation on Wednesdays from 1:15pm-1:45pm.
Cost: $25Financial Aid Available- Please stop by the front desk, call, or email kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org.

PLEASE NOTE: We encourage pre-registration for all programming. Registering in advance guarantees your spot and helps the studio have adequate staffing. If fewer than 5 participants register the event may be canceled.
Refund Policy: We understand that life happens and unforeseen circumstances come up. If life offers up an unexpected event and you need to withdraw from the workshop:

A full refund will be issued if you need to withdraw 4+ days before the workshop. Please reach out for your refund, as it will not be automatically applied to your account.
If you need to withdraw within 3 days or fewer, no refund is provided.

Late Policy: Doors will close at the workshop start time. We encourage you to arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop start time to ensure there is ample time to park, check in and settle in to your space. We do have a 10 minute grace period, and we encourage you to call the studio to let us know if you are running behind. If you are later than 10 minutes after the start of the workshop, there is a chance you will not be able to enter and no refund will be given.

Capacity: Please note: Some workshops will fill to capacity of 28 students.

Tennis Ball Therapy (In-person & Virtual) w/ Diane Saccone
2026-09-10 18:30 - 20:30
Please create a Mindbody account for each participant if registering more than 1 person. If you have any questions regarding registration, or financial aid, please email Kelsey at kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org

Bring two tennis balls and a large sock to hold the tennis balls to the workshop.

Tennis ball therapy uses tennis balls to release movement restrictions, restore mobility, and reduce pain by targeting the connective tissue network, rather than muscles alone, making it an affordable and effective tool for muscle care.
Key benefits include: -Pain relief as pressure from the tennis ball stimulates the release of endorphins, the body’s natural painkillers, which help block pain signals -Improved flexibility, by reducing muscle tightness promoting a better range of motion-Enhanced circulation through stimulating blood flow, bringing more oxygen and nutrients to the targeted muscles. This improved circulation aids in the removal of metabolic waste products, reducing inflammation and promoting faster muscle recovery-Muscle relaxation & Reduces stress: The gentle pressure and stimulation of the skin promote relaxation and reduce stress levels, contributing to overall well-being.
Self-massage with tennis balls is greatly enhanced by stretching, which further increases circulation and re-educates the muscles to rest for a longer length. Stretching allows muscles to be softer, more fluid and longer in their resting state. Combining asana with self-massage is particularly useful for those of us who have muscles that for various reasons (injury, overuse, or years of inactivity) resist stretching.
In this workshop, we will use tennis ball therapy to unlock the feet and gluteals, lengthen the hamstrings and adductors, open and relax the shoulders, arms hands and neck to the muscles along the spine which will restore balance to the body and the mind through the action of prana. We will begin at the bottom of the body and work our way up to the head and then finish our time together in a relaxing 10 minute savasana. This practice is safe for all age levels and abilities.
An e-workbook with the exercises we will be doing will be provided prior to the workshop. Bring two tennis balls and a sock to hold the tennis balls to the workshop. 5 CEU’s will be offered to yoga teachers and qualifying health practitioners.

Diane Saccone, MS MT (ASACP) ERYT 500 spent the majority of her career in the field of Clinical Laboratory medicine changing careers after her move with her husband to Western North Carolina in 2005. She also developed the active older adult program at the YMCA of Western North Carolina where she served as the Director of Healthy Aging Initiatives and traveled through the Y of the USA as a subject matter expert on aging; lecturing and teaching evidence based falls prevention programs across the country. For more information on Diane, please see her teacher profile here!
Cost: $30
Financial Aid Available- Please stop by the front desk or email Kelsey@AshevilleCommunityYoga.org

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL – Please note! Online registration for this series will close 48 hours before the start date. If you wish to register for this offering after that window, please call the studio at 828-255-5575.
PLEASE NOTE: We encourage pre-registration for all programming. Registering in advance guarantees your spot and helps the studio have adequate staffing. If fewer than 5 participants register the event may be canceled.
Refund Policy: We understand that life happens and unforeseen circumstances come up. If life offers up an unexpected event and you need to withdraw from the workshop:

A full refund will be issued if you need to withdraw 4+ days before the workshop.

If you need to withdraw within 3 days or fewer, no refund is provided.

Late Policy: Doors will close at the workshop start time. We encourage you to arrive at least 15 minutes before the workshop start time to ensure there is ample time to park, check in and settle in to your space. We do have a 10 minute grace period, and we encourage you to call the studio to let us know if you are running behind. If you are later than 10 minutes after the start of the workshop, there is a chance you will not be able to enter and no refund will be given.

Capacity: Please note: Some workshops will fill to capacity of 28 students.
