Asheville Community Yoga

Reset Your Nervous System for Relaxation w/ Jot Anant (In-Person and Virtual)
2025-01-26 10:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Asheville Community Yoga, 8 Brookdale Rd, Asheville, North Carolina, 28804, United States
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
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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.

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

How To Build A Home Practice w/ Dana Maria
2025-02-09 10:15 - 12:15
In this 2 hour all levels workshop we will learn some basic building blocks that will aid in putting together your own sequences and approach your home practice with confidence.

Establishing an independent home practice is a rite of passage for yoga practitioners. It’s the point at which we really learn to move at our own pace, listen and respond to our bodies, and develop greater consistency and frequency in our yoga practice. Practicing on our own empowers us and gives us new freedom to explore.
Why do you practice yoga?
Whatever it is that brings you to the mat, be clear in your intention.
Establish a regular personal practice, and yoga’s benefits—including a steady mind and strong, flexible body—will come.

Cost: $30Financial 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.
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

Partner Yoga & Easy Thai Massage w/ Leaflin Winecoff
2025-02-09 13:00 - 15:00
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. The aim of this workshop is to foster connection through curiosity, compassion, and communication, and awaken our innate healing capabilities!
We’ll warm up with a few simple partner yoga practices before delving into some basic (but extremely effective!) Thai massage techniques. 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.
Please note: This workshop is limited to 18 participants and you must come with a partner in order to participate. Both people need to register on Mindbody to reserve your space.
*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.
Cost: $30 per personFinancial Aid Available- Please stop by the front desk, call, or email kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org.
*This workshop is currently full.
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, please email Kelsey at kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org

Self Regulation: The Vagus Nerve w/ Diane Saccone (In-Person and Virtual)
2025-02-16 10:15 - 13:15
The vagus is the tenth cranial nerve, originating in the brain stem and traveling through the face, neck, lungs, heart, diaphragm, and abdomen, including the stomach, spleen, intestines, colon, liver, and kidneys. The vagus nerve is intricately connected to mood, immune response, digestion, and heart rate.
When we engage with something greater than ourselves and feel a sense of connection to others and the outside world, it activates the vagus nerve—which can help lower blood pressure, inhibit the stress response and reduce inflammation. It can also increase heart rate variability (a biomarker of improved health), reduce pain and improve sleep and mood.
This workshop will help you become skilled at switching between the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system with greater ease and choice and help you reclaim the balance of your body and mind using tools of mindfulness, conscious breathing, and physical postures.
This workshop is appropriate for all levels of yoga and anyone wishing to learn more about the role of the nervous system and how to effectively control stress, anxiety or negative emotions. A workbook will be included for all students and an online option will be available for anyone not able to attend. 3 CEU’s are offered for yoga teachers needing YACEP 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.
Cost: $45
Financial Aid Available- Please stop by the front desk or email Kelsey@AshevilleCommunityYoga.org
3 YACEP CEU’s available to Yoga Instructors through this course. Email Diane at grdngrl54@gmail.com for more information regarding CE credits.

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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.

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

The 6 Ayurvedic Tastes w/ Irmi Presutto
2025-03-01 10:15 - 13:15
Every food or substance has a taste, like sweet, sour or pungent. When food enters the mouth, digestion begins. Understanding basic principles of the six tastes and their digestive process helps to recognize what foods are favorable and balancing for one’s constitution.
In this workshop, we explore Ayurveda’s logical approach to an individual’s diet. This helps to balance indigestion, constipation, diarrhea, flatulence, insomnia and stress.

I am excited to share the beautiful and brilliant teachings of Ayurveda and Yoga with you.

This is not a yoga class, but simple yoga moves might be included to relax and rest.

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.

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

SOMA Awakening Breathwork Journey w/ Kyle Espenshade
2025-03-02 13:00 - 15:00
Note: All breathwork techniques should ideally be done on an empty stomach, or at least 1-2 hrs after eating a full meal. All levels are welcome.
The SOMA Breath is designed to give you energy, clarity, and improve fitness and endurance in a fun and exciting way.
This 2 hour workshop combines breathwork, visualization, and our signature SOMA Breath music that helps you synchronize your breathing to a perfect rhythm.
Soma is a name given to a sacred shamanic ritual involving psychedelics, breathwork and meditation. The rishis of ancient India would partake of this sacred medicine and receive profound visions about the eternal truths of the universe. Originally a tradition that was passed down orally, they eventually began to write down their Divine downloads in texts such as the Rig Veda. Through their practice, they were able to achieve complete mastery of their physical body and mental faculties.
This special ritual involving special tribal music, chanting, proprietary music technology and breathwork will alter your state of consciousness in a profound way without the need for ingesting psychedelics. In a similar way to the rishis you may receive downloads, visions and moments of great inspiration.
The key to manifesting is reaching peak emotional states and implanting intentions in this heightened state. Use this time to create powerful visualizations of the future you want to create. Your sexual energy will become charged and your personal magnetism will expand.
Boosts & Improves: Oxygen efficiency, respiratory & cardiovascular health, immune system, bodily coherence, blood sugar levels, vitality, stamina, endurance, tissue/muscle/cell repair & production, flow of cerebrospinal fluid, directed neurogenesis, concentration, cognitive function, memory, emotional & hormonal balance, confidence, growth & circulation of stem-cells for the ultimate healing & regeneration
Releases & Relieves: Asthma, arthritis, aches & pains, sleep disorders, high blood pressure, nasal blockages, addictive behaviors, past traumas, anxiety, depression, resentment, anger & other negative thoughts & emotions
Cost: $30Financial 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.

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

6 Week Balance Series for Falls Prevention w/ Diane Saccone
2025-03-03 10:00 - 11:30
Please note: This date refers to the first of 6 sessions.This course will occur over 6 consecutive Mondays from March 3rd- April 7th from 10:00 a.m.- 11:30 a.m.
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 balance, build muscle strength, flexibility and mobility to enhance 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.
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.
Cost: $100 for entire course
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
YACEP CEU’s available to Yoga Instructors through this course. Email Diane at grdngrl54@gmail.com for more information regarding CE credits

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

Therapeutic Yoga for Back Health with Diane Saccone (In-Person and Virtual)
2025-03-09 10:15 - 13:15
Body mechanics and proper alignment play important roles in healing back pain.
In this workshop, we will learn how to release and properly stretch and tone stressed joints, muscles and fascia so that the body works more efficiently and we reduce the risk of back injury and re-injury.
The mind also plays a big role in back pain. We will discuss how stress and breath can negatively affect the health of the back and how to use the breath to heal back pain. This workshop is designed for anyone living with back pain or injury and is perfect for all ages. A workbook will be provided.
Please note: this workshop is 3 hours long. 3 CEUs will be provided towards Yoga Alliance.
This workshop is a hybrid, offering in-person and virtual. Please select the appropriate link below. If you are unable to attend on the day of the workshop, you can sign up for virtual, and you will have access to the recording after the official class time.
Cost: $45
Financial Aid Available- Please stop by the front desk, call, or email kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org.

Click Here to Register for Virtual

Click Here to Register for In-Person

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

Rooted in the Present: Grounding for Clarity & Calm w/ Kasia Kane
2025-03-22 10:15 - 12:15
Grounding is the practice of reconnecting with the present moment and one’s physical body to reduce stress, anxiety, and mental overwhelm. It involves techniques that help shift focus away from distracting thoughts or emotions, promoting a sense of stability, calm, and balance.
Common methods include: -deep breathing-mindfulness-physical sensations (like feeling the ground beneath you)-and visualization exercises.
Grounding helps individuals feel more centered, focused, and in control.

This grounding workshop is designed to help individuals reconnect with the present moment, reduce stress, and promote mindfulness. It begins with a brief overview of the key concepts behind grounding, followed by a variety of techniques, including meditation, breathwork, and body awareness exercises.
Participants will learn to anchor themselves in the here and now, fostering emotional balance and mental clarity. This workshop is ideal for those seeking to enhance focus, relaxation, and overall well-being.

Cost: $30Financial 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.

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

Yoga & Somatic Experiencing with Ocean Gettys LCSW
2025-03-30 13:00 - 15:00
In this workshop, we will explore the intersections between yoga and Somatic Experiencing through the lens of nervous system repair.
We will practice asana and mindful social engagement utilizing SE skills and themes in service to healing our connection with our bodies, hearts, planet, and each other. This two hour window will allow for deeper regulation, connection, and integration. We will explore several themes collaboratively through mindful sharing & reflection in circle format throughout the workshop. You are an integral part of our human community, and your presence is welcomed and celebrated in this space.
Ocean is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who also offers individual somatic based therapy sessions in private practice. For more information on Ocean’s work as a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner please visit Psychology Today.
Cost: $30Financial 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.

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

Snuggle & Stretch Baby and Me Yoga w/ Jocilyn & Josie (4-Week Series)
2025-04-09 10:45 - 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 *not* a drop-in class offering. This a 4-week long series on Wednesdays from 10:45am-11:45am. The first date of the series is Wednesday, April 9 and will continue weekly on Wednesdays through April (April 16, 23, and 30), with the goal of building a deeper connection in community through consistency.
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.
This series is sliding scale $40-$80 for all 4 classes.
When directed to your Mindbody account, please use the drop-down arrow to select the amount you would like to pay. Your donation supports the teachers and the non-profit studio. Thank you kindly for your consideration to pay what you can.

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. Refund are not automatically sent by Mindbody, so please reach out for your refund.
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 would like to be on the waitlist if a spot in the series should open up, or if you have any questions regarding registration, please email Kelsey at kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org

Yogi Book Club
2025-04-11 17:00 - 19:00
Free Community Event!

Grab your book and save the date!
Gather in community to discuss The Heart of The Buddha’s Teaching by Thich Nhat Hanh. 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 consider signing up in advance so we know to expect you!
*ACY does not provide copies of the book.
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

Alignment 101 w/ Dana Maria
2025-04-12 10:15 - 12:15
Strengthen and stabilize your practice to improve safety and confidence.
Yoga poses don’t have alignment—people do.
Ever wonder why we do the poses the way we do them? Or why the posture doesn’t quite land in your body? Want to deepen your personal practice with a better understanding of the asana limb of yoga?
Join us for a 2-hour all-levels workshop where we’ll explore how to create alignment that works for your body. We’ll move through the poses typically found in any Gentle or Vinyasa class to really get to the heart of how your body can land in each posture, and fully understand the difference between discomfort and pain.
Through mindful movement, and practical techniques, you’ll learn how to:
-Adapt poses to fit your unique structure-Find stability and ease in your practice-Reduce strain and prevent injury-& Cultivate awareness of your body’s natural alignment.
Each asana has its own specific benefits and goals. For example:

Easy Pose: Promotes grounding and stretches hips and back.

Cat/Cow: Warms up the spine and increases mobility.

Downward Dog: Stretches and strengthens, elevates your mood.

Warrior Poses: Builds strength, balance, and flexibility, while cultivating mental focus.

This workshop is about how yoga feels, not how it looks.
It is perfect for anyone looking to refine their practice, build confidence, and move with greater freedom. All bodies and experience levels welcome!
*2 CE credits for registered yoga teachers

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.

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

Attuning with Mantra w/ Heather Irene Smith
2025-04-12 13:00 - 15:00
Discover the profound connection between sound and consciousness in this introductory workshop to the sacred practice of chanting mantra!
Mantras, powerful sound vibrations originating from ancient traditions, can be used to cultivate inner peace, enhance focus, and deepen your connection to the divine or Source.
This workshop will be experiential and guide you through:

Attuning to your own voice without judgement
Singing together with others
Yoga philosophy in relation to mantra
Proper pronunciation and techniques for chanting
Exploring different types of mantras and their specific benefits
Experiencing the transformative effects of chanting through guided practice
Integrating mantra chanting into your daily life
Interactive discussion with an opportunity to ask questions

You will leave with:

A Spotify playlist of mantra music Knowledge of local kirtan (musical mantra) artists and opportunities to chant with others
A personalized mantra for your daily practice
A deeper understanding of the meaning behind mantras and their benefits
Practical techniques for using mantras in daily life

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

Yoga For Osteoporosis (In-Person & Virtual) w/ Diane Saccone
2025-04-13 10:00 - 14:00
Osteoporosis is a disease in which bones become less dense, predisposing them to fractures. This 4 hour evidence based workshop will focus on how specific yoga poses help not only slow the progression of bone loss but create strong bones, and at the same time improve balance.
This workshop is perfect for all age groups and anyone living with bone health challenges. 4 CEUs are available for yoga teachers.
Cost: $60Financial Aid Available- Please stop by the front desk, call, or email kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org.
Click here to register for IN-PERSON
Click here to register for VIRTUAL

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

Integrative Breathwork for Self-Discovery with Margaret Kirschner & Eddie LeShure
2025-04-19 13:00 - 15:00
ACY will provide eye-coverings for this workshop, but please bring your own if you would prefer.
Integrative Breathwork is a powerful adjunct to meditation and yoga, effective for working with addiction, trauma, depression, and anxiety. The process is very safe and simple, combining accelerated breathing with evocative music in an eyes closed setting. You remain in complete control of your own process.
Integrative Breathwork Sessions • Expand your mind • Receive inner guidance • Create and strengthen new neural pathways
Evocative music and dynamic breathing open the door to insights and inner guidance • Learn to trust yourself • Know that your answers are within • Gain confidence, feel lighter • Loosen the negative grip of past trauma
Dynamic Breathing, Expanded Mind Taking fuller breaths more rapidly, accompanied by carefully selected music that guides your experience, can nudge you into a non-ordinary state of consciousness. Your brain’s typical default mode relaxes. Most of us have an overactive, self-critical “monkey mind,” which slips out of the way as we continue to breathe faster, more deeply, and continuously. Soon, inner wisdom reveals important insights which can shift a dysfunctional habitual thinking pattern, providing a new way to look at ourselves and our relationship to the events of our life.
Softens the Grip of Past Conditioning For many people, noticing, accepting, and expressing authentic feelings is a learned skill that requires practice. A common phrase is “What you resist persists.” it is natural to resist what is uncomfortable and lean, instead, towards avoiding that discomfort by suppressing emotions and stifling the ones that we perceive are not acceptable, such as anger or sadness, perhaps. Integrative breathwork recognizes the pervasive impact of personal and collective trauma and responds with tools that untangle it while also intending to avoid re-traumatization. It is an efficient way to clear conditioned resistance.
If you are pregnant, have cardiovascular concerns, severe hypertension (untreated high blood pressure), severe mental illness, epilepsy or have had recent surgery, infection, illness or fever, please do not sign up. If you have asthma, please bring your inhaler with you.

Cost: $30Financial Aid Available- Please stop by the front desk, call, or email kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org.
Margaret Kirschner is a Certified Trauma-Sensitive Yoga Therapist (E-RYT 500 C-IAYT), Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC), ACISTE Certified Mental Health Professional (ACMHP), Peer Support Specialist (CPSS), Breathwork Facilitator and Birth Doula. Margaret safely supports individuals in learning to listen to and trust their bodies with an attitude of curiosity and compassion. Says Margaret, “My greatest joy is witnessing people reclaiming their lives through the simple and profound practices of yoga, breathwork, and mindfulness.”
Eddie LeShure is a Certified Yoga Instructor (RYT 200), Meditation Teacher, Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC), Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS), Spiritual Emergence Coach ® (IMHU),and Breathwork Facilitator. Eddie’s personal journey took him deep into the throes of active addiction and incarceration on a drug arrest. His two years behind bars were mostly spent in the notorious Attica Prison where he survived a rebellion in 1971 that killed 43 inmates and employees. As a survivor of extreme trauma, his personal healing and how he works with others has always been guided by deep understanding and compassion. As co-owner of A Mindful Emergence LLC, he provides preparation, facilitation and integration for those intentionally using plant medicines and other psychedelics. His primary passion is providing trauma-sensitive, somatic mindfulness and self-compassion practices to support us effectively embracing our full range of thoughts, feelings and physical sensations.
For more information on Margaret and Eddie, please see their website here.

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

Connecting to Creativity with Yoga & Meditation w/ Ann Marie Satterfield
2025-05-03 10:15 - 12:15
This workshop blends yoga, meditation, and breathwork with intuitive artmaking and poetry writing, creating a space for deep self-exploration and inspired creativity.
Through guided yoga sequences, we will awaken the body, quiet the mind, and cultivate a sense of flow—unlocking new pathways for artistic expression.
Meditative practices will encourage stillness and presence, allowing creativity to emerge naturally. With gentle prompts and exercises, you will translate your inner experience into poetry, sketches, or free-form art, embracing the joy of uninhibited creation.
Our workshop will conclude with discussion and sharing in community.
This workshop is perfect for anyone looking to explore their creativity in a mindful and embodied way. No prior experience in yoga or art is necessary—just an open heart and a willingness to explore. Join this sacred space of movement, stillness, and creative play, and let your inspiration flow freely.

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.

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

Post-Traumatic Growth Yoga w/ Margaret Kirschner
2025-05-04 10:15 - 12:15
Post-traumatic growth yoga refers to the positive changes that can occur after experiencing a traumatic event (for example, a hurricane, a move, loss of a job, or relationship challenges). Post-traumatic growth is a phenomenon where you not only cope, but also emerge with a sense of enhanced well-being, resilience, and a deeper understanding of yourself.
In this workshop, you’ll explore gentle, slow, yoga practices to clear and restore your nervous system back to balance after trauma. You will walk away with trauma-informed skills to help yourself, or your clients emerge from the chaos with a full toolbox to support growth. Some practices will be calming and others energizing. You will hear why it works, then explore movement, breathing, visualizations, and vocal toning practices. You’ll be invited to discern your intention for your next step with a quick journaling exercise to counter any previous maladaptive thoughts. Time for questions and a take-home summary of the practices will be provided.
Cost: $30Financial Aid Available- Please stop by the front desk, call, or email kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org.

Margaret Kirschner is a Certified Trauma-Sensitive Yoga Therapist (E-RYT 500 C-IAYT), Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC), ACISTE Certified Mental Health Professional (ACMHP), Peer Support Specialist (CPSS), Breathwork Facilitator and Spiritual Doula. Margaret safely supports individuals in learning to listen to and trust their bodies with an attitude of curiosity and compassion. Says Margaret, “My greatest joy is witnessing people reclaiming their lives through the simple and profound practices of yoga, breathwork, and mindfulness.” For more information on Margaret and her partner Eddie, please see their website here.

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. Refund are not automatically sent by Mindbody, so please reach out for your refund.
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

Breathwork for Awakening Inner Wisdom w/ Andrew Greene
2025-05-31 13:00 - 15:00
Breathwork for Awakening Inner Wisdom is an intense, yet therapeutic workshop that empowers you to release physical, mental, and emotional blocks.
We so often try to improve our lives by using our minds, and we forget that there is an intelligence in the body that can do miraculous things. In this workshop, we will go beyond thinking, letting your body take over and unleash its deep, primal intelligence. Your inner wisdom knows the best course to take.

While sometimes intense, breathwork is an incredibly safe and simple modality. All that is required is a little bit of focus and effort to get beyond your normal waking state.
Participants from prior sessions have shared a wide range of experiences—some feeling a deep detoxification, others sensing shifts into different dimensions, and many entering profound meditative states.
Yoga mats, blankets, and optional eye pillows will be provided. The only necessary preparation is to abstain from eating a heavy meal at least 3 hours before the event. A *light* lunch or small snack at least an hour beforehand is okay. This is because deep breathwork will cause a lot of movement in your internal organs, and a full stomach could turn into an upset stomach. You will be laying down the entire time.
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.

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

Community Kirtan w/ Mantra Mandala
2025-05-31 18:30 - 20:30
Doors open at 6:30, show is 7-8:30pm. 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 features Jeremy Staum (vocals, harmonium), Nina Kawar (vocals, percussion), Timothy Burgin (percussion) and Daniel Guyer (cello).
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 6:30, show is 7-8:30pm. 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

6 Week Balance Series for Falls Prevention w/ Diane Saccone
2025-06-02 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 2nd- July 7th from 10:00 a.m.- 11:30 a.m.
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.

10 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.
Cost: $100 for entire course

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.

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

Snuggle & Stretch Baby and Me Yoga w/ Jocilyn, Josie & Katherine (4-Week Series)
2025-06-04 10:45 - 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 *not* a drop-in class offering. This a 4-week long series on Wednesdays from 10:45am-11:45am. The first date of the series is Wednesday, June 4 and will continue weekly on Wednesdays through June (June 11, 18, and 25), with the goal of building a deeper connection in community through consistency.
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, strengthening postures, 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.
This series is sliding scale $40-$80 for all 4 classes.
When directed to your Mindbody account, please use the drop-down arrow to select the amount you would like to pay. Your donation supports the teachers and the non-profit studio. Thank you kindly for your consideration to pay what you can.

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. Refund are not automatically sent by Mindbody, so please reach out for your refund.
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 would like to be on the waitlist if a spot in the series should open up, or if you have any questions regarding registration, please email Kelsey at kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org

Yogi Book Club
2025-06-06 17:30 - 19:30
Free Community Event!

Grab your book and save the date!
Gather in community to discuss A New Earth: Awakening Your Inner Life’s Purpose by Eckhart Tolle. 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!
With his bestselling spiritual guide The Power of Now, Eckhart Tolle inspired millions of readers to discover the freedom and joy of a life lived “in the now.” In A New Earth, Tolle expands on these powerful ideas to show how transcending our ego-based state of consciousness is not only essential to personal happiness, but also the key to ending conflict and suffering throughout the world.
Tolle describes how our attachment to the ego creates the dysfunction that leads to anger, jealousy, and unhappiness, and shows readers how to awaken to a new state of consciousness and follow the path to a truly fulfilling existence. The Power of Now was a question-and-answer handbook. A New Earth has been written as a traditional narrative, offering anecdotes and philosophies in a way that is accessible to all.
Illuminating, enlightening, and uplifting, A New Earth is a profoundly spiritual manifesto for a better way of life—and for building a better world.
*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.
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

Yin Yoga Workshop w/ Kelly Gilmore
2025-06-07 09:00 - 15:00
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?
This in-depth workshop is designed to provide you with a deeper understanding of Yin Yoga and how it can inspire self awareness and acceptance. You will walk away with knowledge and an embodied experience of the transformative nature of this practice.
It is appropriate for anyone looking for a deeper understanding of Yin Yoga as a therapeutic technique and/or Yoga teachers looking to incorporate Yin in their classes.
In this Yin Yoga experience, you will gain a deeper understanding of:

The principles and philosophy of Yin Yoga
The function of Connective Tissue
Meridians and Chi
Taoism
Safe Sequencing for teaching or home practice

There will be a lunch break from 12pm-1pm. Please bring your own lunch, we have picnic tables out back.
5 CEUs are available through Yoga Alliance. A handout will be provided. If you would like to, please consider reading any book on Yin Yoga before this workshop.
*This workshop is SOLD OUT.
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.

If you have any questions regarding registration, please email Kelsey at kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org

Volunteer: June Service Project: Hope for Horses
2025-06-07 10:00 - 13:00
Come out in Support!We’d love to have community support for our monthly Service Project: Hope for Horses

Hope for Horses is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization providing support & care for horses and horse owners in Western North Carolina through rescue services, education, & more.

Volunteer Tasks will Include:Removing Hurricane DebrisMucking PasturesGeneral Land Maintenance

You’ll want to pack snacks and water, boots and gloves, and possibly even a change of clothes!
And yes, there will be plenty of time to love on the horses!
Email Jocilyn@AshevilleCommunityYoga.org to sign-up. For more information, please see here!

Mini-Retreat for Moms w/ Troy Marjenhoff
2025-06-08 13:00 - 15:00
Motherhood can be a lot.
It’s time to pause. To breathe. To take an afternoon just for you.
By spending time deeply relaxing and refilling, everything shifts—you think more clearly, have more patience, feel more peace, and connect more easily with your children. And all of this goodness fills your cup, and rubs off on your kids.
In this Mini-Retreat for Moms, you’ll be guided through a nourishing yoga practice with guided meditation, as well as journaling and personal reflection, all designed to replenish your energy. You’ll connect with other mamas in a real and heartfelt community. You’ll take home simple, effective tools to help you find calm in the busyness of daily life. Every mother, at every stage of motherhood—including pregnancy—is invited into this space of renewal and connection.
The magic comes from personal reflection time for yourself, and then sharing, and listening with other moms, to be seen and heard, and feel connected.
Come as you are. You are welcome to bring a mama friend along, and meet new ones here. Please bring a journal if you have one–if not, paper will be provided. No previous yoga experience is needed.
For more information on Troy, please visit her website at: www.TroyMarjenhoff.com
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. Refund are not automatically sent by Mindbody, so please reach out for your refund.
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

Volunteer Yoga Teacher Appreciation Week!
2025-06-09 - 2025-06-15
We’re honoring the heart of our studio: our incredible volunteer yoga teachers!

Join in the celebration!

Whether it’s a kind word after class, a thank-you note, a small token of appreciation, or simply showing up with your presence & gratitude — every gesture makes a difference.

Let’s uplift those who uplift us.

Yoga for Healing Trauma w/ Alexandra Culotta
2025-06-14 10:15 - 12:15
Trauma impacts everyone at some point in their life. These experiences are stored in the body and can contribute to lasting symptoms.
In this workshop, we will address the ways traumatic events impact the body. We will find safety in our bodies and with each other. We will practice techniques for nervous system regulation and pain relief. We will practice deeper stretching to access trauma stored in the fascia of the body.
This workshop will begin with a discussion and handouts on the effects of trauma on the nervous system and body, states of arousal, tools for self regulation, and methods for healing trauma. We will then move into a gentle Asana practice, focused on breathwork, centering, and finding calm within the body. Participants will be invited to journal about their experience before a brief break.
The second half will begin with slightly more active practice involving bilateral hemisphere switching and release. As a group, we will practice safety with others through optional shared contact exercises.
Our final phase on our mats will be deeper gentle stretching, to begin accessing the trauma stored within the body. Participants will be invited to journal once again, before we close with a sharing circle.
Participants in this workshop will leave with:

Tools for self-regulation in moments of distress as well as general anxiety
A renewed sense of safety in their bodies as well as with others
Poses to calm and relieve pain associated with trauma and stress
Enhanced understanding of how trauma impacts the body
The knowledge that they can opt out of any part of the workshop and/or do whatever makes them feel safe, without criticism or judgement.

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.

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

Volunteer: Prop Wash Party
2025-06-14 13:45 - 15:45
Come out in Support!We’d love to have community support for our upcoming Prop Wash Party!
While we ask our community to clean the mats and props that they use for class, it’s always helpful to give them all a little extra love here and there!
Please consider helping us give our mats, blocks, and knee pads that extra deep clean on Saturday, June 14th from 1:45pm-3:45pm.
Email Volunteering@AshevilleCommunityYoga.org to sign-up!

Summer Camp 2025
2025-06-16 08:30 - 2025-08-08 15:00
Click here to learn more about the curriculum, tuition, staff, and more.
Asheville Community Yoga is thrilled to be offering a total of 6 weeks of yoga and mindfulness camp this summer for kids ages 5-10!
Our yoga camp holistically introduces children to the 8 limbs of yoga in digestible and engaging ways. Summer camp days are filled with a combination of mindfulness, movement, yoga games, activities, art, gardening, and more!
Children will connect with their breath, have fun as they move their bodies, and tap into their creativity as they express themselves through music, art, storytelling and nature.
Click here to view full camp details for 2025
