Asheville Community Yoga

Volunteer Appreciation Potluck
2026-06-20 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Asheville Community Yoga, 8 Brookdale Rd, Asheville, North Carolina, 28804, United States
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.

SOMA Breath Rave: Breathwork & Ecstatic Dance w/ Kyle Espenshade
2026-06-28 13:00 - 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
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. Please see contraindications at the bottom of the description.
An ecstatic ceremony for the nervous system — where ancient breath practices meets modern music.
Through rhythmic breathing, bass-driven soundscapes, and uninhibited movement, the SOMA Breath Rave opens a doorway into ecstatic states, emotional release, and deep embodiment. A space to shake, sweat, surrender, and reconnect with your body’s natural bliss. The experience flows between our signature SOMA Breath sequences and free-form ecstatic dance, allowing energy to move, integrate, and express itself organically.
No expectations. No substances. Just breath, sound, sweat, and presence.
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
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Slow, rhythmic breathing techniques are generally safe for most people.
Breath holds should NOT be practiced in any of the following cases:

Recent surgery
Epilepsy
Pregnancy in the third trimester
Serious heart conditions (e.g. pacemaker, uncontrolled high blood pressure, or recent heart attack)

In most other cases, the practice is considered safe.
We invite you to listen to your body, reduce the intensity if needed, or skip breath holds at any time.
Safety: Always practice seated or lying down. Never in water, never while driving.
For more info on Kyle and SOMA Alkhemy: please visit his website here. He teaches donation-based Qi Gong weekly on Saturdays from 1:30pm-2:30pm.
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.

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.

In this workshop, we will cover:

Nervous System Fundamentals: We will learn about the overall functions of the nervous system; our innate protective responses (fight, flight, freeze, fawn); and spend time identifying your personal nervous system blueprint
Understanding Trauma: We will explore the definition of trauma; types of trauma (acute vs. complex); and how trauma imprints and echoes in the body
The Goal of Somatic Healing: We will discuss why working with the body is essential in trauma healing; what the aims of trauma healing work are; and myths we are often fed about it
Somatic Regulation Practices: In the final hour of the workshop, we will practice accessible, body-based tools to help calm the nervous system, restore balance when dysregulated, and cultivate a greater sense of safety in daily life

By the end of this workshop, you will:

Understand the functions and operations of the nervous system
Develop awareness of what your primary protective nervous system responses are; when they are echoes of trauma; and how to be with them rather than act from them
Cultivate greater tenderness towards your body’s responses and the wisdom inherent in them
Examine and understand trauma, its causes, and its somatic impacts from a compassionate and objective lens
Learn simple movement practices to support self-regulation and emotional balance in everyday life
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

In this transcendental experience, we begin with rhythmic, conscious breathing, accompanied by evocative music, to enter altered and expanded states of consciousness. Then, we follow with an organic 432 Hz sound bath to allow you to access the deep calm and alignment necessary to integrate your experience. A brief, optional sharing will follow.

10 or so minutes will be allocated at the beginning for gentle movement practice, grounding and releasing physical blockages for the journey ahead.
Typical experiences include but are not limited to deep meditation, vivid visions, and emotional release.

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

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.

Mindful Tools for a Grounded Recovery w/ Katbird Dunn
2026-09-17 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

Mindfulness Tools to Manage Stress, Triggers, and Self-Criticism
Recovery isn’t just about staying sober—it’s about learning how to actually live.
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, stuck in your head, or frustrated by patterns that keep repeating, you’re not alone. Many people in recovery struggle not because they lack discipline, but because they haven’t been taught how to work with their thoughts, emotions, and nervous system in a practical way.
This 2-hour experiential workshop offers a different approach.
Through guided mindfulness practices, real-world tools, and interactive exercises, you’ll learn how to slow down, respond to stress more effectively, and build a more compassionate relationship with yourself. This isn’t a lecture—it’s something you’ll feel and practice.
What You’ll Learn
-How to get out of autopilot and into the present moment -Tools to manage stress, cravings, and emotional triggers -How to work with difficult emotions instead of avoiding them -Ways to quiet the inner critic and build self-compassion -Simple practices you can use in everyday life
What to Expect This workshop is experiential and accessible to all levels. You’ll be guided through a series of short practices, reflections, and optional partner exercises designed to help you apply what you’re learning in real time.
No prior meditation experience is necessary.
Workshop Flow -Presence: Grounding your attention and building awareness -Regulation: Working with stress, cravings, and emotions -Compassion: Shifting your relationship with yourself -Connection & Play: Rebuilding connection and a sense of ease -Integration: Simple ways to bring these practices into daily life
Who This Is For
Individuals in recovery (all pathways welcome) Anyone feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or disconnected Yoga students looking to deepen mindfulness beyond the mat
What You’ll Walk Away With
You’ll leave with practical tools you can actually use—along with a simple plan to integrate mindfulness into your daily routine so it becomes part of your life, not just something you try once.

For more information on Katbird, please see his teacher profile here! He teaches donation based Meditation weekly on Thursdays from 5:15-6pm.
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.

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 & Breath for Menopause & Perimenopause w/ Dana Maria
2026-09-20 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 two-hour workshop is designed for women experiencing perimenopause & menopause. Through yoga, meditation, breathwork, & meaningful group connection, you’ll explore ways to ease common symptoms like hot flashes, anxiety, mood swings, fatigue, & insomnia while deepening your understanding of this powerful life transition.
We’ll honor this phase not as a loss, but as a rebirth: a time of wisdom, intuition, & renewal.
Workshop Goals

Learn supportive, accessible tools to manage symptoms

Create a safe and affirming space for reflection, growth & self-care

Reframe menopause as a rite of passage into deeper embodiment and inner knowing

Cultivate community & shared understanding

Who This Is For

Women in perimenopause or menopause (approx. ages 40–65)

Those seeking natural tools for managing symptoms

Anyone wanting to feel more empowered, connected, and informed

Dana’s weekly classes are Wednesdays 9-10:15am Vinyasa Flow, Thursdays 6:15-7:15 Gentle Flow and Fridays 7:30-8:30am Warm Vinyasa Flow. For more information on Dana, please see her teacher profile here!
*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.

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.

Vinyasa & Sound Bath to Embrace the Equinox w/ Timothy Burgin
2026-09-24 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, please email Kelsey at kelsey@ashevillecommunityyoga.org

The equinox marks a place of balance and a transition point. This shift from summer to autumn is a natural time to align your practice with the changing rhythms of the earth, to release excess of summer and prepare the body and mind for the quieter months ahead.
We will use asana and pranayama to support this shift by focusing on stability, gratitude, letting go and renewal. A hour long sound bath will follow the vinyasa sequence to further ground, nourish, calm, and harmonize your body, heart, and mind. Sound baths promote deep release and relaxation, and entrain our brainwaves to shift into a dreamlike state.
Let yourself surrender and be bathed by the soothing sound waves of singing bowls, gongs, rainsticks, tongue drums, chimes, and other sound healing instruments.
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: $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.

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.
