Yoga is about connection, something Brene Brown says that all humans are designed to seek. We need connection to our inner self; the parts of us we don’t show on Instagram. We need to connect with what Elizabeth Gilbert calls our “animal body” – our biological needs of what we eat and drink, how we sleep and rest, and how we play and move this intricate collection of cells, tissues, bones, and neurons. And we need to nourish our connections to other humans: our family relationships, friendships, and our neighborhoods are part of the fabric of our being. It is through all of these facets that connection with the divine glows brighter.
Our studio practices and classes are designed to help you integrate these connections, weaving them together. Beyond classes centered on movement and breath, Woven Yoga will be an open space designed to nurture connection within and between individuals.
Woven Yoga’s shared space is available to groups or individuals for a nominal fee to help provide a place to come together.
Events
Beyond a regular practice schedule, Woven Yoga hosts events and series for specific groups of people for a limited time. These groups are formed to use yoga as a catalyst for growth in areas of life off the mat.
Yoga Book Club
Yoga Book Club is a seasonal group that uses favorite reads to prompt discussion, followed by a yoga practice to help us notice what the concepts feel like in our bodies. In the past, Yoga Book Club has used Learning to Walk in the Dark by Barbara Brown Taylor and The Life-changing Magic of Tidying Up by Marie Kondo.
Workshops
Our community contains so much wisdom and Woven Yoga is dedicated to giving it a place to heard. From time to time we’ll host guest teachers, both of yoga and other modalities, to share expertise in living an integrated life. These individuals come to us with experience in the arts, sciences, health & wellness, spirituality or simply interesting topics that make for great conversation and wholesome living.
Shared Space
As I look into my own life and talk with friends one resounding theme I hear is: where? Where can we meet people, get involved in community work, have meaningful discussions about becoming better, create new possibilities and expand our network of connections?
I can only offer what I have: space. You bring the mission, the vision, the purpose for gathering (along with snacks, because the best conversation happens with good cheese, I believe). And you find the time. If the space is open, it can be reserved for you and your group.
How does it work?
- You decide you need a slightly larger open space to bring people together.
- You land on a date and time.
- You book Shared Space via the Vagaro network by selecting “Services” – when you hit “Book Now” you’ll get a calendar of open slots.
- Reserve with your credit card. You can cancel up to one hour prior.
- Expect an email within 24 hours with a key code to enter the space.
You can expect the space to be in a clean and orderly fashion; I can expect it to be found that way the next day. (Any excess trash should be left, in bags, outside the back door; please don’t leave any belongings behind.)
What if you need more than an hour?
Same process, but book “Shared Space (subsequent hour)”, select the hour after the one currently in your cart. Repeat for as many additional hours as you need.
Who might use it?
Community groups meeting outside of library hours. Book clubs. Girlfriends who don’t want to clean their house. Makers and artists who want to host a show. Retailers who want to have a popup. Photographers who want an indoor session. Health advocates who want to share their secrets. Guys who want a poker night. You want to tell people about art, mental health, turtles, your trip to Spain, tupperware, or judo.
Can I sell things?
Sure! Your time and wisdom is a gift and people should be willing to offer you money, the commonly accepted social currency, in exchange for it. Know your value! If you’d like to book this event through shared space, Woven Yoga is not involved with any marketing and might not promote it if it doesn’t align closely with its own values and purposes – but you can still use it. (If you feel your offering aligns very closely with Woven Yoga’s purpose and values, talk to me about collaborating on a workshop!)
What is available for use?
The open space, of course. The bathroom, seating cushions and props, if used appropriately. Currently we have one long table available and chairs are on the horizon. I have filtered water and hot water for tea. You bring any decor, food, drink, and materials for your meeting. You can email me any requirements or requests and I will let you know if it’s possible to make that happen.
Do you have any discounts for non-profits?
I love a good cause and I appreciate groups who are taking action, but unfortunately AEP still charges the same rate, thus I must, too. That’s not to say I don’t have a heart. If you find yourself in a particularly tight spot, just contact me.
Is there any fine print?
Of course. Things like; I get to deny use for any reason that I find objectionable (like, you left it messy last time, or the group has obvious immoral values, such as white supremacy.) but I hope to never weld those powers. And if you find yourself in need of space on an ongoing basis, we can chat about rates.
