Includes gentle vinyasa.
Vinyasa is a flowing, continuous, aerobic style of yoga.
Each class will begin with breathwork and mindfulness exercises before moving into a gentle warm up. Yogis will then be guided into a sequence of asanas (poses) that will be built upon to create a longer, flowing sequence of movement. As new postures are introduced, we will pause to explore alignment and technique. Throughout practice, modifications that can be used to ease up or intensify postures will be offered to customize each yogis experience. Each class will end with gentle stretching and a savasana meditation to allow the body to rest.
You will step off your mat feeling energized, light, and joyful.
Postures utilized in class:
- standing & forward bends
- sitting & kneeling on the floor
- bearing weight on hands & knees
- balancing & inverting (hips lifted above head/heart)
Think of this practice as a highly-modifiable blend of gentle vinyasa and yin yoga.
Each practice will begin with a community moment, as we greet our fellow yogis and discuss what our bodies and minds are seeking from practice. Class will continue with breathwork and a gentle warm-up before transitioning into a soothing sequence of movement. Opportunities to check in with the body and mind as well as movement modifications are offered throughout class to ensure each practitioner is moving mindfully and intentionally.
The class will end with gentle stretching and a savasana meditation. You will step off your mat feeling nourished, supported, and peaceful.
Postures utilized in class:
- standing & forward bends
- sitting & kneeling on the floor
- bearing weight on hands & knees
- laying on the back & belly
- rotation/twist of the neck & spine
- flexion of the knees & hips
Yin yoga is a slow-paced, gentle, and meditative practice that utilizes postures close to the earth, usually on the belly, back, or seated.
Class will begin with breathwork and intention-setting. Yogis will then be guided through several postures, holding them for several minutes to provide compression of an area to purge stagnant energy and access deeper tissues. When the compression is released, the area is flooded with oxygenated blood as we welcome new energy to the space. We will end with a savasana meditation.
Yin is a deeply soothing, healing, and reflective practice that will leave you feeling rejuvenated and at peace.
Postures utilized in class:
- laying on the back & belly
- rotation/twist of the neck & spine
- flexion of the knees & hips
This is a vinyasa-style practice designed to gently wake and warm the body. Each class will begin with breathwork and mindfulness exercises before moving into a gentle sequence. Throughout practice, modifications that can be used to ease up or intensify postures will be offered to customize each yogis experience. Each class will end with a brief cool-down and seated meditation to set the tone for the day.
You will step off your mat feeling energized, light, and joyful.
Postures utilized in class:
- standing & forward bends
- sitting & kneeling on the floor
- bearing weight on hands & knees
- balancing & inverting (hips lifted above head/heart)
Inspired by the classic vinyasa structure, this practice blends traditional yoga asanas (postures) with other strength exercises, utilizing repetition and body-weight. This class allows you to build strength and stamina gradually with low-impact movements. This fusion with yoga allows for unique, interesting, and modifiable exercises to keep your workout from getting stale. You will likely break a sweat and leave feeling tired and all worked out in the best way!
Each week focuses on different muscle groups and/or motions.
Postures utilized in class:
- standing & forwards bends
- sitting & kneeling on the floor
- bearing weight on hands & knees
- movements similar in effort to pushups, crunches, squats, etc.
This 60-minute vinyasa-style yoga practice is open to all levels of experience and takes place in the cafe area of the People's Food Co-op. This will be a casual practice, as there will likely be customers milling about the store just outside the cafe area.
These classes will begin with some breathwork and intention-setting. We will then move into a gentle warm-up and begin building our sequence of poses. Modifications will be offered so you can tailor your practice to your needs. We will close with a brief savasana meditation.
Participants will receive a coupon for the Co-op as a thank you!
Please bring your yoga mat! Class fee is free-will donation.
This 60-minute class is a blend of vinyasa yoga, modern dance technique, and musicality. Each class will start with a warm-up before moving into some structured movement exploration based in modern dance techniques. The last half of class will focus on creating a sequence of yoga and dance inspired movement to music to create a short piece of "choreography."
All levels of experience in yoga and dance are welcome - whether you're a pro or have never taken either kind of class before! This class is all about moving freely, celebrating the movement and musicality innately within you, and letting go of your inner critic.
Bare feet or jazz/ballet slippers recommended (socks are too slippery and shoes are too grippy!). No mats, props, or mirrors! Just movement and music.
Parents and kids get to explore a creative side to mindfulness! Children 4 years old and up with a parent/adult guardian are invited to come to the studio to create mindfulness-based crafts. Registration for each participant is $8 and includes all supplies (adults can register to make crafts, too!). Parents/guardians who wish to only accompany and assist their child get free registration with a paid child registration.
The crafts will be self/parent-guided stations so you can come and go to as you please. A studio helper or two will be mingling to assist and answer questions as well. The following craft stations will be available:
- breathing beads take home creation)
- glitter sensory bottles (take home creation)
- mini gratitude board (take home creation)
- cozy reading corner (in-studio use)
- mindful movement games (in-studio use)
Doors open for the event at 9:00 am, but you may arrive as you like. To allow for ample clean up time, we will stop taking registrations at 10 am. Any crafts that you don't complete can be taken home in a goodie bag to completed later!
These workshops offer the benefits of yoga, mindfulness, and meditation in a format specifically for teens, ages 13 - 17. Each workshop is guided by an overall theme to equip participants with a set of tools they can utilize as they move through common experiences in these developmental teen years. Each session includes ice-breaker games, individual reflections and meditations, art & creative exercises, yoga movement, and so much more!
Registration closes 48 hours before each workshop. There must be a minimum of 4 participants for each session to run. Registrants will receive an email with the specific workshop details and any other pertinent information.
The following themes are scheduled for the summer of 2025:
Saturday, August 16, 10 am - 1 pm - I Trust Me - Cultivating confidence & embracing wisdom
- Teen culture can often heavily focus on comparison and pressure to conform. Here we will use yoga techniques and practices to notice these tendencies, acknowledge how they affect our minds and bodies, and embrace our unique strengths and wisdom to bolster our self confidence.
- TLDR - We are each unique, intelligent, and awesome!
Saturday, August 6, 10 am - 1 pm - Reach & Rest - Balancing ambition and restoration
- A lot of decisions and transitions are made as a teenager - education, college, work, future goals, etc. The narrative often focuses on how good it is to be ambitious, work hard, achieve, win, and hustle. But, especially in the teenage years, we need to make sure we're building good habits and rituals to balance that ambitious fire with rest so we don't burn out. Here we will use yoga practices to learn about our own habits and capacities for work and rest. We will focus on the importance of balance!
- TLDR - Let's learn how to balance work and play!
What to bring & wear:
- wear comfortable clothes you can move freely in
- avoid wearing very short shorts, low-cut or strappy tops, and anything excessively baggy - you'll want to be able to move around without adjusting your outfit!
- bring a healthy packed meal or snack (a small refrigerator is available if needed). There will be a 15-minute break to eat! Please avoid peanut products and anything very crumbly or sticky to keep the studio safe and clean.
- bring a water bottle so you can stay hydrated! Cold, purified water is available to refill your bottle in the studio if needed.
- a yoga mat - towels and blankets aren't recommended, as they are very slippery on the floor and are often more detrimental to movement than helpful. You don't need a fancy one! There are very inexpensive mats available at places like TJ Maxx. There are a few yoga mats you can borrow in-studio if needed, but supplies are limited, so please reach out to reserve one for yourself if you'd like to borrow one!
What is provided:
- 3 hours of structured, guided activity and exercise in-studio, designed to bring an understanding and appreciation of yoga in age and developmentally appropriate ways
- a notebook and pen/pencil for writing exercises
- all supplies needed for art activities during the workshop
- take-home packet of theme-related meditations & journaling prompts
- mini goodie bag
Below is a sample schedule of what a workshop contains
15 minutes - sign in, self-guided activity, and introductions
15 minutes - ice-breaker/community builder game
15 minutes - initial self reflections & thought exercises
30 minutes - yoga flow
15 minutes - break out group thought exercises
30 minutes - yin yoga & journaling
15 minutes - snack/meal break
30 minutes - creative art activity
15 minutes - closing meditations and reflections
Please email rachel@amethystyogi.com with any questions or comments!
Join us in a celebration of community at Riverside Park in Mantorville every Tuesday, 4:30 - 5 pm, from June 3rd to August 26th for a fun, casual yoga practice! This is part of the Summer Concert Series in Mantorville, so there will be vendors and shoppers milling around nearby. Expect some general background noise and ambient energy!
We'll explore some playful poses and flows, designed to embrace the liveliness of summer, appropriate for all levels of experience and fitness! (Recommended for ages 12 and up)
Bring a yoga mat and comfy clothes. This class will be held outside in the grass, so dress appropriately and consider wearing sunscreen and bringing water. In case of inclement weather, class cancellations will be announced via email to all registered participants, as well as on the Yoga in the Park - Mantorville Facebook page.
This yoga class is FREE for all. Donations are accepted and appreciated for those who feel so inclined, but are not required or expected.
Registration is encouraged!
Each 30-minute one-on-one session will take place in The Amethyst Yogi studio at 1221 3rd Ave SW, suite 260, with Rachel (owner & lead instructor). These sessions will be designed around your needs and preferences. Rachel will contact you before your session with some questions to held guide customizing your session.
You can view a PDF with further details about one-on-one sessions on the private sessions page:
Each 60-minute one-on-one session will take place in The Amethyst Yogi studio at 1221 3rd Ave SW, suite 260, with Rachel (owner & lead instructor). These sessions will be designed around your needs and preferences. Rachel will contact you before your session with some questions to held guide customizing your session.
You can view a PDF with further details about one-on-one sessions on the private sessions page:
Give yourself a few hours of rest and ease with this mini retreat. Over the course of 4 hours, you will be guided through fun, casual mindfulness activities designed to expose and release mental noise and clutter, allowing you to sink into a yin practice and guided meditation with an open heart and clear mind. You are sure to leave this retreat feeling lighter, brighter, and rejuvenated.
Light, healthy refreshments will be provided throughout the event. If you have any specific dietary restrictions or preferences, please let Rachel know at rachel@amethystyogi.com after registration. All crafting and activity supplies will be provided.
Please wear comfortable clothes that you love to lounge in. Please remove your shoes upon entering the studio. Cozy socks are recommended, especially during the slower yin and meditation portions.
Please bring a yoga mat to lay on during yin and meditation. Yoga blocks and light blankets are available to use in-studio, but you are welcome and encouraged to bring a pillow or bolster, cozy blanket, and any other props you’d like to make your meditation practice relaxing as possible.
Below is the general timeline of the retreat, but changes may be made based on the group's needs:
15 minutes - arrival & initial individual reflections
15 minutes - welcomes, group discussion, and intention setting
45 minutes - activity stations & snacks
15 minutes - reading and reflection, quieting the mind exercise
60 minutes - yin practice
15 minutes - meditation practice
15 minutes - breathwork practice
15 minutes - refreshment break
30 minutes - revisit initial reflections, group discussions, releasing clutter exercise
15 minutes - closing intentions, group song/chant, farewells
These classes are donation-based. Truly give what you can, even if you can only give your presence and energy! Karma classes may have themes, collect funds or items towards local charities, or be introductory classes for new teachers.
This inclusive class offers a safe space to learn and explore yoga basics including poses/asana, breathing techniques/pranayama, Sanskrit names, and how to cultivate a mindful yoga practice. We will focus on proper alignment and build up to flowing transitions between poses while linking breath to movement.
