Ongoing classes in Yoga and Tai Chi (January - April 2025)
Tai Chi, Martial Arts & Self Defense
Chen Style Tai Chi Chuan with Joe Walters • Ongoing Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays • 4 to 5:00 p.m. • Learn basic training and forms of Chen Style Tai Chi Chuan. FREE. For more information contact Joe at annarbortaichi@gmail.com or visit annarbortaichi.com.
Wu Style Tai Chi Chaun with Marylin Feingold • January 5, 12, 19, 26, February 2, 9, 23, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, April 6, 13, 20 & 27 • 3 to 4:00 p.m. • Learn the ancient art of meditation in motion with this “soft style” martial art emphasizing relaxation and balance. Drop-in, $5 per session collected at the door. For more information, contact Jewel Heart at (734) 994-3387, email programs@jewelheart.org, or visit jewelheart.org.
Beginning Tai Chi with Master Wasentha Young • Monday, January 6, 13, 20, 27, February 3, 10, 17, 24, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 & April 7 from 10 to 11:15 a.m. AND/OR Thursday, January 9, 16, 23, 30, February 6, 13, 20, 27, March 6, 13, 20, 27, April 3 & 10 from 6 to 7:15 p.m. • Tai Chi, often characterized as a moving mindful meditation, is a series of postures linked together in a continuous flow. It integrates the mind and body, promotes relaxation, as well increases balance and concentration. You can attend both sessions at no extra cost! $215. For more information contact the Peaceful Dragon School at (734)741-0695, email info@peacefuldragonschool.com, or visit peacefuldragonschool.com.
Gentle Qigong with Rory Walsh • Saturday, January 11, 18, 25, February 1, 8, 15, 22, March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, April 5 & 12 • 10 to 11:15 a.m. • Join us for a harmonizing flow of head-to-toe movement, meditation, and self-acupressure to help you to center and navigate the changing seasons. It is a fun and invigorating self-care practice for all ages and experience levels. $15 Drop-in or $150 for the semester. For more information contact the Peaceful Dragon School at (734)741-0695, email info@peacefuldragonschool.com, or visit peacefuldragonschool.com
Yoga
Hatha Yoga with David Black • Ongoing Tuesdays • 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. • Beginning and experienced students in the classes learn traditional yoga postures with an emphasis on relaxation, concentration, and breathwork. $12 per session. For more information contact the Zen Buddhist Temple at (734) 761-6520 or email annarborzentemple@gmail.com.
Hatha Yoga with Sam Liebermann • Thursday, January 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, February 6, 13, 27, March 6, 13, 20, 27, April 3, 10, 17 & 24 • 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. • On-site only. Sam loves the process of creating and offering safe yet challenging yoga sequencing. She enjoys sharing her love of yoga with all levels of students and is deeply honored to pass the gift of yoga to others. Drop-in $15 per session. First visit is free! Cash or Venmo at door. Bring your own mats. For more information, contact Jewel Heart at (734) 994-3387, email programs@jewelheart.org, or visit jewelheart.org.
Yoga Workshop: Turn Up for Twists with Joe Leary • Saturday, January 11 • 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. • Start the new year with getting into twists! Twists rejuvenate the body when done correctly, leaving you feeling refreshed, calm, and aligned. Take the time to learn how to move into twists and how your hips, spine, and shoulders all play a role in getting to these poses. $30. For more information contact The Mix Studios at (734) 845-9105 or visit the-mix-studios.com.
Toddler Yoga with Courtney Fitzpatrick • Saturday, January 4, February 1, March 1 & May 5 • 8 to 8:45 a.m. • We'll be playing games, trying out some yoga poses, read a yoga-related book and have some fun! This is a wonderfully relaxed time to explore movement and to have some quality time together. $25 per class. For more information contact Verapose Yoga & Meditation House at (734) 808-4007, email veraposeyoga@gmail.com, or visit veraposeyoga.com.
Monthly Moon Flow & Gathering with Courtney Fitzpatrick • Friday, January 10, February 8, March 14 & April 12 • 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. • Join us for this special offering to celebrate the full moon, which blends gentle yoga and movement, storytelling, as well as ample time for sharing/connecting and contemplation. $40. For more information contact Verapose Yoga & Meditation House at (734) 808-4007, email veraposeyoga@gmail.com, or visit veraposeyoga.com.
Valentine's Day Partner Yoga with Courtney Fitzpatrick • Friday, February 14 • 7 to 8:30 p.m. • Give your loved one a gift of your undivided attention, support and love while we move together in this fun partner yoga playshop! Of course, our Valentine's practice wouldn't be complete without enjoying some delectable sparkling cider and chocolate! $50. For more information contact Verapose Yoga & Meditation House at (734) 808-4007, email veraposeyoga@gmail.com, or visit veraposeyoga.com.
Sound Bath and Yoga Experience with Katie Schroeder • Sunday, January 12 AND/OR Saturday, February 22 • 4 to 5:00 p.m. • Sound Bath begins with accessible yoga poses. Then you’ll settle in and enjoy the calming sounds and vibrations of the singing bowls, tuning forks, and a rain disk. Our instructor uses the sound and her voice to help you wind down from the week, get cleared and energized for the week ahead. $30. For more information contact The Mix Studios at (734) 845-9105 or visit the-mix-studios.com.
Yoga Workshop: Balance is Not Just in the Legs with Joseph Leary • Saturday, April 12 • 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. • We all want balance, and as we move into spring, we can take lessons from yoga into life. This workshop is about finding balance in both standing and non-standing poses, in our bodies and minds. Some inversions may be taught with support, such as headstand if it is more comfortable. $30. For more information contact The Mix Studios at (734) 845-9105 or visit the-mix-studios.com.
Yoga Workshop: Mudras (Hand Poses) with Joseph Leary • Saturday, May 17 • 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. • Mudras are hand poses, each utilized for a unique intention. They can be used during yoga asanas, or more commonly, during meditation practice. This helps to set the intention of your practice as well as create energy connections through the hands and arms. $30. For more information contact The Mix Studios at (734) 845-9105 or visit the-mix-studios.com.