THE JOY OF DRUMMING: A Monthly Circle with Ricardo Frota
Friday, August 22, 8pm - new price! ~ The drum is powerful, magical, sacred. Join us in a circle of unlimited rhythm possibilities, letting the drum guide you to self-expression, the life force of your inner being. We will play rhythms from Brazil, West Africa, and Latin America, as well as improvise and sing Afro-Brazilian spiritual songs. Bring a drum if you have one - some extra drums will be provided. All are welcome • no experience necessary• new price! $10 or class card at the door • no makeups

SECRETS OF SOUNDER SLEEP: A Workshop* with Josh Schreiber
Sunday, August 24, 11-1:30 ~ The Sounder Sleep System uses synchronized movements and breathing techniques called mini-moves that relax your body, calm your mind, and lull you into blissful, restorative slumber. If you wake up during the night, the mini-moves get you right back to sleep. During the day, the mini-moves quickly counteract the effects of stress and tension, bringing you greater mental and physical ease and promoting peak performance. $28

YOGA PHILOSOPHY II: The Yoga Sutras of Patañjali* - Edwin Bryant, PhD
Friday-Sunday, August 29-31 ~ The Yoga Sutra of Patañjali is the classical ancient Indian treatise on the practice of Yoga. This seminar series will consist of a close reading of Patañjali's original text, focusing on the opening section of the work, wherein Yoga is defined and the state of samadhi, liberation, described, as well as on the eight limbs of yoga, which outline the step by step methods for attaining this enlightened state. Attention will be paid to the pre-modern commentaries of the text, thus exposing students to the traditional understanding of the practice of classical Yoga and its goals. Details & registration at elementalyoga.com

EARLY FALL YOGA INTENSIVE with Annie Hoffman
Tuesday-Friday, September 2-5, 7-9am ~ Get a jump start on taking your yoga to the next level. This 4-morning series will offer 8 hours of carefully sequenced, detailed asana practice that will set a solid foundation for your fall practice. All families of asana will be covered. $120, $35 drop-in • Open to students of all levels

16wk FALL SEASON BEGINS!
Wednesday, September 3 - Tuesday, December 23

ANUSARA YOGA Friday Night Special with Julia Novina
Friday, September 5, 6:15-7:45pm ~ Take your practice to the next level in this monthly Anusara-Inspired master class. Students will explore intermediate level asanas in a supportive and playful environment. Classes may also incorporate tantric yoga philosophy, meditation and pranayama. Open to all experienced students • $18 or class card • no makeups

FALL OPEN HOUSE - Free Classes & Wellness...You're Invited!
Sunday, September 7, Noon-6 ~ Join us for our 7th annual fall afternoon of free classes, wellness, and fun! All classes first come, first served - no preregistration required. Signup for free consults with our wellness providers begins at noon. Refreshments provided, plus a chance to win a 5 class card!

SOUND HEALING CIRCLE with Barbara Albenesius
Sunday, September 7, 7-9pm; 6:30 setup ~ Join Barbara Albenesius on the first Sunday of each month to explore the healing powers of sound and music. You will experience both co-creating and receiving sound healing, as well as learning how to improvise music with a healing intention. Please bring your favorite instruments or just yourself, your voice and your love. Prior musical or healing experience is welcome but not required. Donation $5-15