Workshops
Sacred Feminine Workshop: Reclaiming Embodiment
WORKSHOP: Sunday May 19, 2024
Day Long — 9am - 6pm, 8 hours of learning with 1 hour lunch break
INVESTMENT: $175
Explore topics involving our own feminine / masculine natures, cultural constructs, and the sacred act of reclaiming. Together we will see through the primordial lens of the cycles of nature and through ancient yogic maps of the chakras / yogic philosophy of the feminine and masculine.
Drink in the healing waters through experiences in listening circles / group discussion, feminine embodiment exercises, dyads, breath, artistic creation, journalling, dance, and intentionally gentle + accessible yoga practices.
10 Yoga Alliance CEUs Available with this module.
Meet Your Guide
Erika Fryklepak, MA, eRYT 500, YACEP
Erika has been guiding yoga since 2010 and was a founding co-lead teacher at the House of the Gathering Yoga School in 2018, contributing to curriculum development and providing branding and website design through her business, Erika Was Here Design.
Her journey began with studies in Women’s Studies and Advocacy & Political Leadership at the University of Minnesota Duluth. After a shift from politics to spirituality, she completed yoga teacher training and has taught in various settings including retreat centers, studios, and corporate environments.
Passionate about feminine embodiment spirituality, Erika integrates these practices into her work, drawing inspiration from gatherings and a training with Awakening Women Wisdom School. Long being passionate about the magic that happens when a group of women gather (gender non-conforming individuals included), Erika found a way to bring this passion into union with yogic teachings.
Outside of yoga, she is a mother of three, DIY enthusiast on her homestead, and owner of Erika Was Here Design, living authentically and sharing her spiritual and yogic journey on Instagram as heartofthemoon_sanctuary.
Intro to Thai Bodywork
Sunday, June 2nd
1:00 - 3:30 pm
w/ Margaret Harstad
$60 for an individual
$108 for a twosome
this workshop is offered in-person only
Based on the northern style of Traditional Style of Thai Massage (Nuad Boran) Thai Yoga Bodywork is an ancient form of work from Thailand stemming back over 2500 years to the time of Buddha. In this class, we will pair up with a partner to ground, stretch, twist, breathe and take care of one another while we learn a basic sequence and alternate giving and receiving. Take home a manual and duplicate the practice at home.
In this class you will explore:
the history and benefits of Thai Bodywork
basic relaxation techniques for the end of a session
how to give a basic one-hour session designed to share with friends and family, not to give as a practitioner
No experience necessary and this class is open to all levels.
Meet Your Guide
Margaret Harstad, she/her
This class is led by Margaret Harstad, owner of Muggymoose Massage and Thai Bodywork in Duluth. Margaret is certified with the Thai Healing Alliance as a Registered Thai Therapist. Margaret also has certifications as a Licensed Masage Therapist, a Principle Based Partner Yoga Teacher, an Ayurvedic Wellness Counselor and Therapist, a Chi Nei Tsang Therapist and also holds certifications as an E-RYT-200 and a YACEP.
Margaret values the integrity of certification and training and enjoys her work with clients individually and in classes, educating them in keeping their bodies beautiful inside and out, so they may move with grace in this life and beyond. Continuing education credits available from YA or NCBTMB upon request.
Kids Nature & Movement Camp
Dates: Monday - Friday, June 17 -21
Time: 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Location: Chester Park
Ages 6-10
Guided by Krista James
Cost: $100
*scholarship pricing available - please reach out for more information
In this class kids are given opportunities to explore and connect with their own true essence of self, others, and nature. Participants will engage with a variety of ways of connection including the practice of *Qigong, immersion in nature, exploring literature, journaling and play. This time will include plenty of movement and opportunities for getting into all the fun elements that a forest provides!
*Qigong is the ancient practice and study of Life Force Energy flow to harmonize body, breath, spirit and mind. This practice involves options for meditation, visualization, breathing techniques, and gentle movements to cultivate one's Qi and create space for healing. The movements are simple and accessible for all ages and abilities.
Meet Your Guide
Krista James, she/her
Krista loves creating opportunities for children to connect with their own true, beautiful essence and providing tools for the expression of self. Through her years of working in education, she has witnessed the power and life that young people will harness for positive interaction with themselves and their communities, creating a ripple of life and love.
Krista has found Qigong as a powerful practice for healing and spiritual development within her own life journey. Krista’s relationship with nature in all its forms has also been an integral part of her life path and has provided her with experiences of grounding, healing, peace and love that are essential to her daily life.
Krista holds a MA in Education/Culturally Responsive Pedagogy, is a certified Qigong practice group leader through Spring Forest Qigong, and is certified in Trauma Conscious Yoga.
Workshop Cancelation Policy
Cancellation up to 48 hours prior to the workshop will be refunded less a 10% Administrative Fee.
Cancellation 24-48 hours prior to the workshop receives a 50% refund.
Cancellation less than 24 hours prior or a no-show receives no refund.
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We also offer Yoga Teacher Training Programs — 250 hr (for 200 hr certification) and +300 hr (for 500 hr certification).