Upcoming Workshops

FREE CHRONIC ILLNESS PEER SUPPORT GROUP

with Candy Phelan

A Monthly Free Offering

Saturday, September 12 | 1:00-2:00pm

Saturday, October 3 | 1:00-2:00pm

Saturday, November 7 | 1:00-2:00pm

Saturday, December 5 | 1:00-2:00pm

***ONLINE OPTION AVAILABLE*** 

"I don’t know what ya got. You know what you got?" -

 The words of my yoga teacher and a dear friend of ATMY+W, 

Devarshi Steven Hartman

This FREE peer to peer support group is for people living with a chronic illness. An opportunity to offer insights and share your personal experiences, feelings, and common issues/challenges. This is a place to support each other on our journey. Autoimmune issues such as: chronic Lyme, cancer, MS, and heart disease are just some examples of chronic illnesses. Whether you are newly diagnosed or have been living with it for years, we welcome you with open arms and hearts. These meetings may include guest speakers, some light movement (appropriate for those in attendance), and meditation.

This group is led by Candy, yoga teacher, front desk goddess, and person living with Multiple Sclerosis for the last 17 years. Please join us!

NOTE: This is a peer-to-peer community support group. It is not intended to diagnose, treat or otherwise take the place of a health and wellness professional.

“Just because my path is different, doesn’t mean I’m lost.” 

—C. Esther DeWolde

 (Photo credit: Mehri Sahihi Modiri)

WHIRLING OF THE HEART

with 

Banafsheh Sayyad

Sunday, September 13   |   Noon -5:30pm

Feminine Embodiment, Sacred Dance and Whirling 

Enter the field of the Divine Feminine—the wise, noble, fierce, tender, and creative energy of life—through sacred movement, breath, whirling, the poetry of Rumi, and deep embodied presence.

Drawing from her new book, Dance of Oneness: Embody Love and Luminosity to Transform Your Life, Banafsheh will guide you on a journey to reconnect with your sacred sensuality, reignite your aliveness, and release constriction and heavy emotions held 

in the body.  

Through movement and embodied awareness, you will learn to consciously transmute these energies into grounded strength, clarity, resilience, and life-affirming vitality. Connecting with the Divine Feminine is a profound initiation that restores reverence for the body and awakens both individual and collective well-being.  

As you deepen your relationship with the wisdom of your body, you become more closely aligned with the truth of your soul’s purpose and path. This day-long workshop will include dance, and the foundations of Sama, the sacred Sufi practice of whirling, taught through Banafsheh’s distinctive feminine approach. 

Sama offers not only a sacred movement form, but also a living practice for remaining centered, receptive, and responsive amid uncertainty and turmoil.

Ancient mysticism and modern science alike reveal that life unfolds through rotation and spiraling movement—from atoms to galaxies. Through whirling, you will learn to attune yourself to this universal force and cultivate the capacity to meet life’s challenges without losing your center. The practice awakens a profound sense of inner balance, belonging, and participation in the greater dance of creation.

Banafsheh’s approach is designed to prevent or minimize dizziness. Through surrender, deep listening, and guided instruction, you will learn to access the embodied wisdom that supports clarity, trust, resilience, and centered presence.

This mixed-level, day-long workshop is open to everyone: from beginners to returning students and advanced practitioners. You will be invited to move at your own pace, honoring your body and attuning to where you are.

Preparation:
● Don’t eat within one hour of the workshop
● Bring a water bottle
● Bring socks or soft-soled dance shoes (important for whirling). Recommendations for appropriate shoes: Capezio, and SoDanca
● Bring a yoga mat and a cushion appropriate for meditation

PROGRAM PRICE: $150
Member Discount 10%

KIRTAN:  A SACRED MUSIC + CHANTING EXPERIENCE

with Sangita Sisters

Saturday, September 19 | 6:30-8:00pm

 Bhakti Yoga is the yoga of devotion

 and is often practiced via kirtan – or chanting.

Kirtan is a call and response of Sanskrit chants or mantras. 

The chanting is accompanied by guitar, drums, and often a harmonium. Songs are simple – just a few lines repeated over, and over, and over. In the repeating of these words, something truly magical happens; the pranic body begins to awaken.

This is the subtle energy layer that we begin to tune into and directly experience when we practice yoga. It moves and transforms energy from the environment into life force energy 

(another example of this would be breath work, or pranayama.) 

When our pranic body is strong, we feel less fear and more joy, 

vibrant and even youthful, healthy, and active. 

Kirtan is one way to clear out blockages and make space for more of what you love in your life!
Join your ATMY+W Family in welcoming local yogi/musician friends, Sangita Sisters, for an evening of community jubilation

 and uplifted spirits.
Open your heart, feel connected, and find your voice!

Your pre-registration streamlines and quickens the check in process when you arrive. We strongly encourage you to get your tickets ahead of time. You can purchase online or call the front desk for help!

PROGRAM PRICE: 

General admission $20

If you have the means to purchase a ticket for $25, this further supports Sangita Sisters to continue being able to share their gifts with us!

*There is a limited pool of funds available for anyone who might need some financial support to be able to attend this event. Please call or email the front desk at 401.409.2121 or info@allthatmatterswellness.org to inquire.

MYOFASCIAL RELEASE YOGA FOR ALL FOUR LIMBS!

with Morgan Huling

Sunday, September 20   |   12:30-2:00pm

Myofascial Release (MFR) Yoga uses yoga props and self-massage tools (see below) to release tension, improve movement, and restore connective tissue to a healthier state. 

It's an excellent self-care practice for relieving pain and discomfort, accelerating healing from injury and surgery, enhancing athletic training and recovery, and more.

This month, we're showing extra love to 

arms, legs, hands, and feet!  

Join us for an intentional practice of mindful stretching and self-massage to loosen up, get grounded, and unwind tension from our tight and tired extremeties.

We HIGHLY RECOMMEND the purchase of RAD Recovery Rounds for use in this workshop, and to keep for your own use at home! To receive a $5 (20%) discount, follow THIS LINK to start your shopping. For those who do not bring these recommended tools, tennis balls will be available for borrowed use during the workshop.

PLEASE NOTE: MFR Yoga is not appropriate for all bodies at all times. Consult with your physician first if you have any serious illness or condition, including but not limited to hernias, osteoporosis/osteopenia, circulatory issues, heart disease, advanced diabetes, cancer, or risk of lymphedema.  If you are not medically cleared to receive deep massage, MFR Yoga is also contraindicated.

If you are interested in addressing specific pain, learning more focused techniques, or customizing an MFR routine for athletic performance/recovery, please email Morgan to discuss private or small group sessions.

Program Price: $45

Member & Staff Price: $30

AUTUMNAL EQUINOX SEPTEMBER GONG BATH

with Stephanie Marisca

Monday, September 21   |   7:00-8:00pm 

As the wheels of the year turn, the Autumn Equinox arrives—a rare moment of perfect equilibrium where day and night sit in equal balance. This sacred threshold invites us to harvest the lessons of summer, honor our inner growth, and consciously prepare for the coming winter.  Step into a sanctuary of deep resonance.  We are excited to welcome Stephanie Marisca back to All That Matters yoga + wellness to offer us this deep sound relaxation. Experience the vibrational healing of the bronze gong and Tibetan singing bowls.

You will lie down or sit comfortably and begin with mindful relaxed breathing, holding a personal or group intention. Then, the gong playing begins. At first, you hear soft gong sounds and as you listen carefully, you become aware of the many tones within one sound. The sounds become louder and louder washing over and around you, creating waves of sound that carry you into the past, the future, and even to other worlds. Many people experience something noticeable during a meditative Gong Bath; it can range from feeling their bodies twitch (as the energy meridians are cleared and balanced), seeing amazing splashes of color behind their closed eyes, past life recollections in full detail, a feeling of lifting out of their bodies and watching from above, to simply a feeling of total peace and connectedness. Whatever your experience, it will be the perfect experience unique to you.

Join us for this sound meditation circle and leave feeling grounded, renewed, and aligned with the rhythms of nature.

PLAN AHEAD: Please bring: a yoga mat, blanket, or padding to make yourself comfortable.

PROGRAM PRICE: $25*

*Previously purchased 5 Bath Passes are also accepted.

Early registration is strongly recommended as this event tends to fill.

FREE MONTHLY MEDITATION

with a rotating Inner Light Meditation Teacher

ALL WELCOME!

UPCOMING SESSIONS:
September 26 | 4:00-5:30pm
October 24 | 4:00-5:30pm
November 28  | 4:00-5:30pm

Science continues to reveal the amazing and fantastic health benefits that meditation offers for Body, Mind, and Spirit such as: reduced stress, lower blood pressure and improved concentration.

Meditation can also enhance immune function, stabilize emotions, increase calmness, improve memory, inspire  

creativity and create more balance and harmony in your life.

These classes will teach “Inner Light Meditation” which is an ancient and powerful technique designed to elevate the consciousness and increase our awareness of our true inner self; 

that is not our body nor our mind.

 There are no restrictions on age, health status, fitness 

or flexibility.

The classes are taught by students of Inner Light Meditation 

with years of experience. 

ALL ARE WELCOME TO JOIN US FOR THIS MONTHLY FREE OFFERING!

AN EVENING OF LIVE MUSIC + YOGA

with Girish

Wednesday, October 28  |   6:00-8:00pm 

 Experience the magic of live music - powerful Sanskrit chants set to modern melodies - while you practice yoga with Sheri Silva as your guide. Let go and let your yoga flow through the beats and rhythms 

of Girish's soul stirring tunes. Class ends with a Sanskrit lullaby 

during a luxurious, long Savasana. 

This is a truly magical and incredible musical and yoga experience that allows you to go deeper into your practice and your body.

 Learn more about Girish here. 

An accomplished musician of many genres, former monk infused in spiritual practice, loving wordsmith linking lyrics and rhythm in a blissful musical event.

-LA Yoga Magazine

Ticket price: $35

If you are able, please join in supporting the growth and vitality of the All That Matters Yoga + Wellness community with an additional donation:

Purchase this workshop for $45, or $55, and any amount over the base $35 ticket goes directly to our nonprofit serving our community outreach programs.

AN EVENING OF LIVE MUSIC + YOGA

with Girish

Thursday, October 29  |   7:00-9:00pm 

Girish, an accomplished musician of many genres, 

former monk infused in spiritual practice, loving wordsmith linking lyrics and rhythm in a blissful musical event, sings traditional Sanskrit mantras with a modern, funky, yet deeply devotional twist.

Accompanied by his amazing band, Girish invites his audience to participate by singing along, call and response chanting, and dancing. Girish has been recommended by “The Guardian,” “O, The Oprah Magazine,” “Yoga Journal,” “Spirituality and Health Magazine,” and more. Girish's original music catalog of seven albums is popular in yoga studios and music festivals all over the world, and his book,

 “Music and Mantras” (Atria/Enliven/Simon and Schuster) continues 

his work to teach the art of meditation through music, to the world.

Pre-Registration $25

Tickets at the Door $30

Reiki ("ray-key") is an ancient system of natural healing. In Japanese, Reiki means Universal Life Energy, and this system is used to transmit energy through the hands. Gentle and non-invasive, Reiki is a simple, natural means to relieve stress and promote balance, harmony and wellness. Reiki trainings and private Reiki sessions have been a part of the offerings in our ATMYW community since 1995. These workshops are an invaluable foundation for self-transformation, healing, and for anyone developing a healing practice. First Degree introduces you to hands-on-healing, the history of Reiki, and the energy centers of the body. Learn how to give a Reiki treatment to yourself, others, 

and your animal friends. 

Cherie is trained in Usui Reiki and teaches it in all of her Reiki classes. Usui Reiki is both powerful and gentle and provides purification, 

healing, empowerment and guidance.

UPCOMING REIKI TRAININGS 

with Cherie Conover

FIRST DEGREE

3-Day Program 

Tuesday, September 15: 6:00-9:00pm

Thursday, September 17: 6:00-9:00pm

Friday, September 18:  6:00-9:00pm 

SECOND DEGREE:

2-Day Program:

  Friday, November 6  |  6:00 - 9:00 pm
Sunday, November 8 | 10:00 am - 4:00 pm  

ADVANCED:

 Sunday, December 5:  10:00am-4:00pm 

What is Reiki?  Sign Up for a Free Talk!

Tuesday, September 8  |  5:30-6:30pm

Monday, October 5  |  5:30-6:30pm