A Monthly Cacao, Breath, Astrology, Group Reiki & Sound Experience

The Inner Temple Journey is a monthly afternoon ceremonial gathering — a sacred pause in the middle of the day to return inward, attune to the wisdom of the cosmos, and restore harmony through ritual, breath, energy, and sound.

Each month, our journey is guided by the astrological sign of the season, offering a collective theme for reflection, embodiment, and healing. The zodiac becomes a living map — illuminating the emotional, energetic, and spiritual invitations present at this point in the lunar and solar cycle, and shaping the intention of our time together.

We begin with a heart-opening cacao ceremony, honoring cacao as a sacred plant ally and gentle teacher. Prepared with intention, ceremonial-grade cacao supports emotional openness, embodied presence, and connection — to yourself and to the shared circle.

From there, we move into the medicine of the breath. Through conscious, rhythmic breathwork, we awaken life force energy, release stored tension, and soften emotional holding. Breath becomes the bridge between body and spirit, guiding you toward clarity, vitality, and inner spaciousness.

During the breathwork journey, we will open the field to receive collective Reiki, offering universal life force energy to the group as a whole. This shared energetic field supports nervous system regulation, balance, and integration as breath gently guides the process.

Our journey concludes with healing sound, including crystal singing bowls, resonant vocal tones, and meditative vibrations. Sound gently integrates the afternoon’s work, helping insights and energetic shifts settle and anchor before you return to the rest of your day.

This gathering is open to all — whether you are new to ceremonial spaces or deeply familiar with energy work. Each month is unique, shaped by the astrology of the season and the energy of those present. You are held with care, respect, and attunement, so you may feel safe, supported, and deeply seen.

Meet Your Healing Facilitators

Dr. Charlotte Meier is a multidimensional healer and intuitive guide, blending Reiki, acupuncture, biogeometric chiropractic care, and integrative bodywork to support the release of stagnation, restoration of balance, and reconnection to inner wisdom. Her work is rooted in ancestral awareness, spiritual insight, and body-based healing.

Julie Scott is a Breathwork facilitator and transformational life coach, weaving neuro-rehab, massage therapy, and somatic practices into her work. She supports emotional release, nervous system regulation, and spiritual reconnection with compassion, clarity, and grounded tools for lasting change.

Together, Charlotte and Julie create immersive, soul-centered experiences that honor the whole person — body, mind, and spirit — blending ritual, science, and intuitive practice to support deep healing, empowerment, and self-discovery.

What to Bring

A water bottle, yoga mat, pillow, eye mask, or anything you need to feel comfortable while lying down. Blankets and bolsters are provided.

Ceremonial Cacao Notes

If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, take antidepressants (especially MAOIs or SSRIs), have a heart condition, or are caffeine-sensitive, please consult with your healthcare provider before participating. You may choose a smaller dose or opt out of cacao while still enjoying the full experience.

Preparing for Your Ceremony

For the most supportive experience, we recommend the following within 24 hours beforehand:

• Avoid alcohol, recreational drugs, and heavy or processed foods

• Limit caffeine the morning of the event

• Eat light, nourishing meals and refrain from eating 2–3 hours before the ceremony

• Stay well-hydrated

• Set a personal intention aligned with the astrological theme of the month

• These practices help you arrive grounded, open, and present for this midday sacred journey.

Facilitators: Dr. Charlotte Meier & Julie Scott

Location: Main Studio

Cost: $58

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For nearly a decade, Alicia Delaney has devoted her teachings to the medicine of rest. As the world leans ever more toward excess effort and urgency, the lessons of slowing down and getting quiet have become all the more valuable and necessary to share skillfully.

This modular training equips yoga instructors with the expertise to gently and effectively guide fundamental elements of Restorative yoga and deep relaxation for group classes, private clients, and even in-home practice. To accommodate varying teaching backgrounds, interests, and schedules, any of the four modules can stand alone; participants can complete a single weekend of study, bundle more than one, or register for a comprehensive 40 hours of Yoga Alliance continuing education hours and 1-on-1 mentorship.

Rest as Resource—Module A (Sept. 19-20) | 10 CEUs
An introduction to Restorative yoga, props, poses, sequencing, language, trauma-informed fundamentals, and mind-body science.

Rest as Relationship—Module B (Oct. 10-11) | 10 CEUs
A hands-on, experiential study of Restorative yoga’s neuroscience roots, the power of symbolism and imagery, prop resourcefulness, and safe, soothing adjustments.

Rest as Remembering—Module C (Nov. 14-15) | 10 CEUs
A robust exploration of the spiritual container that influences Restorative yoga, integration of rest beyond muscles and brain to the soul, and the expansion of the practice as a lifestyle. 

Rest as Reciprocity—Mentorship Module (personalized schedule and Dec. 12) | 10 CEUs
1-on-1 meetings, assignments customized for your goals, teaching observations, and a closing practicum weave together a net of support to supplement your instruction.

To provide peace and pause through Restorative teachings is a subtle art. When combined with your unique gifts, this specialty becomes a creative, nourishing force with the power to sustain us all.

Investment:
Full Program (40 Yoga Alliance CEUs): $936 with a non-refundable $250 deposit. Participants choosing this option must do so by September 18, 2026.
Individual module pricing is as follows:

Module A--$265
Module B--$285
Module C--$311
Mentorship Module--$225

Facilitator: Alicia Delaney

Location: Downstairs Studio

Cost: $936 with a non-refundable $250 deposit. Participants choosing this option must do so by September 18, 2026.

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"While it still may feel that summer is in full swing, we are long past the solstice, and the sun’s energy has been waning for weeks. With fewer hours of sunlight, the nights expand, crops begin to wither, and plants descend into dormancy.

Even though we’re never surprised at the power of the cosmos and their effects upon the earth, these moments will always be bittersweet. They are fleeting reminders that nothing in the physical world is stationary. Situations, things, and feelings are not permanent. It’s up to each one of us to seek out, embrace, and find comfort in change—a place where many humans experience resistance."

• Magick + Alchemy by Tamed Wild

The Fall Equinox is a time of balance, growth and evolution. As our natural world finds balance between the dark and we light, day and night, we are invited to do the same in our own life. Mother Nature presents to us a time to release old, unsupportive ways of being, and in the process of shedding, we turn inward to reflect, refine and cultivate new fertile ground in which to plant the seeds of our intentions and grow into who we want to be.

Join us for gentle and restorative postures, and the soothing, vibratory healing frequencies of Himalayan and crystal singing bowls. This sound journey into the energy of Fall will leave you feeling grounded, receptive and inspired as we make this next turn on the Wheel of the Year.

Facilitator: Joy Page

Location: Main Studio

Cost: $25

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Enhance your natural capacity to nurture, and train in the art of holding space. Restorative yoga is all at once a blend of nervous system science, anatomical support, poetic artistry, and nuance, and to teach it is to receive a lifelong gift. In this training, participants will weave their unique teaching skills with the foundations of Restorative practice to learn its principles and explore the power of stillness. Over a 10-hour weekend, the following topics will be covered to build confidence in, and substantial understanding of, leading Restorative offerings, as well as a curiosity to continue studying the necessity of relaxation:

• Practice History, Influence, and Notable Teachers

• Types and Styles of Rest & The Science of Relaxation

• How Stress and Tension Reshape us Physically, Mentally, and Emotionally

• Atmospheric Attention, Scope of Practice, and Energetic Hygiene

• Student Choice, Agency, and other Trauma-Informed Considerations

• Sequencing, Guided Movement, and Cueing Language

• Propping and Poses

Training will take place on Saturday, September 19th from 1:00 - 6:00 PM and Sunday, September 20th from 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM in the Downstairs Studio at Joy of Yoga.

Facilitator: Alicia Delaney

Location: Downstairs Studio

Cost: $265—or register for all 4 modules by Sept. 18th at a reduced cost of $936!

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Step into a space of exploration and experience, where science meets subtle energy and curiosity leads the way.

This gathering is an invitation to discover how frequency-based therapies can support healing on physical, emotional, and energetic levels. Every cell in the body resonates at its own unique frequency—and when those vibrations fall out of harmony, symptoms and imbalances can arise.

Together, we'll unpack the foundational science behind frequency healing, explore its historical roots, and enjoy 45 minutes of rest using a frequency device along with a brief meditation, soothing frequency based music and Reiki.

Whether you're brand new to the concept or already working with energy modalities, this is an opportunity to expand your understanding and connect with others on a shared journey of vibrational wellness.

Come with questions, an open mind, and meet other like-minded individuals.

Facilitator: Ben Westendorf
Location: Downstairs Studio
Cost: $16 In Studio Drop In, All Class Cards, Unlimited, Monthly

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Reconnect with your breath, body, and the natural world in this gentle outdoor slow flow yoga class. Moving at a mindful pace, you’ll be guided through accessible stretches, grounding postures, and fluid transitions designed to build ease, balance, and calm. With the fresh air, open sky, and sounds of nature as your backdrop, this class offers space to slow down, release tension, and leave feeling refreshed and centered. All levels are welcome, and modifications will be offered throughout.

Blackburn Park, 6-7p, park in the lot off of edgar road and you will see where Valeri is set up.

Bring a yoga mat and water.

Please note: This outdoor class is weather dependent. In the event of inclement weather, registered students will be notified of any cancellation or changes.

Facilitator: Valeri Topel

Location: Blackburn Park

Cost: $16 In Studio Drop In, All Class Cards, Unlimited, Monthly

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Under the enchanting glow of the full moon, join us for Moonlit Flow, a class designed to harmonize your mind, body, and spirit. Begin with a fluid yoga sequence that encourages release and rejuvenation, setting the stage for deep introspection. Transition into a guided meditation that aligns with the moon’s illuminating energy, helping you reflect and set intentions. The experience culminates with a Reiki drumming session that resonates with the full moon’s vibrations, amplifying your connection to its transformative power. Embrace the full moon’s magic and let it guide you toward clarity and renewal.

Facilitator: Crystal VanderKolb

Location: Main Studio & Online

Cost: $16 In Studio Drop In, $11 Online Drop In, All Class Cards, Unlimited, Monthly

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Give yourself the gift of a true reset.

This immersive workshop blends sound healing, Reiki, somatic practices, and reflection to release what feels stagnant or heavy and create space for what you're ready to welcome in. 

You’ll reconnect with your body’s wisdom and explore what brings you into deeper alignment with a life that feels authentic, connected, and meaningful. We’ll turn to Okinawa, Japan—one of the world’s Blue Zones, where people are known for remarkable longevity and vitality—and the concept of ikigai, often translated as “a reason for being.” Ikigai invites us to consider the deeper threads that give our lives purpose and meaning: what we love, what we’re good at, how we contribute, and what brings us a sense of joy and belonging. 

Guided by Valeri Topel, Reiki Master and sound healing practitioner, and Patty Gaus, certified coach, you'll create space to uncover the clarity, wisdom, and knowing that are already within you.

You'll leave feeling calm and grounded, with a deeper connection to yourself and a felt sense of direction moving forward.

No experience necessary. Just bring an open heart and a willingness to listen inward.

Facilitator: Valeri Topel and Patty Gaus

Location: Main Studio

Cost: $36

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Reiki share, also known as a Reiki circle or exchange, is a gathering of like-minded people who participate in group healing. At Reiki Circles we gather each month to give and receive Reiki, to practice, support, and learn from each other.

In these shares, we will learn various Reiki techniques, different ways to use our Reiki to help ease our own stress, and the suffering of others.

As always, all are invited regardless of experience with Reiki. The circles are open to the public and you are welcome to invite others and to share this information with anyone interested.

Facilitator: Crystal V.

Location: Downstairs Studio

Cost: $22

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Woven into the fabric of Restorative practices is the essential thread of relationship: every aspect of our growing presence equips us to be in intelligent alignment with our bodies and the world around us. To teach our students to touch even deeper layers of peace, it is necessary to examine the more subtle facets of the practice through the lenses of neuroscience and the mystical teachings of the yoga tradition. This collaborative, hands-on training will elevate your offerings to help students truly embody the rest you guide. Subjects of study include, but are not limited to:

• Navigating a Hack-Based Culture

• Polyvagal Theory & The Psychology Behind our Physiology

• Imaginal Language, Symbolism, and Storytelling—The Power of the Mind to Relax Us

• Theming Classes, Sequences, and Series

• Pose Variety & Resting with Minimal Props

• Physical and Student-Led Adjustments

Training will take place on Saturday, October 10th from 1:00 - 6:00 PM and Sunday, October 11th from 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM in the Downstairs Studio at Joy of Yoga.

Facilitator: Alicia Delaney

Location: Downstairs Studio

Cost: $285—or register for all 4 modules by Sept. 18th at a reduced cost of $936!

SIGN UP HERE

Woven into the fabric of Restorative practices is the essential thread of relationship: every aspect of our growing presence equips us to be in intelligent alignment with our bodies and the world around us. To teach our students to touch even deeper layers of peace, it is necessary to examine the more subtle facets of the practice through the lenses of neuroscience and the mystical teachings of the yoga tradition. This collaborative, hands-on training will elevate your offerings to help students truly embody the rest you guide. Subjects of study include, but are not limited to:

• Navigating a Hack-Based Culture

• Polyvagal Theory & The Psychology Behind our Physiology

• Imaginal Language, Symbolism, and Storytelling—The Power of the Mind to Relax Us

• Theming Classes, Sequences, and Series

• Pose Variety & Resting with Minimal Props

• Physical and Student-Led Adjustments

Training will take place on Saturday, October 10th from 1:00 - 6:00 PM and Sunday, October 11th from 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM in the Downstairs Studio at Joy of Yoga.

Facilitator: Alicia Delaney

Location: Downstairs Studio

Cost: $285—or register for all 4 modules by Sept. 18th at a reduced cost of $936!

SIGN UP HERE

Reconnect with your breath, body, and the natural world in this gentle outdoor slow flow yoga class. Moving at a mindful pace, you’ll be guided through accessible stretches, grounding postures, and fluid transitions designed to build ease, balance, and calm. With the fresh air, open sky, and sounds of nature as your backdrop, this class offers space to slow down, release tension, and leave feeling refreshed and centered. All levels are welcome, and modifications will be offered throughout.

Blackburn Park, 6-7p, park in the lot off of edgar road and you will see where Valeri is set up.

Bring a yoga mat and water.

Please note: This outdoor class is weather dependent. In the event of inclement weather, registered students will be notified of any cancellation or changes.

Facilitator: Valeri Topel

Location: Blackburn Park

Cost: $16 In Studio Drop In, All Class Cards, Unlimited, Monthly

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A women’s circle for reconnecting with the woman beneath all the doing.

So much of life asks us to be something for someone else—partner, mother, daughter, friend, caregiver, professional, helper, keeper of the details.

Somewhere between loving the people in her life, carrying what needs to be carried, and becoming who everyone needs her to be, a woman can disappear from her own life.

This circle is an invitation to come back to her.

To the woman with her own rhythms.
Her own needs.
Her own knowing.

Not to become a better version of herself.
Not to add one more thing to fix, heal, or perfect.
But to slow down long enough to remember what is already there.

Through ceremony, meditation, journaling, meaningful conversation, gentle somatic movement, and grounding practices, we’ll create space to step out of the noise and return to our true nature.

Come as you are.

Leave a little more grounded, a little more connected, and a little closer to yourself.

Facilitator: Ashley Patek

Location: Downstairs Studio

Cost: $16 In Studio Drop In, All Class Cards, Unlimited, Monthly

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A Monthly Cacao, Breath, Astrology, Group Reiki & Sound Experience

The Inner Temple Journey is a monthly afternoon ceremonial gathering — a sacred pause in the middle of the day to return inward, attune to the wisdom of the cosmos, and restore harmony through ritual, breath, energy, and sound.

Each month, our journey is guided by the astrological sign of the season, offering a collective theme for reflection, embodiment, and healing. The zodiac becomes a living map — illuminating the emotional, energetic, and spiritual invitations present at this point in the lunar and solar cycle, and shaping the intention of our time together.

We begin with a heart-opening cacao ceremony, honoring cacao as a sacred plant ally and gentle teacher. Prepared with intention, ceremonial-grade cacao supports emotional openness, embodied presence, and connection — to yourself and to the shared circle.

From there, we move into the medicine of the breath. Through conscious, rhythmic breathwork, we awaken life force energy, release stored tension, and soften emotional holding. Breath becomes the bridge between body and spirit, guiding you toward clarity, vitality, and inner spaciousness.

During the breathwork journey, we will open the field to receive collective Reiki, offering universal life force energy to the group as a whole. This shared energetic field supports nervous system regulation, balance, and integration as breath gently guides the process.

Our journey concludes with healing sound, including crystal singing bowls, resonant vocal tones, and meditative vibrations. Sound gently integrates the afternoon’s work, helping insights and energetic shifts settle and anchor before you return to the rest of your day.

This gathering is open to all — whether you are new to ceremonial spaces or deeply familiar with energy work. Each month is unique, shaped by the astrology of the season and the energy of those present. You are held with care, respect, and attunement, so you may feel safe, supported, and deeply seen.

Meet Your Healing Facilitators

Dr. Charlotte Meier is a multidimensional healer and intuitive guide, blending Reiki, acupuncture, biogeometric chiropractic care, and integrative bodywork to support the release of stagnation, restoration of balance, and reconnection to inner wisdom. Her work is rooted in ancestral awareness, spiritual insight, and body-based healing.

Julie Scott is a Breathwork facilitator and transformational life coach, weaving neuro-rehab, massage therapy, and somatic practices into her work. She supports emotional release, nervous system regulation, and spiritual reconnection with compassion, clarity, and grounded tools for lasting change.

Together, Charlotte and Julie create immersive, soul-centered experiences that honor the whole person — body, mind, and spirit — blending ritual, science, and intuitive practice to support deep healing, empowerment, and self-discovery.

What to Bring

A water bottle, yoga mat, pillow, eye mask, or anything you need to feel comfortable while lying down. Blankets and bolsters are provided.

Ceremonial Cacao Notes

If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, take antidepressants (especially MAOIs or SSRIs), have a heart condition, or are caffeine-sensitive, please consult with your healthcare provider before participating. You may choose a smaller dose or opt out of cacao while still enjoying the full experience.

Preparing for Your Ceremony

For the most supportive experience, we recommend the following within 24 hours beforehand:

• Avoid alcohol, recreational drugs, and heavy or processed foods

• Limit caffeine the morning of the event

• Eat light, nourishing meals and refrain from eating 2–3 hours before the ceremony

• Stay well-hydrated

• Set a personal intention aligned with the astrological theme of the month

• These practices help you arrive grounded, open, and present for this midday sacred journey.

Facilitators: Dr. Charlotte Meier & Julie Scott

Location: Main Studio

Cost: $58

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Celebrate the start of Taurus season with a class designed to ground and restore your energy. Taurus is all about stability and connection to nature, and we’ll embrace these qualities through guided meditation, mindful yoga flow, and healing reiki drumming.

Class Highlights:

Guided Meditation to connect with the earth and ground your energy

Yoga Flow focusing on stability, hip and chest openings, and mindful movement

Reiki Drumming to clear energy blockages and restore balance

Leave feeling grounded, relaxed, and aligned with the season’s abundant energy.

Bring: Comfortable clothes, a yoga mat, and a water bottle.

Facilitator: Crystal Vanderkolb

Location: Main Studio & Online

Cost: $16 In Studio Drop In, $11 Online Drop In, All Class Cards, Unlimited, Monthly

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Step into a space of exploration and experience, where science meets subtle energy and curiosity leads the way.

This gathering is an invitation to discover how frequency-based therapies can support healing on physical, emotional, and energetic levels. Every cell in the body resonates at its own unique frequency—and when those vibrations fall out of harmony, symptoms and imbalances can arise.

Together, we'll unpack the foundational science behind frequency healing, explore its historical roots, and enjoy 45 minutes of rest using a frequency device along with a brief meditation, soothing frequency based music and Reiki.

Whether you're brand new to the concept or already working with energy modalities, this is an opportunity to expand your understanding and connect with others on a shared journey of vibrational wellness.

Come with questions, an open mind, and meet other like-minded individuals.

Facilitator: Ben Westendorf
Location: Downstairs Studio
Cost: 16 In Studio Drop In, All Class Cards, Unlimited, Monthly

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Experience deep renewal this Samhain night with Joy, as we gather for a healing sound journey woven with Tibetan and crystal singing bowls, chimes, and drums.

As the veil thins and the light softens, Samhain invites us to honor the cycles of life and the preciousness of each breath. It is a time to ask: How might you open more fully to the mystery that surrounds you? How might we deepen our connection to Spirit?

Through restorative postures and layers of sound vibration, you’ll be guided into a liminal space where body, mind, and soul meet the mystery. Let the resonance wash through you—dissolving tension, quieting the mind, and opening a doorway to something greater.

Facilitator: Joy Page

Location: Main Studio

Cost: $35

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Reiki share, also known as a Reiki circle or exchange, is a gathering of like-minded people who participate in group healing. At Reiki Circles we gather each month to give and receive Reiki, to practice, support, and learn from each other.

In these shares, we will learn various Reiki techniques, different ways to use our Reiki to help ease our own stress, and the suffering of others.

As always, all are invited regardless of experience with Reiki. The circles are open to the public and you are welcome to invite others and to share this information with anyone interested.

Facilitator: Crystal V.

Location: Downstairs Studio

Cost: $22

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Come for the stories. Stay for the cards. In this workshop, Julia Gordon-Bramer teaches us how the Major Arcana shows up in real life—not as fortune-cookie fate, but as living wisdom. 

You’ll get the fundamentals: where tarot came from, what it’s actually for, how a personal reading works, and the simple tools you need to start using a deck with confidence. 

Bring your own Tarot deck or borrow one. 

No prior experience required—just curiosity and a willingness to let the cards talk back. 

Julia Gordon-Bramer has been reading tarot for almost 50 years and has clients around the world. She’s the author of Tarot Life Lessons (2023, Destiny Books) and The Occult Sylvia Plath (2024, Destiny Books) and you may have seen or heard her on MTV, Nickelodeon, Gaia’s Beyond Belief, Coast to Coast, Next Level Soul, and others. 

Facilitator: Julia Gordon-Bramer

Location: Main Studio

Cost: $35

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Guiding rest practices will always be relevant because the nature of the human condition is restlessness. This training is devoted to all those dedicated to teaching the rich discipline of relaxation. 10 hours of study will support a specialized understanding of Restorative yoga’s scriptural, philosophical, and existential roots, the spiritual questions we face when resting, and how the practice can lead us to deeper meaning, greater truth, and marked healing from the inside out. Tending to the considerations of seasoned instructors, this weekend explores best practices, expands the dimensions of our reservoir of service, and connects us to Rest’s divine influence in our lives beyond the mat. Topics of discussion and training will include:

• Spiritual Implications for Rest—Ancient Teachings, Love, Death & Relaxation

• The Placebo Effect and the Work of Dr. Herbert Benson

• Tending to the Psoas, the Muscle of the Soul

• Nervous System Coherence and Co-regulation

• Classroom Management, Troubleshooting, and Skillfully Meeting the Moment

• Breath Techniques and Cues for Anchoring

• Creative Prop Use and Expanding Your Pose Library

Training will take place on Saturday, November 14th from 1:00 - 6:00PM and Sunday, November 15th from 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM in the Downstairs Studio at Joy of Yoga.

Facilitator: Alicia Delaney

Location: Downstairs Studio

Cost: $311—or register for all 4 modules by Sept. 18th at a reduced cost of $936!

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Open to a sense of joy through singing dancing, enjoying the simple pleasure of music and movement. Maybe you used to love dancing at concerts or in the club. Maybe your favorite part of church was singing with everyone around you. Or maybe you just miss having a space where you can let go a little.

No experience is needed, and there is nothing to perform or get right. Just show up exactly as you are.

We’ll begin by singing a few songs (mantras) together, warming up our voices and settling into the shared energy of the group. There’s something special that happens when voices come together—a feeling that is hard to explain but easy to experience.

From there, we’ll move into some simple, guided movement to help loosen up the body and get comfortable. Then the music takes over. Move however you want, sing along, dance, sway, or simply enjoy being part of it.

Singing and dancing can bring us back into our bodies, out of our heads, and into a sense of freedom, joy, and connection. And there’s something about doing it together that amplifies the whole experience.

Come share your voice, move your body, and fill your cup with connection and JOY!

Facilitator: Claire B.

Location: Main Studio

Cost: $16 In Studio Drop In, All Class Cards, Unlimited, Monthly

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Guiding rest practices will always be relevant because the nature of the human condition is restlessness. This training is devoted to all those dedicated to teaching the rich discipline of relaxation. 10 hours of study will support a specialized understanding of Restorative yoga’s scriptural, philosophical, and existential roots, the spiritual questions we face when resting, and how the practice can lead us to deeper meaning, greater truth, and marked healing from the inside out. Tending to the considerations of seasoned instructors, this weekend explores best practices, expands the dimensions of our reservoir of service, and connects us to Rest’s divine influence in our lives beyond the mat. Topics of discussion and training will include:

• Spiritual Implications for Rest—Ancient Teachings, Love, Death & Relaxation

• The Placebo Effect and the Work of Dr. Herbert Benson

• Tending to the Psoas, the Muscle of the Soul

• Nervous System Coherence and Co-regulation

• Classroom Management, Troubleshooting, and Skillfully Meeting the Moment

• Breath Techniques and Cues for Anchoring

• Creative Prop Use and Expanding Your Pose Library

Training will take place on Saturday, November 14th from 1:00 - 6:00PM and Sunday, November 15th from 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM in the Downstairs Studio at Joy of Yoga.

Facilitator: Alicia Delaney

Location: Downstairs Studio

Cost: $311—or register for all 4 modules by Sept. 18th at a reduced cost of $936!

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October invites us to slow down and listen more deeply to what truly matters. This guided healing breathwork session offers an opportunity to explore our relationship with self-worth, love, creativity, and receiving. Through a two-part active breathing meditation, you will be invited to gently release the beliefs and patterns that tell you that you must do more, give more, achieve more, or become more in order to be worthy of love and belonging.

The breath offers another possibility: simply being here.

As you breathe, allow yourself to soften around the places where you have been hard on yourself. Release the pressure to perform, please, or prove. Create space to reconnect with the part of you that knows your inherent worth has never been something you needed to earn. This practice is an invitation to receive yourself exactly as you are—with tenderness, compassion, and unconditional presence.

You will leave feeling softer, more connected to your heart, and more at home within yourself.

All levels are welcome. Permission to arrive exactly as you are.

Optional to bring a blanket and eye pillow to create a warm, nurturing space.

Facilitator: Brooke Brasfield

Location: Main Studio

Cost: $22

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While moving through a gentle and restorative yoga practice, we will connect to the cycles and rhythms of our natural world and learn about the energy of the stages of the moon. We will bring in the healing energy of Reiki and drumming, harnessing the frequency and heartbeat of creation, bringing us back into balance- body, mind and spirit.

Facilitator: Crystal VanderKolb

Location: Main Studio & Online

Cost: $16 In Studio Drop In, $11 Online Drop In, All Class Cards, Unlimited, Monthly

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Step into the luminous field of Reiki and reconnect with the frequency of pure source energy. This sacred gathering is for those who feel the call to deepen their practice, expand their intuitive connection, and anchor more light into their being.

Whether you've received attunements but feel out of sync, haven’t had space to practice, or simply long to commune with others who speak the language of energy—this Reiki Tune-Up is a homecoming.

Come to recalibrate your field, and be nourished in the radiant current of universal love. Let yourself be held, recharged, and remembered.

Join us for a nourishing afternoon of reconnection, renewal, and energetic amplification where we will:

• Receive a Reiki Attunement

• Develop Intuitive Skills

• Learn New Reiki Energy Clearing Techniques 

• Learn new Practices for Carrying out a Reiki Session

• Learn Mantras and Breathing Techniques to Support Your Practice

• Practice Group Healing

This class is designed for Reiki practitioners at any level who want to:

• Receive a Reiki attunement to strengthen, refine and amplify your energy

• Be in community with others who share a love for Reiki and energy work

• Explore Reiki techniques to enhance your confidence

• Engage in hands-on practice to strengthen your intuitive healing abilities

• Reconnect with your personal practice and deepen your intuition

Reiki is always with you. This class will help clear energetic static, awaken your inner radiance, and attune you once more to the infinite healing flow that lives within and all around you. Let this be your return to resonance.

Prerequisite for this Course: Reiki Level 1 Attunement

Facilitator: Joy Page

Location: Downstairs Studio

Cost: $175

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Reiki share, also known as a Reiki circle or exchange, is a gathering of like-minded people who participate in group healing. At Reiki Circles we gather each month to give and receive Reiki, to practice, support, and learn from each other.

In these shares, we will learn various Reiki techniques, different ways to use our Reiki to help ease our own stress, and the suffering of others.

As always, all are invited regardless of experience with Reiki. The circles are open to the public and you are welcome to invite others and to share this information with anyone interested.

Facilitator: Crystal V.

Location: Downstairs Studio

Cost: $22

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Now that you know a little bit about the cards, let’s put them to work. 

This workshop goes beyond the basics into practical, question-driven reading: love, money, career, health, and the messy in-between. 

Julia will walk you through how to ask better questions, spot patterns, and read for specifics without getting lost in the weeds. Bring your own Tarot deck (or borrow one) and leave with a clearer sense of how tarot can become a useful conversation partner, not just a pretty stack of pictures.

Julia Gordon-Bramer has been reading tarot for almost 50 years and has clients around the world. She’s the author of Tarot Life Lessons (2023, Destiny Books) and The Occult Sylvia Plath (2024, Destiny Books) and you may have seen or heard her on MTV, Nickelodeon, Gaia’s Beyond Belief, Coast to Coast, Next Level Soul, and others.

Facilitator: Julia Gordon-Bramer

Location: Main Studio

Cost: $35

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Teaching Restorative yoga and other rest-centered practices allows us to develop deep, meaningful relationships, opens our hearts and minds to more clarity, and even influences our words and deeds through the lens of support and ease. Despite these benefits, commitment to this life-changing practice often lacks collaboration and counsel with other instructors, a vital component of nourishing our capacity and sustaining our teaching over time. This program helps participants foster confidence and finesse in their teaching by: refining space-holding capability through teaching observation, developing creativity through personalized assignments and self-study, and reflecting in 1-on-1 meetings with Alicia Delaney. Pre-requisite attendance in all other module trainings is not required, but is strongly encouraged; those who participate in only this module will create an independent study schedule directly with Alicia. In addition to direct mentorship contact and homework assignments, all participants will be required to attend a practicum and discussion on Saturday, December 12th from 1:00 - 4:00 PM in the Main Studio at Joy of Yoga in order to receive a full 10 hours of continuing education credit.

Facilitator: Alicia Delaney

Location: Main Studio

Cost :$225—or register for all 4 modules by Sept. 18th at a reduced cost of $936!

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A Monthly Cacao, Breath, Astrology, Group Reiki & Sound Experience

The Inner Temple Journey is a monthly afternoon ceremonial gathering — a sacred pause in the middle of the day to return inward, attune to the wisdom of the cosmos, and restore harmony through ritual, breath, energy, and sound.

Each month, our journey is guided by the astrological sign of the season, offering a collective theme for reflection, embodiment, and healing. The zodiac becomes a living map — illuminating the emotional, energetic, and spiritual invitations present at this point in the lunar and solar cycle, and shaping the intention of our time together.

We begin with a heart-opening cacao ceremony, honoring cacao as a sacred plant ally and gentle teacher. Prepared with intention, ceremonial-grade cacao supports emotional openness, embodied presence, and connection — to yourself and to the shared circle.

From there, we move into the medicine of the breath. Through conscious, rhythmic breathwork, we awaken life force energy, release stored tension, and soften emotional holding. Breath becomes the bridge between body and spirit, guiding you toward clarity, vitality, and inner spaciousness.

During the breathwork journey, we will open the field to receive collective Reiki, offering universal life force energy to the group as a whole. This shared energetic field supports nervous system regulation, balance, and integration as breath gently guides the process.

Our journey concludes with healing sound, including crystal singing bowls, resonant vocal tones, and meditative vibrations. Sound gently integrates the afternoon’s work, helping insights and energetic shifts settle and anchor before you return to the rest of your day.

This gathering is open to all — whether you are new to ceremonial spaces or deeply familiar with energy work. Each month is unique, shaped by the astrology of the season and the energy of those present. You are held with care, respect, and attunement, so you may feel safe, supported, and deeply seen.

Meet Your Healing Facilitators

Dr. Charlotte Meier is a multidimensional healer and intuitive guide, blending Reiki, acupuncture, biogeometric chiropractic care, and integrative bodywork to support the release of stagnation, restoration of balance, and reconnection to inner wisdom. Her work is rooted in ancestral awareness, spiritual insight, and body-based healing.

Julie Scott is a Breathwork facilitator and transformational life coach, weaving neuro-rehab, massage therapy, and somatic practices into her work. She supports emotional release, nervous system regulation, and spiritual reconnection with compassion, clarity, and grounded tools for lasting change.

Together, Charlotte and Julie create immersive, soul-centered experiences that honor the whole person — body, mind, and spirit — blending ritual, science, and intuitive practice to support deep healing, empowerment, and self-discovery.

What to Bring

A water bottle, yoga mat, pillow, eye mask, or anything you need to feel comfortable while lying down. Blankets and bolsters are provided.

Ceremonial Cacao Notes

If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, take antidepressants (especially MAOIs or SSRIs), have a heart condition, or are caffeine-sensitive, please consult with your healthcare provider before participating. You may choose a smaller dose or opt out of cacao while still enjoying the full experience.

Preparing for Your Ceremony

For the most supportive experience, we recommend the following within 24 hours beforehand:

• Avoid alcohol, recreational drugs, and heavy or processed foods

• Limit caffeine the morning of the event

• Eat light, nourishing meals and refrain from eating 2–3 hours before the ceremony

• Stay well-hydrated

• Set a personal intention aligned with the astrological theme of the month

• These practices help you arrive grounded, open, and present for this midday sacred journey.

Facilitators: Dr. Charlotte Meier & Julie Scott

Location: Main Studio

Cost: $58

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Step into a winter-season healing journey with Joy Page and Dr. Maegan Lemp for an immersive blend of Acupuncture & Sound Healing designed to nourish the Water–Fire axis and help you reconnect with your truest essence.

As we move through the colder months, our bodies naturally turn inward. In Chinese medicine, this is the season of the Water element, the deep reservoir that holds your ancestral wisdom, your quiet strength, and the most unfiltered version of who you are. When Water is balanced and supported, its truths rise upward to meet the Heart—your inner flame—allowing you to embody your authentic Self in the world with clarity, confidence, and ease.

As the needles are gently placed, Joy will weave a meditative sound journey using crystal and Tibetan bowls, drums, and chimes. These frequencies move like currents of Water and waves of Fire—soothing the nervous system, softening internal resistance, and awakening the subtle intelligence that lives beneath the surface of your awareness.

Dr. Maegan will guide you through an acupuncture treatment that works with the extraordinary meridians pathways that tap into your foundational energy and help realign your mind, body, and spirit. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing for access to the lower legs, forearms, and sternum.

Together, acupuncture and sound become a bridge between the depths and the heart:

Join us as we merge the experience of sound and acupuncture to nourish the Water–Fire axis — inviting clarity, wisdom, and purpose into your Heart.

Facilitator: Dr. Maegan Lemp & Joy Page

Location: Main studio

Cost: $50

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