UPCOMING EVENTS
Joyful Reunion: A Maha Shivaratri Practice with Live Music and Mantra
Join Mary Harju (E-RYT 500, YACEP) and Chris Ananda Miller (musician and Sanskrit scholar) for an afternoon of breathwork, intention-setting, mudra, asana, mantra, and yoga nidra accompanied by live music to celebrate Maha Shivaratri, the end of winter, and the mythical wedding of Shiva and Shakti.
Shiva and Shakti represent the principles of rising consciousness and dynamic manifestation, and through the alchemical union, or yoga, of these currents within the heart we open a portal to the splendor of the summer solstice and bring in blessings for the coming harvest.
This full-immersion practice will be held live, in-studio, and is worth 2 hours of CE credit for yoga teachers registered with Yoga Alliance.
Yoga mats, blocks, blankets, and bolsters will be provided. Water and tea will also be available on site. Please wear comfortable clothing for moving and stretching.
All sales for this event are final (though should it be cancelled without postponement, your registration fee would be refunded).
Awakened Action: Moving through the Yamas
Yoga is inherently a practice for peace and social justice. We’ll explore in movement and discussion the first limb of the eight limbs of yoga, the Yama and Niyama, as tools for creating greater harmony and balance in our selves and in the world.
These tools for well-being and healing are accessible to all, regardless of race, age, gender, sexuality, socioeconomic status, religion…
In this workshop we will introduce the Yama and Niyamas as the foundational concepts of Yoga, and as guiding principles for living through a lens of equity and social justice.
Workshop details: we will introduce the concept of the five Yamas and Niyamas, move through an hour-long, guided practice embodying the philosophy, and come together in community for a discussion of how these principles align with our own values, how we can support each other in integrating and implementing those that resonate most with us, and connect to both the personal and social justice aspects of the first limb of Yoga.
Spring Equinox Sound + Energy Ceremony
Amplify your magic and vibrance within the warm glow of this sacred space! Explore the potent energy of the Spring Equinox—or "Ostara"—with a ritual designed to honor and revitalize your being and to support collective healing and liberation.
Spring invites us to unfurl our being and expand into growth! We will honor the element of air, the wisdom of the heart, and our plant, flower, and winged ancestors from the East. Let us invite gentle, sustainable blooms for all of our sweet buds.
Silent Book Club
Elk Rock Yoga is thrilled to introduce our latest offering - Silent Book Club on the 1st Saturday of the month. This unique and transformative experience combines the joy of reading with the serenity of a mindful yoga space.
In today's fast-paced world, it can be challenging to find the time and space to truly immerse ourselves in literature. The Silent Book Club provides a sanctuary where like-minded individuals can come together to share in the collective experience of reading, without the need for discussion or commentary.
Here's how it works:
Each month, attendees will have the opportunity to read their chosen book in complete silence, allowing the words to wash over them and the characters to come alive.
While there will be no group discussion, the act of reading together in a peaceful, supportive environment fosters a sense of community and shared understanding.
The Silent Book Club at Elk Rock Yoga is more than just a reading group - it's a holistic experience that nourishes the mind, body, and spirit. By combining the transformative power of yoga with the joy of reading, we aim to create a space where individuals can find respite, inspiration, and a deeper connection to themselves and the world around them.
Join us on this literary and yogic journey, and discover the magic that unfolds when we quiet the noise and allow ourselves to be fully present with the written word.
Free community event!
New Year Sound & Energy Ceremony
Amplify your magic and vibrance within the warm glow of this sacred space!
Saturday, Jan. 4 from 3–5 p.m.
$66
Explore the potent energy of new beginnings with a ritual designed to honor and revitalize your being and to support collective healing and liberation.
Winter holds us in a nourishing chrysalis as we return towards light. The new year is a time to honor the wisdom of the body and of our plant, stone, and earth ancestors from the North. Let us nurture and tend to the seeds within, so that we may bloom more fully when we are ready to unfurl.
Our ceremony is an invitation into deeper awareness and care for all of our layers. Let us receive support from our natural allies, tend to our foundational structures, and promote ease and sustainability within.
Our healing container will include:
An immersive sound bath
A whole-body listening experience with energy work—for deep rest, balance, connection with your guides, and overall well-being.
Pranayama (breath work) and movement for activation and clearing of the subtle energy body
Tea ceremony with Alder
For heart-centered guidance, connection to our creativity, and deep roots in support of our personal health and the well-being of earth and community.
EFT variations (Emotional Freedom Technique) and self massage
In support of our nervous system, physical ease and to create more space in the emotional body.
Kriya Yoga
Breath and movement for alignment and activation of our energy body.
Envisioning group altar creation
What are you calling in this year? Bring items, images, symbols, talismans, herbs, etc., that represent what you desire to align with this year.
Water magic
Take home your own ceremonial water in a glass vessel, charged with our rituals and support, bija mantras, and prayers for the greatest good. Water the seeds of your intentions and plant physical seeds in the spring!
Golden Labradorite stone essence
Take home a bottle of energy medicine—to help integrate our ceremony and assist in empowerment and sustainable movement.
Home ritual
A healing recipe to bolster and support our ceremony at home.
Items to bring
Bring crystals, images, symbols, talismans, herbs, etc., that represent what you desire to align with this year for our group envisioning altar.
A journal or something to write on/with.
A yoga mat (some are available onsite) and any items of comfort and support that you like. Props such as blankets, bolsters. and eye pillows will be provided.
New Year Yang to Yin
Mark the end of the calendar year with a 60-minute flow (yang) followed by 30-minutes of passive stretching (yin) with Sarasvati for the perfect way to tune in. Yin yoga supports contemplation for the year. Join in community 12-1:30pm Monday January 1, 2024.
Silent Disco
Silent Disco: A Transformative Experience
In a world of noise, silent disco offers a revolutionary way to immerse in music. Imagine a dance floor where the only sounds are the rhythmic beats pulsing through your headphones, creating a deeply personal and captivating experience.
At Elk Rock Yoga, we're thrilled to offer this unique opportunity monthly every 3rd Saturday. You'll be able to fully surrender to the music, allowing it to transport you to a realm of pure joy.
Silent disco is a social experience that brings people together in a way traditional events cannot. As you sway and groove alongside fellow dancers, you'll be connected by the shared experience, creating a sense of unity and community.
Whether you're looking to let loose or seek a unique way to experience music, our silent disco events are the perfect solution. Join us and discover the transformative power of this one-of-a-kind experience.
Sliding Scale $15 minimum donation
Soul-Stice Silent Disco with Takimba
DJ Takimba serves up soulful sounds for a special Winter Solstice dance party. Two channel headphones to customize your soundscape and inspire you to move! Our monthly Silent Disco event at the studio each third Saturday from 7-10pm. Tickets are pay-what-you-can!
Small Business Saturday
Get ready for the holidays + support your local small business
We’re opening the studio for dedicated retail shopping— items will be on sale, some events + memberships will have special pricing, and a raffle for a Manduka travel mat ($45 value)! Featuring live music by JT Trawick, refreshments, Tarot readings, and loads of fun!
Support your local small business this season, and enjoy some of our lowest prices.
Specials Include*
15% all retail items!
Purchase $150 gift cards for $110!
1st month free with Madrone ($180), or Maple ($120) autopay memberships!
Dogwood Annual Memberships for $1350 ($1600 Value)!
Buy (2) 10-packs for $380 ($392 value)!
*must be purchased on 11/30/24
End of Year Specials**
New Biennial Dogwood Membership ($3100) will include 4 private sessions ($580 value), and $50 credit towards any retail item!
Get the Early Bird Rate for Future Self Retreat at Gather Space on the Long Beach Peninsula $1111 ($1234 Value)!
**rates expire on 12/31/24
Salish Sea Retreat
Gather with community, and stoke your inner flame through seasonal spiritual renewal!
Human beings are creatures of belonging, though they may come to that sense of belonging only through long periods of exile and loneliness.
—David Whyte
Samhain Sound + Energy Ceremony
Explore the potent energy of seasonal transition with a ritual designed to honor and revitalize your being. Samhain is an ancient Celtic tradition, viewed as a portal between worlds and a liminal celebration of the movement from light (summer) to dark (winter).
Dhyanam: The Yogic Practice of Meditation
Learn how to sit comfortably and quietly in meditation and commit to regular practice, the full experience of yoga’s eight limbed path.
Yoga Therapy for your Back and Core
Learn about diaphragmatic breathing in relationship to your nervous system. Practice integrating abdominal muscles into yoga postures!
Yoga For Gardeners
Find out how yoga can help you cultivate your inner garden and rejuvenate your body after tending to your plants.
Summer Solstice Sanctuary
Join us as we embrace the beauty and magic of this celestial phenomenon. Free for ERY Members!
Bounce Back: Burnout Recovery Retreat June
Are you in need of rejuvenation? Seeking an escape daily life? Look no further! Elk Rock Yoga is thrilled to present an exclusive Yoga Retreat, designed to help you rediscover your bliss and reset your mind, body, and spirit.
Hip Rx: Yoga Therapy for Hips
Learn the anatomy and movement of your hips and how that relates to yoga and in everyday movement. This experiential workshop will explore using resistance bands and foam rollers to help you develop a home practice.
Bounce Back: Burnout Recovery Retreat May
Are you in need of rejuvenation? Seeking an escape daily life? Look no further! Elk Rock Yoga is thrilled to present an exclusive Yoga Retreat, designed to help you rediscover your bliss and reset your mind, body, and spirit.
Mother Earth: Slow Flow Yoga with Cacao
Celebrate Earth Day with one of earth's more heart-bursting plant medicines! We stand in solidarity with climate justice and the people and organizations that strive to build inclusive, equitable, clean, and sustainable spaces for current and future generations.
Vernal Sound & Energy Ceremony
Amplify your magic and vibrance within the warm glow of this sacred space! Explore the potent energy of the Vernal, or Spring, with a ritual designed to honor and revitalize your being and to support collective healing and liberation.
Yoga For Sleep
Join Sarasvati as we learn about the neurobiological effects of sleep and how the practices of yoga and meditation support our sleep, health, and dreams.
Future Self Retreat
If the ocean can calm itself, so can you. We are both salt water mixed with air.
– Nayyirah Waheed
Tech Neck Workshop
Reduce symptoms of repetitive stress and strain from hours at the computer with yoga therapy. In this two hour-long class, we will explore yoga postures and breathing which promote relief from upper back & neck strain, TMJ, shoulder & wrist issues. Come learn some useful tips to take to work
Used Equipment Sale
Shop deeply discounted, gently used Manduka mats, bolsters, straps and blocks, browse our retail section of new items on February 3th 3:00-6:00pm.
Awakened Action: Moving through the Yamas
As we move into the new year, coming back to the foundations of the practice, the first limb of Yoga, provides a framework for how we live with ourselves and each other, and for cultivating wellness in both the inner and outer ecologies.
Trans & Queer Yoga
Join us for an all-levels practice, specifically welcoming LGBTQIA+ students led by queer and gender-nonconforming yoga teacher Adam!
New Year Sound & Energy Ceremony
Amplify your magic and vibrance within the warm glow of this sacred space! Explore the potent energy of new beginnings, with a ritual designed to honor and revitalize your being and to support collective healing and liberation.
BIPOC Yoga
BIPOC Hatha & Restore is a gentle offering and gathering space for our BIPOC community!
New Year Yang to Yin
Mark the end of the calendar year with a 60-minute flow (yang) followed by 30-minutes of passive stretching (yin) with Sarasvati for the perfect way to tune in. Yin yoga supports contemplation for the year. Join in community 12-1:30pm Monday January 1, 2024.
Solstice Sanctuary
Join us as we embrace the beauty and magic of this celestial phenomenon. Free for ERY Members!
Yin Yoga for Gratitude
November 23rd join us for a special 90-minute Yin class focused on gratitude.