Let go of that work week tension with a combo of bends and brews. Are you a master of the pretzel hold? Or does the idea of trying to touch your toes make your palms sweat? Don't worry - these classes are meant to be an open space for everyone with a mix of stretching, mobility, strength and yoga flow. To top it off, you can quench your post-class thirst with a pour of mead or cider.
This is an all levels class open to folks of all experience and interest levels, ages 21+. Doors open 20 minutes prior to the class start time, but please arrive a few minutes early to set up your mat and settle in.
What to bring: mat, water, towel and ID.
Price: $15 - includes a 60-minute yoga class and one draft pour. Purchase tickets online or in person. Identification will be verified when you arrive.
Instructors:
Subject to change based on availability
First Sunday of every month - Gretchen Meyers (note: this is a strength & mobility class)
Second Sunday of every month - Carter Scott
Third Sunday of every month - Joni Friedkin
Fourth Sunday of every month - Gretchen Meyers (note: this is a strength & mobility class)
Bios:
Carter Scott started practicing yoga in 1995 and found his passion for teaching in 2007 after making his first feature documentary film "ONE". When making this movie, he spent three years with some of the world's greatest spiritual teachers, authors and icons such as Deepak Chopra, Robert Thurman, RamDas and Thich Nhat Hanh to name a few. Their insight, teaching and inspiration gave him a new voice. He has taken this experience and infused it with traditional asana allowing space for self exploration and focusing on body awareness. He teaches a variety of styles ranging from hatha, vinyasa, yin and restorative. A Michigan native, artist, writer and an independent filmmaker Carter has made Ann Arbor his home since 2012.
Joni Friedkin always encourages her students to try something new or different, find their edge, and let go of whatever did or did not happen on the mat. After all, yoga is a lifelong practice. Students can expect an energizing vinyasa flow, connecting breath to movement, building up to static holds and balancing postures that build strength and calm the mind. In other words: a yoga class that's playful, not too serious (laughing is totally cool) and includes a really good playlist.
Gretchen Meyers became a NASM personal trainer just under 15 years ago. She also has certifications in Sports Specific and Orthopedic exercise specializations, Pre and Post Natal exercise, MMA conditioning, and ACE Mind Body Specializations. She has taken two TRX qualifying courses in general and functional fitness and is Kettlebell certified through both NETA and Kettlebell Kings. She teaches a strength & mobility class at Bløm.