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Foundations of Strength: Pelvic Floor & Core Pilates

Empowering Women's Wellness Across Every Life Stage

With Dr. Emily Bessemer

Fridays at 8:30am

6/27, 7/11, 7/18, 7/25

No Class 7/4

A Four-Week Series, $75 for full series - $25/drop in

Designed and led by Dr. Emily (a pelvic floor physical therapist), this specialized Pilates class provides a transformative approach to core and pelvic floor health. Whether you're navigating postpartum recovery, menopause, or simply seeking to build functional strength, this class offers a scientifically-informed, compassionate path to bodily resilience.

What Makes This Class Unique:

• Expert-Led Instruction: Guided by a licensed pelvic floor physical therapist with deep understanding of women's body mechanics

• Comprehensive Approach: Tailored movements that support pelvic floor health through various life stages

• Safe, Functional Movements: Carefully designed exercises that promote strength, stability, and healing

• Holistic Wellness: Beyond exercise, learn about pelvic floor function, core engagement, and body awareness

Who Will Benefit:

• Women in postpartum recovery

• Those experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction

• Individuals managing incontinence

• Women in perimenopause and menopause

• Anyone seeking to build core strength safely

Class Highlights:

• Individualized modifications for all fitness levels

• Breath work and mindful movement

• Supportive, judgment-free environment

• Small group setting for personalized attention

Reclaim Your Strength. Restore Your Confidence.

Important Note for Pregnant Participants:

Pregnancy Wellness Guidance While we love supporting women's health, this specific class is not suitable for pregnant individuals. We warmly recommend seeking out specialized prenatal Pilates or yoga classes designed to safely support your unique wellness journey during pregnancy. These classes provide tailored movements that nurture both mom and baby.

No prior Pilates experience required. Medical clearance recommended for specific conditions.

Register Here

Creative Connections:

a space to come and create something while connecting with yourself and others.

with Melissa Delizia

Fridays at 10:30 am

7/11, 7/18 & 7/25

$50 for 3 week series, $25/drop in

This class will be 1 hour, starting with a short meditation and a bit of reiki for each participant, leading into creative time with whatever modality speaks to you most (some examples: writing, drawing, collaging, coloring) and ending with some reflective sharing and connecting.

This is a 3 week series with a new theme each month.

Participants are encouraged to bring whatever crafty supplies they feel called to use, but basics like paper, pens, coloring pages supplies will be available always.

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Mediumship Gallery Reading

with Jenna Rose

Friday 7/11

6:30 -8pm

Join us for a mediumship gallery reading, a powerful group experience where Jenna Rose connects with spirit to share messages from loved ones who have crossed over.

Together, we’ll find comfort in knowing our loved ones in spirit are still with us.

While not everyone is guaranteed a personal message, spirit’s guidance will create a shared space of healing, affirming that love truly transcends realms.

This group has a firm 8 person cap, to allow for a intimate container.

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Yoga w/ Weights + Bands

Saturdays  8:45- 9:45am 

3-Week Series, Starting 7/5

7/5, 7/12, 7/19

$75 for the series/ $35 per drop in specialty class

Take your yoga practice to the next level with this dynamic fusion of strength and flow. This class combines traditional yoga postures with light weights and resistance bands to build muscle endurance, improve stability, and enhance flexibility. Expect a mindful, full-body workout that deepens your connection to breath while toning key muscle groups. 

Recommended for individuals with a regular movement practice.  Variations will be offered to meet varying levels. Get ready to move, strengthen, and stretch in a whole new way!

Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.

Register Here

Sunday Flow Series

Sundays at 9AM

6/29, 7/6, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27

$100 for full 5-week series, $25 per drop in

This class focuses on whimsy and flow with an integrative twist.

Through the practice of vinyasas style flowing yoga, mindfulness movement and intentional practice participants will find themselves in flow with season shifts (spring) as well as a practice that opens up to the seasonal integration of the darkest days of the year.

Throughout the Summer Months come practice with us for this fun, warm and inviting eight week series. Dr. Emily integrates moon magic, womb based energetic healing and full solar/sacral plexus work in to all of her offerings.

As the days remain sunnier and brighter it’s important to check in with our physical and energetic centers to allow for calling all of our energy back to ourselves. The energetics of summer can make us feel a bit out of alignment, class is meant to bring us back to center while burning off and shifting through any energetic patterning.

From the summer solstice to the Lughnasadh holiday this class will hold space for you to shine in the next phase of your cyclical journey on the planet.

Register Here

Prenatal Flow

Prenatal Yoga 5 Week Series

Sundays at 10:30 AM

6/29, 7/6, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27

$100 for full 5-week series, $25 per drop in

This Class is IN PERSON at EmBodied Physical Therapy

This series is focused around the seasonal shift of spring with mindfulness practice, breath work and movements all integrated in to a prenatal specific yoga class. In class mamas are encouraged to connect with their baby, create bonding and space with in the body and pelvis to prepare and strengthen for birth.

This class is taught by pelvic floor physical therapist Emily Bessemer. Emily has been in the field of women’s health for over 10 years - working with women of all ages and stages to connect to their pelvic floors, Emily is excited to expand her PF reach to include prenatal yoga out of EmBodied Physical Therapy, her private practice. Expect this series to be interactive and fun! We will focus on moving in the winter season through this integrative practices, getting warm in our bodies and continuing to nurture the life within.

Prenatal Yoga is an amazing adjunct to birth classes and birth preparation for the pelvic floor and more. Through gentle movements, core activation and mobility of the soft tissues around the hips and pelvis it can be utilized to allow for ease and preparation for birth.

Register Here

Embracing Feminine Power - A Virtual Meditation Series

with Jane Riccobono WHNP, CNM and Emily Bessemer PT, DPT, PRPC

A Four-Week Series

Sundays at 12:30pm

6/29, 7/6, 7/13 & 7/20

What can the feminine teach us about creating change in challenging times? This virtual series is designed to help you harness the power of the feminine to transform your life and the world. It's for those who are ready to meet the moment with a different kind of strength than what we see in the dominant culture--a power of fierce protection, rooted in love and care rather than in domination. Over four weeks, cultivate your own feminine power through the time-honored practices of meditation, observing the lunar cycle, and circling. Through gathering, practicing and learning from one another, we will increase our capacity for personal transformation and creating collective change.

Through meditation practices, you will tap into your inner wisdom, unlocking the strength and clarity needed to make small yet powerful changes in your life that ripple outward. Through ceremony and space holding, find community and connect with yourself as we integrate the often overwhelming information from the outside world and alchemize it into meaningful action that creates lasting impact.

What you get when you sign up:

• Four 60-minute LIVE guided circles for meditation practice, dharma talks and discussion on the importance of interoception when it comes to making lasting impact.

• What'sApp Group Chat moderated by Jane and Emily to foster connection and accountability for meditation practice between sessions.

• A sacred container in which to be seen, heard, and nourished.

Outline:

Class 1: Opening Ceremony - Intention Setting (New Moon)

Class 2: Meditation and Hormones, Nervous System Regulation through practice

Class 3: Wisdom in Action - Embracing our Kali Power (Full Moon)

Class 4: Closing Ceremony - Integration

This class is for beginner through advanced meditators, and is a space to practice meditation and harness the power of rest, recalibration and paced action in the world.

By signing up, you commit to a daily meditation practice throughout the program. If you don't yet have a meditation practice, it's recommended to begin to practice for three minutes daily prior to the start date.

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Yin + Sound 

Sunday July 13th at 4pm

Experience a guided mind-body meditation with Yin Yoga infused with the high vibrations of a Sound Bath. This harmonious blend of sound healing and yoga creates a serene space for deep relaxation and rejuvenation.

Yin Yoga poses are designed to release tension and enhance a mindful awareness of the physical body and breath. This practice is accompanied by a deeply-immersive, full-body listening experience that intentionally uses sound to invite gentle yet powerful therapeutic and restorative processes to nurture the mind and body. 

This fusion of healing modalities offers participants the opportunity to immerse themselves in awareness, deep breathing, and meditation. Prior yoga and/or meditation experience is not required. All are welcome. 

This class is led by Shannon Hawley and Rebecca White. 

Shannon Hawley is a sound therapist, breathwork facilitator and singer-songwriter based in Point Pleasant, NJ. She holds space for individuals and groups to slow down, listen deeply to themselves, and practice self-healing together. She is a trained clinical social worker (MSW) and has just released her second album, STARTHROWERS, dedicated to caretakers and those brave enough to love in a brutiful world.

Rebecca is a certified yoga instructor with 500+ hours of training and education. She has been teaching yoga and meditation for over 14 years in the Jersey Shore community. Her classes focus on the connection between the body, mind, and breath to teach students how to move with awareness to develop a dynamic and safe practice.

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Posture Pilates: Realign & Restore

with Dr. Emily

A Five Week Series Starting 7/8 at 8:30am

7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29 and 8/5

Combat the daily demands on your body with this specialized Pilates class designed by a pelvic floor physical therapist. Whether you're dealing with "text neck" from screen time, rounded shoulders from desk work, postural changes from breastfeeding, or that familiar ache from curling up with a good beach read, this class targets the root causes of poor posture.

Through mindful movement and precise alignment cues, you'll work to both lengthen tight, overworked muscles and strengthen the deep stabilizers that support optimal posture. Each session focuses on creating balance between the front and back of your body, addressing the forward head posture and rounded shoulder patterns that have become so common in our modern lives.

Using Pilates principles of core stability and controlled movement, you'll learn to activate your deep neck flexors, strengthen your upper back, and engage your pelvic floor as part of your body's natural support system. The class emphasizes quality over quantity, helping you develop body awareness that carries into your daily activities.

Expect gentle yet effective exercises that target the thoracic spine, shoulder blade stability, and hip flexor lengthening.

You'll leave feeling taller, more balanced, and equipped with tools to maintain better posture throughout your day.

All levels welcome - modifications provided for every exercise.

Perfect for anyone spending long hours at a computer, new mothers, or anyone looking to improve their posture and reduce tension.

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Strong Woman - Abs + Total Body:

Building Foundational Strength

Hormonal Health in ALL Phases of a Woman’s Life

Tuesdays at 10:30am

6/24, 7/1, 7/8, 7/15

$75 for the full 4 week series, $25 / drop in

Learn how to safely strengthen your body throughout your womanhood journey. Whether you have no interest in becoming pregnant, are in the pre-conception stage, are currently pregnant or postpartum, was never pregnant, are postpartum 10+ years, or are entering your wise woman era, this class is for you!

This whole-body corrective exercise based, bootcamp-style program will focus on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) and mastering muscle activation in basic primal movement patterns such as squats, lunges, bending, twisting, pulling, and pushing.

These types of movements are executed every single day, whether picking up a child, getting out of bed, carrying groceries, opening a car door, mopping the floor, playing your favorite sport, or taking your favorite gym class, to name a few. I will teach you how to optimally use your inner core unit through conscious breathing techniques that you will incorporate into your daily life. This will strengthen the foundational muscles that provide posture, stability, balance, and deep holistic strength.

Say goodbye to chronic conditions such as lower back pain, sacro-iliac joint dysfunction, urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, and sciatic pain.

We will begin our class with breath and core activation. After your core is properly activated and engaged, we will move on to abdominal strengthening and total body strength circuits utilizing hand weights, bands, and barre balls that will target your glutes, core, shoulder girdle, and chest. We will top off class with a cardio circuit to build endurance.

Be prepared to breathe, work, sweat and leave feeling energized, strong, and relaxed! Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing.

Barefoot/Grippy socks preferred. Non-mobile babies welcomed!

Please be advised this class is for mothers at least 10 weeks postpartum. Please see Postpartum Reconnect + Restore if you are less than 10 weeks postpartum.

Sign Up Here

New to the Mat

A class for every curious heart and cautious beginner.

with Lauren Measure

Tuesdays at 5pm

July 1, 15, 22 & 29 (no class July 8th)

New to the Mat is a safe, supportive space for those starting or rekindling their yoga journey.

We’ll move through simple sequences with clear, encouraging guidance—focusing on how the poses feel, not how they look.

Expect plenty of breath reminders, gentle transitions, and the freedom to pause, modify, or explore what works best in your body.

This isn’t about perfection—it’s about showing up, tuning in, and growing at your own pace.

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Blissful Summer Flow

with Alana Keffer

Tuesdays starting 7/8 at 6:30pm

7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29

Step into the radiant energy of July with our Blissful Summer Flow Yoga Series.

This 4-week series is designed to embody the warmth, and uplifting spirit of summer.

Each week, we’ll explore gentle, flowy sequences that harness the sun’s energy—encouraging openness to move with the rhythm of the season.

What to Expect:

• Accessible Flows: We’ll use props like blocks, blankets, and bolsters to ensure comfort and safety as we flow through a hatha/ vinyasa style practice.

• Uplifting Vibes: Expect playful movement, heart-opening postures, and mindful breathwork to elevate your spirit.

• Healing Authenticity: Each class is an invitation to nurture your right now self.

No expectations or previous experiences needed to flow and celebrate you showing up.

Let’s move, shine, and connect together embracing the true essence of summer both on and off the mat.

Reserve your spot and join us for a month of movement, healing, and summer-inspired joy!

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Kundalini Yoga 

Wednesdays (starting 7/9) at 10:30am

7/9, 7/16, 7/23 and 7/30

sign up for the full month and get a recording for daily practice

with Shannon Hawley

$75 for full series or $25 for drop in

Delve deeper into your own energetic practice. Kundalini yoga is as much of a spiritual practice as it is a movement meditation to deepen your connection to your inner and outer worlds. This offering begins the first Wednesday of the month and will invite you to develop a 40 day practice with a krya or framework of specific breathing techniques, asanas, mudras, and mantras.

An exchange of $75 to receive your recorded krya (so you can practice at home)  and attend weekly live in-person classes for the month of December.

July- Krya of Openness

Future Kryas:

September- Krya of the Tao

October - Sage Warrior Krya

Interested? Here’s Further Infromation!

Where: EmBodied Physical Therapy (1009 ARNOLD AVE, Suite 1B, Point Pleasant NJ)

When: Wednesdays at 10:30am

How Much: $75 for full series or $25 for drop in

This is a very limited space – so make sure to reserve your space now if interested!

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Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group

with Kim Guccione

Wednesdays at 12:30 pm

Research has shown that peer support is the most reliable predictor that a mother will successfully breastfeed her baby.

Join our support group to create a community of like-minded mamas and to enhance your breastfeeding journey.

Come to share your expertise or to listen to other mothers' experiences- let's co-create the village that you've been searching for!

Sliding Scale Suggested Donation: $10-20

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Prenatal Labor Training and Visualization

with Krista O’Dea of One Strong Mother

Wednesdays at 5pm - A 3 Week Series

7/2, 7/9, 7/16

$50 for full 3 week series, $25/drop in

Prepare your mind and body for your upcoming labor and birth!

Class will begin with breath work to quiet the mind, bring attention inward, and relax and open the pelvic floor.

Through breath, we will use our transverse abdominals and practice “open sphincter pushing” as an option to utilize when you feel the urge to push. These techniques will be used in various birthing positions so that you are confident no matter which option you choose.

We will then move onto various pelvic openers to open the pelvic inlet, mid-pelvis, and pelvic outlet to assist you during labor. Since labor is a primal physical event, we will mimic the ebb and flow of contractions by “working” for one minute while utilizing the breathing techniques to quiet the mind. Once work is done, we will use our breath to return inward to “rest” in order to prepare for the next round of work.

Lastly, we will focus on meditation and relaxation techniques to build mental endurance while incorporating visualizations to inspire a positive birth experience and communicate with your growing baby.

Meditation, visualization, positive thoughts and affirming words promote stress resiliency as well as stress reduction. But that’s not all! Imagery improves performance; if you go there in the mind, you can go there in the body!

Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing. Grippy socks are optional as barefoot is preferred.

Strong Woman:

Building Foundational Strength

Hormonal Health in ALL Phases of a Woman’s Life

Wednesdays @ 6:30pm

7/2, 7/9, and 7/16

$50 for the full 3 week series, $25 / drop in

Learn how to safely strengthen your body throughout your womanhood journey. Whether you have no interest in becoming pregnant, are in the pre-conception stage, are currently pregnant or postpartum, was never pregnant, are postpartum 10+ years, or are entering your wise woman era, this class is for you!

This whole-body corrective exercise based, bootcamp-style program will focus on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) and mastering muscle activation in basic primal movement patterns such as squats, lunges, bending, twisting, pulling, and pushing.

These types of movements are executed every single day, whether picking up a child, getting out of bed, carrying groceries, opening a car door, mopping the floor, playing your favorite sport, or taking your favorite gym class, to name a few. I will teach you how to optimally use your inner core unit through conscious breathing techniques that you will incorporate into your daily life. This will strengthen the foundational muscles that provide posture, stability, balance, and deep holistic strength.

Say goodbye to chronic conditions such as lower back pain, sacro-iliac joint dysfunction, urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, and sciatic pain.

We will begin our class with breath and core activation. After your core is properly activated and engaged, we will move on to abdominal strengthening and total body strength circuits utilizing hand weights, bands, and barre balls that will target your glutes, core, shoulder girdle, and chest. We will top off class with a cardio circuit to build endurance.

Be prepared to breathe, work, sweat and leave feeling energized, strong, and relaxed! Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing.

Barefoot/Grippy socks preferred. Non-mobile babies welcomed!

Please be advised this class is for mothers at least 10 weeks postpartum. Please see Postpartum Reconnect + Restore if you are less than 10 weeks postpartum.

Register Here

Prenatal Yoga with Karen Carola - Chakra Series

6 WEEKS

Location: EmBodied Physical Therapy

When: Thursdays at 6:30pm

June 19, 26 + July 3, 10, 17, 31

No Class July 24th

$125 for the full 6 week series/$25 per drop in

In this prenatal series : work through the levels of the body energetically and physically with Karen. As class progresses you’ll move through the various energy centers with the use of chanting, postures for stretching and movement and breath/mindfulness practices through out. Through working with the energy of the chakras you can make sure you are learning for the whole body and so much more.

Prenatal Yoga is an amazing adjunct to birth classes and birth preparation for the pelvic floor and more. Through gentle movements, core activation and mobility of the soft tissues around the hips and pelvis it can be utilized to allow for ease and preparation for birth.

Experience the power of pregnancy with Karen Carola! Karen has assisted more than 3,500 women in delivering their children and is currently the Director of Midwifery for OGOA. Bringing together the unique perspectives of a registered midwife, over 35 years of OB-GYN experience, and a 500 hour RYT, Karen shares the secrets to a safe and empowering pregnancy, labor, and birth.

Karen Carola graduated from Columbia University with a Masters of Science in Midwifery in 1986. She brings her immense knowledge into all of her classes!

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Foundations of Strength: Pelvic Floor & Core Pilates

Empowering Women's Wellness Across Every Life Stage

With Dr. Emily Bessemer

Fridays at 8:30am

6/27, 7/11, 7/18, 7/25

No Class 7/4

A Four-Week Series, $75 for full series - $25/drop in

Designed and led by Dr. Emily (a pelvic floor physical therapist), this specialized Pilates class provides a transformative approach to core and pelvic floor health. Whether you're navigating postpartum recovery, menopause, or simply seeking to build functional strength, this class offers a scientifically-informed, compassionate path to bodily resilience.

What Makes This Class Unique:

• Expert-Led Instruction: Guided by a licensed pelvic floor physical therapist with deep understanding of women's body mechanics

• Comprehensive Approach: Tailored movements that support pelvic floor health through various life stages

• Safe, Functional Movements: Carefully designed exercises that promote strength, stability, and healing

• Holistic Wellness: Beyond exercise, learn about pelvic floor function, core engagement, and body awareness

Who Will Benefit:

• Women in postpartum recovery

• Those experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction

• Individuals managing incontinence

• Women in perimenopause and menopause

• Anyone seeking to build core strength safely

Class Highlights:

• Individualized modifications for all fitness levels

• Breath work and mindful movement

• Supportive, judgment-free environment

• Small group setting for personalized attention

Reclaim Your Strength. Restore Your Confidence.

Important Note for Pregnant Participants:

Pregnancy Wellness Guidance While we love supporting women's health, this specific class is not suitable for pregnant individuals. We warmly recommend seeking out specialized prenatal Pilates or yoga classes designed to safely support your unique wellness journey during pregnancy. These classes provide tailored movements that nurture both mom and baby.

No prior Pilates experience required. Medical clearance recommended for specific conditions.

Register Here

Creative Connections:

a space to come and create something while connecting with yourself and others.

with Melissa Delizia

Fridays at 10:30 am

7/11, 7/18 & 7/25

$50 for 3 week series, $25/drop in

This class will be 1 hour, starting with a short meditation and a bit of reiki for each participant, leading into creative time with whatever modality speaks to you most (some examples: writing, drawing, collaging, coloring) and ending with some reflective sharing and connecting.

This is a 3 week series with a new theme each month.

Participants are encouraged to bring whatever crafty supplies they feel called to use, but basics like paper, pens, coloring pages supplies will be available always.

Register Here

Yoga w/ Weights + Bands

Saturdays  8:45- 9:45am 

3-Week Series, Starting 7/5

7/5, 7/12, 7/19

$75 for the series/ $35 per drop in specialty class

Take your yoga practice to the next level with this dynamic fusion of strength and flow. This class combines traditional yoga postures with light weights and resistance bands to build muscle endurance, improve stability, and enhance flexibility. Expect a mindful, full-body workout that deepens your connection to breath while toning key muscle groups. 

Recommended for individuals with a regular movement practice.  Variations will be offered to meet varying levels. Get ready to move, strengthen, and stretch in a whole new way!

Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.

Register Here

Childbirth Education Class

Saturday, July 19th

10-12PM

Experience the power of pregnancy with Karen Carola.

Karen has assisted more than 3,500 women in delivering their children and is currently the Director of Midwifery for Ocean Gynecological and Obstetrical Associates. Bringing together the unique perspectives of a registered midwife, 35+ years of OB-GYN experience, and a 500 hour RYT, Karen shares the secrets to a safe and empowering pregnancy, labor, and birth.Using her experience as a medical professional, Karen will give an overview of the stages of labor and offer breathing and positioning to maximize the progress of labor. She will also give specific techniques for pushing and offer couples ways to support each other in labor. She will take time to answer anyand all questions or concerns you or your partner may have regarding labor, birth, or your time in the hospital

This class size is limited to 4 couples (birthing person and partner) - anticipate an intimate group with the ability to ask questions, connect and spend time with the one and only Karen Carola.

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Sacred Sound & Energy Activation

with Jenna Rose

July 19th 2-3:30pm

Join Jenna Rose for a Sound Bath & Psychoactive Meditation, rooted in ancient Druidic energy work.

This experience will guide you in learning how to activate your own healing energy for energetic protection, clearing, and self-healing.

In this 90-minute workshop, you will learn practical tools and techniques to harness your personal healing power and integrate it into your daily life.

You’ll leave with a deeper understanding of your energy system and the ability to activate and clear your own energy whenever you need it.

Register Here

Sunday Flow Series

Sundays at 9AM

6/29, 7/6, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27

$100 for full 5-week series, $25 per drop in

This class focuses on whimsy and flow with an integrative twist.

Through the practice of vinyasas style flowing yoga, mindfulness movement and intentional practice participants will find themselves in flow with season shifts (spring) as well as a practice that opens up to the seasonal integration of the darkest days of the year.

Throughout the Summer Months come practice with us for this fun, warm and inviting eight week series. Dr. Emily integrates moon magic, womb based energetic healing and full solar/sacral plexus work in to all of her offerings.

As the days remain sunnier and brighter it’s important to check in with our physical and energetic centers to allow for calling all of our energy back to ourselves. The energetics of summer can make us feel a bit out of alignment, class is meant to bring us back to center while burning off and shifting through any energetic patterning.

From the summer solstice to the Lughnasadh holiday this class will hold space for you to shine in the next phase of your cyclical journey on the planet.

Register Here

Prenatal Flow

Prenatal Yoga 5 Week Series

Sundays at 10:30 AM

6/29, 7/6, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27

$100 for full 5-week series, $25 per drop in

This Class is IN PERSON at EmBodied Physical Therapy

This series is focused around the seasonal shift of spring with mindfulness practice, breath work and movements all integrated in to a prenatal specific yoga class. In class mamas are encouraged to connect with their baby, create bonding and space with in the body and pelvis to prepare and strengthen for birth.

This class is taught by pelvic floor physical therapist Emily Bessemer. Emily has been in the field of women’s health for over 10 years - working with women of all ages and stages to connect to their pelvic floors, Emily is excited to expand her PF reach to include prenatal yoga out of EmBodied Physical Therapy, her private practice. Expect this series to be interactive and fun! We will focus on moving in the winter season through this integrative practices, getting warm in our bodies and continuing to nurture the life within.

Prenatal Yoga is an amazing adjunct to birth classes and birth preparation for the pelvic floor and more. Through gentle movements, core activation and mobility of the soft tissues around the hips and pelvis it can be utilized to allow for ease and preparation for birth.

Register Here

Breastfeeding Basics

with Kim Guccione

Sunday 7/20 at 12pm

This 90 minute class is designed to prepare mothers-to-be to nurse their newborn.

We will set realistic expectations, add breastfeeding basics to birth plans and discuss tips for breastfeeding success.

As a society, our trend is to prepare for birth and "see what happens" with feeding our baby. Although no one can prepare us for the birth of a child and each breastfeeding dyad is unique, understanding the basics of how breastfeeding works and catching a glimpse of what to expect at the beginning of nursing can set us up for a successful start and a more rewarding experience.

It is ideal to take this class around 27-32 weeks of pregnancy.

Partners are welcome!

Class includes access to online materials for future reference.

Register Here

Embracing Feminine Power - A Virtual Meditation Series

with Jane Riccobono WHNP, CNM and Emily Bessemer PT, DPT, PRPC

A Four-Week Series

Sundays at 12:30pm

6/29, 7/6, 7/13 & 7/20

What can the feminine teach us about creating change in challenging times? This virtual series is designed to help you harness the power of the feminine to transform your life and the world. It's for those who are ready to meet the moment with a different kind of strength than what we see in the dominant culture--a power of fierce protection, rooted in love and care rather than in domination. Over four weeks, cultivate your own feminine power through the time-honored practices of meditation, observing the lunar cycle, and circling. Through gathering, practicing and learning from one another, we will increase our capacity for personal transformation and creating collective change.

Through meditation practices, you will tap into your inner wisdom, unlocking the strength and clarity needed to make small yet powerful changes in your life that ripple outward. Through ceremony and space holding, find community and connect with yourself as we integrate the often overwhelming information from the outside world and alchemize it into meaningful action that creates lasting impact.

What you get when you sign up:

• Four 60-minute LIVE guided circles for meditation practice, dharma talks and discussion on the importance of interoception when it comes to making lasting impact.

• What'sApp Group Chat moderated by Jane and Emily to foster connection and accountability for meditation practice between sessions.

• A sacred container in which to be seen, heard, and nourished.

Outline:

Class 1: Opening Ceremony - Intention Setting (New Moon)

Class 2: Meditation and Hormones, Nervous System Regulation through practice

Class 3: Wisdom in Action - Embracing our Kali Power (Full Moon)

Class 4: Closing Ceremony - Integration

This class is for beginner through advanced meditators, and is a space to practice meditation and harness the power of rest, recalibration and paced action in the world.

By signing up, you commit to a daily meditation practice throughout the program. If you don't yet have a meditation practice, it's recommended to begin to practice for three minutes daily prior to the start date.

Register Here

Intro to Yoga and Mindfulness for Kids

with Kat Benny

Sunday 7/20, 2-4pm

Discover the joy of sharing yoga and mindfulness with children in this engaging and practical 2 hour introductory workshop.

Whether you're a teacher, parent, caregiver, or aspiring kids’ yoga instructor, this course offers the foundational tools you need to begin leading fun, age-appropriate, and meaningful practices for children.

Through this interactive workshop you will learn how to introduce yoga poses, breathwork, and mindfulness techniques in a playful and accessible way through mock classes and hands-on activities.

You'll explore child development basics, emotional regulation tools, classroom management tips, and how to create calming experiences for children of all ages.

By the end of the workshop, you’ll leave with a toolkit of kid-friendly yoga poses, games, mindfulness exercises, and relaxation techniques that can be implemented right away!

Perfect for: Educators, parents, yoga practitioners, therapists, and anyone passionate about supporting children’s well-being through movement and mindfulness.

No prior yoga teaching experience required.

This workshop is eligible for 2 Yoga Alliance CE hours

Register Here

Mindful Mornings

with Kat Benny

Mondays @ 8:30am

7/21, 7/28, 8/4, 8/11

$75 for the 4 week series, $25 per drop in

Start your day with intention in this nurturing class designed to awaken both your body and mind.

Each Mindful Mornings class will incorporate gentle yoga, breath work, and meditation to create a holistic self-care practice that sets a positive tone for the rest of your day.

Our practice will close with an opportunity for journaling to help cultivate gratitude and self-reflection.

Whether you are new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, this class invites you to slow down and connect with yourself.

Bring your journal and your favorite morning beverage and let’s celebrate the new day.

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Shadow Work Container

A 3-Month Journey of Deep Healing

Biweekly Sessions | Dates: 6/9/25, 6/23/25, 7/7/25, 7/21/25, 8/4/25, 8/18/25
6:30pm-8:00pm

Step into a transformative 3-month journey where you'll explore the depths of your subconscious, release limiting beliefs, and reclaim your power.

This intimate container meets every other week, guiding you through shadow work with a blend of meditation, inner child healing, and transmuting shame.

Each session is thoughtfully curated to provide a safe and sacred space for your evolution. This is an invitation to meet your shadows with compassion, courage, and alchemy

Energetic exchange: $300 per person.

This is a closed container, designed for committed participants, meaning no drop-ins will be accepted.

Individual sessions with Jenna Rose are available at a discounted rate for participants in the series.

Register Here

Posture Pilates: Realign & Restore

with Dr. Emily

A Five Week Series Starting 7/8 at 8:30am

7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29 and 8/5

Combat the daily demands on your body with this specialized Pilates class designed by a pelvic floor physical therapist. Whether you're dealing with "text neck" from screen time, rounded shoulders from desk work, postural changes from breastfeeding, or that familiar ache from curling up with a good beach read, this class targets the root causes of poor posture.

Through mindful movement and precise alignment cues, you'll work to both lengthen tight, overworked muscles and strengthen the deep stabilizers that support optimal posture. Each session focuses on creating balance between the front and back of your body, addressing the forward head posture and rounded shoulder patterns that have become so common in our modern lives.

Using Pilates principles of core stability and controlled movement, you'll learn to activate your deep neck flexors, strengthen your upper back, and engage your pelvic floor as part of your body's natural support system. The class emphasizes quality over quantity, helping you develop body awareness that carries into your daily activities.

Expect gentle yet effective exercises that target the thoracic spine, shoulder blade stability, and hip flexor lengthening.

You'll leave feeling taller, more balanced, and equipped with tools to maintain better posture throughout your day.

All levels welcome - modifications provided for every exercise.

Perfect for anyone spending long hours at a computer, new mothers, or anyone looking to improve their posture and reduce tension.

Sign Up Here

New to the Mat

A class for every curious heart and cautious beginner.

with Lauren Measure

Tuesdays at 5pm

July 1, 15, 22 & 29 (no class July 8th)

New to the Mat is a safe, supportive space for those starting or rekindling their yoga journey.

We’ll move through simple sequences with clear, encouraging guidance—focusing on how the poses feel, not how they look.

Expect plenty of breath reminders, gentle transitions, and the freedom to pause, modify, or explore what works best in your body.

This isn’t about perfection—it’s about showing up, tuning in, and growing at your own pace.

Register Here

Blissful Summer Flow

with Alana Keffer

Tuesdays starting 7/8 at 6:30pm

7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29

Step into the radiant energy of July with our Blissful Summer Flow Yoga Series.

This 4-week series is designed to embody the warmth, and uplifting spirit of summer.

Each week, we’ll explore gentle, flowy sequences that harness the sun’s energy—encouraging openness to move with the rhythm of the season.

What to Expect:

• Accessible Flows: We’ll use props like blocks, blankets, and bolsters to ensure comfort and safety as we flow through a hatha/ vinyasa style practice.

• Uplifting Vibes: Expect playful movement, heart-opening postures, and mindful breathwork to elevate your spirit.

• Healing Authenticity: Each class is an invitation to nurture your right now self.

No expectations or previous experiences needed to flow and celebrate you showing up.

Let’s move, shine, and connect together embracing the true essence of summer both on and off the mat.

Reserve your spot and join us for a month of movement, healing, and summer-inspired joy!

Register Here

Mindful Mornings

with Kat Benny

Wednesdays @ 8:30am

7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13

$75 for the 4 week series, $25 per drop in

Start your day with intention in this nurturing class designed to awaken both your body and mind.

Each Mindful Mornings class will incorporate gentle yoga, breath work, and meditation to create a holistic self-care practice that sets a positive tone for the rest of your day.

Our practice will close with an opportunity for journaling to help cultivate gratitude and self-reflection.

Whether you are new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, this class invites you to slow down and connect with yourself.

Bring your journal and your favorite morning beverage and let’s celebrate the new day.

Register Here

Kundalini Yoga 

Wednesdays (starting 7/9) at 10:30am

7/9, 7/16, 7/23 and 7/30

sign up for the full month and get a recording for daily practice

with Shannon Hawley

$75 for full series or $25 for drop in

Delve deeper into your own energetic practice. Kundalini yoga is as much of a spiritual practice as it is a movement meditation to deepen your connection to your inner and outer worlds. This offering begins the first Wednesday of the month and will invite you to develop a 40 day practice with a krya or framework of specific breathing techniques, asanas, mudras, and mantras.

An exchange of $75 to receive your recorded krya (so you can practice at home)  and attend weekly live in-person classes for the month of December.

July- Krya of Openness

Future Kryas:

September- Krya of the Tao

October - Sage Warrior Krya

Interested? Here’s Further Infromation!

Where: EmBodied Physical Therapy (1009 ARNOLD AVE, Suite 1B, Point Pleasant NJ)

When: Wednesdays at 10:30am

How Much: $75 for full series or $25 for drop in

This is a very limited space – so make sure to reserve your space now if interested!

Register Here

Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group

with Kim Guccione

Wednesdays at 12:30 pm

Research has shown that peer support is the most reliable predictor that a mother will successfully breastfeed her baby.

Join our support group to create a community of like-minded mamas and to enhance your breastfeeding journey.

Come to share your expertise or to listen to other mothers' experiences- let's co-create the village that you've been searching for!

Sliding Scale Suggested Donation: $10-20

Register Here

Grieving Reiki

with Melissa Delizia

Wednesday 7/23 at 6:30pm

Sliding Scale Donation Based - Suggested Donation $20-40

Grievers of any kind welcome here!

This workshop will focus on making space for our grief, honoring it in our own ways, and sharing it with and feeling held by each other in this collective space.

Melissa will lead the group with some energy work for the collective and for each individual and offer with some intuitive messages through automatic writing for each participant.

Attendees will be encouraged to ground into this relaxing space and share as much or as little about their grief experience as feels comfortable for them.

Register Here

Walking Meditation Group

w/ Rebecca F. White, MA, CYT-500

Thursdays 9:15-9:45am

Donation-Based/Sliding Scale Offering (contribute what you can)

Slow Down. Breathe. Connect.

Practice a guided walking meditation — a mindful journey to calm your mind, move with ease, and connect with nature. The walk will be in silence. The intention is to immerse the mind’s focus on the sensory experience of walking outside.

No experience needed. Every Body is Welcome.

Bring comfortable shoes, preferred sun protection, and an open heart.

In the case of inclement weather, a guided meditation will be offered inside the studio at EmBodied Physical Therapy.

Please contact Rebecca with specific questions at: rfwhite1221@gmail.com or on Instagram @yoga_rebecca4515

Register Here

Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga

Thursdays 10am

5 - Week Starting 7/24

7/24, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28

No class 7/31

$100 for 5 weeks/ $25 to Drop-In

Start your Thursday with gentle and balanced Yoga Practice.

Classes include:

·   Yoga poses with variations offered

·   Pranayama (breathing exercises)

·   Relaxation

·   Mindfulness + Meditation

Classes welcome inquiry and offer a safe space to explore the connection between the body, mind and breath. This class is open to all levels and is beginner friendly.

Thursdays 10-11am

Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.

Register Here

Foundations of Strength: Pelvic Floor & Core Pilates

Empowering Women's Wellness Across Every Life Stage

With Dr. Emily Bessemer

Fridays at 8:30am

6/27, 7/11, 7/18, 7/25

No Class 7/4

A Four-Week Series, $75 for full series - $25/drop in

Designed and led by Dr. Emily (a pelvic floor physical therapist), this specialized Pilates class provides a transformative approach to core and pelvic floor health. Whether you're navigating postpartum recovery, menopause, or simply seeking to build functional strength, this class offers a scientifically-informed, compassionate path to bodily resilience.

What Makes This Class Unique:

• Expert-Led Instruction: Guided by a licensed pelvic floor physical therapist with deep understanding of women's body mechanics

• Comprehensive Approach: Tailored movements that support pelvic floor health through various life stages

• Safe, Functional Movements: Carefully designed exercises that promote strength, stability, and healing

• Holistic Wellness: Beyond exercise, learn about pelvic floor function, core engagement, and body awareness

Who Will Benefit:

• Women in postpartum recovery

• Those experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction

• Individuals managing incontinence

• Women in perimenopause and menopause

• Anyone seeking to build core strength safely

Class Highlights:

• Individualized modifications for all fitness levels

• Breath work and mindful movement

• Supportive, judgment-free environment

• Small group setting for personalized attention

Reclaim Your Strength. Restore Your Confidence.

Important Note for Pregnant Participants:

Pregnancy Wellness Guidance While we love supporting women's health, this specific class is not suitable for pregnant individuals. We warmly recommend seeking out specialized prenatal Pilates or yoga classes designed to safely support your unique wellness journey during pregnancy. These classes provide tailored movements that nurture both mom and baby.

No prior Pilates experience required. Medical clearance recommended for specific conditions.

Register Here

Creative Connections:

a space to come and create something while connecting with yourself and others.

with Melissa Delizia

Fridays at 10:30 am

7/11, 7/18 & 7/25

$50 for 3 week series, $25/drop in

This class will be 1 hour, starting with a short meditation and a bit of reiki for each participant, leading into creative time with whatever modality speaks to you most (some examples: writing, drawing, collaging, coloring) and ending with some reflective sharing and connecting.

This is a 3 week series with a new theme each month.

Participants are encouraged to bring whatever crafty supplies they feel called to use, but basics like paper, pens, coloring pages supplies will be available always.

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Preparing for Postpartum: A Holistic Guide to Your Fourth Trimester

with Julia Alvarez

Saturday 7/26 at 11:00-1:00pm

This workshop is designed to help mothers-to-be create a peaceful, supported, and healing postpartum experience.

Rooted in Ayurveda, traditional postpartum care, and intuitive wisdom, this class will guide you through the essential elements of a well-prepared fourth trimester.

In this class, you will learn:

• Ayurvedic principles for postpartum recovery, including warming foods, herbal care, and rituals

• Self-care practices to promote rest and healing

• Daily rhythms for both you and baby

• How to nourish your body with meals and teas

• The role of bodywork, breath, and movement in restoring balance after birth

• Building your village: practical ways to create a postpartum support system

• How to honor your transition into motherhood and make it sacred

Class includes handouts, recipes and resources.

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Sunday Flow Series

Sundays at 9AM

6/29, 7/6, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27

$100 for full 5-week series, $25 per drop in

This class focuses on whimsy and flow with an integrative twist.

Through the practice of vinyasas style flowing yoga, mindfulness movement and intentional practice participants will find themselves in flow with season shifts (spring) as well as a practice that opens up to the seasonal integration of the darkest days of the year.

Throughout the Summer Months come practice with us for this fun, warm and inviting eight week series. Dr. Emily integrates moon magic, womb based energetic healing and full solar/sacral plexus work in to all of her offerings.

As the days remain sunnier and brighter it’s important to check in with our physical and energetic centers to allow for calling all of our energy back to ourselves. The energetics of summer can make us feel a bit out of alignment, class is meant to bring us back to center while burning off and shifting through any energetic patterning.

From the summer solstice to the Lughnasadh holiday this class will hold space for you to shine in the next phase of your cyclical journey on the planet.

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Prenatal Flow

Prenatal Yoga 5 Week Series

Sundays at 10:30 AM

6/29, 7/6, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27

$100 for full 5-week series, $25 per drop in

This Class is IN PERSON at EmBodied Physical Therapy

This series is focused around the seasonal shift of spring with mindfulness practice, breath work and movements all integrated in to a prenatal specific yoga class. In class mamas are encouraged to connect with their baby, create bonding and space with in the body and pelvis to prepare and strengthen for birth.

This class is taught by pelvic floor physical therapist Emily Bessemer. Emily has been in the field of women’s health for over 10 years - working with women of all ages and stages to connect to their pelvic floors, Emily is excited to expand her PF reach to include prenatal yoga out of EmBodied Physical Therapy, her private practice. Expect this series to be interactive and fun! We will focus on moving in the winter season through this integrative practices, getting warm in our bodies and continuing to nurture the life within.

Prenatal Yoga is an amazing adjunct to birth classes and birth preparation for the pelvic floor and more. Through gentle movements, core activation and mobility of the soft tissues around the hips and pelvis it can be utilized to allow for ease and preparation for birth.

Register Here

Herbal Plant Spirit Meditation

july 27 : flourish & nourish with Chamomile - Limited Space Available

Sliding Scale Donation Based - Suggested Donation $25-50

Class will be 90 minutes with an opportunity to mingle for a little while after.

Note: if there is a guest speaker, please expect the possibility of our class extending the time to 120 minutes. 

Each month we will sit with an herb that coincides with the season.

We will journey through the chakra’s, taking notice of how the herb effects each wheel. We will weave in greenwitch practices under the guidance of the Wise Woman Tradition of Healing, calling in and giving gratitude to the elements. There will be an opportunity for a few folks to share experiences within the circle. Then we will go into the herbs healing properties, energetics and other wisdoms before closing together.

Please bring:

• an item of meaning to you to place on our community altar (you will take it back home with you after class)

• a journal if you wish!

• favorite mug with you!

I will include plant profiles that you can bring home to hole punch and put in a binder to build your own materia medica.

If you are unable to attend please email soilskysoul@gmail.com so we can make space for folks who want to drop in! Please let us know within 24 hours if you are unable to attend! !

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Sound Baths

at EmBodied

First and Last Mondays of the month 

LAST MONDAY: 7/28 at 6:30pm

6:30-7:30pm $30 / soundbath

Space is limited please register in advanced.

A SOUND BATH IS A DEEPLY-IMMERSIVE, FULL-BODY LISTENING EXPERIENCE THAT INTENTIONALLY USES SOUND TO INVITE GENTLE YET POWERFUL THERAPEUTIC AND RESTORATIVE PROCESSES TO NURTURE THE MIND AND BODY.

Emotional

• Improved mood and emotional intelligence

• Increased optimism, relaxation, and awareness

• Reduced worry, anxiety, and impulsivity

• Enhanced self-esteem and self-acceptance

• Improved resilience against pain and adversity

Physical

• Improved immune system and energy level

• Improved breaking and heart rate

• Lower blood pressure

• Reduced inflammatory disorders and asthma

Mental

• Increased mental strength, focus, and productivity

• Increased memory retention and recall

• Improved cognitive skills and creative thinking

This experience can be helpful for anyone who wants to access the benefits from meditation or a moment of relaxation.  A sound bath is an opportunity to explore what a meditative state is and how it feels.  For this reason, it can be beneficial for both beginners of meditation and experienced meditators as well.  The goal of the experience is to invite deep rest and relaxation, and explore self-inquiry and self-discovery. 

Sound can bring balance, relaxation and a sense of wholeness to the body.  The sound of harmonic vibrations created by singing bowls, gongs and other overtone-emitting instruments are intended to stimulate the alpha and theta brain waves.  These waves are associated with deep meditative and peaceful states that are highly conducive to healing.  Sound can also slow down the heart and respiratory rate, creating a therapeutic effect on the mind and body. 

A sound bath provides the participants with a meditative experience without having to know how to meditate. The sounds and methods are used help to influence our brainwaves so they are able to shift from more active states into more introspective, relaxed states. This is called 'entrainment' and the result is that our active mind often overloaded these days with technology and information can begin to unwind; it temporarily presses pause on our current life and also events in the world that contribute to our stress levels. And the vibrations affect our physical body as well, literally moving through our body. This complete immersion in sound can provide us with much-needed perspective and give our body and mind an opportunity to process

Researchers have also found that sound waves can reduce blood pressure as well as enhance sleep and memory. Binaural beats, tones played simultaneously that are close in pitch but not identical, can be found in a sound bath session. Studies show these sounds can reduce anxiety and enhance mood states. 

Studies have shown meditation can lead to all kinds of benefits, such as increasing immune systemfunction, decreasing depression, and improving your ability to regulate your emotions, to name a few. Meditation has also been found to have positive effects on productivity by increasing focus and attention and improving your ability to multitask.

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Posture Pilates: Realign & Restore

with Dr. Emily

A Five Week Series Starting 7/8 at 8:30am

7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, and 8/5

Combat the daily demands on your body with this specialized Pilates class designed by a pelvic floor physical therapist. Whether you're dealing with "text neck" from screen time, rounded shoulders from desk work, postural changes from breastfeeding, or that familiar ache from curling up with a good beach read, this class targets the root causes of poor posture.

Through mindful movement and precise alignment cues, you'll work to both lengthen tight, overworked muscles and strengthen the deep stabilizers that support optimal posture. Each session focuses on creating balance between the front and back of your body, addressing the forward head posture and rounded shoulder patterns that have become so common in our modern lives.

Using Pilates principles of core stability and controlled movement, you'll learn to activate your deep neck flexors, strengthen your upper back, and engage your pelvic floor as part of your body's natural support system. The class emphasizes quality over quantity, helping you develop body awareness that carries into your daily activities.

Expect gentle yet effective exercises that target the thoracic spine, shoulder blade stability, and hip flexor lengthening.

You'll leave feeling taller, more balanced, and equipped with tools to maintain better posture throughout your day.

All levels welcome - modifications provided for every exercise.

Perfect for anyone spending long hours at a computer, new mothers, or anyone looking to improve their posture and reduce tension.

Register Here

Morning Flow

with Dr. Emily

Tuesdays starting July 1st

7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29

Bonus Class 8/5 (included with series)

Celebrate Summer's Peak

As July blazes with full summer intensity, join us for a dynamic morning yoga practice that embraces the season's passionate, vibrant energy. This flow is designed to honor the heat, cultivate inner coolness, and move with the powerful rhythm of mid-summer.

Class will integrate:

• Pranayama (breath work)

• Sun Salutations and a vinyasa inspired yoga flow

• 10 minutes of closing meditation practice

This class is prenatal and postpartum friendly. Email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com if you have more questions, need further support or are concerned if this class is right for you.

Register Here

Strong Woman - Abs + Lower Body:

Building Foundational Strength

Hormonal Health in ALL Phases of a Woman’s Life

Tuesdays at 10:30am

7/29, 8/5, 8/12, 8/19

$75 for the full 4 week series, $25 / drop in

Learn how to safely strengthen your body throughout your womanhood journey. Whether you have no interest in becoming pregnant, are in the pre-conception stage, are currently pregnant or postpartum, was never pregnant, are postpartum 10+ years, or are entering your wise woman era, this class is for you!

This whole-body corrective exercise based, bootcamp-style program will focus on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) and mastering muscle activation in basic primal movement patterns such as squats, lunges, bending, twisting, pulling, and pushing.

These types of movements are executed every single day, whether picking up a child, getting out of bed, carrying groceries, opening a car door, mopping the floor, playing your favorite sport, or taking your favorite gym class, to name a few. I will teach you how to optimally use your inner core unit through conscious breathing techniques that you will incorporate into your daily life. This will strengthen the foundational muscles that provide posture, stability, balance, and deep holistic strength.

Say goodbye to chronic conditions such as lower back pain, sacro-iliac joint dysfunction, urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, and sciatic pain.

We will begin our class with breath and core activation. After your core is properly activated and engaged, we will move on to abdominal strengthening and total body strength circuits utilizing hand weights, bands, and barre balls that will target your glutes, core, shoulder girdle, and chest. We will top off class with a cardio circuit to build endurance.

Be prepared to breathe, work, sweat and leave feeling energized, strong, and relaxed! Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing.

Barefoot/Grippy socks preferred. Non-mobile babies welcomed!

Please be advised this class is for mothers at least 10 weeks postpartum. Please see Postpartum Reconnect + Restore if you are less than 10 weeks postpartum.

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Postpartum Reconnect and Restore

– Bring Your Baby!

with Krista O’Dea

7/29 at 12:00pm

a 90-minute workshop for connection and relaxation

Safe for newly Postpartum moms up to 10 weeks. Non-mobile babies welcome!

Whether you had a vaginal or cesarean birth, this holistic, whole-body corrective exercise style program prioritizes proper breathing techniques to safely and gently reconnect, activate, and engage the powerhouse of your body - the core - with an emphasis on improving diastasis recti and restoring pelvic floor health.

We will also incorporate meditation and relaxation techniques to soothe both body and mind, promoting and supporting the delicate healing process of the postpartum.

This program focuses on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) through breath work and gentle movement.

A truly restorative class, we will focus on neural reconnection and easefully “closing” the abdominal muscles and strengthening the pelvic floor.

Pregnancy and birth require the body to stretch and open to its maximum capacity.

This program encourages the muscles to come back together restoring a feeling of strength, stability, and support in the postpartum body.

We will end class with a stress-relieving, grounding meditation specifically to allow for nervous system regulation, rest, and healing.

Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable clothing.

Non-mobile babies welcome!

Sign Up Here

New to the Mat

A class for every curious heart and cautious beginner.

with Lauren Measure

Tuesdays at 5pm

July 1, 15, 22 & 29 (no class July 8th)

New to the Mat is a safe, supportive space for those starting or rekindling their yoga journey.

We’ll move through simple sequences with clear, encouraging guidance—focusing on how the poses feel, not how they look.

Expect plenty of breath reminders, gentle transitions, and the freedom to pause, modify, or explore what works best in your body.

This isn’t about perfection—it’s about showing up, tuning in, and growing at your own pace.

Register Here

Blissful Summer Flow

with Alana Keffer

Tuesdays starting 7/8 at 6:30pm

7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29

Step into the radiant energy of July with our Blissful Summer Flow Yoga Series.

This 4-week series is designed to embody the warmth, and uplifting spirit of summer.

Each week, we’ll explore gentle, flowy sequences that harness the sun’s energy—encouraging openness to move with the rhythm of the season.

What to Expect:

• Accessible Flows: We’ll use props like blocks, blankets, and bolsters to ensure comfort and safety as we flow through a hatha/ vinyasa style practice.

• Uplifting Vibes: Expect playful movement, heart-opening postures, and mindful breathwork to elevate your spirit.

• Healing Authenticity: Each class is an invitation to nurture your right now self.

No expectations or previous experiences needed to flow and celebrate you showing up.

Let’s move, shine, and connect together embracing the true essence of summer both on and off the mat.

Reserve your spot and join us for a month of movement, healing, and summer-inspired joy!

Register Here

Kundalini Yoga 

Wednesdays (starting 7/9) at 10:30am

7/9, 7/16, 7/23 and 7/30

sign up for the full month and get a recording for daily practice

with Shannon Hawley

$75 for full series or $25 for drop in

Delve deeper into your own energetic practice. Kundalini yoga is as much of a spiritual practice as it is a movement meditation to deepen your connection to your inner and outer worlds. This offering begins the first Wednesday of the month and will invite you to develop a 40 day practice with a krya or framework of specific breathing techniques, asanas, mudras, and mantras.

An exchange of $75 to receive your recorded krya (so you can practice at home)  and attend weekly live in-person classes for the month of December.

July- Krya of Openness

Future Kryas:

September- Krya of the Tao

October - Sage Warrior Krya

Interested? Here’s Further Infromation!

Where: EmBodied Physical Therapy (1009 ARNOLD AVE, Suite 1B, Point Pleasant NJ)

When: Wednesdays at 10:30am

How Much: $75 for full series or $25 for drop in

This is a very limited space – so make sure to reserve your space now if interested!

Register Here

Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group

with Kim Guccione

Wednesdays at 12:30 pm

Research has shown that peer support is the most reliable predictor that a mother will successfully breastfeed her baby.

Join our support group to create a community of like-minded mamas and to enhance your breastfeeding journey.

Come to share your expertise or to listen to other mothers' experiences- let's co-create the village that you've been searching for!

Sliding Scale Suggested Donation: $10-20

Register Here

Prenatal Labor Training and Visualization

with Krista O’Dea of One Strong Mother

Wednesdays at 5pm - A 4 Week Series

7/30, 8/6, 8/13, 8/20

$75 for full 4 week series, $25/drop in

Prepare your mind and body for your upcoming labor and birth!

Class will begin with breath work to quiet the mind, bring attention inward, and relax and open the pelvic floor.

Through breath, we will use our transverse abdominals and practice “open sphincter pushing” as an option to utilize when you feel the urge to push. These techniques will be used in various birthing positions so that you are confident no matter which option you choose.

We will then move onto various pelvic openers to open the pelvic inlet, mid-pelvis, and pelvic outlet to assist you during labor. Since labor is a primal physical event, we will mimic the ebb and flow of contractions by “working” for one minute while utilizing the breathing techniques to quiet the mind. Once work is done, we will use our breath to return inward to “rest” in order to prepare for the next round of work.

Lastly, we will focus on meditation and relaxation techniques to build mental endurance while incorporating visualizations to inspire a positive birth experience and communicate with your growing baby.

Meditation, visualization, positive thoughts and affirming words promote stress resiliency as well as stress reduction. But that’s not all! Imagery improves performance; if you go there in the mind, you can go there in the body!

Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing. Grippy socks are optional as barefoot is preferred.

Register Here

Walking Meditation Group

w/ Rebecca F. White, MA, CYT-500

Thursdays 9:15-9:45am

Donation-Based/Sliding Scale Offering (contribute what you can)

Slow Down. Breathe. Connect.

Practice a guided walking meditation — a mindful journey to calm your mind, move with ease, and connect with nature. The walk will be in silence. The intention is to immerse the mind’s focus on the sensory experience of walking outside.

No experience needed. Every Body is Welcome.

Bring comfortable shoes, preferred sun protection, and an open heart.

In the case of inclement weather, a guided meditation will be offered inside the studio at EmBodied Physical Therapy.

Please contact Rebecca with specific questions at: rfwhite1221@gmail.com or on Instagram @yoga_rebecca4515

Register Here

Prenatal Yoga with Karen Carola - Chakra Series

6 WEEKS

Location: EmBodied Physical Therapy

When: Thursdays at 6:30pm

June 19, 26 + July 3, 10, 17, 31

No Class July 24th

$125 for the full 6 week series/$25 per drop in

In this prenatal series : work through the levels of the body energetically and physically with Karen. As class progresses you’ll move through the various energy centers with the use of chanting, postures for stretching and movement and breath/mindfulness practices through out. Through working with the energy of the chakras you can make sure you are learning for the whole body and so much more.

Prenatal Yoga is an amazing adjunct to birth classes and birth preparation for the pelvic floor and more. Through gentle movements, core activation and mobility of the soft tissues around the hips and pelvis it can be utilized to allow for ease and preparation for birth.

Experience the power of pregnancy with Karen Carola! Karen has assisted more than 3,500 women in delivering their children and is currently the Director of Midwifery for OGOA. Bringing together the unique perspectives of a registered midwife, over 35 years of OB-GYN experience, and a 500 hour RYT, Karen shares the secrets to a safe and empowering pregnancy, labor, and birth.

Karen Carola graduated from Columbia University with a Masters of Science in Midwifery in 1986. She brings her immense knowledge into all of her classes!

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Creative Connections:

a space to come and create something while connecting with yourself and others.

with Melissa Delizia

Fridays at 10:30 am

8/1, 8/8, 8/15, 8/22, 8/29

$100 for 5 week series, $25/drop in

This class will be 1 hour, starting with a short meditation and a bit of reiki for each participant, leading into creative time with whatever modality speaks to you most (some examples: writing, drawing, collaging, coloring) and ending with some reflective sharing and connecting.

This is a 5 week series with a new theme each month.

Participants are encouraged to bring whatever crafty supplies they feel called to use, but basics like paper, pens, coloring pages supplies will be available always.

Register Here

Childbirth Education Class

Friday August 1st

6-8PM

Experience the power of pregnancy with Karen Carola.

Karen has assisted more than 3,500 women in delivering their children and is currently the Director of Midwifery for Ocean Gynecological and Obstetrical Associates. Bringing together the unique perspectives of a registered midwife, 35+ years of OB-GYN experience, and a 500 hour RYT, Karen shares the secrets to a safe and empowering pregnancy, labor, and birth.Using her experience as a medical professional, Karen will give an overview of the stages of labor and offer breathing and positioning to maximize the progress of labor. She will also give specific techniques for pushing and offer couples ways to support each other in labor. She will take time to answer anyand all questions or concerns you or your partner may have regarding labor, birth, or your time in the hospital

This class size is limited to 4 couples (birthing person and partner) - anticipate an intimate group with the ability to ask questions, connect and spend time with the one and only Karen Carola.

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Sunday Morning Flow Series 

Sundays Starting Aug 3rd 9-10am 

8/3, 8/10, 8/17, 8/24

$75 for full-4-week series or $25 to drop-in 

Sunday Morning Flow is vinyasa-style class that blends relaxation, pranayama and dynamic yoga sequences. The class is intended to awaken the body and calm the mind. 

This class is recommended for students who have experience with practicing yoga or other forms of low-impact movement such as Pilates or barre. Posture variations will be offered for students at varying levels. 

Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.

Register Here

Prenatal Flow

Prenatal Yoga 4 Week Series

Sundays at 10:30 AM

8/3, 8/10, 8/24, 8/31

No class 8/17

$75 for full 4-week series, $25 per drop in

This Class is IN PERSON at EmBodied Physical Therapy

This series is focused around the seasonal shift of summer with mindfulness practice, breath work and movements all integrated in to a prenatal specific yoga class.

In class mamas are encouraged to connect with their baby, create bonding and space with in the body and pelvis to prepare and strengthen for birth.

Prenatal Yoga is an amazing adjunct to birth classes and birth preparation for the pelvic floor and more. Through gentle movements, core activation and mobility of the soft tissues around the hips and pelvis it can be utilized to allow for ease and preparation for birth.

Register Here

Beyond the Basics: Breastfeeding for Practitioners

with Kim Guccione

Sunday 8/3 at 12pm

Kim of Keepin’ Abreast Lactation Support has designed a class to provide birth workers with increased insight into breastfeeding.

It is vital that the people who support our expectant families are knowledgeable in the mechanics of breastfeeding and the expectations of successful nursing during the first hours, days and weeks.

Participants will receive access to a Google Drive folder of resources, including guidance on what to do to protect breastfeeding if baby has not latched within the first 24 to 48 hours.

If you are interested in expanding your practice and feeling confident in helping your clients get off to a strong start in breastfeeding, this offering is for you!

We look forward to strengthening our community with you.

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Women’s Circle

A Free Collective Space

Second Sunday of the Month

August 3rd: 6:00-8:00pm

Finding holding in the transitions of life.

Who:

• pregnant/preconception

• mamas (babies welcomed < 1 yo in carriers)

• aunties (a menstruating woman who does not have children)

• girls at the age of menses

• perimenopause/menopause

Let’s hold space to gather, grow, grieve and expand together through all of the ages, phases and stages of life.

There is no fee for this collective space, please bring only yourself and whatever is needed to be shared and held in a safe space designed around our cyclical bodies and wisdom.

This is a sacred holding space where we don't have a fee, hierarchy or formal "class" - it's purely for you and yours to gather, decompress and "vent" about the things in our everyday life.

Some basic boundaries of the space so that you are aware when you are coming in:

1: this sacred circle is confidential

2: together we will open and close the circle (with guided instruction), each person participating as much or as little as desired. 

3: You will each have your own sacred time and space to share during shares trying our best to maintain our own experience by using I + me languaging not we + you, unless asked specifically for there will be no advice given in this sacred time. 

4: This should be FUN - not formal and a way to touch on some of the things floating in the world as this new calendar year opens. Please wear whatever you are most comfortable in and although there are plenty of props at the office, if there's a certain item or article you can bring that will provide you comfort please feel free to bring it!

5: There will be a central altar space where you are welcome to bring anything that you want to put in the center of the circle (and take back home after) this can be a photo of a loved one, a crystal or whatever you'd like.

6: Please do not bring anything but yourselves and maybe a journal with you - this is a no fee, no exchange offer! Let our collective space holding be the energetic exchange 

As the group evolves, those of you with young girls as they reach menses you are welcomed to also bring them to the circle! This will be an evolving, growing, ever shifting experience that I'm beyond excited to have at EmBodied.

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Shadow Work Container

A 3-Month Journey of Deep Healing

Biweekly Sessions | Dates: 6/9/25, 6/23/25, 7/7/25, 7/21/25, 8/4/25, 8/18/25
6:30pm-8:00pm

Step into a transformative 3-month journey where you'll explore the depths of your subconscious, release limiting beliefs, and reclaim your power.

This intimate container meets every other week, guiding you through shadow work with a blend of meditation, inner child healing, and transmuting shame.

Each session is thoughtfully curated to provide a safe and sacred space for your evolution. This is an invitation to meet your shadows with compassion, courage, and alchemy

Energetic exchange: $300 per person.

This is a closed container, designed for committed participants, meaning no drop-ins will be accepted.

Individual sessions with Jenna Rose are available at a discounted rate for participants in the series.

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Posture Pilates: Realign & Restore

with Dr. Emily

A Five Week Series Starting 7/8 at 8:30am

7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29 and 8/5

Combat the daily demands on your body with this specialized Pilates class designed by a pelvic floor physical therapist. Whether you're dealing with "text neck" from screen time, rounded shoulders from desk work, postural changes from breastfeeding, or that familiar ache from curling up with a good beach read, this class targets the root causes of poor posture.

Through mindful movement and precise alignment cues, you'll work to both lengthen tight, overworked muscles and strengthen the deep stabilizers that support optimal posture. Each session focuses on creating balance between the front and back of your body, addressing the forward head posture and rounded shoulder patterns that have become so common in our modern lives.

Using Pilates principles of core stability and controlled movement, you'll learn to activate your deep neck flexors, strengthen your upper back, and engage your pelvic floor as part of your body's natural support system. The class emphasizes quality over quantity, helping you develop body awareness that carries into your daily activities.

Expect gentle yet effective exercises that target the thoracic spine, shoulder blade stability, and hip flexor lengthening.

You'll leave feeling taller, more balanced, and equipped with tools to maintain better posture throughout your day.

All levels welcome - modifications provided for every exercise.

Perfect for anyone spending long hours at a computer, new mothers, or anyone looking to improve their posture and reduce tension.

Register Here

Strong Woman - Abs + Lower Body:

Building Foundational Strength

Hormonal Health in ALL Phases of a Woman’s Life

Tuesdays at 10:30am

7/29, 8/5, 8/12, 8/19

$75 for the full 4 week series, $25 / drop in

Learn how to safely strengthen your body throughout your womanhood journey. Whether you have no interest in becoming pregnant, are in the pre-conception stage, are currently pregnant or postpartum, was never pregnant, are postpartum 10+ years, or are entering your wise woman era, this class is for you!

This whole-body corrective exercise based, bootcamp-style program will focus on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) and mastering muscle activation in basic primal movement patterns such as squats, lunges, bending, twisting, pulling, and pushing.

These types of movements are executed every single day, whether picking up a child, getting out of bed, carrying groceries, opening a car door, mopping the floor, playing your favorite sport, or taking your favorite gym class, to name a few. I will teach you how to optimally use your inner core unit through conscious breathing techniques that you will incorporate into your daily life. This will strengthen the foundational muscles that provide posture, stability, balance, and deep holistic strength.

Say goodbye to chronic conditions such as lower back pain, sacro-iliac joint dysfunction, urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, and sciatic pain.

We will begin our class with breath and core activation. After your core is properly activated and engaged, we will move on to abdominal strengthening and total body strength circuits utilizing hand weights, bands, and barre balls that will target your glutes, core, shoulder girdle, and chest. We will top off class with a cardio circuit to build endurance.

Be prepared to breathe, work, sweat and leave feeling energized, strong, and relaxed! Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing.

Barefoot/Grippy socks preferred. Non-mobile babies welcomed!

Please be advised this class is for mothers at least 10 weeks postpartum. Please see Postpartum Reconnect + Restore if you are less than 10 weeks postpartum.

Register Here

Trauma Informed Gentle Yoga

with Katie Morgan

Tuesdays in August at 5pm

8/5, 8/12, 8/19, 8/26

$75 for 4-Week Series / $25 per drop in

This 4-week, trauma-informed series will focus on breath-synced movement sequences with ample opportunity to make modifications and enhancements to what is offered. Students can expect a naturally-lit space, easy access to the support of a variety of props and a soft playlist without lyrics.

The class includes an Acclimation Ritual, gentle movement, and a generous savasana.

This class is best for:

Those who are new to, or returning to a physical yoga practice.

And/Or Students who are seeking the quiet, but present support of community.

And/Or People who are seeking to devote time to the practice of calming their minds, and hearts through building a connection to breath and body.

If you are wondering if this practice is right for you, you can contact Katie directly at thegriefritual@gmail.com.

Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.

Register Here

Grow Your Yoga Practice: A Trauma-Informed Approach

Tuesdays at 6:15

8/5, 8/12, 8/19, 8/26

Safety is paramount to a trauma-informed practice, and this series has been designed with that in mind.

Often, learning new poses in yoga classes happens by default, we receive some cues and we strive to make our bodies take the shape of what we see. This method does not always lend itself to establishing physical safety in the pose or to growing our practice by deepening the connection to our experience on the mat.

The 'Grow Your Yoga Practice' 4-Week series offers:

A hybrid style class; part workshop (10-15 minutes) and part yoga class experience (45 - 50 minutes)

The workshop portion of the class will teach and demo the featured pose or poses for that class experience. Students will be able to watch and learn as Katie and one of her trauma-informed guest co-teachers work together to provide the cues, helpful hints and variations of the posture.

The class experience will feel like a “normal” yoga class. It will begin with an opening acclimation/intention setting, and will be designed to support the new postures we will be integrating, ending with a savasana

Katie’s co-teacher and Katie will each be positioned in the front of the class; one of them will be doing the traditional forms of poses while the other takes supported variations of those same postures

In this trauma-informed class experience, you can expect:

• No hands-on assists (unless specifically requested) in class

• A playlist without lyrics

• Natural light, no incense or candles and an abundance of props

This offering is right for you if:

• You have the desire to grow or deepen your physical and therefore, spiritual yoga practice

• You would like the opportunity to practice in a class community that values the trauma-informed principles of safety, trust, collaboration, choice, empowerment and cultural consideration

• You value the ability to ask questions, get curious and remain playful in spaces that are inherently aware of everyone's unique and individual life experience and needs

• You have been curious about how a trauma-informed practice can feel AND are excited to meet so many local trauma-informed instructors during the month-long series

August Guest Co-Teachers:

• 8/5 : Lauren Measure - Shoulder Love (featuring arm binds)

• 8/12 : April Narby - Balancing Act (featuring toe stand)

• 8/19 : Danielle Kolar - Rotations & Transitions (featuring twisted lunge to side plank)

• 8/26 : Fran Attilio - Hamstrings (featuring downward facing dog variations)

If you have questions about whether or not this practice is right for you, you can email Katie at katie@thegriefritual.com.

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Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group

with Kim Guccione

Wednesdays at 12:30 pm

Research has shown that peer support is the most reliable predictor that a mother will successfully breastfeed her baby.

Join our support group to create a community of like-minded mamas and to enhance your breastfeeding journey.

Come to share your expertise or to listen to other mothers' experiences- let's co-create the village that you've been searching for!

Sliding Scale Suggested Donation: $10-20

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Prenatal Labor Training and Visualization

with Krista O’Dea of One Strong Mother

Wednesdays at 5pm - A 4 Week Series

7/30, 8/6, 8/13, 8/20

$75 for full 4 week series, $25/drop in

Prepare your mind and body for your upcoming labor and birth!

Class will begin with breath work to quiet the mind, bring attention inward, and relax and open the pelvic floor.

Through breath, we will use our transverse abdominals and practice “open sphincter pushing” as an option to utilize when you feel the urge to push. These techniques will be used in various birthing positions so that you are confident no matter which option you choose.

We will then move onto various pelvic openers to open the pelvic inlet, mid-pelvis, and pelvic outlet to assist you during labor. Since labor is a primal physical event, we will mimic the ebb and flow of contractions by “working” for one minute while utilizing the breathing techniques to quiet the mind. Once work is done, we will use our breath to return inward to “rest” in order to prepare for the next round of work.

Lastly, we will focus on meditation and relaxation techniques to build mental endurance while incorporating visualizations to inspire a positive birth experience and communicate with your growing baby.

Meditation, visualization, positive thoughts and affirming words promote stress resiliency as well as stress reduction. But that’s not all! Imagery improves performance; if you go there in the mind, you can go there in the body!

Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing. Grippy socks are optional as barefoot is preferred.

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CPR for Families with Krista

Wednesday August 6th

6:30-8:00pm

$45 per person

CPR, or Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation, is a helpful skill for families as emergency situations occur unexpectedly. In this class, you will be taught how to recognize a respiratory arrest and cardiac arrest, how to initiate an emergency response, and how to provide life-saving measures to adults, children, and infants. Choking emergencies and maneuvers are also discussed. Gain the knowledge and skills to act quickly and effectively in high-stress, emergency situations.

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Walking Meditation Group

w/ Rebecca F. White, MA, CYT-500

Thursdays 9:15-9:45am

Donation-Based/Sliding Scale Offering (contribute what you can)

Slow Down. Breathe. Connect.

Practice a guided walking meditation — a mindful journey to calm your mind, move with ease, and connect with nature. The walk will be in silence. The intention is to immerse the mind’s focus on the sensory experience of walking outside.

No experience needed. Every Body is Welcome.

Bring comfortable shoes, preferred sun protection, and an open heart.

In the case of inclement weather, a guided meditation will be offered inside the studio at EmBodied Physical Therapy.

Please contact Rebecca with specific questions at: rfwhite1221@gmail.com or on Instagram @yoga_rebecca4515

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Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga

Thursdays 10am

5 - Week Starting 7/24

7/24, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28

No class 7/31

$100 for 5 weeks/ $25 to Drop-In

Start your Thursday with gentle and balanced Yoga Practice.

Classes include:

·   Yoga poses with variations offered

·   Pranayama (breathing exercises)

·   Relaxation

·   Mindfulness + Meditation

Classes welcome inquiry and offer a safe space to explore the connection between the body, mind and breath. This class is open to all levels and is beginner friendly.

Thursdays 10-11am

Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.

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New to the Mat

A class for every curious heart and cautious beginner.

with Lauren Measure

Thursdays at 5pm

August 7. 14, 21 & 28

New to the Mat is a safe, supportive space for those starting or rekindling their yoga journey.

We’ll move through simple sequences with clear, encouraging guidance—focusing on how the poses feel, not how they look.

Expect plenty of breath reminders, gentle transitions, and the freedom to pause, modify, or explore what works best in your body.

This isn’t about perfection—it’s about showing up, tuning in, and growing at your own pace.

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Mindful Birth: 6-Week Prenatal Yoga Series

with Karen Carola, CNM

Thursdays at 6:30pm starting 8/7

8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/11, 9/18

no class 9/4

Join us for a transformative 6-week journey designed to nurture both your body and spirit as you prepare for birth and motherhood.

This comprehensive prenatal yoga series combines gentle movement, breathwork, meditation, and essential birth education in a supportive environment guided by an experienced midwife.

What You’ll Experience

• Gentle Asana Practice: Modified yoga poses specifically designed for pregnancy that help build strength, flexibility, and stamina while honoring your changing body. Each practice is adaptable for all trimesters and fitness levels.

• Breathing Techniques: Learn powerful breathwork methods that will serve you throughout pregnancy, during labor, and in early motherhood.

• Meditation & Mindfulness: Cultivate inner stillness and develop tools to quiet mental chatter.

• Birth Education: Receive information about labor and birth from a midwife’s perspective.

This series is founded on the belief that within every birthing person lies profound wisdom and strength.

By learning to quiet the mind and tune into your body’s natural rhythms, you’ll develop the confidence to trust your instincts and approach birth from a place of empowerment rather than fear.

Who This Series Is For

• Expectant mothers at any stage of pregnancy

• Those seeking a holistic approach to birth preparation

• Anyone wanting to cultivate deeper body awareness and intuition

• Partners welcome to join for support and shared learning

No previous yoga experience necessary. All bodies and birth plans welcomed.

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Foundations of Strength: Pelvic Floor & Core Pilates

Empowering Women's Wellness Across Every Life Stage

With Dr. Emily Bessemer

Fridays at 8:30am

8/8, 8/22, 8/29, 9/5

No Class 8/15

A Four-Week Series, $75 for full series - $25/drop in

Designed and led by Dr. Emily (a pelvic floor physical therapist), this specialized Pilates class provides a transformative approach to core and pelvic floor health. Whether you're navigating postpartum recovery, menopause, or simply seeking to build functional strength, this class offers a scientifically-informed, compassionate path to bodily resilience.

What Makes This Class Unique:

• Expert-Led Instruction: Guided by a licensed pelvic floor physical therapist with deep understanding of women's body mechanics

• Comprehensive Approach: Tailored movements that support pelvic floor health through various life stages

• Safe, Functional Movements: Carefully designed exercises that promote strength, stability, and healing

• Holistic Wellness: Beyond exercise, learn about pelvic floor function, core engagement, and body awareness

Who Will Benefit:

• Women in postpartum recovery

• Those experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction

• Individuals managing incontinence

• Women in perimenopause and menopause

• Anyone seeking to build core strength safely

Class Highlights:

• Individualized modifications for all fitness levels

• Breath work and mindful movement

• Supportive, judgment-free environment

• Small group setting for personalized attention

Reclaim Your Strength. Restore Your Confidence.

Important Note for Pregnant Participants:

Pregnancy Wellness Guidance While we love supporting women's health, this specific class is not suitable for pregnant individuals. We warmly recommend seeking out specialized prenatal Pilates or yoga classes designed to safely support your unique wellness journey during pregnancy. These classes provide tailored movements that nurture both mom and baby.

No prior Pilates experience required. Medical clearance recommended for specific conditions.

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Creative Connections:

a space to come and create something while connecting with yourself and others.

with Melissa Delizia

Fridays at 10:30 am

8/1, 8/8, 8/15, 8/22, 8/29

$100 for 5 week series, $25/drop in

This class will be 1 hour, starting with a short meditation and a bit of reiki for each participant, leading into creative time with whatever modality speaks to you most (some examples: writing, drawing, collaging, coloring) and ending with some reflective sharing and connecting.

This is a 5 week series with a new theme each month.

Participants are encouraged to bring whatever crafty supplies they feel called to use, but basics like paper, pens, coloring pages supplies will be available always.

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From Anxiety To Love:

A book talk and workshop for supporting you in healing patterns of anxiety.

With Corinne Zupko

8/9/2025

4-5:30pm.

Nowadays, it seems there are endless reasons to feel anxious and afraid. But healing from patterns of fear IS possible, because of the light that dwells within your heart and mind.

This light is your soul and it knows who you truly are.

Healing from patterns of anxiety involves learning to reconnect with your soul and your Inner Therapist (also known as your inner guidance system).

In this book talk and workshop you will learn:

• Basic principles of the spiritual pathway of A Course in Miracles, which helped the author heal chronic panic attacks.

• The two “voices” in our minds that are constantly trying to get our attention: Love or fear.

• Ways to connect with your Inner Therapist.

• Tools and practices that can support you in breaking patterns of fear, including a guided meditation practice.

All registered participants will receive a copy of Corinne’s book, From Anxiety To Love: A Radical New Approach for Letting Go of Fear and Finding Lasting Peace.

Please bring a journal or notebook for writing exercises.

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Sunday Morning Flow Series 

Sundays Starting Aug 3rd 9-10am 

8/3, 8/10, 8/17, 8/24

$75 for full-4-week series or $25 to drop-in 

Sunday Morning Flow is vinyasa-style class that blends relaxation, pranayama and dynamic yoga sequences. The class is intended to awaken the body and calm the mind. 

This class is recommended for students who have experience with practicing yoga or other forms of low-impact movement such as Pilates or barre. Posture variations will be offered for students at varying levels. 

Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.

Register Here

Prenatal Flow

Prenatal Yoga 4 Week Series

Sundays at 10:30 AM

8/3, 8/10, 8/24, 8/31

No class 8/17

$75 for full 4-week series, $25 per drop in

This Class is IN PERSON at EmBodied Physical Therapy

This series is focused around the seasonal shift of summer with mindfulness practice, breath work and movements all integrated in to a prenatal specific yoga class.

In class mamas are encouraged to connect with their baby, create bonding and space with in the body and pelvis to prepare and strengthen for birth.

Prenatal Yoga is an amazing adjunct to birth classes and birth preparation for the pelvic floor and more. Through gentle movements, core activation and mobility of the soft tissues around the hips and pelvis it can be utilized to allow for ease and preparation for birth.

Register Here

Intro to Yoga and Mindfulness for Kids

with Kat Benny

Sunday 8/10 from 1-3pm

Discover the joy of sharing yoga and mindfulness with children in this engaging and practical 2 hour introductory workshop.

Whether you're a teacher, parent, caregiver, or aspiring kids’ yoga instructor, this course offers the foundational tools you need to begin leading fun, age-appropriate, and meaningful practices for children.

Through this interactive workshop you will learn how to introduce yoga poses, breathwork, and mindfulness techniques in a playful and accessible way through mock classes and hands-on activities.

You'll explore child development basics, emotional regulation tools, classroom management tips, and how to create calming experiences for children of all ages.

By the end of the workshop, you’ll leave with a toolkit of kid-friendly yoga poses, games, mindfulness exercises, and relaxation techniques that can be implemented right away!

Perfect for: Educators, parents, yoga practitioners, therapists, and anyone passionate about supporting children’s well-being through movement and mindfulness.

No prior yoga teaching experience required.

This workshop is eligible for 2 Yoga Alliance CE hours

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Strong Woman - Abs + Lower Body:

Building Foundational Strength

Hormonal Health in ALL Phases of a Woman’s Life

Tuesdays at 10:30am

7/29, 8/5, 8/12, 8/19

$75 for the full 4 week series, $25 / drop in

Learn how to safely strengthen your body throughout your womanhood journey. Whether you have no interest in becoming pregnant, are in the pre-conception stage, are currently pregnant or postpartum, was never pregnant, are postpartum 10+ years, or are entering your wise woman era, this class is for you!

This whole-body corrective exercise based, bootcamp-style program will focus on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) and mastering muscle activation in basic primal movement patterns such as squats, lunges, bending, twisting, pulling, and pushing.

These types of movements are executed every single day, whether picking up a child, getting out of bed, carrying groceries, opening a car door, mopping the floor, playing your favorite sport, or taking your favorite gym class, to name a few. I will teach you how to optimally use your inner core unit through conscious breathing techniques that you will incorporate into your daily life. This will strengthen the foundational muscles that provide posture, stability, balance, and deep holistic strength.

Say goodbye to chronic conditions such as lower back pain, sacro-iliac joint dysfunction, urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, and sciatic pain.

We will begin our class with breath and core activation. After your core is properly activated and engaged, we will move on to abdominal strengthening and total body strength circuits utilizing hand weights, bands, and barre balls that will target your glutes, core, shoulder girdle, and chest. We will top off class with a cardio circuit to build endurance.

Be prepared to breathe, work, sweat and leave feeling energized, strong, and relaxed! Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing.

Barefoot/Grippy socks preferred. Non-mobile babies welcomed!

Please be advised this class is for mothers at least 10 weeks postpartum. Please see Postpartum Reconnect + Restore if you are less than 10 weeks postpartum.

Register Here

Postpartum Reconnect and Restore

– Bring Your Baby!

with Krista O’Dea

8/12 at 12:00pm

a 90-minute workshop for connection and relaxation

Safe for newly Postpartum moms up to 10 weeks. Non-mobile babies welcome!

Whether you had a vaginal or cesarean birth, this holistic, whole-body corrective exercise style program prioritizes proper breathing techniques to safely and gently reconnect, activate, and engage the powerhouse of your body - the core - with an emphasis on improving diastasis recti and restoring pelvic floor health.

We will also incorporate meditation and relaxation techniques to soothe both body and mind, promoting and supporting the delicate healing process of the postpartum.

This program focuses on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) through breath work and gentle movement.

A truly restorative class, we will focus on neural reconnection and easefully “closing” the abdominal muscles and strengthening the pelvic floor.

Pregnancy and birth require the body to stretch and open to its maximum capacity.

This program encourages the muscles to come back together restoring a feeling of strength, stability, and support in the postpartum body.

We will end class with a stress-relieving, grounding meditation specifically to allow for nervous system regulation, rest, and healing.

Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable clothing.

Non-mobile babies welcome!

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Trauma Informed Gentle Yoga

with Katie Morgan

Tuesdays in August at 5pm

8/5, 8/12, 8/19, 8/26

$75 for 4-Week Series / $25 per drop in

This 4-week, trauma-informed series will focus on breath-synced movement sequences with ample opportunity to make modifications and enhancements to what is offered. Students can expect a naturally-lit space, easy access to the support of a variety of props and a soft playlist without lyrics.

The class includes an Acclimation Ritual, gentle movement, and a generous savasana.

This class is best for:

Those who are new to, or returning to a physical yoga practice.

And/Or Students who are seeking the quiet, but present support of community.

And/Or People who are seeking to devote time to the practice of calming their minds, and hearts through building a connection to breath and body.

If you are wondering if this practice is right for you, you can contact Katie directly at thegriefritual@gmail.com.

Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.

Register Here

Grow Your Yoga Practice: A Trauma-Informed Approach

Tuesdays at 6:15

8/5, 8/12, 8/19, 8/26

Safety is paramount to a trauma-informed practice, and this series has been designed with that in mind.

Often, learning new poses in yoga classes happens by default, we receive some cues and we strive to make our bodies take the shape of what we see. This method does not always lend itself to establishing physical safety in the pose or to growing our practice by deepening the connection to our experience on the mat.

The 'Grow Your Yoga Practice' 4-Week series offers:

A hybrid style class; part workshop (10-15 minutes) and part yoga class experience (45 - 50 minutes)

The workshop portion of the class will teach and demo the featured pose or poses for that class experience. Students will be able to watch and learn as Katie and one of her trauma-informed guest co-teachers work together to provide the cues, helpful hints and variations of the posture.

The class experience will feel like a “normal” yoga class. It will begin with an opening acclimation/intention setting, and will be designed to support the new postures we will be integrating, ending with a savasana

Katie’s co-teacher and Katie will each be positioned in the front of the class; one of them will be doing the traditional forms of poses while the other takes supported variations of those same postures

In this trauma-informed class experience, you can expect:

• No hands-on assists (unless specifically requested) in class

• A playlist without lyrics

• Natural light, no incense or candles and an abundance of props

This offering is right for you if:

• You have the desire to grow or deepen your physical and therefore, spiritual yoga practice

• You would like the opportunity to practice in a class community that values the trauma-informed principles of safety, trust, collaboration, choice, empowerment and cultural consideration

• You value the ability to ask questions, get curious and remain playful in spaces that are inherently aware of everyone's unique and individual life experience and needs

• You have been curious about how a trauma-informed practice can feel AND are excited to meet so many local trauma-informed instructors during the month-long series

August Guest Co-Teachers:

• 8/5 : Lauren Measure - Shoulder Love (featuring arm binds)

• 8/12 : April Narby - Balancing Act (featuring toe stand)

• 8/19 : Danielle Kolar - Rotations & Transitions (featuring twisted lunge to side plank)

• 8/26 : Fran Attilio - Hamstrings (featuring downward facing dog variations)

If you have questions about whether or not this practice is right for you, you can email Katie at katie@thegriefritual.com.

Register Here

Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group

with Kim Guccione

Wednesdays at 12:30 pm

Research has shown that peer support is the most reliable predictor that a mother will successfully breastfeed her baby.

Join our support group to create a community of like-minded mamas and to enhance your breastfeeding journey.

Come to share your expertise or to listen to other mothers' experiences- let's co-create the village that you've been searching for!

Sliding Scale Suggested Donation: $10-20

Register Here

Back to Work Breastfeeding

with Kim Guccione

Wednesday 8/13 2:30-3:30pm

Family leave coming to an end and you're growing concerned about how you'll manage breastfeeding and work?

This class is perfect for you!

Soothe your back-to-work fears with Kim Guccione from Keepin' Abreast Lactation Support.

We will calculate how much breastmilk you realistically need to feed your baby while you're away, discuss safe storage and preparation guidelines for expressed breastmilk and set a pumping schedule that suits your needs.

Furthermore, Kim will answer any pump questions and help ensure that you have the right breastfeeding equipment for your return to work. It is ideal to take this class 2-3 weeks before returning to work.

Class includes access to online materials for future reference.

Register Here

Prenatal Labor Training and Visualization

with Krista O’Dea of One Strong Mother

Wednesdays at 5pm - A 4 Week Series

7/30, 8/6, 8/13, 8/20

$75 for full 4 week series, $25/drop in

Prepare your mind and body for your upcoming labor and birth!

Class will begin with breath work to quiet the mind, bring attention inward, and relax and open the pelvic floor.

Through breath, we will use our transverse abdominals and practice “open sphincter pushing” as an option to utilize when you feel the urge to push. These techniques will be used in various birthing positions so that you are confident no matter which option you choose.

We will then move onto various pelvic openers to open the pelvic inlet, mid-pelvis, and pelvic outlet to assist you during labor. Since labor is a primal physical event, we will mimic the ebb and flow of contractions by “working” for one minute while utilizing the breathing techniques to quiet the mind. Once work is done, we will use our breath to return inward to “rest” in order to prepare for the next round of work.

Lastly, we will focus on meditation and relaxation techniques to build mental endurance while incorporating visualizations to inspire a positive birth experience and communicate with your growing baby.

Meditation, visualization, positive thoughts and affirming words promote stress resiliency as well as stress reduction. But that’s not all! Imagery improves performance; if you go there in the mind, you can go there in the body!

Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing. Grippy socks are optional as barefoot is preferred.

Register Here

Writing a Birth Plan:

Family Advocacy During Birth & Beyond

with Krista O'Dea

Wednesday, 8/13 at 6:30-8:00pm

We will begin this workshop with a meditation to set your intentions and gain clarity on how you want your dream birth and postpartum to unfold. This process helps you align with your desires and determine what is most important to you – your non-negotiables.

We will write two birth plans. One plan will be just for you, incorporating everything you wish for your ultimate birth and postpartum experience. The second plan will be specifically for your support team: succinct and to the point focusing on your values instead of specific checklists so your team will know exactly how to best nurture and support you when needed. In this class we will discuss ways to speak to staff, how to respectfully ask for what you want, and other tips to ensure your birth is family centered.

Did you know that dad’s and partners hold the charge at birth? All interventions can be approved or denied through Dad. While you travel into deep altered states to birth your baby, your partner is your best advocate for your non-negotiables. After all, who is ultimately responsible for this new baby once home? Dad’s are an integral part of the birthing process and should be supported in their role.

Bring a pen and journal or your laptop/tablet – however you enjoy transcribing your thoughts. Registration is for you and your birth partner.

Register Here

Walking Meditation Group

w/ Rebecca F. White, MA, CYT-500

Thursdays 9:15-9:45am

Donation-Based/Sliding Scale Offering (contribute what you can)

Slow Down. Breathe. Connect.

Practice a guided walking meditation — a mindful journey to calm your mind, move with ease, and connect with nature. The walk will be in silence. The intention is to immerse the mind’s focus on the sensory experience of walking outside.

No experience needed. Every Body is Welcome.

Bring comfortable shoes, preferred sun protection, and an open heart.

In the case of inclement weather, a guided meditation will be offered inside the studio at EmBodied Physical Therapy.

Please contact Rebecca with specific questions at: rfwhite1221@gmail.com or on Instagram @yoga_rebecca4515

Register Here

Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga

Thursdays 10am

5 - Week Starting 7/24

7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21

$100 for 5 weeks/ $25 to Drop-In

Start your Thursday with gentle and balanced Yoga Practice.

Classes include:

·   Yoga poses with variations offered

·   Pranayama (breathing exercises)

·   Relaxation

·   Mindfulness + Meditation

Classes welcome inquiry and offer a safe space to explore the connection between the body, mind and breath. This class is open to all levels and is beginner friendly.

Thursdays 10-11am

Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.

Sign Up Here

New to the Mat

A class for every curious heart and cautious beginner.

with Lauren Measure

Thursdays at 5pm

August 7. 14, 21 & 28

New to the Mat is a safe, supportive space for those starting or rekindling their yoga journey.

We’ll move through simple sequences with clear, encouraging guidance—focusing on how the poses feel, not how they look.

Expect plenty of breath reminders, gentle transitions, and the freedom to pause, modify, or explore what works best in your body.

This isn’t about perfection—it’s about showing up, tuning in, and growing at your own pace.

Register Here

Mindful Birth: 6-Week Prenatal Yoga Series

with Karen Carola, CNM

Thursdays at 6:30pm starting 8/7

8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/11, 9/18

no class 9/4

Join us for a transformative 6-week journey designed to nurture both your body and spirit as you prepare for birth and motherhood.

This comprehensive prenatal yoga series combines gentle movement, breathwork, meditation, and essential birth education in a supportive environment guided by an experienced midwife.

What You’ll Experience

• Gentle Asana Practice: Modified yoga poses specifically designed for pregnancy that help build strength, flexibility, and stamina while honoring your changing body. Each practice is adaptable for all trimesters and fitness levels.

• Breathing Techniques: Learn powerful breathwork methods that will serve you throughout pregnancy, during labor, and in early motherhood.

• Meditation & Mindfulness: Cultivate inner stillness and develop tools to quiet mental chatter.

• Birth Education: Receive information about labor and birth from a midwife’s perspective.

This series is founded on the belief that within every birthing person lies profound wisdom and strength.

By learning to quiet the mind and tune into your body’s natural rhythms, you’ll develop the confidence to trust your instincts and approach birth from a place of empowerment rather than fear.

Who This Series Is For

• Expectant mothers at any stage of pregnancy

• Those seeking a holistic approach to birth preparation

• Anyone wanting to cultivate deeper body awareness and intuition

• Partners welcome to join for support and shared learning

No previous yoga experience necessary. All bodies and birth plans welcomed.

Register Here

Creative Connections:

a space to come and create something while connecting with yourself and others.

with Melissa Delizia

Fridays at 10:30 am

8/1, 8/8, 8/15, 8/22, 8/29

$100 for 5 week series, $25/drop in

This class will be 1 hour, starting with a short meditation and a bit of reiki for each participant, leading into creative time with whatever modality speaks to you most (some examples: writing, drawing, collaging, coloring) and ending with some reflective sharing and connecting.

This is a 5 week series with a new theme each month.

Participants are encouraged to bring whatever crafty supplies they feel called to use, but basics like paper, pens, coloring pages supplies will be available always.

Register Here

Mediumship Gallery Reading

with Jenna Rose

Friday 8/15

6:30-8pm

Join us for a mediumship gallery reading, a powerful group experience where Jenna Rose connects with spirit to share messages from loved ones who have crossed over.

Together, we’ll find comfort in knowing our loved ones in spirit are still with us.

While not everyone is guaranteed a personal message, spirit’s guidance will create a shared space of healing, affirming that love truly transcends realms.

This group has a firm 8 person cap, to allow for a intimate container.

Register Here

Sunday Morning Flow Series 

Sundays Starting Aug 3rd 9-10am 

8/3, 8/10, 8/17, 8/24

$75 for full-4-week series or $25 to drop-in 

Sunday Morning Flow is vinyasa-style class that blends relaxation, pranayama and dynamic yoga sequences. The class is intended to awaken the body and calm the mind. 

This class is recommended for students who have experience with practicing yoga or other forms of low-impact movement such as Pilates or barre. Posture variations will be offered for students at varying levels. 

Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.

Register Here

Empower & Adapt:

Essentials of Teaching Chair Yoga

with Rebecca White

Sunday, August 17 11am - 1:30pm

Discover how to bring the benefits of chair yoga to every body with this comprehensive workshop.

Designed specifically for yoga teachers looking to teach a wide range of students and seeking to enhance their creativity and versatility as an instructor.

This detailed workshop will equip you with the tools, techniques, and confidence to adapt common yoga poses using the support of a chair and other props such as blocks, straps and bolsters.

In this interactive workshop, you will:

• Learn the principles and benefits of Chair Yoga

• Explore safe and effective ways to modify seated and standing yoga postures

• Gain insight and samples for sequencing a 60-minute chair yoga class

• Review language and cues that offer accessibility and variation

• Practice teaching and receive supportive feedback

Whether you’re looking to expand your offerings, support more diverse student needs, or teach outside a studio environment, this workshop will deepen your skill set and broaden your impact as a yoga teacher.

Open to 200-hour certified yoga teachers, those currently in training, or other movement facilitators.

Register Here

Shadow Work Container

A 3-Month Journey of Deep Healing

Biweekly Sessions | Dates: 6/9/25, 6/23/25, 7/7/25, 7/21/25, 8/4/25, 8/18/25
6:30pm-8:00pm

Step into a transformative 3-month journey where you'll explore the depths of your subconscious, release limiting beliefs, and reclaim your power.

This intimate container meets every other week, guiding you through shadow work with a blend of meditation, inner child healing, and transmuting shame.

Each session is thoughtfully curated to provide a safe and sacred space for your evolution. This is an invitation to meet your shadows with compassion, courage, and alchemy

Energetic exchange: $300 per person.

This is a closed container, designed for committed participants, meaning no drop-ins will be accepted.

Individual sessions with Jenna Rose are available at a discounted rate for participants in the series.

Register Here

Strong Woman - Abs + Lower Body:

Building Foundational Strength

Hormonal Health in ALL Phases of a Woman’s Life

Tuesdays at 10:30am

7/29, 8/5, 8/12, 8/19

$75 for the full 4 week series, $25 / drop in

Learn how to safely strengthen your body throughout your womanhood journey. Whether you have no interest in becoming pregnant, are in the pre-conception stage, are currently pregnant or postpartum, was never pregnant, are postpartum 10+ years, or are entering your wise woman era, this class is for you!

This whole-body corrective exercise based, bootcamp-style program will focus on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) and mastering muscle activation in basic primal movement patterns such as squats, lunges, bending, twisting, pulling, and pushing.

These types of movements are executed every single day, whether picking up a child, getting out of bed, carrying groceries, opening a car door, mopping the floor, playing your favorite sport, or taking your favorite gym class, to name a few. I will teach you how to optimally use your inner core unit through conscious breathing techniques that you will incorporate into your daily life. This will strengthen the foundational muscles that provide posture, stability, balance, and deep holistic strength.

Say goodbye to chronic conditions such as lower back pain, sacro-iliac joint dysfunction, urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, and sciatic pain.

We will begin our class with breath and core activation. After your core is properly activated and engaged, we will move on to abdominal strengthening and total body strength circuits utilizing hand weights, bands, and barre balls that will target your glutes, core, shoulder girdle, and chest. We will top off class with a cardio circuit to build endurance.

Be prepared to breathe, work, sweat and leave feeling energized, strong, and relaxed! Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing.

Barefoot/Grippy socks preferred. Non-mobile babies welcomed!

Please be advised this class is for mothers at least 10 weeks postpartum. Please see Postpartum Reconnect + Restore if you are less than 10 weeks postpartum.

Register Here

Trauma Informed Gentle Yoga

with Katie Morgan

Tuesdays in August at 5pm

8/5, 8/12, 8/19, 8/26

$75 for 4-Week Series / $25 per drop in

This 4-week, trauma-informed series will focus on breath-synced movement sequences with ample opportunity to make modifications and enhancements to what is offered. Students can expect a naturally-lit space, easy access to the support of a variety of props and a soft playlist without lyrics.

The class includes an Acclimation Ritual, gentle movement, and a generous savasana.

This class is best for:

Those who are new to, or returning to a physical yoga practice.

And/Or Students who are seeking the quiet, but present support of community.

And/Or People who are seeking to devote time to the practice of calming their minds, and hearts through building a connection to breath and body.

If you are wondering if this practice is right for you, you can contact Katie directly at thegriefritual@gmail.com.

Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.

Register Here

Grow Your Yoga Practice: A Trauma-Informed Approach

Tuesdays at 6:15

8/5, 8/12, 8/19, 8/26

Safety is paramount to a trauma-informed practice, and this series has been designed with that in mind.

Often, learning new poses in yoga classes happens by default, we receive some cues and we strive to make our bodies take the shape of what we see. This method does not always lend itself to establishing physical safety in the pose or to growing our practice by deepening the connection to our experience on the mat.

The 'Grow Your Yoga Practice' 4-Week series offers:

A hybrid style class; part workshop (10-15 minutes) and part yoga class experience (45 - 50 minutes)

The workshop portion of the class will teach and demo the featured pose or poses for that class experience. Students will be able to watch and learn as Katie and one of her trauma-informed guest co-teachers work together to provide the cues, helpful hints and variations of the posture.

The class experience will feel like a “normal” yoga class. It will begin with an opening acclimation/intention setting, and will be designed to support the new postures we will be integrating, ending with a savasana

Katie’s co-teacher and Katie will each be positioned in the front of the class; one of them will be doing the traditional forms of poses while the other takes supported variations of those same postures

In this trauma-informed class experience, you can expect:

• No hands-on assists (unless specifically requested) in class

• A playlist without lyrics

• Natural light, no incense or candles and an abundance of props

This offering is right for you if:

• You have the desire to grow or deepen your physical and therefore, spiritual yoga practice

• You would like the opportunity to practice in a class community that values the trauma-informed principles of safety, trust, collaboration, choice, empowerment and cultural consideration

• You value the ability to ask questions, get curious and remain playful in spaces that are inherently aware of everyone's unique and individual life experience and needs

• You have been curious about how a trauma-informed practice can feel AND are excited to meet so many local trauma-informed instructors during the month-long series

August Guest Co-Teachers:

• 8/5 : Lauren Measure - Shoulder Love (featuring arm binds)

• 8/12 : April Narby - Balancing Act (featuring toe stand)

• 8/19 : Danielle Kolar - Rotations & Transitions (featuring twisted lunge to side plank)

• 8/26 : Fran Attilio - Hamstrings (featuring downward facing dog variations)

  If you have questions about whether or not this practice is right for you, you can email Katie at katie@thegriefritual.com.

Register Here

Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group

with Kim Guccione

Wednesdays at 12:30 pm

Research has shown that peer support is the most reliable predictor that a mother will successfully breastfeed her baby.

Join our support group to create a community of like-minded mamas and to enhance your breastfeeding journey.

Come to share your expertise or to listen to other mothers' experiences- let's co-create the village that you've been searching for!

Sliding Scale Suggested Donation: $10-20

Register Here

Prenatal Labor Training and Visualization

with Krista O’Dea of One Strong Mother

Wednesdays at 5pm - A 4 Week Series

7/30, 8/6, 8/13, 8/20

$75 for full 4 week series, $25/drop in

Prepare your mind and body for your upcoming labor and birth!

Class will begin with breath work to quiet the mind, bring attention inward, and relax and open the pelvic floor.

Through breath, we will use our transverse abdominals and practice “open sphincter pushing” as an option to utilize when you feel the urge to push. These techniques will be used in various birthing positions so that you are confident no matter which option you choose.

We will then move onto various pelvic openers to open the pelvic inlet, mid-pelvis, and pelvic outlet to assist you during labor. Since labor is a primal physical event, we will mimic the ebb and flow of contractions by “working” for one minute while utilizing the breathing techniques to quiet the mind. Once work is done, we will use our breath to return inward to “rest” in order to prepare for the next round of work.

Lastly, we will focus on meditation and relaxation techniques to build mental endurance while incorporating visualizations to inspire a positive birth experience and communicate with your growing baby.

Meditation, visualization, positive thoughts and affirming words promote stress resiliency as well as stress reduction. But that’s not all! Imagery improves performance; if you go there in the mind, you can go there in the body!

Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing. Grippy socks are optional as barefoot is preferred.

Register Here

Walking Meditation Group

w/ Rebecca F. White, MA, CYT-500

Thursdays 9:15-9:45am

Donation-Based/Sliding Scale Offering (contribute what you can)

Slow Down. Breathe. Connect.

Practice a guided walking meditation — a mindful journey to calm your mind, move with ease, and connect with nature. The walk will be in silence. The intention is to immerse the mind’s focus on the sensory experience of walking outside.

No experience needed. Every Body is Welcome.

Bring comfortable shoes, preferred sun protection, and an open heart.

In the case of inclement weather, a guided meditation will be offered inside the studio at EmBodied Physical Therapy.

Please contact Rebecca with specific questions at: rfwhite1221@gmail.com or on Instagram @yoga_rebecca4515

Register Here

Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga

Thursdays 10am

5 - Week Starting 7/24

7/24, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28

No class 7/31

$100 for 5 weeks/ $25 to Drop-In

Start your Thursday with gentle and balanced Yoga Practice.

Classes include:

·   Yoga poses with variations offered

·   Pranayama (breathing exercises)

·   Relaxation

·   Mindfulness + Meditation

Classes welcome inquiry and offer a safe space to explore the connection between the body, mind and breath. This class is open to all levels and is beginner friendly.

Thursdays 10-11am

Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.

Sign Up Here

New to the Mat

A class for every curious heart and cautious beginner.

with Lauren Measure

Thursdays at 5pm

August 7. 14, 21 & 28

New to the Mat is a safe, supportive space for those starting or rekindling their yoga journey.

We’ll move through simple sequences with clear, encouraging guidance—focusing on how the poses feel, not how they look.

Expect plenty of breath reminders, gentle transitions, and the freedom to pause, modify, or explore what works best in your body.

This isn’t about perfection—it’s about showing up, tuning in, and growing at your own pace.

Register Here

Mindful Birth: 6-Week Prenatal Yoga Series

with Karen Carola, CNM

Thursdays at 6:30pm starting 8/7

8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/11, 9/18

no class 9/4

Join us for a transformative 6-week journey designed to nurture both your body and spirit as you prepare for birth and motherhood.

This comprehensive prenatal yoga series combines gentle movement, breathwork, meditation, and essential birth education in a supportive environment guided by an experienced midwife.

What You’ll Experience

• Gentle Asana Practice: Modified yoga poses specifically designed for pregnancy that help build strength, flexibility, and stamina while honoring your changing body. Each practice is adaptable for all trimesters and fitness levels.

• Breathing Techniques: Learn powerful breathwork methods that will serve you throughout pregnancy, during labor, and in early motherhood.

• Meditation & Mindfulness: Cultivate inner stillness and develop tools to quiet mental chatter.

• Birth Education: Receive information about labor and birth from a midwife’s perspective.

This series is founded on the belief that within every birthing person lies profound wisdom and strength.

By learning to quiet the mind and tune into your body’s natural rhythms, you’ll develop the confidence to trust your instincts and approach birth from a place of empowerment rather than fear.

Who This Series Is For

• Expectant mothers at any stage of pregnancy

• Those seeking a holistic approach to birth preparation

• Anyone wanting to cultivate deeper body awareness and intuition

• Partners welcome to join for support and shared learning

No previous yoga experience necessary. All bodies and birth plans welcomed.

Register Here

Foundations of Strength: Pelvic Floor & Core Pilates

Empowering Women's Wellness Across Every Life Stage

With Dr. Emily Bessemer

Fridays at 8:30am

8/8, 8/22, 8/29, 9/5

No Class 8/15

A Four-Week Series, $75 for full series - $25/drop in

Designed and led by Dr. Emily (a pelvic floor physical therapist), this specialized Pilates class provides a transformative approach to core and pelvic floor health. Whether you're navigating postpartum recovery, menopause, or simply seeking to build functional strength, this class offers a scientifically-informed, compassionate path to bodily resilience.

What Makes This Class Unique:

• Expert-Led Instruction: Guided by a licensed pelvic floor physical therapist with deep understanding of women's body mechanics

• Comprehensive Approach: Tailored movements that support pelvic floor health through various life stages

• Safe, Functional Movements: Carefully designed exercises that promote strength, stability, and healing

• Holistic Wellness: Beyond exercise, learn about pelvic floor function, core engagement, and body awareness

Who Will Benefit:

• Women in postpartum recovery

• Those experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction

• Individuals managing incontinence

• Women in perimenopause and menopause

• Anyone seeking to build core strength safely

Class Highlights:

• Individualized modifications for all fitness levels

• Breath work and mindful movement

• Supportive, judgment-free environment

• Small group setting for personalized attention

Reclaim Your Strength. Restore Your Confidence.

Important Note for Pregnant Participants:

Pregnancy Wellness Guidance While we love supporting women's health, this specific class is not suitable for pregnant individuals. We warmly recommend seeking out specialized prenatal Pilates or yoga classes designed to safely support your unique wellness journey during pregnancy. These classes provide tailored movements that nurture both mom and baby.

No prior Pilates experience required. Medical clearance recommended for specific conditions.

Register Here

Creative Connections:

a space to come and create something while connecting with yourself and others.

with Melissa Delizia

Fridays at 10:30 am

8/1, 8/8, 8/15, 8/22, 8/29

$100 for 5 week series, $25/drop in

This class will be 1 hour, starting with a short meditation and a bit of reiki for each participant, leading into creative time with whatever modality speaks to you most (some examples: writing, drawing, collaging, coloring) and ending with some reflective sharing and connecting.

This is a 5 week series with a new theme each month.

Participants are encouraged to bring whatever crafty supplies they feel called to use, but basics like paper, pens, coloring pages supplies will be available always.

Register Here

Come meet our teachers and see if this unique training is right for you!

Teacher Meet + Greet - August 22, 2025 at 6pm

Make sure to register below as space is limited!

Comprehensive 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Training: Integrative Mind-Body Education

Interested in applying: Find Application Here

This unique 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training offers an unprecedented collaborative approach combining the expertise of six distinguished professionals: a physical therapist, advanced yogini, midwife, mindfulness and children's yoga specialist, sound healer, and trauma-informed social worker. Our holistic curriculum goes beyond standard teacher training to provide a transformative educational experience that honors the ancient traditions of yoga while incorporating modern scientific understanding.

12 Weekends From 2025 - 2026: Friday 6-8, Saturday 12-6, Sunday 12-6 starting 10/24/2025

on sale until 7/1/2025

Training Highlights

Our program provides comprehensive instruction in teaching yoga classes with special emphasis on:

• Anatomically-informed asana practice guided by our physical therapist to ensure safe alignment principles and injury prevention

• Authentic vinyasa sequencing taught by our advanced yogini, balancing tradition with innovation

• Specialized populations including prenatal, postnatal, and children's yoga with our midwife and kids yoga specialist

• Mindfulness techniques to enhance your personal practice and teaching methodology

• Sound healing integration to deepen the sensory experience of your classes

• Trauma-sensitive approaches essential for creating safe, inclusive spaces for all students

Curriculum Components

• Detailed anatomy and physiology specific to yoga practice

• Philosophy and history of yoga traditions

• Teaching methodology and practical instructional skills

• Hands-on adjustment techniques with ethical considerations

• Voice cultivation and effective communication

• Business aspects of yoga teaching and ethical professional development

• Practicum sessions with constructive feedback

• Personal practice development

What Makes Our Training Unique

This collaborative training creates a rich learning environment where multiple perspectives illuminate the multifaceted nature of yoga. Students benefit from the combined wisdom of practitioners who bring specialized knowledge from different but complementary fields. Our experiential learning approach ensures you don't just study yoga—you embody it.

Upon completion, graduates will possess not only the technical skills to lead safe, engaging yoga classes, but also a deeper understanding of yoga's transformative potential across diverse contexts and populations.

Join us on this journey of growth, learning, and community as you develop your authentic voice as a yoga teacher.

Payment plans available upon request - email emily@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com or info@embodiedphysicaltherapy.com

Interested in applying: Find Application Here

Register Here

Sunday Morning Flow Series 

Sundays Starting Aug 3rd 9-10am 

8/3, 8/10, 8/17, 8/24

$75 for full-4-week series or $25 to drop-in 

Sunday Morning Flow is vinyasa-style class that blends relaxation, pranayama and dynamic yoga sequences. The class is intended to awaken the body and calm the mind. 

This class is recommended for students who have experience with practicing yoga or other forms of low-impact movement such as Pilates or barre. Posture variations will be offered for students at varying levels. 

Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.

Register Here

Prenatal Flow

Prenatal Yoga 4 Week Series

Sundays at 10:30 AM

8/3, 8/10, 8/24, 8/31

No class 8/17

$75 for full 4-week series, $25 per drop in

This Class is IN PERSON at EmBodied Physical Therapy

This series is focused around the seasonal shift of summer with mindfulness practice, breath work and movements all integrated in to a prenatal specific yoga class.

In class mamas are encouraged to connect with their baby, create bonding and space with in the body and pelvis to prepare and strengthen for birth.

Prenatal Yoga is an amazing adjunct to birth classes and birth preparation for the pelvic floor and more. Through gentle movements, core activation and mobility of the soft tissues around the hips and pelvis it can be utilized to allow for ease and preparation for birth.

Register Here

Breastfeeding Basics

with Kim Guccione

Sunday 8/24 at 12pm

This 90 minute class is designed to prepare mothers-to-be to nurse their newborn.

We will set realistic expectations, add breastfeeding basics to birth plans and discuss tips for breastfeeding success.

As a society, our trend is to prepare for birth and "see what happens" with feeding our baby. Although no one can prepare us for the birth of a child and each breastfeeding dyad is unique, understanding the basics of how breastfeeding works and catching a glimpse of what to expect at the beginning of nursing can set us up for a successful start and a more rewarding experience.

It is ideal to take this class around 27-32 weeks of pregnancy.

Partners are welcome!

Class includes access to online materials for future reference.

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Trauma Informed Gentle Yoga

with Katie Morgan

Tuesdays in August at 5pm

8/5, 8/12, 8/19, 8/26

$75 for 4-Week Series / $25 per drop in

This 4-week, trauma-informed series will focus on breath-synced movement sequences with ample opportunity to make modifications and enhancements to what is offered. Students can expect a naturally-lit space, easy access to the support of a variety of props and a soft playlist without lyrics.

The class includes an Acclimation Ritual, gentle movement, and a generous savasana.

This class is best for:

Those who are new to, or returning to a physical yoga practice.

And/Or Students who are seeking the quiet, but present support of community.

And/Or People who are seeking to devote time to the practice of calming their minds, and hearts through building a connection to breath and body.

If you are wondering if this practice is right for you, you can contact Katie directly at thegriefritual@gmail.com.

Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.

Register Here

Grow Your Yoga Practice: A Trauma-Informed Approach

Tuesdays at 6:15

8/5, 8/12, 8/19, 8/26

Safety is paramount to a trauma-informed practice, and this series has been designed with that in mind.

Often, learning new poses in yoga classes happens by default, we receive some cues and we strive to make our bodies take the shape of what we see. This method does not always lend itself to establishing physical safety in the pose or to growing our practice by deepening the connection to our experience on the mat.

The 'Grow Your Yoga Practice' 4-Week series offers:

A hybrid style class; part workshop (10-15 minutes) and part yoga class experience (45 - 50 minutes)

The workshop portion of the class will teach and demo the featured pose or poses for that class experience. Students will be able to watch and learn as Katie and one of her trauma-informed guest co-teachers work together to provide the cues, helpful hints and variations of the posture.

The class experience will feel like a “normal” yoga class. It will begin with an opening acclimation/intention setting, and will be designed to support the new postures we will be integrating, ending with a savasana

Katie’s co-teacher and Katie will each be positioned in the front of the class; one of them will be doing the traditional forms of poses while the other takes supported variations of those same postures

In this trauma-informed class experience, you can expect:

• No hands-on assists (unless specifically requested) in class

• A playlist without lyrics

• Natural light, no incense or candles and an abundance of props

This offering is right for you if:

• You have the desire to grow or deepen your physical and therefore, spiritual yoga practice

• You would like the opportunity to practice in a class community that values the trauma-informed principles of safety, trust, collaboration, choice, empowerment and cultural consideration

• You value the ability to ask questions, get curious and remain playful in spaces that are inherently aware of everyone's unique and individual life experience and needs

• You have been curious about how a trauma-informed practice can feel AND are excited to meet so many local trauma-informed instructors during the month-long series

August Guest Co-Teachers:

• 8/5 : Lauren Measure - Shoulder Love (featuring arm binds)

• 8/12 : April Narby - Balancing Act (featuring toe stand)

• 8/19 : Danielle Kolar - Rotations & Transitions (featuring twisted lunge to side plank)

• 8/26 : Fran Attilio - Hamstrings (featuring downward facing dog variations)

If you have questions about whether or not this practice is right for you, you can email Katie at katie@thegriefritual.com.

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Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group

with Kim Guccione

Wednesdays at 12:30 pm

Research has shown that peer support is the most reliable predictor that a mother will successfully breastfeed her baby.

Join our support group to create a community of like-minded mamas and to enhance your breastfeeding journey.

Come to share your expertise or to listen to other mothers' experiences- let's co-create the village that you've been searching for!

Sliding Scale Suggested Donation: $10-20

Register Here

Living with Dragons: Book Chat

with Nicole Fillipelli

Wednesday 8/27 at 6:30pm

Come join a relaxed and magical convo about How to Live with Dragons by Caroline Mitchell.

If you’ve read the book — even most of it — you’re welcome to come hang out, share your favorite parts, and chat about what stuck with you.

No pressure, no deep-diving unless it feels right.

Just a casual gathering with fellow dragon-curious folks to reflect, laugh, and maybe leave with a little more fire in your soul.

🐉✨

Bring your thoughts, questions, or just your dragon-loving self.

Let’s talk dragons!

Find the Book Here

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Morning Stretch + De-Stress Yoga

Thursdays 10am

5 - Week Starting 7/24

7/24, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28

No class 7/31

$100 for 5 weeks/ $25 to Drop-In

Start your Thursday with gentle and balanced Yoga Practice.

Classes include:

·   Yoga poses with variations offered

·   Pranayama (breathing exercises)

·   Relaxation

·   Mindfulness + Meditation

Classes welcome inquiry and offer a safe space to explore the connection between the body, mind and breath. This class is open to all levels and is beginner friendly.

Thursdays 10-11am

Must be at minimum 10 weeks post partum to participate with clearance from medical doctor. This is a group exercise class, if concerned about pelvic floor and core strength for movement - and specifics for you and your body - please schedule a one-on-one session with Dr. Emily for a full pelvic floor assessment.

Sign Up Here

New to the Mat

A class for every curious heart and cautious beginner.

with Lauren Measure

Thursdays at 5pm

August 7. 14, 21 & 28

New to the Mat is a safe, supportive space for those starting or rekindling their yoga journey.

We’ll move through simple sequences with clear, encouraging guidance—focusing on how the poses feel, not how they look.

Expect plenty of breath reminders, gentle transitions, and the freedom to pause, modify, or explore what works best in your body.

This isn’t about perfection—it’s about showing up, tuning in, and growing at your own pace.

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Mindful Birth: 6-Week Prenatal Yoga Series

with Karen Carola, CNM

Thursdays at 6:30pm starting 8/7

8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/11, 9/18

no class 9/4

Join us for a transformative 6-week journey designed to nurture both your body and spirit as you prepare for birth and motherhood.

This comprehensive prenatal yoga series combines gentle movement, breathwork, meditation, and essential birth education in a supportive environment guided by an experienced midwife.

What You’ll Experience

• Gentle Asana Practice: Modified yoga poses specifically designed for pregnancy that help build strength, flexibility, and stamina while honoring your changing body. Each practice is adaptable for all trimesters and fitness levels.

• Breathing Techniques: Learn powerful breathwork methods that will serve you throughout pregnancy, during labor, and in early motherhood.

• Meditation & Mindfulness: Cultivate inner stillness and develop tools to quiet mental chatter.

• Birth Education: Receive information about labor and birth from a midwife’s perspective.

This series is founded on the belief that within every birthing person lies profound wisdom and strength.

By learning to quiet the mind and tune into your body’s natural rhythms, you’ll develop the confidence to trust your instincts and approach birth from a place of empowerment rather than fear.

Who This Series Is For

• Expectant mothers at any stage of pregnancy

• Those seeking a holistic approach to birth preparation

• Anyone wanting to cultivate deeper body awareness and intuition

• Partners welcome to join for support and shared learning

No previous yoga experience necessary. All bodies and birth plans welcomed.

Register Here

Foundations of Strength: Pelvic Floor & Core Pilates

Empowering Women's Wellness Across Every Life Stage

With Dr. Emily Bessemer

Fridays at 8:30am

8/8, 8/22, 8/29, 9/5

No Class 8/15

A Four-Week Series, $75 for full series - $25/drop in

Designed and led by Dr. Emily (a pelvic floor physical therapist), this specialized Pilates class provides a transformative approach to core and pelvic floor health. Whether you're navigating postpartum recovery, menopause, or simply seeking to build functional strength, this class offers a scientifically-informed, compassionate path to bodily resilience.

What Makes This Class Unique:

• Expert-Led Instruction: Guided by a licensed pelvic floor physical therapist with deep understanding of women's body mechanics

• Comprehensive Approach: Tailored movements that support pelvic floor health through various life stages

• Safe, Functional Movements: Carefully designed exercises that promote strength, stability, and healing

• Holistic Wellness: Beyond exercise, learn about pelvic floor function, core engagement, and body awareness

Who Will Benefit:

• Women in postpartum recovery

• Those experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction

• Individuals managing incontinence

• Women in perimenopause and menopause

• Anyone seeking to build core strength safely

Class Highlights:

• Individualized modifications for all fitness levels

• Breath work and mindful movement

• Supportive, judgment-free environment

• Small group setting for personalized attention

Reclaim Your Strength. Restore Your Confidence.

Important Note for Pregnant Participants:

Pregnancy Wellness Guidance While we love supporting women's health, this specific class is not suitable for pregnant individuals. We warmly recommend seeking out specialized prenatal Pilates or yoga classes designed to safely support your unique wellness journey during pregnancy. These classes provide tailored movements that nurture both mom and baby.

No prior Pilates experience required. Medical clearance recommended for specific conditions.

Register Here

Creative Connections:

a space to come and create something while connecting with yourself and others.

with Melissa Delizia

Fridays at 10:30 am

8/1, 8/8, 8/15, 8/22, 8/29

$100 for 5 week series, $25/drop in

This class will be 1 hour, starting with a short meditation and a bit of reiki for each participant, leading into creative time with whatever modality speaks to you most (some examples: writing, drawing, collaging, coloring) and ending with some reflective sharing and connecting.

This is a 5 week series with a new theme each month.

Participants are encouraged to bring whatever crafty supplies they feel called to use, but basics like paper, pens, coloring pages supplies will be available always.

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Prenatal Flow

Prenatal Yoga 4 Week Series

Sundays at 10:30 AM

8/3, 8/10, 8/24, 8/31

No class 8/17

$75 for full 4-week series, $25 per drop in

This Class is IN PERSON at EmBodied Physical Therapy

This series is focused around the seasonal shift of summer with mindfulness practice, breath work and movements all integrated in to a prenatal specific yoga class.

In class mamas are encouraged to connect with their baby, create bonding and space with in the body and pelvis to prepare and strengthen for birth.

Prenatal Yoga is an amazing adjunct to birth classes and birth preparation for the pelvic floor and more. Through gentle movements, core activation and mobility of the soft tissues around the hips and pelvis it can be utilized to allow for ease and preparation for birth.

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Herbal Plant Spirit Meditation

August 31 : Balance & Harvest with Oatstraw - Limited Space Available

Sliding Scale Donation Based - Suggested Donation $25-50

Class will be 90 minutes with an opportunity to mingle for a little while after.

Note: if there is a guest speaker, please expect the possibility of our class extending the time to 120 minutes. 

Each month we will sit with an herb that coincides with the season.

We will journey through the chakra’s, taking notice of how the herb effects each wheel. We will weave in greenwitch practices under the guidance of the Wise Woman Tradition of Healing, calling in and giving gratitude to the elements. There will be an opportunity for a few folks to share experiences within the circle. Then we will go into the herbs healing properties, energetics and other wisdoms before closing together.

Please bring:

• an item of meaning to you to place on our community altar (you will take it back home with you after class)

• a journal if you wish!

• favorite mug with you!

I will include plant profiles that you can bring home to hole punch and put in a binder to build your own materia medica.

If you are unable to attend please email soilskysoul@gmail.com so we can make space for folks who want to drop in! Please let us know within 24 hours if you are unable to attend! !

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Posture Pilates: Realign & Restore

with Dr. Emily

A Six Week Series Starting 9/2 at 8:30am

9/2, 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, + 10/7

Combat the daily demands on your body with this specialized Pilates class designed by a pelvic floor physical therapist. Whether you're dealing with "text neck" from screen time, rounded shoulders from desk work, postural changes from breastfeeding, or that familiar ache from curling up with a good beach read, this class targets the root causes of poor posture.

Through mindful movement and precise alignment cues, you'll work to both lengthen tight, overworked muscles and strengthen the deep stabilizers that support optimal posture. Each session focuses on creating balance between the front and back of your body, addressing the forward head posture and rounded shoulder patterns that have become so common in our modern lives.

Using Pilates principles of core stability and controlled movement, you'll learn to activate your deep neck flexors, strengthen your upper back, and engage your pelvic floor as part of your body's natural support system. The class emphasizes quality over quantity, helping you develop body awareness that carries into your daily activities.

Expect gentle yet effective exercises that target the thoracic spine, shoulder blade stability, and hip flexor lengthening.

You'll leave feeling taller, more balanced, and equipped with tools to maintain better posture throughout your day.

All levels welcome - modifications provided for every exercise.

Perfect for anyone spending long hours at a computer, new mothers, or anyone looking to improve their posture and reduce tension.

Register Here

Strong Woman - Abs & Total Body Building:

Foundational Strength & Hormonal Health in ALL Phases of a Woman’s Life

with Krista O'Dea

A Four-Week Series Starting Tuesday 9/2 at 10:30am

9/2, 9/9, 9/16, 9/23

$75 series, $25 drop-in

Learn how to safely strengthen your body throughout your womanhood journey.

Whether you have no interest in becoming pregnant, are in the pre-conception stage, are currently pregnant or postpartum, was never pregnant, are postpartum 10+ years, or are entering your wise woman era, this class is for you!

This whole-body corrective exercise based, bootcamp-style program will focus on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) and mastering muscle activation in basic primal movement patterns such as squats, lunges, bending, twisting, pulling, and pushing.

These types of movements are executed every single day, whether picking up a child, getting out of bed, carrying groceries, opening a car door, mopping the floor, playing your favorite sport, or taking your favorite gym class.

Krista will teach you how to optimally activate your inner core unit through conscious breathing techniques and targeted abdominal exercises. This will strengthen the foundational muscles that provide posture, stability, and balance while building deep, holistic strength in your entire body.

Say goodbye to chronic conditions such as lower back pain, sacro-iliac joint dysfunction, urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, and sciatic pain.

We will begin our class with breath and core activation. After your core is properly activated and engaged, we will move on to abdominal strengthening and strength circuits utilizing hand weights, bands, and barre balls that will target your lower body and upper body.

We will top off class with a cardio circuit EMOM to build endurance.

Be prepared to breathe, work, sweat, and leave feeling energized and strong!

Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing.

Barefoot/Grippy socks preferred.

Non-mobile babies welcomed!

Please be advised this class is for mothers at least 10 weeks postpartum. Please see Postpartum Reconnect & Restore if you are less than 10 weeks postpartum.

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Kundalini Yoga

with Shannon Hawley

Alight Your Light

Wednesdays (starting 9/3) at 10:30am

9/3, 9/10, 9/17, 9/24

Delve deeper into your own energetic practice.

Kundalini yoga is as much of a spiritual practice as it is a movement meditation to deepen your connection to your inner and outer worlds.

This offering begins the first Wednesday of the month and will invite you to develop a 40 day practice with a krya or framework of specific breathing techniques, asanas, mudras, and mantras.

September's Krya to Alight Your Light includes a four-part moving meditation (similar to Qigong) to move and work with the physical, mental, emotional, energetic and subtle bodies. Allow more of your unique light to come through!

Come vibe with us.

Interested? Here’s Further Information!

Where: EmBodied Physical Therapy (1009 ARNOLD AVE, Suite 1B, Point Pleasant NJ)

When: Wednesdays at 10:30am

How Much: $75 for full series or $25 for drop in

This is a very limited space – so make sure to reserve your space now if interested!

Register Here

Donation Based Breastfeeding Support Group

with Kim Guccione

Wednesdays at 12:30 pm

Research has shown that peer support is the most reliable predictor that a mother will successfully breastfeed her baby.

Join our support group to create a community of like-minded mamas and to enhance your breastfeeding journey.

Come to share your expertise or to listen to other mothers' experiences- let's co-create the village that you've been searching for!

Sliding Scale Suggested Donation: $10-20

Register Here

Strong Woman Abs & Upper Body Building:

Foundational Strength & Hormonal Health in ALL Phases of a Woman’s Life

with Krista O'Dea

A Four-Week Series Starting Wednesday 9/3 at 5:30pm

9/3, 9/10, 9/17, 9/24

$75 series, $25 drop-in

If registering for Tabata + Bootcamp Use Code TABATA for $5 drop ins

Learn how to safely strengthen your body throughout your womanhood journey.

Whether you have no interest in becoming pregnant, are in the pre-conception stage, are currently pregnant or postpartum, was never pregnant, are postpartum 10+ years, or are entering your wise woman era, this class is for you!

This whole-body corrective exercise based, bootcamp-style program will focus on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) and mastering muscle activation in basic primal movement patterns such as squats, lunges, bending, twisting, pulling, and pushing.

These types of movements are executed every single day, whether picking up a child, getting out of bed, carrying groceries, opening a car door, mopping the floor, playing your favorite sport, or taking your favorite gym class.

Krista will teach you how to optimally activate your inner core unit through conscious breathing techniques and targeted abdominal exercises. This will strengthen the foundational muscles that provide posture, stability, and balance while building deep, holistic strength in your entire body.

Say goodbye to chronic conditions such as lower back pain, sacro-iliac joint dysfunction, urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, and sciatic pain.

We will begin our class with breath and core activation. After your core is properly activated and engaged, we will move on to abdominal strengthening and strength circuits utilizing hand weights, bands, and barre balls that will target your lower body and upper body.

We will top off class with a cardio circuit EMOM to build endurance.

Be prepared to breathe, work, sweat, and leave feeling energized and strong!

Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing.

Barefoot/Grippy socks preferred.

Non-mobile babies welcomed!

Please be advised this class is for mothers at least 10 weeks postpartum. Please see Postpartum Reconnect & Restore if you are less than 10 weeks postpartum.

Register Here

Strong Woman Abs & Upper Body Building:

Foundational Strength & Hormonal Health in ALL Phases of a Woman’s Life

with Krista O'Dea

A Four-Week Series Starting Wednesday 9/3 at 6:15pm

9/3, 9/10, 9/17, 9/24

$75 series, $25 drop-in

If registering for Tabata + Bootcamp Use Code TABATA for $5 drop ins

As the womanhood journey moves into the peri-menopause and menopause phase of the wheel, hormones begin to fluctuate for up to 10 years.

You may be noticing that the training your body once responded to is no longer “working.”

You may notice changes in your body, especially around your abdomen.

This hormonally driven change also includes body composition shifts, rise of cortisol, and a degree of insulin resistance.

What can you do to navigate this change? Work out smarter and shorter! Short intensity interval training, such as Tabata, improves insulin sensitivity, lowers fasting blood sugar levels, reduces hormonal and cortisol induced belly fat, increases endurance and strength, increases lean muscle, and reduces stress.

The goal of Tabata is to dial down the volume of work and dial up the intensity.

Doing a Tabata workout just 1 time a week can result in all the above-mentioned benefits!

What to expect?

• High intensity work for 20 seconds, rest for 10 seconds, and repeat this interval 8 times. After this first set, we rest for a full 3-4 minutes and do it all over again…two more times!

The goal is to get your heart rate approximately 85% of your max. In less than 30 minutes, you get an amazing Tabata workout!

Pair this class with my Strong Woman series to learn how to use your core correctly, incorporate heavy lifting, and notice results within a month’s time.

Be prepared to sweat!

Bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing.

Barefoot/Grippy socks preferred.

Non-mobile babies welcomed.

Please be advised this class is for mothers at least 12 weeks postpartum who have taken my other series to prepare the core and body for this type of intensity.

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Gentle Growth: A Foundations Practice

with Lauren Measure

A Six Week Series Starting 9/4 - Thursdays at 5pm

9/4, 9/11, 9/18, 9/25, 10/2 & 10/9

This class is designed for students who are still new to yoga—or returning with a desire to deepen their connection to the practice.

We move slowly, breathe intentionally, and revisit foundational shapes with curiosity and care.

In this next step of your yoga journey, you'll begin to learn new poses and simple flow sequences while continuing to build strength, stability, and confidence.

Emphasis is placed on the foundational principles of yoga—linking breath with movement, tuning into your body’s natural rhythm, and honoring the present moment.

Gentle Growth is a trauma-informed space where you’re invited to move at your own pace, explore the practice with compassion, and grow into the wisdom of your body.

Whether you’ve taken New to the Mat or are simply seeking a supportive and steady place to begin again, this gentle flow offers the tools and encouragement to meet yourself exactly where you are—again and again.

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Foundations of Strength: Pelvic Floor & Core Pilates

Empowering Women's Wellness Across Every Life Stage

With Dr. Emily Bessemer

Fridays at 8:30am

8/8, 8/22, 8/29, 9/5

No Class 8/15

A Four-Week Series, $75 for full series - $25/drop in

Designed and led by Dr. Emily (a pelvic floor physical therapist), this specialized Pilates class provides a transformative approach to core and pelvic floor health. Whether you're navigating postpartum recovery, menopause, or simply seeking to build functional strength, this class offers a scientifically-informed, compassionate path to bodily resilience.

What Makes This Class Unique:

• Expert-Led Instruction: Guided by a licensed pelvic floor physical therapist with deep understanding of women's body mechanics

• Comprehensive Approach: Tailored movements that support pelvic floor health through various life stages

• Safe, Functional Movements: Carefully designed exercises that promote strength, stability, and healing

• Holistic Wellness: Beyond exercise, learn about pelvic floor function, core engagement, and body awareness

Who Will Benefit:

• Women in postpartum recovery

• Those experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction

• Individuals managing incontinence

• Women in perimenopause and menopause

• Anyone seeking to build core strength safely

Class Highlights:

• Individualized modifications for all fitness levels

• Breath work and mindful movement

• Supportive, judgment-free environment

• Small group setting for personalized attention

Reclaim Your Strength. Restore Your Confidence.

Important Note for Pregnant Participants:

Pregnancy Wellness Guidance While we love supporting women's health, this specific class is not suitable for pregnant individuals. We warmly recommend seeking out specialized prenatal Pilates or yoga classes designed to safely support your unique wellness journey during pregnancy. These classes provide tailored movements that nurture both mom and baby.

No prior Pilates experience required. Medical clearance recommended for specific conditions.

Register Here

Sunday Flow Series

Sundays at 9AM

9/7, 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/5, + 10/12

$125 for full 6-week series, $25 per drop in

This class focuses on whimsy and flow with an integrative twist.

Seasonal Flow: Embracing the Shift September 7 - October 12, 2025

Join Dr. Emily for this transformative 6-week vinyasa yoga series designed to guide you through the sacred transition from summer's radiant energy into autumn's reflective embrace.

Through flowing movement, mindfulness practice, and intentional seasonal alignment, this class offers a nurturing space to honor both the lingering warmth of late summer and the approaching wisdom of the darker months.

Each session weaves together dynamic vinyasa sequences with Dr. Emily's signature integration of moon magic, womb-centered energetic healing, and powerful solar/sacral plexus work.

As we move through this pivotal time between the harvest season and autumn's deeper introspection, you'll learn to call your energy back to center while releasing any scattered summer patterns that no longer serve you.

This practice is perfect for those seeking to find balance during seasonal transitions, offering tools to ground yourself as daylight begins to shift and nature prepares for its cyclical rest.

Whether you're new to yoga or deepening an existing practice, you'll discover how to flow harmoniously with the earth's natural rhythms while cultivating inner stability and strength.

Come as you are, and leave feeling centered, aligned, and ready to embrace the beautiful transformation that autumn brings.

Register Here

Prenatal Flow

Sundays at 10:30 AM

9/7, 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/5 + 10/12

$125 for full 6-week series, $25 per drop in

This Class is IN PERSON at EmBodied Physical Therapy

Prenatal Seasonal Flow: Autumn Preparation September - October 2025

This nurturing prenatal yoga series is designed around autumn's transformative energy, integrating mindfulness practice, breath work, and gentle movements specifically tailored for expecting mothers.

As nature prepares for its seasonal transition, mamas are encouraged to connect deeply with their baby, create space within the body and pelvis, and build strength in preparation for birth.

This class is taught by pelvic floor physical therapist Emily Bessemer, who brings over 10 years of experience in women's health to her practice. Having worked with women of all ages and stages to connect with their pelvic floors, Emily is excited to expand her expertise to include prenatal yoga through EmBodied Physical Therapy, her private practice. Expect this series to be interactive, supportive, and enjoyable as we move through autumn's grounding energy, warming our bodies while continuing to nurture the precious life within.

Through gentle movements that honor the season's reflective nature, we'll focus on creating stability and openness as daylight shifts and nature begins its inward turn.

This practice embraces autumn's wisdom of preparation and gathering, perfect for mamas preparing for their own profound transformation.

Prenatal Yoga is an amazing complement to birth classes and comprehensive birth preparation for the pelvic floor and beyond.

Through gentle movements, mindful core activation, and mobility work for the soft tissues around the hips and pelvis, this practice supports ease and readiness for birth while honoring the sacred journey of pregnancy.

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Sound Baths

at EmBodied

First and Last Mondays of the month 

FIRST MONDAY: 9/8 at 6:30pm

6:30-7:30pm $30 / soundbath

Space is limited please register in advanced.

A SOUND BATH IS A DEEPLY-IMMERSIVE, FULL-BODY LISTENING EXPERIENCE THAT INTENTIONALLY USES SOUND TO INVITE GENTLE YET POWERFUL THERAPEUTIC AND RESTORATIVE PROCESSES TO NURTURE THE MIND AND BODY.

Emotional

• Improved mood and emotional intelligence

• Increased optimism, relaxation, and awareness

• Reduced worry, anxiety, and impulsivity

• Enhanced self-esteem and self-acceptance

• Improved resilience against pain and adversity

Physical

• Improved immune system and energy level

• Improved breaking and heart rate

• Lower blood pressure

• Reduced inflammatory disorders and asthma

Mental

• Increased mental strength, focus, and productivity

• Increased memory retention and recall

• Improved cognitive skills and creative thinking

This experience can be helpful for anyone who wants to access the benefits from meditation or a moment of relaxation.  A sound bath is an opportunity to explore what a meditative state is and how it feels.  For this reason, it can be beneficial for both beginners of meditation and experienced meditators as well.  The goal of the experience is to invite deep rest and relaxation, and explore self-inquiry and self-discovery. 

Sound can bring balance, relaxation and a sense of wholeness to the body.  The sound of harmonic vibrations created by singing bowls, gongs and other overtone-emitting instruments are intended to stimulate the alpha and theta brain waves.  These waves are associated with deep meditative and peaceful states that are highly conducive to healing.  Sound can also slow down the heart and respiratory rate, creating a therapeutic effect on the mind and body. 

A sound bath provides the participants with a meditative experience without having to know how to meditate. The sounds and methods are used help to influence our brainwaves so they are able to shift from more active states into more introspective, relaxed states. This is called 'entrainment' and the result is that our active mind often overloaded these days with technology and information can begin to unwind; it temporarily presses pause on our current life and also events in the world that contribute to our stress levels. And the vibrations affect our physical body as well, literally moving through our body. This complete immersion in sound can provide us with much-needed perspective and give our body and mind an opportunity to process

Researchers have also found that sound waves can reduce blood pressure as well as enhance sleep and memory. Binaural beats, tones played simultaneously that are close in pitch but not identical, can be found in a sound bath session. Studies show these sounds can reduce anxiety and enhance mood states. 

Studies have shown meditation can lead to all kinds of benefits, such as increasing immune systemfunction, decreasing depression, and improving your ability to regulate your emotions, to name a few. Meditation has also been found to have positive effects on productivity by increasing focus and attention and improving your ability to multitask.

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Posture Pilates: Realign & Restore

with Dr. Emily

A Six Week Series Starting 9/2 at 8:30am

9/2, 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, + 10/7

Combat the daily demands on your body with this specialized Pilates class designed by a pelvic floor physical therapist. Whether you're dealing with "text neck" from screen time, rounded shoulders from desk work, postural changes from breastfeeding, or that familiar ache from curling up with a good beach read, this class targets the root causes of poor posture.

Through mindful movement and precise alignment cues, you'll work to both lengthen tight, overworked muscles and strengthen the deep stabilizers that support optimal posture. Each session focuses on creating balance between the front and back of your body, addressing the forward head posture and rounded shoulder patterns that have become so common in our modern lives.

Using Pilates principles of core stability and controlled movement, you'll learn to activate your deep neck flexors, strengthen your upper back, and engage your pelvic floor as part of your body's natural support system. The class emphasizes quality over quantity, helping you develop body awareness that carries into your daily activities.

Expect gentle yet effective exercises that target the thoracic spine, shoulder blade stability, and hip flexor lengthening.

You'll leave feeling taller, more balanced, and equipped with tools to maintain better posture throughout your day.

All levels welcome - modifications provided for every exercise.

Perfect for anyone spending long hours at a computer, new mothers, or anyone looking to improve their posture and reduce tension.

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Strong Woman - Abs & Total Body Building:

Foundational Strength & Hormonal Health in ALL Phases of a Woman’s Life

with Krista O'Dea

A Four-Week Series Starting Tuesday 9/2 at 10:30am

9/2, 9/9, 9/16, 9/23

$75 series, $25 drop-in

Learn how to safely strengthen your body throughout your womanhood journey.

Whether you have no interest in becoming pregnant, are in the pre-conception stage, are currently pregnant or postpartum, was never pregnant, are postpartum 10+ years, or are entering your wise woman era, this class is for you!

This whole-body corrective exercise based, bootcamp-style program will focus on optimizing the muscles of the inner core (diaphragm, transverse abdominals, and pelvic floor) and mastering muscle activation in basic primal movement patterns such as squats, lunges, bending, twisting, pulling, and pushing.

These types of movements are executed every single day, whether picking up a child, getting out of bed, carrying groceries, opening a car door, mopping the floor, playing your favorite sport, or taking your favorite gym class.

Krista will teach you how to optimally activate your inner core unit through conscious breathing techniques and targeted abdominal exercises. This will strengthen the foundational muscles that provide posture, stability, and balance while building deep, holistic strength in your entire body.

Say goodbye to chronic conditions such as lower back pain, sacro-iliac joint dysfunction, urinary/bowel incontinence, pelvic pain, and sciatic pain.

We will begin our class with breath and core activation. After your core is properly activated and engaged, we will move on to abdominal strengthening and strength circuits utilizing hand weights, bands, and barre balls that will target your lower body and upper body.

We will top off class with a cardio circuit EMOM to build endurance.

Be prepared to breathe, work, sweat, and leave feeling energized and strong!

Please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable workout clothing.

Barefoot/Grippy socks preferred.

Non-mobile babies welcomed!

Please be advised this class is for mothers at least 10 weeks postpartum. Please see Postpartum Reconnect & Restore if you are less than 10 weeks postpartum.