If there's one thing we should indulge in - it's self-care. In this donation-based session, we start with 30 minutes of restorative yoga followed by 30 minutes of a relaxing sound bath. Props such as yoga bolsters, blocks, and an eye mask will be provided for you to ensure you're comfortable. Bring your yoga mat. Optional: bring a blanket if you want to be super cozy.

Saturday, March 7th 5:00pm - 6:00pm

4:45pm - 5:00pm arrival

5:00pm -5:30pm restorative yoga

5:30pm - 6:00pm sound bath

Price: Donation-based

Location: Paw Paw House: 716 Jackson St. in West Central, Fort Wayne, IN

Please register if you plan to come - spaces are limited

Drop your shoulders, unclench your jaw, take a deep breath, and register for this lovely session with two amazing instructors! You will be thanking yourself (and the instructors) for a much needed relaxing session.

Gladys from Bienestar Yoga will be leading the restorative yoga session. Rebecca Garber from Oneness Reconnection will be leading the sound bath.

About Rebecca Garber: Rebecca is passionate about spirituality and well being with a focus on a mind body soul approach. She has been active in the field for over 10 years gaining credentials and certifications along the way. Meditation has been a source of peace for her and knows how it can help others. Originally from California transplanted to Indiana, Rebecca has created a beautiful community of friends and family.

The modern day world can be fast-moving, chaotic, and sometimes it's hard to slow down. The fast-paced lifestyle can result in anxiety, illness, body pain, and leaves us with no room for self-care. In restorative yoga, we respond to modern day expectations by slowing things down completely. For most poses, we’ll be laying down for several minutes, bringing in a sense of relaxation and restoration in our bodies and mind. Props such as bolsters and blocks will be provided for you to help get you as comfortable and relaxed as possible. Please bring your yoga mat. No experience is necessary.

This session is led by Gladys Calderon and is part of the BIPOC Wellness Collective yoga and meditation series - Sunday rotation. If you plan to attend, please register as it helps the instructor plan for the session. To register online, you do not have to have an account, you can register as a guest. This session is donation-based. Please note - the venue is located in West Central, a neighborhood downtown, and there is only street parking available. Thank you!

About the BIPOC Wellness Collective: The BIPOC Wellness Collective provides an inclusive space for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) to practice yoga, meditation, and be in a space of community, led by some of Fort Wayne’s BIPOC instructors. Classes will rotate between different instructors who will ensure students at all levels are able to follow along and create a container that may leave them feeling stronger, empowered, or rested depending on the class design.

About Gladys: My focus is restorative and yin yoga because it slows me down in today’s fast-paced life and I see that as rebellion against the modern day world. These slower styles of yoga are more inclusive, and they help reduce body pain. I’m a Latina born in Nicaragua and raised in El Salvador and the U.S. I offer bilingual yoga but this session will be in English.

Ever been to a beginners friendly yoga class that was everything BUT beginners friendly? Rest easy because this is NOT that class! This 45 minute session is for ALL levels of yogis with an emphasis on beginners. Life is already stressful, yoga shouldn’t be too. Come relax, reset, stretch, and be merry! 💕

This session is led by Shyra Parrish and is part of the BIPOC Wellness Collective yoga and meditation series - Sunday rotation. If you plan to attend, please register as it helps the instructor plan for the session. To register online, you do not have to have an account, you can register as a guest. This session is donation-based. If you'd like to offer a donation to the instructor, you can pay her cash after the session, or Cash App her at $shyytown. Please note - the venue is located in West Central, a neighborhood downtown, and there is only street parking available. Thank you!

About the BIPOC Wellness Collective: The BIPOC Wellness Collective provides an inclusive space for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) to practice yoga, meditation, and be in a space of community, led by some of Fort Wayne’s BIPOC instructors. Classes will rotate between different instructors who will ensure students at all levels are able to follow along and create a container that may leave them feeling stronger, empowered, or rested depending on the class design.

About Shyra Parrish: Just a girly pop who started doing yoga in my living room and fell in love with it. I realized how relaxing it was, how it relieved stress, and provided so many other benefits for my body. I became a certified yoga instructor December 6th, 2020 and decided that I wanted to share this gift with anyone who may be in need of it. 🤎

Breathe into the Earth is a 20-30 minute grounding meditation space for BIPOC bodies to return to stillness, breath and quiet wisdom of the land. Through a gentle guidance and shared silence we will root into the presence creating space, rest, and connection. After the sit, we will share in light vegan/gluten free community meal/snack together. Feel free to bring food to share. This is a low-waste eco friendly/reusable dishwasher commitment to the Earth.

This session is led by Alyssa Leeper and is part of the BIPOC Wellness Collective yoga and meditation series - Sunday rotation. If you plan to attend, please register as it helps the instructor plan for the session, especially this session as it includes food. To register online, you do not have to have an account, you can register as a guest. This session is donation based, if you'd like to make a donation to the instructor, you can pay cash at the end of session, or Venmo the instructor @Alyssa-Leeper. Please note - the venue is located in West Central, a neighborhood downtown, and there is only street parking available. A virtual option is available for this session too, please refer to the offerings page for more details. Thank you!

About the BIPOC Wellness Collective: The BIPOC Wellness Collective provides an inclusive space for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) to practice yoga, meditation, and be in a space of community, led by some of Fort Wayne’s BIPOC instructors. Classes will rotate between different instructors who will ensure students at all levels are able to follow along and create a container that may leave them feeling stronger, empowered, or rested depending on the class design.

About Alyssa Leeper: I am new to guiding and I offer this space with deep respect for the practice and our community. I’ve been meditating for over a year under the guidance of my Zen Buddhist BIPOC teacher whose presence and teaching have deeply shaped my practice. I am honored to share what I have received in a gentle space to breathe and return to ourselves.

Virtual option: Breathe into the Earth is a 20-30 minute grounding meditation space for BIPOC bodies to return to stillness, breath and quiet wisdom of the land. Through a gentle guidance and shared silence we will root into the presence creating space, rest, and connection. After the sit, we will share in light vegan/gluten free community meal/snack together. Feel free to bring food to share. This is a low-waste eco friendly/reusable dishwasher commitment to the Earth.

This session is led by Alyssa Leeper and is part of the BIPOC Wellness Collective yoga and meditation series - Sunday rotation. If you plan to attend, please register as it helps the instructor plan for the session, especially this session as it includes food. To register online, you do not have to have an account, you can register as a guest. This session is donation based, if you'd like to make a donation to the instructor, you can pay cash at the end of session, or Venmo the instructor @Alyssa-Leeper. Please note - the venue is located in West Central, a neighborhood downtown, and there is only street parking available. An in-person option is available for this session too, please refer to the offerings page for more details. Thank you!

About the BIPOC Wellness Collective: The BIPOC Wellness Collective provides an inclusive space for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) to practice yoga, meditation, and be in a space of community, led by some of Fort Wayne’s BIPOC instructors. Classes will rotate between different instructors who will ensure students at all levels are able to follow along and create a container that may leave them feeling stronger, empowered, or rested depending on the class design.

About Alyssa Leeper: I am new to guiding and I offer this space with deep respect for the practice and our community. I’ve been meditating for over a year under the guidance of my Zen Buddhist BIPOC teacher whose presence and teaching have deeply shaped my practice. I am honored to share what I have received in a gentle space to breathe and return to ourselves.

Melt away the stress of the week with this 60-minute restorative yoga class. We’ll begin with breath work, followed by a slow guided set of poses to connect breath and body. Along the way we’ll set intentions and learn to use the practice of yoga nidra. Please bring your yoga mat.

This session is led by Ren Rivera and is part of the BIPOC Wellness Collective yoga and meditation series - Sunday rotation. If you plan to attend, please register as it helps the instructor plan for the session. To register, you do not have to have an account, you can register as a guest. This session is donation-based. If you'd like to offer a donation to the instructor, you can pay her cash after the session, or Venmo her @RenRivera. Please note - the venue is located in West Central, a neighborhood downtown, and there is only street parking available. Thank you!

About the BIPOC Wellness Collective: The BIPOC Wellness Collective provides an inclusive space for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) to practice yoga, meditation, and be in a space of community, led by some of Fort Wayne’s BIPOC instructors. Classes will rotate between different instructors who will ensure students at all levels are able to follow along and create a container that may leave them feeling stronger, empowered, or rested depending on the class design.

About Ren Rivera: I’m a 32-year-old Latina immigrant and mother hoping to bring relief through yoga, meditation, and pranayama (breath work). I’ve used all three in my own personal journey living with a chronic illness. I would love to share what I’ve learned through it all.

This session is slow-paced, going against the rush of the modern day pace. Receive individualized attention and enjoy the benefits of restorative yoga. I will guide you through a series of relaxing poses. You will hold poses for 5-10 minutes each. With the help of my props such as bolsters, blocks, and blankets, I will ensure you are so comfortable you can release stored tension and will feel restored in your body, mind, and spirit. Upon registration, I’ll send you a questionnaire to ensure we cover your focus areas during our session.

Use this as a private session for yourself, as a gift to someone else, as a date night, girls night/girls day, etc.!

The session will take place at Paw Paw House: 716 Jackson Street in West Central, Fort Wayne, IN.

Use this session as a gift, as a birthday celebration, a girls day/girls night/guys night, a bridal shower, etc.!

This session is slow-paced, going against the rush of the modern day pace. Receive individualized attention and enjoy the benefits of restorative yoga. I will guide you through a series of relaxing poses. You will hold poses for 5-10 minutes each. With the help of my props such as bolsters, blocks, and blankets, I will ensure you are so comfortable you can release stored tension and will feel restored in your body, mind, and spirit. Upon registration, I’ll send you a questionnaire to ensure we cover your focus areas during our session.

The session will take place at Paw Paw House: 716 Jackson Street in West Central, Fort Wayne, IN.

Disfruta de los beneficios del Yin Yoga desde la comodidad de tu casa (¡o dondequiera que estés!). En Yin Yoga, realizarás estiramientos profundos durante unos minutos en cada postura. La mayoría de las posturas se realizan sentado o acostado. Necesitarás algo cómodo para recostarte, como una esterilla de yoga, y es recomendable tener accesorios como una almohada de yoga y dos bloques, o una almohada de cama y dos toallas enrolladas si no tienes accesorios. Antes de tu sesión, te enviaré un cuestionario sobre el área en la que te gustaría centrarte, y también sobre cualquier área problemática que puedas tener.

Si no encuentras un horario disponible, envíame un mensaje y veré cómo puedo adaptarme. Mi sitio web aún está en construcción. Gracias por tu comprensión.

Receive the benefits of yin yoga from the comfort of your own home (or wherever you may find yourself!). In yin yoga, you'll do deep stretches for a few minutes each pose. Most poses will be either sitting or laying down. You'll need something comfortable to lay on like a yoga mat, and it's a good idea to have props like a bolster and 2 blocks, or a pillow and 2 rolled up towels if you don't have props. Before your session, I'll send you a questionnaire about any area you'd like to focus on, as well as any problem areas you may have.

If you do not see a time available for you, please message me and I will see how I can accommodate you. My website is still under construction. Thank you for understanding.

Disfruta de los beneficios del Yoga restaurador desde la comodidad de tu casa (¡o dondequiera que estés!). En Yoga restaurador, realizarás poses relajantes durante 5 minutos en cada postura. La mayoría de las posturas se realizan acostado. Necesitarás algo cómodo para recostarte, como una esterilla de yoga, y es recomendable tener accesorios como una almohada de yoga y dos bloques, o una almohada de cama y dos toallas enrolladas si no tienes accesorios. Antes de tu sesión, te enviaré un cuestionario sobre el área en la que te gustaría centrarte, y también sobre cualquier área problemática que puedas tener.

Si no encuentras un horario disponible, envíame un mensaje y veré cómo puedo adaptarme. Mi sitio web aún está en construcción. Gracias por tu comprensión.

Receive the benefits of restorative yoga from the comfort of your own home (or wherever you may find yourself!). In restorative yoga, you'll do relaxing poses for about 5 minutes each pose. Usually the poses will be lying down. You'll need something comfortable to lay on like a yoga mat, but on a bed is fine too, and it's a good idea to have props like a bolster and 2 blocks, or a pillow and 2 rolled up towels if you don't have props.

Before your session, I'll send you a questionnaire about any area you'd like to focus on, as well as any problem areas you may have.

If you don’t see a time available in my website, send me a message and I’ll see how I can accommodate you. My website is still under construction, thanks for understanding!

Despite what we see in the mass media sometimes- yoga is actually inclusive. Sometimes a person can’t or shouldn’t do yoga standing up or laying on a mat, and it may be safer for them to practice yoga in a chair. If this sounds like you, I’d love to lead you through a chair yoga session. It’s just as effective!

In person sessions take place at 716 Jackson st. In Fort Wayne, IN.