Start Your Week By Reconnecting With Yourself Start your week with intention, presence, and a gentle sense of renewal by blending mindful movement with breath to ease you into your day. In this Sunrise Flow Morning Yoga class, expect a gradual build from slow, grounding stretches to gentle, fluid sequences that create warmth and energy…

Monday Hatha Rollin' Yoga is a breath-led yoga practice combining foam rolling with foundational yoga poses to support fascial health, nervous system regulation, and sustainable movement needed for everyday life.…

This full-body class focuses on building strength through intentional movement, mind-muscle connection, and functional training. By combining progressive strength work, bodyweight exercises, and mobility-based movements, participants will improve strength, balance, coordination, and overall body awareness in a supportive, mindful environment. This align and strengthen full body workout class is designed to help you move with…

This Strength & Balance Hatha Yoga class is designed for all bodies, abilities, and levels of experience. Through mindful movement and intentional breath, we explore strength, flexibility, and balance while…

Heart-Opening Vinyasa Flow is a cardiovascular fitness-focused yoga practice that uses a series of asana (pose) sequences to gently get the heart pumping, with the support of mindful breathing practices to support nervous…

Monday Yin Yoga Series Join Alessa on for a deeply restorative Monday Yin yoga series, open to participants of every background and skill level. If you're looking for a midweek…

Qigong for Removing Blocks to Healing This evening qigong class introduces you to your energetic anatomy and how to care for it. You will learn about the Chinese meridian system…

Awaken with Intention through Morning Hatha Flow in SE Portland Start your week with a 60-minute root and rise morning yoga practice designed to gently awaken the body and center the mind. Led by Maya Lake-Freeman, E-RYT 500, this class begins with mindful centering and gentle movement to warm the body, gradually building into a…

Slow doesn’t mean easy. Slow means precise, powerful, and sustainable. Led by Maya Lake-Freeman and Alessa Midtlying, this somatic strength and slow power Hatha series is a grounded, deliberately paced strength class blending mindful resistance work, deep core engagement, and somatic awareness. Movements are slow enough to feel honestly, deeply, and safely—developing resilience from the…

Discover Embodied Yoga This is an accessible yoga class informed by the principles of yoga therapy, offering a whole-person approach that supports the physical, mental, emotional, and inner dimensions of experience. Each  session may include gentle to moderate movement, mindful strength-building, breathwork (pranayama), mindfulness and somatic practices, and grounding techniques to support nervous system regulation…

This full-body class focuses on building strength through intentional movement, mind-muscle connection, and functional training. By combining progressive strength work, bodyweight exercises, and mobility-based movements, participants will improve strength, balance,…

Tuesday Hatha Rollin' Yoga is a breath-led yoga practice combining foam rolling with foundational yoga poses to support fascial health, nervous system regulation, and sustainable movement needed for everyday life.…

Taught by Kate Sumanoharan, this gentle yoga flow & restore class offers a soothing blend of mindful movement and restorative stillness designed to replenish body and mind. We begin with…

Wake Up, Feel Well This gentle, inwardly guided somatic movement flow invites participants to explore sensation, intuitive movement, and connection. This slow flow class emphasizes awareness, autonomy, and reconnecting with the body from the inside out. Through simple, accessible movement and guided awareness, participants are supported in building a deeper sense of connection, safety, and…

Blending Yoga & Breathwork This gentle, breath-centered class that blends Hatha yoga flow with simple, accessible breathwork practices. This hatha yoga and breathwork class emphasizes slow, intentional movement, with time to explore each posture and build strength, stability, and awareness in the body. Participants are offered variations and encouraged to move at a pace that…

Supportive & Safe Limited Mobility Yoga This limited mobility yoga class will explore breath awareness, gentle mobility, and simple strengthening movements that support joint comfort, circulation, posture, and ease in the body. Movements are adaptable, and options are offered so students can participate in ways that feel supportive and safe, including by using a chair…

Love Your Brain is a six-week, theme-based gentle yoga series designed for people who have experienced a brain injury. Class themes include: finding wholeness, mindfulness, finding positivity and realistic optimism, cultivating…

Soften, reset, and co-regulate in community. This sustainable strength yoga class offers a grounding space to return to one’s center through mindful movement, breath, and stillness. We’ll cultivate strength, flexibility,…

Wednesday Yin Yoga Series Discover your midweek sanctuary with Alessa's Wednesday Yin Yoga Series! This is a nurturing, unhurried practice crafted for all bodies and all experience levels. Whether you're…

Wednesday Hatha Rollin' Yoga is a breath-led yoga practice combining foam rolling with foundational yoga poses to support fascial health, nervous system regulation, and sustainable movement needed for everyday life.…

Ground Into Calm Strength with Weekly Slow Flow Gentle Yoga Class in SE Portland Steady movement, breath, and restoration to support your whole system Join us for an ongoing slow…

Slow Flow Yoga in Sellwood Park Join us for an evening of movement, breath, and connection in the beauty of Sellwood Park. This outdoor slow flow practice offers a gentle warming sequence designed to build calm strength, release the day, and invite you into a more grounded and spacious state of being. Led by Maya…

Awaken with Intention through Morning Hatha Flow in SE Portland Start your week with a 60-minute root and rise morning yoga practice designed to gently awaken the body and center the mind. Led by Maya Lake-Freeman, E-RYT 500, this class begins with mindful centering and gentle movement to warm the body, gradually building into a…

Slow doesn’t mean easy. Slow means precise, powerful, and sustainable. Led by Maya Lake-Freeman and Alessa Midtlying, this somatic strength and slow power Hatha series is a grounded, deliberately paced strength class blending mindful resistance work, deep core engagement, and somatic awareness. Movements are slow enough to feel honestly, deeply, and safely—developing resilience from the…

This Intro to Pilates class is designed for those new to mat Pilates, as well as anyone looking to revisit and refine the foundational principles of the practice. You’ll be introduced to proper alignment, mindful breathing techniques, and essential movements that form the basis of a safe and effective Pilates routine. Each exercise is broken…

This class is designed for individuals who already have a foundational understanding of essential mat Pilates principles and exercises. Building on that base, sessions will focus on developing deeper core…

Shifting Into Relaxation This nervous system reset yoga class is a gentle, trauma-informed class designed to support nervous system regulation, stress relief, and reconnection to the body. This practice combines accessible breathwork, mindful movement, and  somatic tools for nervous system regulation to help participants downshift from states of overwhelm or tension into a greater calm…

Restorative Yin Yoga This restorative yin yoga is a deeply calming practice using supported postures, props, and breath to promote rest and recovery. Ideal for stress, fatigue, or nervous system dysregulation, this class encourages stillness, release, and deep relaxation. ______ Restorative Yin Yoga Details When: Every other Thursday Time: 7:30 - 8:30 PM Cost: $29 What…

Supported Flow Yoga for Everyone This trauma-informed, choice-based yoga class is designed for students with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome and other connective tissue considerations. This class is also designed for those living with chronic pain, fatigue, depression, anxiety, nervous system sensitivity, or fluctuating energy levels. Each class offers clear variations, prop-supported options, and an emphasis on stability,…

This Friday Strength & Balance Hatha Yoga class is designed for all bodies, abilities, and levels of experience. Through mindful movement and intentional breath, we explore strength, flexibility, and balance while cultivating a deeper connection between mind and body. Students are invited to move at their own pace, with options and variations offered throughout the…

Learn more about your nervous system in this 4-week experiential Anchored Within Series Our autonomic nervous system operates largely outside of our conscious awareness. It constantly scans for cues of safety or danger and shapes how we respond to the world around us moment to moment, regulating our heart rate, breath, digestion, mood, and capacity…

Cultivating Gentleness and Self-Compassion: Yoga for Chronic Pain This gentle, supportive yoga class is designed for those living with chronic pain. Through slow, mindful movement, breath work, and guided relaxation, we'll explore techniques to ease tension, improve mobility, and cultivate compassionate connection with our bodies. Chair variations for poses will be offered to support comfort,…

This full-body class focuses on building strength through intentional movement, mind-muscle connection, and functional training. By combining progressive strength work, bodyweight exercises, and mobility-based movements, participants will improve strength, balance, coordination, and overall body awareness in a supportive, mindful environment. This align and strengthen full body workout class is designed to help you move with…

Intro to Belly Dance Step into a joyful and expressive movement practice as you learn the foundational techniques of belly dance (raqs sharqi) in a warm, welcoming, and supportive environment. This introductory class is designed for beginners and anyone curious about exploring this beautiful dance form. This class is also taught with an emphasis on…

Saturday Hatha Flow Yoga in Sellwood Park Join us for a monthly Saturday morning of yoga, community, and connection in the beauty of Sellwood Park. This welcoming outdoor gathering blends gentle Hatha-inspired flow, mindful movement, breath awareness, and seasonal themes to help you feel grounded, energized, and connected. Each gathering offers an opportunity to enjoy…

Join an afternoon beginner-friendly Breathe Easy Vinyasa yoga class hosted by Alessa. This class includes a gentle and energizing flow designed to help you reconnect with your body and breath. Vinyasa is a style of yoga where movement is linked with the breath. Each pose flows smoothly into the next, creating a steady, rhythmic sequence…

A Saturday Yin Yoga Series Welcome to this beginner-friendly Saturday Yin yoga class series hosted by Alessa! This a slow, calming practice designed to help you unwind and reset. This yin yoga class is a gentle, floor-based style of yoga where poses are held for longer periods (typically a few minutes at a time) to…

Hatha for Strength gives your body the balance and calm you truly deserve! This outdoor class hosted in Sellwood Park blends a traditional hatha class asanas (postures) with some beginner vinyasa flows (asana sequences). Through gentle, intentional movements, paired with mindful breathing techniques, you'll build strength, reduce stress, and leave feeling ready to take on…

Yoga for the Whole Family Join us for a rejuvenating family yoga experience nestled in the heart of beautiful Sellwood Park in Portland, Oregon! Our outdoor class invites families of all shapes and sizes to unroll their mats beneath the open sky and move together in a way that nourishes body, mind, and connection. Our…

Yoga for the Whole Family Join us for a rejuvenating family yoga experience nestled in the heart of beautiful Sellwood Park in Portland, Oregon! Our outdoor class invites families of all shapes and sizes to unroll their mats beneath the open sky and move together in a way that nourishes body, mind, and connection. Our…