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Yoga Punx Restorative Yoga for BIPOC

  • Burning Spirits Yoga 2025 Northeast Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard Portland, OR, 97212 United States (map)

A 3 week Yoga Punx workshop held once a month on Friday evenings.

March 12, 19, 26
6:00 - 7:30 pm

Restorative yoga focuses on stress reduction and the release of chronic muscle tension through gentle adaptations of traditional yoga postures. The purpose of this workshop is to practice experiencing calmness in our bodies so rest and relaxation can occur at our deepest level- the nervous system. Props are used for each pose and customized to fully support each individual so they can find comfort and ease in each posture, which are held for extended periods of time.

This workshop will begin with an introduction to the science behind the body’s response to stress and trauma, then focus on why it is so important as BIPOC to give ourselves the time to recalibrate. Each class will start with a simple meditation or breathing exercise, followed by time dedicated to building community with one another where everyone will have space to speak, or just listen in support.


COST

Sliding scale, pay what you can. Proceeds go to support YOGA PUNX PDX, a non-profit organization dedicated to removing the physical and financial barriers by bringing yoga to those who otherwise cannot access the studio—rehabs, nursing homes, shelters and beyond.

Workshop must be purchased as a series to create a comfortable environment where everyone can feel safe to unwind.

$9 / $18 / $27

Limited to 15 participants.
Props will be available to use at the studio, or you can bring your own. Sets will also be available for purchase to use for class and assist in your home practice.

Limited to 9 participants.
Props are required for this practice, and a suggested props list will be sent out prior to the first class that will include common household items that can be used instead.


Next workshop dates:

April 9, 16, 23
May 7, 14, 21

Earlier Event: October 31
HALLOWEEN YOGA PUNX FUNDRAISER
Later Event: April 30
Yoga Punx Restorative Yoga for BIPOC