FEATURED WORKSHOPS
Summer Solstice Nature-Infused Soundbath with Dante Baker
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Saturday, June 20th
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm EST | In Person Only | Cost: $40
Celebrate the Summer Solstice with an immersive, nature-infused soundbath designed to help you slow down, reset, and reconnect.
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Gently guided by Dante, this indoor experience draws on the energy of the season while grounding you through a rich, layered soundscape of crystal and metal singing bowls. As the tones wash over you, you’ll be invited into deep rest, allowing your body and mind to soften, release, and realign.
No experience is necessary! Just come as you are.
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What to Bring:
- Yourself
- Comfortable clothing
- Any personal items that help you relax (journal, eye mask, etc.). The studio also has mats, blankets and bolsters.
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Notes:
This is a quiet, restorative experience. We invite you to arrive on time, get comfortable, and settle into the space.
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Summer Solstice Mindfulness Walk with Susan West Montgomery
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Sunday, June 21st
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm EST | In Person Only | Cost: $40
Honor the Summer Equinox and you own changing seasons with an immersive guided walk in the tradition of Shinrin-yoku or Forest Bathing. Through mindfulness we will be present to the landscape and all its sights, sounds, smells, and feels. We will give ourselves permission to slow down, to be curious, and access the healing qualities of nature.
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Each excursion is approximately 90-minutes long and includes warm-ups, centering, and breathing exercises to allow for a transition from the day-to-day to an immersive
experience in the landscape. This is followed by a walk and an extended sit. We conclude with a returning ritual, a chance to reflect on the experience and understand
how the practice can be used in daily life. This time in nature will not be strenuous; all skill levels and most abilities can be accommodated.
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About Susan:
Susan is long-time member of the Willow Street Yoga Community and a Kripalu certified Outdoor Mindfulness Guide. She provides customized outdoor mindfulness excursions in the Washington DC region and beyond. She is also a passionate advocate and non-profit consultant who is committed to leveraging natural and historic places to connect citizens, promote social justice, and foster health and well-being. Learn more at susanwestmontgomery.com
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Where?
Rock Creek Park: Picnic Grove 13 (the first picnic area south of Military Rd)
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Celebrate the Brightness of Light: Solstice Workshop with Joe Miller
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Sunday, June 21st
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm EST | Hybrid | Cost: $50
The solstice, the longest day of the year, is a powerful opportunity to reflect on the flow of your life. In the Vedic yoga tradition, the sun represents the ultimate energy behind all change, growth, and illumination. Join Joe Miller for an enthusiastic workshop designed to align with and celebrate this light of change.
What to Expect:
In this engaging intermediate workshop, you'll move through a dynamic and fun physical practice aimed at cultivating and "stoking" your internal light and fire (agni). The sequence is specifically designed to be both grounding and spacious, allowing you to harness the expansive solar energy of the season.This extended session blends energetic movement with mindful intention, offering a perfect opportunity to build vitality, release what no longer serves you, and step confidently into the second half of the year.
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Introduction to Conscious Connected Breath with Meghan McCleary
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Sunday, June 28th
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm EST | In Person Only | Cost: $45 before 5/28; $55 after
A Gateway to Healing.
Conscious Connected Breath, CCB, is a powerful breath pattern that brings consciousness to the breath, creating space in the body and the psyche for deep healing. CCB is a modern, activating breathwork technique that involves an open mouthed inhale and exhale that is connected so that there is never a pause and is set to music. It is also known as circular breathing as the inhale and the exhale remain steady and rhythmic.
In this class we will learn about of the history of CCB, the affect on the body and the nervous system and participants will be lead in a breathwork journey.
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About the instructor:
Meghan McCleary is a trauma informed Breathwork Facilitator trained through a 450 hour accredited program certified by the Global Professional Breathwork Alliance (GPBA) which reflects the highest professional standards in breath-work training and education.
She utilizes the breath, Reiki, nervous system regulation and parts work to help guide clients on the journey of self-reclaimation. Her “resume” includes healing from over a decade of chronic illness and c-PTSD from severe child trauma. She approaches this work with deep compassion and curiosity with the understanding that healing is a journey not an end goal.
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Cacao Circle + Sound: Sacred Writing, Inner Truth, and Restorative Sound with Johanna Olivas
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Saturday, July 11th
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm EST | In Person Only | Cost: $40
Join Johanna for an immersive 90-minute Cacao & Sound workshop, perfectly aligned with the potent energy of Tz’i’—a sacred day in the Mayan calendar deeply connected to truth, intuition, justice, and the reclamation of your inner authority.
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This heart-centered, restorative experience is designed to guide you safely inward, weaving together the ancient wisdom of ceremonial cacao, guided journaling, meditation, and vibrational sound healing. We will begin by setting sacred intentions and partaking in warm, ceremonial-grade cacao. Known as a gentle plant medicine, cacao works as a natural heart-opener, helping to dissolve emotional walls and deepen your connection to your truest self.
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Once the cacao has gently settled into your system, you will be guided through a series of reflective journaling prompts. These exercises are uniquely curated to help you tap into your intuition, uncover hidden truths, and explore the parts of yourself that are ready to be witnessed and honored.
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To close the experience, you will surrender to the immersive, soothing vibrations of crystal singing bowls. As the rich, resonant sound waves wash over you, you will be invited to release stagnant energy, reconnect with your inner wisdom, and soften into a state of profound, restorative rest.
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Mindfulness Walk in Summer Woods with Johanna Olivas
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Sunday, July 12th
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm EST | In Person Only | Cost: $40
We have walked together in the winter chill and now we will savor the summer’s heat.
This guided mindfulness walk will be slow, not far, and deeply contemplative. We willspend time by the water and enveloped in shade. Through mindfulness we will access the healing properties of nature and cultivate a sense of calm and belonging.
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Each excursion is approximately 90-minutes long and includes warm-ups, centering, and breathing exercises to allow for a transition from the day-to-day to an immersive
experience in the landscape. This is followed by a walk and an extended sit. We conclude with a returning ritual, a chance to reflect on the experience and understand how the practice can be used in daily life. This time in nature will not be strenuous; all skill levels and most abilities can be accommodated.
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About Susan:
Susan is long-time member of the Willow Street Yoga Community and a Kripalu certified Outdoor
Mindfulness Guide. She provides customized outdoor mindfulness excursions in the Washington DC
region and beyond. She is also a passionate advocate and non-profit consultant who is committed to leveraging natural and historic places to connect citizens, promote social justice, and foster health and well-being.
Learn more at www.susanwestmontgomery.com
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Location: Rock Creek Park. Picnic Area 22 at Joyce Road and Beach Drive. There is parking at Area 6, just north of Joyce Drive
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Mental Kung Fu with Robert Anderson
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Saturday, July 18th & Sunday, July 19th
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm EST | In Person Only | Cost: $49
In our modern, fast-paced world, chronic stress and mental fatigue take a heavy toll on our bodies and minds. This immersive, two-day workshop is specifically designed for individuals feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or stuck.
We go beyond traditional wellness routines by integrating the profound wisdom of internal martial arts and Tai Chi. By combining these with modern somatic movements, we will help you build a personalized tool chest to navigate life’s daily pressures.
What to Expect
Through a mix of theory, active practice, and reflection, this weekend journey will help you break free from the cycle of burnout.
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Mind-Body Integration: Learn how to utilize traditional breathing techniques, gentle stretching, and focused attention to calm a racing nervous system.
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Martial Arts for Stress Relief: Discover how Kung Fu and Tai Chi principles of structural alignment, weight distribution, and mindful movement translate into emotional resilience and boundary setting.
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Somatic Movement Exploration: Reconnect with your physical body. You will learn to release stored physical tension and habitual stress patterns through guided bodily awareness.
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Actionable Tool Chest: Walk away with a customized toolkit designed to help you manage acute stress, regulate your emotions, and regain your sense of center whenever you need it most.
Whether you are an absolute beginner to martial arts or a seasoned practitioner looking to deepen your inner practice, this workshop offers a welcoming, supportive space for you to heal, recover, and recharge.
Mindful Media with Robert Anderson
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Saturday, July 25th & Sunday, July 26th
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm EST | In Person Only | Cost: $49
Bring your camera or smartphone to this mindful photography workshop and learn to capture images with deep presence and intention. Whether you are your family’s unofficial photographer or a hobbyist who loves vibrant sunsets, you will discover how to connect your creative eye with your personal wellness journey.
What to Expect
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Contemplative Storytelling: Use your camera as a tool for active meditation and heartfelt personal expression.
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Somatic Grounding: Incorporate breathwork and body awareness to deeply experience light, shadow, color, and composition.
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Mindful Principles: Learn design basics while practicing patience, trust, acceptance, and a judgment-free beginner's mindset.
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Workshop Structure
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Part 1: Center your mind, ground your body, and align your intentions for present, self-aware storytelling.
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Part 2 : Explore urban and natural landscapes as a group, applying mindful techniques to the world around you.
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