Workshops
The Yoga Mindset with Jen
The Yoga Mindset with Jen Palmer, Owner & Founder of Universal Power Yoga
This is where yoga philosophy beautifully intersects with mindset and daily living. Through this course, you will learn tools and practices that can fundamentally change the way you perceive and interact with the world. My goal is for you to have a healthier, balanced and more resilient mindset and a peaceful way of being.
Jen lives and breathes yoga philosophy. In fact, it is how she has gotten through challenging times as well as how she maintains a balanced, resilient mind in her day to day. The ancient teachings of yoga help her to be less reactive and to feel purpose, peace and fulfillment. This course will present more than a way of thinking. It will give you practices for real results so you will feel a shift in your way of being. It's about a shift in your state of consciousness and how you are thinking, being and living.
If you feel ungrounded, frustrated, unbalanced or unfulfilled, this program is for you. If you generally feel good and you want to learn tools for being less reactive and even more resilient, grounded and intentional, this is also for you.
Each group session will include:
- Grounding experience (breathwork or meditation)
- Discussion led by Jen on a focused topic in yoga philosophy
- Group coaching - You'll have an opportunity to ask Jen questions about how to apply yoga philosophy to your own life
Here's what you'll learn:
- Flexibility, breathwork and presence as a principle
- How to navigate life's obstacles with more ease and grace
- How to stop giving your energy to things that don't matter and things you don't have control over
- A clearer understanding of who you need to be to align with the life you want
- How to have a more balanced, resilient and peaceful mind
Schedule (4 Sessions):
Mondays 6-7 pm live on zoom. The sessions will be recorded and available for 7 days.
Feb 17 - Session #1: Mindfulness, Presence and Svadhyaya (Self-Study)
Feb 24 - Session #2: Vairagya (Detachment)
Mar 10 - Session #3: Tapas (Discipline) & Santosha (Contentment)
Mar 17 - Session #4: Ishvara Pranidhana (Surrender, Acceptance, Trust)
Pricing for all 4 sessions:
Regular price: $249
Members & Teacher Trainees: $229
Questions? email staff@universalpoweryoga.com
Spring Renewal Workshop with Mary
Spring Renewal Workshop with Mary!
Spring is a time of regrowth and renewal! Mary will guide you as you cultivate a quiet reflective space to recharge as we head into spring.
The workshop will begin with slow flow movement, transitioning to yin postures before settling in for guided yogic sleep (Yoga Nidra). Essential oils and reiki will be offered to complement your practice.
WHEN: Saturday, March 8, 4-6pm
WHERE: Norwood Studio
PRICE: $35 UPY member / $45 non-member
Meditation Fundamentals & Practice with Sue
Meditation Fundamentals & Practice Workshop with Sue!
Join Sue Bonanno, founder of Soulspace Meditation & Chopra Certified Meditation Instructor to explore the fundamentals of starting, growing and stabilizing a meditation practice in your life.
If you experience anything from general stress to anxiety, indecision, overwhelm or just plain exhaustion, meditation is a proven practice for steadiness, calm, optimism and energy. Based in ancient wisdom traditions and validated with modern neuroscience, Sue will explain how meditation works and how to work a deeply meaningful practice into your daily life. Drawing from eastern wisdom traditions, Sue will present a sampling of meditative techniques to make meditation accessible to even the most busy minds.
WHEN: Thursday March 13, 6:30-8pm
WHERE: Norwood Studio
PRICE: $45 members / $55 non-members
Sound Bath Healing Workshop with Sue
Sound Bath Healing: Alchemy Crystal Bowl Sound Bath workshop with Sue
Join Sue Bonanno for a powerful experience of healing vibrations beginning with simple yogic stretches followed by an immersive sound bath. We are energy. Disease is said to be dissonance. Harmonious, resonant sound can bring us back into balance and wellbeing. Sound has always been a part of yogic practices from chanting OM, mantras and seed sounds to musical instruments, drums and rhythms - all used to bring our physical, mental and energetic body into harmony. Sound baths are a powerful modality to settle the nervous system, relieve stress and move your mind/body into a rested and healing state.
WHEN: Thursday March 20, 7-8:15pm
WHERE: Norwood Studio
PRICE: $45 UPY members // $55 non-members
Springtime Qi Gong Workshop
Join Tricia for a Springtime Qi Gong Workshop!
Qi Gong is a Chinese system of promoting health and preventing disease created over 2,000 years ago. It helps the practitioner adapt to seasonal changes, stress, aging, and cultural environments in which they live. Qi Gong is a gentle, focused, repetitive movement and breathing practice.
This workshop will focus on the seasons from a Chinese Medical perspective. We will begin with a brief opening talk on the theme and then practice the seasonal meditation, breath-work and movements. Students will leave with a short routine that can easily be integrated into your daily practice throughout the season.
Space is limited, registration is required. Please dress comfortably and bring a journal.
WHEN: Saturday March 22, 2025, 11-12:30pm
WHERE: Wrentham Studio
PRICE: $25 UPY-Member // $30 Non- Member
Candlelight Restorative Yoga Experience with Amy
Join Amy for a Restorative Yoga Experience by Candlelight
Are you ready to unwind, relax, and rejuvenate? Join Amy for a transformative Restorative Yoga session that promises to melt away your stress and leave you feeling refreshed and revitalized!
What to Expect: Imagine a serene space filled with soft flickering candlelight, calming music and the gentle guidance of Amy as she leads you through restorative poses designed to promote deep relaxation.
Here’s what’s in store for you:
*Hands-On Assists: Dive deeper into your poses with gentle, supportive adjustments from Amy. Whether you're a seasoned yogi or a newcomer, her personalized touches will help you find comfort and ease in each posture.
*Essential Oils: Immerse yourself in a world of soothing scents! Amy will incorporate calming essential oils that will elevate your practice and help you find your zen. Whether you love lavender, eucalyptus, or citrus notes, you’ll be enveloped in a fragrant embrace.
*Yoga Nidra: Experience the blissful state of conscious relaxation with a guided Yoga Nidra session. This practice is like a nap for the mind! You’ll leave feeling like you’ve had a mini-vacation.
*Singing Bowls: Immerse yourself in the healing vibrations of singing bowls, which will create a sonic environment for peace and tranquility.
Bring a Friend! Yoga is always better when shared. Spaces are limited, reservations required.
WHEN: Friday March 28, 6-8pm
WHERE: UPY Westwood
PRICE: $35 UPY Member / $45 Non-Member