(SOLD OUT) The Farms: Winter Solstice Yoga
Experience Level: All levels
Enjoy yoga by candlelight at Winter Solstice Yoga on Sunday, Dec. 21 from 5 to 6 p.m. in the Mansion Library.
Students will begin with the option of writing out a manifestation or intention: what do you want more of as we slowly welcome longer days? Then instructor Josie Heck of Yoga Off the Square will lead students in gentle grounding postures, breath work (pranayama) to soothe the nervous system, restorative postures, tuning forks and sound bowls.
Complete your visit with an overnight stay in the Mansion or one of our guesthouses. View rooms here and make your reservation by calling 217-333-3287.
Free but registration is required here*. Community classes are donation-based to help support the Park and public programs. Make your gift in person or online.
*Students should bring a yoga mat, water bottle and towel.
Be sure to stick around for our Winter Solstice Bonfire, taking place until 9 p.m. Learn more here.
Learn more about the space where your course will take place here. If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate, please email Kirstin at mindiola@illinois.edu.
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About the instructor
Josie Heck began teaching in 2014 after receiving her 200-hour training through Amara Yoga & Arts and Yoga Alliance. Over the last decade she has expanded the range of classes to better serve the community. While she specializes in Ashtanga and Vinyasa Flow the most popular classes are Beginners Yoga, Chair Yoga, Kids classes, Yin Yoga, Restorative Yoga, and Gentle Flow.
She teaches Community Yoga, Stretch ‘n Sip and Full Moon classes thru The Farms at Allerton Park and Retreat Center as well as providing free classes at Monticello Middle School and Monticello High School. Josie has also led classes at the local hospital and senior-assisted facilities.
About The Farms
The Farms: An Allerton Folk School, offers classes, workshops, and gatherings focusing on art, health & wellness, history, nature & outdoor education, or science. All experiences value hands-on, experiential teaching and learning, and are facilitated by and for the members of the community.
See the complete Fall schedule here.
