Wellness by the Water | Yoga & Kayaking with Get Out Adventures!

Sunday, 8/25 | 9:00 - 11:15am with Becca Zitko

Sunday, 9/1 | 9:00 - 11:15am with Carli Roach

Experience a dynamic day of yoga and kayaking in the great outdoors. These sessions include a 1-hour yoga class and a 1-hour scenic paddle! Join recent 200-hour GIVE Yoga Training grads, Becca and Carli as they teach on August 25th and September 1st.

All proceeds benefit Adaptive Sports Connection, an organization dedicated to improving the health and well-being of veterans, children, and adults with disabilities.

Investment: $50

Rejuvenate your body-mind + nurture your spirit amidst the Great Smoky Mountains!

Get ready to immerse yourself in all the elements of nature: while bathing and honoring the bright light of the Full Moon. This Full Moon Yoga Retreat is a soulfully curated experience combining yoga, nature, nurture and all things New Moon. It is designed to inspire you in rejuvenating yourself from the outside in + the inside out, by Angela Bompiani.

This retreat is an opportunity to create space for a sacred pause, to disconnect from the daily momentum and reconnect to the radiant spirit inside and all around. You’ll have opportunities to practice yoga daily, deepen your practice in mindfulness workshops + personal reflections,  adventure around the Great Smoky Mountains, savor locally-grown and crafted meals, delight in cacao ceremonies, sound baths, honor the New Moon and so much more, all within a community of humans just like you.

All are welcome and encouraged to join this adventure.

When:

July 18-21, 2023

Where:

The Great Smoky Mountains Tennessee, Seven Springs Holistic Retreats

About the location:

Seven Springs is a retreat center featuring seven natural springs on 126 acres of private land in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. The land is some of the most ecologically diverse in the country.  The high elevations of the Smoky Mountains are a temperate rainforest with over 17,000 species of plants and animals. The incredible biodiversity of the region adds to the abundant richness of Seven Springs.  A haven of nature, the perfect space to nurture. 

Conveniently located near Knoxville airport + under 6 hour drive from Columbus, OH!

Land Offerings:

• Natural Springs + Nature Paths for hiking + forest bathing

• Outdoor Yoga Shala (equipped with yoga mats, bolsters, straps, blocks + meditation cushions)

• Indoor Classroom

• Herbal Tea Garden

• Labyrinth

• Fully equipped outdoor kitchen

• Fresh, running water

• Electricity

• Bathrooms + shower

• Ample on-site parking

• Special note: Prepare to unplug - limited cell service + wifi 

Sample Schedule:

• 8am:  Pranayama, meditation, journaling

• 8:45am: Breakfast

• 11am: Yoga

• 1pm: Lunch

• 2pm: Specialty events, workshops, free time

• 6:00pm: Dinner

• 7:00pm: Evening bonfires

*The above schedule is simply a sample - flexible to the flow of the day, weather, group, etc.* The above schedule is simply a sample + flexible to the flow of the day, weather, group, etc. 

What’s Included:

• Lodging:  3-night, 4-day stay in a cozy Yurt

• Daily yoga practices, mindfulness workshops + reflection exercises

• All meals - organic + vegetarian - prepared by an Ayurvedic Chef

• Opening + Closing Ceremonies

• Specialty Experiences  that may include cacao ceremony, sound bath, forest bathing, sauna etc. It’s always a surprise.

• Nightly Bonfires

• Bonus: heartfelt nuggets from your instructor(s)

What’s Not Included:

• Travel expenses + transportation

Pricing:

• Shared Yurt | Max Occupancy: 2-4

  • Price per person:  $925

• Private Yurt | Max Occupancy: 1-2

  • Price per person: $1,250

• Bring your Own Tent

  • Price per person: $795

*If you have a friend you’d like to bunk up with in a shared yurt, please include their names upon registration.

Payment Details + Logistics

• Space is limited! 

• To reserve your yurt or BYOT space, pay the $300 reservation fee and we will be in touch with next steps!

• Payment plans available

• Check-in at 3pm / Check-out at 10am

Inquiries:

For general inquiries, payment plans, or other questions: please contact angela@giveyoga.com. 

Come join your GIVE Yoga community for a yoga experience in the great outdoors. Breathe in the fresh air + be moved by the beautiful surroundings at our local parks.

All classes will be from 9:30 - 10:30am and led by GIVE Yoga teachers! In the event of inclement weather, we will host at our studio (3520 N High St in Clintonville).

Proceeds from these classes benefit the GIVE Yoga Fund. To date, the GIVE Yoga Fund has contributed more than $100,000 to local non-profit organizations.

Whetstone Park | Sunday, June 30

Goodale Park | Sunday, July 28

Topiary Park | Sunday, August 25

SOLD OUT!

Join us to align your mind, heart and body with the heart of the earth and the rhythms of the sea.

Angela Bompiani and Michele Vinbury have chosen a breathtakingly beautiful location in the US Virgin Islands where you can disconnect from the hurried pace of everyday life and plug into nature.  Floating above the coast, the whimsical property has panoramic views of the island and the ocean beyond.  

Throughout the week, you will experience a skillful mix of yoga practices and meditation to inspire embodied joy, and also, plenty of time for quiet reflection and for play. The aim of this retreat is for you to deeply recharge by connecting with the land and sea and with your own inherent vitality and vibrance.

This is your invitation to bask in the beauty of a tropical paradise and to come home to yourself as the luminous, loving essence that you truly are.

This tropical island escape is for you if you…

Want to spend time communing with nature on a spectacular, off the beaten path, Caribbean Island. 

• Love laidback island life and want to align with the ocean and its nurturing beauty.

• Experience the winter blues and are longing for a week of sunshine and swimming in crystal clear Caribbean waters!

• Know that magic will happen if you set the tone for your entire year with a sun-soaked, New Year healing adventure.

• Want to eat gorgeous, delicious, healthy meals prepared with ayurvedic principles.

• Can tell that it’s time to slow down and make space for self-contemplation, reflection and healing.

• Are ready to be taken care of in a gorgeous, unique, and loving space by caring teachers and by the land itself.

When: Monday, January 15 through Sunday, January 21, 2024 (full moon is Jan 25)

Teachers: Angela Bompiani, RYT-500 and Michele Vinbury, ERYT-500

Where: 4 Elements Culinary + Wellness Center

About the location:

The retreat center is situated at the top of a hill overlooking the gorgeous Caribbean Sea on a secluded island nestled off the coast of St. Thomas in the US Virgin Islands.  All participants share bathrooms and all rooms are open air so you can commune with the air and the sea breezes and rest in harmony with the temperature and island vibrations.  

Participants should expect to walk on different terrains, uneven ground and up and down hillsides.  You should also be able to carry your own luggage on and off ferries!  

This retreat style and location set the stage for you to tap into your deep interconnectedness with nature and with all of life. We are thrilled to share this experience with you!

What’s Included:

7 days and 6 nights lodging at a beautiful retreat center on an island that is world-renowned for its white sand beaches, freshwater ponds and sailing.  You’ll stay in bungalow style cabins and enjoy private, outdoor showers!

• Wild crafted, just wu-wu enough, yoga and meditation practices 2-3x daily. 

• All Meals included (vegetarian).

• Sailing and Snorkeling adventure.

• Nature Art Class.

• Untamed Wisdom mini altar kit + bespoke retreat accessories.

• Yoga mat and snorkeling gear will be provided at retreat location for your use while there.

What’s Not Included:

• Airfare, transfers to and from the airport, private reiki or somatic experiencing sessions with Angela or Michele, alcoholic drinks, additional excursions, golf cart rental.

Pricing:

Get ready for the tropical island adventure you’ve been waiting for. As long-time Columbus yoga and meditation teachers, Angela and Michele have known each other for over a decade. They have talked about doing a retreat together for years – and people – the time has come!! With these two leading this Virgin Island Retreat, you know it’s going to be a beautiful experience, certainly something to remember.  

• Single: Private King:  $3,799 (only 1 available)

• Shared Room King: $3,200 (only 1 available)

• Shared Room Queen: $2,900

• Shared Room Twin: $2,700

• Shared Room Twin Futon: $2,500

• Shared Tent Twin: $2,400

Michele and Angela have been offering retreats for years and they often sell out quickly!

Inquiries:

For general inquiries, payment plans, or other questions: please contact angela@giveyoga.com. 

PROGRAM | Introduction to Teaching Trauma Informed Yoga
Led by: Michele Vinbury, E-RYT 500, Certified Yoga Therapist, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner

Full Weekend: Dec 1st - 3rd | Fri 6 - 8:30pm | Sat 10am -5pm | Sun 10am - 4pm

This training offers teachers an opportunity to explore the concepts and methods that underlie trauma informed yoga while experiencing parts of the EMBER™ yoga curriculum. It is intended for yoga teachers, meditation instructors, and practitioners with relevant professional experience who are interested in taking the first learning step toward bringing embodied, mindfulness-based tools of proven effectiveness to address the effects of trauma.

EMBER (Embodied, Mindfulness-based Emotional Resilience) is an evidence based twelve-week resilience program geared toward folx who are rebuilding their lives after trauma. In this workshop, EMBER founder Michele Vinbury will draw on her long experience of working with and teaching traumatized populations to discuss the psychology of trauma, the workings of our nervous system and the principles of trauma-informed yoga. Additionally, she will offer a brief introduction to the curriculum, which has been implemented in prisons, hospitals, and organizations responding to substance abuse, domestic violence, human trafficking and eating disorders.

Throughout the weekend you will:

• Receive instruction in how to teach specific asana, pranayama and meditation practices in ways that aid the healing journey for those of us who have experienced trauma.

• Practice a few poly-vagal exercises intended to strengthen and regulate your nervous system (and those of your students!)

• Learn relevant aspects of brain anatomy and function to shed light on how yoga can facilitate the integration of traumatic experiences for more healthful everyday functioning in the world.

• Explore the dynamics of creating “safer space” for practice while teaching in yoga studios and also in institutional settings.

• Experience one EMBER trauma sensitive class and receive the full teaching script for that class.

• Leave with a 100+ page manual to support your learning and integration of the materials.

This training meets the requirements for IAYT continuing education and for Yoga Alliance workshop credit.

Please reach out to michele@emberyoga.org or hello@giveyoga.com with any questions.

Investment: $375

Journey Through The Arcana: A Yoga & Tarot Series
Tuesdays, October 3, 10, 17, 24, and November 7 | 6 - 7:30 pm | Led by Dana Bernstein

Join Dana Bernstein for a five-class movement, meditation, and study of the tarot and its links to the yoga practice. This series will help to bring clarity to the tarot deck and give you a structure to develop your own intuitive practice. Curiosity, self-reflection and inner guidance thread through both yoga and the tarot deck.

This series is for students who want to create or deepen their tarot practice and unlock its rich and life-changing symbolism. By linking this with the yoga practice, you’ll learn how these energies play out in the body and through daily life. Each class will focus on one of the suits—wands, cups, swords, pentacles and the major arcana—to help you forge a lasting connection to the deck. Learn how to read for yourself, both with and without the assistance of guidebooks, and develop a journal of your own notes. Expect tarot resources, small gifts and surprises throughout the series.

Classes will be a blend of yoga asana, discussion and meditation. This series is for students who have some experience in yoga, and can use this as a basis for exploration. No prior tarot experience is needed, but a tarot deck is required for this class. Bring your deck with a journal, pen, mat and water to class.

Dates:

Tuesdays 6pm - 7:30pm

• October 3 : Wands: Fire & Creative Energy

• October 10: Cups: Water & Emotion

• October 17: Swords: Air & Information

• October 24: ️ Pentacles: Earth & Resources

• (Break for Halloween Week)

• November 7: Major Arcana: Life Journey

Deck Recommendations:

A deck in the Rider-Waite-Smith tradition is preferred. Select one below to order online or visit WitchLab [https://witchlab.com/] or Wild Cat Gift and Party [https://wildcatgiftandparty.com/] for advice.

• Modern Witch Tarot

• The Pulp Girls Tarot Deck

• The Halloween Tarot

• Rider-Waite-Smith Tarot Deck

Investment: $150

Rejuvenate your body-mind + nurture your spirit amidst the Great Smoky Mountains!

Get ready to immerse yourself in all the elements of nature. This retreat is designed to allow you to reconnect to yourself with the help of nature. Immerse yourself in this magic land through yoga, meditation and other special surprises.  Rejuvenate and reset yourself from the outside in + the inside out, led by Angela Bompiani.

This retreat is an opportunity to create space for a sacred pause, to disconnect from the daily momentum and reconnect to the radiant spirit inside and all around. You’ll have opportunities to practice yoga and meditation daily, deepen your practice in mindfulness workshops + personal reflections,  adventure around the Great Smoky Mountains, savor locally-grown and crafted meals, delight in special ceremonies,  and so much more, all within a community of humans just like you.

All are welcome and encouraged to join this adventure.

When:

July 19 - 23, 2023

Where:

The Great Smoky Mountains Tennesee, Seven Springs Holistic Retreats

About the location:

Seven Springs is a retreat center featuring seven natural springs on 126 acres of private land in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. The land is some of the most ecologically diverse in the country.  The high elevations of the Smoky Mountains are a temperate rainforest with over 17,000 species of plants and animals. The incredible biodiversity of the region adds to the abundant richness of Seven Springs.  A haven of nature, the perfect space to nurture. 

Conveniently located near Knoxville airport + under 6 hour drive from Columbus, OH!

Land Offerings:

• Natural Springs + Nature Paths for hiking + forest bathing

• Outdoor Yoga Shala (equipped with yoga mats, bolsters, straps, blocks + meditation cushions)

• Indoor Classroom

• Herbal Tea Garden

• Labyrinth

• Fully equipped outdoor kitchen

• Fresh, running water

• Electricity

• Bathrooms + shower

• Ample on-site parking

• Special note: Prepare to unplug - limited cell service + wifi 

Sample Schedule:

• 8am:  Pranayama, meditation, journaling

• 8:45am: Breakfast

• 11am: Yoga

• 1pm: Lunch

• 2pm: Specialty events, workshops, free time

• 6:00pm: Dinner

• 7:00pm: Evening bonfires

*The above schedule is simply a sample - flexible to the flow of the day, weather, group, etc.* The above schedule is simply a sample + flexible to the flow of the day, weather, group, etc. 

What’s Included:

• Lodging:  4-night stay in a cozy Yurt

• Daily yoga practices, mindfulness workshops + reflection exercises

• All meals - organic + vegetarian - prepared by an Ayurvedic Chef

• Opening + Closing Ceremonies

• Specialty Experiences  such as cacao ceremony, sound bath, forest bathing, etc.

• Nightly Bonfires

• Bonus: heartfelt nuggets from your instructor(s)

What’s Not Included:

• Travel expenses + transportation

Pricing:

• Shared Yurt | Max Occupancy: 2-4

  • Price per person:  $975

• Private Yurt | Max Occupancy: 1-2

  • Price per person: $1,350

• Bring your Own Tent

  • Price per tent: $725

*If you have a friend you’d like to bunk up with in a shared yurt, please include their names upon registration.

Payment Details + Logistics

• Space is limited! 

• To reserve your yurt or BYOT space, pay the $300 reservation fee and we will be in touch with next steps!

• Payment plans available

• Check-in at 4pm / Check-out at 10am

Inquiries:

For general inquiries, payment plans, or other questions: please contact angela@giveyoga.com. 

Join our community of practice for six weeks of prenatal yoga and mindfulness. Over the course of this series, you will learn a variety of movement, breath, and mindfulness techniques to support you physically, mentally, and emotionally. Classes are designed to cultivate a deeper connection to your body and baby, while also providing the opportunity to meet and practice alongside other expecting parents.

Each class includes mindfulness and meditation, breathing exercises, and a gentle flowing and restorative yoga sequence designed to support you and your baby. We will review poses to alleviate common pregnancy aches/pains as well as poses to proactively strengthen and stabilize your changing body throughout pregnancy. Classes start with a brief group check-in with the chance to ask questions, share, and connect with other expecting parents.

Participants receive:

• Six 90-minute classes at GIVE yoga

• A prenatal yoga practice guide with suggested poses for common pregnancy aches and pains

• An overview of three breathing techniques to support labor and delivery

• Four recorded guided meditations 

• Recommendations on essential oil use during pregnancy 

• Supplementary book and article recommendations to support your practice

FAQ’s:

• When is the best time to take this series? This series is designed to be suitable at all stages of pregnancy. If you have been practicing yoga for a while and are enjoying taking your usual yoga classes, some women choose to do that and join in their second or third trimester when they are ready to slow things down; however, many feel most comfortable starting with a prenatal-specific class right away. There are usually women in class at all stages, some who take the series twice!

• Do I need yoga experience? No. All levels of experience are welcome. 

• Can I still join if I missed the first class or have to miss a couple of the classes? Yes! This series can be joined late but can only be purchased as a series, at full cost. 

• Can I participate in this series more than once? Yes! You are more than welcome to take this series again and can do so at a reduced rate of $100. 

• Other questions? Feel free to reach out to Cecilia at cecilia@mindfullearninglab.com 

Facilitator: Cecilia Shanahan

About Cecilia: Cecilia is a certified Prenatal Yoga Instructor and 500-RYT, in addition to a Qualified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher and Urban Zen Integrative Therapist. She is the founder of Mindful Learning Lab and offers mindfulness coaching and workshops for parents and educators. Cecilia is a mother who loves nothing more than supporting other expecting parents! She is currently expecting and due at the end of February. You can learn more about Cecilia and her offerings at www.mindfullearninglab.com

Dates: Tuesdays, 6:30pm-8pm | March 14 - April 18

Location: GIVE Yoga, Clintonville 

Investment: $130

THE SERIES

Learn various variations, common misalignments, and new ways to explore your body in poses. Class will begin with a warm-up Hatha flow followed by workshopping and exploring poses. There will be opportunities for Q&A! All levels are welcome!

• Week One | Jan 14: Downdog, Plank and Tadasana

• Week Two | Feb 11: Bring on the Chaturanga

• Week Three | Mar 11: Sun A Deep Dive focusing on transitions

• Week Four | Apr 15: All about the Warriors: Warrior 1, 2 and 3

When: One Saturday a month January - April

Location: Clintonville Hot Studio

Facilitator | Angela Bompiani

Investment | $35 per class, or $125 for the series

Join our community of practice for six weeks of prenatal yoga and mindfulness. Over the course of this series, you will learn a variety of movement, breath, and mindfulness techniques to support you physically, mentally, and emotionally. Classes are designed to cultivate a deeper connection to your body and baby, while also providing the opportunity to meet and practice alongside other expecting parents.

Each class includes mindfulness and meditation, breathing exercises, and a gentle flowing and restorative yoga sequence designed to support you and your baby. We will review poses to alleviate common pregnancy aches/pains as well as poses to proactively strengthen and stabilize your changing body throughout pregnancy. Classes start with a brief group check-in with the chance to ask questions, share, and connect with other expecting parents.

Participants receive:

• Six 90-minute classes at GIVE yoga

• A prenatal yoga practice guide with suggested poses for common pregnancy aches and pains

• An overview of three breathing techniques to support labor and delivery

• Four recorded guided meditations 

• Recommendations on essential oil use during pregnancy 

• Supplementary book and article recommendations to support your practice

FAQ’s:

• When is the best time to take this series? This series is designed to be suitable at all stages of pregnancy. If you have been practicing yoga for a while and are enjoying taking your usual yoga classes, some women choose to do that and join in their second or third trimester when they are ready to slow things down; however, many feel most comfortable starting with a prenatal-specific class right away. There are usually women in class at all stages, some who take the series twice!

• Do I need yoga experience? No. All levels of experience are welcome. 

• Can I still join if I missed the first class or have to miss a couple of the classes? Yes! This series can be joined late but can only be purchased as a series, at full cost. 

• Can I participate in this series more than once? Yes! You are more than welcome to take this series again and can do so at a reduced rate of $90. 

• Other questions? Feel free to reach out to Cecilia at cecilia@mindfullearninglab.com 

Facilitator: Cecilia Shanahan

About Cecilia: Cecilia is a certified Prenatal Yoga Instructor and 500-RYT, in addition to a Qualified Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher and Urban Zen Integrative Therapist. She is the founder of Mindful Learning Lab and offers mindfulness coaching and workshops for parents and educators. Cecilia is a mother who loves nothing more than supporting other expecting parents! She is currently expecting and due at the end of February. You can learn more about Cecilia and her offerings at www.mindfullearninglab.com

Dates: Tuesdays, 6:30pm-8pm (12/6, 12/13, 12/20, 1/3, 1/10, 1/17) *no class 12/27

Location: GIVE Yoga, Clintonville 

Investment: $130

THE SERIES

Mobility and flexibility are words often used interchangeably, and we will dig into why/how these are two separate abilities/functions of the body, exploring the difference between passive and active range of motion. Each week we will articulate a specific joint or joints, exploring your passive flexibility vs. your active range of motion. Think of it as weight training for your joints! 

This is a short series so we won’t hit ALL joints, but we’ll touch on the heavy hitters. We’ll start each class moving through passive stretches, integrated mobility strengthening in the specific joint we are targeting, and then incorporate what we’ve learned into a mobility/yoga flow. Each class will be 90 minutes long depending on the class content for the week.

As humans, we are designed to move in every which way. Common myths we’ll debunk:

• Don’t let your knee move past your toes

• Don’t round your spine in a forward fold (flat back)

• Don’t squeeze your glutes in a bridge pose

• “Bad” posture when you’re working at your desk (spoiler alert: there is no bad posture, but your body will adapt to its most common position and for the majority of us, that is sitting down, chin thrusted forward, shoulders rolled forward with a curve in your spine). 

This series is for anyone who wants to increase their understanding of how the body functions and optimize joint health in order to move and feel better.  

These will be active and challenging classes, and you will need to be able to get up and down from the floor frequently.  Your muscles will be sore and charley horses will happen.  Expect to challenge your active range of motion in all the major joints of your body. 

Logistics | 5 Week Series

• Sat, Oct 1, 11am | Knees

• Sat, Oct 8, 11am | Hips - internal/external rotation

• Sat, Oct 15, 11am | Shoulders

• Sat, Oct 22, 11am | Spine/Neck

• Sat, Oct 29, 11am | Ankles/Toes

What you should bring

• Workout bands (can be purchased at this link for $6)

• Tennis ball or massage ball

Location: Clintonville Upstairs Studio

Facilitator | Jenny Coffey, RYT 200

Jenny has been a yoga practitioner since 2006 and received her 200-Hour certification in 2015. Her passion is Vinyasa Yoga and connecting movement to breath. 

Three years ago, Jenny was in the midst of a battle with chronic tennis elbow; she was in pain and it affected most aspects of her life, from typing on a keyboard at work, to lowering into a chaturanga on her yoga mat. It was during this time that she signed up for classes with mobility specialist Hunter Cook, the creator of Functional Range Conditioning. This led her to participate in a mobility-focused training with Matt Phippen of the Movement Method, and her eyes were opened to the importance of consistently moving/strengthening our joints, moving joints through their entire range of motion, and understanding why this is different from passive stretching. 

Investment | $25 per class, or $110 for the series