Circle Time, Horses, and Yoga
Date: August 11, 2024
Time: 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. We will begin promptly at 7 pm, so please arrive at 6:45 to complete waiver and settle in.
Location: Crossing Life’s Bridges Arena, 5396 Peaceful Lane NE, Carlos, MN
Cost: $45/session. Pre-registration required and ends August 10.
What to wear & bring: The temperature in our enclosed sand arena is dependent on outside conditions, so please dress accordingly. Closed toed shoes are required to be around the horses. Please bring your own yoga mat.
Limit: Space is limited so register early.
Yep, you read that right! Circle Time isn’t just for kids. Given the demands of daily life, we can all benefit from embracing our child-like hearts, coming together in gratitude to support, uplift, and encourage one another.
Through guided discussions or group activities, you will have the opportunity to share, laugh, reflect, and grow as you learn ways to take care of you before you relax your heart, mind, and body through a gentle yoga in the sand in the calming presence of horses.
Circle time and yoga will take place in our arena with the horses being present during the yoga session. You’ll be within a fenced round pen to keep the horses at a safe distance yet close enough for you to enjoy these amazing beings.
Join us for this unique experience to connect with others, unwind, and rejuvenate.
Life can be busy! At times, the pace and schedules can leave us feeling a bit overwhelmed and exhausted. So how do we create the time and focus needed to get work done and focus on the relationships that recharge and rejuvenate us? That includes prioritizing self-care. By being aware of how we spend our time and energy, we can intentionally “shift” into the right gear at the right time! During circle time, Myra will share a powerful tool to help you communicate your needs, be more productive with your time, and and be more present in your relationships at home and work.
During the yoga session, we will unite body and mind through our breath and movement. This yoga session will include practicing poses of balance, strength, and flexibility – leaving participants feeling rejuvenated with a greater range of motion and mental clarity. There will also be time for intentional relaxation and releasing. Sarah will give options and modifications throughout. Participants do not need previous yoga experience but they should be in good physical health and able to move from seated (on a mat) position to standing unassisted.
The horses will be present during our time together. No horse experience is necessary as you will not ride the horses.
Space is limited so register early.
Ages 18 and up welcome.
Myra Heckenlaible-Gotto, EdD
Certified Equine Gestalt Practitioner, Licensed Equine Facilitator, Certified GiANT Leadership Coach, Author, Speaker
Myra has worked with people in all stages of life’s journey in a variety of educational and mental health settings.
To follow her calling, her focus shifted to her current coaching practice. Blending her heart for teaching, love for horses, and passion for helping others, she created a place for those who seek self-awareness, personal growth, guidance through life transitions, healing, recharge & renewal, and team building & leadership development. She incorporates a variety of experiential, educational, and healing approaches into her work which may include her equine partners. She lives in Carlos, MN.
Sarah Roers, CYT (YTT), CPT (NSCA), CGTI (NETA)
Focus Fitness Yoga Studio
Sarah is an Alexandria native, that has been practicing and teaching yoga since 2001. She worked in technology in Fargo for a few years after college before moving back to the Alexandria area. After spending 13 years in the tech industry, she began to follow her passion for health & fitness and currently works as a Group Exercise Instructor & Personal Trainer. She has had a long-time passion for yoga as well as other endurance & strength sports. Her favorite part of what she does is seeing & helping people meet their health & fitness goals.
Cancellation Policy: You are holding a spot, so reservations for this event are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend the event you are registered for, please know you can transfer your registration to another person by contacting Myra.