Events

Upcoming Somatic Yoga Workshops and Series

October 4, 2026

From Survival to Safety: Nervous System Regulation Through Yoga
(4 week series 10/4, 10/11, 10/18 & 10/25)
1:00pm-3:00pm

The Heart Center Yoga Studio
9640D 16th Ave. SW (2nd floor) **Entrance and parking on 15th Ave. SW**

July 26, 2026

Restoring Safety Within: Trauma-Informed Yin Yoga for Veterans and First Responders

The Heart Center Yoga Studio
9640D 16th Ave. SW (2nd floor)
***Entrance and Parking on 15th ave. SW in alley.

Yoga Workshops and Classes

Sunday Morning Yin Yoga Class

Come join me
Sunday mornings 9am-10:15am at The Heart Center.
I teach every Sunday morning and use yogic philosophy, breathwork, asana and meditation to bring students into their body.
Yin yoga is a very meditative practice that allows us to get deeper into our soft tissues such as our ligaments, joints, deep fascial networks and even our bones. It has been referred to as "needleless acupuncture."  
And because we hold emotions and trauma in our bodies a Yin practice can help improve symptoms associated with anxiety, depression, PTSD, sleep issues, gut health and so much more.
I look forward to seeing you in class soon!


From Survival to Safety: Nervous System Regulation Through Yoga

I’m excited to be offering another 4-week yoga series focused on understanding and working with the body’s survival responses of Fight, Flight, Freeze/Collapse, and Fawn. Each session will include somatic exercises designed to help students learn how to bring their nervous system into a more balanced state of being.  Each week will focus on one survival response, offering tools and somatic techniques tailored to that specific state. These practices are designed to support greater balance, deepen nervous system awareness, and help participants access a more regulated, ventral vagal state.
Series Details:

Dates: Sundays, October 4th-25th.(10/4, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25)
Time: 1:00 PM–3:00 PM Location: The Heart Center 9640D 16th Ave SW (2nd floor) Important: Please note that the entrance and parking are on 15th Ave SW, not 16thave. The entrance is located in the alley between 15th and 16th
What to Bring:

-A yoga mat if you have one or you can borrow one from the studio
Comfortable clothing for gentle movement
-A journal for reflections
-Water bottle

Through a combination of yoga, somatic practices, journaling and breathwork, individuals will learn practical strategies for upregulating or downregulating their nervous system depending on the focus that week. The series will guide participants in better understanding and working with the body’s survival responses of Fight, Flight, Freeze/Collapse, and Fawn. 

Who Is This Class For: This series is open to all levels of yoga experience and welcomes anyone interested in trauma-informed healing. This group is appropriate for clients who may benefit from trauma-informed, gentle movement; additional regulation skills to complement individual therapy; and psychoeducation delivered through experiential practices. It is also well-suited for individuals who would appreciate a supportive, guided environment focused on safety, embodiment, and nervous system awareness. Those working on stress regulation, trauma recovery, or embodied coping skills may find this series particularly beneficial.

Restoring Safety Within: Trauma-Informed Yin Yoga for Veterans and First Responders


This class is designed to support veterans and first responders who carry the physical and emotional demands of service. Yin Yoga is a slow, gentle practice that uses long-held, supported poses to release tension in the body’s deep tissues while helping the nervous system shift out of stress and into rest. The practice encourages mindfulness, grounding, and a deeper connection to the body, creating space for relaxation, resilience, and healing. All levels are welcome, and no yoga experience is necessary. 
Details:
Date: Sunday, July 26, 2025 Time: 1:30–3:00 PM Location: The Heart Center 9640D 16th Ave SW (alley entrance between 15th and 16th, 2nd floor) Seattle, WA 98106
Fee: $20 Pre-registration required:https://www.theheartcenterforawakening.com/workshops This class is open to all levels, no experience needed. Just come as you are and give yourself the rest you’ve earned.
Yin Yoga supports nervous system regulation through longer-held, supported poses that invite the body toward a rest-and-restore state and encourage a slower breath and heart rate. It can also help rebuild body awareness by gently reconnecting participants with internal sensations, especially when stress or trauma has created disconnection from the body. Because it is low intensity and highly adaptable, Yin Yoga can be accessible for many bodies, including those living with injury or chronic pain. The quiet, gentle stillness of the practice can also create space for emotions to arise gradually, allowing participants to meet their experience with greater awareness and care.