Karuna is the divine quality of compassion. Tenderness in feeling the pain of others and devoted action to alleviate suffering.
KCC: Group Practice
with Paul Menard
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Sun, December 21st
Session 1: Asana
10am-12pm $25
Session 2: Pranayama & Restorative
1pm-2:30pm $18
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Paul will take a journey to Pune, India to study with teachers at the Ramamani Iyengar Memorial Yoga Institute on December 4th. When he returns, he will lead a workshop sharing the wisdom he gained on his trip. Join Paul on December 21st for this special workshop.
Heart Opening for the Holidays
with Jessica Becker
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Heart Opening for the Holidays
(Sun, Dec 14)
Morning Session:
10am-12:30pm
Afternoon Session:
2pm-4pm
Attend the morning session only for $50 or attend both the morning & afternoon session for $90.
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Join Jessica for a day of heart opening work: we will move into the areas of tightness in the upper and middle back, and shoulders to bring space to breathe and give warmth to our emotional heart center. The morning session will focus on active poses including back bends. The afternoon session will be supported poses with breath practices (pranayama). The afternoon session is open to those who have also attended the morning session.
One year of Iyengar Yoga experience is required.
Paul’s Teachings from India
workshop with Paul Menard
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(Sun, Nov 30)
10am-11:30am
(Sun, Dec 28)
10am-11:30am
Sliding Scale Price: $10-$18
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In this offering, participants and teacher will work together on a sequence to explore poses with feedback and deep exploration. The instructor will provide feedback to participants to advance, enrich, and develop their practice. All levels welcome. Some experience required.
Affordable self-care & community connections.
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Shiatsu with Paul
Experience a 5-Element Shiatsu treatment with Paul. This bodywork technique utilizes the applying of pressure with fingers & thumbs, along with techniques such as stretching & joint mobilization. It is often a method used as preventative care treatment & to enhance health. Shiatsu addresses imbalances of the vital energy of our body or Qi (pronounced “chee”).
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Acupuncture with Kristin
RETURNING SEPTEMBER 10TH
Our newest addition to Karuna is Kristin Althea O’Connor’s regular 5-Element Acupuncture treatments. This treatment reaches the ROOT of the patient, helping achieve balance in all aspects of life to ensure you are thriving & not just surviving.
Wednesdays 10am - 1:30pm
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Daily Meditation
Karuna offers daily meditation as a free service to the community (donations are accepted). Mostly online but there are some days we come together in person. For a full schedule, links to attend, etc, click below.
FREE every Morning at 9am
Join our group today.
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Attend a Yoga Class
Karuna offers a myriad of classes throughout the course of the week. Classes are available in person, online, and a hybrid option of the two.
Are you ready for yoga?
View our full class schedule & more by clicking below.
Join Karuna & attend Berkshire Yoga Fest 2026
(at a discounted price!)
Online or In Person Appointments Available
Are you looking for individual instruction? Growth? Book a private session with Paul.
“Incredibly beautiful studio, and wonderful, masterful teachers! So grateful to be a part of this community.”
—Sarah B.
Karuna Offers Shiatsu & Body Work
What are the benefits of Yoga?
Yoga means union of body, mind and spirit. Many people in the West know of yoga as a collection of physical postures to be performed. In fact, yoga is one of the six major classical Indian philosophies, and it is a method for reducing suffering in all aspects of one’s life.
Benefits of Yoga
Yoga has many benefits. It promotes strength, flexibility, healthy breathing, relaxation, a sense of inner peace, increased mental focus, and healing from physical injuries and emotional pains. Whatever one’s primary reason for studying yoga may be, the longer one continues to practice yoga, the more its positive effects deepen, strengthen and multiply, bringing one into closer harmony with one’s true nature.
SCENT-FREE ZONE
Karuna Center for Yoga and Healing Arts is a place where all can enter safely. We request that you make an effort to refrain from using scented products. We understand the challenges of this request; please know that we are all in the process of increasing our awareness and sensitivity.
Please refrain from using any perfumes, colognes, scented oils (even natural ones), or aftershave—when coming to be a part of the space. Less obvious sources of fragrances include cosmetics, laundry detergent, fabric softeners, drier sheets, soaps, shampoos, hand lotions, face creams, deodorants, and sunscreen. Even air freshener, incense, and scented candle aroma can be absorbed in clothing and hair. Sweaters, jackets, and fabric purses will also pick up fragrances.
Thank you for being mindful and making Karuna a welcome space for everyone.
