Karuna means compassion, tenderness, and devoted action to alleviate suffering.
Renewal Micro Retreat
with Paul Menard & Kristin Althea O’Connor
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3 time slots per day ($180 each)
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Enjoy a 60-minute 5 element Shiatsu massage with Paul.
Along with a 60-minute 5 element Acupuncture session with Kristin.
Congrats, Paul!
“After years of dedicated study, it just felt like time!”
Join us in congratulating Paul on his newest certification.
Embracing the Winter Solstice
with Suzie Goldstein
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12/21 2:30 - 5 pm ($40)
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12/22 10 am - 12 pm($30)
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The Winter Solstice embodies a moment of transition, shifting from darkness to light. It is traditionally a time of introspection and reflection. A time to pause and connect to ourselves, our community, and to nature itself. By attuning to the Earth’s rhythm we honor and acknowledge that we are also a part of the cyclic nature of life. The end of December is often a busy time of year when many of us feel depleted and worn down by the dwindling light and holiday rush. The Winter Solstice is the perfect time to go inward, reflect, regroup, rest, and emerge ready to settle into winter. For the full benefit of the sequences being taught, these all level workshops are best taken together but can be taken separately. Feel free to reach out to Suzie directly with specific questions.
Shiatsu and Bodywork with Paul
Experience a 5-Element Shiatsu treatment at the center with Paul. This bodywork technique utilizes the applying of pressure with fingers and thumbs, along with techniques such as stretching and joint mobilization. Shiatsu is often used as a method to enhance health and can be used as preventative care treatment. Shiatsu addresses imbalances of the vital energy of our body or Qi (pronounced “chee”).
Daily Meditation
Karuna offers daily meditation as a free service to the community (donations are accepted). Every morning at 9am we meet (and some days in person. For a full schedule, links to attend, etc, click below.
Join our group today.
Attend a Class at Karuna
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?
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.
