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.
Ropes Workshops
with Paul Menard
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11/10 10 am - 12 pm ($30)
The use of wall ropes allows the body to create dynamic heat, opening beyond what one might be able to achieve alone. Participants will perform a series of strengthening, opening, & releasing postures, leaving the body & mind thoroughly open, warm, & peaceful. All levels welcome.
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11/10 1 pm - 2:30 pm ($25)
Come to Karuna & let the ropes assist you in opening the body to prepare for relaxation. We will use the ropes wall to soften the muscles & tissues to put the limbs at ease. These supports will bring ease to the chest & lungs to ready the participant for freedom in breathing.
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.
