Workshops & Events
Yoga to Support the Prevention of Gun Violence
Show your support for the Prevention of Gun Violence as Nancy leads you through your poses and Janea provides a sound bath. Event sponsored by Jill of Gratitude Yoga. To be held on September 24, 2023.
Yogaville Retreat - Reignite Your Spirit
Satchidananda Ashram (Yogaville) in Buckingham, Virginia, is the place! ~ November 3-5, 2023
The time slot of November 3 – 5 (Friday & Saturday night) has been reserved for Gloucester Yoga’s mini retreat. We will connect in person, have some fun, and Reignite Your Spirit! If you have family or friends that you would like to invite, please do. Check out the sample schedule on Yogaville’s website. All classes they offer and vegetarian meals are included. A classroom has been reserved to teach a class for our community as well.
Please note that The Light of Truth Universal Shrine (LOTUS) is not generally open – still under renovation. However, you will be able to attend Saturday noon meditation in LOTUS.
There are other events happening that weekend so make your reservation as soon as possible to ensure a spot for you. It is first come, first serve. There are several bunk rooms they are holding for Gloucester Yoga and other options for you to choose from.
You can register by booking a Personal Retreat on Yogaville’s website. When you are filling out the Participant info line add in the Personal Comments section that you are part of Nancy Sessoms – Gloucester Yoga Group. They will send an email confirmation which will indicate you are part of the group.
Here is the Accommodation information from the website:
Shared Dormitory/Shared bathroom, $105 per night ($210 for the weekend)
Private Dormitory/Shared Bathroom (just for women), $155 per night for one person, $250 per night for two people in the room ($500 for the weekend)
LOTUS Guest House – private room/private bathroom, $180 per night for one person ($360 for the weekend), $275.00 per night for two people in the room. ($550 for the weekend)
If you are 65 or possess even more wisdom, you get a 10% discount but be sure to check that before finalizing payment. May this be the right time for you!
Past Workshops & Events
2022
March 26, April 2, 9, 23, & 30 - Yoga for Bone Health
August 5, Yoga + Wine
Aug 27, Sept 3, 10, 17 & 24 - Yoga for Bone Health
2021
Yoga & Sound Bath - Support the Prevention of Gun Violence
Sunday, Sept 24, 2023, 10 am at City Center in Newport News - Join me (Nancy) as I lead you through your poses and Janea provides the sound bath experience. Sponsored by Jill of Gratitude Yoga.
Jan 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 - Asana Clinic
February 20, 27, March 6, 13, 20, 27 - Virtual Yoga for Bone Health
March 10, 24, April 7, 21, May 5, 19 - Virtual Bone Renewal
October 16, 23, November 6, 13, 20, December 4 - Yoga for Bone Health
2020
Jan 11 - Taste of California Winyasa
Feb 29 - Yoga for Bone Health Workshop (Nancy & LeeAnn)
Mar 1, 8, 15, 29 - What Makes You Happy (Randy Colker, PhD)
Aug 11, 18, 25, Sept 1, 8, 15 - Virtual Yoga for Bone Health (Nancy)
Oct 28, Nov 4, 11, 18, 25, and Dec 2 - Virtual Yoga for Bone Health (Nancy)
2019
Jan 20 - Relaxation Techniques: Tools for Managing Stress Workshop (Kaye Levy)
Feb 17 - Living Better With Arthritis - one day at a time (Gretchen Brown)
Mar 16 & 17 - What is Yoga? Two-part Workshop (Nancy Sessoms)
May 24 - Taste of South America at the Barre (Paula)
June 22 - Gloucester Yoga's 3-Year Anniversary Celebration - Donation Event to benefit the Giving Garden Foundation
July 19 - 21 Call Your Spirit Back Home - Retreat at Yogaville
July 28 - Reading & Book Signing with Chakra Singing Bowls Sound Bath with Lian & Dianne for Christine Griggs' new book YOGA WITH A FRENCH TWIST: A JOURNEY THROUGH THE CHAKRAS
August 24 - Taste of Virginia Winyasa (Nancy)
October 12 - Yoga for Bone Health Workshop (Nancy & LeeAnn)
Oct - Dec - Yoga for Bone Health: Dr. Fishman's 12 poses (6 week series on Saturdays)
Dec 7 - Couples Flow (Joe)
2018
Jan 20 - Feb 17 on Saturdays – Meditation Workshop (Joe Charsagua)
April 20 – Taste of Italy Winyasa (Nancy)
April 22 – Unlock Your Headstands Workshop (Regina)
April 27 – Kirtan - An Evening of Festive Singing & Chanting (Joe Charsagua)
June 30 - 2-year Anniversary - Free Classes All Day (6 classes)
July 29 - Introduction to Yoga Workshop (Nichole & Nancy)
August 19 - Yoga for Freddie (April) - AIDS Charity Event
Sept 16 - Yoga for Arthritis Workshop (Gretchen) - GMHS Donation Event
Sept 21 - Taste of France Winyasa (Nancy)
Oct 7 - Just Breathe - Breath Workshop (Danna)
Dec 21 - Taste of Spain Winyasa (Nancy)
2017
Feb 26 – Introduction to Yoga Workshop (Nichole & Nancy)
March 10 – Winyasa (Nancy)
March 26 – Qigong Workshop (Patrick Gilman) - Bread for Life Donation Class
May 21 – Breath Workshop (Danna & Nancy)
June 9 – Winyasa (Nancy)
July 9 – Sun Salutation Workshop (Joe)
August 6 – Yoga for Freddie (April) - AIDS Charity Event
Sept 8 – Winyasa (Nancy)
Nov 12 – Yoga for the Animals (Nancy) - GMHS Donation Class
December 8 – Winyasa (Nancy)
2016
Nov 6 – Meditation & Mandalas Workshop (Nancy Geary)