June - “reconnecting with the inner child”

a yoga + mindfulness pop up to reclaim your balance 

The REFUGE pop up series includes a yin-restorative yoga flow + mindfulness activity in order to create space + stillness in the mind and body. By incorporating a blend of movement + mindfulness, we re-nourish our fundamental need for calm, rest, and relaxation.

Join us to relax and unwind through a spirit of childlike curiosity + playfulness that we often set aside as adults. This pop-up event will feature a mindset coaching visualization technique to nourish + embrace your inner child. Followed by an all-levels, inclusive grounding + heart-opening yoga flow designed to renew self-compassion. Let your inner child shine and renew your joy!

TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT

why Yoga? 

Yoga is a practice from India that was created over 5,000 years ago. 

Yoga means to “yoke” and encourages us to bring mind, body, and soul in unison. 

By learning to listen to the needs of our body, our yoga practice gives us a space to dive heart first instead of head first-- placing love and compassion over our ego. 

what is mindfulness? 

Mindfulness is the act of becoming aware of thoughts, emotions, and physical sensations with objectivity. Mindfulness activities give us the opportunity to participate in the moment-by-moment process of tuning into our experiences with the 5 dimensions of wellness (spiritual, mental, emotional, physical, and social). By observing these experiences openly and without judgment, scientific studies have shown that you are able to reduce stress, improve attention, boost the immune system, balance emotions, and contribute to our overall wellness.

can you share more about Kristy’s  Coaching?

Kristy Ishii is a fifth generation Japanese American, who has over 8 years of experience working internationally as a community leader, JET English Teacher, and full cycle executive recruiter in Japan. She works virtually from Los Angeles, as a Holistic Career Transitions and Wellness (Mindset) Coach, and also as the Program Director for Social Impact Leadership Development programs in the Silicon Valley (CA). She is most known for helping clients get in touch with their inner wisdom, joy, self care & wellness, while in a career transition phase. Her coaching method helps clients change patterned belief systems that are holding them back from success, by guiding them through unique mindset re-framing techniques. By gaining clarity, clients can realign with their roots and identities in life, relationships, and career, and lead a fulfilling lifestyle that meets all of their needs.

about our partner

The Terasaki Budokan’s mission is to provide a facility in Downtown, Los Angeles for youth, families and seniors that offers sports, community activities, and opportunities to connect visitors to Japanese American culture and a vibrant, sustainable Little Tokyo. Conceptualized over 30 years ago, the Budokan’s development plays a pivotal role in keeping the historical and cultural home for the Nikkei community and beyond.