November - “Sleep soundbath”
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 for a serene, sleep-themed session focused on rest + restoration. Drift into deep relaxation with gentle restorative yoga, followed by calming yoga nidra and soothing sound bath. Start the week anew by inviting peaceful moments in preparation for deep sleep as we replenish the mind, body, and spirit.
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 the facilitators?
Reid Yoshimura is a 4th generation Japanese American who has practiced Yoga and Mindfulness for the past 20 years. He earned his 200 hour certification from Joan Hyman at the School of Yoga. His teaching style is a well rounded, heart centered, and meditative flow, suitable for all ages and levels. He believes when the body is aligned and the mind is calm, you're more in tune with your true self and can move through life with greater clarity, peace, and purpose. Forever a student at heart, Reid feels blessed to give back and teach yoga to the Little Tokyo community at the Terasaki Budokan. When he's not on the mat, Reid loves to be outdoors with his son Yogi, a 4-year old miniature schnauzer.
Pete Lee is a compassionate meditation and yoga teacher, sound and energy healing facilitator, and certified coach based in Los Angeles. With a gentle approach, he helps people feel safe, at ease, and at home in their bodies, wherever they are in the world. Pete teaches and facilitates gong sound healing sessions throughout LA. For more information, visit his website, www.cpetelee.com
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.