New Year's Eve Mantra + Meditation Gathering
Dec
31
10:00 AM10:00

New Year's Eve Mantra + Meditation Gathering

Join Melissa for our 5th annual New Year's Eve Mantra + Meditation Gathering at Find Your Breath, where we'll be deepening the relationship to our inner knowing and reflecting on the importance of taking action from a place of clarity.

Sustainer: $45

Supported $30 (use code NYE15)

*15% of all profits will be donated to a mutual aid fundraiser for a family in Gaza. Learn more about Ramadan Abu Jazar’s family here.

You will be guided through:

  • Community Check In

  • Gentle Asana (postures) and pranayama practices to prepare the body and mind for mantra and meditation

  • Mantras that hone in your relationship to your inner knowing and true nature

  • Meditation practices that allow you to draw your attention inward and deeply reflect on how you are taking action from a clear place within.

Replay access will be offered for 1 week for all registrants.

Partial and full scholarships offered for PGM, QTPGM and people living with disabilities. Email melissa@findyourbreath.net for more info.

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Transition: A Reflective Day Yoga Retreat with Rabia + Meliss
Feb
2
10:00 AM10:00

Transition: A Reflective Day Yoga Retreat with Rabia + Meliss

Join us for "Transition," a reflective day retreat designed to guide you through periods of change with grace and intention. Through a blend of reflective exercises, gentle asana, restful pranayama and connection in a supportive community, you'll explore how to navigate transitions with greater ease and resilience. Embrace this opportunity to honor your journey, cultivate presence, and discover the wisdom that arises during times of transition.

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Free Workshop: Introduction to the Yoga Sutras
Aug
19
4:00 PM16:00

Free Workshop: Introduction to the Yoga Sutras

Join a free workshop, Introduction to the Yoga Sutras at Find Your Breath, led by Melissa Shah!

In this beginner friendly workshop, you'll be invited to learn the foundations of sadhana (personal practice) through the lens of the Patanjali's Yoga Sutras. We will explore how the sutras are incredibly applicable to every aspect of life, including how you take action against injustice in your communities and the world.

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Summer Solstice Mantra Workshop
Jun
24
4:30 PM16:30

Summer Solstice Mantra Workshop

Join Melissa for our 5th annual Summer Solstice Mantra workshop! A 90 min mantra and meditation workshop that focuses on expanding consciousness, curiosity, and motivation to move forward and take action. We will practice two mantras bring brightness, deep trust, and strength to all dimensions of your being. No prior experience is required.

$40 (Sustainer)

$30 (Supported) - use code SOLSTICE10

20% off for Find Your Breath members - locate the discount in your member portal.

Scholarship spots are available for BIPOC + 2SLGBTQIA+. Email melissa@findyourbreath.net to inquire.

You will be guided through:

-Community Check In

-Pranayama practices to support your system's ability to expand your consciousness and curiosity.

-Mantras that energize your body and spirit to support your ability to take action and build trust within yourself.

-Meditation practices that allow you to draw your attention inward and support a deeper connection to your role in the present world.

20% of profits will be donated to the QTBIPOC Scholarship Fund, which provides two scholarships to Deep Rest: Therapeutic Yoga Retreat led by Melissa Shah + Rabia Meghani


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Introduction to Pranayama: Calming Breath Techniques (Free Workshop!)
May
22
4:00 PM16:00

Introduction to Pranayama: Calming Breath Techniques (Free Workshop!)

Join a free workshop at Find Your Breath, led by Melissa Shah!

In this beginner friendly workshop, you'll be invited to learn the foundations of what pranayama is and how breath can influence the movement of prana (vital life force) through the physical body.

We will practice 3 foundational breathing techniques that are designed to calm the nervous system, release tension, and support restful sleep. Melissa's comprehensive approach to pranayama is rooted in 25+ years of practice/study and 11+ years of teaching.

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Pranayama Immersion: Teaching Tools for Space Holders
Apr
26
to Apr 28

Pranayama Immersion: Teaching Tools for Space Holders

In this 10-hour virtual immersion, we'll cover:

  • A deep dive into prana, and it's various functions and responsibilities in the body

  • What is pranayama and it's potential benefits

  • How to incorporate pranayama (breathing) tools therapeutically and safely for your students, clients, and your own practice 

  • Purpose and functions of at least 6-8 pranayama techniques

  • Ample opportunity to practice various pranayama techniques and get a deeper sense of how they influence your system

  • Ayurveda philosophy and yoga theory, drawing from several yogic texts

  • Practice teaching 3-4 pranayama techniques 

  • Individual and group reflections/discussion

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Co-Creating Connection: Partner Yoga with Raquel + Melissa
Feb
14
3:00 PM15:00

Co-Creating Connection: Partner Yoga with Raquel + Melissa

Join us for this special partner yoga workshop, where we will guide you and your partner through asana (postures), pranayama (breathing techniques) and meditation. You will leave this experience with a stronger understanding of how to use yogic tools to attune to yourself and those around you.

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Deep Rest: Yoga & Mantra Retreat
Nov
1
to Nov 5

Deep Rest: Yoga & Mantra Retreat

You’re invited to join a weekend yoga and mantra retreat at Ojas Retreat Center, led by Melissa Shah and guest teacher Rabia Meghani! Together, we’ll dive deep into our yoga practices, connect over nourishing meals, and bask in the beautiful outdoors of Southern California. Ojas Retreat Center is 2 hours south of Los Angeles, immersed in an ecological reserve.

Join daily therapeutic yoga classes that incorporate breath-led asana, pranayama and meditation.

Allow daily mantra classes to soothe your spirit and support connection with self while being in community.

Nourish yourself with daily, homemade Ayurvedic-friendly vegetarian meals made with love and care.

Nurture the process of letting go through intentional time in nature, optional hikes, and deep, luxurious rest.

Rest in a supportive environment that is rooted in queer and trans* affirming, body-affirming, anti-casteist, and anti-racist values.

Learn more and register here.

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Summer Solstice Mantra Workshop
Jun
21
4:00 PM16:00

Summer Solstice Mantra Workshop

A 2-hour mantra and meditation workshop centered on the first half of the year and invoking the healing qualities of the sun We will practice Suryanamaskar Mantra to bring brightness and bold confidence to the mind. No prior experience is required.

$30 (Sustainer)

$20 (Supported) - use code SOLSTICE10

4 free spots are available for BIPOC + 2SLGBTQIA+. Email melissa@findyourbreath.net to inquire.

10% of profits will be donated to Gender Justice L.A

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May
11
10:00 AM10:00

Yoga Fundraiser for Caste Equity with Kalama Mutual Aid

Find Your Breath and Kalama Mutual Aid are partnering each quarter to raise mutual aid funds for caste equity.

These funds will directly go to help raise $20K to provide rapid response support to ensure the safety and well-being of our friend and their family. Join Melissa for a 60min yoga fundraiser class on June 8, where 100% of your contribution will go towards direct aid such as safe house relocation, mental health services, and legal support.

Learn more about Kalama Mutual Aid here.

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