Ongoing classes in Yoga and Tai Chi in and around Ann Arbor (May - August 2025)
Tai Chi, Martial Arts & Self DefenseBeginning Tai Chi with Master Wasentha Young • Ongoing Mondays from 10 to 11:15 a.m. AND/OR Thursdays from 6 to 7:15 p.m. • Tai Chi, often characterized as a moving mindful meditation, is a series of postures linked together in a continuous flow. It integrates the mind and body, promotes relaxation, as well increases balance and concentration. You can attend both sessions at no extra cost! $215 for the semester. For more information contact Peaceful Dragon School at 734-741-0695, email info@peacefuldragonschool.com, or visit peacefuldragonschool.com.
Chen Tai Chi Ch’uan with Joe Walters • Ongoing Mondays & Thursdays from 5 to 6:00 p.m. OR Saturday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. • Unique movement art emphasizing inner stillness and relaxation developed through disciplined whole-body integration and refined awareness. Instruction in stance training, coiling exercises, and Chen forms. FREE. For more information contact Joe at annarbortaichi@gmail.com or visit annarbortaichi.com.
Wu Style Tai Chi Chaun with Marylin Feingold • Sunday, May 4, 11, 18, & 25; June 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29; July 7 6, 13, & 20; August 3, 10, 17, 24, & 31 • 4 to 5:00 p.m. • Learn the ancient art of meditation in motion with this “soft style” martial art emphasizing relaxation and balance. Drop-in: $5 per session collected at the door. For more information contact Jewel Heart at (734) 994-3387, email programs@jewelheart.org. or visit jewelheart.org.
Yoga
Deep Centering Class Outdoors or In the Park with Ann Arbor Yoga and Meditation • Ongoing Tuesdays • 4:45 to 5:45 p.m. • This class is designed to effectively help relieve stress at a deeper level, both in body and mind. Experience a sense of harmony and centering. Dynamic posture sequences (flows) are followed by guided progressive relaxation (Yoga Nidra) and therapeutic breathing, visualization, and meditation. $130 for 5 classes; $240 for 10 classes. For more information contact Ema at EmaStefanova@cs.com or visit YogaAndMeditation.com.
Yoga Nidra & Meditation Class with Ann Arbor Yoga and Meditation • Ongoing Wednesdays • 11 a.m. to Noon • This class will address the whole person, cultivating a state of relaxed awareness to help one become more objective and present, resulting in decreased stress, anxiety, and depression, improved quality of life, and a higher state of well-being. $130 for 5 classes; $240 for 10 classes. For more information contact Ema at EmaStefanova@cs.com or visit YogaAndMeditation.com.
Yoga for Anxiety Course with Ann Arbor Yoga and Meditation • Ongoing Thursdays • 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. • Classical Yoga for Anxiety program will be taught. Audio and excellent text available to develop your home practice and improve your health and well-being. $130 for 5 classes; $240 for 10 classes. For more information contact Ema at EmaStefanova@cs.com or visit YogaAndMeditation.com.
Yoga Meditation Self-Care Course with Ann Arbor Yoga and Meditation • Ongoing Sundays from 11 a.m. to Noon OR Wednesdays from 8 to 9:00 a.m. • Each class will provide a whole body deep, yet gentle and meaningful workout, total relaxation, a great variety of breathing and meditation techniques to inform and inspire stress-less and healthful lifestyle. For more information contact Ema at EmaStefanova@cs.com or visit YogaAndMeditation.com.
Hatha Yoga with Samantha Lieberman • Thursday, May 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29; June 5, 12, 19, 26; Jul 3, 10, 17, & 31; August 7, 14, 21, & 28 • 9:15 to 10:15 a.m. • Sam Lieberman has been practicing yoga since 1988. She received teacher trainings in Yoga Fit and Yoga Medics. Yoga Medics is a medical model approach with emphasis on alignment and therapeutic needs. Drop in, $18 per session. 10% senior discount. Cash or Venmo at door. Bring your own mats. For more information contact Jewel Heart at (734) 994-3387, email programs@jewelheart.org. or visit jewelheart.org.
Yoga Stretch with Samantha Lieberman • Friday, May 2, 9, 16, & 23, 30; June 6, 13, 20, & 27; July 11 & 18; Aug 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29 • 9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. • Experience the how, why, and importance of stretching! Drop-in - $18 per session. 10% senior discount. Cash or Venmo at door. Bring your own mats. For more information contact Jewel Heart at (734) 994-3387, email programs@jewelheart.org. or visit jewelheart.org.
Toddler Yoga with Courtney Fitzpatrick • Saturday, May 3; June 7; August 2 • 8 to 8:45 a.m. • We're excited to bring back Toddler Yoga to the Yoga House! Parents/guardians, dust off your yoga mat and join us with your active little cutie. We'll be playing games, trying out some yoga poses, read a yoga-related book, and have some fun! This is a wonderfully relaxed time to explore movement and to have some quality time together. $25 (or included in membership). For more information contact Verapose Yoga & Meditation House at (734) 808-4007, email veraposeyoga@gmail.com, or visit veraposeyoga.com.
Self-Care Sunday For Women with Courtney Fitzpatrick, Penni Jones, & Lynnea Harris • Sunday, May 4; June 1; August 3 • HIIT Happy, Pulse Nutrition, and Verapose Yoga are collaborating for a super fun event, and we'd love for you to be a part of it! Includes: a 30-minute Interval Workout, 30-minute Yin (gentle!) Yoga with Guided Meditation, a 30-minute Nutrition education while you enjoy a protein shake, and time for gathering/sharing as a community at the end. $45. For more information contact Verapose Yoga & Meditation House at (734) 808-4007, email veraposeyoga@gmail.com, or visit veraposeyoga.com.
Yoga Classes with David Black • Tuesday, May 6, 13, 20, & 27; June 3, 10, 17, & 24; July 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29; August 6 • 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. • Beginning and experienced students in the classes learn traditional yoga postures (hatha yoga) with an emphasis on relaxation, concentration, and working with the breath. Cost is $60 for six sessions or $12 per drop-in class. For more information contact the Zen Temple at (734) 761-6520or email annarborzentemple@gmail.com.
Second Annual Ann Arbor Rotary Yoga Retreat with Jody Tull, Cinda Hocking, Becky Bail, Saravanan Chockalingam & Jonathan Tyman • Saturday, May 10 • 8:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. • Learn breathing, movement, and mindfulness exercises to increase strength and flexibility. Practical sessions and lectures; Pranayama, Asanas, meditation. Learn from expert yoga teachers and medical professionals. Discover a refreshing perspective to activate your own healing environment. Six continuing education credits for physical therapists. $60. For more information visit a2rotary.org.
Yoga for Pride with Aubrey and Art Schupbach • Sunday, June 8 • 9:30 a.m. to Noon • Join us for our 5th annual Yoga for Pride event at Riverside Park in Ypsilanti, MI. This is a donation-based yoga community event that also hosts a mental health resource fair. All donations go to support Michigan nonprofits Stand with Trans and the Michigan ACLU. $25. For more information visit zionwell.com.
Healthy Aging Series with Jennifer Lenders • Saturday, June 14; July 12; August 9 • 4 to 6:00 p.m. • Join Jennifer Lenders, C-IAYT Yoga Therapist, for our monthly Healthy Aging Series. This series, focused on various subjects from learning to calm the mind, to healthy joints to a focus on the wellbeing of the heart, is designed to teach students techniques to feel good and age well. All ages welcome! $40. For more information contact Verapose Yoga & Meditation House at (734) 808-4007, email veraposeyoga@gmail.com, or visit veraposeyoga.com.
Seasonal Flow Yoga: Uniting Yoga & Ayurveda Through the Seasons with Sue Whitmarsh • Saturday, June 21 • 2 to 3:30 p.m. • Seasonal Flow Yoga is an innovative practice that aligns yoga, breath, and meditation with the energy of each season. By focusing on the season's dominant bio-energy and personal qualities, we develop self-awareness and connect with nature. Each session concludes with a chant and a seasonally appropriate snack or beverage. $30. For more information contact Verapose Yoga & Meditation House at (734) 808-4007, email veraposeyoga@gmail.com, or visit veraposeyoga.com.