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💛 Impactful, intuitive yoga + trainings
🤍 Classes for all 🏳️‍🌈
❤️ 19 Years of Sweat 💦 Stillness 🌱 Play 🤡
📍Bend, Oregon & Online

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Our hearts are heavy as we hold everyone affected by the heartbreaking events in Bend close — the students, families, educators, first responders, and all those whose lives have been touched by this tragedy.

In moments like these, words can feel inadequate. There is no one right way to feel, no timeline for processing, and no expectation to carry on as though everything is normal.

What we can do is continue to show up for one another — with compassion, kindness, and care. To listen, to make space for whatever arises, and to remember the strength of community, especially when things feel uncertain.

To our Bend community: you are not alone. We are here for you.

And we want to extend a special invitation this weekend.
If you need a place to land, our doors are open.

Whether that means coming to a yoga class, sitting quietly in our lobby, sharing space with others, or simply finding a little refuge from the weight of what’s happening — you are welcome here.

If the cost of a class is a concern, please come anyway. We don’t want finances to be a barrier to finding connection, movement, or a moment of peace right now.

Our front desk and lobby will be staffed, and our team will be here to welcome you.

You don’t have to practice yoga. You don’t have to talk. You don’t have to be feeling any particular way.

Come as you are.

With love,
Namaspa Yoga Community by @namaspayogacommunity

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In 2018, Namaspa led its first international yoga retreat in Guatemala. In January 2027, we’re returning to the magic of Lake Atitlán, Guatemala for an all-inclusive week of yoga, adventure, connection, and plenty of space to simply be.

From our home base at beautiful Casa Valdres, we’ll practice daily yoga, swim and paddleboard in Lake Atitlán, explore local villages, hike, zip line, experience a cacao ceremony, visit a women’s weaving co-op, connect with the local Mayan community, and more. Your retreat also includes all meals, local and airport transportation, a massage, and six nights surrounded by lush gardens, volcano views, and the lake.

Our hosts, Stewart and PJ Fritchman, bring years of travel and hospitality experience along with a deep love for Lake Atitlán and relationships throughout the region, offering us an intimate way to experience Guatemala’s landscapes, culture, communities, and hidden treasures.

The itinerary will be full, but not rushed. We’re intentionally leaving room to breathe, float, wander, laugh, nap, connect, and experience the unplanned magic that happens when a group gathers in a place like this.

Learn more at the link in our bio! by @namaspayogacommunity

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Guided by @stepintostillness come immerse yourself in a serene full moon candlelight sound bath, where gentle vibrations & calming energy invite deep relaxation.

Join us this October, for a 75 minute immersive experience designed to support deep rest, reflection, and energetic renewal. A symphony of singing bowls will blend intentional sound, soft candlelight, and the natural energy of the full moon’s cycle to create a peaceful, grounding atmosphere. Sound healing slows the nervous system, releases stored tension, and creates space for clarity and emotional balance.

Gentle guidance will be offered on intention setting, mindful awareness, and relaxation techniques. Leave feeling calmer, more centered, and reconnected to yourself.

The workshop will include brief grounding practices, guided meditation, periods of stillness, and a full sound bath using crystal and metal singing bowls as well as other instruments. Restore yourself this fall and treat yourself to an evening of deep relaxation.

DATE: Friday, October 23rd, 7:15 - 8:30pm
LOCATION: Bend Namaspa, 1135 NW Galveston Ave.
INVESTMENT: $35 by @namaspayogacommunity

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October Student of the Month: Sharon Maier-Kennelly!

Meet Sharon, a dedicated member of our Namaspa community who completed an incredible 90 classes during our Summer Challenge and is approaching 1,200 classes! 🙌

Sharon’s yoga journey began over 35 years ago with a college PE elective, where she fell in love with the practice. She found Namaspa during the pandemic through our online 6 AM classes, starting a few days a week before asking herself, “Why wouldn’t I want to practice every day?”

And that’s been her goal ever since!

For Sharon, yoga is about more than physical fitness. It’s a daily opportunity to cultivate gratitude, self-awareness, and the wisdom to adapt her practice as she grows.

Although she practices primarily from home via Zoom, Sharon feels deeply connected to the Namaspa community through the warmth and inclusivity of our teachers.

Her favorite pose? Warrior II. 🧘‍♀️

“I love the fierceness and taking up space on my mat!”

And her dream yoga destination? The red rocks of Utah!

Sharon, thank you for reminding us that community extends far beyond the studio walls and that showing up for ourselves, day after day, is something worth celebrating.

We’re so grateful you’re part of Namaspa! 🤍

#Namaspa #StudentOfTheMonth #NamaspaCommunity #BendYoga #YogaCommunity taken in Namaspa Yoga & Massage by @namaspayogacommunity

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A trauma-sensitive yoga class for women, creating a compassionate, choice-centered space to reconnect with your body, breath, and inner steadiness.

This series is offered as a fundraiser for the Namaspa Foundation, supporting access to yoga and healing practices for the broader community.

What you can expect:
* Invitational, choice-based movement — everything is optional
* Gentle, accessible practices focused on how your body feels
* Space to move, pause, or rest at your own pace
* Breath and body awareness to support nervous system balance
* Language that supports empowerment, agency, and self-trust
* A safe, non-judgmental environment grounded in compassion and care
* No hands-on adjustments

This class supports you in:
* Reconnecting with your body in ways that feel safe and supportive
* Building steadiness in the face of stress or overwhelm
* Exploring choice and honoring what feels right moment to moment
* Cultivating self-agency, awareness, and inner connection
* Experiencing community and shared presence

Who it’s for:
* Women navigating stress, trauma, or life transitions
* Those seeking a gentle, supportive, non-performative yoga space
* Anyone wanting to move with more awareness, choice, and care

This is a space to come as you are — creating space for connection and a deeper sense of being at home in yourself.

SCHEDULE:
Monday, May 11, 2026, 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Monday, May 18, 2026, 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Monday, May 25, 2026, 7:00 - 8:00 pm

Sliding Scale Pricing
Series - $30 - $60
Drop In - $10 - $25

These classes are offered with accessibility in mind. If cost feels like a barrier, please reach out — we’re happy to explore options with you. by @namaspayogacommunity

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At @bendforestschool we’re growing more than curious minds and adventurous spirits. We’re nurturing emotional awareness, confidence, and resilience.

Our calm corner is one of the many ways we help children slow down, tune into their feelings, and discover tools to navigate life’s everyday challenges.

Because resilience isn’t about avoiding big feelings. It’s about learning how to move through them, with connection, practice, and support. 🌲

These little moments create ripples that last a lifetime.

This is the heart of why I love sharing kids yoga and mindfulness with educators and families! This weekend, we’re gathering at Namaspa for our Kids Yoga Teacher Training, exploring playful, practical tools to support emotional regulation, connection, and resilience.🧘

Small practices. Big ripples.

#KidsYoga #BendForestSchool #SocialEmotionalLearning #MindfulKids #RaisingResilientKids taken in Tumalo, Oregon by @namaspayogacommunity

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✨ A little reminder to pause.

In a world that asks us to keep moving, doing, and giving, sometimes the most meaningful thing we can do is simply be.

To slow down.
To notice our breath.
To reconnect with ourselves.

At Namaspa, we believe yoga is more than movement. It’s an opportunity to create space, cultivate awareness, and come home to yourself.

Whether you’re stepping onto your mat for the first time or the thousandth, there’s a place for you here.

Come as you are. Leave a little more connected. 🤍

See you on your mat.

#NamaspaYoga #BendOregon #YogaCommunity #MindfulMovement #ComeAsYouAre taken in Namaspa Yoga & Massage by @namaspayogacommunity

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With the autumn leaves cascading off the trees, I find this is a great time to bring nature Mandala making into the classroom.
The children learn the history of Mandalas and their significance in different cultures. We then spend some time creating one big Mandala as a group, and then children get to choose their favorite elements to glue down on paper for their own nature Mandala to take home.

I teach the kids yoga class at Namaspa every Monday from 4 to 5 PM. It’s a $10 drop in for children aged 3 and up. The lovely Abbie teaches the kids yoga class on Wednesdays and also Saturday mornings.

#bendyoga #bendmoms #bendoregonlife #namaspayoga #kidsyoga taken in Namaspa Yoga & Massage by @namaspayogacommunity

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Bend to Balance: A Weekend of Connection, Community & Well-Being!

We’re excited to share that Namaspa Foundation is a proud partner of Bend to Balance 2026!

Together, we share a vision of making wellness more accessible, strengthening community connections, and creating opportunities for personal growth and healing.

✨ October 30 – November 1, Bend to Balance brings together our Central Oregon community for a spirited Halloween weekend filled with:

🧘 Yoga, movement & meditation
🌿 Wellness workshops & experiences
🎶 Live music, dance & comedy
🤝 Local vendors & community connection

With 70+ classes, workshops, and experiences, there’s something for everyone!

Through this partnership, Namaspa Foundation is helping support the long-term growth of Bend to Balance and its mission to inspire healthier, more connected communities.

When we come together, we create more opportunities for everyone to thrive. 💚

📍 UUCO & Embark | Bend, Oregon
📅 October 30 – November 1, 2026

🎟️ Explore the schedule and get your tickets: BendToBalance.com⁠

#BendToBalance #NamaspaFoundation #BendOregon #CommunityWellness #WellnessForAll taken in Bend, Oregon by @namaspayogacommunity

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Are we creating opportunities for someone to discover their own strengths, recognize what they need, and develop trust in their own experience? Or are we unintentionally directing that experience?

One of the things I appreciate about Trauma Sensitive Yoga is how it challenges us to reconsider what helping actually looks like.

Can we offer support without taking over? Can we share our knowledge without becoming the authority on someone else’s experience?

In TCTSY, we explore this through relationship, shared power, present-moment awareness, and opportunities for people to make decisions based on what they’re experiencing in their own bodies.

It’s about recognizing that how we help can be just as important as what we offer.

This is something we’ll explore together in the upcoming Trauma Sensitive Yoga Foundations training at Namaspa. I’d love to have you join us.

November 13–15, 2026
Namaspa | Bend, Oregon OR Online With Ker Sawyer ✨Link to upcoming trainings in bio Openviewyoga.com #traumasensitiveyoga #traumainformedyoga #empower #bendoregon #centraloregon by @namaspayogacommunity

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Join senior teachers @devensisleryoga and @abbie.rexroad for an afternoon of connection, play, breathing and relaxation We will explore yoga shapes, play mindful games, partner yoga and guided relaxations that are fun for kids and restorative partner yoga for everyone. You will leave with tools to to practice at home that help with co-regulation and practicing together. There is no experience necessary to join this class, but a willingness to laugh and try new things is encouraged.

All children must be accompanied by an adult. A portion of proceeds will go to the Namaspa Foundation

DATE: Saturday, October 17th, 3:30-4:45p PM PST
LOCATION: Namaspa, 1135 NW Galveston Ave.
COST: $25-50 per family, register once per family

Please bring a closed water bottle and wear comfortable clothes for movement. No yoga mat is necessary. by @namaspayogacommunity

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Samson’s offerings at NYC start TODAY!

Our longtime friend Samson Muhalia is back from Kenya, bringing his infectious joy, energy, and love of yoga to Central Oregon!

From Power Flow and Afro Beats to an accessible Chair Yoga workshop, there are FOUR opportunities to move, learn, laugh, and connect with Samson over the next days.

And the best part? All proceeds benefit Humanure Kenya, Samson’s nonprofit improving sanitation and creating job opportunities in Kenyan communities.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9
12:00pm | Power Flow at Namaspa
5:30pm | Afro Beats at Namaspa

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 10
9:30am | Power Flow at Namaspa
2:00pm | Chair Yoga Workshop at Namaspa

Come practice for a purpose! Let’s give Samson a warm Central Oregon welcome and support the incredible work he’s doing back home. by @namaspayogacommunity

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