Touching Earth and Sky Are Grounding and Expansion separate Core Sensations or simply two sides of the same coin? Can you have one without the other? Does it matter? Join us to explore these two MBS Core Sensations and consider how they contribute not only to a robust yoga practice, but make real-life differences in […]
Working with People with Intellectual Disabilities Can people with intellectual disabilities easily access the profound benefits of yoga? We hear that question frequently at MBS and the answer is a resounding yes! Join Bethany for a discussion and practice on how to bring yoga’s 4 sensations of balance, grounding, rhythm and expansion to people with […]
Yoga at the Bedside The richness of yoga lends itself to every possible position, and supine is no exception! In fact, a floor or bedside yoga practice can be just as effective as a seated or standing one. Practice along while we get bigger in space, explore balance as a sensation, and discover rhythm as we […]
Moving in Multiple Directions at Once What does this really mean? How does it work? What are the implications of moving in multiple directions? And why is this important in our asana practice and our teaching? This session will address those questions, focusing on the richness that multidimensional movement brings to individual asanas and to […]
"Keeping your head" is a crucial skill when dealing with the challenges of living with a disability. We all have been battle-tested by outlandishly difficult situations, and we all carry the scars to prove it. But how do you learn to “keep your head” or stay “centered.” Surely, it requires more than an act of […]
Rethinking Restorative Resting quietly in different positions for long periods of time may NOT sound “restorative” for many people. Pain, discomfort, difficulty focusing, and other factors can affect what a student finds truly restorative in their body. This session will challenge us to look from different angles and at new ways of rethinking restorative practice […]
Living 'til the End: Practices for the End of Life Living gracefully in one’s body is possible at every stage of life and yoga prepares us well to be present with those who are in the final stages. In this practice session, we’ll share simple mind-body practices, based on the principles of yoga, that help […]
Pain and The Subtle Body “All I thought about was pain and the absence of pain, I didn’t think about the in-between,” MBS Student. Living in chronic pain is living with an altered mind-body relationship. It can cause fear and hesitation in our students and disconnection from their subtle body. Pain also serves as a […]
The MBS community is ripe with experience and wisdom. It’s time to listen and share. Join this interactive, community conversation to hear stories (or share one) that express the wisdom gained along the road less traveled, that is, the road of living with a disability. This session includes an intentional yoga practice that aims to honor all […]
Ask Us Anything Join Bethany and Amy as they take on your most challenging questions, muddle through existential crises, and generally round out our year of exploring all things adaptive yoga! We may revisit lingering questions, take a gander at new ones, or anything in between as we celebrate this community and the opportunity to […]
Formerly Online Advanced Studies, this workshop builds on learning acquired in our Intro Series workshops. Come back for more interactive learning with Matthew as you revisit concepts such as being an effective yoga teacher, learning how to translate mind-body principles in online classes, and refining poses without physical reference. Day 2 takes you deeply into […]
Mondays This class is for individuals living with mobility disabilities such as partial or total paralysis, amputation, spinal cord injury, severe arthritis, muscular dystrophy, multiple sclerosis, brain injury, spina bifida and cerebral palsy. Adaptive class participants must be able to follow simple instructions. We welcome students who do and do not use a wheelchair. These […]