with Colleen Duggan, ERYT 500 and Paul David Shea, Qigong teacher and Somatic Therapist

Join us for a test run of our latest offering - QiYoga. (Qigong and Yoga integration practice).

QiYoga blends the stability of yoga asana, the fluid movement of Qigong and the meditative practices of both of these ancient traditions. Explore ways to improve your overall health and wellness through body, mind and breath awareness.

This class is donation based at your discretion - cash or Venmo at the studio. Please sign up through the link below!

Rest and Reset with Colleen Duggan and Paul David Shea

Rest and Reset with restorative Yoga, Breathwork and Embodied Touch

Relax into the present moment and discover the peace that lives there. In this workshop you will -

• Deeply rest and reset your nervous system with super gentle, restorative yoga poses

• Explore breathing techniques and guided meditation that support your body’s ability to let go of unwanted stress and anxiety.

• Experience energetic, embodied touch to support you (optional)

$55 investment

See Colleen’s bio here

See Paul’s bio here

Join Yoga Teacher, Jessica Mulholland and Reiki Master Teacher and Vibrational Sound Therapist, Lauren Anthony for deep rest and healing.

Vibrational Sound Healing is a singing bowl based sound relaxation healing modality. Various sized bowls tuned to different  frequencies are placed on the body, inviting you to slip into a deep state of relaxation with each strike.

The bowls are moved in a structured sequence over the physical body, offering a vibrational massage,bringing clearing, balance and a deep meditative state to  physical and energetic fields. 

As sound healing takes place, Jessica will gently guide you into restorative yoga postures. In Restorative yoga, supportive props are used help the body deeply relax and release layers of subconscious tension.

This practice will leave you feeling relaxed, rejuvenated and nutured.

$45 investment

with Valerie Lauro, ERYT 500, Ayurvedic Chef

Ayurveda is often described as the sister science of Yoga. An ancient Indian system for maintaining health and balance in the body and in life, the principles of Ayurveda are as relevant today as they were thousands of years ago. In this 2 day workshop, we will explore -

• Ayurvedic Definition of Health

• The Elements according to Ayurveda and how they effect your wellbeing

• The Doshas - discover your unique Ayurvedic constitution

• Factors that effect heath and wellbeing

• Why Balance is Important

• The Two Laws of Ayurveda

• Signs of Imbalance and strategies to balance

Held on Saturday 3/16 from 1 - 5pm and Sunday 3/17 from 10:30 to 4pm.

Saturday, March 16, 10:30am - 12pm

Breath Work for Health and Wellness.

Join Colleen Duggan- Cuomo ERYT 500, for a look at how your breath can impact you're total wellbeing. For thousands of years, yoga practitioners have been using breath work (pranayama) as a way to develop and maintain wellness for body, mind and spirit.

Mindfully controlling breathing patterns is a powerful way to activate, control and direct Prana (life force energy). There are many, many forms of pranayama. Each has a specific aim - it can focus the mind, calm the nervous system, energize the body and so much more.

This workshop is appropriate for beginners as well as for those looking for a deeper understanding of the fundamentals of pranayama.

$35 investment

with Paul David Shea

In this workshop, we will be exploring the many ways that we can embody meditation and how to bring mindfulness into our daily lives. We will include introductions to -

• Zazen (just sitting)

• Kinhin (walking) Mindfulness,

• Moving meditation (QiGong)

• Somatic mindfulness

• Sound meditation

• Writing as meditation

• Candle gazing (Trataka Meditation)

We hope to help you find an avenue to mindfulness that resonates with you personally so that you might begin to explore more deeply.

THIS WORKSHOP IS REGISTERED WITH THE YOGA ALLIANCE FOR 5 HOURS OF CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDIT.

A ONE HOUR LUNCH BREAK IS BUILT INTO THE DAY

$115 investment

This workshop is day two of our “introduction to meditation and mindfulness” weekend. Come to one or both days. Save $$ when you sign up for both.

with Colleen Duggan - Cuomo, ERYT 500

Mantra meditation is a traditional yogic meditation practice that uses vocalized and internalized sacred sound as a means to bringing the mind to one pointed focus. A mind that’s free from distraction can then rest and find peace. A still mind is also that gateway to higher intuition, inspiration, problem solving and Divine connection. In this workshop, we will explore…

• traditional yogic mantras

• how to choose a mantra

• bringing mantra into your yoga practice and your life

• japa meditation (repetition of mantra)

• different types of malas and how to choose one

• how to use a mala for meditation

  
  

• RECEIVE A TRADITIONAL MALA WITH ENROLLMENT

THIS WORKSHOP IS REGISTERED WITH THE YOGA ALLIANCE FOR 5 HOURS OF CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDIT.

A ONE HOUR LUNCH BREAK IS BUILT INTO THE DAY

Investment - $135

This workshop is day one of our “introduction to meditation and mindfulness” weekend. Come to one or both days. Save $$ when you sign up for both.

with Colleen Duggan-Cuomo, ERYT 500, YACEP

Yoga’s Ethical Guide to Living – the Yamas and Niyamas

For anyone who want to learn more about yoga on and off the mat.

Yoga Teachers recieve 3.5 credit hours from the Yoga Alliance.

According to the Yoga Sutras of Patañjali, there are 10 tenets that we humans should aspire to in order to lead our most fulfilled lives.  The Yamas and the Niyamas are the first and second “limbs” of the Yoga Sutras eightfold path and, according to Patanjali, should be studied as a practice of yoga.

In this workshop we’ll take a closer look at the Yamas and Niyamas from a historical view as well as through the lens of a modern-day yoga practitioner.   Learn to weave these ancient practices into your yoga practice and your life.

• Lecture/discussion

• Journaling

• On the mat practice

 $65 investment or $80 in combination with morning workshop

with Colleen Duggan-Cuomo, ERYT 500, YACEP

For anyone seeking to learn more about yoga on and off the mat.

Yoga teachers - recieve 1.5 credit hours from the Yoga Alliance

The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali is one of the most widely referenced texts on the subject of Yoga. It can be seen as a practice guidebook for life. Written over 2000 years ago, it’s wisdom still holds the key to living life with purpose.

Through lecture, discussion and journaling prompts we’ll get an overview of the structure of the sutras and major themes presented, including an overview of “Ashtanga Yoga” - the eight limbs that together comprise the practice of yoga.

This workshop is as a brief overview, intended to peak curiosity and inquiry about the roots of yoga

$35 investment, $80 for both morning and afternoon workshops

with Colleen Duggan and Paul David Shea

What’s waiting for you in 2024? Start the New Year grounded and clear on what is truly important.

Horses have a special energy that helps we humans to connect more fully to what is important to us as individuals and collectively. What do you want to grow and nurture? What do you want to let go of?

Spending time with the herd at Stable Ground Wellness can help us answer these questions.

We’d love for you to join us!

** although this event is partially outdoors, we have a cozy space for plenty of breaks, discussion and warming up!

Space is VERY limited! Join now to reserve your spot!

$65 investment

with Tim Griffin, ERYT, CPT

Our lifestyle is such that we spend much of our time hunched forward over any number of things: phone, computer, desk, counter top, steering wheel etc. We simply don’t spend enough time in a healthy upright posture. This can lead to chronic imbalances in the upper back, shoulders, and neck.
This workshop will focus on the postures and movements that work towards relieving this kind of imbalance and the pain or discomfort it may be causing.

What you’ll learn:

•The context for upper back pain in us humans
•Exercises and poses/stretches used to help reduce discomfort
•Exercises and poses/stretches aimed at improving the strength of the upper back, shoulders, and neck

This workshop uses gentle to moderate movement so is appropriate for all levels of experience. It will conclude with a guided meditation for relaxation and the release of tension.

Tim has worked in the health and wellness space for over 12 years now as a yoga teacher and fitness coach. He is a registered, experienced yoga teacher, a certified health coach, and a certified personal trainer. He has also been managing his own back pain for 30 years now.
**This workshop is intended for those with a history of mild to moderate back discomfort, as well as for those interested in maintaining back health. If you are experiencing acute pain, please consult your physician.

$35 investment

Join Yoga Teacher, Jessica Mulholland and Reiki Master Teacher and Vibrational Sound Therapist, Lauren Anthony for deep rest and healing. The full moon in Gemini will add a spark of magic and intention to the practice.

Vibrational Sound Healing is a singing bowl based sound relaxation healing modality. Various sized bowls tuned to different  frequencies are placed on the body, inviting you to slip into a deep state of relaxation with each strike.

The bowls are moved in a structured sequence over the physical body, offering a vibrational massage,bringing clearing, balance and a deep meditative state to  physical and energetic fields. 

As sound healing takes place, Jessica will gently guide you into restorative yoga postures. In Restorative yoga, supportive props are used help the body deeply relax and release layers of subconscious tension.

This practice will leave you feeling relaxed, rejuvenated and nutured.

$45 investment

Tarot on the Farm with Mora from Tender Heart Tarot

Join us for a cozy afternoon on the farm to learn everything you need to establish your own card reading practice. We will cover the essentials of using cards to connect to your intuition, as well as deepen your understanding of how to interpret the symbolic language of any deck. Together, we’ll also explore incorporating cards into ritual to support your spiritual practice, such as using spreads, journaling prompts, meditations and more!

You will leave class with the ability to confidently weave card reading into your daily life. This workshop will be three hours with plenty of time for tea breaks and pony snuggles.

$65 Class fee includes a printed guidebook created and written by Mora.

Tarot September Gathering with Mora Juliana and Julie Rose -

Join us on Friday September 15th at 6:30pm for our September Tarot circle! This is a gathering for Tarot readers of all levels, whether you are simply curious about Tarot or are a seasoned practitioner. The intention for this circle is to cultivate a collaborative, community oriented space to support each other in building our Tarot practice. Our evening will feature opportunities to learn about and practice interpreting cards, using spreads, and reading for yourself and others.

Light snacks and water will be provided. Please bring a pen and something to write on as well as your tarot deck. If you don’t have your own you are welcome to use one of ours!

$20 investment to join

Tuesday Evenings, September 5, 12 and 19

Experience the joys of yoga in a bigger body positive environment

 Stepping into a yoga studio can feel intimidating!

Social media would have us believe that women who do yoga must be a certain size and have superhuman abilities to mold themselves into pretzely shapes. 

This is absolutely not true.  The practice of yoga, in some form, is for every body! 

Join us for this 3-week series designed to help women with bigger bodies feel comfortable and confident as we learn the foundations of a true yoga practice.  We will focus not only on asana (postures), but also on breathing and meditative practices to calm and recalibrate the nervous system. 

Taught by Breathing Lotus Lead teacher, Colleen Duggan. Colleen has over a decade of experience teaching yoga to all types of bodies.

With Colleen Duggan and Valerie Lauro

Join us for all levels yoga, intention setting and full moon ritual at Stable Ground Wellness, Duxbury. Expect an all sensory experience, on the lawn, under the old apple tree with horses and goats in the near by paddocks. After practice we invite you to stay for “moon nectar” and community.

$25 investment

with Tim Griffin, CPT

Join us for some farm-flavored fitness. We are going to push, pull, and throw some stuff all in the name of fun and healthy living.

Getting strong does not have to be boring!

The session will end with a short yoga/mobility cool down and a bit of hanging out to say hi to the four-legged and winged friends on the farm.

After this event, you will leave with some simple equipment you can use at home for your fitness adventures.

Here's the format :

45-minute strength and conditioning session

15-minute yoga/mobility cool down

Hang out a bit before you go about your day

Post-event you will receive a PDF with the workout sequence we did so you can repeat it at home with your friends.

Tarot Spring Gathering with Mora Juliana and Julie Rose -

Join us on June 16 at 6:30pm for our first summer Tarot circle! This is a gathering for Tarot readers of all levels, whether you are simply curious about Tarot or are a seasoned practitioner. The intention for this circle is to cultivate a collaborative, community oriented space to support each other in building our Tarot practice. Our evening will feature opportunities to learn about and practice interpreting cards, using spreads, and reading for yourself and others. This month we will be diving into the wands suit and other cards associated with summer.

Light snacks and water will be provided. Please bring a pen and something to write on as well as your tarot deck. If you don’t have your own you are welcome to use one of ours!

Sliding scale donation to join

Tuesday evenings, 6 - 7:30pm, May 16, 23, 30 and June 6

Jessica Mulholland, RYT and Lauren Anthony, Reiki master, invite you to “lean in” - come a little closer, listen, learn and remember the healing energy within you.

In this beautiful, nurturing practice, Jess and Lauren will guide you through an exploration of your chakra system.

• Learn about the chakra system and the different functions of each chakra

• restore, balance and clear each of these powerful energy vortex within your body

• receive hands on Reiki healing

• feel the vibrational healing of Tibetan sound bowls

• experience extended Savasana for deep healing

Each week will be focused on a specific chakra; Jess will guide you through restorative yoga poses while holding the intention of bringing your innate energy back to you. As you move through restorative yoga to nourish your body, Lauren will play Tibetan sound bowls, offer hands on Reiki healing energy, and utilize crystal healing specific to each chakra.

Jess and Lauren work together to guide you through a beautiful meditative state of grounding, healing, and releasing.

These healing sessions are guided by Life Force Energy and work through our heart space to share and guide you through a most incredible experience.

You will feel refreshed and restored, likely craving for more. You will be gifted a crystal to take home each time!

Please come join us on this healing adventure… You will be so glad you did!!

Investment - $45 per session or $150 for the series

Tuesday Evenings, April 4, 11, 18 and 25 6 - 7:30pm

THIS CLASS SERIES INCLUDES UNLIMITED CLASSES AT BREATHING LOTUS THROUGHOUT THE MONTH OF APRIL***

Jumpstart your wellness and vitality with Colleen Duggan-Cuomo, in this 4 week IN PERSON class series that focuses on a unique needs of women entering midlife and beyond.

Learn yoga life skills and practices to strengthening and revitalizing the body, mind and spirit.

Included with this offer -

• UNLIMITED CLASSES AT BREATHING LOTUS FOR THE MONTH OF APRIL

• Once a week LIVE IN STUDIO group class for group members only

• 1/2 off one private mentoring session (optional)

How the program is structured -

We will meet every Tuesday evening for a 1 hour yoga practice specifically designed to meet the needs of midlife women. Expect these practices to be strength building, inspiring and compassionately challenging. (yes, I put those two words together, lol) After our physical practice, you are invited to stay for pertinent discussion, coaching and Q and A,

You will be encourage to come to class at least one additional time per week but may come as many times as you’d like.

***if you already own a Breathing Lotus class pass, we will put it on hold for you until May 1

your wellness investment -

I believe in making the practice of yoga accessible to everyone. WIth this spirit, I’m offering this course in a tiered price scale - pay what you can comfortably afford. Follow the link for details.

Rest and Reset with Colleen Duggan and Paul David Shea

Rest and Reset with restorative Yoga, Breathwork and Embodied Touch

Relax into the present moment and discover the peace that lives there. In this workshop you will -

• Deeply rest and reset your nervous system with super gentle, restorative yoga poses

• Explore breathing techniques and guided meditation that support your body’s ability to let go of unwanted stress and anxiety.

• Experience energetic, embodied touch to support you (optional)

$55 investment

See Colleen’s bio here

See Paul’s bio here

Experience a shamanic journey with Maria da Silva.

A Shamanic Journey is a deep way to connect with your wise shaman within, to gather wisdom, and guidance at the deepest level of Source - A potentially transformative experience!

Maria is a certified shaman trained by Alberto Villoldo and The Four Winds in Park City, Utah and Kripalu.

Investment $45

Held at Stable Ground Wellness, 221 Old Cordwood Path, Duxbury

Cozy up near the fire and have some hot tea as we reflect on the lessons that horses and nature offer us.  Nourish your senses with an early winter meditative stroll through the wood.  Journal on your insights with the help of guided prompts.

What to expect -

• Learn the unique way horses communicate with us and one another

• Horse history, myths and legends

• journaling/reflection on our role in the natural world

• guided meditation

• guided mindfulness walk

Please come prepared for the weather. Wear comfortable layers. We will provide hot beverages, a cozy place to sit and outdoor heaters. Bring a journal and pen.

Investment $50

more about us -

Elizabeth Belcher, MSW, LicSW , Colleen Duggan-Cuomo, ERYT - 500, Paul David Shea, RSMT,

It’s common knowledge that the winter solstice marks the first day of the winter season. It is the day of the year with the least amount of sunlight. Each day after thereafter grows longer until sunlight peaks during the summer solstice the following June. The Winter Solstice is celebrated as sacred in many traditions. It is a day of hope and joy celebrating “the birth the sun” and it’s celestial promise for brighter days ahead.

Join Colleen Duggan, ERYT 500 and Tim Griffin, ERYT, MA for a practice which honors Solstice and the ancient Celtic celebration of Yule (a predecessor to Christmas) This slow, all levels flow will be supported by the healing rhythms and sound of live handpan, frame drum and kartal.

ALL LEVELS WELCOME

ABOUT THE TEACHERS-

Colleen is an advanced certified yoga and meditation teacher and continuing education provider. She is a founding parter at Breathing Lotus Living Arts.

In addition to Tim’s yoga and fitness certifications, he holds a Master’s degree in Ethnomusicology with a focus on percussion in healing rituals.

$25 investment, reserve your spot now!

Join Breathing Lotus Yoga School lead teachers, Valerie Lauro and Colleen Duggan-Cuomo as we honor the moon in all of her phases with Chandra Namaskar, Moon Salutation.

In most yoga classes, the fiery, strong energy of Surya Namaskar (Sun Salute), is our practiced. Chandra Namaskar asks us to slow down and move in a way the honors the feminine energy that resides in us all. We will look at traditions associated with the moon and end practice with a meditation to further our moon lit evening.

$35 investment

follow the link below to our online booking site - Select Tues Oct 19 from the drop down screen.