Join the Alano Club and PUSH Movement at The Recovery Gym in SE Portland the first Saturday of each month for a free sound bath led by Anahata Beatspeaker!
In person, The Recovery Gym (931 SE 6th Ave)
Contact: Kirsten Marsh or reach out to the church office, [email protected] Then, starting Thursday, September 24th - November 19th, we will be meeting in the sanctuary from 7 to 8pm. If you need the code to enter the building from the parking lot at the brown awning door, send Kirsten or Ann a text or email and we will share that with you. After November 19th, we will pause for Thanksgiving and Advent, resuming in January.
A grounding and joyful yoga class for families looking to reconnect through mindful movement. Together, you'll explore partner poses, gentle flows, breath practices, and relaxation tools that support nervous system regulation and strengthen the parent-child bond. All levels welcome.
Full Moon Rise + Release with Katie Zink Join us for a special monthly gathering to honor the energy of the full moon, a time for reflection, release, and renewal. Each month, we come together in community to move, breathe, and reconnect, guided by the unique qualities of the current full moon sign. Sign Up Friday, November 20, 2026 7:00 PM - 8:15 PM Drop-in: $25 *Included with Dear Yoga Monthly Membership, class packs and intro offers! View Full Detail Join us for a special monthly gathering to honor the energy of the full moon, a time for reflection, release, and renewal. Each month, we come together in community to move, breathe, and reconnect, guided by the unique qualities of the current full moon sign. This experience weaves together an intentional yoga flow, moments of free and intuitive movement, and guided journaling to help you process, let go, and realign. Ending with mantra and gentle harmonium, allowing sound and vibration to support your practice and deepen your connection inward. You’ll be invited to explore what is rising to the surface, release what no longer serves, and create space for clarity and intention moving forward. Each session is inspired by the energy of the full moon’s astrological sign, offering a slightly different tone and focus each month, while always returning to a grounding, supportive container for self-inquiry and expression. Come as you are. Move, reflect, and release. Leave feeling lighter, clearer, and more connected, to yourself and to the rhythm of the season.
Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Nonalcoholics may attend open meetings as observers. https://www.pdxaa.org/meetings/sellwood-meditation/
Embodied Insight: Psychology & Yogic Philosophy in Practice with Giovanna Cafaro A monthly 2 hour offering blending yogic philosophy, mental health psychology, and movement through an experiential practice centered around a new theme each month. November Theme : Compassion: Meeting yourself with kindness Sign Up Sunday, November 22, 2026 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM Sliding Scale: $15-$40 View Full Detail This 2 hour offering integrates yogic philosophy and mental health psychology into a grounded, experiential practice. Each session begins with a short talk and/ or journal prompts exploring themes each month related to self-understanding, relationships, and the human experience, followed by guided movement to embody these ideas, and closes with space for reflection and integration. The intention is to support insight, connection, and a more compassionate relationship with yourself. What to Expect Each session follows a consistent arc while exploring a new monthly theme: Opening grounding practice A short dharma talk integrating principles of psychology and yogic philosophy Optional journal prompts with guided discussion and reflection An intentional movement practice designed to embody the theme Breathwork and/or meditation Time for integration and closing reflection The emphasis is on creating an experience that is both intellectually engaging and personally meaningful, offering participants the opportunity to connect insight with embodied practice. Key Takeaways Participants will leave with: A deeper understanding of themselves through both psychological and yogic perspectives. Practical and applicable takeaways to integrate into daily living. Embodied practices that support nervous system regulation, resilience, and self-compassion. Reflection prompts and themes to continue exploring beyond class. A greater sense of connection to themselves and to a supportive community of practice. No prior experience with yoga philosophy or psychology is necessary. Instructor Giovanna (she/her) believes yoga is an invitation to connect to self by embodying curiosity, compassion, and presence. She views yoga practice as a lifelong exploration of what it means to be human: navigating change, embracing uncertainty, finding meaning, and cultivating a more authentic relationship to ourselves, others, and the world around us. She first discovered yoga in 2010 while living in New York City. Yoga became a space that offered a sense of grounding amidst the constant movement of city life. After moving to Portland in 2016, yoga became an anchor through transition and a pathway to community. Over the years, her practice has expanded beyond asana into meditation, breathwork, philosophy, mantra, and self-inquiry. Embodying yogic practice in this way continues to shape both her life and the way she shares yoga with others. Giovanna has completed a 300-hour trauma-informed yoga teacher training and is currently earning her master’s degree in clinical Mental Health Counseling. Her guiding is deeply influenced by both yogic philosophy and existential psychology, and she loves exploring the places where these traditions naturally intersect. Each class is thoughtfully woven around a theme inspired by yoga philosophy, anatomy, and the shared human experience. You can expect authenticity, intentional movement, moments of reflection, a thoughtful soundtrack, humor, and an open heart from Giovanna. Her hope is that students leave class feeling a little more grounded, a little more connected, and with a deeper trust in their own inner wisdom. She is grateful to all her teachers and guides: Audra Carmine, Manorama, Christina Sell, Nancy Nomellini, and Chauna Bryant for all their incredible and deep wisdom. What to bring Comfortable clothing for movement Yoga mat Journal and pen (optional but encouraged) Water An open and curious heart and mind
A restful, yet engaging practice of sinking into long-hold, restorative poses that focus on opening the ligaments and joints. Yin Yoga is a slower-paced, more meditative version of the physical and spiritual discipline of yoga. This class is great for decompressing into mindfulness.