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Align with Grace Yoga offers classes, retreats, specialty classes, trainings and workshops, suitable for all. Join me in person and online! Please join me for my bliss-filled 90 minute signature workshop, Enlightened Rest . This class combines the power of YinYoga and Parayoga® Nidra* for a deep restorative experience! This is suitable for all levels, beginner or advanced. Upcoming Dates: Sept 11, Oct. 9, Nov. 13 & Dec 11 Time: 4–5:30pm *Parayoga® Nidra is a masterful approach to the
ancient practice of Yogic Sleep, ‘Yoga Nidra’. Visit: www.alignwithgrace.com Register for Enlightened Rest : www.blueheronwellness.com under workshops .
Claudia Neuman, MSW, ERYT-500, YACEP Certified Parayoga® Instructor Certified Parayoga® Nidra Instructor Creator of Align with Grace Yoga
Special Series: Dissolving the Kleshas (Afflictions) This is a special series that will explore practices of Self Inquiry to facilitate a strong and purifiedmental outlook on life. These 90 minute class sessions meet virtually every Friday morning from 9:45–11:15am. If you cannot make the session time, the class is recorded and can be purchased. Visit: www.alignwithgrace.com Register: www.baltimoreyogavillage.com/claudia-neuman
The Amazon is one of the most biodiverse places on earth, with over 3 million species living in the rain- forest. Photo 179525876 / Amazon Rainforest © Mariusz Prusaczyk | Dreamstime.com
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