Let's practice open air Yoga/meditation/breathwork, together, on San Bruno Mtn. (native Ohlone Indian name, Siplichiquin), on sites and shellmounds inhabited over 6,000 years ago. Learn to appreciate the native species, while breathing air fresh off the Pacific Ocean. This is a group practice; I will lead in the absence of a teacher. Kundalini Yoga teachers (certified) will make frequent guest appearances. This group is tailored to the desires of older practitioners, beginners, and spiritual …

This is a group for local moms interested in both yoga and creating a support system. Moms can be prenatal moms-to-be, mothers of newborns, small children, older children, whatever. We started as a group of women who met through prenatal or kids yoga classes at the Type A Yoga studio and we've started this meetup in order to keep in touch. Membership is free and some events will be free as well, although some events may have a cost associated which will be noted in the Meetup. Although the group …

Throughout the week the SF Free School offers free classes to anyone and everyone who wants to learn, have fun and meet new people. Classes we’ve offered have been in dance, drumming, martial arts, philosophy, dating, meditation, improv, yoga, writing - and many other topics as well. Though the mix of classes and events we hold varies over time, some weeks with many events and others with just a few, much of what we held in the past was out of a yoga and dance studio, and hence, in the past, we’ …

This group is designed to build and unify the community of Ayurvedic practitioners, interns, students & enthusiasts in the San Francisco Bay Area. All those with an interest in Ayurveda living in the San Francisco Bay Area are welcome to join. We have by-donation Ayurveda Sangha meetups about 8-9 times per year which typically feature the timeless teachings of ayurveda, a live vegetarian cooking demo and a community potluck. We also have a variety of special events and workshops offered by some …

We hike in Marin, an outdoor paradise; where every hike may become your new favorite hike. With over 600 miles of trails, it's a hikers dream and local to the San Francisco Bay Area. An informative description of hikes will be posted when scheduled. Many hikes are chosen from "Hiking Marin" by Don and Kathy Martin. "Marin Hiking Meditation" is a hiking group in Marin California that combines hiking with meditation. Some of us have meditated for years, but most of us have little or no experience …

With Laughter Yoga, hilarity brings clarity! Like physical yoga, breath and presence is of the essence. But, in Laughter Yoga our exercises are about movement rather than postures. And, our breath and movement are fueled by laughter! My name is Tommy Westerfield, and I am a Certified Laughter Yoga Instructor. I received my training at the American School of Laughter Yoga in Los Angeles in 2009. What I love about Laughter Yoga is you don't need to be happy, or have a sense of humor, or even have …

About Electro-Bhakti Sangha We get together to dance to electro-bhakti beats, kirtronica, bhangra, devotional, and other positive music to uplift mind/body/soul. Bhakti is all about expanding the heart and consciousness, to become one with universal, unconditional loving-kindness. Etiquette Please arrive on time. The music at the start of our dance is purposefully selected to help get you into the right groove. Begin by tuning-in with yourself and your body first. Stretch, dance to the medit …

This will be an ongoing Monday night Sat Sang beginning Monday, Jan. 14, 7:30 PM, based on the text Tripura Rahasya, The Mystery of the Divine Feminine. This text is a classic of Adwaita Vedanta and a favorite of the great 20th century sage Ramana Maharshi. All are welcome. The teacher, Jim Gilman, was a disciple of Swami Chinmayananda and has taught Vedanta in the SF Bay Area for over 30 years. In keeping with the tradition, class will be on a donation basis.

DHARMA INC is an international community of people expressing lives filled with joy, freedom, and contribution to others. We welcome all and join together in an effort to cultivate natural wisdom in all aspects of living. All our classes are made available on a donation basis. We are a non-profit community center, supported entirely by community contributions. At Dharma INC Oakland, we offer classes and programs to the local community, so that all who see value in this approach to life have an o …

About Mindfulness Exercises: The practice of self regulation, of the autonomic nervous system We teach integrated mind-body mental exercises to trigger a natural parasympathetic response in the autonomic nervous system. This response releases powerful neurochemicals (biochemicals) that regulate the immune system. Regulation of the immune system transforms the human body at the cellular level. This natural transformation affects our view, how we feel, and ultimately our perception of reality, …

Meetup with us to experience more joy, inner peace, calmness and energy in your life. The ancient techniques of yoga and meditation are explained in a practical, easy to understand way that helps both beginners and seasoned meditators go deeply within and experience positive results. Ananda Marin Meditation is open to anyone looking for meditation support, instruction and fellowship. We practice teachings and techniques based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda, http://www.ananda.org/ananda …

We are a group promoting the Pranashakti Reiki Healing Meditation as taught by Guruji Arun Kumar Ji from Infiite Charitable Trust, India. Every Full Moon Night we meet at different locations and do meditation to heal our Universe and Ourselves using this ancient cosmic energy healing based on Pranashakti Mahavidya (The Great Science of Cosmic Healing. We do gentle Yoga and Pranayama and Chakra Balancing as guided by Yoga Master, Reiki Grand Master and Pranashakti Healer and Teacher Manoj Joshi J …

This is for ALL Athletic levels from "out of shape", just beginning , intermediate to advanced.  Just please be sure to make sure to read carefully the description of each event and only RSVP to what degree of athletic ability is required.  It is each individual participants responsibility to ascertain whether or not they are in shape or have the necessary skills for any event they RSVP for. We are a super friendly interesting diverse group of people!  We frequently combine our events with other …

We are a growing group of people dedicated to cultivating a strong spirit and healthy body. We meet every Thursday evening from 7:00-8:00pm at the Harmony Yoga Studio/ Acupressure Institute (1533 Shattuck Ave, in North Berkeley, right across from Andronico’s) to perform the Peaceful Warrior and Meditation Practice. Basic instruction is provided and no previous experience is needed to participate. There is no cost to practice with us. Donations are welcome but not required. What is the Peaceful W …

Hoop dance is all about fun, fitness, and connecting with others. Get your hoop on every Monday night, make new friends, and be part of the East Bay hoop community. Whether you’re an experienced hooper looking to practice (and share) new moves, or a beginning hooper wanting a little help with the basics, this event is for you. You don’t need any experience, or even a hoop to join us! We provide special, non-marking hoops for use inside the yoga studio, and music to get you moving. Hoops also ava …

ABOUT US We, (Kim and Michael), offer classes which teaches you practices to support the transformation and healing of your challenges, whether physical, mental, emotional, interpersonal or spiritual, into insight, compassion and opportunity. All of our groups are focused on teaching you skills that you can then use in your daily life. From time to time we will include classes offered by teachers, or special events, that we have personally experienced and trust. We have been traveling for the …