Sunday May 19th, 2024. 11:30 am - 2:30 pm. $49. Join Dr. Aparna Bapat as she delights us with her delicious Ayurvedic kitchen creations. In Ayurveda, good digestion is the cornerstone of good health. We will learn the principles of Ayurvedic food and cooking by listening, watching her cook and then tasting each dish. Dr. Bapat will explain the importance of the 6 tastes (sweet, salty, pungent, bitter, sour and astringent) and we will discover the healing power of herbs and spices which can be used as medicine. The dishes may include these or other dishes: Multigrain Pancakes, Chutney, Lassi (yogurt drink), Quinoa or Mung Bean Dal Kitchari, Fresh Colorful Salad and Dessert! Class led by Dr. Aparna Bapat, a highly accomplished Ayurveda Practitioner, Educator and Entrepreneur who has been working in the USA for 23 years. She was on NAMA Board for 9 years and is currently the President of AAF (Ayurveda Association of Florida) and is a founding member and Secretary/Treasurer of AAAP (American Association of Ayurvedic Professionals). Dr. Bapat has been actively involved in Ayurveda education and is on the faculty of several Ayurveda colleges. With a strong foundation in spirituality, Dr. Bapat has healed thousands of people with her expertise in Pulse reading, herbal formulations, PanchaKarma, nutrition/cooking,and lifestyle guidance using Ayurveda and Yoga principles. Dr. Bapat lives and practices in Citrus Hills, Florida.

Sunday June 2nd, 2024. 5:00-6:15 pm. $25. Join us for a beautiful yoga evening of rejuvenation. Class led by Yoga Haven teacher MaryJo Casey with Terri Kowalski playing the bowls. Learn more about Terri Kowalski: As a massage therapist I was always drawn to a class by Johnathan Goldman about sound. My journey in sound began there while witnessing the power of sound through voice, singing bowls and tuning forks. It took me on a journey with various teachers discovering my voice, crystal singing bowls and Tibetan singing bowls. My joy is sharing what I have learned and experienced with others who are curious.

Sunday June 9, 2024. 1:00 - 3:00 pm. $25. Immerse yourself in the ancient art of herbal tea blending, where each ingredient tells its own story of tranquility and balance. Through gentle guidance and mindful presence, Prima B will lead you on a journey of discovery, as you learn to blend herbs with intention and grace. Treat yourself to this sacred space, where the art of tea and the practice of meditation unite, creating harmony within and without. After crafting your unique blend, participants will have the opportunity to savor their freshly brewed tea, indulging in its aromatic essence. Additionally, each participant will take home their own hand-blended herbal tea, a cherished memento of their journey into tranquility and self-discovery. Class led by Yoga Haven teacher Prima B.

Saturday June 22, 2024. 5:00 - 8:00 pm. FREE Bring the whole family and all your friends. We start with a FREE gentle HATHA yoga class followed by a potluck supper (bring a dish to share). HATHA literally means Sun (Ha) and Moon (tha). We will honor both as we celebrate the longest day of the year as marked by the summer solstice (officially on June 20th), then bask in the glow of the "Strawberry" Moon (which will be full on June 21st). Free door prizes will be raffled off and there is a possibility of spontaneous musical entertainment! All are welcome, no yoga experience needed!

Sunday July 14th, 2024. 3:00 – 4:15 pm. $20. Ever wonder why you just can’t get comfortable in certain Yoga poses? Find out why as we explore how to find the best physical alignment for your unique body. Then your practice will naturally deepen and your attunement with Divine Energy will increase. The word Yoga means union and the overarching goal of Yoga is union with Divine Energy. Straining or having difficulty with the physical aspect of Yoga is a distraction from your connection with this Divine Energy. Join us for a Yoga class in which you will deepen your physical practice through improved alignment of your bones and joints. We will focus on 14 specific poses found in many Yoga classes. This leads to a safer practice in which you can grow beyond your current abilities while lowering the risk of injury. Even more importantly, once you are more stable and centered in your physical practice, your connection with Divine Energy will gradually open and lead to a deeper sense of blissful union - Yoga! Class led by Kathryn.