BOSTON–Whether you are a yoga expert or still at a contemplation stage of trying out the ancient practice of yoga, June brings diverse opportunities for you in the Boston area.
Yoga is an art and science that originated in ancient India and now has reached from shore to shore and door to door. Yoga’s popularity has tremendously grown in last few decades, mostly because of its therapeutic effects on our body and mind.
According to Jay Gupta, president of RxRelax and YogaCaps, Inc., published clinical data suggests that yoga has potential to help over 100 disease conditions. “No modern medicine can claim, at least for now, to elicit this kind of evidence-based benefit. If you are curious to learn more, you are welcome to attend one or all of the following events,” adds Mr. Gupta.
United Nations proclaimed 21st June as the International Day of Yoga (IDY) in December 2014. Since then, yoga enthusiasts in New England have been celebrating IDY every year with lot of excitement to invigorate their own practice. This year, events are spread out throughout the month. Here is a list of events planned so far. Please plan to arrive at least 15 minutes before the start of each program, so you secure your favorite spot and are ready to go deeper into the practices.
Saturday, June 8, 2024: Integrating Raja Yoga and Hatha Yoga Practices
What to expect: Experience Raja Yoga meditation with evidence-based Seated Therapeutic Yoga.
What to bring: An open mind and a friend. Yoga mat optional.
Cost: Free
Offered by: The Brahma Kumaris
Location: 75 Common Street, Watertown, MA 02472
Hours: 10:30 am to 12:30 pm Registration/RSVP: https://tockify.com/brahmakumaris/detail/297/1717857000000
Saturday, June 15, 2024: Yoga Celebration
What to expect: Micro and dynamic yoga, surya namaskar, pranayam, relaxation, laughter, dance, refreshments and more…
What to bring: Yoga mat and water bottle encouraged.
Cost: Free
Offered by: Nataraja Yoga Center
Location: Satsang Center, 1 Pleasant Street, Woburn, MA 01801
Hours: 8 am to 11 am RSVP and more information: natarajayogacenter@gmail.com; Sudhir Parikh 603-661-7101
Friday, June 21, 2024: Mata ka Jagrata – Calling out for Divine Mother
What to expect: Experience Bhakti Yoga (devotion) with singing, dancing and feast.
What to bring: An open heart, family, friends and appetite for Indian vegetarian meal.
Cost: Free
Offered by: Sri Durga Temple group
Location: Shivalaya Temple, 407R Mystic Avenue, Medford, MA 02155
Hours: 7 pm to 10 pm
RSVP: Open event
Saturday, June 22, 2024: Integrating Raja Yoga and Hatha Yoga Practices
What to expect: Experience Raja Yoga meditation with hatha yoga practices.
What to bring: Yoga mat and water bottle encouraged.
Cost: Free
Offered by: The Brahma Kumaris
Location: 75 Common Street, Watertown, MA 02472
Hours: 10:30 am to 12:30 pm Registration/RSVP: https://tockify.com/brahmakumaris/detail/297/1717857000000
Saturday, June 22, 2024: Rath Yatra (Festival of Chariots)
What to expect: Experience Bhakti Yoga (devotion) with singing, dancing, feast and more…
What to bring: An open heart, family, friends and appetite for a vegetarian meal.
Cost: Free
Offered by: ISKCON Boston
Location: Boston Common, 139 Tremont Street, Boston, MA 02111
Hours: 11 am to 5 pm Registration: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/festival-of-chariots-rath-yatra-boston-tickets-910434442927 More information: https://iskconboston.org/
Sunday, June 23, 2024: Immersive Yoga Experience
What to expect: Micro yoga, hatha yoga, surya namaskar, pranayam, yoga nidra, heartfulness meditation, cultural performances and refreshments.
What to bring: Yoga mat and water bottle encouraged.
Cost: Free
Offered by: Milan Cultural Association, Inc.
Location: NESSP, 99 Shirdi Way, Groton, MA 01450
Hours: 11 am to 2 pm Registration: https://bit.ly/Milanyoga
Saturday, June 29, 2024: Bhakti Yoga Retreat
What to expect: Experience Bhakti Yoga (devotion) with singing, dancing, feast and more…
What to bring: An open heart, family, friends and a vegetarian dish (potluck).
Cost: Free
Offered by: Braj Mandir
Location: 711 S Franklin Street, Holbrook, MA 02343
Hours: 9 am to 9 pm RSVP: https://www.facebook.com/events/1132791604408208/
More information: 781-767-0990
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