Yoga

Yoga is good for the body and the mind.  Several yoga studios offer FREE YOGA classes.  Often, the first class is free, so you can determine if the studio is the right fit for you.  Check out your local studio to find out.

Also, there are several studios that offer free classes weekly or for a small donation for whatever you can afford.  These classes are often crowded, so arrive early, roll out your mat, and breathe.  

For those of you who would like to try yoga, but don't own a mat, that's ok.  Every studio I've been to has a small (or large) stack of mats you can use for the hour.  Most will ask for you to spray and wipe down your mat when you finish.  Keep it clean, kiddos.

Namaste Yoga in Royal Oak offers a donation class on Saturday afternoons at 1:30pm (check schedule to determine which Saturdays) and the first class is free.

EveryDay Yoga in Clawson offers $5 Thursday class, and has the philosophy that you will donate what you can or pay the suggested normal package.  "Donation classes are shaped to honor the sacred art of giving so that yoga can be affordable to all.  We believe in the law of Karma: give to receive."

Yoga Buffs is a Meetup Group that offers a FREE yoga class on Thursday afternoons at Irene's Myomassology Institute.  Join their Meetup group to get the time and location. 

If you would rather do yoga in the privacy of your own home, check out a video or two from your local library for free.  Or there are many websites with free yoga workouts that offer a variety of levels.  

Namaste. 

Hips Don't Lie! Belly Dancing Class with Lana Mini

Photo by Ron Warren Photography

Everyday Yoga in Clawson is hosting Lana Mini's belly dancing class "Hips Don't Lie" this Saturday (National Dance Day), July 30, 2011 from 5:00-6:30.  It is suggested you call ahead to make a reservation.   
Everyday Yoga 248-825-3390
42 East 14 Mile Rd (enter in back near parking lot)
http://www.everydayyogastudio.com/


Price: Donation 

Free Yoga, Tai Chi, and Canine Club at Detroit Riverfront

Well, it's been about 40 years since the Detroit Renaissance Center went up and finally in the past couple years, the Detroit Riverfront is looking good and attracting people to come on downtown and walk, run, and enjoy!

I just found out about a few things that are starting back up for the summer at the Detroit Riverfront.  Check them out! They all start at Rivard Plaza 1340 Atwater (map).

Canine Club on Sunday mornings from 10:30-11:30 am.  Meet at  Rivard Plaza.  Get there a little bit beforehand to find free parking on Sunday behind Rivard Plaza.  Sponsored by Canine to Five Detroit Day Care in the Cass Corridor/Midtown area.

Free Gentle Yoga in Rivard Plaza  Sponsored by the Urban Wellness Group.  Fridays at 10 am from June 3, 2011- August 26, 2011.  Bring your mat and water bottle.


Free Tai Chi in Rivard Plaza  Sponsored by the Urban Wellness Group.  Wednesdays at noon from June 8, 2011- August 24, 2011.  Bring your mat and water bottle.

River Walkers 2011 is a walking club for walkers 60 & over.  Meet at Rivard Plaza Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9-11am in June, July, and August.


WGPR 107.5 River Walk Thursdays from 5:30-7:30 pm June 9-August 25, 2011.  There will be free fitness classes led by personal trainers.  Bring a water bottle!

Thank you to Bobbie Crawford for sharing so many cool Detroit activities on her Venus di Metro update for JUNE.