Workshops and Events

FEBRUARY EVENTS

 

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INSIGHT MEDITATION WORKSHOPS
In-Person & Live-streamed Offerings Guided by Russell Persson
8:00 – 9:30 am on the first Sunday of every month

UPCOMING DATES:
Feb. 2, March 2

Workshop Fee: Suggested donations: $20, $10, $5, $1
Donate here

Email to reserve your spot: info@theyogacenterreno.com. Drop-ins are also welcome.

Join Russell Persson for a 90-minute workshop focusing on mindfulness meditation and present moment awareness. He welcomes anyone new to the practice of meditation as well as experienced practitioners. This workshop is designed to help participants experience the benefits of present moment awareness and cultivate, through guided and silent meditation, loving awareness and the refinement of our innate abilities for concentration and stillness.

The workshop will include:

  • A short series of movements inspired by qigong to bring awareness to the physical body
  • A guided meditation with focus on the breath to cultivate concentration and compassion and to begin to see, with precision, our distractions and addictive thought patterns
  • Questions and discussion on our experience
  • A brief walking meditation
  • And a final silent meditation to end the workshop

 

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REST DEEPLY
Restorative Yoga + Myofascial Release

with Katie Louvat

Saturday, February 15, 10 am – 12 pm
Saturday, March 15, 10 am – 12 pm

TO REGISTER:
email Katie to reserve your spot
$40 (Must pay in advance to reserve your spot. See below for payment options.)

“Practice not-doing, and everything will fall into place.” -Tao Te Ching

Enjoy a quiet, therapeutic, and nourishing morning of restorative yoga and self massage. In a relaxed state, your parasympathetic nervous system becomes dominant and the body is able to heal itself, reversing the physiological, mental, and spiritual effects of chronic stress. During this two-hour practice,  Katie will lead you through a combination of supported postures, myofascial release, breath-work and meditation that will leave you feeling rested and renewed.

Use this practice to:
* decrease insomnia, mental fatigue, and chronic muscle tension
* balance your energy level and increase mental alertness
* improve cardiovascular, digestive, and circulatory health
* alleviate symptoms of depression and anxiety
* strengthen your immune system, support your body’s natural healing process and more

Please bring a personal eye pillow if you own one and dress in layers.

TO REGISTER: Email katie at klouvat@gmail.com to reserve your spot.
(Attendance is limited to 12 participants.)

CLASS FEE: $40

PAYMENT OPTIONS:
(please pay in advance to reserve your spot.)

Venmo: @katie-louvat
Zelle: 775-813-3524, Kathleen Louvat
Check: Make payable to Katie Louvat. Send to: The Yoga Center, 720 Tahoe Street, Suite C, Reno, NV 89509

 

ACU SOUND FEB 2025 INSTA

Acupuncture Sound Bath
Powerful Combination of Two Healing Modalities
Offered at The Yoga Center Reno

with Jen Haddix
Sound Healer, Yoga Teacher, and Spiritual Life Coach

and Dr. Katie Gaffney, OMD, LAc
Licensed Acupuncturist, Herbalist, and Doctor of Oriental Medicine

COST: $50
TO REGISTER: Limited Space:
February 16, 6:00 pm – REGISTER HERE
March 30, 6:00 pm –REGISTER HERE
April 27, 6:30 pm – REGISTER HERE

A sound bath immerses you in deep healing sound vibrations using vocals, gongs, drums, chimes, and 432 hz crystal singing bowl set to facilitate rejuvenation, energetic alignment, and release of energy that no longer serves you.

Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese healing modality that uses tiny needles to stimulate meridians to encourage Qi/energy flow which can ultimately balance all the systems of the body and treat various disease patterns. The points chosen for this class will support overall balance, energy, stress relief, and clarity of mind.

 jen haddix headshotwith Jen Haddix
Sound Healer, Yoga Teacher, and Spiritual Life Coach
Read about Jen on her website www.intuitivejen.com

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and Dr. Katie Gaffney, OMD, LAc
Licensed Acupuncturist, Herbalist, and Doctor of Oriental Medicine
Read about Katie on her website www.gaffneyhealing.com

 

 

 

jen haddix singing

Community Kirtan Chanting at The Yoga Center

Friday, February 21, at 5:30 pm
Friday, March 28, at 5:30 pm
Friday, April 11, at 5:30 pm
Friday, May 30, at 5:30 pm
Friday, June 13, at 5:30pm

COST: By donation

TO REGISTER: email connect@intuitivejen.com and send a donation here: venmo.com/jenhaddix

Join Jen and Mike for an evening of devotional Kirtan chanting! No experience necessary. 

What is Kirtan? Kirtan is the Yoga of Devotion (Bhakti Yoga). Derived from a Sanskrit root meaning to call, recite, praise, or glorify. Put simply, kirtan is the act of praising and glorifying the Divine. (this is not a dogmatic practice, all faiths and beliefs are welcome).

Why Practice Kirtan? Chanting Kirtan is a devotional practice that helps to uplift the mind, open the heart and bring inner peace. It is the fastest, easiest and most joyful way to achieve peace of mind. The mantras are mystical universal sounds that resonate with our chakras and remove negative energies.

All are welcome, and again…no singing experience necessary! Just bring your beautiful self. This is a donation based event, but PLEASE RSVP as space is limited!

MARCH EVENTS

 

winter insight meditation long practice insta

INSIGHT MEDITATION WORKSHOPS
In-Person & Live-streamed Offerings Guided by Russell Persson
8:00 – 9:30 am on the first Sunday of every month

UPCOMING DATES:
March 2, April 6

Workshop Fee: Suggested donations: $20, $10, $5, $1
Donate here

Email to reserve your spot: info@theyogacenterreno.com. Drop-ins are also welcome.

Join Russell Persson for a 90-minute workshop focusing on mindfulness meditation and present moment awareness. He welcomes anyone new to the practice of meditation as well as experienced practitioners. This workshop is designed to help participants experience the benefits of present moment awareness and cultivate, through guided and silent meditation, loving awareness and the refinement of our innate abilities for concentration and stillness.

The workshop will include:

  • A short series of movements inspired by qigong to bring awareness to the physical body
  • A guided meditation with focus on the breath to cultivate concentration and compassion and to begin to see, with precision, our distractions and addictive thought patterns
  • Questions and discussion on our experience
  • A brief walking meditation
  • And a final silent meditation to end the workshop

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Guided Meditation and Sound Bath
with Dr. K. Walton Ellis

Sunday, March 2, 4:30 – 5:30 pm – Register Here

Cost: $30

Join Dr. We for a rejuvenating experience that combines the power of meditation with the soothing sounds of a sound bath. Let go of stress and tension as you immerse yourself in a state of deep relaxation and healing. Dr. We will guide you through the session, helping you find peace and balance within. Expect a unique experience with a hypnosis-style guided meditation combined with a sound bath.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

Dr. We is a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of experience, who’s dedicated her career to helping people find balance, clarity, and fulfillment. By combining evidence-based visualization techniques with the healing frequencies of sound, she offers a deeply therapeutic experience that supports mental, emotional, and energetic well-being.

 

 

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ECLIPSE SOUND BATH
Friday, March 14, 5:30 pm
Cost: $33 (no one will be turned away for lack of funds. Sliding scale payment option available.)

Register Here
Abandon old patterns and cultivate ‘new start’ energy in this eclipse sound bath. Join Jen Haddix for this Eclipse Sound Bath at The Yoga Center in midtown. Good for all levels, newbies welcome. Jen will use vocals, gongs, drums, chimes, and a full 432hz crystal singing bowl set for the sound bath.

 

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REST DEEPLY
Restorative Yoga + Myofascial Release

with Katie Louvat

Saturday, March 15, 10 am – 12 pm

TO REGISTER:
email Katie to reserve your spot
$40 (Must pay in advance to reserve your spot. See below for payment options.)

“Practice not-doing, and everything will fall into place.” -Tao Te Ching

Enjoy a quiet, therapeutic, and nourishing morning of restorative yoga and self massage. In a relaxed state, your parasympathetic nervous system becomes dominant and the body is able to heal itself, reversing the physiological, mental, and spiritual effects of chronic stress. During this two-hour practice,  Katie will lead you through a combination of supported postures, myofascial release, breath-work and meditation that will leave you feeling rested and renewed.

Use this practice to:
* decrease insomnia, mental fatigue, and chronic muscle tension
* balance your energy level and increase mental alertness
* improve cardiovascular, digestive, and circulatory health
* alleviate symptoms of depression and anxiety
* strengthen your immune system, support your body’s natural healing process and more

Please bring a personal eye pillow if you own one and dress in layers.

TO REGISTER: Email katie at klouvat@gmail.com to reserve your spot.
(Attendance is limited to 12 participants.)

CLASS FEE: $40

PAYMENT OPTIONS:
(please pay in advance to reserve your spot.)

Venmo: @katie-louvat
Zelle: 775-813-3524, Kathleen Louvat
Check: Make payable to Katie Louvat. Send to: The Yoga Center, 720 Tahoe Street, Suite C, Reno, NV 89509

 

jen haddix singing

Community Kirtan Chanting at The Yoga Center

Friday, March 28, at 5:30 pm
Friday, April 11, at 5:30 pm
Friday, May 30, at 5:30 pm
Friday, June 13, at 5:30pm

COST: By donation

TO REGISTER: email connect@intuitivejen.com and send a donation here: venmo.com/jenhaddix

Join Jen and Mike for an evening of devotional Kirtan chanting! No experience necessary. 

What is Kirtan? Kirtan is the Yoga of Devotion (Bhakti Yoga). Derived from a Sanskrit root meaning to call, recite, praise, or glorify. Put simply, kirtan is the act of praising and glorifying the Divine. (this is not a dogmatic practice, all faiths and beliefs are welcome).

Why Practice Kirtan? Chanting Kirtan is a devotional practice that helps to uplift the mind, open the heart and bring inner peace. It is the fastest, easiest and most joyful way to achieve peace of mind. The mantras are mystical universal sounds that resonate with our chakras and remove negative energies.

All are welcome, and again…no singing experience necessary! Just bring your beautiful self. This is a donation based event, but PLEASE RSVP as space is limited!

ACU SOUND March 2025 INSTA

Acupuncture Sound Bath
Powerful Combination of Two Healing Modalities
Offered at The Yoga Center Reno

with Jen Haddix
Sound Healer, Yoga Teacher, and Spiritual Life Coach

and Dr. Katie Gaffney, OMD, LAc
Licensed Acupuncturist, Herbalist, and Doctor of Oriental Medicine

COST: $50
TO REGISTER: Limited Space:
March 30, 6:00 pm – REGISTER HERE
April 27, 6:30 pm – REGISTER HERE

A sound bath immerses you in deep healing sound vibrations using vocals, gongs, drums, chimes, and 432 hz crystal singing bowl set to facilitate rejuvenation, energetic alignment, and release of energy that no longer serves you.

Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese healing modality that uses tiny needles to stimulate meridians to encourage Qi/energy flow which can ultimately balance all the systems of the body and treat various disease patterns. The points chosen for this class will support overall balance, energy, stress relief, and clarity of mind.

 jen haddix headshotwith Jen Haddix
Sound Healer, Yoga Teacher, and Spiritual Life Coach
Read about Jen on her website www.intuitivejen.com

katie g headshot

and Dr. Katie Gaffney, OMD, LAc
Licensed Acupuncturist, Herbalist, and Doctor of Oriental Medicine
Read about Katie on her website www.gaffneyhealing.com

 

 

 

APRIL EVENTS

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INSIGHT MEDITATION WORKSHOPS
In-Person & Live-streamed Offerings Guided by Russell Persson
8:00 – 9:30 am on the first Sunday of every month

UPCOMING DATES:
April 6

Workshop Fee: Suggested donations: $20, $10, $5, $1
Donate here

Email to reserve your spot: info@theyogacenterreno.com. Drop-ins are also welcome.

Join Russell Persson for a 90-minute workshop focusing on mindfulness meditation and present moment awareness. He welcomes anyone new to the practice of meditation as well as experienced practitioners. This workshop is designed to help participants experience the benefits of present moment awareness and cultivate, through guided and silent meditation, loving awareness and the refinement of our innate abilities for concentration and stillness.

The workshop will include:

  • A short series of movements inspired by qigong to bring awareness to the physical body
  • A guided meditation with focus on the breath to cultivate concentration and compassion and to begin to see, with precision, our distractions and addictive thought patterns
  • Questions and discussion on our experience
  • A brief walking meditation
  • And a final silent meditation to end the workshop

 

 

guided meditation with dr. we april (SM)

Guided Meditation and Sound Bath
with Dr. K. Walton Ellis

Sunday, April 6, 4:30 – 5:30 pm – Register Here


Cost: $30

Join Dr. We for a rejuvenating experience that combines the power of meditation with the soothing sounds of a sound bath. Let go of stress and tension as you immerse yourself in a state of deep relaxation and healing. Dr. We will guide you through the session, helping you find peace and balance within. Expect a unique experience with a hypnosis-style guided meditation combined with a sound bath.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

Dr. We is a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of experience, who’s dedicated her career to helping people find balance, clarity, and fulfillment. By combining evidence-based visualization techniques with the healing frequencies of sound, she offers a deeply therapeutic experience that supports mental, emotional, and energetic well-being.

 

jen haddix singing

Community Kirtan Chanting at The Yoga Center

Friday, April 11, at 5:30 pm
Friday, May 30, at 5:30 pm
Friday, June 13, at 5:30pm

COST: By donation

TO REGISTER: email connect@intuitivejen.com and send a donation here: venmo.com/jenhaddix

Join Jen and Mike for an evening of devotional Kirtan chanting! No experience necessary. 

What is Kirtan? Kirtan is the Yoga of Devotion (Bhakti Yoga). Derived from a Sanskrit root meaning to call, recite, praise, or glorify. Put simply, kirtan is the act of praising and glorifying the Divine. (this is not a dogmatic practice, all faiths and beliefs are welcome).

Why Practice Kirtan? Chanting Kirtan is a devotional practice that helps to uplift the mind, open the heart and bring inner peace. It is the fastest, easiest and most joyful way to achieve peace of mind. The mantras are mystical universal sounds that resonate with our chakras and remove negative energies.

All are welcome, and again…no singing experience necessary! Just bring your beautiful self. This is a donation based event, but PLEASE RSVP as space is limited!

jen haddix singing

Sound Healing Certification Level 1
with Jen Haddix, certified sound healer
Sunday, April 13, 10:00-6:00

Become a certified sound healer! Learn the basics of sound healing, how to hold space for others, get acquainted with the instruments, and have an opportunity to practice. You’ll receive a certificate at the end! 

Cost: $436 (Save $20 by paying in full)
REGISTER HERE

 

ACU SOUND April 2025 INSTA

Acupuncture Sound Bath
Powerful Combination of Two Healing Modalities
Offered at The Yoga Center Reno

with Jen Haddix
Sound Healer, Yoga Teacher, and Spiritual Life Coach

and Dr. Katie Gaffney, OMD, LAc
Licensed Acupuncturist, Herbalist, and Doctor of Oriental Medicine

COST: $50
TO REGISTER: Limited Space:

April 27, 6:30 – 8:00 pm  – REGISTER HERE

A sound bath immerses you in deep healing sound vibrations using vocals, gongs, drums, chimes, and 432 hz crystal singing bowl set to facilitate rejuvenation, energetic alignment, and release of energy that no longer serves you.

Acupuncture is an ancient Chinese healing modality that uses tiny needles to stimulate meridians to encourage Qi/energy flow which can ultimately balance all the systems of the body and treat various disease patterns. The points chosen for this class will support overall balance, energy, stress relief, and clarity of mind.

 jen haddix headshotwith Jen Haddix
Sound Healer, Yoga Teacher, and Spiritual Life Coach
Read about Jen on her website www.intuitivejen.com

katie g headshot

and Dr. Katie Gaffney, OMD, LAc
Licensed Acupuncturist, Herbalist, and Doctor of Oriental Medicine
Read about Katie on her website www.gaffneyhealing.com

 

 

 

MAY EVENTS

 

jen haddix singing

Community Kirtan Chanting at The Yoga Center

Friday, May 30, at 5:30 pm
Friday, June 13, at 5:30pm

COST: By donation

TO REGISTER: email connect@intuitivejen.com and send a donation here: venmo.com/jenhaddix

Join Jen and Mike for an evening of devotional Kirtan chanting! No experience necessary. 

What is Kirtan? Kirtan is the Yoga of Devotion (Bhakti Yoga). Derived from a Sanskrit root meaning to call, recite, praise, or glorify. Put simply, kirtan is the act of praising and glorifying the Divine. (this is not a dogmatic practice, all faiths and beliefs are welcome).

Why Practice Kirtan? Chanting Kirtan is a devotional practice that helps to uplift the mind, open the heart and bring inner peace. It is the fastest, easiest and most joyful way to achieve peace of mind. The mantras are mystical universal sounds that resonate with our chakras and remove negative energies.

All are welcome, and again…no singing experience necessary! Just bring your beautiful self. This is a donation based event, but PLEASE RSVP as space is limited!

JUNE EVENTS

jen haddix singing

Community Kirtan Chanting at The Yoga Center

Friday, June 13, at 5:30pm

COST: By donation

TO REGISTER: email connect@intuitivejen.com and send a donation here: venmo.com/jenhaddix

Join Jen and Mike for an evening of devotional Kirtan chanting! No experience necessary. 

What is Kirtan? Kirtan is the Yoga of Devotion (Bhakti Yoga). Derived from a Sanskrit root meaning to call, recite, praise, or glorify. Put simply, kirtan is the act of praising and glorifying the Divine. (this is not a dogmatic practice, all faiths and beliefs are welcome).

Why Practice Kirtan? Chanting Kirtan is a devotional practice that helps to uplift the mind, open the heart and bring inner peace. It is the fastest, easiest and most joyful way to achieve peace of mind. The mantras are mystical universal sounds that resonate with our chakras and remove negative energies.

All are welcome, and again…no singing experience necessary! Just bring your beautiful self. This is a donation based event, but PLEASE RSVP as space is limited!