
Body Worship with Samantha Mendonca
Slow, sensual yoga-inspired flows and somatic release practices—shaking, EFT tapping, and optional movement—guide a trauma-informed seven-week journey to reclaim embodiment, internal consent, and self-connection within an affirming, body positive community.
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Slow somatic yoga sequences and breath-based nervous-system resets blending supportive movement and mindful pauses to foster gentle reconnection and resourcefulness through the week; taught by a queer, genderfluid instructor.

Slow somatic yoga sequences and breath-based nervous-system resets blending supportive movement and mindful pauses to foster gentle reconnection and resourcefulness through the week; taught by a queer, genderfluid instructor.
Slow somatic yoga sequences and breath-based nervous-system resets blending supportive movement and mindful pauses to foster gentle reconnection and resourcefulness through the week; taught by a queer, genderfluid instructor.
Slow, somatic Open Floor movement sessions that prioritize listening to bodily impulses and sensing what’s in the way; a daylong workshop of gentle improvised movement, guided reflection, and communal sharing.
Slow, somatic Open Floor movement sessions that prioritize listening to bodily impulses and sensing what’s in the way; a daylong workshop of gentle improvised movement, guided reflection, and communal sharing.
Slow, somatic Open Floor movement sessions that prioritize listening to bodily impulses and sensing what’s in the way; a daylong workshop of gentle improvised movement, guided reflection, and communal sharing.

Slow, flowing qigong movements designed to rebalance endocrine, nervous, immune, and organ systems through lineage practices; simple, breath centered sequences that build strength, relaxation, regulation, and energy for all levels.

Slow, flowing qigong movements designed to rebalance endocrine, nervous, immune, and organ systems through lineage practices; simple, breath centered sequences that build strength, relaxation, regulation, and energy for all levels.
Slow, flowing qigong movements designed to rebalance endocrine, nervous, immune, and organ systems through lineage practices; simple, breath centered sequences that build strength, relaxation, regulation, and energy for all levels.

Internal movement focused bellydance class exploring isolations, smooth travel, hip articulation, and arm fluidity to awaken shimmy technique and expressive movement. Breath centering and somatic cues support beginner friendly skill building and joyful embodiment.

Internal movement focused bellydance class exploring isolations, smooth travel, hip articulation, and arm fluidity to awaken shimmy technique and expressive movement. Breath centering and somatic cues support beginner friendly skill building and joyful embodiment.
Internal movement focused bellydance class exploring isolations, smooth travel, hip articulation, and arm fluidity to awaken shimmy technique and expressive movement. Breath centering and somatic cues support beginner friendly skill building and joyful embodiment.

Trauma-informed, beginner-friendly strength training in a small, supportive eight week series held Thursday evenings; no prior experience required, class limited to eight participants and masks are required.

Trauma-informed, beginner-friendly strength training in a small, supportive eight week series held Thursday evenings; no prior experience required, class limited to eight participants and masks are required.
Trauma-informed, beginner-friendly strength training in a small, supportive eight week series held Thursday evenings; no prior experience required, class limited to eight participants and masks are required.

A sweaty vinyasa flow set to a live doom metal soundtrack, encouraging participants to stretch, growl, and reset in a dim, late night bar setting; accessible to all levels seeking cathartic movement.

A sweaty vinyasa flow set to a live doom metal soundtrack, encouraging participants to stretch, growl, and reset in a dim, late night bar setting; accessible to all levels seeking cathartic movement.
A sweaty vinyasa flow set to a live doom metal soundtrack, encouraging participants to stretch, growl, and reset in a dim, late night bar setting; accessible to all levels seeking cathartic movement.

Facilitated consent-centered circle providing platonic touch and nervous system regulation through guided consent practices and optional gentle contact in a cozy, grounded indoor space; no romantic intent and no prior experience required.

Facilitated consent-centered circle providing platonic touch and nervous system regulation through guided consent practices and optional gentle contact in a cozy, grounded indoor space; no romantic intent and no prior experience required.
Facilitated consent-centered circle providing platonic touch and nervous system regulation through guided consent practices and optional gentle contact in a cozy, grounded indoor space; no romantic intent and no prior experience required.

Sensory barefoot Nia practice blending martial arts, dance, and healing arts to connect body, mind, emotions, and spirit. Classes unfold to soul stirring music and welcome all shapes and skill levels.

Sensory barefoot Nia practice blending martial arts, dance, and healing arts to connect body, mind, emotions, and spirit. Classes unfold to soul stirring music and welcome all shapes and skill levels.
Sensory barefoot Nia practice blending martial arts, dance, and healing arts to connect body, mind, emotions, and spirit. Classes unfold to soul stirring music and welcome all shapes and skill levels.
Gentle guided meditation and somatic movement paired with astrology-based reflection and reflective journaling to deepen emotional intuition and creative insight during Pisces season, led by Senseful Wellness & Yoga in a cozy studio.
Gentle guided meditation and somatic movement paired with astrology-based reflection and reflective journaling to deepen emotional intuition and creative insight during Pisces season, led by Senseful Wellness & Yoga in a cozy studio.
Gentle guided meditation and somatic movement paired with astrology-based reflection and reflective journaling to deepen emotional intuition and creative insight during Pisces season, led by Senseful Wellness & Yoga in a cozy studio.
Live rhythmic drumming guides a shamanic journey for ancestral connection and seasonal ritual, using trance-inducing rhythms to shift brainwaves and support somatic integration and personal renewal.
Live rhythmic drumming guides a shamanic journey for ancestral connection and seasonal ritual, using trance-inducing rhythms to shift brainwaves and support somatic integration and personal renewal.
Live rhythmic drumming guides a shamanic journey for ancestral connection and seasonal ritual, using trance-inducing rhythms to shift brainwaves and support somatic integration and personal renewal.

Slow, guided yoga movements emphasize joint mobility, muscle resilience, and breathwork to reduce inflammation and support optimal aging. Leslie Temme leads accessible alignment sequences in a calm lodge retreat setting for all levels.

Slow, guided yoga movements emphasize joint mobility, muscle resilience, and breathwork to reduce inflammation and support optimal aging. Leslie Temme leads accessible alignment sequences in a calm lodge retreat setting for all levels.
Slow, guided yoga movements emphasize joint mobility, muscle resilience, and breathwork to reduce inflammation and support optimal aging. Leslie Temme leads accessible alignment sequences in a calm lodge retreat setting for all levels.

Intimate circle for women focusing on embodied practices, storytelling, and mutual support through gentle ritual and reflective sharing. Participants are invited to connect, witness, and reclaim creative feminine expression.

Intimate circle for women focusing on embodied practices, storytelling, and mutual support through gentle ritual and reflective sharing. Participants are invited to connect, witness, and reclaim creative feminine expression.
Intimate circle for women focusing on embodied practices, storytelling, and mutual support through gentle ritual and reflective sharing. Participants are invited to connect, witness, and reclaim creative feminine expression.

Meditation-led sessions move into mindful writing and freeform journaling to cultivate authentic expression, emotional healing, and creative freedom; participants can opt to share their writing aloud in a small, contemplative group.

Meditation-led sessions move into mindful writing and freeform journaling to cultivate authentic expression, emotional healing, and creative freedom; participants can opt to share their writing aloud in a small, contemplative group.
Meditation-led sessions move into mindful writing and freeform journaling to cultivate authentic expression, emotional healing, and creative freedom; participants can opt to share their writing aloud in a small, contemplative group.

Gentle, trauma-informed sound healing with guided vibrations and restorative breathwork led by a community health worker and holistic wellness facilitator focused on empowerment and violence-prevention-informed self-care.

Gentle, trauma-informed sound healing with guided vibrations and restorative breathwork led by a community health worker and holistic wellness facilitator focused on empowerment and violence-prevention-informed self-care.
Gentle, trauma-informed sound healing with guided vibrations and restorative breathwork led by a community health worker and holistic wellness facilitator focused on empowerment and violence-prevention-informed self-care.

Slow, exploratory Open Floor practice emphasizing somatic movement and body awareness across a committed six-week group, each session exploring a distinct theme to integrate movement insights into daily life.

Slow, exploratory Open Floor practice emphasizing somatic movement and body awareness across a committed six-week group, each session exploring a distinct theme to integrate movement insights into daily life.
Slow, exploratory Open Floor practice emphasizing somatic movement and body awareness across a committed six-week group, each session exploring a distinct theme to integrate movement insights into daily life.

Sweat, stretch, growl, and reset in a low-lit power flow set to heavy metal; all experience levels welcome, bring a mat and sign a waiver at check-in for an immersive late-night practice.

Sweat, stretch, growl, and reset in a low-lit power flow set to heavy metal; all experience levels welcome, bring a mat and sign a waiver at check-in for an immersive late-night practice.
Sweat, stretch, growl, and reset in a low-lit power flow set to heavy metal; all experience levels welcome, bring a mat and sign a waiver at check-in for an immersive late-night practice.

Gentle trauma informed virtual listening circle for community healing and reflective reset, featuring facilitated sharing and mutual support in a judgment free online space; free registration required.

Gentle trauma informed virtual listening circle for community healing and reflective reset, featuring facilitated sharing and mutual support in a judgment free online space; free registration required.
Gentle trauma informed virtual listening circle for community healing and reflective reset, featuring facilitated sharing and mutual support in a judgment free online space; free registration required.
Slow, guided breathwork cultivating a quieter, reliable strength through surrender and somatic release. Evening session focuses on letting go instead of pushing, with gentle pacing and cues for restorative resilience and relaxation.
Slow, guided breathwork cultivating a quieter, reliable strength through surrender and somatic release. Evening session focuses on letting go instead of pushing, with gentle pacing and cues for restorative resilience and relaxation.
Slow, guided breathwork cultivating a quieter, reliable strength through surrender and somatic release. Evening session focuses on letting go instead of pushing, with gentle pacing and cues for restorative resilience and relaxation.

Slow, flowing standing qigong sequences that stretch and tone the body, adaptable for all ages and abilities. Practices range from gentle mobility to deeper strength building forms to cultivate health and resilience.

Slow, flowing standing qigong sequences that stretch and tone the body, adaptable for all ages and abilities. Practices range from gentle mobility to deeper strength building forms to cultivate health and resilience.
Slow, flowing standing qigong sequences that stretch and tone the body, adaptable for all ages and abilities. Practices range from gentle mobility to deeper strength building forms to cultivate health and resilience.

Deep guided group work in the quantum field to clear trauma imprints, release limiting patterns, and cultivate embodied light and vitality through somatic breathwork, guided visualization, and communal intention.

Deep guided group work in the quantum field to clear trauma imprints, release limiting patterns, and cultivate embodied light and vitality through somatic breathwork, guided visualization, and communal intention.
Deep guided group work in the quantum field to clear trauma imprints, release limiting patterns, and cultivate embodied light and vitality through somatic breathwork, guided visualization, and communal intention.