Workshops, Series, & Special Events
At Bluebird Yoga and Wellness Studio 1912 Liberty Rd. Suite 27, Eldersburg, MD 21784
5/9- Gentle Yoga & Sound Healing
with Alexandra Johannsen
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Saturday, May 9th, 3:00-4:30 pm
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Come enjoy some healing music and movement in this soft and soothing yoga offering with Alexandra Johannsen. Led with crystal singing bowls, this beginner friendly class is like a sound bath in motion, with a strong focus on grounding the nervous system. Expect a gentle flow of stretches and postures as well as a healthy dose of breathwork and meditation at the end, all woven together with the vibrational support of the bowls. This offering, like a traditional sound bath, is designed to be restful, meditative, and to bring your mind and body back to baseline.
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6/28- Yoga & Pottery Immersion Workshop
with Melanie Kaffl & Nancy Fallon
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Sunday, June 28th, 1:00-3:30 pm
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Welcome in Summer and escape to the coast without leaving town! Bluebird member & ceramic artist Melanie Kaffl teams up with Nancy Fallon for a relaxing afternoon of yoga and pottery glazing!
Nancy will begin with a gentle yoga practice to relax your nervous system and encourage your mind to let go and get creative. The practice will start with gentle movement, progress into myofascial release in all the right spots to reduce the body's tension, and conclude with a guided meditation to take you on a journey to the shore in your mind.
Next, Melanie will guide you into the creative process as you glaze a stylish mug capturing the serene colors of the beach. Imagine starting your day, coffee or tea in hand, with the soft sounds of morning surf whispered by your mug's oceanic hues. No prior pottery or yoga experience is necessary—this workshop is for everyone.
Bring a friend or relative and enjoy an afternoon mini-vacation!
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6/14- Yoga & Reiki Workshop
with Kristin Cook & Nancy Fallon
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Sunday, June 14th, 4:00-5:30 pm
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Join Kristin and Nancy for this unique workshop that blends the gentle movement of yoga with the deeply restorative energy of Reiki to create a calming and nourishing experience for mind, body, and spirit. Participants will be guided through a slow, mindful yoga practice designed to release tension, increase body awareness, and prepare the nervous system for deep relaxation.
As the session transitions into restorative poses, you’ll be invited to settle into stillness while receiving optional hands-on or hands-off Reiki energy healing. This subtle yet powerful practice supports energetic balance, stress relief, and emotional grounding, allowing you to rest more deeply and reconnect within.
Perfect for all levels, this workshop offers a supportive space to unwind, restore, and experience the combined benefits of movement and energy healing.
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8/9, 16, & 23- 3 Part Series: Introduction to Meditation
with Mary Ann Saunders
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Sundays in August: 9th, 16th, 23rd; 3:30-4:15 pm
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Meditation is the practice of returning home to your true nature, a place of inherent peace, clarity, and balance. While the benefits of a calm mind are well-documented, the challenge often lies in knowing how to begin and how to stay consistent.
Join Mary Ann Saunders for a three-week meditation series designed to demystify the practice and explore tools that lead to a quiet mind and a compassionate heart.
Over the course of three sessions, we will cover:
-Preparing for Stillness: Using Pranayama (breathwork) and simple movements to settle the nervous system and steady the physical body.
-Concentration to Meditation: Learning the transition from Dharana (focused concentration) to Dhyana (meditation) using various classical methods.
-The Meditative Life: Practical ways to maintain your "practice amidst the noise of daily life.
Whether you are a complete beginner or looking to revitalize a stagnant practice, this workshop provides a supportive space to explore the transformative power of silence.
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7/12- Myofascial Release & Yoga for Lower Back Pain
with Nancy Fallon
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Sunday, July 12th, 1:00-3:00 pm
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Do you suffer from lower back or hip pain? Occasional or chronic, hip mobility has a large effect on the lumbar spine & surrounding tissue. Learn simple self-release techniques as well as stretches you can use at home to maintain healthy glide and function in some of the body's largest muscles. Additionally, we will touch on strength movements to keep the hips stable and supported so that tender areas can take a load off and heal. Finally, we'll work through some modifications to common yoga poses that might help you continue to enjoy your regular classes!
Nancy is a licensed chiropractic assistant and rehab coach, and well accustomed to working with people in pain. Please note however, that this workshop is not meant to replace medical care, but is for those looking for additional PT in order to support their issues through movement.
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4/30- FREE! Take Back the Night Yoga
with Kristin Cook & CARE
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Thursday, April 30th, 5:30-6:30 pm
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Join us for a FREE community-wide event in collaboration with CARE Healing Center to honor survivors, stand against violence, and reclaim safety. This special candlelight yoga event is for everyone! Expect a beginner-friendly, slow flow practice incorporating breath, movement, community, and rest. We are honored to partner with CARE Healing Center to bring people together for such an important cause.
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Rest Nest Day Retreat
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Sunday, May 17th, 10:00 am-4:30 pm
(Lunch provided)
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Led & facilitated by Kristin Cook, acupuncture and meditation with Leslie Lloyd, chair massage with Zecia ‘Z’ Cosby, nervous system education with Devon DeLeonardo.
Step into our ‘Rest Nest’ for a day designed to help you slow down, exhale, and reconnect with the heart-centered energy of early summer. This day retreat offers a nurturing space to rest deeply and reset your nervous system through gentle, supportive practices.
Enjoy chair massage and acupuncture to ease physical tension and support natural healing. A heart-opening yoga practice and guided meditation create opportunities to move gently, rest intentionally, and cultivate awareness. Interwoven with these practices is accessible education on the nervous system, helping you understand how stress affects the body—and how simple, sustainable tools can support rest, resilience, and joy in daily life.
This retreat is ideal for anyone feeling tired, overwhelmed, or uninspired. No prior experience is required—just come as you are and allow yourself to be supported.
You can expect:
-Deeply relaxing chair massage and acupuncture
-Accessible and beginner-friendly yoga
-Guided meditation (Yoga Nidra)
-Nervous system education and practices you can apply beyond the retreat
-A Transformational coaching process led by Leslie Llyod
-Guided visualization meditation to cultivate heart-centered presence
-A catered lunch
-A calm, compassionate environment centered on rest
Leave feeling grounded, replenished, and more connected to your body’s natural capacity for peace and joy.
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*All photo credits by Machelle Lee
