Samhain (pronounced Souen) is the first day of November, celebrated by the ancient Celts as a festival marking the beginning of winter.   This workshop is at a perfect time to celebrate this festival that was the inspirer of our modern Halloween.   Instead of dressing up as ghoolies and ghosties – as fun as that can be !– this yoga workshop will invite us into a quieter space, where we will practice gently active and passive yoga, explore breathwork and meditations relevant to the time of year and the call inward, into the comfort and power of the dark time, winter.   It is also an auspicious time for letting go, allowing the fruits of summer and fall to be released, the ancestors to be honored.  Join us for an afternoon of deep self care, forgiveness, and tranquility. 

Includes:
Meditation and introductions
Simple breath work leading into movement that will extend and open the body and begin the process of shedding our stresses and strains.
Short break – bring a drink or snack – Walking meditation/reflection and discussion re “Letting go..Letting be..”
Restorative Practice
Closing Meditation and reflection.  

Suitable for a wide range of practitioner – Options will be given to those not practicing more advanced poses in the active practice and the restoratives are suitable for everyone.   Bring 2 pillows, blankets, a bloster (if you have one) and a yoga mat.

12-3pm At the Grace Hudson Meeting Room, Ukiah, CA

$50 Early Bird Fee if registered by Oct 15, 2025.   $60 thereafter.  
Partial scholarships available for low income folks on request directly from Mary. 

Mary Paffard has been practicing, teaching and training teachers in yoga for over 4 decades.   This time of year is her favorite for deepening practice and listening inwardly and her practice is infused with imagery and poetry that supports a caring, creative and engaged relationship to yoga and life.   More info at www.maryyoga.com

Registration through the City of Ukiah, Parks and Rec Dept. Link coming soon!