Be inspired through midlife & beyond to radiate lifelong wellbeing and healthy aging through yoga & meditation. Gentle mindful practices to guide you home to your body, breath, and mind. Contact Me Meditate with Me Practice with Me Stay In Touch P ractice meditation with me on Insight Time r ! Sign up for news letters to learn about new classes and workshops! P ractice yoga with me! Free Meditation In-Person Classes Gentle Yoga for 50+ at The Ashland Senior Center. Pre-registrations is required. Yin Yoga at the Ashland YMCA. Membership is required! Join Today Join Today Online Classes Coming soon ~ Online classes and workshops! A great way to practice Gentle Yoga, Yin Yoga, and Meditation for Beginners. Practice yoga from the comfort of your own home or while traveling. Women's Private Classes & Workshops Indulge yourself and the extraordinary women in your life with a tailor-made practice in Gentle Yoga, Yin Yoga, Yoga for 50+ or Yoga for Menopause. Private classes or workshops can be organized at your preferred location, be it online or in-person. Learn More Classes A little about Cheri. Yoga Instructor Ashland Oregon. Cheri is a lifelong yoga and meditation practitioner who believes in the healing power of mindfulness practices. She completed her first yoga teacher training in 2002 and soon began volunteering at her local Senior Center, where she introduced the benefits of mindfulness practices to an underserved community. Cheri's dedication to helping others find solace and strength through yoga became evident as she witnessed its positive impact on the seniors she worked with. Wanting to make a broader impact in her community, Cheri earned specialized certifications in Yin Yoga, Menopause Yoga, Senior Yoga, and guided meditation. Cheri teaches weekly Gentle Yoga and Yin Yoga classes in Ashland, OR. She also offers seasonal workshops and leads women's small group events. Cheri is passionate about teaching accessible, trauma-informed, and supportive yoga to everyone. She believes there is a type of yoga and a yoga teacher for anyone who wants to practice. You can practice with Cheri locally in Ashland, OR, or enjoy a free guided meditation on Insight Timer. Read More Join Me! ~ Sign up to learn about new classes and updates. Join me! I respect your privacy and the option to opt-out anytime.

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Signup for our email to be he first to learn about upcoming classes & Workshops in 2025! Past Events Release & Restore: Yin + Restorative Yoga Workshop Saturday, November 16th from 2 to 3.30 p.m - SOLD OUT Embark on a journey of deep release and restoration with us in a workshop that artfully combines the gentle practice of Yin Yoga with the therapeutic benefits of Self-Myofascial Release. In this workshop, you will experience the power of longer-held Yin Yoga poses to target the body's deep connective tissues, promoting flexibility and relaxation. Incorporating props such as blocks, bolsters, and therapy balls will help you find a balance of effort and ease in each posture, allowing for a deeper release. Our self-care practice ends with gentle, Restorative Yoga to facilitate deep relaxation. Saturday, November 16th from 2 to 3.30 p.m. at the Y.M.C.A Cost: $25 members/$40 non-members Community Accessible Yoga Class Saturday, November 16th from 2 to 3.30 p.m Registration open for FREE Community Accessible Chair Yoga class. This one hour class includes movement, breathwork, and relaxation, with an invitation to stand (or not) during portions of the class. Come join us in our welcoming yoga community! 🧘♂️ Register online through Ashland Parks and Rec or call Ashland Senior Center at 541-488-5342. Friday June 21st from 10 to 11 a.m. Contact I'm always looking for new and exciting opportunities. Let's connect. Cherityoga@gmail.com

Hello! As an avid yoga and meditation teacher, I always strive to expand my knowledge and skills to enhance my offerings. In addition to obtaining continuing education credits from Yoga Alliance, I have also achieved various certifications which have enabled me to provide a more diverse and comprehensive range of yoga and meditation classes. Training & Certifications Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga Teacher 200 hours Yoga Teacher Training - Uplifted Yoga with Bret Larkin 30 hours Yin Yoga Teacher Training - Yoga with Kassandra 30 hours Teaching Yoga to Seniors - Yoga for Seniors 40 hours Menopause Yoga - Menopause Yoga with Petra Convey 19 hours Accessible Meditation - Accessible Yoga School with Jivana Heyman 19 hours Myofascial Release Training + Yin Yoga - Gabrielle Harris Certification & Training in Hatha Yoga, Yin Yoga, Senior Yoga, Menopause Yoga, and Meditation link link link Certified Uplifted Yoga Teacher Yoga Alliance Member Certified Menopause Yoga Teacher Certified Yin Yoga Teacher Certified Accessible Meditation Teacher Kind Words "Cheri is a fully accredited Menopause Yoga teacher who has graduated from this gold standard training course. Women going through menopause will be safe and supported in her specialist classes. Enjoy!" - Petra Coveney, Founder & Creator of Menopause Yoga

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Sankalpa - Four Steps to Setting Your Intentions for the New Year As we welcome a new year, tradition suggests setting a New Year's Resolution. Often, we make an "I will" statement of self-improvement that drives us to dig deep into our willpower and, usually, our wallets to be a better version of ourselves. This declaration is to fix whatever we find lacking in ourselves (or what someone else finds lacking in us). Statistically, about 43% of people abandon their New Year's Resolutions before the end of January, and around 90% abandon their resolutions well before the end of the year. With these odds, it's understandable to question why we continue clinging to these unrealistic, often shame-based traditions. Perhaps this new year, rather than setting a short-lived resolution, you can try the yogic tradition of practicing a Sankalpa. There are many similar translations of this Sanskrit word, but I like author and yoga teacher Gabrielle Harris's version: San: the truth/that which is true for me. Kalpa: commitment or vow, a vision for your life. Sankalpa: a statement arising from contemplation and meditation that you vow to carry with you until you recognize its truth. A Sankalpa practice starts from the yogic belief that you are whole, and you are who you need to be to live your heart's desire and life's purpose. Sankalpa differs from the traditional New Year's resolution by honoring your unique and authentic self and cultivating growth instead of trying to release negative patterns or behaviors. Sankalpa is living life less out of habit and more out of intention. As we age, living life habitually can, well, become a habit. As we grow into midlife and beyond, we want to continue embracing joy and purpose. As we enter the new year, take some time to reflect on what truly resonates with your heart. Perhaps your Sankalpa is to reconnect with your authentic self, recognizing your inherent worth and the joy you deserve. You might focus on personal growth, seeking to develop healthier habits that enhance your overall wellness. Alternatively, your intention could involve creating more space in your life—reassessing where you allocate your time and energy and letting go of commitments that no longer align with your interests or wellbeing. Embrace this opportunity to align your intentions with your true desires. Try setting a Sankalpa using the steps below. Start by reminding yourself that you are whole. Align your mind, energy, and habits with your deepest desires or higher purpose. Allow yourself months, a year, or more to support your journey. Setting your Sankalpa Pause and Listen - Set up a comfortable, quiet space where you can take the time you need to sit with your thoughts. Have pen and paper to journal, write single words, or draw pictures that come to mind. Remember, this practice is about you. What is your Sankalpa? Why is it important to you? What steps are needed to bring your intention to fruition? Positive and Present - Once you have your Sankalpa, start shaping your thoughts into a concise, positive statement using the present tense. Keeping your Sankalpa simple and concise will help you remember it. A Sankalpa isn't a wish or a prayer. It is a vow that you state and practice in the present moment. Your intentions, your heartfelt desire, should be stated in the present tense. For example, instead of saying, "I want to lose weight," your Sankalpa might be, "I choose nourishing foods and activities that support my body's health and overall wellbeing." Remember and Affirm - Write your Sankalpa down and place it somewhere where you see it regularly. As a gentle reminder, you can also write your intention on sticky notes and place them anywhere you can see them throughout your day. Integrate and Practice - Make conscious choices that support your Sankalpa, even in small ways. Tools that you can use to help you are: Mindfulness : Find time at the beginning of each day to repeat your Sankalpa to yourself; repeating your Sankalpa out loud can be more impactful and help you reinforce the vow you made to yourself. Meditation : If you meditate, visualize, or repeat your Sankalpa. If you don't meditate, now is a great time to start. Even 5 minutes daily can benefit your mental, emotional, and physical health. Journaling : Journaling has many benefits for our mental health. Dedicating time to journaling can help you process what is helping or hindering you toward your Sankalpa. Resources : Find resources that will help you fulfill your Sankalpa. If your intention is to connect more with others, search for local groups, clubs, and classes to connect with people who share your interests. Instead of viewing your Sankalpa as a goal, embrace it as a journey, a vow to yourself that you are mindfully and graciously moving towards. Let the experience enrich your life. I invite you to share your journey – I would love to hear from you!