Mantra + Meditation August Class Series

Deepen your relationship to meditation using Mantra -- a "tool of the mind." You'll sharpen your mental capacities, develop discipline (Tapas), access peaceful states, cultivate your voice, and soak up immersive sound experiences.

Begin with group chanting by by Megan Smit—an open, playful exploration of adding your own voice to the great tapestry of sound that fills the universe. You’ll be invited to contribute your unique tone, feeling the resonance ripple through and around you.

From there, you'll transition into a guided meditation and a short sound immersion, enhanced by the gentle vibrations of instruments and tuning forks.

Whether you’re new to meditation or well-acquainted with stillness, this shared space offers connection, resonance, and a deeper way of listening—both inward and outward.

Tuesdays @ 7-8p @ THE KULA COLLECTIVE

$25 per class / $19 for members
Tuesday, August 18
Tuesday, August 25

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world.” - Margaret Mead

When the outside is in a state of unrest, choosing inner stillness is a peaceful form of protest, and community is our strongest asset. Roll out your mat on the Kula driveway to stand up to injustice by taking rest during this Satya Sound Radical Rest class led by Krynne. You’ll settle under clear skies with your favorite blankets and pillows for breathwork, gentle stretching, and a guided yoga nidra meditation focused on peace and interconnectedness.

After class, grab a refreshing beverage and stay for an optional community hang in the garden.

All donations will go to the Michigan Immigrant Rights Organization to raise awareness about ICE in our West Michigan community, provide legal assistance and community education, and to cover immigration filing fees for those in need.

Bring a yoga mat and blankets, pillows, and props from home.

Saturday, August 22 @ 7-8:15p @ WEALTHY
$25 / ticket

Join Ella and your LGBTQIA+ yoga community for the first "Over the Rainbow: Queer Book Club + Swap!" Chat about this month's book over sips and treats, then spend time swapping other queer books with the group.

This month's book is "Atmosphere" by Taylor Jenkins Reid. Read about Joan Goodwin, one of the first female astronauts at NASA in the 1980s. Joan finds love, climbs the ladder of an impossible industry, and grows tremendously in her relationships with her loved ones. Explore themes of love, joy, ambition, and found family in this award winning novel.

Bring your copy of "Atmosphere" for a lively discussion, and any other books with queer themes to recommend, swap, or give away.

Sunday, August 23 @ 2-4p @ THE KULA COLLECTIVE
$25 / $19 for members

As summer draws to a close, gather for one final evening under the stars. Inspired by the circular patterns found throughout nature and the cosmos, this 75-minute mandala practice invites you to reflect on the season’s end, honor your journey, and move forward with gratitude.

This well-rounded Slow Flow will have you facing all the edges and corners of your mat using spiral movement patterns designed to cultivate a sense of wholeness, integration, and connection. Class will close with an extended savasana and guided meditation focused on gratitude, completion, and embracing the next chapter with clarity and intention.

Friday, August 28 @ 10-11:15p @ WEALTHY
$25 / $19 for members

Settle into a relaxed and welcoming environment for a breakdown of yoga basics. Each workshop-style class will detail an element of Slow Flow and Vinyasa yoga classes at Kula — pose form, breath, inversions, prop usage, and intention setting. Your time will begin with a discussion on the workshop’s topic, then you’ll experience the practical application of your knowledge through a short, guided class experience.

Whether you are new to yoga, returning to your mat after taking time away, or a long time student with a regular practice who wants to revisit the basics, these workshops are for you!

Saturdays @ 11a-1p @ ROCKFORD:
Common Pose (Asana) Alignment — August 29 with Danea
Introduction to Breathwork (Pranayama) — September 12 with Danea
Basic Inversions in Yoga — October 17 with Megan
Props, Props, Props! — November 14 with Megan
Intention Setting + Moving Meditation — January 9 with Danea

$25 per class / $19 for members

Tarot + Tea

Gather together for an open house style, expansive evening of divination at The Kula Collective. Thursday, ruled by Jupiter, is an optimistic day for you to explore new ideas and envision future possibilities.

Lay out your tarot or oracle deck (or bring other forms of divination), sip on tea, and dive into reading your tarot cards. Krynne will be available to offer help with interpretations and working with the cards. T+T is a great time to ask questions, seek clarity on your life’s path, or open to general spiritual guidance.

BYOD (bring your own deck), journal, and something to write with. Limited decks will be available to use during class. All reading experiences are welcome.

6:30-8p @ THE KULA COLLECTIVE:
Thursday, September 10
Thursday, October 8
$10 / ticket

Bedtime can be difficult for both little ones and caretakers. If you struggle to find a routine that works or if your kid has a lot of energy when it's time to wind down, this workshop full of bedtime yoga tools, led by Ella, is for you!

Bring your little yogi along to explore strategies for calming before sleep. Learn how to soothe bedtime-resistant kids and find techniques that work for your family.

Each registration includes a spot for one adult and one child, age 4-8.

Sunday, September 13 @ 3-4p @ THE KULA COLLECTIVE
$25 / $19 for members

Celebrate pride at Kula with an evening of Queer joy, movement, and community, guided by Ella. 

Start the night by flowing through an all-levels friendly Slow Flow practice, followed by an intentionally-themed guided meditation.

After class, grab a cup of coffee, tea, or something to nibble on and join for some optional hang time. 

Immerse yourself in a beautifully queer night with members of your community in a safe and welcoming space. You'll leave with an open heart, new pals, and, of course, a deep sense of love and pride. 

Bring a yoga mat, towel, and water bottle.

Tuesdays @ 6:15-8p @ THE KULA COLLECTIVE
September 15
October 20
November 17

$10 / ticket

“Over the Rainbow” is intended for members of the queer community -- every letter of LGBTQIA+ is welcome.

Meet up with Krynne, Q, and your fellow literature lovers at The Kula Collective for a community dinner potluck-style and a lively discussion of the book "All About Love" by bell hooks. 

Krynne and Q will lead the group through an opening circle and a handout-led discussion about the book. You'll have time to enjoy dinner and mingle in community, explore new ideas, share takeaways, and consider all the different types of love presented in the text.

Light dinner and N/A drinks will be provided, and you're invited to bring a dish to share with the group.

Thursday, September 24 @ 6-8p @ THE KULA COLLECTIVE
$25 / $19 for members

Take in an extended 75-minute Vinyasa practice, guided by Bella and immersed in the captivating compositions of Hans Zimmer. You'll move to the rhythm of your breath under swirling lights in an intimate soundscape surrounded by cinematic scores from the movies Inception, Interstellar, The Lion King, Gladiator, The Dark Knight, and more. 

Friday, September 25 @ 6-7:15p @ ROCKFORD
$25 / $19 for members

Gather in community for a group Rebirthing Breathwork experience, led by Kula pal and member, Ryan Scanlon.

Time will begin with a centering visualization meditation, then you'll be led through a 60-minute group session of Rebirthing Breathwork that emphasizes circular, connected breathing, and deep inhales and exhales. Ryan will lead the group using personalized verbal prompts, scents, sound shakers, physical adjustments, and a curated playlist blending tribal and electronic music. After breathing, you'll have time to integrate and the opportunity to share your experience with the group.

Breathwork is an ancient somatic practice that has been shown to improve physical health, address trauma in the body, and allow for a deeper relationship with self, especially when done in a collective group setting. By connecting full inhales with full exhales, Rebirthing Breathwork can reveal stuck areas of the body and mind. During the session, participants may experience states of deep physical relaxation, emotional release, spiritual actualization, or perhaps all three!

Before the session, drink plenty of water and limit caffeine intake. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a yoga mat, any favorite pillows or props, a journal and pen, and other important totems. Integration guides and follow up contact information will be shared for you to take home.

Sunday, September 27 @ 10-11:30a @ LEONARD
$45 / $34 for members

Gather with your yoga community for enlivening conversations meant to further your interest in and understanding of yoga both on and off your mat, led by Danea. Each workshop will be accompanied by locally blended herbal tea from the westside shop, Moondrop Herbals. Sip warm tea paired to enhance the evening's topic, then take a tea blend sample to enjoy while reflecting on your learnings at home.

Mondays @ 7:30-9p @ THE KULA COLLECTIVE
$28 / $21 for members

Ella will lead you and your little one through games, yoga poses, songs, age appropriate meditations, and breathing techniques to encourage calm and kind behavior.

Every class will include take-home activities for continued mindfulness and family practice.

Each registration includes a spot for one adult and 1 child ages 4-6. Bring one yoga mat and water bottles for each participant.

Beginning October 3 — Regular class rates apply!

Welcome the cozy energy of fall at "Flow & Dough," a workshop with Kathleen and Brittany, that blends the art of sourdough baking with the grounding practice of yoga.

Time will begin upstairs at Kula Collective with warm drinks and fresh sourdough to snack on while you learn the basics of caring for a sourdough starter, feeding it, and mixing your own artisan loaf from scratch. Next, you’ll head downstairs to the studio for a 45-minute grounding Slow Flow class designed to cultivate balance and help you root into the present moment. Move with your breath through a gentle, fluid practice inspired by the changing season where you can let go of busyness and turn inward.

After class, return upstairs to complete the first two “stretch and folds” on your dough, review the remaining steps, and answer any final questions before you head home to shape, proof, and bake your loaf. You'll leave with a starter of your own, freshly mixed dough ready to finish at home, the confidence to continue baking, and printed instructions to guide you along the way.

Please bring a large mixing bowl, sturdy spoon or dough whisk, clean small glass jar for your starter, an optional apron, your yoga mat and a water bottle.

No prior yoga or sourdough experience is necessary. All levels are welcome.

Saturday, October 3 @ 12-2p @ THE KULA COLLECTIVE
$55 / $41 for members

The "tween" stage of life brings about many changes, joys, and challenges to the young ones we love aged 9-12. Yoga can help your tween feel at home in their body and supported by a community of peers.

Enroll your tween in an hour long class, led by Ella, and catered to the “tween” years. The group will be led through age appropriate poses, yoga-themed activities, and meditation during a playful time intended to promote regulation and a sense of calm.

Tuesday, October 6 @ 4:30-5:30p @ WEALTHY
$25 / $19 for members

Parents, add your child as a family member to your Kula Yoga MindBody account under "Family Members," then register your child for Tween Yoga. Have your tween wear comfortable clothes they can easily move in, and bring a yoga mat and water bottle.

Ella will lead children aged 3-7 through 60 minutes of yoga and mindfulness themed group practices and free play in Studio 1 while adults enjoy class in Studio 2!

Wednesdays beginning October 7
$12 / child

Learn more here!

Subconscious Renewal: Yoga Nidra + Acupuncture

Join your Kula and our pals from Grand Wellness for a blissful pairing of Yoga Nidra and Acupuncture. Chill out on a Saturday midmorning while Rei guides you through a special Nidra practice designed to facilitate a complete release of all body tension and lead you to a deeper level of consciousness and ease. Our pals from Grand Wellness will place therapeutic needles on each student to enhance the release of tension and tap into the body's healing potential during the Yoga Nidra practice.

Yoga Nidra is a practice of deep, meditative relaxation. Students rest comfortably in Savasana during an extended guided meditation where they linger in the delicate state between sleeping and wakefulness. Through the practice, students access the deepest levels of their minds and examine long held beliefs and habits.

Acupuncture taps into the body's innate ability to heal by inserting small needles at specific points to regulate and restore balance.

Saturday, October 10 @ 11a-12:15p @ ROCKFORD
$30 / $23 for members

Under the graceful energy of the Libra New Moon you are invited to pause, restore equilibrium, and plant heartfelt intentions for the relationships you wish to cultivate—with others, with yourself, and with life’s demands. This lunation offers a beautiful opportunity to release people-pleasing tendencies, reconnect with your inner truth, and create a life rooted in harmony, authenticity, and balance.

Gather in sacred community to reflect, restore, and set intentions for a season of peace, meaningful connection, and aligned new beginnings, led by Meagen. The evening will include a shared altar, a grounding guided meditation, time to create intention mirrors, and a 90-minute restorative yoga practice designed to help seal your intentions.

Dress comfortably, bring a yoga mat, a pair of socks, an altar item to place on our shared altar (you’ll take it home at the end of the evening).

Saturday, October 10 @ 6-9p @ WEALTHY
$40 / $30 for members