5809 YOGA is a cozy, in-home yoga studio located at 5809 Emerson Avenue in southwest Minneapolis.
The studio offers:
* Yoga classes
* Vishoka Meditation
* Online Classes
* Private sessions
* Ayurvedic consultations
* Yoga Nidra
* Workshops
* Retreats
Classes are donation-only ($10 - $20 suggested donation), based on the practice of dana, selfless generosity.
CLICK HERE for information about classes.
CLICK HERE to meet Sharon Hills-Bonczyk.
* Yoga classes
* Vishoka Meditation
* Online Classes
* Private sessions
* Ayurvedic consultations
* Yoga Nidra
* Workshops
* Retreats
Classes are donation-only ($10 - $20 suggested donation), based on the practice of dana, selfless generosity.
CLICK HERE for information about classes.
CLICK HERE to meet Sharon Hills-Bonczyk.
We are committed to providing the highest quality, safe and informed teaching in meditation and yoga instruction today. As experienced teachers in the traditions of Kripalu Yoga and the Himalayan Institute, we have a dedicated personal practice of yoga and meditation that informs our teaching. We invite you to visit this site frequently for a variety of new and exciting classes, programs, and information.
Please read our Welcome Letter
Audio Classes
These pre-recorded audio classes will provide you with a fulfilling Yoga experience at home. Audio is a wonderful format for cultivating inner-awareness. Our high-quality sound recordings offer a fully immersive experience. Postures are precisely guided with abundant cues so you can follow along with ease. Designed for repeated practice; learn something new each time you listen.
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Yoga for Joy - The Sun Salutation | Sharon
The Sun Salutation (Surya Namaskara), is a series of poses sequenced to create a full practice. It strengthens, stretches, and aligns the entire body. Sharon will lead you through this audio practice with a focus on cultivating joy. Have fun with this! $15 |
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Yoga for Strength & Flexibility: The Moon Salutation | Sharon
This all-levels yoga audio class includes the Moon Salutation, a series of poses delightfully sequenced to increase strength, flexibility, and balance. Like the qualities of the moon, this nourishing practice offers increased clarity, strength, creativity, and well-being. Sharon's clear directions and soothing voice will guide you in and out of poses with grace and ease. $15 |
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Dynamic Kripalu Yoga | Summer
This long-awaited audio class is appropriate for intermediate to advanced-level yogis. Feel refreshed and awakened with dynamic postures, energizing breath-practice and soothing meditation. This audio class is appropriate for intermediate level yogis. $15 |
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Yoga to Feel More Gounded | Sharon
With skillful guidance and soothing words, Sharon will lead you through a calming meditation, gentle posture flow and blissful relaxation designed to help you feel more grounded, steady and resilient. This 60 minute audio class is appropriate for all levels, especially those with previous yoga experience. $15 |
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Yoga for Your Back - Workshop | Sharon
Poor habits of posture, movement, body dynamics and other lifestyle choices can contribute to discomfort in your back and hips. Therapeutic yoga can help! This audio workshop will give you all the tools you need to help prevent and treat back issues. This $35 audio workshop includes:
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Yoga & Relaxation for Kids! | Sharon
Kids love yoga too!! This 50-min yoga class will help to reduce stress, relieve excess energy, and can even help kids go to sleep. It includes fun, playful movement followed by Yoga Nidra (a guided relaxation journey). Great for all ages, including young children if done with a parent. Adults will enjoy it too! $15 |
Video Classes
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Intermediate Yoga | Summer
This intermediate-level yoga class is designed to uplift and energize with invigorating pranayama and strengthening poses. Filmed at sunrise at beautiful Silverwood Park in St. Anthony, MN and with original music by Forefeather Zac HB, this class will bring a smile you your face. $20 |
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Gentle Kripalu Yoga 1: 60-minute Practice | Summer
If you are new to Kripalu Yoga or are just looking for a thorough, rejuvenating practice, this class is for you. Enjoy this 60-minute sequence that includes breathing and relaxation. $20 Gentle Kripalu Yoga 2: Neck & Shoulders | Summer
Enjoy this 60-minute video yoga practice with poses and movements that specifically target the neck and shoulders. Summer offers clear verbal cues and a demonstration of each posture - making it easy for you to find proper alignment and bring ease to joints and soar muscles. $20 |
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Gentle Kripalu Yoga 3: Hips & Low Back | Summer
Enjoy this 60-minute video yoga practice with poses and movements that specifically target the hips and lower back. Summer offers clear verbal cues and a demonstration of each posture - making it easy for you to find proper alignment and bring ease to joints and soar muscles. $20 |
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Gentle Kripalu Yoga: Three-Part Series | Summer
Buy all three videos from Summer's popular Gentle Kripalu Yoga Video series and receive $8 off. Summer Hills-Bonczyk is an experienced Kripalu yoga teacher, college professor and dedicated yogi. With careful guidance and demonstration, this series will give you a well-rounded introduction to Kripalu Yoga practice and leave you feeling balanced, restored and empowered. $52 |
Guided Meditations (Audio)
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Yoga Nidra 3 - The 61 Points | Sharon
Tremendously soothing and healing, Yoga Nidra is important for physical health, mental stability, and boosting the immune system. It is more restful than sleep. This 61-point practice is highly rejuvenating, refreshing, and very potent. For those struggling with difficulties of any kind, this practice is a sanctuary and a healing balm. This non-movement practice is appropriate for all levels. $15 |
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Guided Meditation for Grounding | Zac
Right now the whole world is on pause. Why not lean into this moment of global quiet by adding meditation to your daily routine. This 15-minute audio meditation is just what you need to enliven your practice. Enjoy Zac's skillful guidance and creativity for this "mindfulness snack" any time of day or night. Appropriate for all levels. $15 |
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Gate of Breath - Original Music for Yoga | Forefeather (Zac)
This sweet and immersive soundscape is the perfect accompaniment for a personal yoga practice, meditation, or easy listening around the house. Forefeather's soothing tenor voice, and gentle, groovy rhythms vibrate with sincerity. His bandmate, Amy Grace (vocals), is featured on track 2, providing a layer of soulful harmony. Gate of Breath has a full-bodied, yogic flavor with just a dash of hip hop. $10 |
We generously offer these resources to you at a low cost. We invite you to practice Dana, selfless generosity as a donation from your heart. Contributions of any amount are equally appreciated. Thank you!
In an effort to make these classes available to all, we offer discounts to those who are experiencing financial vulnerability or are unable to afford classes at full price.
Please contact [email protected] for more information.
Please contact [email protected] for more information.