{"product_id":"intro-to-yoga-class-1","title":"Intro to Yoga Class","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Yoga Right for You?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eYou've been told you should try yoga, but is it right for you? Many people worry about whether they're flexible enough, strong enough, or mobile enough for a yoga class. Plus, it's scary walking into a class for the first time!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThis class is designed for YOU. During this 1-hour class, we'll move gently and slowly to introduce our yoga style and philosophy at The Perch. You'll be invited to be mindful and explore simple movements in your body. We'll do some basic poses and answer any questions you have. Led by Amy Jackson, owner of The Perch, you'll be in great hands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThis intro class is the perfect way to discover what yoga at The Perch is all about. All adults of all abilities are invited.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eJoin us Sunday, November 8 from 4-5 pm at\u003c\/span\u003e The Perch for this in-person workshop!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" color=\"#000000\"\u003eYou're invited to\u003cb\u003e wear comfortable clothing \u003c\/b\u003eyou can move around in. The yoga will be gentle and accessible to all. If you have\u003cb\u003e a yoga mat\u003c\/b\u003e, you're welcome to bring it, but know that we have plenty to borrow. You'll have the opportunity to \u003cstrong\u003etake off your shoes\u003c\/strong\u003e for the yoga portion, so please plan accordingly. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\" color=\"#000000\"\u003eThe Perch is located at 140 S River St. Unit 114, Aurora, IL 60506. Doors open at 3:45 pm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"font_8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Presenter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-right: 6px; float: left;\" alt=\"Amy Jackson\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0018\/1397\/0995\/files\/AIV02292smaller_160x160.jpg?v=1673840778\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmy Jackson\u003c\/strong\u003e is founder and director of The Perch located in Aurora, Illinois. She is the author of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/theperchplace.myshopify.com\/products\/unhurried-book\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnhurried: A 52-Week Meditative Bible Reading Guide\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/theperchplace.myshopify.com\/products\/31-days-of-self-kindness-book\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e31 Days of Self Kindness\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, an RYT-200 yoga teacher, and a certified Wellness and Social-Emotional Learning Facilitator. Jackson also holds an M.A. in Christian Formation and Ministry from Wheaton College. She spends time leading retreats, teaching about soul care, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehelping all sorts of people discover yoga\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. She is passionate about helping people \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ereconnect with their bodies, give themselves kindness,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and live out their calling in healthy, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eflourishing ways.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eWhat People Are Saying About Yoga at The Perch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\"I \u003cstrong\u003ewas actually able to do everything\u003c\/strong\u003e in class!\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\"I never thought I would be a yoga person. Now I \u003cstrong\u003enever miss my class\u003c\/strong\u003e!\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"The mindset and tools that you'll take away have the ability to transform your life! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt is worth every penny\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\"I \u003cstrong\u003esleep so well\u003c\/strong\u003e after yoga class!\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\"Thanks for creating such a \u003cstrong\u003esupportive, healing environment\u003c\/strong\u003e!\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#000000\" style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\"I felt so \u003cstrong\u003esafe and welcomed\u003c\/strong\u003e. And I left feeling so rested!\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#000000\" style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\"I came after \u003cstrong\u003emy PT recommended I start yoga\u003c\/strong\u003e, and I've been here every since.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat will we do during this class?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis intro class is the perfect way to discover what yoga at The Perch is all about. In a very gentle class, Amy Jackson will guide you in simple stretches and movements to increase mindfulness and explain our yoga philosophy at The Perch. All adults of all abilities are invited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this class only for women?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eNo! As always, classes, workshops, retreats, and cohorts offered by The Perch are open to all adults.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat should I bring to class?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003ePlease wear comfortable clothing you can move freely in. If you have a yoga mat, you're welcome to bring it along. Please don't feel like you have to buy a mat for class, though! We have plenty to share. You'll be invited to take off your shoes during our yoga poses, so plan accordingly. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat if I've never practiced yoga poses before?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eThat's perfect! This class is made for you. Our yoga practice will be intentionally inclusive to all. You do not need any prior experience with yoga poses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI have additional questions. How can I contact you?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eIf you have questions about the class, don’t hesitate to reach out! 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