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        Mindful State Yoga is dedicated to the health and wholeness of our community.

      Our mission is to promote health and wellbeing for ALL in this space of authentic community

      where minds and hearts are open, diversity is celebrated, and everyone is honored.


      We look forward to practicing with you!

       

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      MINDFUL STATE YOGA COVID-19 Procedures - What to expect:

      To protect and support the well-being of our community, we are implementing procedures in compliance with the directives of the Arkansas Department of Health and Yoga Alliance.  A screening and temperature check will be required upon arrival. Students answering yes to any screening question will not be admitted to class at this time. Arkansas Department of Health advises that you may wish to refrain from entering if you are  65 years of age or older or have underlying health conditions including high blood pressure, chronic lung disease, diabetes, severe obesity, asthma, or weakened immunity.


      Screening questions include:

                                                     

      Have you or anyone in your household:

      1. Had contact with a person known to be infected with COVID-19 within the previous 14 days?

      2. Had a fever of 100.4°F or greater in the last two (2) days?

      3. Had a cough, difficulty breathing, sore throat, or loss of taste or smell?


      Electronic payment in advance is preferable. All students must bring their own yoga mat and props. Premium mats and props are available for purchase in the studio lobby.


      Upon Arrival:

      All students and staff must maintain required physical distance during check-in and while in the lobby, studio and other common areas (currently 6 feet). Please do not congregate or visit inside the studio. Staff and students must wear face coverings, except during the practice. Your experience will be as touch-less as possible. All doors will be open for you, and we will check you into class. Please place your mat on one of the designated spots and maintain the required 12 foot distance during practice.


      We will be using Force Of Nature brand disinfectant which is non-toxic and is approved and included on the Environmental Protection Agency’s “List N: Disinfectants for use against SARS-COV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19” For more information: External link opens in new tab or windowhttps://www.forceofnatureclean.com/ref/mindfulstateyoga/



         

      Class Descriptions

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      root – an inclusive foundational practice

      This grounding, centering class focuses on the fundamentals of a yoga practice.  With emphasis on the safety principles of alignment and building poses from the ground up, we will explore basic yoga postures and yogic breathing practices.  We will gradually build strength, core awareness, balance, flexibility and endurance during this inclusive, foundational practice.

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      rise – a hatha practice for balance & strength


      This hatha-style yoga class focuses on slow mindful movement connected to breath.  This slower, yet steady pace gives you time to explore and move deeper into poses, elevating your practice.  This practice is designed to deepen awareness of the mind/body while building strength and flexibility.

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      flow – a revitalizing vinyasa practice to build endurance


      This Vinyasa style yoga class synchronizes breath with movement as we flow through an intentional sequence of poses. Designed to develop muscle tone and increase endurance, this class will keep you moving while using the breath to guide the practice.


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      surrender – a yin practice connecting breath with deep release

      This yin-style yoga class is designed for those who desire deeper stretches in the body and the felt sense of flexibility and learning to let go.  In this class, we focus on static movement and breath work, gently moving into the connective tissue and holding passive yoga poses for longer periods of time.

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      release – a restorative practice for stress relief & deep relaxation


      This restorative-style class supports you in deep relaxation. Using props that allow you to deeply relax, gentle poses are held for longer periods of time to invite the release of stress, to nourish and restore the body/mind.

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      be - a mindfulness meditation practice to soothe & focus the mind


      This 45-minute mindfulness meditation class is designed to cultivate awareness, concentration, emotional stability, and compassion. Experience a variety of guided meditation practices including breath awareness, body scan, mindful movement, self-compassion, and lovingkindness. The qualities cultivated in BE are woven throughout all of our yoga classes.

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      support


      This gentle yoga class is practiced using chairs for support in various postures, and is designed to mindfully increase range of motion while meeting students where they are.

       

      Without having to get up or down off the floor, this class is ideal for students who need extra support as they increase mobility, flexibility and balance on their healing journey.

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      rise and be


      A blend of breath practice, mindful movement and meditation, this class is designed to deepen awareness of the body and mind while building strength, flexibility, concentration, emotional stability, and compassion.

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      balance


      This specialized yoga class is designed to address imbalances in the bodymind by exploring the charkas, koshas, and doshas. We will use specific flowing yoga postures/movements, breathing practices, meditations/visualizations, along with a variety of tools (essential oils, colors, chanting/sounds, kriyas, mudras, and affirmations/mantras) to explore subtle energy in the bodymind.


      Suggested props: yoga mat, strap, block, journal and pen. Optional: blanket and/or bolster


      Prerequisites: open heart and mind

      Skill Levels

      Many of our classes are offered at different skill levels so that you can choose the pace and intensity of your practice. Check the current schedule for availability.


      Level 0 –Designed to soothe, relax and restore with postures on the back, belly, and booty.

      Level 1 – Beginner friendly and perfect for all practitioners seeking a slow and steady pace with plenty of instruction and modifications offered to give you an understanding of basic asana (postures), alignment, and yogic breath practices.

      Level 2 – These classes move with a moderate pace and level of intensity for the intermediate student. Sequences will include progression toward more advanced postures and variations, including balance and core work. Well balanced, these classes are a blend of strength, flow, and rest.

      Level 3 – These classes offer a vigorous pace and higher level of intensity for the advanced student. Guaranteed to produce heat, these strong vinyasa flow (one breath + one movement) sequences include opportunities for arm balances, core work, and more complex asana.  Previous yoga experience highly recommended.

      Level All - Come as you are! All Levels classes are suitable for beginners and experienced students. Intermediate and advanced options will be given and you are encouraged to take variations that suit you best.

      Mixed level - If a class is listed with a combination of levels, for example “1-2”, the class will be primarily level one with some elements of level 2.



      Class Pricing

       ALL ACCESS MEMBERSHIP: $80 per month

       -unlimited in-studio and live stream classes

      -10% discount on gear and apparel

      -pop-up classes for AA members only

      -MSY AA tee

      -One year contract, with monthly auto-pay required

      (via credit/debit card.)


      Single class: $15

      5 classes $70

      10 classes $120

       

      GRATITUDE  DISCOUNT  for teachers, students, & first responders

      Single $12

      5 classes: $55

      10 classes: $100

      Semester $300 (9/1-12/31)

      In-studio purchase only, must show ID


      Other Classes Offered at Mindful State Yoga

      Baby & Me / Toddler & Me Yoga


      The postnatal period is a period of transformation, and Amy’s Baby & Me and Toddler & Me classes offer parents a gentle practice to help guide post-birth recovery, bond with their baby, and connect with other new parents. These classes offer all of the benefits of postnatal yoga while also bringing the baby into the yoga space. Baby & Me Classes are intended for newborn to crawling age; walking babies through age two should attend Toddler & Me Classes.


      Fertility Yoga


      Amy’s Fertility Yoga Class is a twelve-week series designed for people seeking to become parents now or in the future and/or improving their chances of conception. Practices in mind/body/spirit designed specifically for fertility will be introduced. To that end, this class provides a supportive, encouraging, empowering, safe, nurturing, and relaxing space for parents-to-be as we work to open and create space for creation, calm the mind, open the heart, reduce stress, increase oxygen to the tissues, bring blood flow to the pelvis, and unblock energetic obstructions. No yoga experience is required. Amy offers Fertility Yoga in regular series in order to build a sense of community and support.


      Postnatal Yoga


      Amy’s Postnatal Class is designed for the postnatal period as the parent’s mind and body are still transitioning. This class focuses on gentle, restorative, nurturing postures and practices that help speed recovery, reconnect mind and body, and help battle postpartum depression. The sequences are created to bring a new parent increased energy, focus, relaxation, and increased self-esteem. Postnatal yoga can help new parents facing recovery from the physical effects of birth, including stretched and loose abdominal skin and muscles; a stretched pelvic floor and cervix (if vaginal birth) or recovery from abdominal surgery (if caesarean birth); tight back and hips; neck and back pain; and physical exhaustion. Postnatal yoga can help new parents facing emotional issues post-birth as well, including adjusting to new roles, sleep deprivation, mood swings, and emotional exhaustion. While it is best to get approval from a healthcare provider to begin this or any postpartum activity, a general rule is 4-6 weeks after a delivery and 6-8 weeks after a caesarean delivery are appropriate times to begin postnatal yoga.


      YOGA INSTRUCTORS

      Stephanie Eddleman, RYT 200

      Stephanie Eddleman
      For Stephanie, yoga has been a central practice as she healed from the many years she spent judging herself and her body, feeling disconnected from her inner knowing and her body’s wisdom. Through yoga, she has learned both self-acceptance and how to lean gently towards growth. Her personal practice has increased her strength, flexibility, balance, and mindfulness, and she incorporates these elements in every class she teaches. Her intention is to inhabit her body with grace, strength, and ease, and to model these traits for her students.  Stephanie holds an RYT 200 certification through Yoga Alliance. She is also an English professor, a certified Life Coach, and a Reiki II practitioner.

      Jenny J. Edwards, M.S., CCC-SLP; ERYT 200; TSY-140; ACE GFI

      Jenny Edwards

      Jenny began her yoga journey several years ago after the need for healing that yoga provided. She received her RYT-500 through Yogafit Worldwide Training Systems, and is an experienced yoga teacher through Yoga Alliance.  She is also a continuing education provider through Yoga Alliance.  Jenny has specialty training in the area of trauma sensitive yoga through Yogafit for Warriors/PTSD.  She is also certified through the American Council of Exercise. Future aspirations include becoming a Master Teacher Trainer with Yogafit Worldwide Training Systems, Inc.  Jenny would also like to pursue a specialty in Ayurveda.


      She enjoys learning about and growing in the art and sciences of yoga and Ayurveda. Jenny enjoys leading group classes and private, trauma sensitive, yoga sessions. She also holds a Master’s of Science degree in Speech and Hearing Science and has been a certified pediatric Speech Language Pathologist for many years.

      Rachel Frost, RYT 200

      Rachel found yoga in college shortly after noticing the effects that mental and emotional stress place on the physical body. She was amazed when she discovered that yoga is a practice which strengthens both the mind and the body while focusing on the importance of the breath.

       

      In 2020, Rachel obtained her RYT 200 hour certification through the Yoga Alliance. She is excited to now share this gift with others. Rachel is passionate about pointing out the good in others and encouraging the individual to be the best they can be in all aspects of life.

       

      After college, Rachel plans to pursue a career in mental health and counseling. In today’s fast-paced culture, Rachel hopes students leave her classes feeling refreshed and ready to live purposefully and intentionally both on and off the mat.

      Lisa Fuller, RYT 200

      Lisa Fuller
      Lisa first discovered yoga over twenty years ago when she was pregnant with her youngest child. In 2013, after she experienced the powerful therapeutic effects of yoga during a difficult divorce, she decided that she wanted to share yoga with others. Lisa completed her RYT-200 yoga teacher training with Sage Yoga Schools in Little Rock, Arkansas, and has also completed training with YogaFaith's Adaptive program. YF-A focuses on teaching yoga to those with prosthetics, people who have larger bodies, and others who may need more specific modifications in order to enjoy yoga.  Lisa’s classes focus on creating a welcoming, non-judgmental environment, and she believes that yoga is truly for everybody and is also for every BODY. Her goal is to help people get out of their head, reconnect with their bodies, and feel comfortable in their skin. Lisa is completing a masters in Clinical Mental Health and hopes to incorporate yoga therapy into her counseling practice.

      Anna Harris, RYT 200

      Anna may be new to teaching, but she’s not new to yoga. She began her home practice in the late 90’s and found her way to her first studio class in 2005, learning and growing under MSY’s very own Kelly James. Practicing with Kelly led Anna to discover how much she enjoyed holding space with other students and taught her the importance of proper alignment. Over the years, Anna has found that practicing with a variety of teachers has nurtured her growth as a student of yoga.


      Anna has been a self-employed hairstylist for many years, so staying active is important to her since her profession can be physically demanding. Yoga has helped her with stress, mobility, flexibility, stamina, and mental and physical balance--all benefits she hopes to teach her students. Anna wants her students to know that they should feel welcome to come to yoga as they are and that all they need to practice is their breath. Anna is a Yoga Alliance certified RYT 200.

      Kelly James, RYT 500

      Kelly James
      Kelly’s first yoga practice was in the summer of 2003, and she fell in love with yoga with her first forward fold. Very soon afterward, Kelly completed her RYT- 200 and has been teaching anywhere from 4 to 12 practices a week since then. Kelly recently finished her 300-Hour Yoga Certification in Holistic Practices through Balance Yoga and Wellness. She is trained to teach Hatha yoga, prenatal yoga, and yoga for health care. Kelly has practiced yoga all over Europe, Asia and the United States. She loves learning from other teachers and then bringing that knowledge back to her students.  Kelly’s goal for her classes is to get her students in proper alignment through her words and her subtle, gentle adjustments. She is passionate about helping others feel better; move with more ease; open their minds, bodies and Spirits; and live a more peaceful, balanced life.

      Kurtis Laughlin, RYFT 200

      Kurtis Laughlin
      Kurtis began his personal yoga practice in early 2018 after attending a trauma sensitive yoga class. His intention was learning to cope with anxieties from past traumas and pursuing a lifestyle of peace.  As he deepened his practice, he wanted to encourage others and help them on their journey.  Kurtis is a certified RYFT 200 hour through Yoga Faith and will be pursuing his Trauma sensitive certification in June. He has experience working as an RN for the past four years and is passionate about the holistic approach toward healing the mind, the body, and the spirit. Kurtis’s classes emphasize restorative forms as he guides students to explore breath through gentle movement.

      Teresa McLeod, RYT 200

      Teresa Mcleod
      Teresa is a 30-yr. breast cancer survivor. At 55 yrs. old, she experienced her very first yoga class.  Motivated to share the healing power of yoga with other cancer survivors, Teresa began the yoga teacher training program at the Arkansas Yoga Center in Fayetteville, Arkansas, and became a registered yoga teacher through Yoga Alliance in 2007, a decision she counts as one of the best in her life. Teresa believes everyone should strive to be healthy in body, mind, and spirit, and her goal is to introduce as many people to a yoga practice as possible. She views yoga not as exercise but as a way of life, and it is her passion to help people manage their stress and anxiety.

      Hannah McMullen, RYT 200

      Hannah was introduced to yoga when she was fifteen. She grew up playing soccer and competing in gymnastics but found that yoga provided an important balance to her high intensity fitness lifestyle. Yoga held a space for her to slow down, breathe, and release anxiety. Hannah understands how mental and emotional health play a vast role in overall health. Yoga has become a vital outlet to express this belief. In 2017, she completed her training at YogaFaith (RYT-200). Along with teaching yoga, Hannah is a mental health therapist (LCSW) who works with people to find healing from depression and anxiety. In both areas of work, Hannah aims to help people reconnect with their truest self to find peace, rest, and confidence.

      Ferrin Michalek, RYT 200

      Ferrin Mcalek
      Ferrin embraced the wisdom of Eleanor Roosevelt, “Do one thing every day that scares you,” when she entered a yoga class for the first time in 2011. Anxious and intimidated but also open to learning, she had no idea then that yoga would ultimately change her life for the better. Years as a registered nurse, as well as going through a divorce, had left her feeling empty, and she turned to yoga to help her feel like herself again. In yoga, she has found the techniques that have quieted her mind, connected her to her body, lifted her spirit, and deepened her appreciation for life. Ferrin is a registered 200-hour yoga teacher, with additional training in prenatal, postnatal, fertility, and yin. In her classes, Ferrin strives to establish an atmosphere for everyone to enjoy yoga because she believes that yoga is for everyone. Ferrin will soon graduate with a master’s degree as a family nurse practitioner.

      Todd Miller, RYT 200

      Todd started his yoga journey in2015 on the advice of a friend as a way to relieve chronic pain due to injuries. As his practice deepened, he learned there was more to yoga than just physical benefits, discovering relief from stress and tension with simple movement and breath. He fell in love with yoga and got his 200 hour certification so that he could share the benefits of yoga with others.

      Olivia Nutt, RYT 200

      For Olivia, yoga is not just about what is practiced inside the studio; rather it is bringing the practice into everyday life. It’s about being reminded of our truest, most authentic and whole selves every time we leave the mat. Olivia’s passion for teaching yoga stems from her own experience working through anxiety, which has been transformative and restorative for her. She desires to build community through yoga, sharing the practice with ALL people. She holds an RYT 200 certification through Yoga Alliance.

      Amy Qualls, RYT 200

      Amy Qualls

      Amy found yoga in 2003 when she was searching for a healthy outlet for the stress she was experiencing while completing her graduate studies in literature. Yoga has taught Amy to nurture a quiet mind; it has embedded a deep respect for her physical body and the bodies of others; and it has helped her approach life with balance. Amy is a yoga alliance certified RYT 200 and has additional certifications in Yin, Fertility, Prenatal, and Postnatal yoga. Amy’s classes seek to share the benefits that she has learned through a strong, regular yoga practice with others. She carefully and intentionally creates sequences to connect breath, movement, and stillness to help her students care for their spirit, body, and mind in a world that continues to move people in directions away from holistic wellness. Amy is an English professor and teaches classes in literature, writing, and film.


      Private Sessions are available with Amy. Times can vary based on studio and schedule availability.


      Laurie Swain, RYT 200

      Laurie began her yoga practice in 2000, and through it discovered the gift of mindful presence, which inspired her to explore meditation off the mat. She jokes that while she committed to yoga right away, she flirted with meditation for years before finding a way to practice that was personal, powerful and sustainable. It was in taking the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Program that she found her path. Experiencing the benefits of a dedicated meditation practice that is more a way of being than a thing to do, she felt called to share it with others. She holds Teacher Certification in MBSR from The Center for Mindfulness in Medicine, Health Care, and Society at the UMASS Medical School.
       
      After practicing yoga for 20 years, Laurie completed her RYT-200 yoga teacher training with Blue Yoga Nyla, while founding Mindful State Yoga. She experiences and teaches yoga as a moving meditation and an act of love.

      Laurie teaches meditation, yoga, self-compassion, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction programs. She holds a Master’s degree in Social Work and is a Psychotherapist and Certified Life Coach. She enjoys collaborating with others in the creation and cultivation of an authentic, empowered and fulfilling life, on and off the mat.

      Cheryl Weaver, RYT 200, TSY-56

      Cheryl Weaver
      Cheryl discovered yoga over 10 years ago as a practice to help alleviate stress and physical pain but over time realized the practice of strength, balance and flexibility on the mat also translated and benefitted her off the mat resulting in physical, emotional and spiritual restoration.  In 2016 she attended an instructor training through YogaFaith to deepen her personal practice and through the training process realized her desire to share the gift of yoga with others. She is a yoga alliance certified RYT200 and holds an additional certification in trauma sensitive yoga. A professional portrait photographer who previously owned a photography studio, she loved being able to present images to her clients that allowed them to see their true, unique beauty. This is the same approach she takes to yoga – encouraging her students to experience love for themselves and others as they gain deeper revelation of how much they are loved by the creator of the universe. She has a passion for guiding others through classes that intentionally offer restoration to the body, soul and spirit. Her classes are accessible to all levels and beginners are welcome.

       

      Studio Manager - Spencer Wright

      Spencer is deeply passionate about walking alongside others towards wholeness, towards life abundant. An unorthodox student, Spencer recently graduated from Harding University with a degree entitled, Intercultural Studies, which he created with aid from faculty mentors. Spencer believes his undergraduate career helped prepare him to be the kind of person who has an eye for and an ear for difference, as well as one with the relational skills to build bridges between different kinds of people—and so, foster a beautifully diverse community. Mindful State Yoga’s mission is to welcome and celebrate ALL kinds of people; it’s this statement of purpose that Spencer says drew him towards accepting the position of studio manager. “It is my (Spencer) desire that my presence would further MSY’s mission, and transform a beautiful hope into a reality.”

      “I consider myself a newcomer to yoga. I’ve grown to deeply appreciate the practice, for it encourages me to slow down and to come near to my heart—to wake up to a world full of beauty and goodness. Yoga is not some magical experience for me, rather I think  of it as pathway I am learning to take that leads me towards realizing my birthright of wholeness. The opportunity to work at Mindful State is special to me, I get to share a gift with others that has been given to me, yoga—presence."

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