Celebrate National Yoga Month by returning to your mat!
Parishioner Patrice McFarlane of Open Space Studio returns this fall to lead Calm by the Creek, Monday noon yoga practice. Whether you’re an experienced yogi or brand new to the practice, you’re invited to come as you are, bring your mat and props if you have them, and build strength, flexibility and balance—all while having fun and creating community.
Patrice reminds us that our greatest ally in change is perseverance, not perfection. This fall, she invites you to put that idea into practice with a special Return to Your Mat six-week challenge, September 21–October 26. Make a commitment to yourself to practice each Monday as we use the changing season to nurture a little change in ourselves, too. And if you need to miss a week, no worries—the goal is simply to make your practice a priority.
Mark your calendar, invite a friend and join us each Monday at noon. All experience levels are welcome!
Space is limited and registration is required — even if you can’t attend every session, come when you can.
What to Bring
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Yoga mat (bring an extra mat or kneeling pad if you like more cushioning)
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Large towel or blanket for comfort (optional)
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1–2 yoga blocks (optional)
We look forward to sharing this peaceful and renewing Season of Light with you.
MORE ABOUT OPEN SPACE YOGA
Open Space Yoga is a weekly opportunity to join with others to start, restart or deepen your yoga practice. Taught by parishioner and yoga instructor, Patrice McFarlane, this weekly class is open to yogis of all levels of experience. Expect to flow through a steady and thoughtful yoga practice to promote the physical benefits of yoga including increased flexibility, strength, balance, and respiration while making peace with stillness to leave you calm and centered. In this Vinyasa-style class, you will be compassionately challenged and uplifted while deepening your connection with body, mind, and breath.
About Our Teacher – Patrice McFarlane, RYT 200
Patrice combines her lifetime love of movement with her passion for wellness and service to others as a yoga teacher and owner of Open Space Studio. She offers classes suitable for all experience levels and encourages a sense of exploration and acceptance on the mat. Her clear and informational style makes her classes a welcoming place for all students. Her mission is to help people discover better health and mindful restoration through an emphasis on physical alignment, intentional breathing, and meditation. Patrice holds several teacher certifications through Yoga Alliance and BarreAbove. A former HR Consultant, she appreciates helping others discover, grow and achieve their goals and aspirations. Patrice loves music which she often incorporates into her classes and is currently learning to sail on the beautiful lakes of Minnesota.
Class Schedule – Open Space Studio
- Mondays at Noon (starting 10/6): St. Stephen’s Church, 50th & Wooddale, Edina. Donation-based, give as you are able.
- Wednesdays at 9:30 AM: Eden Prairie Community Center (in person + virtual).
- Saturdays, monthly beginning October: Eden Prairie Community Center Membership info here
