By Debbie Hall
Yiddish Yoga connects creativity with well-being through a new form of movement and sound known as Yiddish Yoga A Bisl Sholem (A Bit Of Peace) on Sunday, April 19, from 11 a.m. to noon at the Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum. The session provides an opportunity for participants to slow down, regroup, and redefine themselves through a deliberate combination of yoga and music.
The program, led by Heather Klein and Candace Martin, welcomes everyone, regardless of their past experiences, by meshing artistic expression with restorative practices in a way that is both fun and relaxing. Heather Klein is a classically trained soprano who brings a breadth of experience through Yiddish performance, Jewish prayer traditions, as well as influences from around the globe, as she is also a composer, producer, and artist around the world creating songs; Candace Martin leads through light movement and spring as a basis for creating an understanding of openness, ease, comfortableness.
As the museum’s mission is to encourage artistic expression, mindfulness, and community building, Yiddish Yoga provides a safe, supportive environment where participants come together as individuals and in groups. The combination of “a bisl” (little) movement and live music helps establish a sense of rhythm, allowing participants to feel grounded and refreshed.
Attendees should bring their yoga mat(s) and any other props they may need to feel comfortable during class. Whether someone was drawn to the class by the music, movement, or the beautiful museum environment, they will leave with an even greater sense of calm, community, and contentment.
The event is presented by the Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum, 5850 North Park St. Tickets are $30 (museum admission included). To register and learn more, click here.
