Summer Solstice 108 Flow

The summer solstice marks the longest day of the year and the start of astronomic summer. It always occurs between 20th and 22nd June in the Northern hemisphere. The changing of seasons are a time of transformation, change, nature  and new beginnings. So this time of year is an opportunity to take stock, set our intentions and review those we might have made at New Year. We can use our yoga practice to support this process by including practices that create heat in the body and build our inner strength.

The summer solstice is also a time to honor the sun. International Yoga Day falls on June 21st each year, and is often celebrated around the world by performing 108 Sun Salutations. Completing 108 Sun Salutations can make you feel more focused, disciplined, strong, and resilient.

This class will be 90 minutes long, where we will make out way to 108. We will begin with a brief centering, start flowing slowly, and then start to link movement with breath. Your instructor will keep track of the count, and you can simply move and be.

Please remember, that you do not have to do what your body doesn't want to do. Modifcations and variations will be taught, and it is critical that you do what is best for you.

This event is offered on a sliding scale rate. Sliding scale rates are made to foster community and care. Please read through the sliding scale rate options and see where you may want to contribute. I trust your discernment to make a choice that is right for you. Here are Zen Lab's recommendations:

• $15 - Select this rate to pay for the work behind the scenes, and production of class. This is the standard rate.
• $5 - Select this rate if it has been a hard month, you are a student, paying extra monthly in student loans or medical bills, or identify as black, brown, indigenous, or a person of color (BIPOC).
• $25 - Select this rate if you are experiencing a good month financially, have generational wealth, money in stocks/bonds, or simply want to tip your instructor. This rate pays for the standard rate of class as well as tips your teacher.