The Whole of Yoga - A Foundational and Experiential Weekend
A Circle Yoga Shala Program — Hosted by Empowered Spaces in St. Louis, Missouri
Three gatherings, three hours each — Come to one, or move through all three together.
January 30 and 31, 2027
Session 1: Saturday 9am - 12pm
Session 2: Saturday 2pm - 5pm
Session 3: Sunday 9am - 12pm
$75 per session | $200 for the whole weekend
Yoga is more than a physical practice, yet few of us are taught how the different pieces fit together, or what they are ultimately aiming toward.
The Whole of Yoga is a three-part workshop that offers a clear introduction to a fuller understanding and experience of the Yoga practice.
It is for those who are completely new to Yoga, those who still consider themselves beginners, and those who have been practicing for some time but sense there is something more to Yoga than what they have encountered so far.
This weekend offers a way to understand not only how to practice, but why. We’ll explore what different practices are intended to cultivate and how they work together as parts of a larger system. We will explore several essential dimensions of practice, including asana (posture practice), pranayama (breath work), and meditation.
No previous experience is necessary.
You don't need to be flexible, know any poses, understand Yoga philosophy, or already know how to meditate.
And if you have been practicing for years, this weekend is an invitation to return to the foundations with fresh eyes and perhaps discover something that has been missing from your practice.
Session 1: What Are We Practicing Toward?
Why do we begin with the body and the practice of postures, and how do you know when you're practicing them “right”?
Session 2: Why Do We Work With the Breath?
What does breathing have to do with Yoga beyond coordinating breath with movement?
Session 3: How Do We Work With the Mind?
What is meditation for and how does it help you take Yoga practice off the mat?
Each session includes accessible philosophy teaching, guided practice, and processing (time to reflect on your experience, share what you noticed, ask questions, and receive guidance).
Curious about going deeper?
If this weekend sparks an interest in exploring Yoga more deeply, Circle Yoga Shala also offers a Foundational Yoga Teacher Training — a 200-hour teacher training, hosted here at Empowered Spaces beginning in April 2027.
The January weekend is a chance to experience the Circle Yoga Shala approach and get a feel for the way they teach. You do not need to be planning to become a yoga teacher to attend, and attending the weekend does not require you to enroll in the full teacher training.
Health and Safety Precautions
We value community care and showing up for one another. Currently: Masks are optional. Please stay home if you have symptoms, test positive, or were exposed to someone with COVID-19. We use a HEPA air purifier in the studio. If anyone would like to participate and would only feel comfortable if everyone is masked, please email Kelly kkcaul@yahoo.com.
Accessibility
The Empowered Spaces studio is located on the ground floor. There is a 12-car parking lot adjacent to the studio & additional free parking on neighborhood streets. Restroom is wheelchair-accessible and ramp-accessible in the main building. Please reach out to Kelly kkcaul@yahoo.com if there is anything more we can do to make our offerings more accessible. Empowered Spaces is committed to accessibility, and strives to be accessible and inclusive of all abilities and all individuals.
Questions?
Contact Kelly kelly@empoweredspaces.net