Happy May! Here’s a look at who will be teaching our Saturday community class this month 🦋
GENTLE YOGA ~ every Monday, Friday & Saturday 10 to 11am
Step into a gentle, welcoming environment where your pace, your breath, and your story are honored. Our trauma-informed yoga class is designed to support healing, empowerment, and self-regulation through mindful movement and breathwork.
This class emphasizes safety, choice, and non-judgment, inviting you to reconnect with your body in a compassionate and empowering way. Movements are simple, grounding, and adaptable; modifications and options are offered without pressure or expectation. There’s no need for prior yoga experience—just a willingness to show up as you are.
Led by an experienced Yoga For All Movement instructor trained in trauma-sensitive practices, this class avoids triggering language, hands-on adjustments, or any pressure to perform. Instead, you’ll find a space to explore stillness, reconnect with your body, and cultivate presence at your own comfort level.
Mats and other props are provided. All are welcome!
Did you know we offer yoga for seniors every day of the (work) week? Plus, our 3 weekly community classes (slide 2 ➡️) are senior-friendly!
These 10 weekly classes offered at local senior and community centers across @santacruzcounty are low-cost, accessible, and welcoming to all. Come as you are, leave more connected to your body and community!
Join us for gentle movement:
💟 Gentle Yoga ~ @scotts_valley_senior_center 💟
Monday / Wednesday / Friday 8am
💟 Bilingual Chair Yoga ~ Watsonville Senior Center 💟
Tuesday / Thursday 9am
Tuesday / Thursday 10:15am
💟 Gentle Yoga ~ @londonnelsoncenter 💟
Monday / Friday* / Saturday 10am
(*hybrid - option to attend virtually via Zoom)
#yogaforall #yogaforallmovement #accessibleyoga #yogaforseniors #yogaforeveryone
Our next thank you is to our inspiring teachers, devoted to our mission of making yoga accessible for all. Every week, they teach 22 trauma-sensitive yoga and mindfulness classes in local jails, recovery centers, mental health facilities, schools, juvenile hall, senior centers, and more—plus three donation-based classes that are open to the public at @londonnelsoncenter . A number of them shared a sampling of our offerings yesterday at Yoga For All Day in Downtown Santa Cruz!
To date, we have trained more than 50 teachers and continue to offer monthly workshops to our 30+ active teachers. We value equity, and, after many years of being volunteer-based, are so proud to compensate our teachers for the important work they do. They are the heart of our YFAMily, and we’re so grateful!
Our annual fundraiser directly supports them—and we’re at 65% of our goal! Learn more at the link in our bio.
Share in our values of accessibility, inclusion, and transformative justice and want to be a part of the movement? We’d love to meet you! Reach out to us at the link in our bio. ❤️🔥
📸: the wonderful @jim.pancoast 🙏
Hand on heart, hang in there. Don't give up hope, darling.
And if you're anywhere in driving/biking distance to 🚘 Santa Cruz, CA ~ join us in solidarity for justice, equity, collective care, restorative justice, revolutionary love, and access to healing for all TOMORROW ‼️
FREE yoga, soundbath, live music, inspiring revolutionary talks, incredible giveaways, and community JOY!
Yoga for All Day
12-4pm
Downtown Santa Cruz
Pacific Ave between Locust & Church St
Raising awareness for @yogaforallmovement
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Thank you to our incredible staff, teachers, volunteers, board members, founders, donors, supporters and all the incredible presenters generously offering our community this incredible gathering!
♥️ (tagging many of you here!)
#yoga #yfam #yogaforall #yogaforallmovement #santacruz #santacruzyoga #justice #equity #access #compassion #collectivecare
The countdown is on ‼️ The first annual YOGA FOR ALL DAY in Downtown Santa Cruz commences this Saturday, and we’re so excited to share what we have in store for you — swipe to view our schedule and more!
We hope to see you there! Let us know you’re coming at the link in our bio. 🙏🏼❤️🔥
This week join us to feel seen, heard, and understood. ✨
THE GREEN ROOM 💚 Open to all music industry professionals. 9AM PT / 12PM ET
IN TUNE 💕 Open to all music industry professionals and their family members
*Please note that our WAVES group will not be held this week
For more information, visit www.backline.care
Spending some time today going through old galleries and trying to pick favorites for a little portfolio update and IT’S SO HARD!!
So I’m doing a little throwback today from my first year in business…can you believe it? This gallery marks my first full year running my photography business and I’m still so proud of those photos today. 🥲 It also helps when your clients are best friends and basically models. 😁
Some of my earliest galleries are still my favorite!! To my fellow photogs, what do you think of your earlier galleries? I’m curious!
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#throwbacktuesday #oldiesbutgoodies #bayareafamilyphotographer #norcalfamilyphotographer #sffamilyphotographer #sanfranciscofamilyphotographer #adventurefamilyphotographer #docustylefamilyphotos #documentarystyle #docustylephotography #adventurefamilyphotos #heartfulmagazine #skylermairephotography #beachfamilyphotos
Just a reminder to let loose and try not to overthink things at your family photos! The images will more authentically reflect you and your fam at this stage in your lives, and you’ll be so much more grateful for that down the line. ❤️
Always such a blast photographing you guys year after year. 😝 Love you!!!
Shot on digital and film. 🎞️ ❤️
Start the year strong with Backline’s Communities! 🌟
Join us as we kick off 2025 with fresh energy, connection, and support. Whether you’re navigating the ups and downs of the music industry, looking for like-minded individuals, or just need a safe space to share - our Communities are here for you.
Visit www.backline.care for more information
#backline #backlinecare #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #communities
✨ This Week W/ Backline: Don’t miss our final virtual community groups and fireside chat of the year!
Connect with your peers and licensed mental health professionals before navigating the holidays. It’s the perfect opportunity to share, connect, and heal before we take a break.
🗓️ Join us for these last groups of the year and let’s set the stage for 2025!
#backline #backlinecare #mentalhealth
✨Join us for our weekly Backline Communities and find your people ✨
We believe in the power of support, connection, and care. All of our Community Groups are virtual, open to anyone in the music industry (& family members) and are led by licensed mental health professionals. We’ve got your back.
Find more information at www.backline.care ✨
#backline #backlinecare #communities #mentalhealthmatters
✨Start December off right with community, connection & care! ✨
🫂 Backline Communities are held virtually and are open to all in the music industry and their family members! Led by licensed mental health professionals, these spaces are for you to feel seen, heard, and understood.
📺 Also, make sure to tune in for a special #RealTalk w/ Backline featuring guest @elilevmusic tomorrow at 1PM PT / 4PM ET on IG!
For more information, visit www.backline.care
#backline #backlinecare #mentalhealth #communities
