Upcoming events.
Full Moon Femme Circle
Healing circle for womxn, femme identifying, and non binary beings. Move & clear energies with this cleansing ceremony. Tap into your juicy and intuitive natures. There will be ecstatic movement, journaling, and more <3
Breaducation: Sourdough Starters (Free Community Event)
Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned baker, this in-person event is perfect for anyone looking to expand their bread-making skills. This class will take a focused look at sourdough starters. We'll cover some of the research that has been done on the vibrant microbial communities within as well as practical guidelines for taking care of starters at home. Students will also receive a starter culture at the end of class!
About the instructor: Mark Boyden has been a professional baker for over 12 years. He currently bakes for Fournée in Berkeley.
Power of the Erotic: Emotional Embodiment Workshopwith Jessica Alfaqih
This class is made for all gender expressions and bodies. What does it feel like to be charged by erotic energy? Not simply as sexual energy, but a potent mix of vitality, curiosity, playfulness, spontaneity, creativity, and the vibrant sensations of our felt experience
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In this emotional embodiment workshop, Jessica Alfaqih will guide you through discussion, breathwork, movement, and guided visualization designed to expand your capacity to cultivate and hold erotic energy without shrinking from its power.
We will explore ways in which we can heighten our awareness and appreciation of our senses, and how to use erotic energy to more deeply connect with our true nature.
And we will explore how to gently release some of the constraints placed around our ability to feel into the aliveness, power, and energy that the erotic invites us into.
This workshop welcomes all levels of experience with breathwork and somatic practices – no prior experience is necessary.
Jessica Alfaqih, M.A. (she/her) is a Psychedelic Sensual Empowerment Coach of mixed Lebanese-European heritage, living and working on the ancestral and unceded land of the Chochenyo speaking Ohlone people. She works with humans who feel like they’ve “tried everything” but still struggle to let go of past trauma, lived experience, and limiting beliefs that undermine their connection to pleasure and sensual power. As a Master Practitioner of Neuro-linguistic Programming, certified Sex & Pleasure Coach, and Psychedelic Integration guide, she works in deep mind-body reprogramming to release trauma and rewire neural pathways so that the inner work, power, and beauty that you’ve cultivated within yourself shows up in your beliefs, actions, and relationships.
WORKSHOP $10 WITH CODE
BANANAYG
(NORMALLY $30)
Community Tea & Yoga Chat
Join us every 2nd Saturday morning for a nourishing session of tea and conversation about yogic philosophy and our spiritual journeys.
This months topic: Ahimsa, non-harm
Free to join, please RSVP so we can prepare enough tea :)
Kambo Clinic
Kambo Clinic is the fastest, easiest, and most affordable way to have access to this sacred rainforest remedy. Kambo is the secretion of an Amazonian tree frog, and it is administered through the skin. In its simplest explanation, it is a strong detox of the mind, body, and soul.
Sunset Summer Solstice Sun Salutations
Join us as we celebrate the longest day of the year with sun salutations led by Marlo, owner of Banana Yoga. Hosted at Mosswood Park near MacArthur and Webster St.
Traditionally 108 sun salutations are performed on the summer solstice as a tribute to the sun, and harness our divine prana energy. This session will be led for an hour, we likely not get to all 108 salutations, but will still build that energy and connect with our power.
Proceeds from this class will go to the Social Justice Collaborative, a Bay Area 501(c)(3) non-profit protecting the rights of refugees who are being targeted by the US government.
Full Moon Femme Circle
Healing circle for womxn, femme identifying, and non binary beings. Move & clear energies with this cleansing ceremony. Tap into your juicy and intuitive natures. There will be ecstatic movement, journaling, and more <3
Magical Mystery Flow (Vinyasa to the Beatles)
It's time to get cheeky, get silly, and take a journey on your mat with the fab five. This 60 minute vinyasa flow will be accompanied with a soundtrack that is 100% Beatles. How does it feel to be one of the beautiful people? Find out after your flow leaves you glowing.
1 Year Bananaversary Bonanza
Join us for a birthday bonanza at Banana Yoga! This in-person event is a fantastic opportunity to connect with your Temescal community while we showcase local artists. We will have small bites from Avotoasty and Cafe Colucci, mocktails, spoken word poetry, music, and crafts to make at yourself.
Discover a diverse range of artworks from talented local artists, showcasing their creativity and passion. Whether you're an art connoisseur or simply appreciate the beauty of artistic expression, this event promises to be a great vibe and a chance to support our talented community.
Showcasing the work of Sacramento based artist CJ Einer, and Oakland based artist (originally from Mexico City) Vreni Michelini Castillo
Community Tea & Yoga Chat
Join us every 2nd Saturday morning for a nourishing session of tea and conversation about yogic philosophy and our spiritual journeys.
This months topic: Drishte - our point of focus, and Dhrana - concentration
Free to join, please RSVP so we can prepare enough tea :)
Stretching & Sketching: Figure Drawing and Figure Modeling Workshop
(Adults Only 18+ event) Join us for 2 hours of stretching and figure drawing. Each participant will have an opportunity to model for 20 minutes, and to draw at least four other models.
Self Healing: Unlocking Creativity with Herbal Medicine, Movement, and Acupressure
Welcome to Self Healing: Unlocking Creativity with Herbal Medicine, Massage and Movement! Join us at Banana Yoga for a rejuvenating experience that combines the power of nature with the healing arts. Discover how herbal medicine, massage, and movement can unlock your creativity and promote overall well-being. This in-person event is your opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and explore new ways to nurture your mind, body, and spirit. Don't miss out on this unique chance to tap into your inner creativity and leave feeling refreshed and inspired!
Hosted by CYT Marlo and Herbalist Mercy.
Thai Body Massage Workshop
This workshop is great for anyone looking to expand their knowledge of mobility & physiology through sacred traditional techniques that can be done anywhere. In this workshop, you will learn about your own body & movement, as well as the uniqueness that exists in each of us. This workshop is also great for massage therapists looking to enhance their skills, yoga instructors who want to learn more hands-on assists, anyone looking to learn how to give and (and receive!) a good massage.
We will explore mindful touch, the important of breath with movement, consent, and how to built rapport with our recipients. Come join us for a night of mutual growth & exploration!
About the Instructor
Jetta is a life coach, kambo practitioner, bodyworker, and yoga instructor that has travelled the world learning and living different healing modalities. She studied Thai Massage while living in India in 2019, and has been practicing since. She works with people of all walks of life, shapes, and sizes towards better health & optimization of the mind, body, & spirit.
Her bodywork practice is a blend of South & East Asian modalities she has learned from her travels. She loves Thai Massage because of its effectiveness at working every layer of the physical (muscle, fascia, skeletal) & subtle (energetic) bodies.
Full Moon Womxn’s Circle
Healing circle for womxn, femme identifying, and non binary beings. Move & clear energies with this cleansing ceremony. Tap into your juicy and intuitive natures. There will be ecstatic movement, journaling, and more <3
Kambo Clinic
Kambo Clinic is the fastest, easiest, and most affordable way to have access to this sacred rainforest remedy. Kambo is the secretion of an Amazonian tree frog, and it is administered through the skin. In its simplest explanation, it is a strong detox of the mind, body, and soul.
Community Tea & Yoga Chat
Join us every 2nd Saturday morning for a nourishing session of tea and conversation about yogic philosophy and our spiritual journeys.
This months topic:
Free to join, please RSVP so we can prepare enough tea :)
Emo Night ( Emo Flow & Journaling)
Sad boys & girls, it's time to get out your eyeliner & moleskins for Emo Night draws upon us. Emo Flow will combine a restorative flow, pop-punk classics, & hella angst.
Full Moon Femme Circle
Healing circle for womxn, femme identifying, and non binary beings. Move & clear energies with this cleansing ceremony. Tap into your juicy and intuitive natures. There will be ecstatic movement, journaling, and more <3
Spring Cleaning Clothing Swap
Bring your gently used clothing items, accessories, and costumes, and exchange them with fellow fashion enthusiasts. It's a sustainable way to refresh your style while reducing waste. Plus, you'll get to meet like-minded individuals who share your love for fashion. Don't miss out on this exciting event!
Stretching & Sketching - Yoga and Figure Drawing
(Adults Only 18+ event) Join us for 2 hours of stretching and figure drawing. Each participant will have an opportunity to model for 20 minutes, and to draw at least four other models.
Kambo Clinic
Kambo Clinic is the fastest, easiest, and most affordable way to have access to this sacred rainforest remedy. Kambo is the secretion of an Amazonian tree frog, and it is administered through the skin. In its simplest explanation, it is a strong detox of the mind, body, and soul.
Arm Balance Workshop
This fun workshop will offer guided help in arm-balances, and is designed to teach you how to do arm-balances with greater mindfulness and ease.
Community Tea & Yoga Chat
Join us every 2nd Saturday morning for a nourishing session of tea and conversation about yogic philosophy and our spiritual journeys.
This months topic: Non-Attachment & Consistency - What does non-attachment mean in your practice? How do we create space for life to flow while keeping ourselves accountable and consistent to our progress.
Free to join, please RSVP so we can prepare enough tea :)
Intro to Herbalism
There are over 50,000 known medicinal herbs in this world. Join us for an interactive class on herbal medicine as an ancient, holistic practice. We will learn about different herbal preparations, and how to utilize the vast and magical world of herbalism to empower your day-to-day health.
TL;DR Let’s drink tea together and talk about plants!
About the presenter: Mercy Tyne was trained in Herbalism through the T Colin's Instutitue, and did her apprenticeship at the Berkeley Herbal Center. As a clinical herbalist, currently based in the San Francisco Bay Area, she is passionate about educating and empowering people to take control of their health. Drawing on experience in herbal education and community liaising, she uses herbalism to connect people back to nature and to themselves, showing them how to heal and live more vibrantly.
Pain Diagnostic Clinic
~Diagnose why you have pain during yoga
~Relieve pain with bodywork
~Deepen a yoga pose safely
Full Moon Femme Circle
Healing circle for womxn, femme identifying, and non binary beings. Move & clear energies with this cleansing ceremony. Tap into your juicy and intuitive natures. There will be ecstatic movement, journaling, and more <3
Pain Diagnostic Clinic
~Diagnose why you have pain during yoga
~Relieve pain with bodywork
~Deepen a yoga pose safely
Emo Night ( Emo Flow & Journaling)
Sad boys & girls, it's time to get out your eyeliner & moleskins for Emo Night draws upon us. Emo Flow will combine an active vinyasa with pop-punk classics, & hella angst. Afterwards we will finish with guided live journaling (not to be confused with your old LiveJournal account) to unleash that swirling vortex of feelings onto the page.
Kambo Clinic
Kambo Clinic is the fastest, easiest, and most affordable way to have access to this sacred rainforest remedy. Kambo is the secretion of an Amazonian tree frog, and it is administered through the skin. In its simplest explanation, it is a strong detox of the mind, body, and soul.
Pain Diagnostic Clinic
~Diagnose why you have pain during yoga
~Relieve pain with bodywork
~Deepen a yoga pose safely
Self Healing: Herbalism, Acupressure, & Yoga Workshop
Self Healing is the practice of nourishing your well being to feel alive and well ❤️🩹 As anxiety and stress levels increase in our society, it is important to making healing a habit.
During this session Marlo and Mercy will share techniques for grounding the nervous system & opening the root chakra through ancient herbal remedies, yoga asanas, and acupressure (self-massage). Participants will leave with a herbal soothing tonic, essential oil blend, and more self-awareness ✨💖
Full Moon Femme Circle (Copy)
Healing circle for womxn, femme identifying, and non binary beings. Move & clear energies with this cleansing ceremony. Tap into your juicy and intuitive natures. There will be ecstatic movement, journaling, and more <3