Calendar of events
Chair Yoga - Garden Chair Yoga
August 05, 2021
Thursdays @ 10am Set in the lovely Butterfly Amphitheater at the heart of the garden, these adaptive accessible sessions aim for good stretch, a bit of a workout, and some valuable mind-quiet time. The classes are gentle, and combine both chair and standing postures to provide what the class needs on any given day: flexibility, muscular strength, range of motion, agility, vitality, balance/coordation. Mindful meditation topics help reinforce that ever important connection between body and mind. Bring your own mat (chairs and props provided), something for hydration, and bundle up in layers for outdoor weather. Garden Members do NOT need to register online. Please sign in upon arrival.
Katie Nava - Power Yoga
August 05, 2021
Thursdays @ 10am Power Yoga is an all levels vinyasa based class. An energetic and empowering practice that also incorporates mindfulness, focus, and the power of breathe. Garden Members do NOT need to register online. Please sign in upon arrival.
Lisa Griffiths - Evening Flow Yoga
August 05, 2021
Thursdays @ 5pm Garden Yoga is a joyful practice and exploration of movement in an alignment informed class appropriate for all levels. Celebrate nature and wellness weekly at The Water Conservation Garden. Garden Members do NOT need to register online. Please sign in upon arrival.
Lisa Griffiths - Fitness Fridays
August 06, 2021
Fridays @ 915am (*Updated time) Instructor Lisa Griffiths guides you through a combination of 30-minute bodyweight fitness section (strength bands provided) and a 30-minute gentle/yin yoga stretch section (bring a yoga mat). Supporting you to feel good, get an effective workout, and be outside into nature! Beginners are most welcome. Sponsored by HomeLight. *Now included FREE with your Garden Membership. Garden Members do NOT need to register online. Please sign in upon arrival. *Fitness class is now open Free to the public on Free Day Friday (2nd Friday of the month) thanks to our sponsor HomeLight. Please email Jillian@thegarden.org to make your reservation for Free Day Friday. Include your name, phone, and number of people in your group. Space is limited. Note time change as of July 1 will be 9:15-10:15am.
Katie Nava - Power Yoga
August 06, 2021
Fridays @ 10am Power Yoga is an all levels vinyasa based class. An energetic and empowering practice that also incorporates mindfulness, focus, and the power of breathe. Currently held outdoors at The Garden's Gazebo until indoor exercise restrictions are lifted. Garden Members do NOT need to register online. Please sign in upon arrival.
August Tour - Garden Tour
August 07, 2021
Saturdays @ 9am FREE with Garden admission ticket! Tour led by an experienced Volunteer Docent. Walk The Garden trails and learn about our many plants and exhibits along with interesting stories of The Garden. Learn about watering & care needs; discover which plants attract pollinators; compare landscape design ideas for a variety of looks & feels in home gardens, and much, much more. Pre-registration is NOT required. Non-members pay Garden Entry ticket at the Admissions booth at the front entrance of The Garden. If your party is larger than 8 people please email info@thegarden.org ahead of time so we know to expect you.
August 8th - Nature Therapy Experience
August 08, 2021
2nd Sundays @10am An easy-paced, guided tour which produces a calming, internal experience. Participants are invited to connect with nature during a guided stroll through The Water Conservation Garden, and a brief sit in our outdoor spaces. The formula is simple, and the resulting emotional wellness and inner peace taps into our sixth sense; the state of mind. Your instructor and guide for Nature Therapy is a Garden Docent with a PhD in performance psychology, specializing in wellness strategies. Nature Therapy in The Garden appeals to many types of people whether intellectually, physically, or emotionally-centered individuals, and is all-inclusive, suitable for any fitness level, and a wonderful fit for seniors. Exercises and methods are based on the Japanese ‘Forest Bathing’ practice known as shinrin-yoku, which means “taking in the forest.” Among the benefits of forest bathing, say practitioners and researchers, are improved mood, relaxation, lower cortisol levels, connections with nature and insight. This program has been adapted for safe, physical-distancing and masks are required for Garden entry. Safety protocols for social-distancing: Limited capacity (10 people) Tip: It’s best to come hands-free and ready to engage with nature. You may want to wear layers as the mornings are cooler but definitely warms up by mid-tour.
Lisa Griffiths - Gentle Flow Yoga
August 10, 2021
Tuesdays @ 10am Garden Yoga is a joyful practice and exploration of movement in an alignment informed class appropriate for all levels. Celebrate nature and wellness weekly at The Water Conservation Garden. Garden Members do NOT need to register online. Please sign in upon arrival.
Katie Nava - Power Yoga
August 12, 2021
Thursdays @ 10am Power Yoga is an all levels vinyasa based class. An energetic and empowering practice that also incorporates mindfulness, focus, and the power of breathe. Garden Members do NOT need to register online. Please sign in upon arrival.
Chair Yoga - Garden Chair Yoga
August 12, 2021
Thursdays @ 10am Set in the lovely Butterfly Amphitheater at the heart of the garden, these adaptive accessible sessions aim for good stretch, a bit of a workout, and some valuable mind-quiet time. The classes are gentle, and combine both chair and standing postures to provide what the class needs on any given day: flexibility, muscular strength, range of motion, agility, vitality, balance/coordation. Mindful meditation topics help reinforce that ever important connection between body and mind. Bring your own mat (chairs and props provided), something for hydration, and bundle up in layers for outdoor weather. Garden Members do NOT need to register online. Please sign in upon arrival.
Lisa Griffiths - Evening Flow Yoga
August 12, 2021
Thursdays @ 5pm Garden Yoga is a joyful practice and exploration of movement in an alignment informed class appropriate for all levels. Celebrate nature and wellness weekly at The Water Conservation Garden. Garden Members do NOT need to register online. Please sign in upon arrival.
August - Free Day Friday
August 13, 2021
We all need something to look forward to... Enjoy a free day at The Garden the 2nd Friday of every month! There is no cost for admission on these select days. Thank you to everyone who donated and our incredible sponsors for making this initiative a reality in 2021! See you at The Garden!