This live, 20-minute class is a combination of simple stretches to release tension in the body and guided meditation to release tension in the mind.

It will be offered on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday as a self-care routine. Attend as often as you wish. This class provides a transition from the workday to the evening and from “doing” mode to “being” mode.

Registration is ongoing. You can sign up at any time and participate in as many or as few classes as you wish.

There will be no session on Institute holidays:

• Monday, January 18
• Monday, February 15
• Monday, April 19

There will be no session the week of March 22-25, 2021.

Yang Sheng "Life Nourishing" Qigong is an extremely powerful tool for bringing out ones natural human potential and optimal fitness. Physical health and mental well being are a direct result of the practice.

The core of our training is 'Zhan Zhuang' (Standing Meditation). It is designed to activate 'Zheng Qi' (True or Proper Qi). The effects of this training are rapid with deep therapeutic results producing a unified and balanced 'mind, body and breath'.

There is no class on Monday, February 15, 2021.

**Snow Days: If the Institute is closed for a snow day, we will still plan to hold classes remotely.**

You'll leave this one-hour class feeling more pliable, energized, elongated and strong!

**Snow Days: If the Institute is closed for a snow day, we will still plan to hold classes remotely.**

Enjoy the many known benefits of yoga through the practice of gentle, rhythmic movement and yoga asanas (poses), breath work, relaxation and meditation. In this class, Celeste provides clear instructions and modifications, making it accessible and beneficial to practitioners of all levels.

It's the perfect mid-week reset for body and mind. Come see how less really can be more!

**Snow Days: If the Institute is closed for a snow day, we will still plan to hold classes remotely.**

Iyengar yoga is Hatha yoga as taught by BKS Iyengar and develops strength, coordination, and flexibility of the body and mind. Participants learn how to use their embodiment as an anchor - a way to find peace and inner strength during busy and difficult times.

Every class is different with a unique sequence based on the theme of the class and the needs of the students. Using physical alignment as a starting point, Iyengar yoga encourages the spread of intelligence throughout the body, the growth of self awareness and asana as a form of meditation.

As a Certified Iyengar Teacher (CIYT) who has studied with renown teachers Patricia Walden and Jarvis Chen for over 13 years, Ashley uses individual pose modifications, props, and hands-on adjustments to support participants of all body types, ages and abilities.

Iyengar yoga is truly for everyone - stiff bodies welcome!

**Snow Days: If the Institute is closed for a snow day, we will still plan to hold classes remotely.**

All levels welcome!

**Snow Days: If the Institute is closed for a snow day, we will still plan to hold classes remotely.**

The class is facilitated by a Parenting Educator and Breastfeeding Counselor.
This is a free, private group for the MIT community only.
**Snow Days: If the Institute is closed for a snow day, we will still plan to hold classes remotely.**

• This class focuses on vaginal birth but also covers what happens in a C-section in case one is needed.
• Partners are encouraged to attend and will leave with a "toolbox" of support techniques. Handouts are provided.
• A small introduction to breastfeeding and early post-partum are covered in this course.
• One registration is good for both the mother and 1 support person.
• The ideal time to take this course is when the first week of the course aligns with your pregnancy between 24-30 gestational weeks.

• We’ll practice feeding, diapering, holding, dressing, and getting our “pretend” model babies to sleep.
• You’ll learn about normal newborn behavior and discuss different ways to handle crying and sleep.
  
• We’ll also talk about going out and finding support and community.
  

This 2 hour class covers many important aspects of breastfeeding such as:

• how does breastfeeding work
• advantages
  
• getting off to a good start (what to do in the early hours and days with breastfeeding)
  
• early days at home (support and trouble shooting)
• typical newborn and infant feeding patterns
  
• supplies and equipment (pumps, soothing supplies, nursing bras)
  
• positioning baby at breast (latch and positions)
• avoiding latch issues
  
• pumping and returning to work or school
• where to get help and more!
  

Cost covers 2 people (mom and support person).
Check with your health insurance provider to see if they will reimburse you for this class.

**Snow Days: If the Institute is closed for a snow day, we will still plan to hold classes remotely.**