Gentle Yoga

Our gentle yoga sessions, suitable for all ages and fitness levels, offer a slow, low-impact practice. The focus is on synchronizing breath with movement, a technique that helps calm the nervous system and fosters a deeper mind-body connection. The poses, including standing, sitting, and reclining, enhance strength and balance. Rest assured, modifications are always available to cater to individual needs.

Teacher Bio

Ivette Méndez is a certified 500-hour yoga instructor.  She is also trained in Yoga for Healthy Aging, Chair Yoga, and Yin Yoga.  

She was drawn to yoga in her search for inner peace and is passionate about sharing the practice with others. Her classes provide a safe and inclusive space for all, and she welcomes all levels, especially those new to yoga. 

Ivette’s classes focus on being mindful and present by connecting the breath with gentle movement. This allows for a deep connection with our bodies and minds. 

Her daily mantra is at the heart of Ivette's teachings: Lokah Samastah Sukinho Bavantu. This powerful mantra encapsulates her wish for all beings to be happy and free, and her commitment to aligning her thoughts, words, and actions to contribute to that universal happiness and freedom. 

This is a donation-based program

Suggested Donation

• $5 Serenity Seeker: We appreciate you
• $10 Mindful Giver: Thank you for keeping our doors open.
• $15+  Inner Peace Advocate: Your generous donation will pay for someone less fortunate to attend a life-changing program free of charge

Newark Center for Meditative Culture is a New Jersey 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Your donations allow us to continue delivering transformative programs to the greater Newark community and beyond.

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