Nature, Movement & Mindfulness: Yoga in the Parks-GEP
About this Event
Nature, Movement & Mindfulness: Yoga in the Parks
Featuring Danielle Marie Jones of ROOTSRISE LLC
Glen Emerald Park (GEP)
Saturday, July 11, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Program Summary
Nature, Movement & Mindfulness invites participants to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with themselves through guided outdoor wellness experiences in South DeKalb's parks and greenspaces. Each offering features a unique facilitator whose approach encourages participants to cultivate presence, curiosity, and connection while experiencing the restorative benefits of nature.
July is National Park and Recreation Month, a nationwide celebration recognizing The Power Of parks and recreation to strengthen health, foster belonging, inspire play, and connect communities through nature. This special offering reflects those values by creating space to pause, restore, and experience firsthand the well-being that parks make possible.
Back by popular demand, we're delighted to welcome Danielle Marie Jones, Founder and Principal Owner of ROOTSRISE LLC, for another inspiring morning of movement and mindfulness. It has been a joy watching Danielle begin to cultivate a rhythm and following within the South DeKalb community, and this month's experience promises to build on that momentum. Trust me when I say you're in for a treat for the mind, body, and senses. Guided by her values of love, curiosity, transparency, and integrity, Danielle thoughtfully blends mindful movement, breathwork, reflection, and embodied practice to create a welcoming space where participants can reconnect with themselves, one another, and the natural world
Practiced for more than 5,000 years, yoga has long served as a pathway toward cultivating harmony between body, mind, and spirit. Together beneath Glen Emerald Park's tree canopy, participants will explore this enduring tradition while discovering how nature continues to offer one of our greatest opportunities for restoration, reflection, and renewal.
As part of National Park and Recreation Month, participants may also encounter a few surprise wellness and nature "pop-up" moments woven throughout the experience—small invitations to play, wonder, connect, and celebrate The Power Of parks together.
Nature, Movement & Mindfulness is a growing collection of outdoor wellness offerings designed to support DeKalb County Recreation, Parks & Cultural Affairs' vision to create and connect communities through people, parks, and programs, while advancing the NRPA Pillars of Health & Well-Being, Environmental Resilience, and Equity.
Program Leaders
Tasha L. J. Messer
Parks Naturalist
DeKalb County Recreation, Parks & Cultural Affairs (RPCA)
Danielle Marie Jones, M.S., YTT-300
Founder & Principal Owner
ROOTSRISE LLC
When
Saturday, July 11, 2026
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
Where to Meet
Glen Emerald Park (GEP)
1479 Bouldercrest Road
Atlanta, GA 30316
Meet on the paved pathway between the playground and tennis courts, adjacent to the main parking area. This location provides the most convenient access to our gathering space and nearby natural areas. Please arrive 10–15 minutes early to allow time for parking, check-in, and to begin promptly.
Weather Contingency
Programs proceed in light weather and are adjusted only when conditions are unsafe. Participants should dress appropriately for the day's conditions and bring any personal supports needed for comfort and participation.
Restroom Notice
There are no public restrooms available at Glen Emerald Park. Participants are encouraged to plan accordingly before arriving.
What to Bring
- Comfortable clothing suitable for movement and stretching
- Yoga mat or large towel
- Reusable water bottle
- Sunscreen
- Hat and/or sunglasses (optional)
- Bug spray (optional)
- Any personal comfort items needed for an outdoor wellness experience
Recommended Ages
- Ages 12 and older recommended
- Youth under 16 must be accompanied by an adult
Physical Activity Level
Gentle to Moderate
Participants should be comfortable:
- Standing for portions of the program
- Walking short distances on paved surfaces
- Sitting or lying on a yoga mat
- Participating in beginner-friendly movement and mindfulness activities
Modifications may be offered throughout the session.
Accessibility & Site Conditions (ADA Notice)
All South DeKalb Parks Naturalist programs are designed to be welcoming and supportive of participants with varying abilities and mobility levels.
This session will take place on one of Glen Emerald Park's lush, meadow-like grassy knolls. While we'll seek out the coolest, shadiest spot available, nature ultimately sets the stage. Please come prepared for summer weather with a filled reusable water bottle, sun protection, and anything else you need to remain comfortable throughout the experience.
Participants can expect:
- Wide paved pathways providing access to the gathering area
- Gentle grades suitable for a variety of mobility levels
- Open-air grassy meadow setting for the yoga session
- Surrounding natural surfaces may include grass, gravel, mulch, exposed roots, and uneven ground
- Potential sun and heat exposure
Reasonable accommodations may be available upon request. To discuss access needs, please contact the program leader at least 48 hours in advance.
Participation Notice, Waiver & Media Release
By registering for or attending this program, participants acknowledge that outdoor activities involve inherent risks, including but not limited to weather conditions, physical exertion, and uneven outdoor environments. Participation is voluntary, and attendees assume responsibility for their own safety and well-being.
Participants agree to release, indemnify, and hold harmless DeKalb County Government, the Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Affairs (RPCA), its officers, employees, agents, volunteers, and affiliated partners from any claims, injuries, losses, or liabilities arising from participation, except in cases of gross negligence or willful misconduct.
By attending, participants grant permission for DeKalb County RPCA and Park Naturalist-led programs to photograph or record them for educational, promotional, reporting, and documentation purposes across print and digital platforms.
Registration and attendance indicate agreement with all applicable DeKalb County RPCA participation waivers, food and beverage disclaimers, and media release policies currently on file.
Tasha L. J. Messer
Park Naturalist
DeKalb County Recreation, Parks & Cultural Affairs
[email protected]
404-927-4227
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