Winter Solstice Yoga

Experience Level: All levels

Enjoy yoga by candlelight at Winter Solstice Yoga on Monday, Dec. 21 from 5 to 6 p.m. in the Mansion Library.

Students will begin with the option of writing out a manifestation or intention: what do you want more of as we slowly welcome longer days? Then instructor Josie Heck of will lead students in gentle grounding postures, breath work (pranayama) to soothe the nervous system, restorative postures, tuning forks and sound bowls.

Complete your visit with an overnight stay in the Mansion or one of our guesthouses. View rooms here and make your reservation by calling 217-333-3287.

$5/person. Registration will close Dec. 19 or when capacity is reached. All sales are final.

*Students should bring a yoga mat, water bottle and towel.

Learn more about the space where your course will take place . If you will need disability-related accommodations to participate, please email Olivia Bunting at [email protected].

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About the instructor

Josie Heck began teaching yoga in 2014 after receiving her 200-hour teacher training through Amara Yoga and the Arts and Yoga Alliance. Since that time, she has expanded her range of classes to better serve the community. While she specializes in Ashtanga and Vinyasa Flow, her most popular classes are Beginners Yoga, Chair Yoga, Kids classes, Yin Yoga, Restorative Yoga and Gentle Flow.

She teaches yoga classes through The Farms as well as providing free classes at Monticello Middle School and free breathwork at Monticello High School. She has also led classes at the local hospital and senior assisted facilities.

About The Farms

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See the complete fall class schedule .