Outdoor Yoga Series @ Wild Lake, Columbia MD - THEME: BALANCE & MEDITATION

Let's do some yoga outdoors with the mindfulness of nature around us at the beautiful Wilde Lake Park in Columbia, MD. This event is for 1 hour and 45 minutes and feel free to jump in at any time (e.g., 6pm, 6:30pm, etc.). Weather forecast calls for nice temperatures in the 70s.

Please read all of the detailed information below (e.g., YOGA MATERIALS, etc.) Thanks!.

BALANCE:

• Helps in improving our overall health.
• It is about making time paying attention to our body's needs (e.g., diet, exercise, and meditation).
• Balance also affords us to be present with friends, family and strangers alike.
• This yoga session we will practice being present with breathing techniques while performing fun balancing postures and then put them together for a slow flow.

MEDITATION: Also, before the end of class, we will apply Meditation Techniques which provide benefits of deep relaxation to reduce stress and anxiety, improve overall well being, upgrade sleep quality, enhance cognitive function and much more. After, you will feel more rested and restored.

BENEFITS OF YOGA

• Improves joint mobility
• Balances organs through meridian stimulation
• Lengthens connective tissue
• Increases flexibility and protects from injury
• Boosts circulation & metabolism
• Strengthens muscles and tone
• Lowers stress and anxiety.
• Improves respiration, energy, vitality and athletic performance
• Assists in weight reduction and healthy digestion
• Activates nervous system, which calms the body and slows heart rate
• Yoga meditation and breathing improves mental well-being
• Compliments other activities such as running, hiking, walking, weight training, pickleball, etc.

ACTIVITY DETAILS: At 6:00 pm, we will participate in 1 hour and 45 minutes of yoga on the lawn.

YOGA MATERIALS: If you want to receive the full benefits of this class, ensure you bring the materials below in bold.

• Mat/towel/blanket.
• 2 blocks or more
• Bring a strap/belt
• Bolster/rolled blanket/2 pillows - Optional but very helpful.
• Bring at least 1 Liter of water.
• Sunscreen & Insect repellant.
• Breathable and flexible clothing to comfortably perform yoga postures.
• Healthy snacks (e.g., fruit, energy bars, etc.) to reenergize after the yoga session.

WHERE TO MEET:

• MEET on the grass across from parking area of 10002 Hyla Brook Rd · Columbia, MD lot or street.
• PARKING: Park across from 10002 Hyla Brook Rd · Columbia, MD. Use coordinates 39.224648, -76.858290 or click HERE .

RSVP COMMON COURTESY: Only RSVP if you intend to make the event a priority, not just an option. Specifically, it is Not fair to take a confirmed spot, then cancel less than 48 hours in advance, limiting your fellow Singles in the DMV members' in “waitlist” status the potential to participate!

WHY WE VOLUNTEER: Your organizers are volunteers and we are sharing our passion for the outdoors. We organize events for fun, to socialize, get exercise, experience nature and meet cool new people. No bad attitudes please. :)

DISCLAIMERS: At all our events, please remember you are responsible for your own safety. We cannot eliminate all risk for those who attend this event and you must take responsibility for yourself. Our organizers will do their best to use common sense to minimize our risks.

Most of all, I look forward to our yoga event.

QUESTIONS/CONCERNS
Questions: feel free to message me prior to event day. For last minute concerns on day of event, call 240-745-5093‬.