upcoming events — Bend & Bloom Yoga

HANDS ON ASSISTS FOR YOGA TEACHERS June 2 1:00-5:00 . . . Refine your teaching and reignite your passion! Build confidence with your hands, learn new assists, and leave with new tools for group classes and private clients. Open to teachers of all styles and levels, including trainees. More →

HANDS ON ASSISTS FOR YOGA TEACHERS
June 2 1:00-5:00
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Refine your teaching and reignite your passion! Build confidence with your hands, learn new assists, and leave with new tools for group classes and private clients. Open to teachers of all styles and levels, including trainees.

MATERNAL + INFANT NUTRITION: POSTPARTUM TO 24 MONTHS June 4 1:00-2:00pm . . . This comprehensive workshop will cover the critical and opportunistic windows within the first two years as it relates to both a mother and her infant’s health, growth and development More →

MATERNAL + INFANT NUTRITION: POSTPARTUM TO 24 MONTHS
June 4 1:00-2:00pm
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This comprehensive workshop will cover the critical and opportunistic windows within the first two years as it relates to both a mother and her infant’s health, growth and development

YOGA IN THE PARK Thursdays 7pm from June 6 - August 29 . . . Join hundreds of Brooklynites, of all experience levels, to celebrate and experience yoga and wellness in our treasured park all Summer long. All participants must RSVP just once for the entire season. More →

YOGA IN THE PARK
Thursdays 7pm from June 6 - August 29
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Join hundreds of Brooklynites, of all experience levels, to celebrate and experience yoga and wellness in our treasured park all Summer long. All participants must RSVP just once for the entire season.

NEW PARENTS’ SUPPORT GROUP - 6 WEEK SERIES Tuesdays 1:00 - 2:30pm beginning June 11 . . . A supportive space where you can share your experiences and concerns, ask questions, and form community with other parents. More →

NEW PARENTS’ SUPPORT GROUP - 6 WEEK SERIES
Tuesdays 1:00 - 2:30pm beginning June 11
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A supportive space where you can share your experiences and concerns, ask questions, and form community with other parents.

SUMMER SOLSTICE: CLEAR YOUR PATH June 21 6:30-8:30pm . . . Denise Hopkins leads this Forrest Fridays workshop with a focus on our abdominals, deep twists, chest openers, and other poses to help us embrace our own sense if humor and lightness. Celebrate the onset of summer in this heat building class! More →

SUMMER SOLSTICE: CLEAR YOUR PATH
June 21 6:30-8:30pm
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Denise Hopkins leads this Forrest Fridays workshop with a focus on our abdominals, deep twists, chest openers, and other poses to help us embrace our own sense if humor and lightness. Celebrate the onset of summer in this heat building class!

TRAUMA-CONSCIOUS YOGA METHOD TEACHER TRAINING September 27 - 30 . . . The Trauma-Conscious Yoga Method℠ integrates trauma-informed yoga therapy and somatic psychotherapy practices.  This training is open to anyone wanting to deepen their understanding of and ability to work with trauma using yoga as a healing modality. More info →

TRAUMA-CONSCIOUS YOGA METHOD TEACHER TRAINING
September 27 - 30
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The Trauma-Conscious Yoga Method℠ integrates trauma-informed yoga therapy and somatic psychotherapy practices. This training is open to anyone wanting to deepen their understanding of and ability to work with trauma using yoga as a healing modality.

ADVANCED PRENATAL TEACHER TRAINING October 18 - 20 . . . Join long-time prenatal and postpartum yoga teachers Beth Donnelly Cabán and Lara Kohn Thompson for a weekend of in-depth exploration of the anatomy, physiology and Yoga practice well-suited to the needs of pregnant women. More →

ADVANCED PRENATAL TEACHER TRAINING
October 18 - 20
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Join long-time prenatal and postpartum yoga teachers Beth Donnelly Cabán and Lara Kohn Thompson for a weekend of in-depth exploration of the anatomy, physiology and Yoga practice well-suited to the needs of pregnant women.

TINY TOTS May 18 1:00-2:00pm . . . Stretch, bond, and breathe with your active baby in this workshop designed for babies who are crawling, scooting, or just starting to walk. More →

TINY TOTS
May 18 1:00-2:00pm
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Stretch, bond, and breathe with your active baby in this workshop designed for babies who are crawling, scooting, or just starting to walk.

MOTHER’S DAY GIFT CERTIFICATES May 12 . . . Purchase a gift certificate for the favorite mama’s in your life, or drop a hint to your loved ones about your yoga aspirations! More →

MOTHER’S DAY GIFT CERTIFICATES
May 12
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Purchase a gift certificate for the favorite mama’s in your life, or drop a hint to your loved ones about your yoga aspirations!

CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION: WEEKEND INTENSIVE May 4 - 5 . . . A comprehensive weekend intensive with a holistic approach to fully prepare you for the birthing process in all settings. More →

CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION: WEEKEND INTENSIVE
May 4 - 5
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A comprehensive weekend intensive with a holistic approach to fully prepare you for the birthing process in all settings.

YOGA FOR BIRTH June 1 3:15-6:15pm . . . Learn practical tools to support you physically & emotionally through labor and delivery. Birth partners will learn to use hands-on techniques to offer support and comfort. More →

YOGA FOR BIRTH
June 1 3:15-6:15pm
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Learn practical tools to support you physically & emotionally through labor and delivery. Birth partners will learn to use hands-on techniques to offer support and comfort.

MAY YOGA CHALLENGE 25 classes during the month of May . . . Dedicate the month of May to building a steady practice in community. Complete 25 classes throughout the month and receive $25 studio credit to celebrate your accomplishment. More →

MAY YOGA CHALLENGE
25 classes during the month of May
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Dedicate the month of May to building a steady practice in community. Complete 25 classes throughout the month and receive $25 studio credit to celebrate your accomplishment.

YOGA FOR TRAUMA + LOSS 6-WEEK SERIES (Women Only) Thursdays 7:30-8:45pm beginning April 11 . . . Traumas, big or small, can impact our capacity to feel safe, grounded and present. This series is an opportunity to learn yoga-based coping skills and self-advocacy strategies for healing and empowerment. No yoga experience required. More →

YOGA FOR TRAUMA + LOSS 6-WEEK SERIES (Women Only)
Thursdays 7:30-8:45pm beginning April 11
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Traumas, big or small, can impact our capacity to feel safe, grounded and present. This series is an opportunity to learn yoga-based coping skills and self-advocacy strategies for healing and empowerment. No yoga experience required.

YOGA FOR ANXIETY + DEPRESSION March 23 3:00 - 5:30pm . . . Learn healthy ways to cope and self-soothe that are rooted in yoga and supported by psychology and science. Begin to rewire your brain for greater emotional balance. More →

YOGA FOR ANXIETY + DEPRESSION
March 23 3:00 - 5:30pm
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Learn healthy ways to cope and self-soothe that are rooted in yoga and supported by psychology and science. Begin to rewire your brain for greater emotional balance.

THE PELVIC SPACE: CORE POWER April 7 2:30-5:30pm . . . In this workshop, Lara Kohn Thompson will help you to bring awareness to an area of the body that is often ignored or misunderstood. Using imagery, breath and postural work to find both ease and power. More →

THE PELVIC SPACE: CORE POWER
April 7 2:30-5:30pm
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In this workshop, Lara Kohn Thompson will help you to bring awareness to an area of the body that is often ignored or misunderstood. Using imagery, breath and postural work to find both ease and power.

YOGA FOR C HRONIC STRESS + FATIGUE February 23 3:00 - 5:30pm . . . Over half of all Americans report feeling chronically stressed and depleted. Sound like you? Learn how this stress negatively impacts your health and what you can do to support well being and build resiliency. More →

YOGA FOR CHRONIC STRESS + FATIGUE
February 23 3:00 - 5:30pm
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Over half of all Americans report feeling chronically stressed and depleted. Sound like you? Learn how this stress negatively impacts your health and what you can do to support well being and build resiliency.

FORREST FRIDAYS: GET GROUNDED March 1 6:30 - 8:30pm . . . Get out of the mental static and into feeling the body. This workshop will explore deep breathing, long held standing poses, hip openers and unraveling tension around the sacrum and hamstrings to feel what grounded means to you. More →

FORREST FRIDAYS: GET GROUNDED
March 1 6:30 - 8:30pm
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Get out of the mental static and into feeling the body. This workshop will explore deep breathing, long held standing poses, hip openers and unraveling tension around the sacrum and hamstrings to feel what grounded means to you.

TEEN YOGA (13-17 Year Olds) Thursdays 5:10 - 6:00pm . . . Bend + Bloom’s signature fun-filled yoga in a space just for teens. All teens welcome to learn and experience practices for life-long physical and mental well-being, More →

TEEN YOGA (13-17 Year Olds)
Thursdays 5:10 - 6:00pm
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Bend + Bloom’s signature fun-filled yoga in a space just for teens. All teens welcome to learn and experience practices for life-long physical and mental well-being,

BECOME A B+B MEMBER Join now and save! . . . Become a member this week and maintain our current a monthly rates prior to our February 2019 price increase. More →

BECOME A B+B MEMBER
Join now and save!
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Become a member this week and maintain our current a monthly rates prior to our February 2019 price increase.

CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION WEEKEND INTENSIVE January 19 + 20 . . . Join highly esteemed childbirth educator, Lena DeGloma, in this comprehensive and holistic two day intensive to fully prepare you for the birthing process in all settings. More →

CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION WEEKEND INTENSIVE
January 19 + 20
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Join highly esteemed childbirth educator, Lena DeGloma, in this comprehensive and holistic two day intensive to fully prepare you for the birthing process in all settings.

2019 MEMBERSHIP SPECIAL Unlimited Yoga for the New Year . . . Grab hold of your first month of unlimited classes for just $99 with our monthly auto-renew membership. $125 per month thereafter with a 3 month minimum commitment. Offer valid through 1/6/2019. More →

2019 MEMBERSHIP SPECIAL
Unlimited Yoga for the New Year
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Grab hold of your first month of unlimited classes for just $99 with our monthly auto-renew membership. $125 per month thereafter with a 3 month minimum commitment. Offer valid through 1/6/2019.

200-HR YOGA TEACHER TRAINING Q&A January 18 7:30 - 8:15PM . . . Curious if teacher training is for you? Get all of your questions answered with Julie Dohrman this Friday night. More →

200-HR YOGA TEACHER TRAINING Q&A
January 18 7:30 - 8:15PM
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Curious if teacher training is for you? Get all of your questions answered with Julie Dohrman this Friday night.

REVOLUTIONARY AGING: SUSTAINING YOUR PRACTICE March 24 2:00-4:30pm . . . A workshop for women ages 40-60 to explore responsive alignment, meditation, and releasing cultural expectations to support a practice of longevity, nourishment and vitality. More →

REVOLUTIONARY AGING: SUSTAINING YOUR PRACTICE
March 24 2:00-4:30pm
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A workshop for women ages 40-60 to explore responsive alignment, meditation, and releasing cultural expectations to support a practice of longevity, nourishment and vitality.

HOLIDAY GIFTS IDEAS Boutique Flash Sale through 12/26 . . . Give the yogi in your life classes, workshops, trainings, or yoga gear with our gift certificates, which can be purchased in any dollar denomination. Or, swing by the studio for 20% off all full price boutique items through 12/26! Buy →

HOLIDAY GIFTS IDEAS
Boutique Flash Sale through 12/26
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Give the yogi in your life classes, workshops, trainings, or yoga gear with our gift certificates, which can be purchased in any dollar denomination. Or, swing by the studio for 20% off all full price boutique items through 12/26!

ALIGN YOUR SPINE, EASE YOUR UPPER BACK, AND HEAL YOUR NECK November 4 2:00 - 4:00 pm . . . In this workshop with Kate Reil, combine self massage with balls, an alignment based yoga practice, and a lesson in alignment to find ease and restore balance in tight tissues. More →

ALIGN YOUR SPINE, EASE YOUR UPPER BACK, AND HEAL YOUR NECK
November 4 2:00 - 4:00 pm
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In this workshop with Kate Reil, combine self massage with balls, an alignment based yoga practice, and a lesson in alignment to find ease and restore balance in tight tissues.

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY - SAVE BIG! November 22 - 25 . . . #SHOPSMALL and make a big impact! Enjoy 15% off a 20 Class Package using the Promo Code: SMALLBIZ. Offer valid November 22 - November 25 only. More →

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY - SAVE BIG!
November 22 - 25

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#SHOPSMALL and make a big impact! Enjoy 15% off a 20 Class Package using the Promo Code: SMALLBIZ. Offer valid November 22 - November 25 only.

WE’RE OPEN FOR THE HOLIDAY! November 22 . . . Our doors will be open all week! Be sure to check our modified schedule and reserve your spot ahead of time. More →

WE’RE OPEN FOR THE HOLIDAY!
November 22
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Our doors will be open all week! Be sure to check our modified schedule and reserve your spot ahead of time.

YOGA FOR C HRONIC STRESS + FATIGUE October 28 4:00-6:30pm . . . Over half of all Americans report feeling chronically stressed and depleted. Sound like you? Learn how this stress negatively impacts your health and what you can do to support well being and build resiliency. More →

YOGA FOR CHRONIC STRESS + FATIGUE
October 28 4:00-6:30pm
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Over half of all Americans report feeling chronically stressed and depleted. Sound like you? Learn how this stress negatively impacts your health and what you can do to support well being and build resiliency.

FORREST FRIDAYS: NECK + SHOULDERS October 19th 6:30-8:30pm . . . The shoulders, neck, and jaw are our physical areas of doing and expressing. Come reeducate the muscles, bring awareness to patterns that build tension, and feel sweet relief. More →

FORREST FRIDAYS: NECK + SHOULDERS
October 19th 6:30-8:30pm
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The shoulders, neck, and jaw are our physical areas of doing and expressing. Come reeducate the muscles, bring awareness to patterns that build tension, and feel sweet relief.

200-HOUR YOGA TEACHER TRAINING Begins February 2019 . . . Learn the tools for teaching smart Align + Flow classes and deepen your own practice. This Yoga Alliance-approved training is an in-depth immersion to start you on the path to teach yoga with senior teacher Julie Dohrman and supporting Bend + Bloom teachers. More →

200-HOUR YOGA TEACHER TRAINING
Begins February 2019
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Learn the tools for teaching smart Align + Flow classes and deepen your own practice. This Yoga Alliance-approved training is an in-depth immersion to start you on the path to teach yoga with senior teacher Julie Dohrman and supporting Bend + Bloom teachers.

NEW THURSDAY CLASSES Starting October 4 . . . Re-energize the end of your week with two new Thursday classes: Core Integration Fundamentals at 9:15am and Hour Flow at 6:15pm. More →

NEW THURSDAY CLASSES
Starting October 4
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Re-energize the end of your week with two new Thursday classes: Core Integration Fundamentals at 9:15am and Hour Flow at 6:15pm.

YOGA FOR WOMEN 40-60 September 30 3:00 - 5:30pm . . . Learn techniques and actions to support a practice of longevity, nourishment, and vitality through decades of great transitions. More →

YOGA FOR WOMEN 40-60
September 30 3:00 - 5:30pm
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Learn techniques and actions to support a practice of longevity, nourishment, and vitality through decades of great transitions.

BEGINNER WORKSHOP September 22 1:00-3:30pm . . . This interactive workshop introduces the physical and philosophical fundamentals of yoga, and prepares participants to confidently and safely step into a Basics-level class. More →

BEGINNER WORKSHOP
September 22 1:00-3:30pm
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This interactive workshop introduces the physical and philosophical fundamentals of yoga, and prepares participants to confidently and safely step into a Basics-level class.

INVERSIONS 101 October 20th 3:00-5:30pm . . . For new and experienced students looking for a focused exploration of inversions. Learn the essentials of handstand, forearm stand, and headstand with safety and confidence. More →

INVERSIONS 101
October 20th 3:00-5:30pm
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For new and experienced students looking for a focused exploration of inversions. Learn the essentials of handstand, forearm stand, and headstand with safety and confidence.

KIDS CLASSES ARE HERE! Yoga for all ages . . . After summer break, the Lil Yogis (ages 6-8) and Tween Yoga (ages 9-12) classes are back on Wed & Thu at 4pm! Our little kids classes resume as normal. More →

KIDS CLASSES ARE HERE!
Yoga for all ages
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After summer break, the Lil Yogis (ages 6-8) and Tween Yoga (ages 9-12) classes are back on Wed & Thu at 4pm! Our little kids classes resume as normal.

HIP OPENING INTENSIVE September 7th 6:30-8:30pm . . . Dig deep into the realm of hip opening and unlock areas of stubbornness in this special intensive. Forrest Yoga is known for healing injuries and releasing stuck emotion. More →

HIP OPENING INTENSIVE
September 7th 6:30-8:30pm
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Dig deep into the realm of hip opening and unlock areas of stubbornness in this special intensive. Forrest Yoga is known for healing injuries and releasing stuck emotion.

DEMYSTIFY FULL WHEEL September 8th 1:00-3:00pm . . . Learn how to do (or deepen) urdhva dhanurasana . Find comfort in the pose or prepare your body for deeper backbends. Learn what your own practice needs to master this essential asana. More →

DEMYSTIFY FULL WHEEL
September 8th 1:00-3:00pm
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Learn how to do (or deepen) urdhva dhanurasana. Find comfort in the pose or prepare your body for deeper backbends. Learn what your own practice needs to master this essential asana.

COLUMBUS DAY SCHEDULE October 8th . . . All classes are scheduled as normal on Monday, October 8. Be sure to reserve your spot ahead of time! More →

COLUMBUS DAY SCHEDULE
October 8th
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All classes are scheduled as normal on Monday, October 8. Be sure to reserve your spot ahead of time!

YOGA WITH ACUPUNCTURE September 9th 2:00-4:00pm . . . Flow and restore with Karen Shelley + Sara Vaccariello as you progress from a steady vinyasa practice to a restorative practice that's blended with a gentle acupuncture treatment. More →

YOGA WITH ACUPUNCTURE
September 9th 2:00-4:00pm
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Flow and restore with Karen Shelley + Sara Vaccariello as you progress from a steady vinyasa practice to a restorative practice that's blended with a gentle acupuncture treatment.

JOIN OUR TEAM! Seeking New Studio Manager . . . We’re looking for a super-organized studio manager with experience in customer service. Position can be part- or full-time. Click for full details and how to apply! More →

JOIN OUR TEAM!
Seeking New Studio Manager
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We’re looking for a super-organized studio manager with experience in customer service. Position can be part- or full-time. Click for full details and how to apply!

BEND AND BLOOM TURNS 10 THIS WEEK! Special 10 Class Pack Anniversary Sale . . . To celebrate and help you launch your September off right we are offering a deeply discounted 10 class pack for $110. This pack expires one month from the day of purchase and is only available for purchase through Sunday, September 9. Buy here →

BEND AND BLOOM TURNS 10 THIS WEEK!
Special 10 Class Pack Anniversary Sale
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To celebrate and help you launch your September off right we are offering a deeply discounted 10 class pack for $110. This pack expires one month from the day of purchase and is only available for purchase through Sunday, September 9.

NEW PARENTS' SUPPORT GROUP 6 - week series begins Tues July 10th . . . Join postpartum doula and postnatal yoga teacher Tina Goldstein to share experiences + concerns, ask questions, and form community. Bring your baby & your lunch! More →

NEW PARENTS' SUPPORT GROUP
6-week series begins Tues July 10th
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Join postpartum doula and postnatal yoga teacher Tina Goldstein to share experiences + concerns, ask questions, and form community. Bring your baby & your lunch!

WE ARE OPEN! Labor Day Weekend . . . Spend the weekend with Bend + Bloom! Be sure to check the schedule and pre-register for your holiday classes. More →

WE ARE OPEN!
Labor Day Weekend
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Spend the weekend with Bend + Bloom! Be sure to check the schedule and pre-register for your holiday classes.

INTERNATIONAL DAY OF YOGA June 21st 7:00-8:00pm . . . Amy Quinn Suplina (Bend + Bloom owner + founder of Prospect Park Yoga) leads a free class in Prospect Park in conjunction with Lululemon and Prospect Park Alliance to benefit Yoga Foster. More →

INTERNATIONAL DAY OF YOGA
June 21st 7:00-8:00pm
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Amy Quinn Suplina (Bend + Bloom owner + founder of Prospect Park Yoga) leads a free class in Prospect Park in conjunction with Lululemon and Prospect Park Alliance to benefit Yoga Foster.

PRIDE MONTH BENEFIT CLASS June 25th 8:00-9:00pm . . . A portion of the proceeds from this special Hour Align class with Aditi Dhruv will be donated to support Athlete Ally and their fight for equal access for LGBTQ athletes. More →

PRIDE MONTH BENEFIT CLASS
June 25th 8:00-9:00pm
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A portion of the proceeds from this special Hour Align class with Aditi Dhruv will be donated to support Athlete Ally and their fight for equal access for LGBTQ athletes.

BASICS OF INVERSIONS June 1st 6:30-8:30pm . . . Build strength from the ground up in this Forrest Fridays intensive with Denise. Strengthen the upper body, core, pelvis, and inner legs, and build confidence for inversions. All levels welcome! More →

BASICS OF INVERSIONS
June 1st 6:30-8:30pm
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Build strength from the ground up in this Forrest Fridays intensive with Denise. Strengthen the upper body, core, pelvis, and inner legs, and build confidence for inversions. All levels welcome!

BENEFIT CLASS FOR FAMILY REUNIFICATION July 4th 9:15am (2nd class added) & 4:00pm . . . 100% of the proceeds from these Independence Day Flow classes will be donated to support The Refugee and Immigrant Center for Education and Legal Services (RAICES) family reunification efforts. An additional 9:15am class has been added. More →

BENEFIT CLASS FOR FAMILY REUNIFICATION
July 4th 9:15am (2nd class added) & 4:00pm
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100% of the proceeds from these Independence Day Flow classes will be donated to support The Refugee and Immigrant Center for Education and Legal Services (RAICES) family reunification efforts. An additional 9:15am class has been added.

CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION SERIES Weekend Intensive Starting May 18th . . . This 3-class weekend intensive is one of the most comprehensive Childbirth Education series in the city and includes the most up-to-date, evidence-based information to prepare you for the birthing process in all settings. More →

CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION SERIES
Weekend Intensive Starting May 18th
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This 3-class weekend intensive is one of the most comprehensive Childbirth Education series in the city and includes the most up-to-date, evidence-based information to prepare you for the birthing process in all settings.

YOGA FOR A GOOD CAUSE Thursday, May 17th 7:30pm . . . Support victims of domestic abuse and sexual assault. A portion of the proceeds from this Basics-level class will be donated to Exhale to Inhale . Sign up with your class pack or membership, or drop in! More →

YOGA FOR A GOOD CAUSE
Thursday, May 17th 7:30pm
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Support victims of domestic abuse and sexual assault. A portion of the proceeds from this Basics-level class will be donated to Exhale to Inhale. Sign up with your class pack or membership, or drop in!

FORREST FRIDAYS: SUMMER SOLSTICE June 21 6:30-8:30pm . . . Got tight hips and hamstrings? In Rachael’s intensive Forrest Yoga workshop, work on opening the hips through their full range of motion and unravel tension around the sacrum and hamstrings. More →

FORREST FRIDAYS: SUMMER SOLSTICE
June 21 6:30-8:30pm
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Got tight hips and hamstrings? In Rachael’s intensive Forrest Yoga workshop, work on opening the hips through their full range of motion and unravel tension around the sacrum and hamstrings.

YOGA + WHISKEY TASTING April 21st 6:30-9:00pm . . . Join Eric Lawrence for an evening of well balanced yoga flow and relaxation followed by an expert led tasting of Prohibition Distillery's spirits. Light snacks will be provided so bring a friend or two for this kick off to the weekend! More →

YOGA + WHISKEY TASTING
April 21st 6:30-9:00pm
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Join Eric Lawrence for an evening of well balanced yoga flow and relaxation followed by an expert led tasting of Prohibition Distillery's spirits. Light snacks will be provided so bring a friend or two for this kick off to the weekend!

MAY CHALLENGE Register by May 5 . . . Challenge yourself to complete 25 yoga classes in the month of May for a pre-summer refresh (and a $25 studio credit!). Specially-themed classes and inspirational emails included. More →

MAY CHALLENGE
Register by May 5
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Challenge yourself to complete 25 yoga classes in the month of May for a pre-summer refresh (and a $25 studio credit!). Specially-themed classes and inspirational emails included.

YOGA FOR A GOOD CAUSE Thursday, May 17th 7:30pm . . . We are partnering with a wonderful organization called Exhale to Inhale to raise funds for victims of domestic abuse and sexual assault. A portion of all the proceeds from your attendance in the Basics class on May 17th will be donated to Exhale to Inhale's #itstimetoheal campaign. More →

YOGA FOR A GOOD CAUSE
Thursday, May 17th 7:30pm
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We are partnering with a wonderful organization called Exhale to Inhale to raise funds for victims of domestic abuse and sexual assault. A portion of all the proceeds from your attendance in the Basics class on May 17th will be donated to Exhale to Inhale's #itstimetoheal campaign.

FORREST FRIDAYS: BACK STRENGTH April 6th 6:30-8:30pm . . . Weak abdominals and injured lower backs usually go hand in hand. In this special intensive class, learn tools to traction out your spine, strengthen the entire back, and build core strength with lots of precise abdominal work. More →

FORREST FRIDAYS: BACK STRENGTH
April 6th 6:30-8:30pm
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Weak abdominals and injured lower backs usually go hand in hand. In this special intensive class, learn tools to traction out your spine, strengthen the entire back, and build core strength with lots of precise abdominal work.

HOLIDAY SCHEDULE December 24-January 1 . . . We are OPEN every day this holiday season, with limited classes on Dec 24, Dec 25, Dec 31, and Jan 1. Please check the schedule before you head to the studio to ensure your favorite class is still on, and sign up in advance to reserve your spot - classes will sell out!  More →

HOLIDAY SCHEDULE
December 24-January 1
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We are OPEN every day this holiday season, with limited classes on Dec 24, Dec 25, Dec 31, and Jan 1. Please check the schedule before you head to the studio to ensure your favorite class is still on, and sign up in advance to reserve your spot - classes will sell out!

UPPER BODY STRENGTH March 3rd 3:30-6:00p . . . Find proper alignment, muscular action and execution of common yoga poses so you can achieve longevity and progress in your practice. Build strength and learn the fundamentals of optimal movement. More →

UPPER BODY STRENGTH
March 3rd 3:30-6:00p
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Find proper alignment, muscular action and execution of common yoga poses so you can achieve longevity and progress in your practice. Build strength and learn the fundamentals of optimal movement.

ADVANCED INVERSIONS March 4th 2:00-4:00pm . . . Expand your existing inversion practice in this advanced workshop.  Learn variations and transitions in headstand, forearm stand, and handstand. Click below to review prerequisites and register! More →

ADVANCED INVERSIONS
March 4th 2:00-4:00pm
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Expand your existing inversion practice in this advanced workshop. Learn variations and transitions in headstand, forearm stand, and handstand. Click below to review prerequisites and register!

HEART WARMING RECIPE WORKSHOP February 25th 4:00-6:30pm . . . Treat yourself to a hearty mid-winter stew of goodness: 2 parts Asana, 1 part Ball Rolling, 1 part Pranayama + Meditation. Slow cook, stir gently, and invite deep intention. More →

HEART WARMING RECIPE WORKSHOP
February 25th 4:00-6:30pm
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Treat yourself to a hearty mid-winter stew of goodness: 2 parts Asana, 1 part Ball Rolling, 1 part Pranayama + Meditation. Slow cook, stir gently, and invite deep intention.

YOGA FOR FERTILITY February 4, 3:00-5:30pm . . . Boost fertility and lower stress levels. In this workshop, we will discuss how yoga can make the body fertility-friendly through creating calmness and relaxation. More →

YOGA FOR FERTILITY
February 4, 3:00-5:30pm
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Boost fertility and lower stress levels. In this workshop, we will discuss how yoga can make the body fertility-friendly through creating calmness and relaxation.

FORREST FRIDAYS: NECK, JAW, & SHOULDER February 2, 6:30-8:30pm . . . Slowly and therapeutically tease out layers of gripping and tension in the neck, jaw, and shoulders. Learn techniques that can be done at home, your desk, or during yoga practice. More →

FORREST FRIDAYS: NECK, JAW, & SHOULDER
February 2, 6:30-8:30pm
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Slowly and therapeutically tease out layers of gripping and tension in the neck, jaw, and shoulders. Learn techniques that can be done at home, your desk, or during yoga practice.

INTRODUCTION TO IYENGAR YOGA April 7th, 1:00-3:00pm . . . The foundations of Iyengar Yoga are taught in standing poses. This workshop will introduce you to this safe, systematic yoga lineage, and will focus on the actions of standing poses. More →

INTRODUCTION TO IYENGAR YOGA
April 7th, 1:00-3:00pm
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The foundations of Iyengar Yoga are taught in standing poses. This workshop will introduce you to this safe, systematic yoga lineage, and will focus on the actions of standing poses.

TINY TOTS YOGA  WORKSHOP February 3, 1:00-2:00pm . . . Is your baby on the move? Stretch, bond, and breathe with your active baby in this weekend workshop designed for babies who are crawling, scooting, or just starting to walk. More →

TINY TOTS YOGA WORKSHOP
February 3, 1:00-2:00pm
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Is your baby on the move? Stretch, bond, and breathe with your active baby in this weekend workshop designed for babies who are crawling, scooting, or just starting to walk.

R EFINE YOUR TEACHING: THEMES AND CUES November 5th, 1:00pm-8:00pm . . . This one-day Continuing Education training with Julie Dohrman is intended for yoga teachers who want to teach more meaningful, precise, inspiring, and effective classes. More →

R EFINE YOUR TEACHING: THEMES AND CUES
November 5th, 1:00pm-8:00pm
. . .

This one-day Continuing Education training with Julie Dohrman is intended for yoga teachers who want to teach more meaningful, precise, inspiring, and effective classes.

PASSIONATE CORE WORK + HIP-OPENING October 6, 6:30-8:30pm . . . Through standing and seated poses, learn to create space and release tension in the hips. Physically freeing this area gives us a feeling of space to quest for that which lights our soul on fire!

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PASSIONATE CORE WORK + HIP-OPENING
October 6, 6:30-8:30pm
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Through standing and seated poses, learn to create space and release tension in the hips. Physically freeing this area gives us a feeling of space to quest for that which lights our soul on fire!

T EACHING ADVANCED ASANA December 9th 1:00-8:00pm . . . For yoga teachers interested in teaching Level 2 & 3 poses like inversions, arm balances, or deep backbends & hip openers. Learn how to prep students for, sequence, and clearly teach advanced asana. More →

TEACHING ADVANCED ASANA
December 9th 1:00-8:00pm
. . .
For yoga teachers interested in teaching Level 2 & 3 poses like inversions, arm balances, or deep backbends & hip openers. Learn how to prep students for, sequence, and clearly teach advanced asana.

LOWER BODY STRENGTH January 27, 3:30-6:00p . . . Find proper alignment, muscular action and execution of common yoga poses so you can achieve longevity and progress in your practice. More →

LOWER BODY STRENGTH
January 27, 3:30-6:00p
. . .
Find proper alignment, muscular action and execution of common yoga poses so you can achieve longevity and progress in your practice.

FLASH SALE: 10 CLASSES FOR $110 24 Hours - Nov 30 only . . . Stay centered this December with Bend + Bloom. We are offering almost 40% off our regular rate to help you prioritize your mental + physical health this crazy season. There is only one day to purchase this special pack, which is only valid for use in December 2017, so act fast! Purchase →

FLASH SALE: 10 CLASSES FOR $110
24 Hours - Nov 30 only
. . .
Stay centered this December with Bend + Bloom. We are offering almost 40% off our regular rate to help you prioritize your mental + physical health this crazy season. There is only one day to purchase this special pack, which is only valid for use in December 2017, so act fast!

RESTORATIVE YOGA TEACHER TRAINING October 20th - 22nd . . . Join Marlie McGovern for a hands-on, experiential training which will teach you the essential principles and practices of restorative yoga. Open to all caregivers + body workers. More →

RESTORATIVE YOGA TEACHER TRAINING
October 20th - 22nd
. . .
Join Marlie McGovern for a hands-on, experiential training which will teach you the essential principles and practices of restorative yoga. Open to all caregivers + body workers.

THE BEND + BLOOM APP IS HERE Download for discounts . . . Use the app to reserve classes and you'll never have to log into your account again. To receive exclusive special offers for app users, keep your notifications turned on! More →

THE BEND + BLOOM APP IS HERE
Download for discounts
. . .
Use the app to reserve classes and you'll never have to log into your account again. To receive exclusive special offers for app users, keep your notifications turned on!

S UMMER CLASS PACK 20-class pack for $260 . . . Take advantage of our mega super summer blowout sale on this 20-class pack that takes your per-class cost to just $13! Offer valid now through 6/30. Class pack expires 2 months after purchase. More →

SUMMER CLASS PACK
20-class pack for $260
. . .
Take advantage of our mega super summer blowout sale on this 20-class pack that takes your per-class cost to just $13! Offer valid now through 6/30. Class pack expires 2 months after purchase.

BUILD YOUR HOME PRACTICE September 24th 4:00-6:30pm . . .   Create a sustaining, supportive home practice wherever you are, in whatever time you have. Eliminate barriers & create a supportive, nourishing home practice space.

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BUILD YOUR HOME PRACTICE
September 24th 4:00-6:30pm
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Create a sustaining, supportive home practice wherever you are, in whatever time you have. Eliminate barriers & create a supportive, nourishing home practice space.

F REE PARK YOGA Thursdays 7-8p . . . Bend + Bloom Yoga, lululemon Brooklyn, and the Prospect Park Alliance announce their annual Prospect Park Yoga series, beginning June 2. The free outdoor yoga series takes place every Thursday through August 25 in Prospect Park's Long Meadow from 7-8pm. More →

F REE PARK YOGA
Thursdays 7-8p
. . .
Bend + Bloom Yoga, lululemon Brooklyn, and the Prospect Park Alliance announce their annual Prospect Park Yoga series, beginning June 2. The free outdoor yoga series takes place every Thursday through August 25 in Prospect Park's Long Meadow from 7-8pm.

FREE YOGA + LIVE MUSIC Fridays 1-2p . . . Join us on Fridays through 8/4 for FREE lunchtime yoga and live music, co-presented with BRIC Arts and led by a B+B teacher with different musical accompaniment each week! More →

FREE YOGA + LIVE MUSIC
Fridays 1-2p
. . .
Join us on Fridays through 8/4 for FREE lunchtime yoga and live music, co-presented with BRIC Arts and led by a B+B teacher with different musical accompaniment each week!

Y OGA + NUTRITION FOR FERTILITY April 30th 3:30-6:30pm . . . Learn natural ways to boost fertility, balance hormones, and improve reproductive health, then relax into a deeply calming restorative yoga practice. More →

YOGA + NUTRITION FOR FERTILITY
April 30th 3:30-6:30pm
. . .
Learn natural ways to boost fertility, balance hormones, and improve reproductive health, then relax into a deeply calming restorative yoga practice.

CORE POWER FOR WOMEN March 11th 2:30-5:30pm . . .

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Learn how the muscles of the pelvic floor work to support posture for greater ease and core strength. Fully body movement and discussion will be used to enhance your awareness of this space. More →

CORE POWER FOR WOMEN
March 11th 2:30-5:30pm
. . .
Learn how the muscles of the pelvic floor work to support posture for greater ease and core strength. Fully body movement and discussion will be used to enhance your awareness of this space.

HOUSTON HURRICANE BENEFIT September 23rd 6:00-7:30pm . . . Join Aditi Dhruv and Jess Geevarghese for a yoga & sound meditation class to benefit the Houston Food Bank and Houston Independent School District. More →

HOUSTON HURRICANE BENEFIT
September 23rd 6:00-7:30pm
. . .
Join Aditi Dhruv and Jess Geevarghese for a yoga & sound meditation class to benefit the Houston Food Bank and Houston Independent School District.

LIVE MUSIC YOGA CLASS Fridays 7:30-9pm . . . Sweeten up your spring and your flow with a live music accompaniment every Friday evening throughout the rest of May. This open level class includes one part vinyasa and one part restorative for a well balanced you. More →

LIVE MUSIC YOGA CLASS
Fridays 7:30-9pm
. . .
Sweeten up your spring and your flow with a live music accompaniment every Friday evening throughout the rest of May. This open level class includes one part vinyasa and one part restorative for a well balanced you.

FULL COLOR CUBA May 6th -11th, 2017 . . . Join Amy Quinn Suplina and Karen Shelley in Havana and Viñales, Cuba for daily yoga and a cultural immersion into the food, art, history, and politics of Cuba. More →

FULL COLOR CUBA
May 6th -11th, 2017
. . .
Join Amy Quinn Suplina and Karen Shelley in Havana and Viñales, Cuba for daily yoga and a cultural immersion into the food, art, history, and politics of Cuba.

PAIN FREE BACK BENDING October 16th 1:00-3:00pm . . .

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A part of our workshop series devoted to new students and students looking to evolve their yoga practice. Maya leads this informative session that includes a lesson on the spinal column; ways to alleviate back pain and practices to promote a more flexible spine. More →

PAIN FREE BACK BENDING
October 16th 1:00-3:00pm
. . .

A part of our workshop series devoted to new students and students looking to evolve their yoga practice. Maya leads this informative session that includes a lesson on the spinal column; ways to alleviate back pain and practices to promote a more flexible spine.

I NTRO TO MEDITATION December 11th 1:00-3:00pm . . . Interested in a daily meditation practice, but don't know how to begin? Julie Dohrman will guide you through some of the simpler practices that you can use to begin a regular practice in order to help calm the mind and settle the nervous system. More →

INTRO TO MEDITATION
December 11th 1:00-3:00pm
. . .
Interested in a daily meditation practice, but don't know how to begin? Julie Dohrman will guide you through some of the simpler practices that you can use to begin a regular practice in order to help calm the mind and settle the nervous system.

BLACK HISTORY + YOGA EXHIBIT Special Event Friday, Sept 23rd . . . B+B teacher Deidra Demens' powerful photography exhibit will be on display as part of Art Slope through 9/25. Join us this Friday 7-9:30pm for a special viewing, followed by yoga with live music, and reception and Q&A with Deidra after class. More →

BLACK HISTORY + YOGA EXHIBIT
Special Event Friday, Sept 23rd
. . .
B+B teacher Deidra Demens' powerful photography exhibit will be on display as part of Art Slope through 9/25. Join us this Friday 7-9:30pm for a special viewing, followed by yoga with live music, and reception and Q&A with Deidra after class.

MOTHER DAUGHTER YOGA DATE December 11th 3:30-5:30pm . . . Connect with your daughter away from daily pressures and distractions. We’ll use yoga and age-appropriate games to create a space that honors her growing independence while maintaining strong mother-daughter bonds. More →

MOTHER DAUGHTER YOGA DATE
December 11th 3:30-5:30pm
. . .
Connect with your daughter away from daily pressures and distractions. We’ll use yoga and age-appropriate games to create a space that honors her growing independence while maintaining strong mother-daughter bonds.

N AVIGATING THE NERVOUS SYSTEM October 1st 1:00-4:00pm . . . Join PhysiYoga Global teachers Diana Zotos Florio and Emily Tomlinson as they explain how mindfulness can reduce pain, improve mood and create healthy habits using embodied movement practices. More →

N AVIGATING THE NERVOUS SYSTEM
October 1st 1:00-4:00pm
. . .
Join PhysiYoga Global teachers Diana Zotos Florio and Emily Tomlinson as they explain how mindfulness can reduce pain, improve mood and create healthy habits using embodied movement practices.

SOLAR LOVE RETREAT February 14-20, 2017 . . . Join Lindsay Mackay Ashmun and Amy Quinn Suplina for a seven day (six night) yoga retreat in sublime Tulum, Mexico that concludes over Presidents Day weekend.

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SOLAR LOVE RETREAT
February 14-20, 2017
. . .
Join Lindsay Mackay Ashmun and Amy Quinn Suplina for a seven day (six night) yoga retreat in sublime Tulum, Mexico that concludes over Presidents Day weekend.

YOGA FOR LABOR + DELIVERY September 24th 3:00-6:00pm . . . In this workshop with Lara Kohn Thompson you will learn practical tools to support you both physically and emotionally through labor and delivery. Birth partners will learn to use hands-on techniques to offer support and comfort. More →

YOGA FOR LABOR + DELIVERY
September 24th 3:00-6:00pm
. . .
In this workshop with Lara Kohn Thompson you will learn practical tools to support you both physically and emotionally through labor and delivery. Birth partners will learn to use hands-on techniques to offer support and comfort.

PRENATAL TEACHER TRAINING 3 Weekends - Oct to Dec 2016 . . . This Yoga Alliance approved 85-hour Integral Yoga Institute training with Lara Kohn Thompson and Beth Donnelly Caban prepares Yoga teachers to work with women at all stages of pregnancy.

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PRENATAL TEACHER TRAINING
3 Weekends - Oct to Dec 2016
. . .
This Yoga Alliance approved 85-hour Integral Yoga Institute training with Lara Kohn Thompson and Beth Donnelly Caban prepares Yoga teachers to work with women at all stages of pregnancy.

THE GODDESS SESSIONS November 20th 1:00-4:00pm . . . This round of the Goddess Sessions with Julie Dohrman will pour us into a realm of deep transformation by bringing to life those ferocious and protective forces that already exist in each of us in order to meet difficulties and times of transitions with grace.  Sliding scale available for those in need. Call 347-987-3162. More →

THE GODDESS SESSIONS
November 20th 1:00-4:00pm
. . .
This round of the Goddess Sessions with Julie Dohrman will pour us into a realm of deep transformation by bringing to life those ferocious and protective forces that already exist in each of us in order to meet difficulties and times of transitions with grace. Sliding scale available for those in need. Call 347-987-3162.

MEMORIAL DAY SCHEDULE Monday, May 30th . . . We are open on Memorial Day and have classes for before or after your barbecue with friends. The schedule is limited though so be sure to check the website before swinging by for class. More →

MEMORIAL DAY SCHEDULE
Monday, May 30th
. . .
We are open on Memorial Day and have classes for before or after your barbecue with friends. The schedule is limited though so be sure to check the website before swinging by for class.

RESTORE + RECEIVE January 8th 4:00-6:00pm . . . Enjoy two blissful hours of nurturing Restorative Yoga with mindful movement guru TJ Halliday whilst receiving bodywork and an extra dose of TLC with massage therapist and yoga teacher Lara Kohn Thompson. More →

RESTORE + RECEIVE
January 8th 4:00-6:00pm
. . .
Enjoy two blissful hours of nurturing Restorative Yoga with mindful movement guru TJ Halliday whilst receiving bodywork and an extra dose of TLC with massage therapist and yoga teacher Lara Kohn Thompson.

ROMANCE YOUR SPIRIT February 13th 1:00-3:30pm . . . Join Denise Hopkins + Chantal Hauser for this Forrest Hip Opening Intensive designed to cultivate kindness and acceptance of your WHOLE self. Ignite fire in the core, build strength in the legs and sweat out old belief patterns that are living in your hips! More →

ROMANCE YOUR SPIRIT
February 13th 1:00-3:30pm
. . .
Join Denise Hopkins + Chantal Hauser for this Forrest Hip Opening Intensive designed to cultivate kindness and acceptance of your WHOLE self. Ignite fire in the core, build strength in the legs and sweat out old belief patterns that are living in your hips!

BENEFITS OF YOGIC BREATHING May 7th 4:00-6:00pm . . .   Join Julie in this all-level workshop as she teaches you simple techniques to locate ujjayi breath and learn how to use it economically and powerfully to reinforce your asana practice and deepen your meditation. More →

BENEFITS OF YOGIC BREATHING
May 7th 4:00-6:00pm
. . .
Join Julie in this all-level workshop as she teaches you simple techniques to locate ujjayi breath and learn how to use it economically and powerfully to reinforce your asana practice and deepen your meditation.

PLAY PRACTICE BABY EVENT February 20th 3:30-4:45pm . . .

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You’ve gone back to work but still want to play, right? Join Jessica in this popular workshop designed for working parents with mobile babies who are not yet walking. This weekend event focuses on baby-centered activities to support developing verbal + motor skills. More →

PLAY PRACTICE BABY EVENT
February 20th 3:30-4:45pm
. . .

You’ve gone back to work but still want to play, right? Join Jessica in this popular workshop designed for working parents with mobile babies who are not yet walking. This weekend event focuses on baby-centered activities to support developing verbal + motor skills.

MUSICAL FAMILY YOGA April 16th 4:00-5:00pm . . . Join seasoned teachers and talented performers Cassie + Ryan for their jammin' Musical Family Yoga event. This weekend workshop is for families with walkers up to age 4. More →

MUSICAL FAMILY YOGA
April 16th 4:00-5:00pm
. . .
Join seasoned teachers and talented performers Cassie + Ryan for their jammin' Musical Family Yoga event.
This weekend workshop is for families with walkers up to age 4.

HEART-OPENING + LIVE MUSIC *Workshop has been CANCELLED* . . . The practice of Tonglen or Giving and Receiving is done to develop our compassion and our ability to be present for our own suffering and the suffering of others. Give back via a coat drive that kicks off on Dec 3rd and receive your own practice of deep self-care with lots of heart opening and the soothing tones of an upright bass. More →

HEART-OPENING + LIVE MUSIC
*Workshop has been CANCELLED*
. . .
The practice of Tonglen or Giving and Receiving is done to develop our compassion and our ability to be present for our own suffering and the suffering of others. Give back via a coat drive that kicks off on Dec 3rd and receive your own practice of deep self-care with lots of heart opening and the soothing tones of an upright bass.

YOGA + SCIENCE CONFERENCE May 30th . . . This one-day conference will inform yoga practitioners and yoga teachers of the most recent scientific evidence supporting the use of yoga for optimizing consciousness, cell regeneration, longevity and health.  More →

YOGA + SCIENCE CONFERENCE
May 30th
. . .
This one-day conference will inform yoga practitioners and yoga teachers of the most recent scientific evidence supporting the use of yoga for optimizing consciousness, cell regeneration, longevity and health.

P LAY PRACTICE BABIES November 7th 3:30-4:45pm . . . You’ve gone back to work but you still want to play, right? Join Jessica Phillips Lorenz as we bond with babies in this special event designed for parents with mobile infants who are not yet walking. More →

P LAY PRACTICE BABIES
November 7th 3:30-4:45pm
. . .
You’ve gone back to work but you still want to play, right? Join Jessica Phillips Lorenz as we bond with babies in this special event designed for parents with mobile infants who are not yet walking.

STRENGTH BUILDING INTENSIVE January 15th 6:30-8:30pm . . . Led by Denise Hopkins as part of her Forrest Fridays series, this class kicks off the year by building a strong foundation and lots of clarity through the untapped power of our heart, core and legs. More →

STRENGTH BUILDING INTENSIVE
January 15th 6:30-8:30pm
. . .
Led by Denise Hopkins as part of her Forrest Fridays series, this class kicks off the year by building a strong foundation and lots of clarity through the untapped power of our heart, core and legs.

NEW YEAR, NEW CLASSES Beginning January 2016 . . . We've added to our roster of classes to ensure there's a class (or two) that works with your schedule: Tuesdays includes a new 915am Prenatal class, Wednesdays an 815pm Gentle Flow + Restorative and Thursdays now has a 630pm Open Flow+ and an 815pm Open Align. More →

NEW YEAR, NEW CLASSES
Beginning January 2016
. . .
We've added to our roster of classes to ensure there's a class (or two) that works with your schedule: Tuesdays includes a new 915am Prenatal class, Wednesdays an 815pm Gentle Flow + Restorative and Thursdays now has a 630pm Open Flow+ and an 815pm Open Align.

LOW FLYING: ARM BALANCING March 25th 6:30-8:30pm . . . Learn the art of hover-crafting with Lindsay Ashmun! Give gravity a run for its money as you learn to transition from one low level arm balance into the next. Intermediate level practice recommended. More →

LOW FLYING: ARM BALANCING
March 25th 6:30-8:30pm
. . .
Learn the art of hover-crafting with Lindsay Ashmun! Give gravity a run for its money as you learn to transition from one low level arm balance into the next. Intermediate level practice recommended.

INVERSIONS WITH DENISE HOPKINS November 6th 6:30-8:30pm . . . Join Denise for this Forrest Fridays class that will shake things upside down with Inversions for all levels! This class will focus on building a strong and stable foundation for struggle-free inversions. More →

INVERSIONS WITH DENISE HOPKINS
November 6th 6:30-8:30pm
. . .
Join Denise for this Forrest Fridays class that will shake things upside down with Inversions for all levels! This class will focus on building a strong and stable foundation for struggle-free inversions.

YOGA + MEZCAL TASTING July 22nd 7:00-9:00pm . . . Join Eric Lawrence for an evening of well balanced yoga flow and relaxation followed by an expert-led tasting of Pierde Almas mezcals. Light snacks will be provided, so bring a friend or two for this kick off to the weekend! More →

YOGA + MEZCAL TASTING
July 22nd 7:00-9:00pm
. . .
Join Eric Lawrence for an evening of well balanced yoga flow and relaxation followed by an expert-led tasting of Pierde Almas mezcals. Light snacks will be provided, so bring a friend or two for this kick off to the weekend!

N EW MEDITATION CLASS Starting September 27th 6:30-6:55pm . . . Join Marlie McGovern for a new Sunday night donation-based meditation class which will explore mindfulness, compassion, and visualization practices from the Buddhist tradition. Beginners welcome! More →

N EW MEDITATION CLASS
Starting September 27th 6:30-6:55pm
. . .
Join Marlie McGovern for a new Sunday night donation-based meditation class which will explore mindfulness, compassion, and visualization practices from the Buddhist tradition. Beginners welcome!

HOLIDAY SCHEDULE November 26 & 27 . . . Bend + Bloom is happy to offer classes every day next week throughout the holiday, including some special Cultivating Gratitude flow classes on Thursday and the necessary Post-Turkey Detox Flow on Friday morning. Check out the full holiday schedule here! More →

HOLIDAY SCHEDULE
November 26 & 27
. . .
Bend + Bloom is happy to offer classes every day next week throughout the holiday, including some special Cultivating Gratitude flow classes on Thursday and the necessary Post-Turkey Detox Flow on Friday morning. Check out the full holiday schedule here!

C ANDLELIT FLOW + LIVE MUSIC TONIGHT! 2 SPOTS LEFT! . . . Join us for a special flow class with Sharifa Namusoke accompanied by live world percussion music by Adam Maalouf to raise funds for the inspiring work of Africa Yoga Project. 100% of funds raised will to support AYP's critical work. More →

C ANDLELIT FLOW + LIVE MUSIC
TONIGHT! 2 SPOTS LEFT!
. . .
Join us for a special flow class with Sharifa Namusoke accompanied by live world percussion music by Adam Maalouf to raise funds for the inspiring work of Africa Yoga Project. 100% of funds raised will to support AYP's critical work.

YOGA THERAPY FOR LOW BODY PAIN November 8th 1:00-4:00pm . . . Learn how to relieve pain in your feet, ankles, knees, thighs, hips or lower back using yoga therapeutics in this 3-hour workshop with Julie Dohrman. More →

YOGA THERAPY FOR LOW BODY PAIN
November 8th 1:00-4:00pm
. . .
Learn how to relieve pain in your feet, ankles, knees, thighs, hips or lower back using yoga therapeutics in this 3-hour workshop with Julie Dohrman.

F OUNDATIONS LAB: SUN SALUTATIONS September 18th 1:00-3:00pm . . . Find your body's perfect flow. Demystify “the vinyasa” that makes up Surya Namaskar, aka Sun Salutations. Register for 1, or check out all 5 workshops in our Foundations Lab series! More →

FOUNDATIONS LAB: SUN SALUTATIONS
September 18th 1:00-3:00pm
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Find your body's perfect flow. Demystify “the vinyasa” that makes up Surya Namaskar, aka Sun Salutations. Register for 1, or check out all 5 workshops in our Foundations Lab series!

T HERAPEUTICS: SHOULDERS & SPINE December 6th 2:00-5:00pm . . . At some point we've all been told to "sit up straight" but how do we find the optimal relationship between the spine and shoulders? Learn how the shoulders work in common yoga poses, and find spinal alignment in fun, easy to grasp ways. More →

T HERAPEUTICS: SHOULDERS & SPINE
December 6th 2:00-5:00pm
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At some point we've all been told to "sit up straight" but how do we find the optimal relationship between the spine and shoulders? Learn how the shoulders work in common yoga poses, and find spinal alignment in fun, easy to grasp ways.

AMP UP THE LOVE V-DAY PRACTICE February 14th 1:00-3:00pm . . . This workshop is intended for women and men who are single or coupled, gay or straight, who want to amp up the love in ALL of their relationships. Allow Love Coach Daniella to guide you through a heart-warming vinyasa and a sweet restorative practice, followed by a self-love meditation. More →

AMP UP THE LOVE V-DAY PRACTICE
February 14th 1:00-3:00pm
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This workshop is intended for women and men who are single or coupled, gay or straight, who want to amp up the love in ALL of their relationships. Allow Love Coach Daniella to guide you through a heart-warming vinyasa and a sweet restorative practice, followed by a self-love meditation.

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HANDS ON ASSISTS FOR YOGA TEACHERS June 2 1:00-5:00 . . . Refine your teaching and reignite your passion! Build confidence with your hands, learn new assists, and leave with new tools for group classes and private clients. Open to teachers of all styles and levels, including trainees. More →

MATERNAL + INFANT NUTRITION: POSTPARTUM TO 24 MONTHS June 4 1:00-2:00pm . . . This comprehensive workshop will cover the critical and opportunistic windows within the first two years as it relates to both a mother and her infant’s health, growth and development More →

YOGA IN THE PARK Thursdays 7pm from June 6 - August 29 . . . Join hundreds of Brooklynites, of all experience levels, to celebrate and experience yoga and wellness in our treasured park all Summer long. All participants must RSVP just once for the entire season. More →

NEW PARENTS’ SUPPORT GROUP - 6 WEEK SERIES Tuesdays 1:00 - 2:30pm beginning June 11 . . . A supportive space where you can share your experiences and concerns, ask questions, and form community with other parents. More →

SUMMER SOLSTICE: CLEAR YOUR PATH June 21 6:30-8:30pm . . . Denise Hopkins leads this Forrest Fridays workshop with a focus on our abdominals, deep twists, chest openers, and other poses to help us embrace our own sense if humor and lightness. Celebrate the onset of summer in this heat building class! More →

TRAUMA-CONSCIOUS YOGA METHOD TEACHER TRAINING September 27 - 30 . . . The Trauma-Conscious Yoga Method℠ integrates trauma-informed yoga therapy and somatic psychotherapy practices.  This training is open to anyone wanting to deepen their understanding of and ability to work with trauma using yoga as a healing modality. More info →

ADVANCED PRENATAL TEACHER TRAINING October 18 - 20 . . . Join long-time prenatal and postpartum yoga teachers Beth Donnelly Cabán and Lara Kohn Thompson for a weekend of in-depth exploration of the anatomy, physiology and Yoga practice well-suited to the needs of pregnant women. More →

TINY TOTS May 18 1:00-2:00pm . . . Stretch, bond, and breathe with your active baby in this workshop designed for babies who are crawling, scooting, or just starting to walk. More →

MOTHER’S DAY GIFT CERTIFICATES May 12 . . . Purchase a gift certificate for the favorite mama’s in your life, or drop a hint to your loved ones about your yoga aspirations! More →

CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION: WEEKEND INTENSIVE May 4 - 5 . . . A comprehensive weekend intensive with a holistic approach to fully prepare you for the birthing process in all settings. More →

YOGA FOR BIRTH June 1 3:15-6:15pm . . . Learn practical tools to support you physically & emotionally through labor and delivery. Birth partners will learn to use hands-on techniques to offer support and comfort. More →

MAY YOGA CHALLENGE 25 classes during the month of May . . . Dedicate the month of May to building a steady practice in community. Complete 25 classes throughout the month and receive $25 studio credit to celebrate your accomplishment. More →

YOGA FOR TRAUMA + LOSS 6-WEEK SERIES (Women Only) Thursdays 7:30-8:45pm beginning April 11 . . . Traumas, big or small, can impact our capacity to feel safe, grounded and present. This series is an opportunity to learn yoga-based coping skills and self-advocacy strategies for healing and empowerment. No yoga experience required. More →

YOGA FOR ANXIETY + DEPRESSION March 23 3:00 - 5:30pm . . . Learn healthy ways to cope and self-soothe that are rooted in yoga and supported by psychology and science. Begin to rewire your brain for greater emotional balance. More →

THE PELVIC SPACE: CORE POWER April 7 2:30-5:30pm . . . In this workshop, Lara Kohn Thompson will help you to bring awareness to an area of the body that is often ignored or misunderstood. Using imagery, breath and postural work to find both ease and power. More →

YOGA FOR C HRONIC STRESS + FATIGUE February 23 3:00 - 5:30pm . . . Over half of all Americans report feeling chronically stressed and depleted. Sound like you? Learn how this stress negatively impacts your health and what you can do to support well being and build resiliency. More →

FORREST FRIDAYS: GET GROUNDED March 1 6:30 - 8:30pm . . . Get out of the mental static and into feeling the body. This workshop will explore deep breathing, long held standing poses, hip openers and unraveling tension around the sacrum and hamstrings to feel what grounded means to you. More →

TEEN YOGA (13-17 Year Olds) Thursdays 5:10 - 6:00pm . . . Bend + Bloom’s signature fun-filled yoga in a space just for teens. All teens welcome to learn and experience practices for life-long physical and mental well-being, More →

BECOME A B+B MEMBER Join now and save! . . . Become a member this week and maintain our current a monthly rates prior to our February 2019 price increase. More →

CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION WEEKEND INTENSIVE January 19 + 20 . . . Join highly esteemed childbirth educator, Lena DeGloma, in this comprehensive and holistic two day intensive to fully prepare you for the birthing process in all settings. More →

2019 MEMBERSHIP SPECIAL Unlimited Yoga for the New Year . . . Grab hold of your first month of unlimited classes for just $99 with our monthly auto-renew membership. $125 per month thereafter with a 3 month minimum commitment. Offer valid through 1/6/2019. More →

200-HR YOGA TEACHER TRAINING Q&A January 18 7:30 - 8:15PM . . . Curious if teacher training is for you? Get all of your questions answered with Julie Dohrman this Friday night. More →

REVOLUTIONARY AGING: SUSTAINING YOUR PRACTICE March 24 2:00-4:30pm . . . A workshop for women ages 40-60 to explore responsive alignment, meditation, and releasing cultural expectations to support a practice of longevity, nourishment and vitality. More →

HOLIDAY GIFTS IDEAS Boutique Flash Sale through 12/26 . . . Give the yogi in your life classes, workshops, trainings, or yoga gear with our gift certificates, which can be purchased in any dollar denomination. Or, swing by the studio for 20% off all full price boutique items through 12/26! Buy →

ALIGN YOUR SPINE, EASE YOUR UPPER BACK, AND HEAL YOUR NECK November 4 2:00 - 4:00 pm . . . In this workshop with Kate Reil, combine self massage with balls, an alignment based yoga practice, and a lesson in alignment to find ease and restore balance in tight tissues. More →

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY - SAVE BIG! November 22 - 25 . . . #SHOPSMALL and make a big impact! Enjoy 15% off a 20 Class Package using the Promo Code: SMALLBIZ. Offer valid November 22 - November 25 only. More →

WE’RE OPEN FOR THE HOLIDAY! November 22 . . . Our doors will be open all week! Be sure to check our modified schedule and reserve your spot ahead of time. More →

YOGA FOR C HRONIC STRESS + FATIGUE October 28 4:00-6:30pm . . . Over half of all Americans report feeling chronically stressed and depleted. Sound like you? Learn how this stress negatively impacts your health and what you can do to support well being and build resiliency. More →

FORREST FRIDAYS: NECK + SHOULDERS October 19th 6:30-8:30pm . . . The shoulders, neck, and jaw are our physical areas of doing and expressing. Come reeducate the muscles, bring awareness to patterns that build tension, and feel sweet relief. More →

200-HOUR YOGA TEACHER TRAINING Begins February 2019 . . . Learn the tools for teaching smart Align + Flow classes and deepen your own practice. This Yoga Alliance-approved training is an in-depth immersion to start you on the path to teach yoga with senior teacher Julie Dohrman and supporting Bend + Bloom teachers. More →

NEW THURSDAY CLASSES Starting October 4 . . . Re-energize the end of your week with two new Thursday classes: Core Integration Fundamentals at 9:15am and Hour Flow at 6:15pm. More →

YOGA FOR WOMEN 40-60 September 30 3:00 - 5:30pm . . . Learn techniques and actions to support a practice of longevity, nourishment, and vitality through decades of great transitions. More →

BEGINNER WORKSHOP September 22 1:00-3:30pm . . . This interactive workshop introduces the physical and philosophical fundamentals of yoga, and prepares participants to confidently and safely step into a Basics-level class. More →

INVERSIONS 101 October 20th 3:00-5:30pm . . . For new and experienced students looking for a focused exploration of inversions. Learn the essentials of handstand, forearm stand, and headstand with safety and confidence. More →

KIDS CLASSES ARE HERE! Yoga for all ages . . . After summer break, the Lil Yogis (ages 6-8) and Tween Yoga (ages 9-12) classes are back on Wed & Thu at 4pm! Our little kids classes resume as normal. More →

HIP OPENING INTENSIVE September 7th 6:30-8:30pm . . . Dig deep into the realm of hip opening and unlock areas of stubbornness in this special intensive. Forrest Yoga is known for healing injuries and releasing stuck emotion. More →

DEMYSTIFY FULL WHEEL September 8th 1:00-3:00pm . . . Learn how to do (or deepen) urdhva dhanurasana . Find comfort in the pose or prepare your body for deeper backbends. Learn what your own practice needs to master this essential asana. More →

COLUMBUS DAY SCHEDULE October 8th . . . All classes are scheduled as normal on Monday, October 8. Be sure to reserve your spot ahead of time! More →

YOGA WITH ACUPUNCTURE September 9th 2:00-4:00pm . . . Flow and restore with Karen Shelley + Sara Vaccariello as you progress from a steady vinyasa practice to a restorative practice that's blended with a gentle acupuncture treatment. More →

JOIN OUR TEAM! Seeking New Studio Manager . . . We’re looking for a super-organized studio manager with experience in customer service. Position can be part- or full-time. Click for full details and how to apply! More →

BEND AND BLOOM TURNS 10 THIS WEEK! Special 10 Class Pack Anniversary Sale . . . To celebrate and help you launch your September off right we are offering a deeply discounted 10 class pack for $110. This pack expires one month from the day of purchase and is only available for purchase through Sunday, September 9. Buy here →

NEW PARENTS' SUPPORT GROUP 6 - week series begins Tues July 10th . . . Join postpartum doula and postnatal yoga teacher Tina Goldstein to share experiences + concerns, ask questions, and form community. Bring your baby & your lunch! More →

WE ARE OPEN! Labor Day Weekend . . . Spend the weekend with Bend + Bloom! Be sure to check the schedule and pre-register for your holiday classes. More →

INTERNATIONAL DAY OF YOGA June 21st 7:00-8:00pm . . . Amy Quinn Suplina (Bend + Bloom owner + founder of Prospect Park Yoga) leads a free class in Prospect Park in conjunction with Lululemon and Prospect Park Alliance to benefit Yoga Foster. More →

PRIDE MONTH BENEFIT CLASS June 25th 8:00-9:00pm . . . A portion of the proceeds from this special Hour Align class with Aditi Dhruv will be donated to support Athlete Ally and their fight for equal access for LGBTQ athletes. More →

BASICS OF INVERSIONS June 1st 6:30-8:30pm . . . Build strength from the ground up in this Forrest Fridays intensive with Denise. Strengthen the upper body, core, pelvis, and inner legs, and build confidence for inversions. All levels welcome! More →

BENEFIT CLASS FOR FAMILY REUNIFICATION July 4th 9:15am (2nd class added) & 4:00pm . . . 100% of the proceeds from these Independence Day Flow classes will be donated to support The Refugee and Immigrant Center for Education and Legal Services (RAICES) family reunification efforts. An additional 9:15am class has been added. More →

CHILDBIRTH EDUCATION SERIES Weekend Intensive Starting May 18th . . . This 3-class weekend intensive is one of the most comprehensive Childbirth Education series in the city and includes the most up-to-date, evidence-based information to prepare you for the birthing process in all settings. More →

YOGA FOR A GOOD CAUSE Thursday, May 17th 7:30pm . . . Support victims of domestic abuse and sexual assault. A portion of the proceeds from this Basics-level class will be donated to Exhale to Inhale . Sign up with your class pack or membership, or drop in! More →

FORREST FRIDAYS: SUMMER SOLSTICE June 21 6:30-8:30pm . . . Got tight hips and hamstrings? In Rachael’s intensive Forrest Yoga workshop, work on opening the hips through their full range of motion and unravel tension around the sacrum and hamstrings. More →

YOGA + WHISKEY TASTING April 21st 6:30-9:00pm . . . Join Eric Lawrence for an evening of well balanced yoga flow and relaxation followed by an expert led tasting of Prohibition Distillery's spirits. Light snacks will be provided so bring a friend or two for this kick off to the weekend! More →

MAY CHALLENGE Register by May 5 . . . Challenge yourself to complete 25 yoga classes in the month of May for a pre-summer refresh (and a $25 studio credit!). Specially-themed classes and inspirational emails included. More →

YOGA FOR A GOOD CAUSE Thursday, May 17th 7:30pm . . . We are partnering with a wonderful organization called Exhale to Inhale to raise funds for victims of domestic abuse and sexual assault. A portion of all the proceeds from your attendance in the Basics class on May 17th will be donated to Exhale to Inhale's #itstimetoheal campaign. More →

FORREST FRIDAYS: BACK STRENGTH April 6th 6:30-8:30pm . . . Weak abdominals and injured lower backs usually go hand in hand. In this special intensive class, learn tools to traction out your spine, strengthen the entire back, and build core strength with lots of precise abdominal work. More →

HOLIDAY SCHEDULE December 24-January 1 . . . We are OPEN every day this holiday season, with limited classes on Dec 24, Dec 25, Dec 31, and Jan 1. Please check the schedule before you head to the studio to ensure your favorite class is still on, and sign up in advance to reserve your spot - classes will sell out!  More →

UPPER BODY STRENGTH March 3rd 3:30-6:00p . . . Find proper alignment, muscular action and execution of common yoga poses so you can achieve longevity and progress in your practice. Build strength and learn the fundamentals of optimal movement. More →

ADVANCED INVERSIONS March 4th 2:00-4:00pm . . . Expand your existing inversion practice in this advanced workshop.  Learn variations and transitions in headstand, forearm stand, and handstand. Click below to review prerequisites and register! More →

HEART WARMING RECIPE WORKSHOP February 25th 4:00-6:30pm . . . Treat yourself to a hearty mid-winter stew of goodness: 2 parts Asana, 1 part Ball Rolling, 1 part Pranayama + Meditation. Slow cook, stir gently, and invite deep intention. More →

YOGA FOR FERTILITY February 4, 3:00-5:30pm . . . Boost fertility and lower stress levels. In this workshop, we will discuss how yoga can make the body fertility-friendly through creating calmness and relaxation. More →

FORREST FRIDAYS: NECK, JAW, & SHOULDER February 2, 6:30-8:30pm . . . Slowly and therapeutically tease out layers of gripping and tension in the neck, jaw, and shoulders. Learn techniques that can be done at home, your desk, or during yoga practice. More →

INTRODUCTION TO IYENGAR YOGA April 7th, 1:00-3:00pm . . . The foundations of Iyengar Yoga are taught in standing poses. This workshop will introduce you to this safe, systematic yoga lineage, and will focus on the actions of standing poses. More →

TINY TOTS YOGA  WORKSHOP February 3, 1:00-2:00pm . . . Is your baby on the move? Stretch, bond, and breathe with your active baby in this weekend workshop designed for babies who are crawling, scooting, or just starting to walk. More →

R EFINE YOUR TEACHING: THEMES AND CUES November 5th, 1:00pm-8:00pm . . . This one-day Continuing Education training with Julie Dohrman is intended for yoga teachers who want to teach more meaningful, precise, inspiring, and effective classes. More →

PASSIONATE CORE WORK + HIP-OPENING October 6, 6:30-8:30pm . . . Through standing and seated poses, learn to create space and release tension in the hips. Physically freeing this area gives us a feeling of space to quest for that which lights our soul on fire!

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T EACHING ADVANCED ASANA December 9th 1:00-8:00pm . . . For yoga teachers interested in teaching Level 2 & 3 poses like inversions, arm balances, or deep backbends & hip openers. Learn how to prep students for, sequence, and clearly teach advanced asana. More →

LOWER BODY STRENGTH January 27, 3:30-6:00p . . . Find proper alignment, muscular action and execution of common yoga poses so you can achieve longevity and progress in your practice. More →

FLASH SALE: 10 CLASSES FOR $110 24 Hours - Nov 30 only . . . Stay centered this December with Bend + Bloom. We are offering almost 40% off our regular rate to help you prioritize your mental + physical health this crazy season. There is only one day to purchase this special pack, which is only valid for use in December 2017, so act fast! Purchase →

RESTORATIVE YOGA TEACHER TRAINING October 20th - 22nd . . . Join Marlie McGovern for a hands-on, experiential training which will teach you the essential principles and practices of restorative yoga. Open to all caregivers + body workers. More →

THE BEND + BLOOM APP IS HERE Download for discounts . . . Use the app to reserve classes and you'll never have to log into your account again. To receive exclusive special offers for app users, keep your notifications turned on! More →

S UMMER CLASS PACK 20-class pack for $260 . . . Take advantage of our mega super summer blowout sale on this 20-class pack that takes your per-class cost to just $13! Offer valid now through 6/30. Class pack expires 2 months after purchase. More →

BUILD YOUR HOME PRACTICE September 24th 4:00-6:30pm . . .   Create a sustaining, supportive home practice wherever you are, in whatever time you have. Eliminate barriers & create a supportive, nourishing home practice space.

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F REE PARK YOGA Thursdays 7-8p . . . Bend + Bloom Yoga, lululemon Brooklyn, and the Prospect Park Alliance announce their annual Prospect Park Yoga series, beginning June 2. The free outdoor yoga series takes place every Thursday through August 25 in Prospect Park's Long Meadow from 7-8pm. More →

FREE YOGA + LIVE MUSIC Fridays 1-2p . . . Join us on Fridays through 8/4 for FREE lunchtime yoga and live music, co-presented with BRIC Arts and led by a B+B teacher with different musical accompaniment each week! More →

Y OGA + NUTRITION FOR FERTILITY April 30th 3:30-6:30pm . . . Learn natural ways to boost fertility, balance hormones, and improve reproductive health, then relax into a deeply calming restorative yoga practice. More →

CORE POWER FOR WOMEN March 11th 2:30-5:30pm . . .

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Learn how the muscles of the pelvic floor work to support posture for greater ease and core strength. Fully body movement and discussion will be used to enhance your awareness of this space. More →

HOUSTON HURRICANE BENEFIT September 23rd 6:00-7:30pm . . . Join Aditi Dhruv and Jess Geevarghese for a yoga & sound meditation class to benefit the Houston Food Bank and Houston Independent School District. More →

LIVE MUSIC YOGA CLASS Fridays 7:30-9pm . . . Sweeten up your spring and your flow with a live music accompaniment every Friday evening throughout the rest of May. This open level class includes one part vinyasa and one part restorative for a well balanced you. More →

FULL COLOR CUBA May 6th -11th, 2017 . . . Join Amy Quinn Suplina and Karen Shelley in Havana and Viñales, Cuba for daily yoga and a cultural immersion into the food, art, history, and politics of Cuba. More →

PAIN FREE BACK BENDING October 16th 1:00-3:00pm . . .

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A part of our workshop series devoted to new students and students looking to evolve their yoga practice. Maya leads this informative session that includes a lesson on the spinal column; ways to alleviate back pain and practices to promote a more flexible spine. More →

I NTRO TO MEDITATION December 11th 1:00-3:00pm . . . Interested in a daily meditation practice, but don't know how to begin? Julie Dohrman will guide you through some of the simpler practices that you can use to begin a regular practice in order to help calm the mind and settle the nervous system. More →

BLACK HISTORY + YOGA EXHIBIT Special Event Friday, Sept 23rd . . . B+B teacher Deidra Demens' powerful photography exhibit will be on display as part of Art Slope through 9/25. Join us this Friday 7-9:30pm for a special viewing, followed by yoga with live music, and reception and Q&A with Deidra after class. More →

MOTHER DAUGHTER YOGA DATE December 11th 3:30-5:30pm . . . Connect with your daughter away from daily pressures and distractions. We’ll use yoga and age-appropriate games to create a space that honors her growing independence while maintaining strong mother-daughter bonds. More →

N AVIGATING THE NERVOUS SYSTEM October 1st 1:00-4:00pm . . . Join PhysiYoga Global teachers Diana Zotos Florio and Emily Tomlinson as they explain how mindfulness can reduce pain, improve mood and create healthy habits using embodied movement practices. More →

SOLAR LOVE RETREAT February 14-20, 2017 . . . Join Lindsay Mackay Ashmun and Amy Quinn Suplina for a seven day (six night) yoga retreat in sublime Tulum, Mexico that concludes over Presidents Day weekend.

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YOGA FOR LABOR + DELIVERY September 24th 3:00-6:00pm . . . In this workshop with Lara Kohn Thompson you will learn practical tools to support you both physically and emotionally through labor and delivery. Birth partners will learn to use hands-on techniques to offer support and comfort. More →

PRENATAL TEACHER TRAINING 3 Weekends - Oct to Dec 2016 . . . This Yoga Alliance approved 85-hour Integral Yoga Institute training with Lara Kohn Thompson and Beth Donnelly Caban prepares Yoga teachers to work with women at all stages of pregnancy.

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THE GODDESS SESSIONS November 20th 1:00-4:00pm . . . This round of the Goddess Sessions with Julie Dohrman will pour us into a realm of deep transformation by bringing to life those ferocious and protective forces that already exist in each of us in order to meet difficulties and times of transitions with grace.  Sliding scale available for those in need. Call 347-987-3162. More →

MEMORIAL DAY SCHEDULE Monday, May 30th . . . We are open on Memorial Day and have classes for before or after your barbecue with friends. The schedule is limited though so be sure to check the website before swinging by for class. More →

RESTORE + RECEIVE January 8th 4:00-6:00pm . . . Enjoy two blissful hours of nurturing Restorative Yoga with mindful movement guru TJ Halliday whilst receiving bodywork and an extra dose of TLC with massage therapist and yoga teacher Lara Kohn Thompson. More →

ROMANCE YOUR SPIRIT February 13th 1:00-3:30pm . . . Join Denise Hopkins + Chantal Hauser for this Forrest Hip Opening Intensive designed to cultivate kindness and acceptance of your WHOLE self. Ignite fire in the core, build strength in the legs and sweat out old belief patterns that are living in your hips! More →

BENEFITS OF YOGIC BREATHING May 7th 4:00-6:00pm . . .   Join Julie in this all-level workshop as she teaches you simple techniques to locate ujjayi breath and learn how to use it economically and powerfully to reinforce your asana practice and deepen your meditation. More →

PLAY PRACTICE BABY EVENT February 20th 3:30-4:45pm . . .

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You’ve gone back to work but still want to play, right? Join Jessica in this popular workshop designed for working parents with mobile babies who are not yet walking. This weekend event focuses on baby-centered activities to support developing verbal + motor skills. More →

MUSICAL FAMILY YOGA April 16th 4:00-5:00pm . . . Join seasoned teachers and talented performers Cassie + Ryan for their jammin' Musical Family Yoga event. This weekend workshop is for families with walkers up to age 4. More →

HEART-OPENING + LIVE MUSIC *Workshop has been CANCELLED* . . . The practice of Tonglen or Giving and Receiving is done to develop our compassion and our ability to be present for our own suffering and the suffering of others. Give back via a coat drive that kicks off on Dec 3rd and receive your own practice of deep self-care with lots of heart opening and the soothing tones of an upright bass. More →

YOGA + SCIENCE CONFERENCE May 30th . . . This one-day conference will inform yoga practitioners and yoga teachers of the most recent scientific evidence supporting the use of yoga for optimizing consciousness, cell regeneration, longevity and health.  More →

P LAY PRACTICE BABIES November 7th 3:30-4:45pm . . . You’ve gone back to work but you still want to play, right? Join Jessica Phillips Lorenz as we bond with babies in this special event designed for parents with mobile infants who are not yet walking. More →

STRENGTH BUILDING INTENSIVE January 15th 6:30-8:30pm . . . Led by Denise Hopkins as part of her Forrest Fridays series, this class kicks off the year by building a strong foundation and lots of clarity through the untapped power of our heart, core and legs. More →

NEW YEAR, NEW CLASSES Beginning January 2016 . . . We've added to our roster of classes to ensure there's a class (or two) that works with your schedule: Tuesdays includes a new 915am Prenatal class, Wednesdays an 815pm Gentle Flow + Restorative and Thursdays now has a 630pm Open Flow+ and an 815pm Open Align. More →

LOW FLYING: ARM BALANCING March 25th 6:30-8:30pm . . . Learn the art of hover-crafting with Lindsay Ashmun! Give gravity a run for its money as you learn to transition from one low level arm balance into the next. Intermediate level practice recommended. More →

INVERSIONS WITH DENISE HOPKINS November 6th 6:30-8:30pm . . . Join Denise for this Forrest Fridays class that will shake things upside down with Inversions for all levels! This class will focus on building a strong and stable foundation for struggle-free inversions. More →

YOGA + MEZCAL TASTING July 22nd 7:00-9:00pm . . . Join Eric Lawrence for an evening of well balanced yoga flow and relaxation followed by an expert-led tasting of Pierde Almas mezcals. Light snacks will be provided, so bring a friend or two for this kick off to the weekend! More →

N EW MEDITATION CLASS Starting September 27th 6:30-6:55pm . . . Join Marlie McGovern for a new Sunday night donation-based meditation class which will explore mindfulness, compassion, and visualization practices from the Buddhist tradition. Beginners welcome! More →

HOLIDAY SCHEDULE November 26 & 27 . . . Bend + Bloom is happy to offer classes every day next week throughout the holiday, including some special Cultivating Gratitude flow classes on Thursday and the necessary Post-Turkey Detox Flow on Friday morning. Check out the full holiday schedule here! More →

C ANDLELIT FLOW + LIVE MUSIC TONIGHT! 2 SPOTS LEFT! . . . Join us for a special flow class with Sharifa Namusoke accompanied by live world percussion music by Adam Maalouf to raise funds for the inspiring work of Africa Yoga Project. 100% of funds raised will to support AYP's critical work. More →

YOGA THERAPY FOR LOW BODY PAIN November 8th 1:00-4:00pm . . . Learn how to relieve pain in your feet, ankles, knees, thighs, hips or lower back using yoga therapeutics in this 3-hour workshop with Julie Dohrman. More →

F OUNDATIONS LAB: SUN SALUTATIONS September 18th 1:00-3:00pm . . . Find your body's perfect flow. Demystify “the vinyasa” that makes up Surya Namaskar, aka Sun Salutations. Register for 1, or check out all 5 workshops in our Foundations Lab series! More →

T HERAPEUTICS: SHOULDERS & SPINE December 6th 2:00-5:00pm . . . At some point we've all been told to "sit up straight" but how do we find the optimal relationship between the spine and shoulders? Learn how the shoulders work in common yoga poses, and find spinal alignment in fun, easy to grasp ways. More →

AMP UP THE LOVE V-DAY PRACTICE February 14th 1:00-3:00pm . . . This workshop is intended for women and men who are single or coupled, gay or straight, who want to amp up the love in ALL of their relationships. Allow Love Coach Daniella to guide you through a heart-warming vinyasa and a sweet restorative practice, followed by a self-love meditation. More →