Yin Yoga - Twin Star Yoga - San Clemente
Nov
20

Yin Yoga - Twin Star Yoga - San Clemente

Yin Yoga is a contemplative yoga practice that provides significant stretch to the entire body. Yin targets deeper connective tissues like fascia, joints, tendons, ligaments, and even bones. This series of postures can help improve flexibility and mobility, making it an ideal offering for all students. This mindful practice balances the fast pace of life to help us become more conscious, settled, and balanced. You’ll feel rested, calm, and inspired. All-levels welcome.

Sign up via Twin Star Yoga.

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Sacred Rest Ceremony: Winter Solstice
Dec
20

Sacred Rest Ceremony: Winter Solstice

Experience the magic of the Sacred Rest Circle. Discover deep relaxation and blissful surrender through Restorative Yoga, Reiki, sound healing, and more.

Our journey contains:

● Rest Practices

● Breathwork + Meditation

● Journaling + Introspection

● Reiki Energy

● Harmonizing Sound

● Community + Connection

All are welcome into this temple of serenity, and no experience is necessary.

Sign up coming soon via Twin Star Yoga.

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Lungs & Soul: A Yin Yoga Immersion
Nov
2
to Nov 3

Lungs & Soul: A Yin Yoga Immersion

Discover the transformative power of the Metal element in Yin Yoga.

Join me & Samantha Saldivar for a two-day immersion into the subtle interplay of the nervous system and Metal energy. This workshop is designed for both yoga teachers and serious students who seek to deepen their understanding of Yin Yoga and the Metal element. Discover techniques to navigate discomfort, cultivate a deeper connection to your subtle body, and gain a rich understanding of the Metal element through dyads and two-stage pranayama.

Through this Elemental Yin Yoga Immersion, you will:
Deepen your understanding of Yin Yoga and its key principles.
Explore the Five Elements and their corresponding meridians in Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Develop your personal practice through expansive workshop-style asana, pranayama, & meditation practices.
Examine Yin Yoga sequences that target specific elements and their associated organs and emotions.
Learn practices to develop intuition and energetic enhancement
Gain a theoretical and experiential understanding of the anatomical and subtle body

Saturday, November 2nd, 2024
10:00 am - 6:00 pm w. 1 hour lunch break
Sunday, November 3rd, 2024 3:00 - 6:00 pm

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Understanding Health Anxiety: Education & Solutions
Oct
26

Understanding Health Anxiety: Education & Solutions

Joining us in community to gain understanding, tools, and support to navigate health anxiety.

Health anxiety is the experience of excessive fear of disease or preoccupation with one’s health. It can lead to significant distress and impairment in daily life, and it’s crucial to address health anxiety before it negatively impacts mental and emotional well-being.

There is help and treatment for health anxiety at the intersection of knowledge, technique, and mindfulness.

In this informative workshop for teachers, trainees, and students, we will discover the root causes of health anxiety, learn practical strategies to manage overwhelming worries, and connect with others who understand. You will reclaim your peace of mind and improve your overall well-being to help yourself, your loved ones, and your community.

Health anxiety affects over 1/10th of the population. Let’s change that. Join Dr. Brittney Chesworth & Nicole Walter in raising awareness and finding help with health anxiety.

Dr. Chesworth is a licensed psychotherapist and health anxiety expert. Her private practice focuses exclusively on the treatment of anxiety disorders like health anxiety. Dr. Chesworth also is a Psychology Today expert author on how to use cognitive behavioral therapy to treat health anxiety, and she provides education on health anxiety topics through short-form videos on Instagram.

Nicole Walter, M.A., is a former college professor and lifelong teacher. Her specialty is energetic management through the techniques of Reiki, Yin Yoga, and mindfulness. Nicole is a highly qualified RYT® 500 with over 1000 hours of training alongside thought-leaders such as Judith Hanson-Lasater, Bernie Clark, and Joe Barnett, senior student of Yin Yoga founder Paul Grilley.

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Yin Yoga Weekend Immersion - EPIC Yoga - San Clemente
Sep
14
to Sep 15

Yin Yoga Weekend Immersion - EPIC Yoga - San Clemente

Enter a transformational exploration into the world of Yin Yoga through the Five Elements.

​Through an expanded practicum of asana, anatomy, prana, meditation, and dharma talks, students will learn to embody their yoga on and off the mat. 

This comprehensive offering is ideal for Yoga teachers and dedicated students looking to enhance their personal practice and expand their understanding of Yin Yoga. 

Hosted in person at EPIC Yoga SC

SCHEDULE

Earth

  • September 14-15, 2024 (12-6pm daily)

  • Associated with late summer, stability, grounding, and the stomach and spleen.

​Metal

  • November 2-3, 2024 (12-6pm daily) 

  • Associated with autumn, communication, clarity, and the lungs and large intestine.

Water

  • January 25-26, 2025 (12-6pm daily) 

  • Associated with winter, intuition, flow, and the kidneys and bladder.

Through this training, you will:

  • Deepen your understanding of Yin Yoga and its key principles.

  • Explore the Five Elements and their corresponding meridians in Traditional Chinese Medicine.

  • Develop your personal practice through expansive workshop-style asana, pranayama, & meditation practices. 

  • Examine Yin Yoga sequences that target specific elements and their associated organs and emotions.

  • Learn practices to develop intuition and energetic enhancement 

  • Gain a theoretical and experiential understanding of the anatomical and subtle body 

Each weekend module includes a comprehensive Yin Yoga manual.

Sign up via EPIC Yoga. ​

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Sacred Pause: A Retreat Experience - The Blend - Dana Point
Jun
29

Sacred Pause: A Retreat Experience - The Blend - Dana Point

Nicole and Sam invite you to break free from the daily grind and embrace a sacred space of rest, reflection, and connection. 

Join us in a sacred pause day-retreat and watch the magic unfold. Through gentle movement and mindful stillness, we will nourish our growth, creativity, and rejuvenation.

Slow down, turn inward, and allow yourself to rest deeply. Watch as the magic of self-discovery blossoms. In our fast-paced world, choose the courageous act of pausing.

Includes:

  • Soulful Flow + Yin + Restorative Practices

  • Breathwork + Meditation

  • Journaling + Self-Inquiry

  • Reiki Energy 

  • Delicious & Healthy Lunch


Dana Point, CA

$122 pp / $211 for 2 

Sign up here or Venmo.

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Rest & Reiki Circle
Jun
9

Rest & Reiki Circle

Experience the magic of the Rest + Reiki Circle, a space to alchemize sacred rest and energetic realignment. Through transformative restorative practices, Reiki, and sound healing, we will cultivate deep relaxation and blissful surrender.

Bring you journal, fave crystals, water, cozy blanket & attire. 

Facilitated by Nicole Walter & Sam Saldivar.

Sign up via Merkababe.

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Elemental Yin - EPIC Yoga - San Clemente
Feb
10

Elemental Yin - EPIC Yoga - San Clemente

Let's explore our elemental nature in this Yin Yoga event.

Gentle movement, conscious breath, and meditation access inner harmony by harnessing the energies of wood, fire, earth, metal, and water. It’s an inspiring symphony that resonates with your soul.

No experience needed, and all are welcome.

Sign up via EPIC Yoga.

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Deep Stretch Yin Yoga - DSC - San Clemente
Feb
3

Deep Stretch Yin Yoga - DSC - San Clemente

Yin Yoga is a slower yoga practice that provides a significant stretch to the entire body. Yin targets deeper connective tissues like fascia, joints, tendons, ligaments, and even bones. 

This series of postures can help improve flexibility and mobility of the body, making it ideal for athletes and those undergoing physical therapy.

This mindful practice balances the fast pace of life to help us become more conscious, settled, and balanced. You’ll feel rested, calm, and inspired. 

All-levels welcome; no experience required. 

$15 exchange in advance to reserve your spot: @Nicole-Walter-10

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Reiki Level II - Okuden - You & the Mat - Laguna Niguel, CA
Oct
1
to Oct 2

Reiki Level II - Okuden - You & the Mat - Laguna Niguel, CA

Register and read more here.

Reiki II Okuden is the continuation of the Reiki journey and strengthens this amazing tool for those interested in personal transformation, healing, and growth. Reiki II develops Reiki energy in hands and body and is the voyage into the inner healer. 

Students will learn:

  • Business of Reiki 

  • 4 new Reiki symbols, including mental, emotional, physical, and distance 

  • Distance Healing (sending Reiki over distance, time, and space)

  • Sharing Reiki with others

  • other Reiki concepts 

This will be a special day of exploration, self-love, healing, knowledge, and personal transformation.  

Our day will be infused and heightened with sound healing from crystal bowls and a Reiki gong. 

Participants will receive a Reiki II Okuden certification, Level II manual, and sacred reiju (ceremonial attunement) in the Usui Reiki Ryoho system. Reiju activates Reiki energy in the hands and throughout the body, further attuning one to the frequency of the Universal Life Force Energy energy and enabling the practitioner to channel, guide, and direct Reiki for the self and others.

Prerequisites: Reiki Level I (students from other schools welcomed)

Class is from 12:30-4:30pm daily with a brief break. Students are encouraged to dress comfortably and bring a journal as well as cherished items for our sacred circle. 

Contact LIVEMETTA to book.

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Inner Sanctuary: A Yin Yoga Event
Sep
26

Inner Sanctuary: A Yin Yoga Event

A journey through the unification of mind, body, and spirit through Yin Yoga, meditation, and breath.

Hosts Nicole Walter & Samantha Saldivar guide you through a deep stretch in the lineage of Yin Yoga. Though the gateways of attentive breath, meditation, and sound healing, we will explore our inner landscape physically and emotionally in this evening of embodied presence and rest.

Sign up here.

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Reiki Circle - YNG Studios - San Clemente
Sep
13

Reiki Circle - YNG Studios - San Clemente

A monthly community event at YNG for both Reiki practitioners to share their light and for the community to receive the healing benefits of Reiki. Discussion, meditation, and sound healing infuse this collective event with positive and balancing energy. This event is donation-based, but please reserve your spot. Held on the 2nd Wednesday of every month. No Reiki experience needed.

Sign up via YNG.

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Reiki Level I - Shoden - Training + Certification - LiveMetta - Laguna Niguel
Sep
9
to Sep 10

Reiki Level I - Shoden - Training + Certification - LiveMetta - Laguna Niguel

Register and read more here.

Reiki is for everyone! 

Reiki I Shoden is the beginning of the Reiki journey and ignites this amazing tool for those interested in personal transformation, healing, and growth. Reiki I develops a connection to and understanding of this practice.

Students will learn:

  • History of Reiki

  • 1 new Reiki symbol

  • How Reiki works and what Reiki is

  • How to self-Reiki

  • How to conduct a Reiki session for others

  • Other Reiki concepts 

This will be a special day of exploration, self-love, healing, knowledge, and personal transformation.  

Our day will be infused and heightened with sound healing from crystal bowls and a Reiki gong. 

Participants will receive a Reiki I Shoden certification, Level I manual, and sacred reiju (ceremonial attunement) in the Usui Reiki Ryoho system. Reiju activates Reiki energy in the hands and throughout the body, further attuning one to the frequency of the Universal Life Force Energy energy and enabling the practitioner to channel, guide, and direct Reiki for the self and others.

Prerequisites: none

Class is from 12:30-4:30pm Saturday and Sunday. Students are encouraged to dress comfortably and bring a journal as well as cherished items for our sacred circle. 

Sign up via Livemetta.

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Yin Yoga & Sound
Aug
14

Yin Yoga & Sound

MERKABABE DESIGNS X NICOLE WALTER

Join Nicole Walter and Carly Tway of Merkababe Designs for an evening of Yin Yoga & sound healing.This curated event is a reset for your physical, mental, and emotional layers. Suitable for all levels, come ready to observe your inner landscape, repair, and transform.

Sign up via Merkababe Designs.

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Bolsters & Bowls: An Evening of Yin-trospection
May
15
to May 16

Bolsters & Bowls: An Evening of Yin-trospection

  • Hands to Wellness (Collective Energy) (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Mary Cady and Nicole Walter invite you to an evening of physical and energetic shifts. Through the practice of Yin Yoga, enhanced by meditation, Reiki, and sound healing, we will explore our rich, inner landscapes with resonance and depth. 

No experience needed, and all are welcome. 

This intimate group is limited to 14 guests.

Sign up via credit card here.

Sign up via Venmo here.

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Water & Fire: A Transformative Yin & Yang Flow
May
7

Water & Fire: A Transformative Yin & Yang Flow

Celebrate the elements of fire & water in this memorable Yin-Yang flow curated by Daniel Alan Head & Nicole Walter. Join us as we combine the meditative, grounding practice of Yin Yoga paired with an invigorating, dynamic Fire Flow. We begin with meditative breath and an opening, soothing Yin practice before building heat and strength through Daniel’s signature vinyasa Fire Flow. We will close with cooling Yin asana, followed by savasana and a sound bath.

Class will leave you feeling balanced, mobile, strong, and centered.

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Align & Flow - LiveMetta - Laguna Niguel
Apr
30

Align & Flow - LiveMetta - Laguna Niguel

Refine your practice as you dive deep into the alignment of individual postures. When we physically align, we in turn, energetically align, and therefore, spiritually align. Explore the balance of effort and ease through long holds and fluid movements in this Vinyasa inspired class. All levels welcome.

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Soulful Sunday Reset
Apr
30

Soulful Sunday Reset

Retreat inward through the practice of Yin Yoga to safely exercise your tissues for health and vitality. 

In this 90-minute offering, we will cultivate space in our physical and mental bodies to yield, allow, and nourish. 

Our meditative practice will be enhanced by sound healing & optional energy work. 

All are welcome, and no experience is required. 

Sliding scale $15-35. Pre-payment required via Venmo.

Sign up via Venmo here.

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Awaken to Self 2023
Apr
18

Awaken to Self 2023

Join Nicole Walter & Liz Campbell for an evening of introspection and awakening as we welcome the energies of spring.

Our circle will include gentle movement, meditation, Reiki, sound healing, and community.

This intimate group is limited to 14 guests.

Sign up via credit card here.

Sign up via Venmo here.

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Rest & Resonance Sound Bath - LiveMetta - Laguna Niguel
Apr
7

Rest & Resonance Sound Bath - LiveMetta - Laguna Niguel

Register and read more here.

Renew and rebalance with gentle, mindful movement, sound healing, and optional energy work. We will begin with aligning breathwork and meditation, followed by a Restorative-inspired practice. We conclude with a restorative savasana accompanied by harmonic sound bowls. Everyone is welcome, and no experience is required.

Contact LIVEMETTA to book.

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Self-Love & Acceptance Workshop
Feb
18

Self-Love & Acceptance Workshop

A soothing guided meditation accompanied by chakra-balancing sound bowls, Reiki, and individual massage treatments that work through the soft tissue of the body to ease day-to-day stresses and muscle tension, inviting you into a deeper state of relaxation.

Sign up via The Blend.

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Refine & Align Your Yoga Asana - LiveMetta - Laguna Niguel
Feb
7

Refine & Align Your Yoga Asana - LiveMetta - Laguna Niguel

For the student of yoga curious about understanding alignment and refinement of essential asana. We will explore poses from a structural and energetic perspective. Workshop includes: 

  • Analysis of key poses (warrior series) plus additional key poses

  • Anatomy and structure of the poses

  • Variations & modifications for different bodies

  • Discussion

  • Q and A handouts on the postures

  • Warm up and shavasana

Workshop is open to all, but is targeted towards students looking to deepen their existing practice and refine their understanding of pose biomechanics.

Contact LiveMetta to book.

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Reiki Level III - Shinpiden - You & the Mat - Laguna Niguel, CA
Dec
10
to Dec 11

Reiki Level III - Shinpiden - You & the Mat - Laguna Niguel, CA

Register and read more here.

Reiki III - Shinpiden - is the mastery level of Reiki in the Usui Reiki Ryoho System. Reiki III embraces and empowers your relationship with Reiki and yourself. Reiki III prepares you to teach Reiki to others, both formally in and informally, including passing Reiki attunements to others.

Reiki is a subtle and effective form of energy healing that uses universally-guided life force energy (Rei-ki). Reiki energy flows through all living beings to balance the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual levels.

Students will learn:

  • A review of Level II

  • New Reiki symbols

  • Additional practice conducting sessions, including distance sessions

  • A framework to educate and teach others about Reiki, both formally and informally

  • Practice giving Reiki attunements to others, including distance attunements

  • How to deepen the connection to Reiki energy

This will be a special day of exploration, self-love, knowledge, and personal transformation.

Participants will receive a Reiki III Shinpiden certification, Level III manual, and sacred reiju (ceremonial attunement) in the Usui Reiki Ryoho system. Reiju activates Reiki energy in the hands and throughout the body, further attuning one to the frequency of the Universal Life Force Energy energy and enabling the practitioner to channel, guide, and direct Reiki for the self and others.

Prerequisites: Reiki Levels I & II (students from other teachers and programs accepted)

Class is from 12-4pm with a working break. Students are encouraged to dress comfortably and bring a journal as well as cherished items for our sacred circle.

Contact You & the Mat to book.

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Rest & Refill Mini Retreat - You & The Mat - Laguna Niguel
Nov
12

Rest & Refill Mini Retreat - You & The Mat - Laguna Niguel

“You can’t pour from an empty cup”

Spreading love & joy starts with yourself. We invite you to rest & refill your inner “cup” so you can pour generosity this holiday season.

Our afternoon opens with soothing breathwork and guided meditation, followed by a gentle Yin practice to ground your physical and energy bodies. We will end with a serene Reiki restorative practice, blissful savasana, tea ceremony, and journaling to inspire clarity and tranquility.

To enhance your intimate connection with the ceremony, we encourage you to bring an item which represents your inner light for our shared altar. This offering is open to everyone. Bring someone you love to enjoy this mini-retreat together. All participants will receive a take-home gift to manifest the spirit of self-compassion and self-care.

Rest & Refill Mini-Retreat is led by Nicole Walter, Reiki Master Teacher & RYT 500, and Samantha Saldivar, E-RYT 500. Nicole and Samantha both believe we possess innate, sacred gifts and are passionate about helping others to access the divinity and power with themselves.

Contact You and the Mat to book.

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