Upcoming Events
Intro to Yoga For Dudes
This is a class designed for men who do not have any experience practicing yoga. It is specifically geared to guys who are reluctant to take a yoga class because they have injuries, pain, extreme tightness and are uncoordinated.
Leave this class knowing how to safely practice yoga with the variations and alignment tools to confidently take any class without feeling lost. You will learn the foundational components of yoga to get out of pain, develop strength and mobility and seamlessly work on your mental health while getting in shape.
Jake has been teaching his signature Yoga for Dudes workshop for over 10 years, and has experience teaching pro-athletes on the Philadelphia Eagles, Phillies and Union. He is also a health journalist for U.S. News & World Report.
January 31st // 3pm - 5pm // $50
Somatic Processing
Unravel fear and tension in your body and mind. Uncover the state of wellbeing that’s underneath the noise. This transformational workshop combines movement, breathwork, and deep rest to help you tune into your nervous system and release what’s stuck. Expect space for spontaneous expression and a clearer sense of yourself by the end. You don’t need to try hard — just show up.
NOTE: Please bring a pillow for optional screaming. Before registering, please review this list of contraindications, and consult your medical provider if you have any concerns.
We’re committed to creating space for Black and Indigenous community members and other people of color in this work. Two full scholarships are set aside each session for BIPOC participants - email hello@truyogaroc.com to claim yours.
Sliding Scale Pricing (per session):
$20 // $40 // $50
Dates:
Saturday 1/3: 12:30pm-2:30pm
Sunday 2/1: 4:30pm-6:30pm
Saturday 3/14: 1pm-2pm
Saturday 4/11: 2pm-4pm
Saturday 5/9: 12:30pm-2:30pm
Saturday 6/13: 12:30pm-2:30pm
Mahā Śivaratri
Mahā Śivaratri is the biggest night of the year devoted to Śiva. We will begin to understand the energy of Śiva through this sound-based yoga practice. Traditionally this practice is called kīrtan, or call-and-response communal singing. You will gain confidence singing with vocal warm ups, precise pronunciation, and deep inner listening to comfortably self-express. The concept of Śiva is universal and not religious in this format. Śiva is the austere yogi who brings us through the cycle of changes. Full participation brings us into union with the energy.
This is an excellent time to bring up deep wounds for healing, and do shadow work. We will end in meditation and have grounding vegetarian Indian food at the conclusion.
The workshop is from 5-7pm and food/mingling until 8pm.
Marla Pelletier, your host, is a second-generation Indian-American who has been leading yoga & meditation classes since 2006. She runs the corporate wellness company, Inward Office, encouraging daily movement & stress relief at work. Mantra practice & nada yoga has been a powerful tool in transmuting difficult emotions and transitioning through changes.
February 15th // 5pm - 8pm
Sliding Scale: $20 // $30 // $40
Experiential Hinduism: Worship to Yoga
Join Amanda Ganguly, RYT-200 and Amlan Ganguly, PhD in an immersive 2 hour yoga and Hinduism class where you will experience actual worship of a deity as done for thousands of years in Hindu temples and sacred spaces, followed by a yoga-asana session inspired by the deity. Light refreshments and informal conversation will close out your session.
The 3 part workshop will comprise of:
1. Worship of Devi Saraswati (45 mins) – Devi Saraswati is the Hindu Goddess of language, knowledge, wisdom and music. Traditionally worshipped in early spring to bless students and seekers.
2. Yoga session inspired by Devi Saraswati (45 mins) – A slow-flow yoga session suitable for all levels of practitioners. This session will be meditative and reflective of you inner self to activate your inner wisdom.
3. Refreshments and Q&A (30 mins) – Open conversations and Q&A session where we will answer any questions and demystify any doubts that the class may have. Light refreshments will be served.
February 28th // 1pm - 2:30pm
Sliding Scale: $20 // $30 // $40
The Tantric Thread
Rochester has been asking, and we listened - Douglas Brooks is back for a brand new quarterly series exploring the rich, revelatory tradition of Tantra. Each weekend gathering will dive deep into the heart of Tantric philosophy, guided by Douglas’ signature blend of scholarship, storytelling, and spiritual insight.
Join us as we journey through the seasons with one of the world’s foremost teachers, uncovering the timeless wisdom of Tantra in modern life. Virtual and In-Person options are available!
Saturday 3/28/26: 2pm - 5pm
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Sliding Scale Pricing
Drop-In: $40 // $65 // $80