Lotus Pond Center for Yoga and Health

Unwind and rejuvenate during Candlelight Restorative Yoga, designed to soothe your mind, body, and spirit.

In a peaceful, dimly lit setting, you’ll settle into gentle yoga poses, supported by props and blankets, allowing your body to release tension and relax deeply.

Let go of stress and cultivate inner calm, as you breathe, restore, and reconnect with yourself.

Suitable for all levels, this serene practice is perfect for those seeking relaxation, renewal, and a deeper connection to their inner self.

🕯️ Candlelight Restorative Yoga
Friday, July 10
With Tara Drucker
6:30-8:30pm
$40 / register at lotuspondyoga.com

How can we approach a Vinyasa practice that feels both fluid and structurally supportive?

This experiential workshop brings together anatomical precision with the creativity and graceful sequencing of vinyasa flow.

Yoga teachers and movement professionals will explore ways to improve movement quality while developing more confidence and artistry in their teaching.

You’ll learn how to:
• Cue with anatomical precision and creative inspiration
• Integrate functional mobility and intelligent strength
• Design graceful, dance-like transitions
• Build coordination, confidence, and creativity

This experience is also open to curious yoga practitioners who want to feel more comfortable creating sequences to practice at home and develop a better understanding of alignment within flow classes.

Led by longtime yoga, dance, movement, and fitness educators and mother-daughter duo: Patricia Jimenez Hamilton and Carla Jimenez Rosas, this workshop offers practical tools you can bring directly into your own practice and classes.

Join us for an afternoon of exploration, movement, and creative learning at Lotus Pond.

Bridging Alignment & Flow: Integrating Mobility, Strength, and Creativity in Vinyasa Practice with Patty Jimenez Hamilton and Carla Jimenez Rosas

Saturday, July 18 | 12-4pm
Cost: $80
4 Continuing Education Credits for Yoga Alliance or towards LP YTT

Patty Jimenez Hamilton, eRYT-500, YACEP, ACE- and ACSM-certified, has been teaching yoga, Cardio-dance, Sports conditioning and personal training since 1985. With a Bachelor’s degree from USF and 20+ years of leadership in Fortune 100 companies, she blends science, movement, and compassion to help clients rebuild strength, mobility, and confidence.

Carla Jimenez Rosas, Dance teacher, eRYT-500 and Prenatal Yoga certified, has been teaching yoga and dance for over 23 years and training teachers for more than 15 years. With a Bachelor’s degree from USF, she is known for her retreats and her signature mantra music, she inspires students through a blend of strength, creativity, and heart.

☀️ Feminine Lines: Radiant Summer Renewal
Led by Abby Salem-Goldman

Saturday, June 27 | 3:30–5:00pm

As we move into the second half of the year, take some time to pause, reflect and reconnect with yourself.

This intimate gathering for women offers space to step away from the demands of everyday life and receive some of the care you so often give to others.

Together, you’ll enjoy:
✨ Refreshing summer tea
✨ Guided journaling and reflection
✨ Gentle yoga to release tension
✨ A restorative sound bath for deep rest

$30 per person
$50 for two when you register together (bring a friend, sister, mother or someone special in your life.)

Abby leads her offerings from the heart, weaving together yoga, mindfulness, meditation and sound in a compassionate and welcoming space.

Join us for a peaceful summer afternoon at the Lotus Pond. 🌿

"I am very blessed to have found an amazing 'niche' where I am part of a community of folks seeking to better understand ourselves. The Lotus Pond has a myriad of classes EVERY DAY. My very favorite is a meditation/ yoga class on Sunday morning taught by Roger Mallory who is so inspirational. Today we went on a journey of acceptance... who we are and who we were..! urge you to attend these 1 hour and 15 minute sessions. Truly mind altering and inspiring. Started this on June 8,2025 (my 75th Bday).. All I can say is Thank You Roger Mallory..." shared by Beth C.

Roger teaches Yin Yoga on Wednesdays at 5:30-6:45pm and Yin & Yoga Nidra Meditation on Sundays 9:00-10:15am.

You can learn more about Yoga Nidra through a book that Roger has available on Amazon "Yoga Nidra: From Bones to Bliss" and he is offering a weekend intro or 2 weekend deeper dive into the Yoga Nidra process, creation, and facilitation in January 2027. There is a 100% scholarship available (call front desk to inquire about details)

For those who have already have training in Yoga Nidra, you may be interested in a refresher & enhancement training Roger is offering on December 5, 2026. Learn more on our website under special events / trainings.

Have you met Tammy?

Her bright smile and warm welcoming energy are hard to forget!

Tammy began her yoga journey in 2021 during a very stressful season of life.

From her very first class, she felt something shift… she felt a sense of calm, peace, and connection.

The welcoming smiles, breath, movement, and the space to simply pause made a lasting impression.

During that time, Tammy was carrying so much stress that she was grinding her teeth badly enough to break two teeth. Her dentist told her she needed to find a way to get her stress under control and yoga became that path.

Through a combination of breathwork and movement, Tammy found a calm she didn’t even realize she was missing.

She also found community, support, and a deep connection to the beautiful grounds at Lotus Pond.

What began as something she needed has grown into something she truly loves.

Tammy began her teacher training in 2024, earned her 200-hour yoga teacher certification, and is now continuing her studies in the 300-hour program.

Tammy teaches Gentle Yoga on Tuesdays at 6:00-7:15pm. Her class is a wonderful space to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with yourself.

Come say hi to Tammy! She would love to welcome you into her class. 💛

Unexpected Studio Closure on Sunday, June 7 for septic tank repair.

We apologize for the inconvenience. Please check out the schedule for other classes and special events to enjoy soon!

Join Pam Velez tomorrow evening for Yoga Nidra Meditation, a deeply meditative practice designed to help the body soften and the mind settle.

We’ll begin with gentle movement, then ease into Yoga Nidra, where there is nothing to do but lie down, listen, and rest.

We have all the props you need, even mats here at the studio. This a beginner friendly meditation practice.

Friday, June 5
6:30-8:00pm
$30
1.5 CEs available for yoga teachers + Lotus Pond YTT students

This Weekend at Lotus Pond

🌙 Friday Evening Yoga Nidra
with Pam Velez
Friday, June 5 | 6:30–8:00pm
A meditative evening practice to help you slow down, soften, and reconnect.

🧘🏽 Somatic Yoga: An Anatomical and Therapeutic Approach to the Neck and Shoulders
with Dr. Jennifer Swaringen
Saturday, June 6 | 11:30am–1:30pm
A mindful, educational workshop for anyone wanting to better understand and care for the neck and shoulders.

☀️ Sun Salutations for Sustainable Practice & Teaching
with Katie Beene
Sunday, June 7 | 10:00am–12:00pm
A workshop style practice exploring Sun Salutations with more intention, options, and awareness so they can support your body and your practice.

And of course, our weekly classes are happening too both indoors in the studio and outdoors in the Nature Classroom. Whether you’re looking for movement, rest, meditation, community, or a quiet moment on the property, we’d love to see you this weekend at Lotus Pond.

Reach out to us with any questions!