June Vibes ✨

June is here! And with the upcoming arrival of summer solstice we are all feeling the energetics of the season impacting us on the deepest cellular level. After the quiet introspection of winter, and the gradual thaw of spring, summer invites us into an energy of expansion- of movement, warmth, and renewed vitality. This time of year, nature shows us what it means to grow outward while staying rooted. Just like the wildflowers blooming along roadsides and eagles flying high above, we are too invited to expand, take up space, and open up to new possibilities- on and off of our mat. Light is not just something we see- it's something we feel. As we call in the season of the midnight sun, your yoga practice is a tool to channel this vibrant energy and counter balance with grounding.

Here is what’s going on at Auke Bay Yoga:

Business Yoga Packs- Boost morale, focus, and team spirit one breath at a time!

We are thrilled to now be offering a business yoga class pack! Specifically designed for employee wellness programs- this is a class pack that can be shared amongst all employees. If you are interested in supporting your team in this way or think your employer may be receptive please let us know! We also offer private yoga for groups which is a great team building activity that will have everyone feeling better than when they arrived! Reach out to ABY management info@AukeBayYoga.com to learn more! 

Special Events

Pop Up Class with Brigette Schwimmer- Join former ABY teacher, Brigette, as she leads a slow flow class with a theme surrounding change- not only how to embrace it but also how to harness it. June 4th 5:30-6:45pm at the Auke Bay Space. 

Breath of the Sea- Yoga & Whale Watching on 6/7, 7/12, and 8/16. We will start this experience by unwinding with a 1hr long rejuvenating yoga class at our tranquil studio, followed by a leisurely stroll to the nearby dock. We will then board one of Jayleen's Alaska's boats and set off into the open waters, where you'll have the chance to spot majestic whales in their natural habitat during your 3hr boat ride. With Breath of the Sea, you'll not only connect with your body and mind, but also with the natural world and its incredible wonders.Hurry because space for these tours is limited and filling fast! 

Yoga & Brunch w/Allen Marine on 6/15, 7/26, and 8/24.  Embark on a scenic cruise to the serene Orca Point Lodge, where Auke Bay Yoga will guide a 60-minute rejuvenating, therapeutic flow session amidst beautiful wilderness views. No previous yoga experience is required, class will be appropriate for all levels. Following your movement and meditation, enjoy a delicious brunch. Capture picture-perfect moments and unwind in remote tranquility. This session may take place inside the lodge or outside on the spacious deck, depending upon the weather. Bring layers, your camera, and sense of adventure! Stretch and sip, anyone?

Intro to Pilates w Rachel- A 4 part series held each Saturday afternoon in June! A beginner friendly Pilates mat class grounded in core principles. In a welcoming environment we focus on the five key STOTT PILATES® principles—breathing/diphram, pelvic placement, rib cage placement, scapular movement, and head & cervical spine alignment—participants develop a strong foundation for efficient and mindful movement. Purchase 1 workshop for $25 or all 4 for $75! Reach out to info@aukebayyoga.com to buy the bundle. 

Journey with the Breath w Lani on the evenings of  the 7th and 28th from 6-9pm. Lani’s trauma-compassionate Breathwork aids in trauma release. There will be language around trauma and its physical manifestations. Sessions may include somatic release in the form of crying, screaming, and/or laughing. Benefits of Holotropic breathwork may include embodied feelings of wholeness, relaxation, creativity, and clarity.

Free Community Class with Carly- Join our new seasonal teacher Carly on June 21st 6-7:15pm for a heated shakti flow at the Auke Bay space! Be prepared to move, sweat and connect as a community! This class is a great opportunity to invite your friends or family and help spread the word about classes at ABY. 

Immersive Sound Journey with Kristen on Saturday June 14th from 5-6pm. Join Kristin for an Immersive Sound Journey focused on self-compassion. You’re welcome to sit or lie down and listen to sounds created with bowls, bells, drums, and other instruments. We’ll create a space together where your mind, body, and spirit can rest and find harmony. You’ll have the opportunity to manage stress and tension and soften into relaxation and rejuvenation.

Yoga & Hike to Salmon Creek Dam! June 28th at 12pm. Join us as we move, breathe, and explore together! In this workshop we will be hiking to Salmon Creek Dam to a large flat area where we will unroll our mats and practice yoga! Timing will be conditional to the pace of the group however, this can be expected to take around 3.5 hours. 

BIPOC Yoga w/ Aims held on the mornings of June 1st, 8th, 15th & 29th from 11am-12pm. Come move, breathe, and heal together as a community. 

Yoga for Recovery is a wonderful opportunity to explore yoga and mindfulness as a tool to heal.  We all have relationships in our life that could benefit from intention and presence- whether it be our relationship to self, a loved one, alcohol, food, shopping, anxiety etc. Yoga for recovery can touch on so many different aspects of our lives.  Join Naomi 6:30 -8 on Saturday June 14th. Not sure if this is for you? It is. Read more and DONATE here to support this live giving program at ABY!

Queer Care Saturday June 7th 11am-12pm. Led by our wonderful teacher, Summer, she will cultivate a safe and supportive space to express yourself freely through movement and breath. 

 Summer Solstice Celebration Friday June 20th 7-8:30pm with Cassandra & Kelsey! Come gather around the fire to welcome the return of summer! Together, you will celebrate the season’s abundance through meditation, song, offerings, and intention setting. 

Teacher Updates 

Welcome new teacher Logan for the season! She will be in Juneau for the summer months teaching a seasonal Mommy & Me Yoga class and  stepping in as a sub.

Why do you teach yoga?I teach yoga because I’ve seen how powerful it can be in supporting physical healing, emotional resilience, and connection - to self, to others, and to something deeper. My own journey into yoga therapy was inspired by watching loved ones navigate health challenges, and I’m especially passionate about offering yoga as a grounding, restorative practice during times of life transition - like new motherhood.

How do you want students to feel after class?I would love students to leave class feeling grounded, supported, and connected - both to their bodies, to their babies, and to a community of other new mothers. I hope they walk away with a sense of calm and clarity, and the reassurance that they’re not alone in their journey.

Core Values:

• Compassion

• Connection

• Presence

• Accessibility

• Empowerment

Class Updates

Mommy & Me Yoga- held on Tuesday mornings from 11-12pm This gentle, supportive class is designed for moms to move, bond, and reconnect with their bodies postpartum while practicing alongside their babies. Through breathwork, stretching, and mindful movement, moms will ease back into yoga in a welcoming space that encourages connection—with their little ones and with other mothers in the community. Babies will be gently incorporated into parts of the practice, creating a shared experience of movement and presence. This class is best suited for little ones who are not yet walking.

Sukha Flow with Bailey- Please join Bailey for a new class Monday evenings 5:30-6:30 at the Rainforest Yoga location. Bailey's classes are known for intentional therapeutic movement, yogic education, and welcoming spirit. All are welcome!  

Sub Alerts 

Monday 9am Therapeutic flow (ABY)- Cassandra subbing! 

Thursday 9 Therapeutic flow (Downtown)- Bailey subbing! 

Thursday 12:10 Shakti Flow (Downtown)- Angelica subbing! 

Saturday 9am Therapeutic flow (ABY)- Logan subbing!