Berkshire Yoga Fesitval 2025: Full Schedule

8:00am EDT

✴️ Breathful Grounding

Friday June 13, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT

A Mindful Flow for All.' I'm Vince , and I'm stoked you're here. Imagine a space where your breath is your most compassionate teacher, and every movement is a step towards deeper grounding. In this class, we'll explore the dance of breath and body, each flow seamlessly leading to the next, just like the gentle ebb and flow of life's rhythms. As we move together, you'll discover a practice that's more than just poses; it's a celebration of the present moment, a cultivation of inner stillness amidst the outer motion. Whether you're new to yoga or have been on this path for years, our community welcomes you with open arms. Join me at the Berkshire Yoga Festival, where we'll not only stretch our bodies but also our hearts, building connections that extend beyond the mat. Let's breathe, flow, and grow together, creating moments of mindfulness that resonate with your soul. Remember, this journey is yours - and it starts with a single breath. Let's take that first breath together.

Presenters

Vince Brown

Founder/Owner, Phoenix Rising

Hey there! I'm Vince, a multi-faceted adventurer who thrives on staying active and diving deep into the world of yoga. My specialties include Aerial Yoga, BUTI Yoga, and the traditional Yoga Yoga—all avenues that have not only amped up my adventure game but have also rooted me more... Read More →

Friday June 13, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Thunderbolt Room

Community Event, Yoga & Lecture

Curated Schedules Studio Partners

8:30am EDT

✴️ Pranayama for Vividness in Understanding

Friday June 13, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT

Fischer Room, Country Inn

Pranayama is often referred to as the science and art of breath. But to what end? How can breath bring us closer to understanding and depth of consciousness?
In this session we will explore the breath as a tool to draw us closer to an understanding of prana/life within the body, build/store prana, and deepen the vividness of our conscious attention.
Join Paul Menard, for an exploration of breath, body, and mind as we connect the art of pranayama with the scaffolding of posture, withdrawal of the senses, and a deeper vividness in meditation.

Presenters

Paul Menard

Director, Karuna Center for Yoga & Healing Arts

Director, Yoga Instructor & Shiatsu Practitioner E-RYT 500, YACEP, AOBTA-CPPaul Menard began studying yoga in 2002 and has maintained a passionate practice ever since. His background in classical dance gives him profound appreciation for the intricacy of the form that yoga affords... Read More →

Friday June 13, 2025 8:30am - 9:30am EDT
Fischer Room, Country Inn 37 Corey Rd, Hancock, MA, USA

Community Event, Pranayama

Curated Schedules Studio Partners

10:00am EDT

✴️ Mat Pilates

Friday June 13, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am EDT

Clark Room, Country Inn

Pilates is an amazing, comprehensive form of exercise that was created by Joseph Pilates. His original name for the work was Contrology; Contrology is the complete coordination of the body and the mind. It is only when Joseph passed that the work took on the catchier name of Pilates. Mat Pilates is a type of exercise that was based on Joseph Pilates original repertoire that includes doing the Pilates movements off the machines onto the mat. Some of these exercises are similar to many yoga poses. Examples of these exercises include: planks, side planks, long sit, spine stretch, and various other exercises. All of the exercises target specific areas of the body to strengthen and stretch the muscles. Pilates helps elongate the muscles, help with flexibility, strengthen and lean out core muscles, and reduce overall tightness. This class is can be modified for all ages, fitness levels, and body types.

Presenters

Melissa Boyd

Owner, Satya Yoga & Pilates

Melissa Boyd is an experienced yoga instructor and the owner of Satya Yoga & Pilates in Port Jefferson Station, NY. With over 24 years of experience, Melissa has dedicated herself to helping people live healthier lives through the ancient practice of yoga. She is certified by The... Read More →

Friday June 13, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Clark Room, Country Inn 37 Corey Rd, Hancock, MA 01237, USA

Community Event, Fitness & Pilates

Level All levels
Curated Schedules Studio Partners

12:00pm EDT

✴️ A Murder of Crows

Friday June 13, 2025 12:00pm - 1:15pm EDT

Burbank Room - Sponsored by Himalayan Institute

If a flock of crows is called a murder, what is class full of crow poses called? This class is an alignment based exploration of the variations of bakasana- crow pose. You will learn the structural foundations of crow, side crow, and one legged crow, as well as a few more esoteric expressions of the pose. Hand, wrist and shoulder technique, related standing poses and different entries and transitions in and out of the hand balance will also be covered. No birds will be harmed during the course of this workshop!

Presenters

Tim Kelleher

Founder, Back Bay Yoga Union

Tim Kelleher has been a devoted student of yoga for over two decades and a leading teacher in the Boston yoga community since 2010. He lives in Boston with his husband, two children and three cats. His practice is the key to his physical, emotional and spiritual wellbeing, and sharing... Read More →

Friday June 13, 2025 12:00pm - 1:15pm EDT
Burbank Room - Sponsored by Himalayan Institute 37 Corey Rd, Hancock, MA 01237, USA

Community Event

Curated Schedules Advance Your Practice, Studio Partners

12:00pm EDT

✴️ Live Music Slow Flow

Friday June 13, 2025 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT

Fischer Room, Country Inn

Enjoy this workshop accompanied by singer/songwriter Monica Ott as she draws you into an unforgettable experience of enchanting music, mantras and movement. Stephanie Kopyar will guide you through an uplifting, heart-opening, slow flow through gentle, yet invigorating movements, conscious breathing, and mindfulness. Get ready to be transformed, connected, and inspired. All Levels of practice are welcome!

Presenters

Stephanie Kopyar

Owner, BambooMoves Cincinnati

In 2007, I moved to NYC and immersed myself in a Korean style of yoga that focuses on activating the body and mind’s potential through energy work, psychosomatic therapy, and breathwork. This transformative practice reshaped my life, opening the door to a deeper understanding of... Read More →

Monica Ott

E-RYT 500 hr., BambooMoves Yoga Baltimore

Monica is the owner of BambooMoves Yoga Baltimore and a 500 hour E-RYT. Monica began her yoga journey in 2008 working as the studio manager of BambooMoves in Englewood, NJ. Her teachers, Scott Kleinfeld and Stephanie Kopyar (owner of BambooMoves Cincinnati) encouraged her to take... Read More →

Friday June 13, 2025 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Fischer Room, Country Inn 37 Corey Rd, Hancock, MA, USA

Community Event

Curated Schedules Studio Partners

12:30pm EDT

✴️ Cacao & Tarot Circle

Friday June 13, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT

Sensory Sanctuary

Coming together in community to celebrate the act of ritual. Sitting with the plant medicine cacao, through meditation, card spread readings, journaling and voluntary sharing we call in energy to support us in letting go to better align with our most authentic selves.

Presenters

Katelyn Ryan

Balance Cohassett

Friday June 13, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm EDT
Sensory Sanctuary

Community Event

Curated Schedules Studio Partners, Chill Out

6:00am EDT

✴️ Rad Yoga Sculpt

Saturday June 14, 2025 6:00am - 7:00am EDT

Thunderbolt Room

A full body workout combining elements of yoga, strength training & cardio. Class will include an all levels yoga flow mixed with bursts of cardio + strength training for your entire body. A rockin’ playlist and lots of laughter will make the time fly. All levels welcome, fun required!

Presenters

Abby Geurds

Lead Teacher + Director of Education, Radiance Yoga

I started yoga as a freshman in high school with my coach having us run to a local gym every week for an hour long yoga class. Not only did it help me focus on race day, it also brought me to my roots of dance. I earned my 200 hour certification through Radiance Yoga in Pittsfield... Read More →

Saturday June 14, 2025 6:00am - 7:00am EDT
Thunderbolt Room

Community Event, Yoga

Curated Schedules Studio Partners

8:00am EDT

✴️ Yoga for Men: Open and Expand From Strength

Saturday June 14, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT

Fischer Room, Country Inn

Let’s dive in together for an expanding physical practice that not only challenges our bodies but opens our minds with targeted breathing practices for optimum health and athletic performance. As men, we often don’t take personal inventory of our health, our relationships, and our personal best practices -- more frequently operating in a GSD (get sh*t done) mode. Today, we will use our practice as a linchpin to realign and set our center. We’ll be targeting shoulders, hips, hams, and strength in this joyous morning practice. The practice is open to all levels. If your body is tight, you are encouraged to bring yoga blocks.

Presenters

Stephan W. Kolbert

Co-Owner, Upper West Side Yoga and Wellness

Stephan is a native Upper West Sider, an educator, yoga teacher (E-RYT500) and integrative therapist who uses yoga, Reiki, aromatherapy, nutritional and contemplative counseling, and Thai Bodywork with his clients. He has spent decades working with diverse populations: from the homeless... Read More →

Saturday June 14, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am EDT
Fischer Room, Country Inn 37 Corey Rd, Hancock, MA, USA

Community Event

Curated Schedules Studio Partners

10:00am EDT

✴️ Movement & Mindfulness for Pelvic Health

Saturday June 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am EDT

Fischer Room, Country Inn

Join Dr. Kerry for a lecture that makes pelvic health approachable.

In this session, you will learn intentional movement, mindfulness and breathwork techniques to support your pelvic health and prevent pelvic health issues. Designed for yoga teachers and practitioners alike this empowering session is perfect for anyone interested in better understanding the pelvis-- anatomy, function and movement.
Key topics include:

Understanding the basics of pelvic anatomy and function.
Exploring movement techniques to relax strengthen and build awareness pelvic muscles.
The powerful connection between mindfulness practices and pelvic health.
Harnessing the role of breath in promoting pelvic wellness.
Practical applications for yoga practitioners and teachers, including how to incorporate pelvic health principles into yoga classes and personal practice.

Presenters

Kerry McGinn

Yoga Lee

Kerry McGinn is a lover of all things movement, mindfulness and mother nature. By Trade, Kerry is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, 500 hour Registered Yoga Teacher, and former Personal Trainer. She owns Live Good, Feel Good: a Physical Therapy & Wellness Company operating virtually... Read More →

Saturday June 14, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Fischer Room, Country Inn 37 Corey Rd, Hancock, MA, USA

Community Event, Lecture/Talk

Curated Schedules Women's Health, Studio Partners

10:30am EDT

✴️ Cacao & Tarot Circle

Saturday June 14, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am EDT

Sensory Sanctuary

Presenters

Katelyn Ryan

Balance Cohassett

Saturday June 14, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Sensory Sanctuary

Community Event

Curated Schedules Studio Partners, Chill Out

4:00pm EDT

✴️ Power Yoga

Saturday June 14, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT

Fischer Room, Country Inn

A power yoga class combining strength, endurance, and mindful breathwork to foster resilience, self-awareness, and personal growth. Move beyond the physical practice to cultivate inner strength, clarity, and purpose both on and off the mat.

Presenters

Aimee Elsner

Owner, CT Power Yoga

Aimee Elsner, ERYT, Certified Baptiste Yoga Influencer, occupational therapist, entrepreneur, and co-founder of Connecticut Power Yoga and Balanced Beeing Occupational Therapy. With a focus on integrating traditional and mindful therapies, including yoga, meditation, and nutrition... Read More →

Saturday June 14, 2025 4:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
Fischer Room, Country Inn 37 Corey Rd, Hancock, MA, USA

Community Event, Yoga

Curated Schedules Studio Partners

6:30am EDT

✴️ Morning Guided Meditation: Trip Out, Trip In

Sunday June 15, 2025 6:30am - 7:15am EDT

Potter Brothers

Bring something comfortable to sit or lie down upon and to keep you warm.

Join Ingrid on a channeled meditation journey where she guides you into experiencing your boundless, non-physical self and then welcomes you back into the warm embrace of your awe-inspiring physical body. We’ll start with 15 minutes of gentle movements to oil the joints and then will either sit or lie down for 30 minutes of meditation. You’ll feel refreshed and full of wonder!

Ingrid A. Marcroft
Co-Founder, Upper West Side Yoga and Wellness, NYC

Presenters

Ingrid A Marcroft

Co-Owner, Upper West Side Yoga and Wellness

Ingrid is a transplanted Upper West Sider by way of Massachusetts, Germany, New Jersey, Paris, upstate New York, and Guadeloupe. Prompted by her own health crisis in the early 90s, she dove headfirst into studying myriad natural healing methods (nutrition, bodywork, mental / emotional... Read More →

Sunday June 15, 2025 6:30am - 7:15am EDT
Potter Brothers 37 Corey Rd, Hancock, MA, USA

Community Event, Meditation

Curated Schedules Studio Partners, Chill Out

8:00am EDT

✴️ Live Music Sutras - How We Move When We Are Moved

Sunday June 15, 2025 8:00am - 9:30am EDT

The intersection of movement, mindfulness and live music invites you to boldly notice subtle details inside and outside of yourself. This 60 minute meditative vinyasa practice exists for you to awaken to new pathways for listening and find access to the vast edges of creativity that you are meant to share with the world. Megan Twining and musicians will lead you through this intuitive yoga class. The vibrational energy of music acts as the thread-of-the-moment weaving together the energy within each yogi present.

Presenters

Megan Twining

Founder / Director, Sonder Studios

Megan is the founder and director of Sonder Studios and Aster Yoga Teacher Training, located in Maryland, just outside of Washington DC. She has been involved in visual, culinary, and movement arts for more than 25 years. Megan serves her community through her work as a mindfulness... Read More →

Sunday June 15, 2025 8:00am - 9:30am EDT

Community Event

Curated Schedules Studio Partners, Yoga Philosophy

10:00am EDT

✴️ Mindful Flow: Yoga for Presence & Peace

Sunday June 15, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am EDT

Thunderbolt Room

Join Rachael for an all-levels yoga flow class designed to help you elevate your well being and bring a deeper connection to the present moment. Through a combination of mindful breathing, intentional movement, and gentle stretching, we’ll explore how to move with awareness, calm your mind, and release tension in your body. Whether you're new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, this class will leave you feeling grounded, centered, and more at peace. Come as you are, and discover the power of mindful flow to bring balance and serenity into your life.

Presenters

Rachael Plaine

Owner / Director, Berkshire Yoga Dance & Fitness

Rachael Plaine, Owner and Director of Berkshire Yoga Dance and Fitness has always had a passion for movement which led her to receive a B.A. in Dance from the University of Massachusetts – Amherst, where she took her very first yoga class. In 2011 she received her yoga teacher certification... Read More →

Sunday June 15, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
Thunderbolt Room

Community Event

Curated Schedules Studio Partners

10:00am EDT

Loosening the Knots: Freeing Space for Binding

Sunday June 15, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am EDT

Fischer Room, Country Inn

Bindings are challenging. These poses give us an awareness of our physical body and its limitations and also shed light on the internal struggle of the higher yoga quest.
Physically, binding poses can bring ease and opening if the body is supple. And can feel locked away for those with tighter, stiffer bodies.
Similarly with the inner quest, for some, there is a suppleness and ease to move into the more subtle states. While for others the deeper layers of this embodiment can feel tied up tight.
Open up without forcing the way in. Learn to release without thrashing against the knots of this form. Balance effort and allowing. Find freedom while still being bound to the limitations of this body and loosen the knots that bind you.

Presenters

Paul Menard

Director, Karuna Center for Yoga & Healing Arts

Sunday June 15, 2025 10:00am - 11:30am EDT
Fischer Room, Country Inn 37 Corey Rd, Hancock, MA, USA

Community Event

Curated Schedules Advance Your Practice, Studio Partners

10:30am EDT

✴️ Cacao & Tarot Circle

Sunday June 15, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am EDT

Sensory Sanctuary

Presenters

Katelyn Ryan

Balance Cohassett

Sunday June 15, 2025 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
Sensory Sanctuary

Community Event

Curated Schedules Studio Partners, Chill Out

12:00pm EDT

✴️ The Grounding Magic of Savasana Assists: Guiding Students to Rest and Recovery

Sunday June 15, 2025 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT

Thunderbolt Room

This workshop is designed for yoga teachers and fitness professionals who work with individuals in group-class or one-on-one settings.
After a vigorous yoga or movement practice that productively stresses the body, it’s essential to allow time for rest and recovery. In yoga, this rest period is called savasana. Savasana involves lying down on your back, training the nervous system to settle and activate the parasympathetic (“rest and digest”) response after physical exertion. This practice helps the body respond well to stress, enabling a healthy transition back to balance. Stress is a natural part of life, but the key to a resilient nervous system lies in quickly returning to a state of calm after short periods of stress.
As movement facilitators, we can use compassionate and strategic hands-on assists to teach our students how to ground themselves and soothe their nervous systems more effectively. In this hands-on session, you’ll learn and practice the foundational skills needed to guide students into deeper states of relaxation. Our focus will be on techniques that enhance the flow of breath, promote physical relaxation, and ground the entire system.
We will also cover essential topics such as obtaining student consent, cultivating a mindful approach, and using touch with kindness and compassion to support the health and wellness of your students. Each of us has the capacity to heal; this workshop will help you fine-tune your senses and harness the power of a healing touch.

Presenters

Tatyana Souza

owner, Coolidge Corner Yoga

As a PhD of Immunology and an E-RYT 500, Tatyana Souza weaves together seamlessly her health and body knowledge from eastern and western traditions. Inspired by the mental benefits of consistent yoga practice and by her family, Tatyana left her career in the pharmaceutical industry... Read More →

Sunday June 15, 2025 12:00pm - 1:30pm EDT
Thunderbolt Room

Community Event

Curated Schedules For Teachers, Studio Partners

2:00pm EDT

✴️ Chair Yoga for All Ages…Really!

Sunday June 15, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT

Crane West

Chairs will be provided. Bring your mat!

Join Stephan and Ingrid in their wildly popular Chair Yoga class for all ages that is fun, challenging, invigorating, and inspiring (and perspiring!). We start in the chair for simple joint-opening movements, and then get up and create yoga flows using the chair as a prop that will surprise you and make you wonder why you haven’t done this before. Chair Yoga is great for people who may have stiff muscles, may have an injury, may not enjoy getting down to and up from the floor frequently (or at all), or who really enjoy learning a new way of practicing (and teaching) yoga. Some poses are actually deeper using a chair! It is a wonderful way to personalize your practice for your shifting daily needs. And, blissfully, you’ll experience a healing Savasana with your legs up on the chair, with Ingrid singing to you. : )

Stephan W. Kolbert and Ingrid A. Marcroft
Co-Founders, Upper West Side Yoga and Wellness, NYC

Presenters

Stephan W. Kolbert

Co-Owner, Upper West Side Yoga and Wellness

Ingrid A Marcroft

Co-Owner, Upper West Side Yoga and Wellness

Sunday June 15, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Crane West 37 Corey Road, Hancock, MA, USA

Community Event

Curated Schedules Longevity, Studio Partners

2:00pm EDT

✴️ Dynamic Harmony

Sunday June 15, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT

Crane East

Imagine stepping into a space where yoga is more than just a series of poses—it's a vibrant journey of self-discovery. I’m Vince, and while I might not be the most flexible yogi out there, I flow with a passion that drives me forward, and I want to share that energy with you. Welcome to "Dynamic Harmony."

This class is more than just moving through asanas; it's about reconnecting with your body in a way that honors its strength, its limits, and its potential. We’ll dive deep into dynamic vinyasas designed not only to challenge your practice but to invigorate your spirit. Each transition is an opportunity, a step toward mastering your practice with greater fluidity and stabilization.

But here's the twist: it’s not just about perfecting each pose. It’s about listening—really listening—to your body, embracing each breath, each movement, and making them uniquely yours. We'll explore tips and techniques that bring a new level of ease and confidence to your flow, transforming your practice into a dance of strength and grace.

Picture a class where every transition is a delicate balance between effort and ease, and every pose becomes a celebration of your dedication. Whether you’re looking to refine your technique or just want to experience yoga from a fresh perspective, this session will open doors to transformation and growth.

Join me at the Berkshire Yoga Festival for an exciting adventure in movement and mindfulness. Together, we'll push past boundaries, discover new depths in our practice, and find true harmony between movement and stillness. I can't wait to guide you through this enriching experience.

80% asana, 20% lecture. Let's flow together.

Presenters

Vince Brown

Founder/Owner, Phoenix Rising

Sunday June 15, 2025 2:00pm - 3:30pm EDT
Crane East 37 Corey Rd, Hancock, MA 01237, USA

Community Event, Yoga & Lecture

Curated Schedules Studio Partners

Berkshire Yoga Fesitval 2025

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