Workshops
Yoga 101 with Nikki
Quarterly Workshops for Beginners
Sunday, January 25, 2026 from 2:30-4:30pm
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Sunday, April 26, 2026 from 2:30-4:30pm
Join Nikki for a one-day beginner workshop, designed for anyone new to yoga or yoga practitioners who want to align and refine their practice. These workshops will guide you through the foundation of the practice. Each workshop registration also includes a 3 Class Pack so that you can continue your yoga journey.
In this workshop, you will learn:
What will be covered:
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Basic yoga terminology
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What to bring to a yoga class and how to set up
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Breathing, meditation, and mindfulness practices
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Fundamental poses and common transitions
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Sun salutations
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Benefits of a consistent yoga practice
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How to build the foundation of your personal practice
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Opportunity to connect with others
Nikki Watson, RYT-500
With over 700 hours of yoga teacher training and a B.S. in Exercise Physiology, Nikki is known for her clear, accessible, and engaging teaching style. With a nurturing demeanor, she creates a compassionate space that allows practitioners to discover and deepen their practice.
What to expect: This class will be held in a lightly warmed room. Please dress comfortably so that you will be able to move freely. If you have a mat and/or yoga props (2 blocks & 1 strap), please bring them with you. If not, we have extras available for you to use during the workshop. Please bring a towel and water with you.
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Cancellation Policy: You must cancel your Workshop or Series registration at least 48 hours prior to the start of the series to receive credit returned to your account.
Bodywork Workshop:
Partner Thai Yoga Massage
When: Saturday, February 14, 2026
Time: 3:00pm – 5:30pm
Location: YogaRoots (Columbia, MD)
Cost: $120
Please note, this registration is for two people (you + your partner).
Room Temp | All Levels
Space is limited.​
Certified Thai Bodywork Practitioner, Kimber Brenneman, will guide you and a partner (friend/partner/spouse/family member) on a journey of relaxation and connection in this workshop. Thai Yoga Massage is a traditional Bodywork practice that originated in Thailand and combines acupressure and rhythmic stretching to relax tense muscles, improve range of motion, and relieve stress.
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In this workshop we will:
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Be guided through a sequence that flows like a therapeutic, slow-flow yoga class, once as Giver and once as Receiver.
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As Giver, you will be following detailed instruction to provide the gift of touch to your partner.
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We will have a short bio break before setting up for the second round.
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As Receiver, you will be relaxing and receiving the benefits of the Thai Yoga Massage practice from your partner.
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Discover the joy of giving and receiving in this rejuvenating practice, creating lasting memories and a shared skill that can continue to benefit your relationship long after the workshop concludes.
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This workshop is appropriate for all. No prior experience necessary. Don't miss out on this therapeutic experience!
Kimber Brenneman, E-RYT-500, YACEP
Kimber loves to practice and teach intense hot Vinyasa yoga classes. However, she also understands the importance of balancing this vigor with therapeutic practices to prevent injury and improve well-being. Kimber was inspired to become a certified Thai Bodywork Practitioner through her own journey to discover this balance. Kimber's certification includes hundreds of hours of myofascial trigger point release training in addition to over 700 hours of yoga teacher training certifications. She loves to share her passion for this practice with her students, leaving them feeling more balanced and restored.
What to expect: This workshop will be held at room temperature. Please dress comfortably so that you will be able to move freely. We also suggest dressing in layers so you can adjust as your body temperature changes. For example, you may be warmer while giving Thai massage, and cooler while receiving Thai massage. Please bring one mat per person (two mats per pair). Extra mats will be available for you to use during the workshop if you do not have one. Please bring one pillow per pair as well. Lastly, please arrive a few minutes early to allow time to set up.
Cancellation Policy: You must cancel your Workshop or Series registration at least 48 hours prior to the start of the event to receive credit returned to your account.
Dynamic Joints Workshop: Spine
When: Sunday, February 22, 2026
Time: 2:30pm – 4:30pm
Location: YogaRoots (Columbia, MD)
Cost: $50
Light Warm | All Levels
Space is limited.
Join Keith for this life-changing workshop designed for anyone who wants to improve how they move on and off the mat. This workshop will guide you through a well-rounded approach to mobilizing and strengthening your body, from your skeleton to your muscles to your brain. Combining Functional Range Conditioning®, calisthenics, and yoga, you will learn exercises and techniques designed to improve how you move in your daily life.
In this workshop we will:
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Warm up and prepare your body for exercise
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Focus on the function and movement of your spine
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Address spinal instability by building core strength
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Improve mobility and flexibility
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Explore how to address new or ongoing repetitive stress injuries
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Learn how to maximize range of motion while "bulletproofing" joints to reduce risk of injury
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Leave feeling stronger and more aware of your joint health
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This workshop is appropriate for all levels of practitioners. Discover knowledge and awareness in this life-changing workshop!
Keith Golden, RYT-500, Functional Range Conditioning® Mobility Specialist, XPT Performance Breathing Coach
Keith teaches progressive methods of movement and tackles the challenging impacts of modern living on humans. As a yoga and mobility teacher, he works with all levels of students -- from elite athletes preparing for performance to every-day practitioners enhancing overall abilities to students recovering from injuries.
What to expect: This workshop will be held at light warm room temperature. Please bring a mat, towel, water, and yoga props if you have them (2 blocks & 1 strap). If not, we will have extras available for you to use during the workshop. Please arrive a few minutes early to allow time to set up.
Cancellation Policy: You must cancel your Workshop or Series registration at least 48 hours prior to the start of the event to receive credit returned to your account.