264 North Main Street, East Longmeadow, MA 01028 | 413.525.0720
264 North Main Street, East Longmeadow, MA 01028 | 413.525.0720
Greetings, from another Glorious Day in Western MA!
The Full Moon at it’s peak tonight, October’s Hunter’s Moon….if you like, before reading further, perhaps you can take a moment to stop, to breathe, to be…follow this “full moon” meditation:
Soften your eyes and allow your breath to lengthen, deepen, and expand in all direcctions.
Inhale through the nose… exhale through the mouth…a sigh.
Let the outer world fade for a few moments and arrive fully here, now.
Today, wherever you are on the planet, we are ALL under the glow of the Full Hunter’s Moon—a time once marked by the final harvest and preparation for the darker half of the year. This moon invites us to pause, reflect, and give thanks for what we’ve gathered—whether that’s wisdom, strength, relationships, or insight.
As the moon shines at her fullest, she illuminates everything—our abundance, our lessons, our shadows.
Take a deep breath in, and feel the light of awareness moving through you.
Exhale, and release what no longer needs to be carried.
Let this light remind you that cycles are natural: growth, fullness, release, rest.
You are part of that rhythm.
Right now, in this moment, everything is OK.
All is well. May we all have Peace, in our hearts, our homes, and in our world.
With love,
Sheila, Tony, Beth, & Team Heartsong Yoga
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The Quick Check in: Join us for October events, classes and workshops:
New Student Intro Offer: One month of unlimited classes from the core class schedule:
$49. for brand new students, Purchase here.
The daily yoga schedule is here.
A quick look at all of our Specialty Classes here.
An overview of all our upcoming courses & events here.
As we step into this new season, we want to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude for the opportunity to share another year with you all. To our incredible studdents and friends, thank you for your continued support and presence—your energy truly makes this community shine.
Ashtanga Yoga Flow 5 week Course, Thursday nights, 6 to 7:15 pm
October 23 to November 20, with Michelle Srebnick, $85.
For those looking for a more athletic style of yoga. We welcome all beginning students or current students looking to add vinyasa flow to their practice. If you like repetition, order, and the idea of developing a meditation in motion that you can take with you anywhere, anytime, this style of yoga is for you! The course offers a individualized attention and the chance to break down and grow the practice. Michelle will teach you traditional Ashtanga Yoga, focusing on the transitions (vinyasa) breath & standing poses. Sometimes called “Power Yoga” this practice is a vigorous, strong, and heated. (A 3 week Session 2 will add the fundamental seated poses in December.) Class Sign Up
Intro to Yoga for Every-Body 5 week Course, Wednesday nights, 7:15 pm - 8:30 pm.
October 20 to November 17, with Sheri Wood Devin, $85.
This welcoming series provides a progressive and supportive learning environment with individualized attention, perfect for those new to yoga or returning after time away. You’ll build a strong foundation, explore proper alignment, and connect to the heart of practice week by week. Inspired by Kripalu Yoga, the “Yoga of Compassion.” Class Sign Up
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More about Meditation: (Weekly Community gathering, Sangha)
Every Wednesday night at 7:15 pm.
FREE: A gathering for all, beginners to experienced meditators, to join us for a quiet evening of practice, learning, support and friendship with instructor Kathryn Proux. In person only. Preregister on our regular calendar. Walk ins welcome.
Group Reiki & Crystals:
This Tuesday night, October 7, 7:15 pm: With Shannon Bates. This class offers Sacred Time to travel inward and reset with the intention of honoring your inner light, combining the healing energies of Reiki and Crystals Starts with an overview of the stones you will use today, and then you rest quietly while Shannon shares Reiki with the group. You’ll receive a goodie bag of crystals to take home. $25, we prefer preregistration, here, but walk ins are welcome!
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Learn to Share Reiki, for yourself and with Others
Next Sunday October 12, Continuing Ed: LEVEL 2 training: This ancient Japanese energy healing modality has gained immense popularity for its ability to promote parasympathetic nervous system relaxation, reduce stress, and restore a sense of calm. If you’re considering embarking on a reiki journey, we would love to guide you. With Shannon Bates: $270. Register here.
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Svara Sound: Journey into Wellness Candlelight Immersive Sound Meditation Concert:
Friday night, October 17, 6:30 - 7:45 pm: Kimberly and Jeff of Svara Sound weave together gongs, Himalayan and crystal bowls, and other sacred instruments to guide you into deep rest, renewal, and inner stillness. A perfect Friday night reset for body, mind, and spirit. $35, Preregister here.
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Chantal's Crystal Bowls Sound Healing Meditation Class:
Tuesday night, October 21 at 7:15 pm: Chantal has been with Heartsong for many years, coming regularly on the third Tuesday each month. Join us for some well-deserved down time through the healing sounds of Crystal Bowls. $25. Preregister, here.
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NEW: Learn to PLAY the Crystal Bowls:
Sunday, October 26, 3 - 5 pm: We are delighted to welcome Priscilla Gale back for this speical workshop, where we will explore some of the science behind both Himalayan Singing Bowls and Crystal Singing Bowls and learn how to understand how frequency vibration affects and affects every aspect of the body. Learn how to play bowls as well as chant Sanskrit vowels to enhance the healing process. This is learning for fun (not a professional certification) but you might add this training to the work that you do, like Yoga, Reiki, and Meditation practices. $65 Information & Preregister here.
Beryl Bender returns to Heartsong Yoga, bringing her practices, wisdom, and inspiration to our community once again. An internationally renowned yoga teacher, a treasured mentor, and a dear friend, Beryl is the author of several books, the director of The Hard & The Soft Yoga Institute, and the co-founder of the Give Back Yoga Foundation. Asana practice, Meditation practice, and an afternoon discussion to learn more about the "Secret to Longevity". Keep learning with Beryl, or meet her for the first time. Friday November 14 to Sunday November 16 2025. Preregister for the whole weekend, or choose a few sessons, more details, here.
Retreats 2026: BOTH of these events are close to SOLD OUT
Costa Rica, February 7 - 14 2026: deposit due Nov. 1
Azores, the Portuguese Island of Terceira, October 3 - 10, 2026
Join Sheila & Tony Magalhaes and Maureen Elise-Quinn for not one, but two extraordinary retreat adventures in 2026. Since 2018, we’ve been guiding students on journeys of renewal, healing, and joy through our retreats in Costa Rica—and now we’re adding something brand new and magical to the mix…Portugal’s Azores, the Island of Terceira: Ocean Soul Retreat.
Both retreats are open to all levels of yoga students—and to anyone longing for rest, renewal, and community. Step away from the busy world and step into paradise, where healing, laughter, and discovery await. Come solo, share a room, or bring a loved one...yes, even “non-yogis” are welcome to share your trip of a lifetime! All details here.