Upcoming Events
Samhain: Sacred Evening of Honoring the Dark
Guided by jacklyn janeksela
Cost: Suggested Price $30 with Sliding Scale starting at $20 - pay the amount you are able
Step across the threshold of Samhain to honor the turning of the season, release the old, and commune with the wisdom of your ancestors. Through ritual, sacred movement, and community magic, we gather in reverence to embrace the deepening darkness and the cycle of rebirth.
Why am I yelling? Am I ok? Can I fix this? ...and other manly discussions.
Led by Ed Heisler & Sean Elmquist of Men As Peacemakers
Cost : $80 for 4-Week Series
Explore the emotional patterns behind reactivity and silence in a supportive, male-centered community space. Led by Men As Peacemakers and Svälja Whole-Being, this workshop combines guided discussion with accessible physical practices to help you move toward your fullest potential.
Into the Night | Sacred Music & Dances of Universal Peace
with Kristy Marie Nur Jehan and The Way Of The Heart Crew
Cost: 2 Credits
Join Kristy Marie and friends for a transformative evening of shared musical and movement practices designed to unite hearts and dissolve boundaries.
Yin & Live Healing Cello Vibrations
Yin Yoga guided by Kyle Leia Heyesen
Cello performed by Rebecca James Alsum
Cost: 2 Credits
This Yin Yoga practice is a beautiful and therapeutic coupling of deep, passive postures with live cello, offering a unique opportunity to release physical tension and connect with your inner landscape.
Gratitude Retreat
With Rebecca James Alsum & Kyle Leia Heyesen
Cost: Suggested Price $80 with Sliding Scale starting at $40. Please pay what you are able.
Discover a sanctuary from the everyday as we delve into the simple yet profound art of gratitude.
Qi Activation : Awaken Your Life Force
Guided by Rebecca James Alsum
Investment $175
Vegan/gluten free lunch is provided
Payment plans & limited scholarship support available
Qigong is a science and practice of using the breath, body, mind and sound to find harmony & balance with one’s health. It is an incredibly profound and powerful practice which supports in connecting to one's own power for healing.
Sacred Transitions
With Rebecca James Alsum & Kyle Leia Heyesen
Cost: Suggested Price $80 with Sliding Scale starting at $40. Please pay what you are able.
Embark on a mindful journey to cross the threshold of the new year with intention.
Yin & Live Healing Cello Vibrations
Yin Yoga guided by Kyle Leia Heyesen
Cello performed by Rebecca James Alsum
Cost: 2 Credits
This Yin Yoga practice is a beautiful and therapeutic coupling of deep, passive postures with live cello, offering a unique opportunity to release physical tension and connect with your inner landscape.
October Has Roots: A Series in Herbalism & Seasonal Wisdom
Led by Angela Krick
Cost : $80 for 4-Week Series
A seasonal herbal immersion designed to nourish your body, mind, and spirit as we prepare for winter. Through bitter brews, forest fruits, and aromatic resins, you'll open your senses to deep plant wisdom and natural remedies for daily well-being.
Outer Chaos, Inner Calm and Healing: 4-Week Series
With Glenn Tobey, designated Qigong Master
Cost: $80 for 4-week series
Cultivate an unwavering center of peace and a personalized healing plan through the ancient wisdom of Spring Forest Qigong and heart-centered awareness.
The Power of Intuitive Knowing Mini Retreat
Guided by Rachel Gilbertson
Cost: Suggested Price $75 with Sliding Scale starting at $50 - pay the amount you are able
Reconnect with your inner wisdom to cultivate clarity, confidence, and empowered decision-making in a practical, choice-based setting. Join Rachel Gilbertson for an experiential mini-retreat filled with gentle reflection, journaling, and mindful movement designed to help you trust your intuition.
Into the Night | Sacred Music & Dances of Universal Peace
with Kristy Marie Nur Jehan and The Way Of The Heart Crew
Cost: 2 Credits
Join Kristy Marie and friends for a transformative evening of shared musical and movement practices designed to unite hearts and dissolve boundaries.
Introduction to Kado: Zen Flower Arrangement
Led by Ed Heisler
Cost : $90 for 4-Week Series
Discover the art of intentionally arranging flowers to nurture both beauty and personal growth through hands-on practice and Zen tradition.
Enger Sunrise Shakti Flow
Led by Kristy Marie Chisti & Julie Deters, on rotation
Cost: 1 Credit
Rooted barefoot on the Earth, we greet the rising sun over Lake Superior:
This 60-minute outdoor yoga practice will follow the rising of the sun, shifting start times to meet the sun as it crosses the horizon. We will invite spaciousness, presence, and a deeper connection with the natural world.
Autumnal Equinox Cacao Ceremony
Guided by Miriam Hanson
Cost: Sliding Scale from $30 - $40 pay the amount you are able
Honor your internal equinox through a two-hour journey of invitational movement, the heart-opening ritual of Sacred Cacao, and the deep integration of Yoga Nidra.
Enger Sunrise Shakti Flow
Led by Kristy Marie Chisti & Julie Deters, on rotation
Cost: 1 Credit
Rooted barefoot on the Earth, we greet the rising sun over Lake Superior:
This 60-minute outdoor yoga practice will follow the rising of the sun, shifting start times to meet the sun as it crosses the horizon. We will invite spaciousness, presence, and a deeper connection with the natural world.
Yin & Live Healing Cello Vibrations
Yin Yoga guided by Kyle Leia Heyesen
Cello performed by Rebecca James Alsum
Cost: 2 Credits
This Yin Yoga practice is a beautiful and therapeutic coupling of deep, passive postures with live cello, offering a unique opportunity to release physical tension and connect with your inner landscape.
Enger Sunrise Shakti Flow
Led by Kristy Marie Chisti & Julie Deters, on rotation
Cost: 1 Credit
Rooted barefoot on the Earth, we greet the rising sun over Lake Superior:
This 60-minute outdoor yoga practice will follow the rising of the sun, shifting start times to meet the sun as it crosses the horizon. We will invite spaciousness, presence, and a deeper connection with the natural world.
Enger Sunrise Shakti Flow
Led by Kristy Marie Chisti & Julie Deters, on rotation
Cost: 1 Credit
Rooted barefoot on the Earth, we greet the rising sun over Lake Superior:
This 60-minute outdoor yoga practice will follow the rising of the sun, shifting start times to meet the sun as it crosses the horizon. We will invite spaciousness, presence, and a deeper connection with the natural world.
Into the Night | Sacred Music & Dances of Universal Peace
with Kristy Marie Nur Jehan and The Way Of The Heart Crew
Cost: 2 Credits
Join Kristy Marie and friends for a transformative evening of shared musical and movement practices designed to unite hearts and dissolve boundaries.
Enger Sunrise Shakti Flow
Led by Kristy Marie Chisti & Julie Deters, on rotation
Cost: 1 Credit
Rooted barefoot on the Earth, we greet the rising sun over Lake Superior:
This 60-minute outdoor yoga practice will follow the rising of the sun, shifting start times to meet the sun as it crosses the horizon. We will invite spaciousness, presence, and a deeper connection with the natural world.
Yoga & Paddling at Chambers Grove: Nagaajiwanaang
Yoga with Miriam & Paddling with Natalie
Cost: $40/person
Soak up the last weekend before school with a morning of nature, wellness, and family-friendly fun on the St. Louis River
Lunar Love Flow: Full Moon Yoga
Led by Emily Ostos
Cost: 1 Credit
Held on Each of the Summer’s Full Moons:
Join us in anticipation of the full moon's light for a gentle, heart-opening yoga practice honoring lunar cycles, sacral energy, and the rhythmic beauty of the natural world.
Gentle Yoga and Writing in Lotus
Led by Melissa Hepokoski
Cost: 1 Credit
This monthly guided yoga and writing session combines gentle movement with a creative writing practice to help you connect with your body and mind.
Yin & Resonant Vibrations
Yin Yoga guided by Miriam Hanson
Guitar played by Richie Townsend
Cost: 2 Credits
Miriam's Yin guidance, accompanied by dreamy guitar meanderings by Richie Townsend, invites you to settle into a dynamic stillness that encourages a journey of release and inner connection.
Lunar Love Flow: Full Moon Yoga
Led by Emily Ostos
Cost: 1 Credit
Held on Each of the Summer’s Full Moons:
Join us in anticipation of the full moon's light for a gentle, heart-opening yoga practice honoring lunar cycles, sacral energy, and the rhythmic beauty of the natural world.
Gentle Yoga and Writing in Lotus
Led by Melissa Hepokoski
Cost: 1 Credit
This monthly guided yoga and writing session combines gentle movement with a creative writing practice to help you connect with your body and mind.
Lunar Love Flow: Full Moon Yoga
Led by Emily Ostos
Cost: 1 Credit
Held on Each of the Summer’s Full Moons:
Join us in anticipation of the full moon's light for a gentle, heart-opening yoga practice honoring lunar cycles, sacral energy, and the rhythmic beauty of the natural world.
Yin & Resonant Vibrations
Yin Yoga guided by Miriam Hanson
Guitar played by Richie Townsend
Cost: 2 Credits
Miriam's Yin guidance, accompanied by dreamy guitar meanderings by Richie Townsend, invites you to settle into a dynamic stillness that encourages a journey of release and inner connection.
Wild + Free Kids Camp
Led by Krista James + Sara Ragan
Cost : $120 for 5-Day Program
Monday - Friday, June 15 - 19th, 2026
Our forest exploration camp invites children to slow down and reconnect with their true selves through a blend of Qigong, music therapy, journaling, and imaginative play. Surrounded by the magic of the woods, participants build confidence and emotional awareness while forming meaningful connections with nature and each other.
Gentle Yoga and Writing in Lotus
Led by Melissa Hepokoski
Cost: 1 Credit
This monthly guided yoga and writing session combines gentle movement with a creative writing practice to help you connect with your body and mind.
Free Svälja Community Gathering
FREE TO ATTEND
An Intimate Saturday Morning Gathering
◖ Keynote and Storytelling Sessions: Be inspired by ultra-endurance athlete and writer Alexandera Houchin. This will be an intimate, heart-centered circle, and Alexandera will share reflections on the intersection of grit and place, opening up the floor for a raw, beautiful conversation about what it means to truly endure and belong.
◖ Movement and Mindfulness: Start your day with Deep Release Yoga guided by our foundational teacher, Miriam Hanson.
◖ Curated Art and Poetry Exhibit: Explore a visual and written landscape coordinated by Savannah Ottillia, offering a creative dialogue that mirrors our collective journey toward rootedness and possibility.
Yin & Live Healing Cello Vibrations
Yin Yoga guided by Kyle Leia Heyesen
Cello performed by Rebecca James Alsum
Cost: 2 Credits
This Yin Yoga practice is a beautiful and therapeutic coupling of deep, passive postures with live cello, offering a unique opportunity to release physical tension and connect with your inner landscape.
Gentle Yoga and Writing in Lotus
Led by Melissa Hepokoski
Cost: 1 Credit
This monthly guided yoga and writing session combines gentle movement with a creative writing practice to help you connect with your body and mind.
Spring! Herbs in May
Led by Angela Krick
Cost : $80 for 4-Week Series
Connect with the vibrant greenery and grounding roots of May through a sensory journey of tasting, smelling, and listening to the wisdom of the plants. Open your heart to the messages of the season as we translate plant virtues into gentle remedies and daily rituals for well-being.
Trauma Conscious Certificate Program
with Kyle Leia Heyesen, MSW, E-RYT 500, YACEP
Founder of Svälja Yoga & Lead Teacher of the 200-Hour Svälja Whole-Being Yoga Teacher Training
Cost : $675 (payment plans & scholarships available)
This Trauma-Conscious Certificate Program offers a healing-centered, research-based blueprint for helping professionals, yoga teachers, and individuals to transform trauma into embodied wholeness and resilience.
Yin & Live Healing Cello Vibrations
Yin Yoga guided by Kyle Leia Heyesen
Cello performed by Rebecca James Alsum
Cost: 2 Credits
This Yin Yoga practice is a beautiful and therapeutic coupling of deep, passive postures with live cello, offering a unique opportunity to release physical tension and connect with your inner landscape.
Workshop & Special Event Cancellation Policy:
We understand that plans can change. Because our workshops and special events require significant preparation and often have limited space, we adhere to the following cancellation policy:
Cancellation up to 48 hours prior to the workshop will be refunded less a 10% Administrative Fee.
Cancellation 24-48 hours prior to the workshop receives a 50% refund.
Cancellation less than 24 hours prior or a no-show receives no refund.
To request a cancellation or coordinate a credit, please contact us at hello@svalja.yoga or (218) 595-0762.
Into the Night | Sacred Music & Dances of Universal Peace
Yin & Live Healing Cello Vibrations