Events + Workshops
Chakra Tuning + Sound Bath Experience
Join Tara Yoga Studio founder Marisa LaValette for her signature Chakra Tuning workshop. Marisa teaches this workshop every year…and finally, the workshop has a permanent home here at Tara Yoga Studio. We'll gather at the studio for an afternoon taking a deep dive into the 7 major chakras, the ancient rishis “seers” who “discovered” them, what they mean for your life in a modern context, and so much more—
Diwali Community Celebration
Join Marisa LaValette and Nimisha Gandhi in Tara Yoga Studio’s celebration of Diwali, the festival of lights celebrating the triumph of light over darkness through community gathering. We’ll enjoy a sampling of holiday desserts and gather together for a program of rich history,. cultural dance with Halo Seronko, kirtan led by Mirabai Warkulwiz, and curating our sacred community altar with diyas (oil lamps). Everyone is invited, and all are welcome.
Intro to Ayurveda: Everything in Your Body is Connected
This workshop is designed for anyone curious about how Ayurveda works, how it connects to yoga, and how it can help you feel more aligned in daily life.
We’ll explore the three Doshas—Vata, Pitta, and Kapha—and what they reveal about your natural tendencies, imbalances, and the best ways to support yourself seasonally and long-term.
Acoustic Yoga Flow w/ Jason McCormack
Join us at Tara Yoga Studio for a first ever Friday Night Live Music Flow—Acoustic Flow with Jason McCormack.
Tara Studio teachers will teach an all levels vinyasa flow class to live acoustic guitar by Jason McCormack. Stay afterwards for snacks and a raffle.
The yoga class registration is FREE. Bring cash and Venmo for the artist. Suggested donation $20.
Autumn Equinox Community Circle + Yoga Nidra with Nimisha Gandhi
Join Community Circle facilitator Nimisha Gandhi for Tara Yoga Studio’s first ever community circle to ground down into the energy of the autumn equinox. Establish roots in our new satsang (spiritual collective) with a dharma talk, intention setting, guidance for seasonal living, and a tarot card pull. Nimisha will end the session with a yoga nidra session with sound bowls to seal our intentions and reset our nervous system for the upcoming season.
Tara Yoga Studio Grand Opening + Kirtan Chant Blessing
Come warm up Tara Yoga Studio in this FREE community event in the heart of downtown Novato. Founder Marisa LaValette will guide you through an all-levels vinyasa flow class at 11:00am.
At 12:00pm, Marisa’s beloved kirtan teacher Mirabai Warkulwiz will lead our whole group in a mini-sing-along to channel energy, abundance, and community connection for our new and developing satsang (our spiritual collective.)
You are invited to stay for vegan, gf appetizers, hibiscus beverage, and, of course,…cake. There will be a raffle and surprises. All are welcome at this free event. If you would like to attend class directly at 11:00am, please save your spot in the class today, as it is filling quickly. We can’t wait to flow, sweat, sing, and eat cake together with YOU.
Note: You are welcome to arrive at 11:55pm (don’t be late!) for singing and snacks if you are unable to come to class.
