Coming Soon! The area's first-ever day-long yoga festival.

ZenFest presents a full day of yoga sessions for all levels. You will have the opportunity to practice with some local studio teachers you already know and love and a few special guest teachers. June 11, 2022, from 8 am to 8 pm, enjoy classes, food trucks, merchandise vendors, and more. It is going to be a magical day!

Check back for more details about this special event, and don't forget to save yourself a space!

Things to Bring

Yoga Mat

Sweat Towel

Sunglasses

Sunscreen

Refillable Water Bottle

Hair Tie-Headband

Cash-CC

Positive Energy

Things Provided

Water Stations

Food Trucks

Experienced Yoga Instructors

Special Guest Teachers

Yoga Tents

Bathrooms

Hand Sanitizer

Community

Event Host

YOGAloft

A warm yoga studio where you can relax, and socialize, as well as a place to become stronger, leaner, and more flexible. Visit the schedule to find a class that is perfect for you.

Studio Sponsors

Yoga with an Edge

Hot Yoga Newton

One Love Yoga

ZenFest organizers and sponsors are excited to feature the teaching talents of

Yogi J Miles

Exodus: A Mindful Movement tribute to Bob Marley

Get up, Stand Up!! Breath and flow with Yogi J Miles as we celebrate the life, music and message of Robert Nesta Marley. In the world of music, Bob Marley's music continues to stand the test of time. With songs like One Love and Positive Vibration, we feel called to create peace and happiness wherever we are. But songs like Get Up, Stand UP and Rebel Music remind us that in order for peace to happen, we have to rise up Together.

Class #2

SuperHero School - The Mystical Art of Being Awesome (arm balances and inversions)

Every superhero must go through the proper training in order to learn how to use their special gift. Just because one CAN fly, it doesn't mean that they know HOW to fly. It takes practice. By focusing on steady progression, arm balances and inversions require firm resolve, solid technique, and firm integration of alignment and breath. Shapes such as crow, eight angles, headstand and handstand require use of the core, the breath, the use of energetic locks called bandhas, and awareness of the whole body.

This workshop will cover those poses which require one to hover above the ground or have the feet or hips above the head, with the connection being the hands, forearms, and head. Arm balances and inversions have as much to do with overcoming fear and infusing one with boldness and confidence as much as advancing the asana practice. With diligence and dedication, the inner Hero is revealed.

One Love,

-J (he/him)

Maha Vira Yoga
www.mahavirarva.com

Miles is a martial artist, bodyworker, retired breakdancer, and community activist. He owns and operates Maha Vira Studio, where he offers workshops, Thai massage, and 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training.

Sierra Hollister

Only Love is Real

A journey of remembering, complete with gentle, flowing vinyasa, a kriya to unlock the heart and a beautiful healing meditation.

Golden Gong Bath -

The gong is one of the oldest healing instruments on earth. The vibration of the gong seeks out cellular dissonance in our bodies, soothes and restores us to resonance and balance. The perfect restorative break between workshops!

Sierra Hollister is a mother, runner, devoted yogini, and dedicated environmental and social justice activist. She is on the teaching staff of Warren Wilson College, West Asheville Yoga, and Yoga International.

Judy Nemeth

Buti Yoga

Buti yoga combines deep core toning + energetic activation + cardio dance into one dynamic, high-intensity, total body workout. Structured class progression meets the freedom of an organic practice guided forward by the beat.

Bonnie Crenshaw

Soulful Sunrise

The sun is a daily reminder that we too can rise again from the darkness, that we too can shine in our own light." -S.Ajna This class is a mix of steady Vinyasa Flow Yoga to strengthen and engage the body and mind, mixed with mindful alignment and the occasional Yin or restorative posture to drop you into a deeper place of stillness. This class is for all levels and will include movement synched with breath, as well as opportunities for stillness and reflection.

Kim Hefner

Power Pilates

This Pilates session focuses on burning fat and toning muscles. The workout emphasizes balance, control, and core strength for optimal fat burning as well as traditional Pilates mat work.

Lizzie Warfield Bunge

Birds of a Feather

Join Lizzie as she explores scapular movement, deep core engagement, and the philosophy of living a connected life to find the courage to "take flight" in this all-levels class, with options to modify your practice or practice intermediate/advanced postures.

Lizzie’s yoga journey started in 2014, in which she quickly dedicated herself to her daily practice. A little over a year later, she became Yoga Alliance-certified as an RYT - 200 hour level of study. Recently, in 2020, she logged over one thousand hours of teaching, becoming an E-RYT (experienced registered yoga teacher) 200, and completed her studies in the RYT - 500 hour level.

Lizzie believes in the magic of mindfulness, and the life-changing effect it has on every yoga practitioner, no matter their age, gender, race, body type, or any other physical factors; she is very excited to continue growing as a student, teacher, and now owner in the Breathe Yoga & Pilates community in Morganton, NC!

When not teaching yoga/hanging around the studio, Lizzie enjoys cooking, traveling, and spending time with her family.

Kellie Allie

Get Zen with Kellie

Setting the tone for class and our day, we begin with led grounding exercises that use breathwork and movement to activate the root chakra and set intentions. Moving progressively into an active flow with fun transitions, creative sequencing, balancing and twisting postures, challenging and obtainable for most with modifications. The class will incorporate lots of yummy stretches on our mats, leading to a restful savasana. Afterward, a 5-10 minute seated-led meditation focuses on cleansing the body of negativity, allowing ourselves to be open and receptive to new experiences, and cultivating and manifesting our personal desires for the upcoming season.

Peggy Owensby

Earth and Fire

Earth. The element that grounds us and connects us to one another. Fire. (Tapas). The element present as we become greater beings of character and strength. Join me for a strong, slow, earthy burn as we move together with intention, building heat, connected in togetherness, ignited by our passions of becoming. This is so much more than movement, and together we will experience Earth & Fire.

Tony Reynolds

Gentle Yoga / Self Massage Techniques with Yoga Nidra

Join Us! We'll begin with self-care massage techniques that can help you instantly start to relax and be mindful of the present moment. Then we will move our bodies in a gentle way to ease tension and tightness that no longer serves us. We'll finish with a rejuvenating awareness cultivating Yoga Nidra to sooth our bodymind and heartmind. This practice is wonderful for beginners, older students, or anyone who wants to experience slow, mindful, and meditative practice.

Laura Duggan is a licensed massage therapist and yoga instructor, join her in relaxing on your mat. She will guide your body with a few self-care massage techniques, followed by a gentle flowing sequence that will help relax your body and mind and then Tony Reynolds, 500 hour RYT, with interests in Ayurveda Yin and Tantra will lead your bodymind through a liminal journey from gross to subtle, exterior to interior with a pinky toe-tip dip into one tantric model of self.

Katie Gaither

Power Flow

My yoga class will have you feeling sweaty, invigorated, and truly at peace with your mind, body, and spirit connection! This 60-minute class will be a Cardio Vinyasa flow, with lots of pulses and movement. My classes are definitely pilates-inspired, which is excellent for toning the body and the mind! My intention is to challenge our bodies! This challenge resembles our everyday challenges of life. If we can get through our yoga practice (which I know you can!), we can get through the challenges in our lives. Remember, this too shall pass!! Good, vibing music and people to be around! Hope to see you there!

Stephan Raddatz

Long Slow Deep

Move through various grounded poses, spending 3-5 minutes in each one. Find stillness in the body and relax deep into your postures.

Twyla Deese

Tantra Yoga

A mindful, intentional vinyasa yoga flow interwoven with spiritual teachings from non-dual Shaiva Tantra philosophy. Twyla is a 500-hour Registered Yoga Teacher who studies, practices, and shares non-dual Shaiva Tantra.

Meredith Gladden

Stretch and Flow

Meredith Gladden will lead us in a relaxing and energizing class. She'll begin with warming into the body's natural flexibility and end with flowing sequences and some balance work. A class for all levels building on foundational strength and balance. Join us for ZenFest June 11 at Boston Farm, 6030 Oxford School Rd., Claremont, NC. Register at: www.yogaloftconover.com

Laura Duggan

Gentle Yoga / Self Massage Techniques with Yoga Nidra

Join Us! We'll begin with self-care massage techniques that can help you instantly start to relax and be mindful of the present moment. Then we will move our bodies in a gentle way to ease tension and tightness that no longer serves us. We'll finish with a rejuvenating awareness cultivating Yoga Nidra to sooth our bodymind and heartmind. This practice is wonderful for beginners, older students, or anyone who wants to experience slow, mindful, and meditative practice.

Laura Duggan is a licensed massage therapist and yoga instructor, Join her in relaxing on your mat. She will guide your body with a few self-care massage techniques, followed by a gentle flowing sequence that will help relax your body and mind and then Tony Reynolds, 500 hour RY, with interests in Ayurveda Yin and Tantra will lead your bodymind through a liminal journey from gross to subtle, exterior to interior with a pinky toe-tip dip into one tantric model of self.

Diane Lacoursiere-Christensen

Tai chi

Tai chi is a low-impact and highly adaptable exercise known to reduce stress and improve balance and flexibility. Initially developed for self-defense, tai chi is a graceful form of exercise often described as meditation in motion; tai chi promotes serenity through gentle, flowing movements designed for both body, mind, and spirit.

Heather & Michael Miller

Flow & Deep

This class will begin with a smooth, mindful, and steady vinyasa flow led by Michael, followed by deep stretch with Heather while Michael plays live acoustic music.

Elizabeth Powell

Divine Feminine Dance and Flow

A unique class designed to help women connect to the Divine Feminine within them.

It combines middle eastern-inspired dances ( like Belly Dance, Bollywood, and Punjabi that work the entire body, especially the core) and a beautiful yoga flow. It provides resistance training using our own body weight, plus it's easy on joints and then slows down to fully stretch and recover the body.

It's 30 minutes of Belly Dance using silk fans and 30 minutes of yoga focused on the Divine Feminine using movement and a guided visual meditation.

Select teacher images to read their full class descriptions.

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Hickory Community Yoga & Wellness

Carolina Anesthesia Associates

Co-Sponsors

Trends Studio Salon

Reaves Chiropractic

Jason Herman Insurance

JH Appliances

Breathe Yoga & Pilates

Newton Yoga

Carolina Custom Golf Carts

Kemp Sigmon Custom Homes & Remoldeling, Inc.

Vendors

Happy Hearts Massage Therapy and Yoga

The Tipsy Cowgirl Boutique

doTERRA

Luneau Holistic Wellness

Rosetta Restore

Lucky Break Jewelry

Unique Boutique from Hickory Community Yoga & Wellness

Artisan Soapery

Food Trucks

Urban Flavor

Startown Pizza

JB's Rolling Bistro

Hot Shot espresso

Food Tent

Bluebird Plant-Based Meals

​VISIT US TODAY

Sun Tent - Class Schedule

Moon Tent - Class Schedule

Tent Sponsors

Hickory Community Yoga & Wellness

Carolina Anesthesia Associates

Co-Sponsors

Trends Studio Salon Reaves Chiropractic Jason Herman Insurance JH Appliances

Breathe Yoga & Pilates Newton Yoga Carolina Custom Golf Carts Kemp Sigmon Custom Homes & Remoldeling, Inc.

Vendors

Happy Hearts Massage Therapy and Yoga The Tipsy Cowgirl Boutique doTERRA Luneau Holistic Wellness

Rosetta Restore Lucky Break Jewelry Unique Boutique from Hickory Community Yoga & Wellness Artisan Soapery

Food Trucks

Urban Flavor Startown Pizza JB's Rolling Bistro Hot Shot espresso

Food Tent

Bluebird Plant-Based Meals

VISIT US TODAY

Trends Studio Salon

Reaves Chiropractic

Jason Herman Insurance

JH Appliances

Breathe Yoga & Pilates

Newton Yoga

Carolina Custom Golf Carts

Kemp Sigmon Custom Homes & Remoldeling, Inc.

Happy Hearts Massage Therapy and Yoga

The Tipsy Cowgirl Boutique

doTERRA

Luneau Holistic Wellness

Rosetta Restore

Lucky Break Jewelry

Unique Boutique from Hickory Community Yoga & Wellness

Artisan Soapery

Urban Flavor

Startown Pizza

JB's Rolling Bistro

Hot Shot espresso