Shattering Silence on Capitol Grounds - June 30

This is my all time favorite location for yoga in Des Moines.  Perched on a hill overlooking downtown Des Moines, the Shattering Silence art sculpture is one of the several sights in view from our mat.  The Japanese Bell of Peace and Friendship is also in view.

Let's celebrate peace and friendship with a Holistic Yoga practice at 5:30pm Tuesday, June 30.  Free parking is available in the visitor lot of the Iowa Judicial Building (1111 East Court Avenue Des Moines 50319).  In this map, the parking lot is labeled number 26.  Once parked, you'll walk West past the Judicial building and the bell.

We'll be practicing on a cushion of grass under the blue sky beside the Shattering Silence monument pictured below.  I'll be leading a class that connects us to our inner peace.

Payment of $10 may be made by credit card or cash.  Bring your mat and an open mind.

Grass Hill by Court Avenue Bridge - June 23

View from the Mat

On my evening walks in the city, I'm looking for the next #GuerillaYogaDM view.  I've been wanting to share this one for a while as it is unassummingly beautiful.

Join me 5:30pm tomorrow night (June 22) for a refreshing holistic yoga practice by the Des Moines River.  We'll lay our mats on the lush grass facing the Union Railway Bridge noted below in red.  From this spot, our ears will delight in the sound of the flowing river.      

The Google map below references 100 East Court Avenue Des Moines.  Metered street parking (noted below in yellow) is available on and near the Court Avenue Bridge.  From the East side of the river, you'll walk toward the flood gate across from the Des Moines Police Station at the corner of the Court Avenue Bridge and 1st Street.  I'll leave my phone (515-979-6474) on until 5:25pm should you have any questions or need additional directions.

Principal Park Ball Sculpture - June 16

Find your flow 5:30pm Tuesday, June 16 at the next #GuerillaYogaDM class held at the Principal Park Ball Sculpture.

With beautiful views of the Raccoon River, our holistic yoga practice will be surrounded by inspiration.  My favorite pedestrian bridge the Jackson Street Bridge is one of the many in view.

Free parking is available in the main lot of Principal Park (1 Line Drive Des Moines 50309) nearest the river and 2nd Street marked in the map in yellow.  Meet at the ball sculpture pictured in the collage and noted in red on the map below.  Bring your yoga mat, $10 and an open mind.

Union Railway Bridge - June 10

Union Railway Pedestrian Bridge

Let's practice together at 5:30pm Wednesday, June 10.  This Guerilla Yoga class is on the Union Railway Pedestrian Bridge downtown Des Moines.  Feel the gentle breeze and warmth of the sun on your skin as we practice on this beautiful caboose red bridge that serves as a landmark on the Principal Riverwalk.

The bridge is located South of the Court Avenue bridge.  In the map below, you can see the bridge is located between the Residence Inn (100 Water Street Des Moines) & Police Department.  On street metered parking is available and marked on the map with yellow and the bridge in red.  Let's meet halfway across the bridge on the platform with your yoga gear and $10.  Call or text Lynn Marie at 515-979-6474 if you have any questions.

Google Map View

This #GuerillaYogaDM view is uniquely peaceful.  Combined with our yoga practice it inspires and helps to open our eyes and heart.  The pictures don't begin to give it justice.  Let me share it with you in person this Wednesday, June 10.

View from the #GuerillaYogaDM Mat

Des Moines City Hall - May 27

The Des Moines River is high and the current strong creating a view and soundtrack not found in the yoga studio.  A twist won't steal the view but rather turn your attention to the beautiful architecture of City Hall.  Join me for Guerilla Yoga at 5:30pm Wednesday, May 27 on the West side of Des Moines City Hall (400 Robert D. Ray Dr Des Moines, IA 50309)

On street metered parking found on the Grand Avenue and East Locust Street bridges highlighted in yellow below.  Look for the metal art sculpture pictured below on the right.  I'll have my cell (515-979-6474) on until 5:35pm if you have questions.

Spring in Iowa - Week of May 18

We had the most beautiful opening class at Shattering Silence last week.  I was waiting to make this week's Guerilla Yoga location announcement in hopes that the weather would shift toward the warmer side and create a space for another refreshing yoga class.  Unfortunately, Tuesday, May 19 is not looking like the day for taking yoga outside.

If the weather holds to the forecast, I will teach this Thursday, May 21 at a location announced by blog, email and social media posting on Wednesday, May 20. Location hint is in the picture below.  Otherwise I'll share class details next week.

The moral of the story... watch your email for the next class location and date announcement.

One more thing... mark your calendars for the classes I'll be teaching a part of the Park and Recreation programs in Des Moines, West Des Moines and Indianola. Those outdoor class details are posted here.

Shattering Silence on Capitol Grounds - May 12

It's time to come out of hibernation and take our practice outside.  Perched on a hill overlooking downtown Des Moines, the Shattering Silence art sculpture is one of the several eye catching elements of our next Guerilla Yoga location.  Also in view, the Japanese Bell of Peace and Friendship.

Let's celebrate peace and friendship at 5:30pm Tuesday, May 12.  Free parking is available in the visitor lot of the Iowa Judicial Building (1111 East Court Avenue Des Moines 50319).  In this map, the parking lot is labeled number 26.  Once parked, you'll walk West past the Judicial building and past the bell.

We'll be practicing on a bed of grass under the warm sun beside the Shattering Silence monument pictured below.  I'll be leading a class that restores balance and cultivates peace.

Payment of $10 may be made by credit card or cash.  Bring your mat and an open mind.  Guerilla Yoga... unconventionally fun.