March 2026

Planting Seeds: A Spring Equinox Intention Ritual

March 20, 2026 • 7:00-8:30pm • $35 | Person

An Intentional Ritual: Come as you are—leave feeling grounded, inspired, and supported as you step into a new season.

Welcome the return of light and new beginnings at this special Spring Equinox gathering—a refreshing and uplifting Friday night to pause, reflect, and reconnect with yourself and the rhythm of the season.

This heart-centered evening is designed to gently awaken the body and reset the nervous system through somatic yoga, seasonal rituals, and shared experiences. Together, we’ll release stagnant winter energy and create space for clarity, vitality, and what wants to grow in your life this spring.

Workshop Details:

We’ll begin with a delicious Spring Bloom Elixir, a floral citrus mocktail that awakens the senses and celebrates the seasonal shift.

From there, we’ll move into a playful and grounding somatic yoga practice designed to help the body shake off winter heaviness and restore natural energy flow. Once the body feels open and grounded, we’ll transition into guided breath work, meditation, and journaling to reflect on what you’re ready to cultivate in the months ahead.

The evening will close with a symbolic seed-planting intention ritual, honoring the energy of the equinox and the beginning of a new season.

You'll Experience:

• Somatic yoga and lymphatic-supportive movement to release winter stagnation
• Gentle, nervous-system-supportive practices
• Guided meditation and breath work
• Journaling and seasonal intention ritual
• Spring Bloom Elixir mocktail
• Meaningful community connection

This workshop is perfect for all levels, offering a welcoming space to move, reflect, and realign with the energy of spring.

Cancellation Policy: As a courtesy to our teachers who plan their workshops thoughtfully, workshops are non-refundable if less than 24 hours' notice of cancellation is given. Thank you.

The 108: Spring Equinox Yoga Mala with Cortney Wells

Sunday March 22, 2025 • 1:00-3:30pm • $35

Set Your Deepest Intentions: Experience The Spring Equinox Yoga Mala.

Join Cortney for the transformative, expansive tradition of 108 Sun Salutations to welcome the season of Spring.

This powerful, moving meditation is an opportunity to practice deep intention setting as you transition into the new season.

What To Bring and Important Notes:

For your comfort and practice:

• Water and an open mind.
• Any items you wish to infuse with your intentions in this new season.

Note: Modifications are offered, though this practice is not recommended for beginners.

Cancellation Policy: As a courtesy to our teachers who plan their workshops thoughtfully, workshops are non-refundable if less than 24 hours' notice of cancellation is given. Thank you.

April 2026

Upside Down, Fully Supported: Accessible Inversions for Everybody with Sally Gill
 

Friday April 17 • 7:00 - 8:30pm • $35

Inversions are often seen as some of the most intimidating postures in yoga; but they don’t have to be. When approached with care, proper support, and a calm environment, going upside down can become one of the most relaxing and therapeutic experiences in a yoga practice.

Join Sally Gill, a Yoga Practitioner of over 30 years, to explore accessible, supported inversions designed to help you experience the benefits of turning your perspective upside down without strain or fear. Using props, the wall, and mindful guidance, we will explore gentle inversion variations that prioritize safety, nervous system regulation, and deep support for the body.

Rather than pushing into difficult poses, this session focuses on how support creates possibility. You’ll discover how bolsters, blocks, blankets, and walls can transform inversions into restorative, nourishing shapes that allow the body to soften while the mind settles.

What to Expect:

In this supportive and in-depth workshop, you will:

• Learn safe and accessible approaches to inversions.
• Use props and wall support to create stability and comfort.
• Experience the calming, therapeutic effects of gentle inversions.
• Build confidence and resilience in a supportive environment.

Workshop Details:

Although inversions can initially feel intimidating, practicing them in a safe, supportive environment helps us gradually build trust and resilience. As we learn to approach the unfamiliar with curiosity and support, these postures can become powerful tools for cultivating confidence, balance, and a new perspective; both on and off the mat.

This workshop is welcoming to all levels, including those who have been curious about inversions but unsure where to begin.

Come explore how sometimes the most grounding place to be… is a little upside down.

Cancellation Policy: As a courtesy to our teachers who plan their workshops thoughtfully, workshops are non-refundable if less than 24 hours' notice of cancellation is given. Thank you.

Be the Lighthouse: 4-Part Weekend Series with Desiree Rumbaugh

April 24 -26, 2026

 

Friday April 24 • 6:00 - 8:30pm 

Saturday April 25 • 10:00am - 12:30pm

Saturday April 25 • 2:00 - 4:30pm 

Sunday April 26 • 10:00am - 12:30pm 

Full Series: $250 • Single Session: $70

Find the light, and be the light that endures for all around you. You are not here to chase ships or shout into the storm, to convince waves to still themselves, or to make the wind remember your name. You are here to stand tall on sacred rock, rooted in truth, rising from stillness. You are the lighthouse. You do not move. You shine. You are not responsible for who anchors or who drifts. You are responsible only for the integrity of your own light.

We can carry it brightly through our entire lives in a way that will inspire us and those around us to keep our hearts and minds open and curious. TBY Yoga & The Yoga Effect are excited to present Being the Lighthouse, a weekend yoga series featuring Desiree Rumbaugh, hosted at The Yoga Effect.

What to Expect:

In this supportive and in-depth workshop series, you will learn:

• How to use muscular and organic energy to weave deep core strength into every posture.
• New insights about connecting your arms to your upper back for greater stability.
• The safest ways to increase flexibility in your spine.
• Fun and challenging work that will help you with your balance and focus.

Workshop Details:

(Part 1) Friday: Do the Work & Find Your Freedom: Hip Openers. Increase mobility and release long-held patterns that keep you feeling stuck.

(Part 2) Saturday Morning: Balance of Strength & Softness: Shoulders and Backbends. Discover a user-friendly approach to working skillfully with sensitive areas.

(Part 3) Saturday Afternoon: The Power of Twists. Explore twists that open the hips and shoulders while engaging the legs through mindful work.

(Part 4) Sunday Morning: Full Spectrum Practice. A joyful completion weaving together everything explored over the weekend.

Note: This event is located at The Yoga Effect, but registration and payment are handled through TBY Yoga. Click here to register on the TBY website.

With 40 years of experience, Desirée demonstrates the never-ending curiosity that drives a yoga student to grow and evolve. For more information, please visit www.desireerumbaugh.com.

Cancellation Policy: As a courtesy to our teachers who plan their workshops thoughtfully, workshops are non-refundable if less than 24 hours' notice of cancellation is given. Thank you.

MAY 2026

Bloom Your True Nature: Restorative & Somatic Yoga Workshop with Sarah Lill

Sunday May 17, 2026 • 2:00-3:30pm • $35

Join us for a season of growth, renewal, and awakening—an invitation to reconnect with the wisdom and compassion that already lives within you. Many of us carry self-doubt and self-criticism that quietly hold us back. This restorative and somatic yoga workshop creates a nurturing space to release those doubts, cultivate self-compassion, and reconnect with your authentic self.

Through gentle yoga, somatic awareness practices, and restorative meditation, you’ll soothe tension, quiet the inner critic, and awaken your inner vitality. We’ll also explore simple Ayurvedic-inspired self-care routines to support daily self-kindness and nurture your well-being beyond the mat.

What to Expect:

In this supportive, rejuvenating workshop, you will:

• Release tension and self-judgment with restorative yoga poses designed for deep relaxation.
• Cultivate self-compassion and quiet the mind through somatic practices and meditations.
• Learn practical Ayurvedic tips and self-care rituals to support self-kindness, resilience, and vitality.

Workshop Details:

Open to all levels, this workshop offers the perfect pause to breathe, restore, and step fully into your authentic self. Reserve your spot today and gift yourself a springtime renewal of body, mind, and heart.

*This workshop includes gentle movement and seated meditation.

Cancellation policy: As a courtesy to our teachers who plan their workshops thoughtfully, workshops are non-refundable if less than 24 hours' notice of cancellation is given. Thank you

October 2026

The Yoga Effect presents:
Yoga, Meditation & Hiking Retreat
in Boulder, Co

**Please note: This retreat is now sold out.

To request to be on the waitlist, please email Anna at:
[email protected]

Historic Chautauqua Park, Boulder, Co
Thursday, October 1 | Tuesday, October 6, 2026

Led by Bhante Sujatha, Anna Ottolino & Liz Carpenter 

Pricing:

All rooms include 1 queen bed and 1 private bathroom.

• Single Occupancy: $3,200 per person
  
  
• Discounted pricing: $2,650 per person
  (For couples or friends sharing 1 queen bed)
  
  
• Check-In: Thursday, October 1 at 4:00 pm
  *Please note: The Denver airport is approximately 1 hour from Boulder.
  
  
• Check-Out: Tuesday, October 6 at 10:00 am
  
  

Payment Schedule:

• A 50% deposit is required at the time of registration. 

• Remaining balance due August 31, 2026

• Details below
   

Every autumn, for just a fleeting moment, Colorado’s aspens turn to gold, setting the mountains ablaze with breathtaking color. This brief and magical time is one of nature’s most spectacular displays a season of transformation, beauty, and deep reflection. Because this time of year is so sought after, we’re securing this retreat far in advance to ensure a truly special experience.

Nestled in the historic Chautauqua Park, this retreat offers a powerful blend of yoga, meditation, and guided hiking, creating space to reconnect with yourself and nature. Led by Bhante Sujatha, Anna Ottolino, and Liz Carpenter, you’ll be guided through practices that nourish the body, mind, and spirit as you move through the golden-hued trails and stillness of the mountains.

 
General Itinerary:

• Daily yoga and breath-work sessions with Anna and Liz
• Teachings, Meditation, and Wisdom from Bhante Suhatha
  
• Guided hikes among the golden aspens
• Inspiring practices for mindfulness and renewal 
• Accommodations at The Historic Colorado Chautauqua
  
• Included: All meals and transportation to and from the hiking locations
   

Not Included:

• Airfare
• Transportation to and from the airport
  
  

This is more than a retreat, it's an opportunity to immerse yourself in nature's beauty, deepen your practice and witness a rare, fleeting moment of autumn's brilliance. Because this one of the most sought-after times in Colorado, space is extremely limited. 
 
Reserve your spot ASAP!

To reserve your spot, please email Anna Ottolino at [email protected] for instructions on
submitting your 50% deposit. Thank you