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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

REGULARLY SCHEDULED

Sundays 4-5:15 PM
@ Body Wisdom Healing Group, llc: Clintonville
3001 Indianola Ave., Columbus, OH 43202 * (614) 784-9473
  • Yoga Nidra: Transitioning from One Week to the Next
​Give yourself permission to rest, balance & restore as you transition from one week to the next with the practice of yoga nidra a sleep based form of meditation based on the biology of your own body & on the different states of mind explored in yogic texts, philosophy & psychology. Using meditative techniques, like breath awareness, body scanning, natural imagery, & healing sound. Certified instructor and licensed mental health therapist, Brianna Schiavoni, will systematically guide you along an ancient map of the human being known as the five koshas for deep relaxation, integration & revitalization. While resting motionless, YN invites you to exercise NONjudgment & NONstriving two qualities inherent in true meditation practices. Simply noticing each layer of your being, without efforting towards change or repair, allows for dynamic shifts in consciousness & an awakening to our truest nature & our highest potential. Suspended in the space between wakefulness & sleep where the conscious, subconscious & unconscious dimensions occur simultaneously a person becomes much more open & receptive to restored states of health & betterment. Respectively, the art of Divine Sleep Yoga Nidra encourages the self-propelled use of a sankalpa or positive intention with affirmation, while resting in this state of deep introversion & openness. A perfect medium for weekly transformation & mindful transition to a new week, each week.
  • ​​PJs welcomed. Class is suitable for all ages & abilities. Materials for a supported practice will be provided at no additional fee.  
  • Space is limited but walk-ins are welcomed. Register at MindBody to reserve your spot in advance. 

4th Wednesday of Each Month 6:30-8 PM
@ Body Wisdom Healing Group, llc: Clintonville
3001 Indianola Ave., Columbus, OH 43202 * (614) 784-9473
  • Yoga Nidra: Meditation as Medicine (Donation-Based WORKSHOP)
Scientific studies have shown that meditation leads to countless mental & physical health benefits, but there are so many types to choose from with palpable obstacles to navigate when attempting practice. Join Brianna Schiavoni, a licensed mental health counselor & healing arts instructor, for a crash-course on the topic of yoga nidra - a highly accessible & largely appealing sleep-like form of guided meditation. Drawn from ancient yogic wisdom & backed by extensive research in contemporary science, yoga nidra aims to alleviate both the mental & physical manifestations of stress. A much-needed antidote to fast-paced living, participants will receive critical insight as to the method & mechanics of yoga nidra, guided practice experience, & resources for continued practice at home  during this 90-minute, donation-based workshop.
  • PJs welcomed. Class is suitable for all ages & abilities. Materials for a supported practice will be provided at no charge. Suggested donation: $25  
  • Space is limited but walk-ins are welcomed. Register at MindBody to reserve your spot in advance. 

WINTER'S PROGRAM OFFERINGS

January 6th, 13th, 27th + February 3rd, 10th & 24th, 2020 (6-Week Series): Mondays 3 - 4PM
@ UA Senior Center: Upper Arlington
1945 Ridgeview Rd, Upper Arlington, OH 43221* (614) 583-5320
  • Yoga Nidra: Meditation as Medicine: Give yourself permission to rest, balance & restore - tapping into new sources of energy, while entering deep states of healing. Series starts with the expansive science behind yoga nidra, an ancient yogic sleep-based form of guided meditation measured to profoundly improve sleep, health & wellness. While resting motionless, you will then experience a series of guided practices such as body sensing, breath awareness & guided imagery; to systematically relax each level of your being for freedom, transformation, revitalization & regeneration. Nothing required of you but to lie down or sit back & listen.

February 8th, 2020: Saturday 11AM - 12PM
@ Lane Road Library: Upper Arlington, OH
1945 Lane Road, Upper Arlington, OH 43220 * (614) 459-0273
  • Family Yoga: Children, parents - even grandparents - are welcomed to join special guest Brianna Schiavoni, for the library's very first intergenerational yoga class. During this 60-minute class, caregivers will experience firsthand what it means to 'play yoga' together - as a family. Participants will begin with warm-ups, followed by a playful practice that involves make-believe travel, animal asana, partner poses, music, games, & lots of laughter. Class will end with guided imagery & relaxation.
    • Open & FREE to families with children 4+ but registration is required: https://ualibrary.libnet.info/event/3349085
    • Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing & to bring yoga mats to add to the circle if desired - no equipment is necessary.​ ​

March 13-16th, 2020: Weekend Retreat**
@ Sierra Hot Springs
Sierra Hots Springs Resort Address: 521 Campbell Hot Springs Rd., Sierraville, CA 96126
April TBD (Private Event)
@ St. Brigid of Kildare: Dublin, OH
  • Stories in Motion: Per request, Ms. Brianna is thrilled to bring Stories in Motion to St. Brigid's preschool enrichment program. Using story to engage participants in unique, play-based movement art-forms, this program aims to strengthen mind-body awareness, while providing context for the experience of JOY in physical fitness & in social-emotional wellness. Participants can expect imaginative play, musical appreciation & movement choices seamlessly woven into the context of story. 

April 13th & May 11th: Mondays 3:15 - 4:15 PM
​@ Grandview Heights Public Library
1685 West First Avenue, Columbus, OH 43212
  • GAMES ON  THE MOVE: Mindful MIlestones is ecstatic to offer a total of 3 programs during the Grandview Heights public library's Monday Mash-Up after school series this fall. Join Ms. Brianna, as she continues with 'Games on the Move!' hosted selectively on Mondays from 3:15-4:15PM as a part of a 'Monday Mash-Up' after school program. Using all that she knows about play-based, social-emotional learning & development, she will arrive prepared with a variety of back pocket games to accommodate whoever shows up :) These movement-based games will draw from the dynamic fields of yoga, martial arts & dance; all of which are combined in the Nia technique. Central to this effort is a principle held near & dear to her heart & central in her work, "There exists unlimited joy in movement & in commUNITY connection!" ​Example games include, the oh-so popular Yoga Bowling, full-body Rock/Paper/Scissors friendly competitions, 1-2-3 Tree (Pose); Twister (Super-sized), Breath-based soccer, & more!
    • FREE & open to the public - no registration is necessary to attend. Comfortable clothing is encouraged but please no skirts or dresses without leggings.​

PROGRAMS PAST
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PUBLIC LIBRARIES: GREATER COLUMBUS
WINTER 2019
  • Yoga Nidra (Lane Rd Branch: Upper Arlington)
A program designed for all ages & abilities to learn about the ancient science & artforms of a sleep-based form of guided meditation called 'yoga nidra'. https://ualibrary.libnet.info/event/3349101& archived as a FaceBook event.
FALL 2019
  • Meditation as Medicine: a Series Program (Tremont Branch: Upper Arlington, OH)
​Part I: MINDFULNESS as Medicine: A brief introduction to the history, measured benefits & various types of practices recommended as medicine for the mind, body & spirit; alongside experiential use of specific mindfulness-based meditation practices. https://ualibrary.libnet.info/event/2805606 & archived as a FaceBook event.
Part II: MOVEMENT as Medicine: ​An introduction to the various forms of movement-based meditation practices, including forms of Walking Meditation, the Somatic Practice of Yoga (Kripalu-Style), Tai Chi, & Nia: Moving to Heal; with guided practice. https://ualibrary.libnet.info/event/2805377 & archived as a FaceBook event.
Part III: YOGA NIDRA as Medicine: Following a brief overview as to the technique & empirically-supported applications for use of this ancient form of guided meditation, participants guided in a 45-minute practice while resting motionless. https://ualibrary.libnet.info/event/2805115 & archived as a FaceBook event.

  • Storytime Yoga (Lane Rd Branch: Upper Arlington, OH)
 A storytime program to develop mind-body awareness in connection to community with warm-up, breathing exercises, music & story; through which participants are exposed to yoga poses & other foundational movement exercises. https://ualibrary.libnet.info/event/2941668 & archived as a FaceBook event.
  • Family Yoga (Lane Rd Branch: Upper Arlington, OH) 
A program for youth, parents - even grandparents - to experience what it means to 'play yoga' as a family & in commUNITY. Class structured to include warm-ups, a playful practice with make-believe travel, animal asana, partner poses, music, games, lots of laughter, & a final relaxation. https://ualibrary.libnet.info/event/2941691 & archived as a FaceBook event.

 RESILIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL
April 8-10, 2019: Select School Hours
  • Self-Care & Emotional Regulation with Mindfulness
Small group mind-body based interventions for identified adolescents intended to enhance self-awareness, a sense of self-control & emotional self-regulation.

B'NAI ISRAEL: PRESCHOOL
March & August, 2018
Yoga & Mindfulness Practices for the Classroom
  • Educated over 20 preschool teachers on the use of asana, breath & meditation techniques with preschool aged students.

PARENT WORKSHOP: How to Play Yoga with your Children
March 25, 2018
https://www.facebook.com/events/938096233026118/

TEACHER WORKSHOP: Succeeding as a Children's Yoga Teacher
March 4, 2018
https://www.facebook.com/events/189315891672871/

TEEN YOGA 4 Community Action
Repeated Fundraiser for Y.E.S. Gainesville
https://www.facebook.com/events/512132079125846/

Lunchtime YOGA 4 SELF-CARE
Repeated Offering to Parents & Caregivers
https://www.facebook.com/events/219950101826294/

YOGA CAMP 4 Kids
July 31 - August 4, 2017
https://www.facebook.com/events/648147648719709/

GIRLS EMPOWERMENT CAMP
June 5 - 16, 2017
https://www.facebook.com/events/1785141174844874/

Mother's Day Special: MOMMY & (a much older) ME
Annually Hosted
https://www.facebook.com/events/288277348292130/

Big Brother, Lil Brother AD/HD BOYS CAMP
3 Years in a Row (2016-2014)
https://www.facebook.com/events/781691515265431/

YOGA 4 Sibs who Need to Bond
Intermittently & Upon Request

Young Men with AUTISM
Intermittently & Upon Request
https://www.facebook.com/events/175096502892754/

TEEN TRANSITIONS: Navigating SOCIAL SCENES beyond High School
May 2015
in collaboration with Camp Boggy Creek

Sacred SELF-CARE 4 MOMS
May 2015
in collaboration with Ms. Gina Scianmonico, LMT
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