Congrats on becoming a part of the blossoming yoga community in Bothell.  This meetup provides an opportunity for like minded individuals to integrate the lessons learned in a yoga class in their everyday lives.  Leela in sanskrit means divine play. Come play with the yoga community, as we thoroughly cover and discuss philosophy topics such as the 8 limb path to yoga, chakras, intro to ayurveda, sacred books pertinent to yoga, of karma and dharma,  tantra, kriyas, mantras, mudras, and meditation …

Come laugh unconditionally! Laughter Yoga is a body/mind/spirit practice that combines gentle stretching, yoga-type breathing and playful laughter exercises. This is a real laughter workout! It was developed by a medical doctor from India, Dr. Madan Kataria in 1995. www.laughteryoga.org. We meet the 2nd Tues of the month at 7:00 pm for one hour at Phinney Neighborhood Center, 6532 Phinney Ave N, Seattle, WA  98103.  We are downstairs in the Blue Room of the main building. There are always new pe …

This group is centered around movement and philosophy. Movement is something we obviously all do, and all have different perspectives and experience with. You might be a dancer, waitress, yoga practitioner, qigong student, martial artist, football player, cross fit athlete, swimmer, doctor, psychologist, actor, etc. All of those roles will give a person a different focus and set of values for how they want to move their bodies. So what do we do? We take the skills and strategies each person ha …

This group is centered around movement and philosophy. Movement is something we obviously all do, and all have different perspectives and experience with. You might be a dancer, waitress, yoga practitioner, qigong student, martial artist, football player, cross fit athlete, swimmer, doctor, psychologist, actor, etc. All of those roles will give a person a different focus and set of values for how they want to move their bodies. So what do we do? We take the skills and strategies each person ha …

We are One Energy and realizing and focusing on this simple yet amazing reality is the pathway to inner and world peace. Let me explain. Life was born with a single cell that multiplied and evolved into the all life on earth. That means we are all inner connected with everything living on earth. Imagine that for a second. We are all inner-connected with all other life that has ever been, and will ever be. If you believe in that simple concept then that is blue print and pathway for love and peac …

We laugh! About 45 minutes of laughing and simple stretching, just for the health of it. Guided exercises to produce real or fake laughter, doesn't matter. Not much stretching, but wear comfortable cloths. Reduce stress, anxiety and worry. Increase endorphins, reduce cortisol and strengthen your immune system. People who laugh together like each other! Laughter breaks down the barriers, connects people and helps build trust. It is easy to feel good towards someone who is laughing.

I will be organizing Holotropic Breathwork™ (as created by Stan Grof, M.D., PhD) workshops in the Seattle and Bellingham Areas. Holotropic Breathwork is a deep and powerful means of healing that allows physical, emotional and spiritual healing experiences to take place. It is a highly experiential method that combines deep breathing, evocative music, focused bodywork, mandala drawing & group sharing. Holotropic Breathwork is based on insights from modern consciousness research, depth psychology, …

This is a group for new mommies who want to take their body back! Its hard finding the time to do something for yourself after having a baby, especially exercise, but not if you make baby part of the action! This group is about getting together to exercise and we will focus on specific exercises designed for mommies to strengthen the core, bring your core-awareness back and counter the effects of nursing and baby carrying. Baby will think you are playing with them, but you know the truth -you ar …

A welcoming community of open-minded people with different backgrounds who have an interest in inner exploration. Our discussion topics tend to center around shamanic techniques , plant medicine, expansion of consciousness and spirituality. We are interested in growing as human beings by integrating our spiritual experiences into our lifestyles and sharing our knowledge with each other. The topics of conversation at meetings are our experiences with Ethnobotany and Ethnomycology, and sacramenta …

Meditation for Moms & Babies We invite the Moms and Babies for Sahaja meditation. Come and recharge you batteries in minutes. Tap into your inner energy. It’s easy to learn at these sahaj meditation workshops. Discover your hidden potential that can help you and your baby relax. In the same class we will teach you how can massage your baby and more. Free and Open to everyone. We also have some playdates during the warm months we explore parks and have oudoor adventures as the weather allows.  Du …

Meditation has changed our lives, and we want to share it with others through meditation classes, group meditations and kirtans. The meditation techniques we teach have been passed down for thousands of years through generations of yogis and great sages. Our practices are based on the teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda, who came to America from India in 1920. Both new and experienced meditators benefit from meditating with a group. We offer many opportunities to meditate with others and experienc …

Come to our meet-up to learn a simple, natural meditation technique called Sahaja Meditation which you can use to decrease your own stress and bring harmony to your life. Effective meditation can silence your negative thoughts and worries. It connects you to your inner self and helps you to find the true value and purpose of your life.  Sahaja Meditation is great for decreasing the anxiety surrounding work, school, home and peer relations and building positive self-esteem.  Learn to feel and kno …

This group was started to support the development of archers in Seattle. The groups purpose is two fold: First as a means to get archers in touch with one another, and also to persuade the city of Seattle to allocate space for archery facilities in Seattle. Anyone who is interested in persuading the city of Seattle to allocate space for archers is encouraged to join. Anyone who would like to find other archers to shoot with, socialize with, create events with, or share technical info., is encour …

Seattle Sahaja Meditation Center, located in Seattle’s Northgate area, provides a variety of free meditation classes, from beginner to advanced level, following the relaxing and renewing Sahaja Meditation method. Practitioners of Sahaja Meditation learn to reach a state of mental silence known as “thoughtless awareness”, which calms the mind to gradually empty it of distractions, excessive thoughts, negative feelings and destructive emotions. With Sahaja Meditation you can access the subtle inne …

Keeping things fresh and fun, we will be meeting up to get some exercise and make new friends. Most of the time we will be hula hooping. Whaaaatt!?!? Hula Hooping!?!?! Yes, I promise you will love it. Not only is it great exercise, but it's also a fun way to meet new people, listen to music, and enjoy the outdoors. You will leave feeling happy, feeling free, and feeling like a kid again. We may vary our activities to keep things interesting. We may be hiking, running, biking, doing yoga, hula ho …

This meetup is dedicated to exploring our 'Deeper Cravings' and the emotional and spiritual hungers that lead to disconnecting with our bodies. We look at how the 'practice of presence' (becoming more awake in the present moment) through mindfulness, meditation, mindful & intuitive eating, practicing gratitude/compassion for the body & personal reflection through journalling and art can lead to happier, healthier and more connected lives which in turn can lead you closer to your own body's optim …

This moment welcomes you just as you are. We offer these sacred gatherings as an invitation into the awakening of consciousness, where the joy of liberated existence can blossom into experience. This group was created to offer spiritual students and seekers of all faiths an opportunity to discover the profound peace and unconditional love of your true divine nature. Each gathering includes an offering of sacred heart wisdom, a healing guided meditation, simple exercises for self-inquiry, and tim …

Get fit, have fun, meet great friends With Kate! We are an outdoor boot camp meetup lead by Kate Robinson. Hey there, I'm Kate! I am a NASM certified personal trainer and running coach. I started With Kate to help YOU have fun and stay motivated while meeting new people with the added benefit of becoming more fit. We meet at a Seattle area park, rain or shine. All you need is a yoga mat, towel and a water bottle. A typical boot camp meetup will include flexibility, weight training, plyometric …

So much of life can feel rushed or superficial, and leave us yearning for a different, deeper connection and more ways to communicate collectively. Engaging in practices in a safe environment allows us to expand our capacities, which we can then utilize in all areas of our lives. This meetup is designed for people who wish to explore the edges of deeper connections - whether a busy business person, a mom, an athlete or a yoga instructor. We'll utilize practices to help us discover, strength …

This purpose of this meeting is to provide a space for students and practitioners of Eckhart Tolle's work to gather for mediation, study, and discussion, and thereby participate in the flowering of planetary consciousness.

This is the most active group for Seattle stay at home moms who like to learn, do new things, and meet other moms. There are usually 2-3 activities to choose from every day Monday-Friday!!! Of course, this group is open to expecting moms, working moms, nannies, and other care givers with little ones. The name is "Seattle Stay at Home Moms," because most of the activities are during the weekdays, when most people are at work. It's mainly a group for moms who don't 'stay at home,' but who like to …

Calling all Seattle singles who want to meet others with similar health and fitness goals. This Meetup group will schedule fun group active events such as hiking, frisbee, biking, yoga, Stand Up Paddling, and kayaking. I would like to coordinate other fun games such as capture the flag, an "Amazing Race-Seattle event" and the like. If you are single and like to be outdoors and exercise, why not do it with other singles? I have also built a Facebook page called Seattle Interact which will post th …

Spring kick-off event: De-stress with meditation! We're opening our doors all day (10-5pm), so come relax with us anytime, and bring the whole family. We will have live instrumental music, guided meditation, and special instruction on Sahaja Meditation techniques throughout the day. Northgate Area, 12317 15th Ave NE, 98125. Saturday, May 4th 10 am- 5pm. Always free of charge. Have you ever wanted to meditate? We are a loosely organized multicultural group of people interested in meditating toget …

For people who's genuine center of gravity is Integral Second Tier and are interested in moving more rapidly to Integral Third Tier. Also for people who have already reached Integral Third Tier. This is a place to practice being in and coming from Second and Third Tier and creating something totally new. It is not a place of just talking about Integral. It is not a place for people who only have their intellect in Second Tier. Both the Real Self and the Authentic Self are welcome here. Here we s …

This Meetup offers the flavor of the silent retreats Adyashanti gives at times throughout the year. This opportunity includes two 30 minute silent sittings with a silent break in-between, with one or two audio pieces from Adyashanti which may include one of his taped guided meditations. Our Meetup reflects the Zen retreat venue from when you walk in the door to when you leave. You are welcome to phone or email for details and any questions. The Meetup runs approximately 2 hours and is $15 per p …

Kabbalah is a tradition whose roots extend back to the most remote history of the earth. Although considered a Judeo-Christian mysticism by many, it has been influenced by every golden age in the evolution of the western world. Throughout it's venerable life span the Kabbalah has remained adaptable to contemporary thought and compatible with western lifestyles, earning it the title of "The Ancient Yoga of the West".