Musicians Shakti Armstrong and Michael and Jahna Perricone will create an immersive sound experience using singing bowls and resonant instruments to help you slow down, listen deeply, and engage with the exhibition through mindful contemplation.
Reflections with Amaloa is a transformative monthly gathering designed to inspire personal and spiritual growth. Each session explores a unique theme, offering a sacred space to reflect, heal, and align with your highest self. This month's topic is "The Power of Self-Love".
Join us for a 50-minute parent / caregiver-specific sound bath hosted by Vedic Vibes in partnership with South Bay Families Connected. This guided meditative experience surrounds you with soothing tones and layered vibrations that gently “bathe” you in sound, inviting your body into deep relaxation and your mind into stillness.
Join the Common Space x Evolution Fitness Run Club.
A course that teaches you how to identify, understand and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance use disorders. The blended training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial help and support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem or experiencing a crisis.
Join our new weekly yoga session; all experience levels welcome! Yoga is a practice that builds strength, flexibility, and focus while calming the mind and restoring balance to the body.
Immerse yourself in the gentle sway of a silk hammock, providing comforting support as you surrender to deep relaxation with certified instructors Mary Lou and Nikola.
Immerse yourself in the gentle sway of a silk hammock, providing comforting support as you surrender to deep relaxation with certified instructors Mary Lou and Nikola. This special evening begins with a heartfelt Tea Ceremony, a ritual known for opening the heart and fostering connection.
Experience a community soundbath session led by Braden Pontoli.
Join us for an eight-week yoga series with Joyce Shuman Yoga on Friday mornings from May 15–July 3.
This three-week mindfulness series invites you to connect breath, body, and energy through intentional, mindful stretching. Each class builds gently upon the last, guiding you deeper into awareness and alignment.
Free Zumba Combo class at Dockweiler Youth Center. Registration is required.
Yoga Meets Book Club in this unique and immersive experience for readers bringing together beginner-friendly yoga and a book discussion led by Ashley Smaldino, Certified Yoga Therapist & South Bay yoga teacher. This experience is intentionally themed around A Court of Thorns and Roses (ACOTAR) by Sarah J. Maas.
The only 420 beginner-friendly yoga and sound bath in Venice! “Gardening” tools provided by our amazing sponsor, Selfies by Heshies.
Relax and rejuvenate with a calming sound bath experience.
Join Jocelyn Soloman for a Yoga session as part of the Wellness & Waves program at the Santa Monica Pier.
Come explore the power of “Om” through movement, meditation, and laughter yoga with Varsha N. into the garden’s rhythms, breathe with the breeze, and let sound and laughter awaken your.
Join us for a morning of movement and matcha at Santa Monica Place. This complimentary Mat Pilates class is paired with handcrafted matcha to kick off the weekend.
Join Devon Cunningham for a meditative journey that consists of pure relaxation through a sound bowl healing meditation.
This 2-hour outdoor experience includes elements of co-created rhythm and gentle participation, allowing you to engage at your own pace.
Set intentions, reset your energy, and align with the fresh start of the new moon. This guided ritual invites you to slow down, reflect, and plant seeds for the cycle ahead through grounding practices, intention setting, and collective energy.
Learn the fundamentals of yoga with Instructor David Lilly in a friendly and supportive environment. The program is aimed at improving flexibility, strength, and overall well-being.
Move with the cosmos. Join us for Orbit & Asana, a mindful movement series that blends astrology, breath, and flow to align your body with the rhythm of the stars.
"Neuroscience has proven that certain frequencies of sound can cause you to lose stress for a time and free your mind of mental, spiritual, and physical pain. I bring beautiful, cosmic, healing and proactive sounding instruments! You will leave happy and rejuvenated. 59 years experience in Music, Cultural Education & Meditation."
This practice group is inspired by the teachings of Sayadaw U Tejaniya, inviting participants to bring wise awareness into every part of life. The L.A.-based sangha focuses on curiosity, ease, and Dharma friendship, exploring how to live with awareness.
At this live, virtual gathering led by LACMA educators, we will explore works from the museum's permanent collection. The program includes opportunities for careful looking, creative responses, mindful reflection, and the sharing of observations and reflections in the chat box.
Caring for a loved one with a dementia diagnosis can be overwhelming and stressful. Our support groups offer a safe space to address the challenges that come with caring for someone, find support amongst peers who share similar experiences and openly express your feelings around being a caregiver.
Looking to spend quality time with works of art as you pause and connect? Join LACMA educators who will lead slow looking, conversation, and reflection in the newly opened David Geffen Galleries.
Enjoy an evening yoga flow session in the serene setting of the garden.
This class is part of a weekly Tuesday yoga group that started on May 12, 2026. Check out our events calendar to discover more wellness programs at Descanso Gardens.
Step into an evening designed to help you slow down, tune in, and elevate your energy. This immersive experience blends qigong movement, guided meditation, and a crystal-infused sound bath.
A sacred evening devoted to the loving, nurturing, and intuitive energy of the Divine Mother, including a Smudging Ceremony, Sound Bath by Cesar Levy, and Reiki Fusion & Light Language Activation with Amaloa. Doors open at 6:45 PM, event starts at 7:00 PM.
Join us for a supportive and uplifting meetup designed for individuals with Parkinson's. Rental gear is included, and all ages and experience levels are welcome.
This class is part of a weekly Wednesday yoga group that started on May 13, 2026. Check out our events calendar to discover more wellness programs at Descanso Gardens.
Surf for fun, fitness, and connection in a supportive, welcoming environment. All levels welcome. Boards & wetsuits provided.
This class is part of a weekly Friday yoga group that started on May 15, 2026. Check out our events calendar to discover more wellness programs at Descanso Gardens.
Enjoy communing with friendly, gentle goats while engaging in a fun, light-hearted yoga session taught by certified instructor Tina Lenert on the rear lawn of The Gamble House.
Whether you are a beginner or an experienced yogi, drop in for a rejuvenating yoga session. This all-levels practice is rooted in Hatha and Anusara yoga with a focus on.
Join us on the 4th Saturday of each month from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Pacific Time via Zoom for a special session of SoulScribe Meditation, guided by Amaloa. This unique meditation practice harnesses the power of collective energy, because together we are stronger and the synergy becomes more powerful.
Learn the fundamentals of yoga with Instructor David Lilly in a friendly and supportive environment. The program is aimed at improving flexibility, strength, and overall well-being.
@thepeoplesretreatla is hosting a Black queer and trans - led initiative offering space for rest, reflection, healing and imagination for Black organizers, caregivers.
"Neuroscience has proven that certain frequencies of sound can cause you to lose stress for a time and free your mind of mental, spiritual, and physical pain. I bring beautiful, cosmic, healing and proactive sounding instruments! You will leave happy and rejuvenated. 59 years experience in Music, Cultural Education & Meditation."
Our practice is inspired by the teachings of Sayadaw U Tejaniya (S.U.T), which invite us to bring wise awareness into every part of life. This L.A.-based sangha is rooted in curiosity, ease, and Dharma friendship.
This class is part of a weekly Tuesday yoga group that started on May 12, 2026. Check out our events calendar to discover more wellness programs at Descanso Gardens.
Join our newest Moai for a gentle 30-minute guided meditation and breathing/stretching experience in nature with music facilitated by Tatjana Pleus. This practice is designed to help participants slow down, reconnect with their senses, and feel grounded through the healing energy of the outdoors.
Caring for a loved one with a dementia diagnosis can be overwhelming and stressful. Our support groups offer a safe space to address the challenges that come with caring for someone, find support amongst peers who share similar experiences and openly express your feelings around being a caregiver.
This class is part of a weekly Wednesday yoga group that started on May 13, 2026. Check out our events calendar to discover more wellness programs at Descanso Gardens.
In-person SoulScribe Meditation practice, guided by Amaloa. This unique meditation practice harnesses the power of collective energy, because together we are stronger and the synergy becomes more powerful.
Surf for fun, fitness, and connection in a supportive, welcoming environment. All levels welcome. Boards & wetsuits provided.
This class is part of a weekly Friday yoga group that started on May 15, 2026. Check out our events calendar to discover more wellness programs at Descanso Gardens.
This three-week mindfulness series invites you to connect breath, body, and energy through intentional, mindful stretching. Each class builds gently upon the last, guiding you deeper into awareness and alignment.
A blissful evening of Sankirtan with Raas Lee Kirtana, featuring call-and-response chanting of sacred mantras and divine names, often accompanied by music.
Experience forest bathing under the full moon at the Arboretum.
Join Jackie Honton for a Pilates session as part of the Wellness & Waves program at the Santa Monica Pier.
A mindfulness walk is an invitation to get quiet and pay attention to the here and now, allowing participants to absorb the healing nature of the great outdoors.
Learn the fundamentals of yoga with Instructor David Lilly in a friendly and supportive environment. The program is aimed at improving flexibility, strength, and overall well-being.
Experience forest bathing under the full moon at the Arboretum.
Peace Awareness: A Way of Tea Ceremony is an intimate, two-hour tea ceremony designed to gently guide you into a state of inner calm.
Practice isn’t just on the cushion — it’s wherever life takes us. This L.A.-based sangha is rooted in curiosity, ease, and Dharma friendship, exploring how to live with awareness.
Holistic Sundays is a 3-hour immersive reset designed to help you release what no longer serves you and consciously prepare for the month ahead.
This class is part of a weekly Tuesday yoga group that started on May 12, 2026. Check out our events calendar to discover more wellness programs at Descanso Gardens.
This class is part of a weekly Wednesday yoga group that started on May 13, 2026. Check out our events calendar to discover more wellness programs at Descanso Gardens.
Enter a sanctuary for sonic exploration surrounded by vibrant Buddhist paintings. Guided by the expertise of sound alchemist Jody Post Theissen, this transformative practice is designed to cultivate inner peace and overall well-being.
Join us for a supportive and uplifting meetup designed for individuals with Parkinson's. Rental gear is included, and all ages and experience levels are welcome.
Support your mental health with a mindfulness practice. Take 30 minutes to downshift and practice mindfulness techniques. The guided mindfulness meditation session will be led by a trained Beach Cities Health District instructor.
This class is part of a weekly Friday yoga group that started on May 15, 2026. Check out our events calendar to discover more wellness programs at Descanso Gardens.
Mindfulness educator Mitra Manesh will lead a contemplative art viewing session in the exhibition "Mountain Spirits." Held before the museum opens to the public, this quiet hour will offer a rare opportunity to experience the galleries in peace and stillness.
Free Zumba Combo class at Dockweiler Youth Center. Registration is required.
This event explores spiritual exercise, a form of meditation combining chanting and listening to tap into the sound current. Participants will learn techniques and practice in a group setting, followed by social time with tea and cookies.
Ease into your weekend with a relaxing sound bath with Anna Christine Bowden and enjoy its meditative and restorative benefits. No prior experience required.
A Pilates session with an instructor to be determined, as part of the Wellness & Waves program at the Santa Monica Pier.
This practice group is inspired by the teachings of Sayadaw U Tejaniya, inviting participants to bring wise awareness into every part of life. The group explores how to live with awareness and discover what unfolds when meeting life just as it is.
This class is part of a weekly Tuesday yoga group that started on May 12, 2026.
Caring for a loved one with a dementia diagnosis can be overwhelming and stressful. Our support groups offer a safe space to address the challenges that come with caring for someone, find support amongst peers who share similar experiences and openly express your feelings around being a caregiver.
This class is part of a weekly Wednesday yoga group that started on May 13, 2026.
A meditative experience where those in attendance are “bathed” in sound waves. Participants will be immersed in color from our current exhibition "Orange You Glad?" by artist Jayes Caitin.
This class is part of a weekly Friday yoga group that started on May 15, 2026.
Free Zumba Combo class at Dockweiler Youth Center. Registration is required.
Free outdoor yoga presented by Redondo Pier Association and Cancer Support Community South Bay. Participants should bring a yoga mat, towel, and water.
A Wellness & Waves session with details to be determined at the Santa Monica Pier.
Begin your Sunday morning with a Sound Bath Experience in the Autry’s theater, where layered tones from crystal singing bowls and modular synthesizers create an immersive, meditative soundscape. Following the sound bath, guests are invited to carry this quieter, more focused state into the museum galleries.
A monthly practice led by Pasadena-born yoga teacher (and musician) Qur’an Shaheed with a guest musician, on second Sundays of each month. The late morning/early afternoon session blends movement, breath, and live music outdoors to deepen the mind-body-nature connection.
Join a rotating roster of certified guides for a gently guided Forest Bathing experience at the Arboretum, timed to coincide with sunset. This meditative practice supports stress regulation and deeper connection with self, community, and the natural world.
Begin your Sunday morning with a Sound Bath Experience in the Autry’s theater, where layered tones from crystal singing bowls and modular synthesizers create an immersive, meditative soundscape.
This practice group is inspired by the teachings of Sayadaw U Tejaniya (S.U.T), inviting participants to bring wise awareness into every part of life. The group explores how to live with awareness and discover what unfolds when meeting life just as it is.
Set intentions, reset your energy, and align with the fresh start of the new moon. This guided ritual invites you to slow down, reflect, and plant seeds for the cycle ahead through grounding practices, intention setting, and collective energy.
Caring for a loved one with a dementia diagnosis can be overwhelming and stressful. Our support groups offer a safe space to address the challenges that come with caring for someone, find support amongst peers who share similar experiences and openly express your feelings around being a caregiver.
Join us for a free seminar where you will learn how to identify your grief and receive advice on how to assimilate and cope with it.
Join us for this free seminar where you will learn how to identify your grief, and receive advice on how to assimilate and cope with it.
This class is part of a weekly Tuesday yoga group that started on May 12, 2026. Discover more wellness programs at Descanso Gardens.
This class is part of a weekly Friday yoga group that started on May 15, 2026.
Free Zumba Combo class at Dockweiler Youth Center. Registration is required.
A Pilates session with an instructor to be determined, as part of the Wellness & Waves program at the Santa Monica Pier.
Move with the cosmos. Join us for Orbit & Asana, a mindful movement series that blends astrology, breath, and flow to align your body with the rhythm of the stars. Led by Nia Johnson, a local Long Beach yogi.