Category Yoga Events

Sunday 20 September ⋅ 4.00 pm – 6.00 pm
Yin Yoga & Sound Bath with Lorena and Elisa G.

September, a time to settle back into routine.
Summer gives way to the rhythms of everyday life: we return to work, commitments multiply and the body calls for a new balance. After weeks of heat and enforced downtime, it’s time to recharge and prepare the nervous system for the new season.

We invite you to an afternoon dedicated to Yin Yoga and a Sound Bath, featuring 432 Hz crystal bells, Tibetan bells and planetary gongs. Yin poses, held for long periods in a passive and receptive manner, work on the deep tissues and release accumulated tension. The pure vibrations of sound accompany this process, offering a restorative break in which mind and body can finally rest.

The combination of Yin and sound vibrations promotes grounding, inner listening and deep regeneration. A space to step away from the hustle and bustle of getting back into the swing of things, gather your energy and start afresh with greater awareness.

Fee:

. €25 → for subscribers

. €30 → for non-subscribers

Info and bookings:
Lorena +39 338 496 7172 (WhatsApp)
Elisa +39 339 621 5556 (WhatsApp)

Lezioni di prova gratuite per principianti:

14–24 settembre

Settembre è il momento perfetto per iniziare (o ricominciare) la tua pratica di yoga. Per accompagnarti in questo nuovo inizio, dal 14 al 24 settembre offriamo prove gratuite dedicate a chi si avvicina allo yoga per la prima volta o desidera consolidare le basi con calma e attenzione.

LEZIONI PRINCIPANTI – PROVA GRATUITA

Lunedì 17:30 – 18.30 Yoga Dolce e in Gravidanza
Una pratica morbida e accessibile, ideale per chi desidera un approccio gentile allo yoga. Le sequenze sono adattate per essere sicure e confortevoli, con particolare attenzione al benessere della schiena e del pavimento pelvico. Perfetta per donne in gravidanza (previo consenso medico), per chi soffre di rigidità o per chi cerca una pratica meno intensa.

PROVA GRATUITA lunedì 14 e 21 settembre.

Giovedì 11:00 – 12.00 Yoga Sivananda per principianti
Un percorso dolce e strutturato di Yoga classico. La lezione segue il metodo Sivananda, che combina esercizi di respirazione (Pranayama), saluto al sole, asana mantenuti e rilassamento profondo. Ogni sessione è costruita per sviluppare forza, flessibilità e presenza mentale in modo graduale e rispettoso del corpo. A livello filosofico, si ispira all’Advaita Vedānta, la tradizione della non-dualità con radici nei Veda.

PROVA GRATUITA giovedì 17 e 24 settembre.

Giovedì 19:30 – 20.30 Hatha Yoga metodo Anusara per principianti
Anusara è un metodo dinamico e creativo, senza sequenze fisse. Ogni lezione è costruita attorno a un tema specifico e prepara il corpo in modo graduale per arrivare a una postura apice finale. Basato su principi di allineamento universale, unisce precisione anatomica e fluidità del movimento. A livello filosofico, si ispira allo Shivaismo tantrico non duale, integrando stabilità, radicamento e apertura del cuore.

PROVA GRATUITA giovedì 17 e 24 settembre.

MEDITAZIONE – PROVA GRATUITA

Giovedì 12:10 – Pranayama e Meditazione
Una pratica dedicata al respiro e alla quiete interiore, per imparare a coltivare consapevolezza e stabilità mentale.Il Pranayama è l’arte di regolare e dirigere il Prāṇa, l’energia vitale che circola nel corpo attraverso il respiro. Attraverso tecniche specifiche di inspirazione, espirazione e ritenzione, il Pranayama purifica i canali energetici, calma il sistema nervoso e prepara la mente alla meditazione. Non si tratta semplicemente di “respirare meglio”, ma di usare il respiro come strumento per influenzare direttamente lo stato fisico, emotivo e mentale. La meditazione Ānāpāna (o Ānāpānasati, “consapevolezza dell’inspirazione e dell’espirazione”) è la pratica di osservare il respiro così com’è, senza modificarlo, portando l’attenzione alle sensazioni naturali dell’inspirazione e dell’espirazione. Questo allenamento sviluppa concentrazione, presenza e consapevolezza sulla natura transitoria di ogni esperienza.

PROVA GRATUITA giovedì 17 e 24 settembre.

PRENOTA LA TUA PRIMA LEZIONE

Offerta prova gratuita per principianti 14–24 settembre.
Posti limitati, prenotazione obbligatoria.

Info e prenotazioni:
Monica 📞 +39 347 696 1312 (WhatsApp)
Lorena 📞 +39 338 496 7172 (WhatsApp)

Free trial lessons for beginners:

14–24 September
September is the perfect time to start (or restart) your yoga practice. To support you in this new beginning, from 14 to 24 September we’re offering free trial lessons for those trying yoga for the first time or wishing to consolidate their foundations at a gentle, mindful pace.
BEGINNERS’ CLASSES – FREE TRIAL

Monday 17:30 – 18:30 Gentle Yoga and Prenatal Yoga
A gentle and accessible practice, ideal for those seeking a gentle approach to yoga. The sequences are adapted to ensure safety and comfort, with particular attention to the wellbeing of the back and pelvic floor. Perfect for pregnant women (subject to medical clearance), those suffering from stiffness, or anyone looking for a less intense practice.

Thursday 11.00 – 12.00 Sivananda Yoga for beginners
A gentle, structured programme of classical yoga. The class follows the Sivananda method, which combines breathing exercises (Pranayama), the Sun Salutation, held asanas and deep relaxation. Each session is designed to develop strength, flexibility and mindfulness in a gradual way that respects the body. On a philosophical level, it is inspired by Advaita Vedānta, the tradition of non-duality rooted in the Vedas.

FREE TRIAL on Thursday 17 and 24 September.

Thursday 19:30 – 20:30 Anusara Hatha Yoga for beginners
Anusara is a dynamic and creative method with no fixed sequences. Each class is built around a specific theme and gradually prepares the body to reach a final peak pose. Based on principles of universal alignment, it combines anatomical precision with fluidity of movement. Philosophically, it is inspired by non-dual Tantric Shaivism, integrating stability, grounding and openness of the heart.

FREE TRIAL on Thursday 17 and 24 September.MEDITATION – FREE TRIAL

Thursday 12:10 – Pranayama and Meditation
A practice focused on the breath and inner stillness, to learn how to cultivate mindfulness and mental stability. Pranayama is the art of regulating and directing Prāṇa, the vital energy that circulates through the body via the breath. Through specific techniques of inhalation, exhalation and breath retention, Pranayama purifies the energy channels, calms the nervous system and prepares the mind for meditation. It is not simply a matter of ‘breathing better’, but of using the breath as a tool to directly influence one’s physical, emotional and mental state. Ānāpāna meditation (or Ānāpānasati, ‘mindfulness of inhalation and exhalation’) is the practice of observing the breath as it is, without altering it, focusing attention on the natural sensations of inhalation and exhalation. This practice develops concentration, presence and awareness of the transient nature of every experience.

FREE TRIAL on Thursday 17 and 24 September.

BOOK YOUR FIRST LESSON

Free trial offer for beginners from 14–24 September.
Limited places, booking essential.

Info and bookings:
Monica 📞 +39 347 696 1312 (WhatsApp)
Lorena 📞 +39 338 496 7172 (WhatsApp)

Monday, June 15, 8:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.:

Ninth Women’s Circle

Summer Solstice, Expanding into the Light

For info and reservations:

Lorena +39 3384967172

Elisa B, +39 339 4470332

International Yoga Day Celebration

On Friday, June 19, we invite you to join us for a day dedicated to wellness, practice, and sharing.
An opportunity to slow down, breathe, recharge, and experience Yoga in Centro in a new way, through classes open to the community and moments to share together. With this day, we celebrate Yoga, we celebrate this special space that rejuvenates and centers us, and above all, we celebrate you: your presence, your energy, and the trust with which you make all of this possible.

From morning to evening, a series of practices designed to guide you through movement, listening, and relaxation: Pilates, Postural, Flow, Yin, and Meditation.
You can participate in a single class or experience the entire day with us.

Classes are free while space lasts.

If you’re a member, you can join whenever you like without needing to book.
If you are not a Yoga in Centro member, we invite you to book by sending a WhatsApp message to 347 6961 312.

The day will conclude at 8:00 PM with a vegetarian aperitif dinner dedicated to our community: a simple and pleasant moment to meet, get to know one another, and spend time together in a welcoming atmosphere. During the event, several works by Sonia de Franceschi, an artist and student at the center, will be on display.

SCHEDULE

11:30 AM — Pilates with Marina B.

(11:30 AM – 12:30 PM)

1:15 PM — Postural Yoga with Nunzia

(1:15 PM – 2:15 PM)

5:30 PM — Flow with Marina K.
(5:30 PM – 6:15 PM)

6:30 PM — Yin with Lorena
(6:30 PM – 7:15 PM)

7:30 PM — Meditation with Monica

8:00 PM — Community Apericena

Limited places available

Friday, June 12⋅6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Lecture with Diego Manzi

Haṭha Yoga

Last lecture of the season

We are pleased to invite you to the final event of the season dedicated to the study of the yoga tradition with Diego Manzi.

The topic of the session will focus on the phenomenon of haṭha: historical origins, key texts, and practices.

During the lecture, we will explore the historical roots of Haṭha Yoga and some of the fundamental characteristics found in the Haṭhapradīpikā, one of the most important texts in the yogic tradition.

A valuable opportunity for study and deeper understanding, open to practitioners, teachers, and enthusiasts.

Participation options:

. In-person

. Live Zoom stream

. Video recording

Fees:

. In-person or live stream — €25

. Live stream + 2 lectures (recordings + handouts) — €60

. Complete recordings (3 lectures + handouts) — €50

. Single recording — €20

Recordings from previous series on the following topics are also available:

. Buddhism

. Advaita Vedānta

. Yoga in the Vedas

. The Upanishads

. Samkhya

. Bhagavadgītā

. Yogasūtra

. Tantric Yoga

For details and reservations, contact Monica at 347 696 1312

Sunday 28 June | 09:30 – 18:30

Among the Trees and Mindfulness
In the silence within

A day of yoga, meditation and forest walks at the Acquerino Cantagallo Nature Reserve.

A day immersed in nature amidst trails, fresh air, yoga practice, meditation and silence.
An invitation to slow down, breathe and rediscover presence through contact with the woods, the trees and the essential sounds of nature.

We will walk slowly, practise yoga surrounded by greenery and meditate near the Cigno Bianco waterfall.

PROGRAMME

08:15 — Meet at Porta Romana or the Firenze Nord service area
09:30 — Meet up and start the hike
10:30 — Anusara Yoga session
12:30 — Lunch in the countryside
14:30 — Hike to the Cigno Bianco waterfall
15:15 — Immersive meditation in the woods
16:30 — Yin Yoga Detox
18:30 — Conclusion and return

The day is also open to those with no experience of trekking or advanced yoga.

What to bring:
comfortable clothing, walking boots, yoga mat, blanket, towel, packed lunch and water bottle.

Fee:
Yoga in Centro members — €30
Non-members — €40

To book, contact Lorena on +39 338 496 7172.

Saturday, May 16⋅11:15 AM – 6:15 PM
Sunday, May 17⋅10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sanskrit Mantra Recitation Course
with Diego Manzi

Sanskrit Recitation Course on the Most Famous Mantras of the Indian Tradition
Sanskrit is an extraordinary and incredibly rich linguistic vehicle. Understanding its phonetics—through a set of rules that are both accessible and surprising—allows one to become intimately acquainted with India’s inexhaustible literary treasures and also serves as a privileged pathway to gaining greater awareness of one’s own vocal apparatus.
This seminar, suitable for both beginners and acting enthusiasts eager to refine their existing skills, begins with instruction in the Sanskrit alphabet and culminates in an exploration of the ten golden rules that govern it, as applied to the most famous and meaningful mantras from the Indian literary tradition.

Fee: €110
€80 for subscribers

For info and reservations: Monica +39 347 696 1312

NEW SERIES OF LECTURES WITH DIEGO MANZI

Friday, April 24⋅6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Lecture with Diego Manzi:

Buddhism

A new in-depth exploration of India’s major philosophical and spiritual traditions.

Friday, April 24 – Buddhism
The framework of ancient Buddhism: foundations, philosophy, and soteriology traceable to the Buddha’s teachings.

Friday, May 8 – Advaita Vedānta
The non-dualistic (advaita) tradition of Vedānta: history, key authors, thought, and practices of realization.

Friday, June 12 – Hatha Yoga
The Hatha phenomenon: historical origins, key texts, and practices.

Lecture times: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

How to participate:
In person or via live streaming on Zoom.

Video recordings will also be available.

Fee:
. Single lecture: €20 (subscribers*) / €25 (non-subscribers*)
. Video recordings (3 lectures + handouts): €50 instead of €60
. Single video recording: €20
Recordings will be available for 6 months

Payment for live streaming / recordings:
PayPal or bank transfer

Info and reservations
Monica +39 347 6961312