Yoga Foundations: A Beginner’s Workshop
A 2-hour workshop introduction to yoga designed to help you feel comfortable, confident, and at home in your practice.
Have you always wanted to try yoga, but felt unsure where to begin?
Maybe you've worried you're not flexible enough. Maybe group classes feel intimidating. Or perhaps you've been practicing for some time and would like to deepen your understanding of foundational poses, alignment, modifications, and safety.
You're not alone.
Yoga Foundations was created to offer a welcoming, supportive entry point into yoga—one that prioritizes comfort, confidence, and connection over performance.
During this workshop, you'll learn the foundations of yoga in a small-group setting where questions are encouraged, modifications are celebrated, and there is absolutely no expectation to "keep up."
Together, we'll explore:
• Foundational yoga poses and modifications
• Breathwork and nervous system awareness
• Yoga props and how to use them
• Common yoga terminology and studio etiquette
• Meditation and relaxation practices
• How a yoga class flows from beginning to end
• Ways to adapt yoga for your unique body and needs
This workshop is perfect for:
• Complete beginners
• Anyone returning to yoga after time away
• People who feel intimidated by group classes
• Those seeking a slower, more supportive introduction to practice
You do not need prior yoga experience.
You do not need to be flexible.
You do not need the “right” clothes, body, or knowledge.
You simply need a curiosity and willingness to begin.
By the end of this workshop, you'll feel more familiar with the studio environment, more confident navigating a yoga class, and more connected to your body and breath.
Most importantly, you'll cultivate a greater sense of trust, belonging, and confidence within yourself and your practice.
Workshop Details:
Saturday, October 10th
2:00–4:00 PM
at Soma Yoga & Wellness - 9951 San Pablo Ave. El Cerrito, CA
Cost: $49
Space is limited to support personalized attention, questions, and meaningful connection.
We can't wait to welcome you!
Meet Your Teacher & Guide, Kristin Aldrich
Kristin has been practicing yoga for close to 30 years. She enjoys Iyengar, Vinyasa, Hatha and Yin yoga styles. She completed her 200 hr RYT in 2023.
A former mental health professional, Kristin believes that yoga can be an amazing tool for self-discovery and healing. Her classes encourage bodily awareness, mindfulness and a deep reverence for the power of the breath. One can expect meditation or breath awareness, strength-building through asana and balance practices in her classes.
Kristin hopes that students leave her class feeling grounded and strengthened in body, mind and spirit. Whether you're stepping onto a yoga mat for the first time or looking to strengthen your foundations, Kristin is passionate about helping students feel comfortable, confident, and at home in their practice.