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YOGA & MEDITATION

All yoga and meditation offerings at Release encourage self-exploration and finding your purpose.

Through your Asana, or physical practice, you will strengthen your body and increase flexibility, while ridding your body of pain and disease. Our world-class yoga instructors provide each student with an experience, not just a class. Instructors use specific methods such as breathing techniques, conscious cues, alignment adjustments, inspiring playlists, and dynamic sequencing. At Release, you will be able to bridge the gap between the physical practice of yoga and the still practice of meditation. Most classes are for all levels and we encourage beginners to join! All classes are open to the public.

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  • 20% discount on workshops and events
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Yoga and Meditation Schedule

Fall Class schedule 2026

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Class Descriptions

HOT MINDFUL FLOW

94 degrees – All Levels
A mindful vinyasa practice in a 94°F room, offering a steady, dynamic flow to build strength and flexibility in body and mind. Move with intention through an empowering practice, dialing the intensity up or down based on how you feel. Breathwork supports presence and steadiness, with optional hands-on assists to deepen embodiment. Expect a strong, purposeful practice with space to listen, choose, and make it your own.

YIN YOGA WITH MEDITATION

74 degrees – All Levels
Yin Yoga is a slow, meditative practice in which poses are held for longer periods of time (from 2-10 minutes). Physically, the long passive poses lengthen and strengthen fascia and enhance the flow of Qi. This class combines a series of traditional yin postures with an extended meditation at the end, making it a good option for mobility, mindful awareness and relaxation.

HOT POWER VINYASA (94 degrees) / POWER VINYASA (84 degrees)

84 to 94 degrees as specified on schedule – Recommended for Intermediate and Advanced Levels

Practiced in a heated room, this chaturanga-based class is challenging yet accessible, with modifications offered throughout. Expect creative sequences that combine strength-building postures, dynamic movement and intentional breathwork. A towel, water and light clothing is recommended. Class will close with a relaxing savasana and a cooling compress placed over the eyes and forehead.  

SCULPT & FLOW

74 degrees – All Levels
This upbeat class combines high-energy strength and endurance training with the mindful movement of yoga. Using light weights and bodyweight exercises, you’ll build heat, challenge your muscles, and elevate your heart rate before transitioning into a dynamic Yoga flow.

RELEASE THE DAY YOGA

74 degrees – All Levels
Come to your mat at the end of a busy day. This hour is for you – to transition your body from
sitting, standing, or running around all day and to transition your mind from the demands of the
day. This slow flow class begins with time to settle in, then gradually introduces movement and
powerful asanas to reawaken your body and stimulate your prana. The lights are low, the music
is carefully chosen, and the practice is complemented by aromatherapy. You’ll leave feeling
rejuvenated and ready for a relaxing evening or a good night’s sleep.

GENTLE YOGA

74 degrees – All Levels
Gentle Yoga focuses on mindful movement, gentle stretching, and breath awareness to improve flexibility, mobility, balance, and relaxation. Perfect for beginners or anyone looking to unwind and reconnect with their body.

RESTORATIVE YOGA

74 degrees – All Levels
Restorative Yoga is a deeply calming, slow-paced class designed to support full relaxation and nervous system reset. Using plenty of props—such as bolsters, blankets, and blocks—you’ll be fully supported in gentle, comfortable postures held for extended periods of time. The focus is on rest, breath awareness, and letting go of tension rather than stretching or effort. This class is
accessible to all levels and is ideal for anyone seeking stress relief, deep rest, and a sense of grounded ease.

SATURDAY YOGA YOUR WAY

74 degrees – All Levels
The perfect transition from your week into your weekend. A gentle, or moderate flow,
depending on how you’re feeling on any given Saturday. Floor and standing poses will mobilize,
stretch and invigorate your body. Options are offered throughout class to make the poses more
or less challenging so you get just what you need from your time on the mat.

Yoga Instructors

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Marianne

Eileen
Melissa

Melissa

Ellery
YOGA LEAD

Dani

Julie

Annabelle

Liv
Lori Hollins

Lori

Marianne

Marianne is an RYT 200 certified yoga instructor. Her class is carefully designed to unite the body and the mind, incorporating the 8 Limbs of Yoga, so that the time on the mat prepares you for life off the mat. The slow flow includes options to challenge yourself or be a little more gentle with your body, depending on your needs. The room is dimly lit so you can easily forget that anyone else is in the room. The class is a perfect way to transition from a stressful day to an energized, yet peaceful evening.

Eileen

Eileen has been teaching yoga since 2010. She studied Yoga of Energy Flow with Daniel Orlansky and achieved RYT 500 in 2014. Eileen became a certified Traditional Thai Yoga practitioner in 2014, studying with Jennifer Yarro. Eileen completed training in Yin Yoga with Josh Summers and studied Yoga Therapeutics with Doug Keller, Liz Owen, and Todd Norian. Eileen teaches creative vinyasa flow, yin yoga, and restorative yoga. Her classes are peace-filled yet energizing.

Melissa

Melissa

Melissa has been teaching yoga since 2020, when she earned her RYT-200 certification. She offers creative vinyasa flows, yin yoga, and meditation, thoughtfully weaving together strength, alignment, and breath-centered movement. Her classes are both energizing and grounding, including dynamic, sequenced flows set to uplifting music, followed by intentional stillness and deep meditation. She creates an experience that challenges the body while restoring the mind. With a background in Public Health and a JD/MBA, Melissa brings a unique perspective to her teaching. She understands firsthand the intensity of a fast-paced, high-performing lifestyle, and the importance of cultivating discipline, clarity, and resilience. Through her classes, she invites students to build strength and presence on the mat in a way that translates into confidence and balance in their everyday lives. Outside of the studio, Melissa enjoys strength training, long-distance running, traveling, and exploring nourishing vegan cuisine.

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Ellery

Ellery, RYT 500, has been dedicated to yoga for over 15 years, drawing inspiration from teachers across Eastern and Western traditions. Her teaching approach blends mindfulness and yoga philosophy with intentional movement and stillness to offer a practice that is both grounding and expansive.

Committed to inclusivity and adaptability, Ellery offers thoughtful options for practitioners of all levels—whether you’re a beginner, recovering from an injury, or navigating changes in your body. She aims to cultivate a safe and nurturing space where you can tune in and trust the felt sense of your own experience.

Ellery completed her 200-hour yoga teacher training at Kripalu in January 2023 and has been teaching since. She has studied Yin Yoga with Theresa Murphy and Prenatal Yoga at the Yoga Education Institute and completed her 300-hour advanced yoga teacher training with Theresa Murphy and Cindy Boulter in August 2025. Her offerings span a variety of styles, including Kripalu, Vinyasa, Slow Flow, Gentle, Restorative, Yin, Myofascial Release and Prenatal, welcoming everyone from gentle practitioners to power yoga enthusiasts.

For Ellery, yoga is a sacred space for self-inquiry, connection, and transformation. She is honored to share this ancient tradition, guiding people toward deeper self-awareness and trust in their own wisdom.

YOGA LEAD

Dani

I found my way to yoga in my post-college years in NYC, where my mat was just about the only space I could claim as my own. I’ve practiced a wide range of styles over the years from Bikram (before his unraveling) & heated power flow to restorative & yin. Throughout the many phases of my adult life, yoga has been a constant for nearly 15 years and I know my mat will forever be my home base.
I completed my 200-hr training with the amazing Grace Morales in Charlotte, NC in 2013. My day job is in Marketing, but I taught for a few years at various studios and gyms before taking a 7 year hiatus after the birth of my first child. Now I am back in action as a teacher and could not be more thrilled. I specialize in vinyasa flow classes paired with fun and upbeat music. My goal is to make yoga fun for my students while holding a safe place for them to feel anything that gets stirred up along the way.

Julie

Julie has aspired to maintain a sense of balance and flexibility through a devoted yoga practice of over twenty five years, trying everything from sivananda to vinyasa to power yoga to aerial yoga (this made her queasy, not a match) to hot yoga (she is addicted!).  Julie completed her Yoga Teacher Training at Common Ground Yoga in Framingham.
Julie is a graduate of Mount Holyoke College and Harvard Divinity School and completed her chaplain training through a residency at the University of California, San Francisco.  She holds a Doctor of Ministry degree from the Boston University School of Theology, focusing on the spirituality of death and dying.
Julie and her family live in an antique colonial in downtown Northborough, slowly restoring it and appreciating its quirky “character.”  In addition to a daily yoga ritual, Julie is a long-distance runner and cyclist, lover of books, nature, witty jokes, poetic prayers, quality coffee, and anything chocolate.  Julie and her family travel all over, often camping in tents and distracted by tacky roadside attractions.  Their two cats are very busy cuddling…or catching mice!  The recent addition of Rex, a bearded dragon, completes their home.

Annabelle

Annabelle completed her 200 hour yoga teacher training under Shawn Shaw at Metrowest Yoga and Training Center in 2024.

Annabelle was first introduced to yoga in college, though it wasn’t until after graduating that she found yoga as a life style. She fell in love with yogic philosophy and the 8 limbed path in learning how to bring yoga off the mat. She has incorporated many yogic teachings into her work as a substance use counselor.

Annabelle’s teaching emphasizes present moment awareness, empowerment, and compassion. She believes yoga is for every body and looks forward to seeing you in class.

Liv

Olivia (IG: livewithlivyoga) is a 200-hour Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-200) who believes movement should leave people feeling stronger physically, mentally, and emotionally. She loves teaching to the beat of the music and creating classes that blend energy, strength, and intentional flow. She is known for her encouraging teaching style and uplifting energy, and strives to create a space where students feel safe, supported, and empowered to show up exactly as they are. Her classes are designed to challenge the body while nurturing the mind, helping students build strength, trust themselves, and reconnect with the joy of movement. Olivia hopes every student leaves class feeling empowered, capable, and reminded that someone is always in their corner cheering them on.

Lori Hollins

Lori

Lori’s path into fitness instruction began with a specialized Yoga Sculpt certification through CorePower Yoga, the credential that made teaching possible and set the foundation for everything that followed. From there, her work expanded naturally into Vinyasa, Hatha, Pilates, and many other mind-body formats, each certification deepening a practice rooted in genuine love of movement.

Her approach is simple: music and movement lead, and the breath follows naturally. She holds space for all kinds of bodies and abilities, because the mat is not a place for comparison but expansion. And within that space, there is always room to laugh, to go deep, and to move between the two allowing authenticity in intention and movement while on the mat.

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