yoga in the forest
Join certified yoga instructor Gabrielle McEntee for a peaceful and rejuvenating Yoga in the Forest experience at Yakona.
Surrounded by the soothing sights and sounds of the forest, this gentle, all-levels yoga class offers a meaningful opportunity to ground yourself in nature while connecting with breath, body, and the beauty of the natural world.
event Highlights:
Outdoor Yoga Session
Practice at The Vale, adjacent to the Bartow Art Studio, as Gabrielle guides you through a gentle yoga flow in a serene outdoor setting.
Light Refreshments
Enjoy tea and healthy snacks following the yoga session.
Optional Guided Hike
After yoga, participants are invited to join a short, guided hike along Yakona’s scenic trails. Those who prefer not to hike are welcome to relax at the Bartow Art Studio.
details:
Instructor: Gabrielle McEntee
Location: Outdoors at Yakona Nature Preserve
Ages: Adults 18+
Please bring: Drinking water, any necessary medications (including EpiPens), yoga mat, and walking shoes. Optional items to bring include yoga blocks, blanket, and extra clothing layers.
Insects: Mosquitoes are part of the Yakona ecosystem. Insect repellent is recommended if you are sensitive to bites.
Arrival & Departure: Please plan to stay for the full duration of the class. Because Yakona is accessed by guided escort only, participants are unable to enter or leave independently once the program begins.
Parking & Carpooling: Participants will meet at the parking area and carpool the three miles into Yakona to minimize vehicle traffic on the preserve.
Restrooms: Restroom facilities are rustic outhouses and porta potties.
Pets: For the safety of Yakona's wildlife, pets are not permitted on the preserve, nor are pets allowed in parked vehicles, as there are no shaded parking areas.
Caring for Yakona: Please help us protect this special place by staying on designated trails, respecting wildlife, and leaving plants, fungi, and other natural features undisturbed unless collecting is part of the class. Pack out any personal belongings and trash and leave Yakona as beautiful as you found it.
Weather: Programs may be held rain or shine unless hazardous weather or other unsafe conditions require cancellation.
Attendance Commitment: Because space is limited and these resources are generously provided, we ask that you register only if you plan to attend. If your plans change, please let us know as soon as possible so we can offer your space to someone on the waitlist.
Class Enrollment: A minimum number of participants is required for this workshop. Yakona reserves the right to cancel a class due to low enrollment. Registered participants will be notified as soon as possible if a class is canceled.
Suggested donation: $25
We look forward to sharing this restorative morning of movement, mindfulness, and connection with nature.
Give Todayinstructor bio
Gabrielle McEntee, 500-Hour RYT
Born and raised in Newport, Gabrielle McEntee brings over 15 years of experience practicing and teaching yoga to the serene forest setting of Yakona. A long-time local and passionate instructor, Gabrielle was honored to join the fundraising team that helped bring the Bartow Studio to Yakona. She immediately knew that yoga would be a perfect addition to the space—offering people the unique opportunity to enjoy a peaceful hike followed by grounding yoga in the beautiful woods. Her classes are a celebration of nature, movement, and community.