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A Kalamazoo yoga studio. Celebrating all bodies. You are good. kalamazoobackyardyogis.com/classes
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Kalamazoo Backyard Yogis exists to build community, foster well-being, and provide an equitable space for those most often left out of yoga. Book a class online at https://www.kalamazoobackyardyogis.com/classes

05/02/2026

Join us for Ancestor Circles, a 5-Part community offering series facilitated by K**a Tai Mitchell. Over five Sundays, participants will gather in a guided circle focused on reflection, connection, and communal support.

K**a’s work draws from her own spiritual and healing practices and may include guided relaxation, embodiment cues intended to support nervous system regulation, shamanic drumming, reflection, and group sharing.

Because this work is specific to K**a’s personal practice and lineage, we encourage anyone interested to reach out to her directly with questions about the process, expectations, or whether the series is a good fit.

Participants should have an established relationship with spiritual or ancestral healing work and feel comfortable engaging in personal reflection in a group setting. Specifically, engaged in one or more of your four lines of blood and bone.

Questions or registration inquiries: Please contact K**a Tai directly kamataimitchell@gmail.com

Ancestor Circles with K**a Tai A 5-part series (6 participant minimum)
Sundays: May 31, June 7, 14, 21, 28 12:30–2:30 pm @ Kalamazoo Backyard Yogis

05/01/2026

see. honor. respect. advocate. celebrate. The only way we make it? Is by making it together. We have a community member in need of mutual aid. Someone who is so deeply intrinsic to the work we do in this community. Someone so deeply deserving.

Raised funds go directly to recipient. Kalamazoo Backyard Yogis is a fundraiser. We do not keep money from this fundraiser in any way.

a long-time member of this community has reached out and asked for help.

she is a mother and a grandmother, a small business owner, and someone who works full time to support the people around her. she is also someone who consistently shows up for others, volunteering her time and energy to support both her direct community and the greater Kalamazoo community. she is a pillar in ways that many people may not even realize.

right now she needs a reliable vehicle. without it, daily life gets a lot harder very quickly.

she has asked to remain anonymous, and we will respect that. she also shared that she is a Black woman, and that context matters. access to resources, safety, and reliable transportation are not distributed equally in this country, and asking for help is not something she does lightly.

so we are answering that call.

this community has always been about showing up for one another when it matters. we have rallied around people here before, and we can do it again now.

we have started a gofundme to help her secure a reliable vehicle as soon as possible. over the next several months we will also host a few small fundraisers to keep building toward that goal. if you are able to contribute, even $5 helps move this forward.

We are also selling new spring merch on bonfire with proceeds going towards this fund. However you wish to give, it will not be given in vein.

and if donating is not possible right now, sharing this still makes a difference.

let’s show her that the community she has poured into is a community that will show up for her too.

04/26/2026

we have (2) 10x10s or (4) 5x10s coming available May 1st! text Shelby @ 2692247958 to schedule a tour or get more information. 💛

04/13/2026

i’m in my basement. social media is so hard. thanks for being here. if you’re reading this, tell us what you’re doing for yourself and your community in the comments. if you’ve never been here, we will send you a free class. 💛

04/02/2026

Full & New Moon events are back for 2026 with at KBY!

Reflect inward and celebrate the changes during the Full Moon and New Moon each month.

Classes take place on Fridays at 7pm: Upcoming dates:
🌑 April 17
🌑 May 15
🌑 June 12
🌕 June 26
🌕 July 31
🌕 August 28
🌕 September 25
🌑 October 9
🌑 November 13
🌑 December 11

About Full Moon Celebration:
Celebrate the Full Moon with us in this special class. Move through an energizing flow inspired by the cycles of the Sun and Moon. Ahnee brings her background in astrology to explore the relationship between these two cosmic forces throughout the practice. After class, enjoy a moon-inspired non-alcoholic drink and a Sun & Moon-themed activity. Feel free to wear cozy clothes and bring a favorite mug or cup if you’d like to use it for your moon drink!

About New Moon Intention:
Be intentional with the New Moon in this class. Starting with the awareness the Sun & Moon’s energies. Then flow through a deeply relaxing restorative yoga & yoga nidra practice supported by sounds of a tibetan sound bowl & koshi wind chimes. A non-alcoholic drink based on the moon will be offered followed by writing intentions on dyed paper and sealing them with wax. Students are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing & bring your own special mug/cup if you wish to use it for the moon drink!

Please note these classes are not included in membership pricing due to the extra materials and planning for these events. Members will receive a $5 discount.

Sign up on the website or download the Fit by Wix app and join Backyard Yogis with invite code 9LGZF6

03/26/2026

Join us for our last session of Grounded Action this Friday with donations going to support a free Palestine!

Sustaining care and action over time is hard. Especially when the world feels heavy and the pressure to respond feels constant. Burnout often comes not from lack of care, but from trying to hold too much alone. This session centers building strength and steadiness so engagement can be supported, not forced. The movement practice will include standing and supported postures designed to build physical strength and emotional stamina. Options using the wall or chair will be offered so the practice remains accessible.

Following movement, there will be time to reflect, dream, and name next steps. Both personal and communal. The focus is on sustainability and staying connected to our values without urgency or exhaustion.

Sign up in the app or on the website in bio!

03/25/2026

Join us Saturday mornings for our new offering, Heart + Heat with ❤️🕯️

Heart + Heat is a heart-connected flow that balances warmth, strength, and awareness. Classes emphasize intentional movement, longer holds in some postures, and a steady build of heat—inviting curiosity, playfulness, and compassion along the way. Music may include both instrumental and lyrical tracks, and props are encouraged to support a wide range of bodies and experiences.

Each class begins with a brief invitation into presence, followed by a gradual warm-up that links breath with movement. From there, we build a stable foundation and move into an exploratory flow—traveling from the floor, to mid-level, to standing, and back to the floor.
Stillness is woven throughout to re-center and receive. Class ends with 5-10 minutes of savasana, accompanied by a short guided meditation or body scan. This is an all-levels class with options to modify intensity. Expect moments of strength, balance, and sustained effort, balanced with rest and reflection.

Alison See is a 200-hour yoga instructor, certified doula, and certified prenatal yoga teacher. While this class is not a prenatal-specific offering, prenatal students are welcome and supported. The practice is designed for varying body types and abilities, with the understanding that some movements may feel more physically demanding and include transitions between the floor and standing.

03/23/2026

Meet KBY instructor, Andy! (they/them)

“I believe that practicing presence, authenticity, and belonging both individually and collectively make equity, liberation and longevity possible for ourselves, all humans, and all living beings, including our planet.

Presence is not just about being here now. Rather, presence is the ability to witness this moment within the context of history and the awareness of potential futures. When we are awake to the realities that have framed where we are now, and what is needed of us to cultivate a nourishing future, we can see this moment more fully.

Authenticity is standing and acting in your truth whether or not it’s what’s expected or the norm. I believe we all have a sense of truth within us, that came with us when we took human form. I am doing my best to honor what makes me, me, and working with others to reconnect with their authentic selves, so our gifts come forward and we can support one another for the long haul.

Belonging, in its purest sense, is the remembrance that we all are connected to each other, this living planet, the cosmos. It is the embodiment of true acceptance of self, others, and the way things are. When we feel a sense of belonging, we know we are being seen for who we truly are, and loved unconditionally.

I continually lean on the wisdom of teachers, writers and wisdom leaders. With a wide range of trainings in facilitation through the lens of equity and restorative justice, trauma informed practices, coaching, and yoga certifications - I am ready to meet you in class.

In my free time, I like to forage and wander in nature, grow and prepare food, and organize with locals for a liberatory world. Currently my parter, pup and I are living in southwest Michigan.

You can find me teaching my class series, the Doshas, on Sunday evenings at Backyard Yogis. And you can join me in the warmer months for Yoga with Horses.

I can’t wait to meet you.”

03/17/2026

THIS FRIDAY! Join us for Metal Flow with Alexia Walker of on Friday, March 20th at 7:30pm. 25% of Net Sales from this event will benefit Michigan Immigrant Rights Center

Alexia Walker leads a strong immersive movement experience that weaves together dynamic postures, intentional breath, and space for emotional or energetic release.

This practice leans into intensity. You may meet muscular challenge, elevated breath, and moments that ask you to stay present with sensation. Everything is offered with choice. You’re always in charge of how you deeply engage, how do you modify, and when you rest.

Music is part of the container. The playlist is metal and heavy, played louder than a typical class, with lyrics. Sound is used as fuel, support, and texture for the practice rather than background.

This class is a good fit if you enjoy strong movement, clear structure, and an environment that supports expression over performance. Less about aesthetics. More about honesty in your body.

Come, prepared to move, breathe, and take up the space you need.

Friday, March 20 from 7:30 to 9 PM
Kalamazoo Backyard Yogis
1501 Fulford St.
Kalamazoo, Michigan, 49001

Tickets are sliding scale admission, choose to pay $15 $25 or $35. Sign up online at Kalamazoobackyardyogis.com/event, or visit the Fit by Wix app and join Backyard Yogis with invite code 9LGZF6.

03/10/2026

Join us for the first KBY book club beginning Sunday, March 15th! In this eight week series, we will meet and read small sections, the book “Skill in Action” by Michelle Cassandra Johnson. Together, we will reflect, take notes and discuss how to radicalize our yoga practice to create a just world.

No acquired reading prior to club meetings, all reading will be done in person together. You can purchase the book directly from Johnson, or order it locally at .

Can’t afford the book but still would like to attend? Send us a message through our contact page on the website at kalamazoobackyardyogis.com and we will provide you one.

sign up online or in the app!

02/11/2026

Wednesday & Saturday @ KBY - BIPOC YOGA (an affinity space).

Join us for a yoga class designed specifically for and led by the BIPOC community. This class was created to center and celebrate the experiences of Black, Indigenous, Latinx/Latine, Asian, Middle Eastern, and all People of Color who may not always feel fully represented or supported in traditional yoga, wellness, and studio fitness spaces.

Wellness spaces often default to white perspectives, leaving many without a sense of belonging or cultural understanding. This offering is not about excluding anyone – it’s about addressing those gaps and providing a dedicated space where BIPOC individuals can practice yoga, connect, and feel prioritized.

Classes are $5 or by donation.

01/25/2026

hello friends,

tomorrow, 6:30pm at city hall in kalamazoo, there will be a peaceful protest led by the SWMI Democratic Socialists of America. i want to name this clearly and directly because what we are facing touches our nation, our local community, and the wider world we are part of. if you are able, i believe it is worth showing up.

there is a lot we are holding right now. grief, fear, anger, exhaustion, love. it can be tempting to tell ourselves that one evening, one body, one voice doesn’t really change anything. but protests are not inconsequential. history shows that sustained public protest has played a real role in policy change, labor protections, civil rights legislation, and shifts in public awareness. collective presence changes what becomes visible, and what leaders are forced to respond to.

Yoga comes from South Asia, from philosophical and ethical traditions that were never meant to be confined to personal comfort. the practice asks us to live with discernment and responsibility. the yamas, especially ahimsa (non-harm) and satya (truthfulness), call us to reduce suffering and to tell the truth with our bodies as well as our words. when we are able, showing up peacefully, grounded, and informed is one way we live the heart of the practice.

if you plan to attend, please take a few minutes to review protest safety and know-your-rights guidance from the American Civil Liberties Union. knowing your rights is part of caring for yourself and others.

ACLU protester safety guidelines
https://www.aclu.org/know-your-rights/protesters-rights

we will also be sending an email soon with an opportunity to be in community and to fundraise in solidarity with minnesota, with the intention of directing immediate support where it is needed most.

however you choose to move through this moment, you belong here. and if you are able to stand with others tomorrow evening, know that your presence is not small.

with care,
shelby
kalamazoo backyard yogis

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1501 Fulford Street, Suite 2
Kalamazoo, MI
49001

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https://www.kalamazoobackyardyogis.com/

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