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Yoga and Pilates studio nestled on the scenic Leland River.

01/26/2026

Anxiety doesn’t live only in our thoughts. It lives in the body.

When fear, grief, and anger stay unprocessed, the nervous system holds onto them, often showing up as tension, shallow breathing, fatigue, inflammation, or chronic stress.

In moments like this — when the news is heavy and the world feels unstable — being affected is not a weakness. It’s human. And tending to the body isn’t a way of turning away from what’s happening. It’s how we prevent the weight of it from lodging inside us.

Creating physical outlets for emotion through movement, breath, and other grounding practices helps the body metabolize stress so it doesn’t stay stored. Yoga can be one way to do that. Not to bypass what’s happening or “think positively,” but to give your body a chance to move, breathe, and regulate.

That doesn’t mean we stop caring, paying attention, or staying engaged. It means we’re supporting ourselves so fear doesn’t quietly take over our health, our sleep, or our capacity to show up.

If practicing in the studio feels supportive, we’d love to have you. If not, that’s okay too - practice at home, take a walk, breathe deeply, stretch, or simply pause and notice what your body needs.

01/25/2026

Strength and mobility are different, and you need BOTH!

Strength helps you generate force and feel supported. Mobility allows your joints to move through their full range with control. When one is missing, the body compensates. That’s often where pain, stiffness, or injury show up.

You see it all the time. People who are strong but don’t move well. People who are very mobile but don’t feel supported. The goal isn’t choosing one. It’s training both over time.

Aligned Strength with on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 8:30am is one way to work on this at River Studio through mat pilates and foam rolling.

But all of our classes and modalities at River Studio - from Vinyasa to Slow Flow, Ashtanga to Yin, Qigong to Pilates, and even ballet - can help you approach the same needs differently, through breath, load, repetition, and range of motion.

Check the schedule and choose the practice that supports what your body needs this week.

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01/22/2026

This Valentine’s Day, Kat Palms is offering a free, 15-minute virtual face yoga session focused on easing tension in the face, neck, and shoulders while supporting circulation and nervous system regulation. A quiet moment of self-care you can fit into your morning.

Free + open to all. Sign up on our schedule (link in bio) to receive the virtual link.

01/21/2026

Most of us move at the pace our schedules demand, not the pace our bodies need.
 Practices like Qigong train something simple but radical: the ability to choose your pace — in the studio, and eventually, in daily life.

Join Hanna for Qigong · Tuesdays at 5:30 pm

01/20/2026

This Valentine’s Day, escape the traditional dinner-and-a-movie and join us for an evening of deep connection and restorative touch.

Hand reflexology is a powerful way to communicate without words. By stimulating specific reflex points, you will learn how to:

— Release Deep Tension: Help your partner let go of the day’s stress.
— Nurture Connection: Use intentional touch to foster a sense of safety and intimacy.
— Ignite Passions: Stimulate energy flow and circulation to awaken the senses and revitalize your bond.

No prior experience is necessary; ust bring yourself, your partner, and an open heart. You’ll leave not only feeling relaxed but also equipped with the techniques to bring this healing practice into your daily life at home.

Let us know any questions you have - or book at the link in stories!

01/16/2026

We hosted our first Men’s Night last week and it was a really great start. There was a great turn out, and people left feeling better in their bodies, which is exactly why we wanted to offer this in the first place.

Men’s Night is a once-a-month mobility and strength class led by Kat that’s designed to support how men actually move through everyday life, whether that’s long workdays, training, golf, or just feeling stiff and tight from too much sitting. The work is practical, approachable, and meant to help you feel stronger and more capable outside the studio.

We’re excited to keep it going.
The next Men’s Night is Thursday, February 5 from 5–6pm.
 Open to all levels. No experience needed. Join us - or share with the men in your life!

01/14/2026

Jessica Shelton teaches with a deep attention to seasonality, structure, and support. Her classes shift with what’s happening outside and within, offering a practice that meets you where you are, not where you think you should be.

You can find Jessica’s upcoming classes on the schedule now.

01/13/2026

It’s easy to lose time worrying about things outside our control. This is your reminder to let go. Let what is be what is.

Research shows that slow, steady breathing sends a signal to the nervous system that it’s safe. Heart rate slows. Stress hormones drop. The mind becomes less reactive. Yoga works with this on purpose. You practice breathing, noticing sensation, and staying present without immediately trying to fix or escape it. Over time, that skill shows up off the mat too.

01/08/2026

Inclusivity is a core value at River Studio.

Christen’s classes reflect that shared approach, alongside all of our teachers, in part through accessible cueing and room for individual choice.

As Christen says: paying attention to what your body needs IS the practice.

You can find her upcoming classes on the schedule. Hope to see you on the mat this week.

01/07/2026

Shelley offers a deeply nourishing range of practices.

From steady Ashtanga to slow, quiet Yin. From foundational alignment to guided rest. Each class is held with care, clarity, and respect for where you are that day.

You’ll find Shelley teaching across styles and formats throughout the week at River Studio. Sign up now at the link in bio.

01/06/2026

Yoga can be life changing in quiet ways.
 It gives you space to pause, breathe, and come back to yourself when life feels full or heavy.

Jan () teaches Slow Flow on Wednesdays at 10am. Her classes are thoughtful, steady, and grounded in real experience, offering a place to move gently, reflect, and reset.

You can find her upcoming classes on the schedule. Hope to see you in the studio soon.

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307 S. Main Street
Leland, MI
49654

Website

http://lelandriverstudio.com/

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