YOGA in the GARDENS

Here is everything you need to know for this upcoming weekend session:

 Event Details
Date: Sunday, August 16, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM
Location: Iowa Arboretum & Gardens
What to Bring: Your own yoga mat, a water bottle, and a towel to place under your mat for morning dew.

 Why Practice in Nature?
Practicing outdoors offers a complete wellness reset through five key benefits:
-Ease Aches & Improve Mobility: Gentle movements warm muscles, build balance, and relieve joint stiffness.
-Melt Stress & Boost Mood: Calming your nervous system clears mental clutter and lifts your energy.
-Support Heart Health: Regular practice lowers inflammation and reduces blood pressure.
-Sharpen Mindfulness: Tuning into the sights and sounds of the gardens helps train your mind to stay present.
-Nourish Self-Care: Sharing a peaceful space with others builds a supportive community.

 Meet Your Instructor: Erin Luense
Erin Luense is an Iowa native with over seven years of dedicated study, holding RYT 200 certification through Balance Yoga Lounge, RYT 500 through Inner Peace Yoga Therapy, and advanced training in Trauma-Informed Yoga. Her teaching style is deeply thoughtful, grounding, and responsive, welcoming everyone exactly where they are physically and emotionally.

 Registration & Pricing
Space is limited, and registration is required to secure your spot!
Sign up online through the official Iowa Arboretum Event Registration Portal.
Adult Member: $12
Adult Non-Member: $15
Child Member: $2
Child Non-Member: $5

Meet Your Instructor

Erin Luense is an Iowa native and experienced yoga teacher whose practice is rooted in presence, compassion, and mindful connection. With over seven years of dedicated study, Erin earned her RYT 200 through Balance Yoga Lounge, her RYT 500 through Inner Peace Yoga Therapy, and has completed additional training in Trauma-Informed Yoga. Her teaching style is thoughtful, grounding, and responsive—meeting each individual where they are physically, mentally, and emotionally. Erin’s classes invite students to connect with the wisdom of the body, the rhythm of the breath, and the healing power of the present moment.