rest, root, rise
***
ease into winter with
clarity & balance
A Winter wellness workshop
WHAT:
Hit pause before the holidays with a restorative workshop designed to support you all Winter long. You're invited to explore gentle yoga, guided breathwork, meditation and journaling in a serene retreat space in the Hudson Valley.
WHEN:
Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025
1:30pm-4:30pm
WHERE:
Hendrick Hudson Free Library
Community Room
185 Kings Ferry Road #1236, Montrose, NY
WHO:
Everyone ages 21+.
All bodies and abilities welcome; no yoga or breathwork experience required.
WHY:
Because powering through another stressful holiday season just to burn out by January isn’t the answer. There's a better way to winter — where you meet your body & mind in the moment.
Learn how to ease in to the season feeling grounded, clear, and calm.
Space is limited.
Register by Nov. 19 for 15% off with code EARLYBIRD
navigate the seasonal shift with equanimity
This mini-retreat experience is for you if you are …
tools to
take home
Gift yourself an entire season of
self-care in 3 hours:
meditative movement
Explore embodied self-compassion during a gentle, Kripalu-style yoga class. Designed for all bodies
and abilities.
grounding breathwork
Soothe your nervous system with guided breathing techniques led by a trauma-informed therapist.
mind-body connection
Learn how the mind-body connection works and create a personalized stress-tolerance toolkit you
can use anytime.
self-expression
Fine tune your intuition and set intentions for Winter using journaling prompts and visualization.
sharing & integration
Connect deeply with yourself and others in a small group with the support of two expert facilitators.
investment:
$165 per person
Register by Nov. 19 with code EARLYBIRD for a 15% discount.
good to know …
what should i bring?
Bring a water bottle, a small blanket, and a bolster or pillow for restorative postures. Yoga mats, blocks, and straps are provided, but feel free to bring your own.
Dress in comfortable layers that allow easy movement: leggings, loungewear, T-shirts, sweats.
Where is the event?
We will gather in the Community Room at Hendrick Hudson Free Library in Montrose, NY. The venue features lots of natural light and work by local artists. It is ADA accessible. Parking is free in the library's parking lot.
How big is the group?
Attendance is capped at 24 people. This allows us to deliver a high-quality experience that is personalized to your needs.
What if all of this is new to me?
You will be in good company. This workshop is designed to accommodate all levels, whether you're familiar with yoga and breathwork or just dipping your toes in. Come as you are, take what you need, and leave the rest!
will there be food?
Food will not be served, but you're welcome to bring snacks to enjoy during short breaks. Tea, coffee, and water will be available. We can recommend excellent restaurants nearby if you'd like to dine out before or after the event.
What if I have to cancel?
Due to the size and scope of this event, we are unable to offer refunds. If you get sick or have an emergency, contact us ASAP to discuss alternative arrangements. You may also transfer your registration to a friend.
Meet your hosts
Mareesa
yoga, meditation & journaling
Mareesa Nicosia
200-hour Registered Yoga Teacher
Mareesa's passion for creative self-expression through movement and words is rooted in her early dance and gymnastics training, as well as her career in journalism. After 15 awesome & adrenaline-fueled years as an education reporter, Mareesa began a transition into the health and wellness field in 2022. This mid-career shift was prompted by a sudden illness and injury that forced her to slow down and re-prioritize her health.
In 2024, she completed yoga teacher training at Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health and founded Inner Sage Yoga, a mobile yoga studio. Her mission as a yoga educator and writer is to inspire others - especially people with invisible disabilities, like herself - to befriend their bodies. In her classes you will learn how to harness the power of yoga to improve your functional movement and regulate your nervous system.
As a TIR (trauma-informed and responsive) teacher, Mareesa leads with curiosity, empathy, and compassion for self and others. She is dedicated to cultivating an inclusive classroom environment that supports and celebrates all bodies, genders, and abilities.
She currently teaches chair and mat yoga at Open Door Family Medical Center in Ossining, and works 1-1 with private yoga clients. Check out her free community yoga series hosted quarterly at Hendrick Hudson Free Library in Montrose.
To contact Mareesa, email [email protected] or follow @InnerSageYoga on Instagram.
Tatyana
breathwork & stress tolerance training
Tatyana Krychkina
Trauma Therapist, LCSW
With more than 20 years of experience, Tatyana provides compassionate, trauma-informed therapy to individuals and families. Her approach is rooted in deep empathy, clinical expertise, and a commitment to helping clients navigate life’s challenges with resilience and hope.
Outside of her private therapy practice, Tatyana enjoys being a mother, embraces a holistic lifestyle focused on health and wellness. She finds balance and inspiration through yoga, meditation, and a love for the outdoors in her local Cortlandt Manor community.
To contact Tatyana please email: [email protected]