Yoga
Namaste!
Schedule of Yoga in Crocheron Park
Thank you to volunteers, attendees, and instructors of International Yoga Day 2026, we look forward to 2027!
Mondays at 6:15 PM - Shape Up NYC - NYC Parks (until November 2026)
Select Saturdays
- Yoga Centering Sponsored by NewYork-Presbyterian
Yoga Centering Series
Join us for our free Ten-Part Yoga Centering Series, a 90-minute yoga and wellness workshop held in the peaceful setting of Crocheron & John Golden Park. This program is generously funded through a grant from NewYork-Presbyterian awarded to Friends of Crocheron.
Classes are led by Ambeka Khadse and take place on Saturday mornings. Exact location of classes will be confirmed soon.
The series is free and open to the public. Whether you're new to yoga or an experienced practitioner, all are welcome. Fall 2026 workshops will be held on:
- September 12th - 9:30 a.m. - Yoga, Journaling & Community Picnic (BYOBrunch)
- September 26th - TBD time - Music and Movement, yoga accompanied by live guitar
- October 3rd - TBD time - Nature's Palette, Yoga & Mandalas - Yoga followed by a meditative walk interacting with nature
- October 17th - TBD time - Rooted in Gratitude - Yoga followed by gratitude journaling and notes to friends
- October 31st - TBD time - Yoga and Nature Walk - John Weir, Church in the Wild
Some classes will include free materials for participants - these are available on a first come first serve basis.
The grant funded series is continuing in 2026, thanks to NewYork-Presbyterian and Friends of Crocheron's fiscal sponsor is FJC - Foundation of Philanthropic Funds. Friends of Crocheron & John Golden Park is a grassroots nonprofit organization operated by volunteers and is a 501c3 under our fiscal sponsor, allowing donations to be tax-deductible.
Outdoor Yoga Etiquette
Whether you're new to yoga or have practiced for years, these simple guidelines help create a peaceful, welcoming experience for everyone. Outdoor yoga is a shared experience, and a little mindfulness helps everyone get the most out of class.
- Arrive on time. Please arrive a few minutes early so you have time to settle in and be ready to begin when class starts. This allows your body and mind to warm up properly and helps avoid disrupting others.
- Silence your phone. Turn off or silence your cellphone before class begins. Ringing phones, notifications, and conversations can interrupt the peaceful atmosphere.
- Save conversations for after class. Friends are always welcome! Once class begins, please keep talking to a minimum so everyone can fully immerse themselves in the practice.
- Check your practice space. Before laying down your mat, remove any twigs, rocks, pinecones, or other natural debris to create a comfortable and safe practice area.
- Apply sunscreen before class. If you'll be using sunscreen, apply it before class begins so your hands aren't slippery during poses.
- Dress for comfort. Hats, sunglasses, layers, and a water bottle are encouraged to help you stay comfortable throughout class.
- Honor your body. Yoga is not a competition. Listen to your body, modify poses as needed, and rest whenever necessary. Child's Pose is always an option.
- Leave no trace. Please take all of your belongings and dispose of any trash properly to help keep our park clean and beautiful.
- Embrace the outdoor experience. Practicing in a park means enjoying birdsong, fresh air, and the movement of the trees - but you may also hear children playing, other park visitors, airplanes, or lawn equipment. Rather than viewing these as distractions, use them as opportunities to gently return your attention to your breath and the present moment.
- Practice with patience and gratitude. We are sharing this beautiful public space with our community. Like the trees that bend with the wind instead of breaking, yoga teaches us to meet unexpected moments with flexibility, awareness, and kindness.
Yoga Registration
Thank you to our sponsors for the generous support of our free programming.
