Vital Touch Wellness

Black Friday Open House Mini-Retreat
2023-11-25 11:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | PA
Our Black Friday Open House Mini-Retreat
Friday, November 24 – FREE Yoga Class at 10 a.m., Open House from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
We’re opening our doors for a day of celebration! Join us for FREE yoga classes, blissful mini massages, great food, and more. Think of it as a mini-retreat to kick off your holidays feeling relaxed, centered, and connected to the joy of the season.
Do your holidays differently. This season can feel rushed and chaotic. Self-care, rest, and sanity might take a back seat. Instead of going along for the crazy, rushed ride, start your holidays with the intention of nurturing yourself.
Join us to relax, clear your mind, and kick off your holidays by taking care of you.
No registration is required to drop by our Open House; however registration is recommended for our free yoga classes as they are filling up quickly. Click here to register online, or call our studio at 484.341.8411.

TWO FREE YOGA CLASSES at 10 AM & 11:30 AM (register below)
BLISSFUL MINI MASSAGESTASTY REFRESHMENTSAMAZING DOOR PRIZES
+ OUR ONCE-A-YEAR BOGO GIFT CERTIFICATE SALE & 20-40% OFF ALL RETAIL
Start the holiday season soaking in the peaceful vibes of our tranquil studio.
STOP BY between 11 and 2, or register ahead for the free class here.
Mini-Retreat Details:
FREE GENTLE YOGA & SINGING BOWL EXPERIENCE
Join us in this multi-teacher collaboration and start your holiday season by taking care of you. Relax, restore and heal in this very special one-hour class co-led by 4 of our amazing yoga teachers. Join us and you can expect:

Begin with a relaxing guided meditation.
Move, stretch, and release tension with gentle yoga postures.
Soothe your mind further as you sink into restorative yoga.
End by taking in the ethereal vibrations of quartz singing bowls.

Suitable for all levels. If you’ve never tried yoga before, this is a great time to check it out!
Register online here.
BLISSFUL MINI MASSAGE FOR DONATION
Donate as little or as much as you like for up to 15 minutes of hands-on stress relief! Proceeds benefit the Friends Association in West Chester. They provide emergency shelter and programs to prevent homelessness in our community. www.friendsassoc.org
COMPLIMENTARY REFRESHMENTS
After your massage or yoga class, enjoy these yummy and nourishing post-Thanksgiving treats.

Seasonal Lattes and Immunity Juice Shots from Good Life Organic Kitchen
Gluten-free baked goods
Hors d’oeuvres and snacks

AMAZING DOOR PRIZES
Enter just by dropping by! More entries will be given for taking a class, getting a massage, and making a purchase.

90-Minute Massage Gift Certificate $150 value
One-Month Unlimited Yoga $127 value
Ahhhromatherapy Package w/ doTERRA diffuser & 8 essential oils $197 value
Extra Cuddly Yoga Blanket $45 value
And more…

AND OF COURSE, SALES!
Take advantage of our once-a-year gift certificate BOGO sale, PLUS 20-40% off all retail
Join us to relax, clear your mind, and share holiday cheer. Start the season with the intention of nurturing yourself.
November 25- Free Yoga Class at 10 a.m. AND 11:30 a.m. Open House from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Solstice Singing Bowl Soundbath with Restorative Yoga
2023-12-17 15:00 - 16:30 | PA
Join us for this one-of-a-kind, deeply relaxing experience. Yoga teacher and professional singer Mary Kate McGetrick leads you through a sound healing journey with guided meditation and restorative yoga poses. Accompanied by the ethereal tones of quartz crystal bowls and sacred chanting, Mary Kate will help you to deeply relax and rejuvenate as we prepare for the Winter Solstice.
The winter solstice falls on Wednesday, December 21, and marks the longest night of the year. Traditionally a time of stillness, renewal and self-reflection, this is the perfect time to pause, connect to yourself and take in the peace of the season.
Absolutely no yoga experience required. Restorative yoga is extremely gentle and passive and appropriate for all bodies.
Give yourself the gift of rest and healing this holiday season. Space is limited so register today to reserve your spot.
What are singing bowls?
Singing bowls are metal or crystal bowls that create clear tones by striking and circling them with a mallet. It is thought that the vibration created by these tones can soothe the mind and relax the body.
Mary Kate McGetrick is a Yoga Teacher with 500 hours of training as well as a professional musician and singer. She has performed at venues throughout the area. Mary Kate’s mission as a teacher is to help serve and inspire others to awaken in their own process of self-discovery. Her teaching incorporates the eight branches of yoga, including mindful movement, breath work, and meditation, all which help students to nourish and connect with their sacred home within.
Register

Beginners Yoga 6-Week Series - Monday Evening Option
2024-01-22 18:45 - 19:30 | PA
Join us for our Winter Beginners Yoga Series and Start 2024 with the Intention of Taking Care of You.

Monday evenings, 6:45 – 8 p.m., January 22 – February 26
(For Tuesday morning option, return to workshop schedule and go to January 23)

CURIOUS about Yoga but …?
…Worried you’ll be the only newbie in a class of super advanced students?
…Nervous about doing it wrong and hurting yourself?
…Wish you could take a class where you were free to ask questions about what’s going on and why things are done?

Learn yoga in a supportive, positive environment for beginners only!
In this class for beginners only, you can ask questions, get real-time feedback, and learn from one of our most experienced teachers. Join Lisa McBride, RYT, as she breaks down a full yoga class, teaches relaxation techniques, and explains the nuts and bolts of each pose.

In this six week yoga series, you can expect:

Become confident moving your body through a sequence of traditional yoga poses broken down into easy-to-learn steps.
Enjoy plenty of time to ask questions and get advice from your teacher during class.
Learn proper alignment and how to modify particular poses so they are safe and effective for your individual body type.
Understand the importance of mindfulness and learn relaxation techniques that will enhance your practice as well as your everyday life.

Experience the benefits of weekly yoga like decreased stress, improved mood, more energy, and a stronger, looser body.
Have fun with a small group of other students who are new to yoga!!

After six weeks, you’ll feel inspired, empowered and prepared to join a more challenging class as a seasoned yoga student!

Monday evenings, 6:45-8 p.m., Sept. 18-Oct. 23
(For Tuesday morning option, return to workshop schedule and go to January 23)
$167 – Sign up before January 12 and get a FREE yoga mat!*

REGISTER FOR BEGINNERS SERIES

In our Beginners Series, you’ll receive individualized attention and reap the many benefits of a yoga practice, such as:

Feel calmer and more focused in your mind.
Lower blood pressure and decrease stress.
Experience looser muscles and ease of motion in your joints.
Get stronger and improve your balance.
Uplift your mood and have more energy.
Experience less aches and pains in your body.
Improve your posture and protect your spine, bones, and joints.

Your six-weeks will include:

Six weekly 75-minute classes open only to Beginners Series students.
Handouts and videos from your teacher so you can practice in between classes.
A FREE yoga mat when you register before January 12.

Learn with students who are new to yoga just like you! Class size is limited to ensure individualized attention, so register soon to reserve your spot.
$167 – Sign up before Jan. 12 and get a FREE yoga mat*

REGISTER FOR BEGINNERS SERIES

*You’ll receive your new yoga mat at the first class. Registration reserves your spot in all six classes. If you are unable to attend one or more classes, you will not be refunded for them.
Lisa McBride is an Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher with over 200 hours of training. With over 1000 hours of teaching experience, Lisa loves to grow and learn with and from her students. Her mission is to provide a class that is open to a wide variety of levels, and she is ready to meet you wherever you are in your yoga practice. As a teacher, she is passionate about creating a welcoming community that supports her students to simply breathe and listen to their bodies.
Lisa’s personal yoga practice has reduced her stress and the therapeutic benefits from it continue to have a huge impact on her life. She teaches to share this with you. Finding a balance between strength and flexibility with proper alignment all in a noncompetitive environment allows Lisa’s students to progress through their journey safely.

Beginners Yoga 6-Week Series - Tuesday Morning Option
2024-01-23 10:15 - 11:30 | PA
Join us for our Winter Beginners Yoga Series and Start 2024 with the Intention of Taking Care of You.

Tuesday mornings, 10:15-11:30, January 22 – February 26
(For Monday evening option, return to workshop schedule and go to January 22)

CURIOUS about Yoga but …?
…Worried you’ll be the only newbie in a class of super advanced students?
…Nervous about doing it wrong and hurting yourself?
…Wish you could take a class where you were free to ask questions about what’s going on and why things are done?

Learn yoga in a supportive, positive environment for beginners only!
In this class for beginners only, you can ask questions, get real-time feedback, and learn from one of our most experienced teachers. Join Lisa McBride, RYT, as she breaks down a full yoga class, teaches relaxation techniques, and explains the nuts and bolts of each pose.

In this six week yoga series, you can expect:

Become confident moving your body through a sequence of traditional yoga poses broken down into easy-to-learn steps.
Enjoy plenty of time to ask questions and get advice from your teacher during class.
Learn proper alignment and how to modify particular poses so they are safe and effective for your individual body type.
Understand the importance of mindfulness and learn relaxation techniques that will enhance your practice as well as your everyday life.

Experience the benefits of weekly yoga like decreased stress, improved mood, more energy, and a stronger, looser body.
Have fun with a small group of other students who are new to yoga!!

After six weeks, you’ll feel inspired, empowered and prepared to join a more challenging class as a seasoned yoga student!

Tuesday mornings, 10:15-11:30, January 22 – February 26
(For Monday evening option, return to workshop schedule and go to January 22)
$167 – Sign up before January 12 and get a FREE yoga mat!*

REGISTER FOR BEGINNERS SERIES

In our Beginners Series, you’ll receive individualized attention and reap the many benefits of a yoga practice, such as:

Feel calmer and more focused in your mind.
Lower blood pressure and decrease stress.
Experience looser muscles and ease of motion in your joints.
Get stronger and improve your balance.
Uplift your mood and have more energy.
Experience less aches and pains in your body.
Improve your posture and protect your spine, bones, and joints.

Your six-weeks will include:

Six weekly 75-minute classes open only to Beginners Series students.
Handouts and videos from your teacher so you can practice in between classes.
A FREE yoga mat when you register before January 12.

Learn with students who are new to yoga just like you! Class size is limited to ensure individualized attention, so register soon to reserve your spot.
$167 – Sign up before Jan. 12 and get a FREE yoga mat*

REGISTER FOR BEGINNERS SERIES

*You’ll receive your new yoga mat at the first class. Registration reserves your spot in all six classes. If you are unable to attend one or more classes, you will not be refunded for them.
Lisa McBride is an Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher with over 200 hours of training. With over 1000 hours of teaching experience, Lisa loves to grow and learn with and from her students. Her mission is to provide a class that is open to a wide variety of levels, and she is ready to meet you wherever you are in your yoga practice. As a teacher, she is passionate about creating a welcoming community that supports her students to simply breathe and listen to their bodies.
Lisa’s personal yoga practice has reduced her stress and the therapeutic benefits from it continue to have a huge impact on her life. She teaches to share this with you. Finding a balance between strength and flexibility with proper alignment all in a noncompetitive environment allows Lisa’s students to progress through their journey safely.

A Midwinter Night's Dream - Yoga, Cello & Chocolate in the Greenhouse at Camphill Soltane
2024-01-28 16:00 - 17:30 | Camphill Soltane, 224 Nantmeal Rd, Glenmoore, PA, 19343, United States
Rekindle your spirit and comfort your soul.

Enjoy a magical evening of music, yoga and meditation while soaking in the healing warmth of gorgeous greenhouse plants.

Join Amanda Daley, RYT, as she leads you through a gentle yoga sequence accompanied by Sarah Overton, New York City cellist. As you move, breathe, and connect to the moment, Sarah will create a warm, meditative musical backdrop to help you sink into the experience more deeply. Amanda will end the class with a relaxing guided meditation as you rest in a cozy savasana.

Throughout class, you’ll be soaking in the warmth of the heated greenhouse floor surrounded by the healing greenery of plants. Top off the evening with a tasty cup of hot cocoa or other chocolate treat.

The evening will leave you feeling cozy, warm, and alive with the vibrations of life rekindled within you.

Register today! $50*

REGISTER FOR CLASS

The Camphill Soltane greenhouse is located just 4 miles north of our studio at 224 Nantmeal Rd, Glenmoore PA. Once you arrive at the campus, follow signs for parking.

What is Camphill Soltane?
Truly a local hidden gem, Camphill Soltane provides opportunities for education, healing, relationship building, and meaningful, fulfilling engagement and work for people with neurological and intellectual differences, their families and supporters. They provide healing supports through music, movement, and art therapies, nature immersion, and offer paid employment and volunteer opportunities to adults with intellectual differences in Chester County, PA. For more information and to donate, visit www.camphillsoltane.org.

*Registration required. Yoga passes do not apply to this class.

Couples Yoga Workshop
2024-02-17 11:00 - 12:30 | Vital Touch Wellness Yoga Studio, 176 Park Rd, Downingtown, PA, 19335, United States
Nurture playfulness, support and heartful connection with your partner or friend.

Join teachers Jess Bertoncini and Amanda Daley for this special offering! In Couples Yoga, you and your partner or friend will assist each other in safe and simple yoga poses. After relaxing with a guided meditation and gentle yoga to warm up your body, you’ll work together to support each other in fun and effective ways. Couples yoga teaches you to give and receive support as you build trust and communication.

Release stress and worry.
Build trust and communication.
Improve stability and balance.
Cultivate heartful connection.
Have fun!

Register as a couple OR come on your own and have fun with a new friend!
$97 per couple* / $49 per person.

*When you register as a couple, you’ll only be required to enter one name, but your registration will include spots for you and your partner or friend.

REGISTER FOR COUPLES YOGA

ALL couples welcome! Including romantic couples, friends, and “galentines.”

YogaMassage Relax & Restore Experience
2024-02-25 15:00 - 16:30 | Vital Touch Wellness Yoga Studio, 176 Park Rd, Downingtown, PA, 19335, United States
A match made in heaven! Experience the deep relaxation of restorative yoga enhanced with healing effects of professional massage.

No yoga experience necessary. All you need to do is nestle into our blankets and bolsters while our therapists gently massage away your tension and worry.

Restorative yoga is all about healing the mind and body. You’ll be completely supported in very gentle stretches with blankets and bolsters. As your body relaxes into these supports, it can release deep layers of pain and tension in tight connective tissue throughout your back, hips, shoulders and neck.

Therapeutic massage deepens your experience of release and letting go. Therapists will visit each student throughout the class, using gentle, firm pressure to relax your muscles and still your mind. At the end, each student will get the equivalent of a full-body massage. You’ll feel rested, rejuvenated, looser and lighter.

This class is for all levels and is perfect for people with chronic pain or people who need to relax and tune out the busy-ness of life.

REGISTER FOR YOGAMASSAGE

Reset your tired mind and restore your stiff, achy body.
Join us for this powerful experience.

Co-led by Jessica Bertoncini, RYT, & Keagan Norris, LMT

*Yoga class passes will not cover the cost of this workshop. Registration requires separate payment.

Meditation for Beginners Series
2024-03-03 13:00 - 2024-03-24 14:00 | Vital Touch Wellness Yoga Studio, 176 Park Rd, Downingtown, PA, 19335, United States
In this class designed for beginners, you can ask questions, get real-time feedback, and learn from an experienced teacher. Join Mary Kate McGetrick as she guides you through starting your own meditation practice.

In this class you will:

Build a basic foundation of mindfulness meditation.
Develop a kinder relationship with yourself as you learn how to compassionately observe your thoughts and feelings.
Discover your inner witness.
Explore techniques for practicing mindfulness during meditation and in everyday life.
Enjoy plenty of time to get curious and ask questions.

Your teacher will begin each class discussing the how-tos of meditation and its benefits. Then she’ll guide you through trying it for yourself. Each week Mary Kate will introduce a different form of mindfulness meditation, such as focusing on your breath, walking meditation, and loving-kindness meditation. Every class will include plenty of time for questions and discussion.

At the end of four weeks, you’ll be more confident and inspired to continue enjoying the benefits of meditation with your own practice at home!
Your four weeks will include:
• Four weekly one-hour classes open only to Beginners Meditation participants
• Support from your teacher in between classes, including handouts and links to more information.
• The use of blankets and cushions in our studio so you can explore seating options
Learn meditation in this supportive and enlightening series.

REGISTER FOR MEDITATION FOR BEGINNERS

$87

Runs 1:00-2:00 p.m. every Sunday, March 3 through March 24.
Class size is limited to ensure individualized attention, so register soon to reserve your spot.
*Yoga passes do not include registration for this offering. This special series is priced separately.

Spring Singing Bowl Soundbath with Restorative Yoga
2024-04-07 16:00 - 17:30 | Vital Touch Wellness Yoga Studio, 176 Park Rd, Downingtown, PA, 19335, United States
Spring Singing Bowl Soundbath with Mary Kate McGetrick
Sunday, April 7, 4-5:30

Join us for this one-of-a-kind, deeply relaxing experience. Yoga teacher and professional singer Mary Kate McGetrick leads you through a sound healing journey with guided meditation and restorative yoga poses. Accompanied by the ethereal tones of quartz crystal bowls and sacred chanting, Mary Kate will help you to deeply relax and rejuvenate as we prepare for the advent of spring.
Traditionally a time of renewal and transformation, spring is the perfect time to pause, connect to yourself and take in the budding vitality of the season.
Absolutely no yoga experience required. Restorative yoga is extremely gentle and passive and appropriate for all bodies.

REGISTER FOR SOUNDBATH

Registration is $45. This is a special event class and our yoga passes do not include registration for this class.

Beginners Yoga 6-Week Series - Monday Evening Option
2024-04-08 18:45 - 2024-05-13 20:00 | Vital Touch Wellness Yoga Studio, 176 Park Rd, Downingtown, PA, 19335, United States
Join us for our Spring Beginners Yoga Series! Start the season with the intention of taking care of you.
Monday evenings, 6:45 – 8 p.m., April 8 – May 13
(For Tuesday morning option, return to workshop schedule and go to April 9)
CURIOUS about Yoga but …?
…Worried you’ll be the only newbie in a class of super advanced students?
…Nervous about doing it wrong and hurting yourself?
…Wish you could take a class where you were free to ask questions about what’s going on and why things are done?
Learn yoga in a supportive, positive environment for beginners only!
In this class for beginners only, you can ask questions, get real-time feedback, and learn from one of our most experienced teachers. Join Lisa McBride, RYT, as she breaks down a full yoga class, teaches relaxation techniques, and explains the nuts and bolts of each pose.
In this six week yoga series, you can expect:

Become confident moving your body through a sequence of traditional yoga poses broken down into easy-to-learn steps.
Enjoy plenty of time to ask questions and get advice from your teacher during class.
Learn proper alignment and how to modify particular poses so they are safe and effective for your individual body type.
Understand the importance of mindfulness and learn relaxation techniques that will enhance your practice as well as your everyday life.
Experience the benefits of weekly yoga like decreased stress, improved mood, more energy, and a stronger, looser body.
Have fun with a small group of other students who are new to yoga!!

After six weeks, you’ll feel inspired, empowered and prepared to join a more challenging class as a seasoned yoga student!
Monday evenings, 6:45-8 p.m., April 8-May 13
(For Tuesday morning option, return to workshop schedule and go to April 9)
$167 – Sign up before March 29 and get a FREE yoga mat!*
REGISTER FOR BEGINNERS SERIES
In our Beginners Series, you’ll receive individualized attention and reap the many benefits of a yoga practice, such as:

Feel calmer and more focused in your mind.
Lower blood pressure and decrease stress.
Experience looser muscles and ease of motion in your joints.
Get stronger and improve your balance.
Uplift your mood and have more energy.
Experience less aches and pains in your body.
Improve your posture and protect your spine, bones, and joints.

Your six-weeks will include:
Six weekly 75-minute classes open only to Beginners Series students.
Handouts and videos from your teacher so you can practice in between classes.
A FREE yoga mat when you register before March 29.
Learn with students who are new to yoga just like you! Class size is limited to ensure individualized attention, so register soon to reserve your spot.
$167 – Sign up before March 29 and get a FREE yoga mat*
REGISTER FOR BEGINNERS SERIES
*You’ll receive your new yoga mat at the first class. Registration reserves your spot in all six classes. If you are unable to attend one or more classes, you will not be refunded for them.
Lisa McBride is an Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher with over 200 hours of training. With over 1000 hours of teaching experience, Lisa loves to grow and learn with and from her students. Her mission is to provide a class that is open to a wide variety of levels, and she is ready to meet you wherever you are in your yoga practice. As a teacher, she is passionate about creating a welcoming community that supports her students to simply breathe and listen to their bodies.
Lisa’s personal yoga practice has reduced her stress and the therapeutic benefits from it continue to have a huge impact on her life. She teaches to share this with you. Finding a balance between strength and flexibility with proper alignment all in a noncompetitive environment allows Lisa’s students to progress through their journey safely.

Beginner Yoga 6-Week Series - Tuesday morning option
2024-04-09 10:15 - 2024-05-14 11:30 | Vital Touch Wellness Yoga Studio, 176 Park Rd, Downingtown, PA, 19335, United States
Join us for our Spring Beginners Yoga Series! Start the season with the intention of taking care of you.
Tuesday mornings, 10:15-11:30, April 9 – May 14
(For Monday evening option, return to workshop schedule and go to April 8)

CURIOUS about Yoga but …?
…Worried you’ll be the only newbie in a class of super advanced students?
…Nervous about doing it wrong and hurting yourself?
…Wish you could take a class where you were free to ask questions about what’s going on and why things are done?

Learn yoga in a supportive, positive environment for beginners only!
In this class for beginners only, you can ask questions, get real-time feedback, and learn from one of our most experienced teachers. Join Lisa McBride, RYT, as she breaks down a full yoga class, teaches relaxation techniques, and explains the nuts and bolts of each pose.

In this six week yoga series, you can expect:

Become confident moving your body through a sequence of traditional yoga poses broken down into easy-to-learn steps.
Enjoy plenty of time to ask questions and get advice from your teacher during class.
Learn proper alignment and how to modify particular poses so they are safe and effective for your individual body type.
Understand the importance of mindfulness and learn relaxation techniques that will enhance your practice as well as your everyday life.

Experience the benefits of weekly yoga like decreased stress, improved mood, more energy, and a stronger, looser body.
Have fun with a small group of other students who are new to yoga!!

After six weeks, you’ll feel inspired, empowered and prepared to join a more challenging class as a seasoned yoga student!

Tuesday mornings, 10:15-11:30, April 9 – May 14
(For Monday evening option, return to workshop schedule and go to April 8)
$167 – Sign up before March 29 and get a FREE yoga mat!*

REGISTER FOR BEGINNERS SERIES

In our Beginners Series, you’ll receive individualized attention and reap the many benefits of a yoga practice, such as:

Feel calmer and more focused in your mind.
Lower blood pressure and decrease stress.
Experience looser muscles and ease of motion in your joints.
Get stronger and improve your balance.
Uplift your mood and have more energy.
Experience less aches and pains in your body.
Improve your posture and protect your spine, bones, and joints.

Your six-weeks will include:

Six weekly 75-minute classes open only to Beginners Series students.
Handouts and videos from your teacher so you can practice in between classes.
A FREE yoga mat when you register before March 29.

Learn with students who are new to yoga just like you! Class size is limited to ensure individualized attention, so register soon to reserve your spot.
$167 – Sign up before March 29 and get a FREE yoga mat*

REGISTER FOR BEGINNERS SERIES
*You’ll receive your new yoga mat at the first class. Registration reserves your spot in all six classes. If you are unable to attend one or more classes, you will not be refunded for them.

Lisa McBride is an Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher with over 200 hours of training. With over 1000 hours of teaching experience, Lisa loves to grow and learn with and from her students. Her mission is to provide a class that is open to a wide variety of levels, and she is ready to meet you wherever you are in your yoga practice. As a teacher, she is passionate about creating a welcoming community that supports her students to simply breathe and listen to their bodies.
Lisa’s personal yoga practice has reduced her stress and the therapeutic benefits from it continue to have a huge impact on her life. She teaches to share this with you. Finding a balance between strength and flexibility with proper alignment all in a noncompetitive environment allows Lisa’s students to progress through their journey safely.

Menopause Empowerment: Holistic Strategies for a Vibrant Life
2024-04-20 10:30 - 2024-05-04 12:00 | Vital Touch Wellness Yoga Studio, 176 Park Rd, Downingtown, PA, 19335, United States
Are you ready to embrace the transformative journey of menopause with confidence and grace?
Join us for a comprehensive 3-week series designed specifically to empower women navigating the unique hormonal shifts of perimenopause and menopause.

The key to feeling healthy and vibrant during this transition lies in balancing hormones. Each week, instructor Kim Petry will delve into key topics essential for hormone balance, including gut health, inflammation, nutrition for hormonal support, and optimizing sleep. Through a blend of research-based discussions, gentle yoga classes tailored for menopausal women, and supportive group interactions, you’ll gain practical insights and actionable strategies to thrive during this life transition.
In our Menopause Empowerment Series, you will:

Discover new and natural ways to support your body and manage stress.
Understand the vital connection between gut health and hormonal balance, and explore strategies to support your microbiome.
Learn how to identify and reduce inflammation through dietary choices.
Identify foods that nourish and balance hormones, as well as ones to limit or avoid.
Gain insights into optimizing sleep quality and duration for hormonal balance.
Feel supported as you connect to other women who may share similar struggles.
Experience a calming and revitalizing yoga practice in every class customized for menopause support.

Throughout the series, you’ll receive evidence-based knowledge and practical tools that you can immediately implement into your daily life, empowering you to navigate menopause with resilience and vitality. Whether you’re seeking relief from bothersome symptoms or aiming to optimize your overall health and well-being during this transformative phase of life, Menopause Empowerment offers a supportive space for growth, exploration, and empowerment.

3-Week series for $97
Saturdays from 10:30 a.m.-noon, April 20-May 4

REGISTER FOR MENOPAUSE EMPOWERMENT

Embrace the wisdom of menopause and embark on a journey of self-discovery and transformation. Join us as we cultivate hormonal harmony and vitality together!
Kim Petry is a yoga teacher, personal trainer, and women’s holistic hormone consultant. She graduated with a degree in exercise science and started studying holistic health to support her own health journey. With over 12 years of experience teaching classes of all types, Kim loves helping people to feel their absolute best and have compassion for their body along the journey.

Blossoms and Bliss - Mother's Day Yoga, Meditation, and Planting in the Camphill Soltane Greenhouse
2024-05-12 11:00 - 12:30 | Camphill Soltane, 224 Nantmeal Rd, Glenmoore, PA, 19343, United States
Join us in a Mother’s Day experience like no other.

Immerse yourself in a tranquil oasis with yoga and guided meditation… held in the serene embrace of a lush greenhouse.

Join us for this one-of-a-kind experience co-led by mother/daughter yoga teachers Alyssa and Lisa Scarborough! Begin being led in a gentle yoga flow to help you stretch, center, and release stress and tension in your body. Then let your mind float away with a calming guided meditation. Throughout the class, the soothing sounds of nature and the gentle glow of living plants will envelop you in peace and serenity.

After finding your inner balance, channel your creativity as you pot your own plant to take home! A beautiful symbol of nurturing and connection with nature. As Camphill Soltane’s Greenhouse director, Alyssa will provide guidance on plant care and offer tips for creating a thriving green space at home.
Whether you’re celebrating with your mother, hanging out with cherished friends, or giving yourself a special day of self-care, this unique experience will create lasting memories and deepen your connection to others and the natural world. Join us for an unforgettable celebration of nurturing amidst the vibrant beauty of the greenhouse.
$50 registration fee includes 90-minute class plus succulent plant of your choice, pot and soil.*

REGISTER FOR MOTHER’S DAY YOGA IN THE GREENHOUSE

The Camphill Soltane greenhouse is located just 4 miles north of our studio at 224 Nantmeal Rd, Glenmoore PA. Once you arrive at the campus, follow signs for parking.

What is Camphill Soltane?
Truly a local hidden gem, Camphill Soltane provides opportunities for education, healing, relationship building, and meaningful, fulfilling engagement and work for people with neurological and intellectual differences, their families and supporters. We provide healing supports through music, movement, and art therapies, nature immersion, and offer paid employment and volunteer opportunities to adults with intellectual differences in Chester County, PA.

*Registration required. Yoga passes do not apply to this class.

YogaMassage Relax & Restore Experience
2024-05-19 16:00 - 17:30 | Vital Touch Wellness Yoga Studio, 176 Park Rd, Downingtown, PA, 19335, United States
A match made in heaven! Experience the deep relaxation of restorative yoga enhanced with healing effects of professional massage.

Restorative yoga is all about healing the mind and body. You’ll be completely supported in very gentle stretches with blankets and bolsters. As your body relaxes into these supports, it can release deep layers of pain and tension in tight connective tissue throughout your back, hips, shoulders and neck.

Therapeutic massage deepens your experience of release and letting go. Therapists will visit each student throughout the class, using gentle, firm pressure to relax your muscles and still your mind. At the end, each student will get the equivalent of a full-body massage. You’ll feel rested, rejuvenated, looser and lighter.

No yoga experience necessary. All you need to do is nestle into our blankets and bolsters while our therapists gently massage away your tension and worry.

This class is for all levels and is perfect for people with chronic pain or people who need to relax and tune out the busy-ness of life.

REGISTER FOR YOGAMASSAGE

Reset your tired mind and restore your stiff, achy body.
Join us for this powerful experience.

Co-led by Jessica Bertoncini, LMT, RYT, & Keagan Norris, LMT

*Yoga class passes will not cover the cost of this workshop. Registration requires separate payment.

Sunflower Yoga
2024-09-12 18:45 - 2024-09-14 12:00 | Gunther Sunflower Field, 160 Park Rd, Downingtown, PA, 19335, United States
SUNFLOWER YOGASunset in the Sunflowers – Thursday, September 12, 6:45 p.m.
Morning Classes – Saturday, September 14, at 9:00 and 11:00 a.m.
There is nothing quite like practicing yoga under the open sky as you feel the earth beneath your feet and inhale the fresh air and scent of flowers.
We’re so excited to announce that the Gunther Sunflower Field next to our studio is back, and the sunflowers will be shining their happy faces once again! We offered yoga classes in the sunflower field for the first time two years ago, and the response was fantastic.
Now is your chance to experience the benefits of yoga while basking in the beauty of these happy giants.
Feel grounded, uplifted, and connected to yourself and the earth as you’re guided by one of our experienced teachers in the presence of the flowers. Leave rejuvenated, restored, and supremely relaxed.
Class Times: *

Thursday, September 12, 6:45 p.m. w/Amanda (Sunset Class!)
Saturday, September 14, 9:00 a.m. w/Alyssa
Saturday, September 14, 11:00 a.m. w/Amanda

Our Sunflower Yoga Classes are suitable for ALL levels.
$30 donation benefits the Believe and Achieve Foundation

REGISTER – THURSDAY SUNSET CLASSREGISTER – SATURDAY CLASSES
Best of all, proceeds will benefit Believe and Achieve, which provides basic needs and empowering programs for local children and families. Most recently, Believe and Achieve are running the “B&A Boost” program, a partnership with area school districts and community youth organizations to enhance their summer programming and provide scholarship opportunities, experiential learning, enrichment activities, field trips, and nutritional support.
The Gunther Sunflower Field is located just next to our studio, at 160 Park Rd.
Celebrate summer and join us for this one-of-a-kind experience in the sunshine!
*RAIN DATES for these classes will be Thursday, Sept. 19 and Saturday, Sept. 21. If your class is rescheduled due to rain and you are unable to make the rain date, you will be refunded your payment, or you may choose to have us donate your payment to Believe and Achieve.
*Please bring your own yoga mat. We have mats available for purchase in our studio.

Fall Singing Bowl Soundbath with Restorative Yoga
2024-09-22 18:00 - 19:30 | Vital Touch Wellness Yoga Studio, 176 Park Rd, Downingtown, PA, 19335, United States
Fall Singing Bowl Soundbath with Mary Kate McGetrick, MEd, RYT
Sunday, September 22, 6-7:30 p.m.

Immerse yourself in a bath of sacred sound.
Join Mary Kate McGetrick, MEd, RYT, for a sound healing journey as she leads you through a practice of guided meditation and restorative yoga poses. Accompanied by quartz crystal bowls and sacred chanting, Mary Kate will help you to deeply relax and restore as we prepare for Fall.

The fall season starts with the Autumn Equinox, a turning point that marks the beginning of longer nights and shorter days. It’s the perfect time to pause in the transition from the active energy of summer to the reflective energy of our cooler, darker seasons. Take time to slow down, rest and connect to yourself as you soak in the celestial vibrations in this special offering.
Absolutely no yoga experience required. Restorative yoga is extremely gentle and passive and appropriate for all bodies.

Mary Kate McGetrick, RYT, is a registered yoga teacher and professional singer. Her gentle guidance, calming presence, and clear voice lend a healing quality to her teaching.

REGISTER FOR SOUNDBATH

Registration is $45. This is a special event class and our yoga passes do not include registration for this class.

Beginners Yoga 6-Week Series - Monday Evening Option
2024-10-07 18:45 - 2024-11-11 20:00 | Vital Touch Wellness Yoga Studio, 176 Park Rd, Downingtown, PA, 19335, United States
Join us for our Spring Beginners Yoga Series! Start the season with the intention of taking care of you.
Monday evenings, 6:45 – 8 p.m., October 7-November 11
(For Tuesday morning option, return to workshop schedule and go to October 8)

CURIOUS about Yoga but …?
…Worried you’ll be the only newbie in a class of super advanced students?
…Nervous about doing it wrong and hurting yourself?
…Wish you could take a class where you were free to ask questions about what’s going on and why things are done?
Learn yoga in a supportive, positive environment for beginners only!
In this class for beginners only, you can ask questions, get real-time feedback, and learn from one of our most experienced teachers. Join Lisa McBride, RYT, as she breaks down a full yoga class, teaches relaxation techniques, and explains the nuts and bolts of each pose.

In this six week yoga series, you can expect:

Become confident moving your body through a sequence of traditional yoga poses broken down into easy-to-learn steps.
Enjoy plenty of time to ask questions and get advice from your teacher during class.
Learn proper alignment and how to modify particular poses so they are safe and effective for your individual body type.
Understand the importance of mindfulness and learn relaxation techniques that will enhance your practice as well as your everyday life.
Experience the benefits of weekly yoga like decreased stress, improved mood, more energy, and a stronger, looser body.
Have fun with a small group of other students who are new to yoga!!

After six weeks, you’ll feel inspired, empowered and prepared to join a more challenging class as a seasoned yoga student!

Monday evenings, 6:45-8 p.m., October 7-November 11
(For Tuesday morning option, return to workshop schedule and go to October 8)
$167 – Sign up before September 20 and get a FREE yoga mat!*
REGISTER FOR BEGINNERS SERIES

In our Beginners Series, you’ll receive individualized attention and reap the many benefits of a yoga practice, such as:

Feel calmer and more focused in your mind.
Lower blood pressure and decrease stress.
Experience looser muscles and ease of motion in your joints.
Get stronger and improve your balance.
Uplift your mood and have more energy.
Experience less aches and pains in your body.
Improve your posture and protect your spine, bones, and joints.

Your six-weeks will include:
Six weekly 75-minute classes open only to Beginners Series students.
Handouts and videos from your teacher so you can practice in between classes.
A FREE yoga mat when you register on or before September 20.
Learn with students who are new to yoga just like you! Class size is limited to ensure individualized attention, so register soon to reserve your spot.
$167 – Sign up before September 20 and get a FREE yoga mat*
REGISTER FOR BEGINNERS SERIES

*You’ll receive your new yoga mat at the first class. Registration reserves your spot in all six classes. If you are unable to attend one or more classes, you will not be refunded for them.
Lisa McBride is an Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher with over 200 hours of training. With over 1000 hours of teaching experience, Lisa loves to grow and learn with and from her students. Her mission is to provide a class that is open to a wide variety of levels, and she is ready to meet you wherever you are in your yoga practice. As a teacher, she is passionate about creating a welcoming community that supports her students to simply breathe and listen to their bodies.
Lisa’s personal yoga practice has reduced her stress and the therapeutic benefits from it continue to have a huge impact on her life. She teaches to share this with you. Finding a balance between strength and flexibility with proper alignment all in a noncompetitive environment allows Lisa’s students to progress through their journey safely.

Beginner Yoga 6-Week Series - Tuesday morning option
2024-10-08 10:15 - 2024-11-12 11:30 | Vital Touch Wellness Yoga Studio, 176 Park Rd, Downingtown, PA, 19335, United States
Join us for our Spring Beginners Yoga Series! Start the season with the intention of taking care of you.
Tuesday mornings, 10:15-11:30, October 8-November 12
(For Monday evening option, return to workshop schedule and go to October 7)

CURIOUS about Yoga but …?
…Worried you’ll be the only newbie in a class of super advanced students?
…Nervous about doing it wrong and hurting yourself?
…Wish you could take a class where you were free to ask questions about what’s going on and why things are done?

Learn yoga in a supportive, positive environment for beginners only!
In this class for beginners only, you can ask questions, get real-time feedback, and learn from one of our most experienced teachers. Join Lisa McBride, RYT, as she breaks down a full yoga class, teaches relaxation techniques, and explains the nuts and bolts of each pose.

In this six week yoga series, you can expect:

Become confident moving your body through a sequence of traditional yoga poses broken down into easy-to-learn steps.
Enjoy plenty of time to ask questions and get advice from your teacher during class.
Learn proper alignment and how to modify particular poses so they are safe and effective for your individual body type.
Understand the importance of mindfulness and learn relaxation techniques that will enhance your practice as well as your everyday life.

Experience the benefits of weekly yoga like decreased stress, improved mood, more energy, and a stronger, looser body.
Have fun with a small group of other students who are new to yoga!!

After six weeks, you’ll feel inspired, empowered and prepared to join a more challenging class as a seasoned yoga student!

Tuesday mornings, 10:15-11:30, October 8-November 12
(For Monday evening option, return to workshop schedule and go to October 7)
$167 – Sign up on or before September 20 and get a FREE yoga mat!*

REGISTER FOR BEGINNERS SERIES

In our Beginners Series, you’ll receive individualized attention and reap the many benefits of a yoga practice, such as:

Feel calmer and more focused in your mind.
Lower blood pressure and decrease stress.
Experience looser muscles and ease of motion in your joints.
Get stronger and improve your balance.
Uplift your mood and have more energy.
Experience less aches and pains in your body.
Improve your posture and protect your spine, bones, and joints.

Your six-weeks will include:

Six weekly 75-minute classes open only to Beginners Series students.
Handouts and videos from your teacher so you can practice in between classes.
A FREE yoga mat when you register before September 20.

Learn with students who are new to yoga just like you! Class size is limited to ensure individualized attention, so register soon to reserve your spot.
$167 – Sign up on or before September 20 and get a FREE yoga mat*

REGISTER FOR BEGINNERS SERIES
*You’ll receive your new yoga mat at the first class. Registration reserves your spot in all six classes. If you are unable to attend one or more classes, you will not be refunded for them.

Lisa McBride is an Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher with over 200 hours of training. With over 1000 hours of teaching experience, Lisa loves to grow and learn with and from her students. Her mission is to provide a class that is open to a wide variety of levels, and she is ready to meet you wherever you are in your yoga practice. As a teacher, she is passionate about creating a welcoming community that supports her students to simply breathe and listen to their bodies.
Lisa’s personal yoga practice has reduced her stress and the therapeutic benefits from it continue to have a huge impact on her life. She teaches to share this with you. Finding a balance between strength and flexibility with proper alignment all in a noncompetitive environment allows Lisa’s students to progress through their journey safely.

Vibrant Aging with Ayurveda - Support Energy, Balance & Healing in Midlife & Beyond
2024-10-12 10:30 - 12:00 | Vital Touch Wellness Yoga Studio, 176 Park Rd, Downingtown, PA, 19335, United States
Unlock the secrets to healthy aging with the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda. This transformative workshop delves into holistic practices and principles designed to promote longevity, vitality, and overall well-being. Discover how to support your aging body and mind through personalized dietary guidelines, herbal remedies, and lifestyle adjustments.

What You’ll Learn:

Understanding Doshas: Identify your unique body type and how it influences your aging process.

Diet and Nutrition: Explore Ayurvedic dietary practices that nourish your body type and promote cellular rejuvenation.

Herbal Remedies: Learn about powerful herbs and natural supplements that support healthy aging.

Daily Routines: Discover simple yet effective routines to enhance your energy and vitality.

Mind-Body Connection: Practice potent techniques for reducing stress and improving mental clarity.

Why Attend?

You’re in your 40’s, 50’s, 60’s, 70’s or 80’s and you want to gain practical knowledge to improve your health and longevity.
You’re looking for a personalized approach to aging that respects your unique constitution.
You’re ready to enjoy healthy snacks and refreshments.
You want to learn from an experienced Ayurvedic practitioner.
You’d like to connect with like-minded individuals on a journey towards vibrant aging.

Join us for this enriching experience and take the first step towards a more healthy and balanced life.

Reserve your spot today and embark on the path to vibrant aging with Ayurveda!

REGISTER FOR WORKSHOP

Lisa Scarborough is a certified Ayurvedic medical practitioner and a founding member of the Pennsylvania Ayurvedic Medical Association. She has 40 years of experience in the health and beauty industry, as well as 5 years of clinical experience. She’s worked with hundreds of people, transforming lives through holistic healing practices.

What is Ayurveda?

Ayurveda, is a holistic system of natural medicine that originated in India more than 3,000 years ago. The term “Ayurveda” is derived from the Sanskrit words “Ayur” (life) and “Veda” (science or knowledge). It’s main focus is to bring about whole-body health and well-being through balance.

Central to Ayurvedic philosophy is the concept of the three doshas—Vata (air), Pitta (fire), and Kapha (earth)—which represent different energies within the body. Everybody has a unique combination of each of these elements, and Ayurveda aims to return them to balance by incorporating diet, lifestyle and herbal remedies along with compassionate support of the mind and spirit to prevent illness and promote healing.

Shake Your Soul Happy Hour - A Mindful, Soulful Class To Shake Off Stress & Connect With Your Inner Dancer
2024-11-08 17:30 - 18:45, 2025-03-14 17:30 - 18:45 | Vital Touch Wellness Yoga Studio, 176 Park Rd, Downingtown, PA, 19335, United States
What does it mean to dance with soul? It’s hard to explain, but you know it when it happens! Shake Your Soul is a mindful and soulful dance experience set to the rhythms of world music. In Shake Your Soul, you’ll strengthen the mind-body connection as you move with a sense of grace, presence, joy, sensuality, fluid strength, and freedom.
Shake Your Soul is a unique blend of:

Contemplative and mindful movement (through elements of qigong and yoga)
Fluid and dynamic dance expression
Creative explorations that deepen your connection to yourself and to others

In this 75-minute class, you will:
Relax and center with gentle stretching. Jen opens class with mindful stretching and yoga to warm up your muscles, release tension, and awaken your energy.
Come alive with mindful movement and dance. After warming up, Jen guides you through a dynamic range of fun and soulful movements that open you to your fluid nature, inspired by the rhythms of world music.
Release tension and cultivate joy. Dancing in concert with your fluid and spiritual natures makes Shake Your Soul a truly unique movement and wellness experience. As you “try on” different dances, you can access new ways of moving that help you to get unstuck and feel more free, uninhibited and alive.
Foster a kinder, loving connection to yourself and your body. Shake Your Soul is not about how you look, but about how you FEEL. When you flow with the music and connect to the sensations of the present moment, you can get out of you head and drop into the pure joy of moving.
Enjoy a sense of community and connection. Jen guides the class in playful movement to inspire intuition, creative expression, and a safe and soulful connection to others.
Ground in your center with Qigong. Jen brings the class to a close with simple Qigong to slow down, breathe, and ground the charge of aliveness and energy that was cultivated through the dance.

Why Shake Your Soul?
Our bodies were designed to move and dance!
When you dance, you:

Release tension and stress.
Improve confidence and boost your mood.
Stimulate your brain-body connection and foster cognition.
Physically process stuck emotions.
Strengthen core muscles.
Increase energy.
Connect with others, experiencing community and support.
Maintain a healthy, happy heart.

REGISTER FOR SHAKE YOUR SOUL

Join us for this one-of-a-kind, immersive experience to shake off stress, have fun, and deepen your connection to the natural dancer within.

Jen McLamb, LMT, RSMT, is a somatic therapist, massage therapist and certified Shake Your Soul instructor. As a somatic therapist, Jen helps her clients build a kinder, more compassionate relationship with themselves and with their bodies. She teaches to share her love of dance with others and the way dancing gets her out of her head and into the freedom of the moment. Jen has studied dance, meditation, and yoga for over 20 years.

YogaMassage Relax & Restore Experience
2024-11-17 16:00 - 17:30 | Vital Touch Wellness Yoga Studio, 176 Park Rd, Downingtown, PA, 19335, United States
A match made in heaven! Experience the deep relaxation of restorative yoga enhanced with healing effects of professional massage.

Restorative yoga is all about healing the mind and body. You’ll be completely supported in very gentle stretches with blankets and bolsters. As your body relaxes into these supports, it can release deep layers of pain and tension in tight connective tissue throughout your back, hips, shoulders and neck.

Therapeutic massage deepens your experience of release and letting go. Therapists will visit each student throughout the class, using gentle, firm pressure to relax your muscles and still your mind. At the end, each student will get the equivalent of a full-body massage. You’ll feel rested, rejuvenated, looser and lighter.

No yoga experience necessary. All you need to do is nestle into our blankets and bolsters while our therapists gently massage away your tension and worry.

This class is for all levels and is perfect for people with chronic pain or people who need to relax and tune out the busy-ness of life.

REGISTER FOR YOGAMASSAGE

Reset your tired mind and restore your stiff, achy body.
Join us for this powerful experience.

Co-led by Jessica Bertoncini, LMT, RYT, & Kelly Weber, LMT

*Yoga class passes will not cover the cost of this workshop. Registration requires separate payment.

Yoga Nidra Happy Hour! For Deep Rest and Holiday Stress Resilience
2024-12-13 17:30 - 18:30 | Vital Touch Wellness Yoga Studio, 176 Park Rd, Downingtown, PA, 19335, United States
Yoga Nidra w/Jess Bertoncini, RYT
Friday, December 13, 5:30-6:30p.m.Do you have trouble sleeping?
Does your mind race and keep you from feeling calm and focused?
Do you long for deep peace and tranquility this holiday season?

Feel as relaxed, refreshed, and rejuvenated as if you got the best sleep of your life.
Imagine spending a whole hour marinating in a deep, magical state of consciousness between wakefulness and sleep. Yoga Nidra, or “yogic sleep,” is an immensely powerful relaxation technique that refreshes and restores the whole body, mind, and spirit. This guided meditation is designed to help you let go of physical tension and worry as you tap into a state of deep, conscious stillness where you feel completely and utterly at peace.

“Better than sleep.”
An hour of Yoga Nidra is said to be the equivalent to 3-4 hours of quality sleep.* While you won’t actually be sleeping in this class, your mind will become more relaxed until it slowly sinks into a delta state, which occurs in your deepest state of sleep. Think of it as your body and mind being completely relaxed and asleep while your consciousness remains awake.

Yoga without the yoga.
If you don’t like the idea of moving and holding yoga poses, this class is perfect for you. There are no poses or movements in Yoga Nidra. During this class, all you have to do is lie down and relax, comfortably supported by blankets and bolsters. Then let the magic happen as you allow your mind to follow Jess’s guidance through breathing, body awareness, and imagery.

Let your worries float away as your mind and body marinate in a deep state of relaxed consciousness.
Give yourself the gift of deep rest and relaxation during the busy holiday season. Join us for this one-of-a-kind experience at Vital Touch Wellness.
Register for Yoga NidraOpen to ALL levels and abilities. No yoga experience required.
Space is limited, so secure your spot today!
How will you feel after Yoga Nidra?

Significantly reduce the physical and cognitive symptoms of anxiety and stress.*
Experience all the benefits of deep, quality sleep. *

Boost energy and focus. *
Enhance feelings of positive well-being. *
Feel more connected to yourself, your spirit, and the present moment.

Jess Bertoncini, RYT-200, has been teaching yoga for 9 years. As a teacher, Jess cultivates a safe and open space for explorative, inspired, and intelligent movement. Her classes provide a place to connect intimately within a community and to oneself.

Solstice Singing Bowl Soundbath with Restorative Yoga
2024-12-22 15:00 - 16:30 | Vital Touch Wellness Yoga Studio, 176 Park Rd, Downingtown, PA, 19335, United States
Immerse yourself in a sacred bath of sound.
Join us for this one-of-a-kind, deeply relaxing experience. Yoga teacher and professional singer Mary Kate McGetrick leads you through a sound healing journey with guided meditation and restorative yoga poses. Accompanied by the ethereal tones of quartz crystal bowls and sacred chanting, Mary Kate will help you to deeply relax and rejuvenate as we prepare for the Winter Solstice.
The winter solstice falls on Saturday, December 21, and marks the longest night of the year. Traditionally a time of stillness, renewal and self-reflection, this is the perfect time to pause, connect to yourself and take in the peace of the season.
Absolutely no yoga experience required. Restorative yoga is extremely gentle and passive and appropriate for all bodies.
Give yourself the gift of rest and healing this holiday season. This is one of our most popular offerings. Space is limited so register today to reserve your spot.

What are singing bowls?
Singing bowls are metal or crystal bowls that create clear tones by striking and circling them with a mallet. It is thought that the vibration created by these tones can soothe the mind and relax the body.
Mary Kate McGetrick is a Yoga Teacher with 500 hours of training as well as a professional musician and singer. She has performed at venues throughout the area. Mary Kate’s mission as a teacher is to help serve and inspire others to awaken in their own process of self-discovery. Her teaching incorporates the eight branches of yoga, including mindful movement, breath work, and meditation, all which help students to nourish and connect with their sacred home within.

Register

New Year's Day Yoga, Meditation & Massage - Building a Foundation of Peace & Self-Compassion for 2025
2025-01-01 10:30 - 12:00 | Vital Touch Wellness Yoga Studio, 176 Park Rd, Downingtown, PA, 19335, United States
Build a Foundation of Peace & Self-Compassion for the New Year
Wednesday, January 1, 10:30 a.m. – noon
w/ Jess Bertoncini & Natalie Bishar.

How do you want to experience the transition to a new year? Are you longing for a connection to yourself and the moment that offers more meaning than a past-your-bedtime party?

As the holiday season winds down and the end of the year approaches, you may find yourself feeling rundown or depleted. You may be reflecting on the events and experiences of 2024, as well as wondering what 2025 will bring. Mark this magic moment between past and future by recharging and inviting joy, meaning, and self-care to your new year.

This 3-part workshop incorporates yoga, meditation, music and massage to bring meaning, self-reflection, and joy to your New Year.

Part 1 – Yoga teacher Jess Bertoncini as she leads you through a gentle and rejuvenating flow designed to open awareness in the body, calm the mind, and set the stage for a fresh start. This all-levels yoga session will help you release what no longer serves you, leaving space for new intentions and energy to flow.

Part 2 – Teacher and instrumentalist Natalie Bishar will guide you in a reflective meditation accompanied by the healing music of song and harmonium. The musical vibrations will provide a path to connect to your inner strength and align your heart to its deepest desires into the year ahead.

Part 3 – You’ll relax in a long, tranquil Savasana while Jess and Natalie treat you to a blissful mini massage.

Part 4 (optional) – Coalesce our time together with a simple fire ritual, a symbolic representation of the release of what once was and an invitation for what is to come.

New Year’s Day is the perfect time to reflect and recharge after a busy holiday.
Your body, mind and spirit deserve TLC after the busy holiday season. Begin your year with this special offering and greet 2025 with clarity, intention and self-compassion.

Registration is $50. This is a special event class and our yoga passes do not include registration for this class.
Register

Beginners Yoga 6-Week Series - Monday Evening Option
2025-01-27 18:45 - 2025-03-03 20:00 | Vital Touch Wellness Yoga Studio, 176 Park Rd, Downingtown, PA, 19335, United States
Join us for our New Year’s Beginners Yoga Series! Start the year with the intention of taking care of YOU.
Monday evenings, 6:45 – 8 p.m., January 27-March 3
(For Thursday morning option, return to workshop schedule and go to January 30)

CURIOUS about Yoga but …?
…Worried you’ll be the only newbie in a class of super advanced students?
…Nervous about doing it wrong and hurting yourself?
…Wish you could take a class where you were free to ask questions about what’s going on and why things are done?
Learn yoga in a supportive, positive environment for beginners only!
In this class for beginners only, you can ask questions, get real-time feedback, and learn from one of our most experienced teachers. Join Lisa McBride, RYT, as she breaks down a full yoga class, teaches relaxation techniques, and explains the nuts and bolts of each pose.

In this six week yoga series, you can expect:

Become confident moving your body through a sequence of traditional yoga poses broken down into easy-to-learn steps.
Enjoy plenty of time to ask questions and get advice from your teacher during class.
Learn proper alignment and how to modify particular poses so they are safe and effective for your individual body type.
Understand the importance of mindfulness and learn relaxation techniques that will enhance your practice as well as your everyday life.
Experience the benefits of weekly yoga like decreased stress, improved mood, more energy, and a stronger, looser body.
Have fun with a small group of other students who are new to yoga!!

After six weeks, you’ll feel inspired, empowered and prepared to join a more challenging class as a seasoned yoga student!

Monday evenings, 6:45-8 p.m., January 27-March 3
(For Tuesday morning option, return to workshop schedule and go to January 30)
$167 – Sign up before January 17 and get a FREE yoga mat!*
REGISTER FOR BEGINNERS SERIES

In our Beginners Series, you’ll receive individualized attention and reap the many benefits of a yoga practice, such as:

Feel calmer and more focused in your mind.
Lower blood pressure and decrease stress.
Experience looser muscles and ease of motion in your joints.
Get stronger and improve your balance.
Uplift your mood and have more energy.
Experience less aches and pains in your body.
Improve your posture and protect your spine, bones, and joints.

Your six-weeks will include:
Six weekly 75-minute classes open only to Beginners Series students.
Handouts and videos from your teacher so you can practice in between classes.
A FREE yoga mat when you register on or before September 20.
Learn with students who are new to yoga just like you! Class size is limited to ensure individualized attention, so register soon to reserve your spot.
$167 – Sign up before January 17 and get a FREE yoga mat*
REGISTER FOR BEGINNERS SERIES

*You’ll receive your new yoga mat at the first class. Registration reserves your spot in all six classes. If you are unable to attend one or more classes, you will not be refunded for them.
Lisa McBride is an Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher with over 200 hours of training. With over 1000 hours of teaching experience, Lisa loves to grow and learn with and from her students. Her mission is to provide a class that is open to a wide variety of levels, and she is ready to meet you wherever you are in your yoga practice. As a teacher, she is passionate about creating a welcoming community that supports her students to simply breathe and listen to their bodies.
Lisa’s personal yoga practice has reduced her stress and the therapeutic benefits from it continue to have a huge impact on her life. She teaches to share this with you. Finding a balance between strength and flexibility with proper alignment all in a noncompetitive environment allows Lisa’s students to progress through their journey safely.

Beginner Yoga 6-Week Series - Thursday morning option
2025-01-30 10:15 - 2025-03-06 11:30 | Vital Touch Wellness Yoga Studio, 176 Park Rd, Downingtown, PA, 19335, United States
Join us for our New Year’s Beginners Yoga Series! Start the year with the intention of taking care of YOU.
Thursday mornings, 10:15-11:30, January 30-March 6
(For Monday evening option, return to workshop schedule and go to January 27)

CURIOUS about Yoga but …?
…Worried you’ll be the only newbie in a class of super advanced students?
…Nervous about doing it wrong and hurting yourself?
…Wish you could take a class where you were free to ask questions about what’s going on and why things are done?

Learn yoga in a supportive, positive environment for beginners only!
In this class for beginners only, you can ask questions, get real-time feedback, and learn from one of our most experienced teachers. Join Lisa McBride, RYT, as she breaks down a full yoga class, teaches relaxation techniques, and explains the nuts and bolts of each pose.

In this six week yoga series, you can expect:

Become confident moving your body through a sequence of traditional yoga poses broken down into easy-to-learn steps.
Enjoy plenty of time to ask questions and get advice from your teacher during class.
Learn proper alignment and how to modify particular poses so they are safe and effective for your individual body type.
Understand the importance of mindfulness and learn relaxation techniques that will enhance your practice as well as your everyday life.

Experience the benefits of weekly yoga like decreased stress, improved mood, more energy, and a stronger, looser body.
Have fun with a small group of other students who are new to yoga!!

After six weeks, you’ll feel inspired, empowered and prepared to join a more challenging class as a seasoned yoga student!

Thursday mornings, 10:15-11:30, January 30-March 6
(For Monday evening option, return to workshop schedule and go to January 27)
$167 – Sign up on or before January 17 and get a FREE yoga mat!*

REGISTER FOR BEGINNERS SERIES

In our Beginners Series, you’ll receive individualized attention and reap the many benefits of a yoga practice, such as:

Feel calmer and more focused in your mind.
Lower blood pressure and decrease stress.
Experience looser muscles and ease of motion in your joints.
Get stronger and improve your balance.
Uplift your mood and have more energy.
Experience less aches and pains in your body.
Improve your posture and protect your spine, bones, and joints.

Your six-weeks will include:

Six weekly 75-minute classes open only to Beginners Series students.
Handouts and videos from your teacher so you can practice in between classes.
A FREE yoga mat when you register before September 20.

Learn with students who are new to yoga just like you! Class size is limited to ensure individualized attention, so register soon to reserve your spot.
$167 – Sign up on or before January 17 and get a FREE yoga mat*

REGISTER FOR BEGINNERS SERIES
*You’ll receive your new yoga mat at the first class. Registration reserves your spot in all six classes. If you are unable to attend one or more classes, you will not be refunded for them.

Lisa McBride is an Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher with over 200 hours of training. With over 1000 hours of teaching experience, Lisa loves to grow and learn with and from her students. Her mission is to provide a class that is open to a wide variety of levels, and she is ready to meet you wherever you are in your yoga practice. As a teacher, she is passionate about creating a welcoming community that supports her students to simply breathe and listen to their bodies.
Lisa’s personal yoga practice has reduced her stress and the therapeutic benefits from it continue to have a huge impact on her life. She teaches to share this with you. Finding a balance between strength and flexibility with proper alignment all in a noncompetitive environment allows Lisa’s students to progress through their journey safely.

YogaMassage Relax & Restore Experience
2025-02-02 16:00 - 17:30 | Vital Touch Wellness Yoga Studio, 176 Park Rd, Downingtown, PA, 19335, United States
A match made in heaven! Experience the deep relaxation of restorative yoga enhanced with healing effects of professional massage.

Restorative yoga is all about healing the mind and body. You’ll be completely supported in very gentle stretches with blankets and bolsters. As your body relaxes into these supports, it can release deep layers of pain and tension in tight connective tissue throughout your back, hips, shoulders and neck.

Therapeutic massage deepens your experience of release and letting go. Therapists will visit each student throughout the class, using gentle, firm pressure to relax your muscles and still your mind. At the end, each student will get the equivalent of a full-body massage. You’ll feel rested, rejuvenated, looser and lighter.

No yoga experience necessary. All you need to do is nestle into our blankets and bolsters while our therapists gently massage away your tension and worry.

This class is for all levels and is perfect for people with chronic pain or people who need to relax and tune out the busy-ness of life.

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Reset your tired mind and restore your stiff, achy body.
Join us for this powerful experience.

Co-led by Jessica Bertoncini, LMT, RYT, Marquita Green, LMT & Kelly Weber, LMT

*Yoga class passes will not cover the cost of this workshop. Registration requires separate payment.

Partner Yoga Happy Hour
2025-02-14 17:30 - 18:45 | Vital Touch Wellness Yoga Studio, 176 Park Rd, Downingtown, PA, 19335, United States
Celebrate Valentine’s Day by nurturing playfulness, support and heartful connection with your partner or bestie.

Join teachers Jess Bertoncini and Amanda Daley for this special offering! In Partner Yoga, you and your partner or friend will enjoy assisting each other in safe and simple yoga poses. First, you’ll relax and shake off your stressful week with a guided meditation and gentle yoga to warm up your body. Then the fun begins as you work together with your partner to support each other in new and delightful ways. Couples yoga teaches you to give and receive support as you build trust and communication.

Release stress and worry.
Build trust and communication.
Improve stability and balance.
Cultivate heartful connection.
Have fun!

Partner Yoga isn’t just for romantic partnerships… Bring your bestie for a fun and unique Galentine’s night out!

$97 per couple*
*When you register as a couple, you’ll only be required to enter one name, but your registration will include spots for you and your partner or friend.

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Mindfulness Meditation for Beginners - 4-Week Series
2025-03-02 16:00 - 2025-03-24 17:00 | Vital Touch Wellness Yoga Studio, 176 Park Rd, Downingtown, PA, 19335, United States
Build a foundation of mindfulness meditation that will benefit your everyday life.
In this class designed for beginners, you can ask questions, get real-time feedback, and learn from an experienced teacher. Join Mary Kate McGetrick as she guides you through starting your own meditation practice.

In this class you will:

Explore different forms of mindfulness meditation and how to find the most comfortable position to sit.
Develop a kinder relationship with yourself as you learn how to compassionately observe your thoughts and feelings.
Discover your inner witness.
Enjoy plenty of time to get curious and ask questions.
Experience the many benefits of meditation such as better sleep, more patience, lower blood pressure, and more.
Enjoy the peace and support of practicing in community with likeminded people.

Your teacher will begin each class discussing the how-tos of meditation and its benefits. Then she’ll guide you through trying it for yourself. Each week Mary Kate will introduce a different form of mindfulness meditation, such as focusing on your breath, walking meditation, and loving-kindness meditation. Every class will include plenty of time for questions and discussion.

The benefits of meditation are well documented. Experience your own shifts:

Enjoy better, deeper sleep
Lower your blood pressure
Develop more patience, calm and resilience in the face of stress
Experience greater self-awareness
Nurture a kinder relationship with yourself.

At the end of four weeks, you’ll be more confident and inspired to continue enjoying the benefits of meditation with your own practice at home!
Your four weeks will include:
• Four weekly one-hour classes open only to Beginners Meditation participants
• Support from your teacher in between classes, including handouts and links to more information.
• The use of blankets and cushions in our studio so you can explore seating options
Learn meditation in this supportive and enlightening series.

REGISTER FOR MEDITATION FOR BEGINNERS

$87

Runs 4:00 -5:00 p.m. every Sunday, March 2 through March 23.
Class size is limited to ensure individualized attention, so register soon to reserve your spot.
*Yoga passes do not include registration for this offering. This special series is priced separately.
