June 29, 2025
City Park, Appleton, WI Inspire Rest.
Photo Credit: Ashley Gauthier - From the Ash Tree June 29, 2025
City Park, Appleton, WI Inspire Joy.
Photo Credit: Jayda Niemi Photography June 29, 2025
City Park, Appleton, WI Inspire Breath.
Photo Credit: Laura Kralovetz of Memory Poets

Inspire Yoga.

Our Intention.

The Mandala Yoga Festival is a vibrant, all-day event open to the community, celebrating the diverse expressions of yoga and wellness. This free festival invites participants to explore various styles and disciplines, fostering a spirit of connection and inspiration.

We intend to cultivate a loving energy that unites our community, encouraging everyone to deepen their practice and share their unique gifts. Experience workshops, classes, and activities designed to inspire and uplift, creating a space for growth and transformation. Come be part of the magic—let’s celebrate our shared passion for yoga together!

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Photo Credit: Ashley Gauthier - From the Ash Tree
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Photo Credit: Laura Kralovetz (of Memory Poets)

Inspire Community.

Photo Credit: Jayda Niemi Photography

Inspire Self Trust.

Photo Credit: Ashley Gauthier - From the Ash Tree

Inspire Energy.

Yoga is More than Poses

Yoga is a holistic practice that originated in ancient India, encompassing physical, mental, and spiritual dimensions. Yoga aims to unite the body, mind, and spirit, promoting overall well-being and self-awareness.

The 8 Limbs of Yoga, from Patanjali's Yoga Sutras, outline a holistic approach to yoga. These limbs work together to promote physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.

Yama

Ethical guidelines for social behavior, including principles like non-violence (ahimsa), truthfulness (satya), non-stealing (asteya), moderation (brahmacharya), and non-possessiveness (aparigraha).

Niyama

Personal observances that guide individual behavior, such as cleanliness (saucha), contentment (santosha), self-discipline (tapas), self-study (svadhyaya), and surrender to a higher power (ishvara pranidhana).

Asana

The physical postures or poses that improve strength, flexibility, and overall physical health.

Pranayama

Breath control techniques that regulate the breath to enhance the flow of life force (prana) and promote mental clarity.

Pratyahara

Pratyahara is the withdrawal of the senses, turning inward to focus on the mind and spirit. 

Dharana

Concentration, or the practice of focusing the mind on a single point or object.

Dhyana

Meditation, which involves sustained focus and contemplation, leading to deeper awareness and insight.

Samadhi

The ultimate state of bliss and union with the universal consciousness, where the individual self merges with the greater whole.

Photo Credit: Ashley Gauthier - From the Ash Tree

The Mandala Yoga Festival was a special experience as an instructor. They made sure I knew my contribution mattered, and I was happy to be recognized as a part of the thriving yoga community in Appleton!

FESTIVAL TEACHER AND PARTICIPANT

Absolutely astonishing! It really was a magical day with reconnecting with friends, meeting new yogis and experiencing the amazing energy throughout the day!

FESTIVAL PARTICIPANT

The atmosphere…so many attended, there was a ton of options for classes, great vendors, and a wonderful sense of community.

FESTIVAL PARTICIPANT

Beautiful and welcoming people sharing their love for yoga and community. The layout of the event and the park setting were great.

FESTIVAL PARTICIPANT