Monarch Aerial Arts

Monarch Aerial Arts Monarch Aerial Arts offers aerial silks, lyra and traditional yoga classes for all!

Yoga is more than the shapes we make on the mat. It is a practice that extends into how we move through the world.The Ya...
07/29/2026

Yoga is more than the shapes we make on the mat. It is a practice that extends into how we move through the world.

The Yamas are the first limb of Patanjali’s Eight Limbs of Yoga—five guiding principles that invite us to consider how we relate to ourselves, to others, and to the life around us.

Ahimsa. Satya. Asteya. Brahmacharya. Aparigraha.

Non-violence. Truth. Non-stealing. Wise use of energy. Non-attachment.

Long before we focus on perfecting a posture, yoga asks us to pay attention to how we live. To move through our days with greater awareness, intention, and care.

At Monarch Yoga, the practice goes beyond the poses. 💜

Flow with purpose. Breathe with intention. 🌿Vinyasa is more than a workout, it's a practice of connecting each movement ...
07/28/2026

Flow with purpose. Breathe with intention. 🌿

Vinyasa is more than a workout, it's a practice of connecting each movement to your breath. This mindful flow helps build strength, improve flexibility, enhance balance, support cardiovascular health, and reduce stress, all while bringing you into the present moment.

Whether you're new to yoga or have an established practice, our Vinyasa classes are designed to help you move with intention and leave feeling stronger, calmer, and more connected.

Join us on the mat:
✨ Tuesday: 5:45 AM & 12 PM
✨ Wednesday: 12 PM
✨ Thursday: 5:45 AM

We'd love to welcome you to Monarch Yoga. 💜

⭐Aerialist Spotlight: Clark ⭐Clark joined Monarch Aerial Arts last fall, and we've loved watching his confidence and ski...
07/27/2026

⭐Aerialist Spotlight: Clark ⭐

Clark joined Monarch Aerial Arts last fall, and we've loved watching his confidence and skills soar! His commitment, positive attitude, and willingness to keep learning have helped him make tremendous progress in a short time. He's also an incredible classmate, always encouraging others, celebrating their successes, and bringing great energy to every class. We're so lucky to have him in our Monarch community!

⭐ Favorite move: Knee Tangle
⭐ Favorite silk: Jazzberry
⭐ Favorite apparatus: Moon Lyra
⭐ Favorite aerial memory: The first time doing Magic Knot!
⭐ Aerial goal: Get better at inverts
⭐ Looking forward to: Learning new moves
⭐ Something he wants to try: 'Teacup' move on Lyra

⭐ Anything else?
"Big shout out to my family for supporting me on my aerial journey!"

We're excited to see all that Clark accomplishes next. Keep reaching for new heights—we're cheering you on every step of the way! ⭐

07/27/2026

5 Benefits of a Vinyasa Yoga Practice 🌿

Vinyasa is often recognized for its flowing sequences, but its benefits extend far beyond movement alone. By linking each breath to each pose, Vinyasa creates a practice that strengthens both the body and the mind.

✨ 1. Builds strength
Flowing through poses like planks, lunges, and balances develops functional, full-body strength.

🧘 2. Improves flexibility
Moving consistently through a variety of postures helps increase mobility while encouraging healthy movement patterns.

⚖️ 3. Enhances balance and coordination
Connecting breath with movement improves body awareness, stability, and control—both on and off the mat.

❤️ 4. Supports cardiovascular health
The continuous flow of movement gently elevates your heart rate, making Vinyasa an energizing form of exercise.

💙 5. Reduces stress and improves focus
Conscious breathing helps calm the nervous system, quiet the mind, and bring your attention to the present moment.

At Monarch Yoga, we practice Vinyasa with intention. Every class is an opportunity to strengthen your body, steady your breath, and reconnect with yourself—one movement at a time.

The friendships we build through aerial are just as meaningful as the skills we learn. 💜 We cheer each other on, lift ea...
07/23/2026

The friendships we build through aerial are just as meaningful as the skills we learn. 💜 We cheer each other on, lift each other up, work toward our goals together, and celebrate every milestone. Here’s to reaching new heights—together. ✨

Featuring Olivia and Kennedy who love working together on duos, new skills, showcases and competitions 💙💜

What does "Vinyasa" actually mean?If you've taken a Vinyasa class, you've probably noticed that each movement is connect...
07/21/2026

What does "Vinyasa" actually mean?
If you've taken a Vinyasa class, you've probably noticed that each movement is connected to your breath. But the word Vinyasa has a much deeper meaning.

Derived from Sanskrit, "Vi" means in a special or intentional way, and "Nyasa" means to place. Together, Vinyasa can be understood as placing movement with intention.

Rather than holding one pose at a time, a Vinyasa practice links each posture together through the rhythm of your breath. An inhale might lift you into your next movement, while an exhale guides you into the next. This continuous flow helps create a moving meditation; bringing awareness to your body, calming the mind, and encouraging you to stay present.

While Vinyasa certainly builds strength, flexibility, balance, and endurance, its greatest benefit may be something less visible: learning to move with purpose. When your breath leads your movement, you're invited to slow down, tune in, and be fully present in the moment.

At Monarch Yoga, this philosophy is at the heart of every Vinyasa class. We believe yoga is more than exercise—it's an opportunity to connect movement with breath, cultivate mindfulness, and move with intention both on and off the mat.

✨ Breathe. Move. Be present.

07/19/2026

Calling all artists and makers!

Vendor registration is now open for the Brookings Arts Council's 3rd Annual Block Party for the Arts on Saturday, July 25, 2026, from 9am–12pm at 524 4th St., alongside the Brookings Farmers Market.

We're looking for artists selling original, handmade work to join us for a fun morning of art, family activities, food, and community. Vendor spaces are approximately 10'x10' and $25 per booth. If the cost is a prohibiting factor to your participation as a new artist, please reach out to us! We're happy to accommodate.

This is an outdoor, family-friendly event, and we'll be filling the street with creativity right in the heart of Downtown Brookings. Painter, potter, crocheter, jeweler, printmaker, woodworker, or some secret new art medium yet to be named... we'd love to have you there. ☀

Spots are limited and tend to fill quickly, so don't wait!

Register here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/block-party-artist-vendor-registration--2026

Questions? Reach out anytime, we're excited to see what our local artists bring to this year's Block Party!

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Due to the extreme heat, we have made the difficult decision to cancel our aerial performances at Good Roots this weeken...
07/19/2026

Due to the extreme heat, we have made the difficult decision to cancel our aerial performances at Good Roots this weekend. Working on aerial silks in these temperatures isn't safe for our performers.

We can't wait to be back at Good Roots in September when the weather has cooled down. 🌿✨

Thank you for your understanding, and we hope to see you there this Fall! 💜

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