Mala- Making & Mala Practice Workshop

Wed Jan 22 2025 at 06:00 pm to 08:30 pm UTC-05:00

Total Balance Yoga & Fitness Studio | Pittsburgh

Tiffany Bergman & Jennifer Kardos
Publisher/HostTiffany Bergman & Jennifer Kardos
Mala- Making & Mala Practice Workshop
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Come join us for a fun and interactive workshop where we will learn how to make our own mala beads and practice using them in meditation!
About this Event

Two-Part Mala-Making & Mala-Practice Workshop
Join Danina DiBattista, Vespertine Goods & Wearables for an evening of Mala-Making Workshop.
Experience a transformative two-part workshop where you'll create your own unique 108-bead mala, thoughtfully selecting a gemstone guru bead and tassel while learning traditional knotting techniques infused with personal intention.
This two-part workshop offers participants a creative outlet and a deeper connection to their yoga and meditation practices.
In the follow-up session, on 1/25 @ 11:00 am with Deena. She will guide you in using your mala for setting intentions, counting mantras, and enhancing your meditation practice through mindfulness and grounding exercises. This journey will empower you to deepen your connection to meditation and self-discovery with your beautifully crafted mala.
Duration: 2.5 hours
Location: Total Balance Yoga & Fitness Studio
982 Perry Hwy, Pittsburgh PA 15237
What to Expect:
Light Snacks & Beverages
Introduction (10 mins): Brief overview of the history & significance of malas in yoga and meditation practices.
Mala-Knotting Practice (10 mins): Learn the traditional technique of knotting between each bead, symbolizing intention and mindfulness.
Setting Intentions (5 mins): Participants set personal intentions for their mala.
Mala Assembly (1.5 hours): Assemble & hand-knot 108-bead mala.
Mala Finishing (30 mins): Incorporating chosen guru bead and tassel.
Closing (20 mins): time for sharing and adjustments, information on part two!
Your kit will be waiting at class for you:
108 mala beads (wood)
One guru bead (chosen at class)
One tassel (chosen at class)
Drawstring muslin Mala Bag
Knotting thread and knotting tool
Part Two: Using Your Mala for Intention and Meditation:
Date: 1/25/2025
Time: 11:00 am
Duration: 1 hour
Location: [Total Balance]
Instructor: [Deena]
What to Expect:
Understanding the Mala: Brief overview of the significance of malas in meditation.
Using the Mala for Intention Setting: Guided session on how to use the mala during intention-setting practices.
Counting Mantras: Demonstration on using the mala to count mantras during meditation.
Meditation Practice: Guided meditation incorporating the use of the mala, focusing on breath and mantra.
Sharing & Reflection: Opportunity to share experiences and insights gained during the practice.


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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Total Balance Yoga & Fitness Studio, 982 Perry Highway, Pittsburgh, United States

Tickets

USD 117.09

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