New Moon: Candlelight Sound Bowls & Meditation at the Kampong

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New Moon Candlelight Sound Bowls & Meditation

6:30pm-8pm | 5:30pm -6:30pm Special Evening Garden Admission

Intentions: relaxation, inward reflection, new beginnings

Light Movement | Pranayama | Meditation | Sound Bath Relaxation

Journey inward with sound bowl guide, Catherine Gomez, 500hr RYT and resident Kampong yoga teacher and founder of Cafe Namaste, Samantha Reynolds, for a restorative evening with a candlelit sound bath and meditation class for deep rest and renewal. During the new moon, the sky is at its darkest, mirroring the moon's retreat to recharge. Similarly, we're invited to turn inward, honor our needs, and slow down.

Sam will begin the class with gentle stretches to prepare for a guided systematic relaxation and sound bowl savasana. Class will end with a seated meditation.

DETAILS

• Schedule: 5:30pm Special Garden Admission | 6:30pm Class
• Class Perk: Includes donation to the historic home & garden, part of the NTBG
• What to Bring: a mat
• Location: 4013 South Douglas Rd Miami, FL. Class is rain or shine and will be held at the Shokman Education Center (covered). Free parking at the lot next door. Please allow 5-7 minutes to walk to the main house.

HOW TO REGISTER:

• $45 / $30 NTBG Kampong members
• Sign up on Eventbrite
• Give the Kampong a call, (305) 442-7169

Class is beginner-friendly and all are welcome. Please bring a mat. Extra mats and cushions may be available upon request on a limited basis. The majority of the class will be passive and can be done in any comfortable attire that allows you to recline or sit for an extended period of time.

Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. so that you can experience the magic of the garden. Class begins at 6:30 p.m. on the open-air, covered terrace of the Schokman Education Center. Garden gates will be locked at 6:40 p.m.

SHOP OUR TROPICAL FLOW TANK & MATS | Shop online, pick up at the event

ABOUT THE KAMPONG:

Located on Biscayne Bay in Coconut Grove, Florida, The Kampong contains a fascinating array of tropical fruit cultivars and flowering trees. Named for the Malay or Javanese word for a village or cluster of houses, The Kampong is the former estate of Dr. David Fairchild, the famed botanical explorer who traveled throughout Southeast Asia and other tropical regions collecting exotic plants he introduced to the U.S.

ABOUT CATHERINE GOMEZ

YOGA TEACHER & SOUND BOWL GUIDE

Catherine's "Cathy's" mission is to share the importance of self-love and balance in everyday living. She first discovered yoga and sound relaxation in 2018. Cathy joined the Cafe Namaste community in 2019 after attending her first event. Cafe Namaste showed her the importance of a community and she continues to teach publicly at events and private sessions. In her free time, she spends it taking care of her son and family. She also devotes time to focus on her self-care and volunteers in the community.

Education: Cathy is a registered 500-hour Yoga teacher certified in the following: Prenatal Yoga, Sound Healing Level 1 & 2, Reiki Level 1, 2, & Master and Reiki for Infertility, Pregnancy, Postpartum and Newborns.

Hometown: Miami, FL

ABOUT SAMANTHA REYNOLDS

YOGA TEACHER & FOUNDER OF CAFE NAMASTE

Samantha Reynolds, yoga teacher and founder of Miami-based wellness brand Cafe Namaste, brings her unique blend of expertise and inspiration to the Miami community and abroad. With a background in various yoga disciplines and a dedication to holistic wellness, Sam’'s teaching style is inclusive and accessible to both beginners and seasoned practitioners. Her greatest joy is helping people discover their highest potential. Sam envisioned a community for wellness, connection and growth beyond the studio walls.

In addition to events and regulaer classes at the Kampong, Sam offers social outreach initiatives to engage the community in service with local partner non-profits. She is committed to ensuring Cafe Namaste is a holistic brand for personal and social well-being. In her eight years of industry experience, Sam has led and curated wellness programs for esteemed corporations like Hyatt Hotels, Sonesta International, PMG, Ernst & Young, and Capital One Cafe.

Background

After living in four countries and visiting 45+, Sam never imagined that her most significant trip would be the journey inward. Her experiences overseas ultimately led her to study yoga. Prior to transforming her life, Sam worked in Rwanda at a non-profit for orphaned teens (Agahozo-Shalom Youth Village) and in Prague (CZ) for Charles University, creating educational programs on European history for the University of Miami, her alma mater. Sam's commitment to global well-being is underscored by her upcoming 2024 tour to Rwanda, reflecting her dedication to fostering holistic wellness and meaningful connections on an international scale. Learn more at journeysforthesoul.com

Education: Sam is an 500-hour Yoga teacher with additional courses in philosophy, trauma-informed yoga, Ashtanga Vinyasa, and Yin. Sam earned her Master’s from UM in 2008 with a degree in International Administration and Law.

Hometown: Toledo, OH

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Kampong, National Tropical Botanical Garden, 4013 Douglas Road, Miami, United States