On-line Donation Based Classes for 2026!
DONATION-BASED MONTHLY CLASS SERIES
A minimum of four students is required for a class to proceed. In the event of class cancellation, students will receive a full refund. No refunds are available after attending the first class, and no make-up sessions will be provided for canceled classes.
Tuition: $40 per monthly series.
Please submit payment before the start date to help us meet the four-student minimum.
Payment Choices:
PayPal: Click on the links below to proceed
Zelle: Send payment to info@aumhomeshala.org.
All sessions take place through Zoom. Find Zoom instructions located at the bottom of this page.
Discover the therapeutic benefits of Yoga in group classes led by AUM’s experienced clinical Yoga Therapists.
“Excellent way to cope with current life stressors and the world state of mind.” —E. G.
Our classes are open to Spanish speakers. We provide bilingual assistance for those who need it. Nuestros cursos están abierto a hispanohablantes. Ofrecemos servicios de traducción para todos que los necesitan.
Journey through the Self ~ Pranayama with Adam Flores on Zoom!
Wednesdays from 7–8 PM (EST): Coming September 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30
Discover the transformative power of breath.
Our pranayama-based group sessions cultivate self-awareness, emotional regulation, focus, and meditation through the exploration of the chakra energy system. Using gentle movement, visualization, sound, and mindful body-based check-ins, you’ll learn practical breathing tools to support a sustainable, personalized yoga practice.
Welcoming to both beginners and experienced practitioners.
What participants are saying:
• “I run at the gym… after just a few classes, it suddenly felt easier to breathe while running. Becoming more conscious of my breath has helped me throughout the day too.” – TO
• “Pranayama and breath awareness are essential for good health—especially now. These ancient practices are so needed, and Adam’s instruction is the perfect guide.” – JR
• “I’m excited to go even deeper into pranayama with Adam. This work feels incredibly important right now.” – MH
• “After a lung ablation left me with reduced capacity, this class helped me breathe deeply again for much longer periods.” – JB
Adam Flores, CCPA, C-IAYT, E-RYT® 500, YACEP®, is a dedicated yoga therapist and educator with over 20 years of practice. A lifelong yogi, he completed his foundational training at Laughing Lotus NYC and later earned his 500-hour certification with Atmananda Miami, followed by advanced Yoga Therapy training at AUM hOMe Shala. Guided by a deep love for yoga and herbal medicine, Adam has taught extensively in both private and community settings. His work includes developing yoga therapy and wellness programs for cancer patients and low-income communities across the Caribbean, where he integrates Ayurvedic principles to support whole-person healing. Now based on the Treasure Coast, Adam serves as a Chiropractic Assistant and designs therapeutic somatic programsfor detox and rehabilitation facilities. His passion lies in using yoga as a pathway for empowerment, resilience, and social change, offering free yoga and yoga therapy services to marginalized communities, including LGBTQ+ youth experiencing homelessness, individuals in recovery, and people in incarcerated settings.
Yoga Therapy for Chronic Pain with Kathleen on Zoom!
Tuesdays from 7-8 PM Eastern Time: Coming October 6, 13, 20, & 27, 2026!
Gentle movement to keep muscles and joints supple, breath work to relax the nervous system, and meditation to reduce pain. Using the tools of neuroplasticity and brain remapping, you will experience a reduction in pain and stress while developing resilience. During this 4-session program, we will explore common yoga practices to address neck pain, back pain, hip and knee pain. All levels. Great for beginners as well as those who have an ongoing yoga practice. An opportunity to relax and renew while taking time and space for yourself, to reduce the triggers that accompany chronic pain.
Props suggested: Yoga Blankets/Bolster/Block/Yoga Strap
Kathleen Ross-Allee, C-IAYT, E-RYT 500, ACE-Certified Personal Trainer, brings 35+ years of experience as a health and wellness professional. Since 2020, she has served as a Yoga Therapist and Clinical Health Educator at The Center for Healthy Living, Kaiser Permanente/Woodland Hills, where she supports individuals with diverse health conditions and co-developed the center’s Smoking Cessation group program. Kathleen has designed yoga therapy and exercise programs for cancer patients throughout Southern California—including Tower Cancer Research Foundation, Cedars-Sinai Tower Hematology, Cedars-Sinai Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Center, USC Keck, and USC/Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center. From 2010–2023, she was Managing Director, Lead Instructor, and Subject Matter Expert for Larry Payne’s Yoga Therapy Rx programs at Loyola Marymount University, where she also completed her C-IAYT training. She founded Leen Bodies Yoga Therapy and Fitness in 1992.
Yoga Therapy for Strength and Stability with Tony Connell!
Build strength, stability, and confidence in this gentle, supportive four-week Yoga Therapy series
Through mindful, functional movement, you’ll develop practical strength for everyday activities, improve joint stability, and cultivate greater confidence in your body.
Classes are designed to be accessible for all levels, with chair-supported options available and no floor work required. Whether you’re looking to support balance and fall prevention, strengthen and stabilize your joints, or simply move with greater ease and security, this welcoming series offers practical tools you can use in daily life.
Props suggested: Blanket or Towel/Block or big book/Bolster or Pillow & Mat (optional)
Thursdays, September 3, 10, 17 & 24 | 7–8 PM ET / 4–5 PM PT
Online via Zoom | Suggested Donation: $40 for the 4-week series
Tony Connell, BA, C-IAYT, E-RYT500, is a yoga therapist and Florida International University graduate with a degree in psychology. He completed his 500-Hour Yoga Teacher Training and Yoga Therapy studies at AUM hOMe Shala in 2017. A longtime member of the AUM community, Tony began practicing yoga in 2002 under the guidance of AUM director Melinda Atkins at Gulliver Prep. He has taught in AUM’s annual Chill Out program in inner-city schools and in after-school programs. Today, he serves as Assistant Director of AUM’s 200- and 500-Hour Yoga Teacher Training programs and as a Yoga Therapy faculty mentor and Assistant Director of the Clinical Practicum. A proud member of the LGBTQ+ community, Tony is passionate about making yoga accessible and sharing its benefits for cultivating balance, reducing stress, and supporting overall well-being.