Yoga Under the Stars

A physical therapist since 1998 and a yoga instructor since 2008, Laura Terry combines the science of Physical Therapy and the mind/body integration of yoga in her teaching. She also believes in the power of play and having fun while mindfully moving during her yoga classes. Laura has a private PT practice in Chapel Hill. Learn more about Laura and her Yoga & PT practice here.

At its core, Lindsey Alexander believes yoga is a practice of self-care that prepares us for community care. Being able to get up in an arm balance or twist yourself into a pretzel is one way to mark progress in yoga, but if this practice can help us treat each other with greater dignity, compassion, and respect, well, now we’re really getting somewhere. Students in Lindsey’s classes can look forward to an uplifting balance of centering meditation and invigorating asana. Her sequencing draws from Ashtanga, Jivamukti, and Power Yoga, with an emphasis on helping students feel strong and steady. She received her 200-hour certification from Carolina Yoga Company and her 300-hour Advanced Studies certification at the Asheville Yoga Center. She is an RYT 500, registered with Yoga Alliance.

Karen Shelley began practicing yoga in 2005 as a way to integrate a healthy balance of movement and stillness into her life. Today, she delivers this balance to her students through studio classes, global yoga retreats, and private lessons. Her initial training as a yoga teacher was at Kula Yoga Project in New York City. In addition to yoga as a moving meditation, Karen is passionate about the benefits of more therapeutic practices and is certified by San Francisco’s Judith Hanson Lasater to teach Relax and Renew® Restorative Yoga.

What should I wear?
We suggest layered, comfortable, and flexible clothing. The theater will often start cold and then heat up.

Do I need to bring a mat?
We cannot provide mats for yoga participants. Please consider purchasing one beforehand or bring a beach towel (or similar) to lie on the carpet.

What should I expect?
This is not your typical yoga class. Poses and flow are designed to encourage you to pause and look up at the beautiful images on the dome and reflect upon the beauty the theater provides.

What is the degree of difficulty?
This class is accessible to those who have never done yoga but will still be enjoyable for experienced practitioners.

Will it be dark?
Yes, very! It is difficult to see the instructor (and your neighbors) so several poses are demonstrated before class begins. This also makes balance poses a unique challenge.

I get motion sickness—will this be okay for me?
While we try to limit too much movement of the sky during the session, images do move. If you are sensitive, we recommend that you sit down and close your eyes while the sky is moving.

Parking for Morehead visitors is available in several area lots and on Franklin Street in Downtown Chapel Hill. Visit our Plan A Visit page to learn more.