Do I need prior yoga or Reiki experience?

No—this workshop is designed for beginners and mixes simple movement, breathwork, and brief Reiki elements with clear guidance.

What is included in the $15 fee?

The fee covers the 60-minute group workshop led by Maura Satti; bring your own mat and water.

Where exactly do I meet?

Meet at 745 Chapel St, New Haven, CT 06510 (corner of Orange & Chapel St); arrive 10 minutes early to check in.

Is the workshop wheelchair accessible?

Many movements can be adapted for limited mobility; contact the organizer ahead of time to confirm access needs.

Sessions begin promptly and late arrivals may not be admitted in order to preserve the group’s calm; plan to arrive early.

Is there an age limit?

Participants must be 18 or older to attend this workshop.

Urban Reset: Breath, Move, Release Workshop on Chapel Street, New Haven

Breath, Move, Release: Workshop for Stress & Relief - July 22nd takes place in the heart of downtown New Haven at 745 Chapel Street, on the corner of Orange and Chapel. This 60-minute, beginner-friendly class led by Maura Satti blends gentle movement, breathwork, somatic techniques, and Reiki to help you unwind in an urban setting without prior experience. Step inside from Chapel Street’s historic commercial corridor to a calm studio space where the city’s pace feels distant. The session centers on slow, intentional sequences—simple mobility flows, guided diaphragmatic breathing, and somatic awareness exercises—that encourage the nervous system to move out of fight-or-flight. Maura threads short, calming Reiki elements between movement and breath, offering an energetic counterpoint to the physical practice. Classes cap at 25; the fee is $15 and participants must be 18 or older. What sets this offering apart for visitors is timing and convenience: a compact reset that fits between museum visits, a meal on Chapel Street, or before a late train. The meeting point at Chapel and Orange is walkable from downtown hotels and served by local buses, so it’s simple to add to an urban itinerary without extra gear or lengthy transit. Key features include the Chapel Street studio setting, a program built around breath, somatic release, gentle mobility, and the addition of Reiki. The local context matters: Chapel Street is a long-standing commercial corridor adjacent to Yale University, with brick storefronts and independent cafes; this workshop offers an accessible pocket of calm amid that urban fabric. Visitors should expect a low-impact, grounding practice that prioritizes nervous-system regulation over exertion. Bring a mat, a water bottle, and layers in case the room’s temperature varies. Movements are modifiable for limited mobility; instructors encourage participants to honor current limits while exploring small shifts in breath and posture. This is a practical recovery session more than a fitness class: steady breath, conscious movement, and brief energy work that together lower tension and increase presence. For travelers wanting a short, evidence-informed pause between activities, Breath, Move, Release - July 22nd delivers a focused, approachable reset that leaves you clearer-headed and physically lighter. Practical notes: arrive 10 minutes early to check in at the Chapel Street entrance and unroll your mat. The meeting point is 745 Chapel St, New Haven, CT 06510. Sessions begin promptly; late arrivals may not be admitted. If you have questions about modifications or injuries, contact the organizer in advance. Maura Satti’s approach balances practical somatic tools with compassionate guidance, making the workshop suitable for travelers and locals seeking relief from accumulated tension. The modest price and central location make this a low-friction way to prioritize mental and physical rest during a busy New Haven visit today.