Grieving Hearts Yoga

Grief lives in our bodies -

It is in the heaviness of our shoulders, the tightness in our chest, the shallow breath that comes with loss. When words fall short, our bodies hold space for the deep waters of mourning, carrying both our sorrows and our capacity to heal.

Unlike traditional grief support that focuses primarily on talking, somatic practice like yoga offers another way through - one that honours the body's role in both holding and transforming our experiences of loss. Here, there's no pressure to "move on" or "get over it." Instead, we create space for grief to be felt, expressed, and gradually integrated at your own pace.

All expressions of grief are welcome. Whether your loss is fresh or long-held, whether tears come easily or feel stuck, whether you're carrying anticipatory grief or ancestral sorrow - this practice meets you exactly where you are. Together, we'll explore gentle ways to be with what is, while nurturing the deep wisdom and resilience that lives in your body.

Join us for this trauma-informed, grief-informed exploration of embodied healing. Let's walk this path together, holding space for both sorrow and possibility as we learn to move with - rather than away from - our most human experiences.

Fall 2025 Session

When: Mid-October to mid-December 2025 (8 weeks)

• Where: Online via Zoom (pants optional, but recommended)

• How often: 2 sessions per week (16 sessions total)

• Session length: 55 minutes of “class” + 20 minutes of community sharing

• Who: Adults (18+) who’ve experienced significant loss and can participate in gentle movement

• Group size: Max 12 participants—small enough to feel seen, big enough to avoid being put on the spot every time

• Investment: This will be a paid program offering, but since this is the pilot and part of research we are doing, we are offering to participants selected for free!

About This Group

Grieving Hearts Yoga is an 8-week virtual program crafted for adults who are experiencing grief and want something more than just talking about it. We blend gentle movement, breathwork, and community, all delivered with a healthy dose of compassion and zero pressure to “move on.” This isn’t your average yoga class—think of it as nervous system rehab meets group therapy, minus the awkward silences and with way more props (yes, you can use your couch cushions).

This is part of a research pilot project, and so we are asking for some additional pre- and post-questionnaires to be completed, and for people to commit to the program in exchange for the cost being waived.

What to Expect

• Weekly Themes: From “Meeting Grief in the Body” to “Building Resilience” and “Sustainable Practice,” each week offers new tools and practices (plus plenty of permission to just show up as you are).

• Safety First: Trauma-informed, polyvagal theory-based, and designed for all bodies and abilities. We’ll help you set up your space and adapt everything for your comfort.

• Community: Expect laughter, tears, and the occasional pet cameo. You’ll have space to share, or not share, as much as you want.

• Research Participation: You’ll fill out a few questionnaires and maybe do a short interview—nothing too intense, and your privacy is top priority.

Benefits

• Learn practical self-regulation tools

• Honour grief's presence while building resilience

• Find ground when waves of emotion arise

• Release held tension patterns that often accompany loss

• Discover moments of ease even amidst difficulty

• Connect with others who understand grief's territory

• Access your body's natural capacity for healing

You’re a fit if:

• You’re grieving (loss of a person, pet, relationship, or major life change)

• You want to try a body-based approach to healing

• You have access to Zoom and a bit of space to move

• You’re willing to commit to the group for 8 weeks

Ready to Join?

Spots are limited. If you’re curious, even a little, fill out the interest form and let’s chat. No yoga experience (or flexibility) required—just a willingness to show up, as you are.

Interest Form

Questions? Email us at hello @ glendamyles.com.

Let’s navigate this wild ride of grief together—with a little movement, a lot of compassion, and maybe a few new friends in the making.

Grieving Hearts Yoga: Where grief meets movement, and healing happens in community.
Fall 2025—let’s do this, together!