Shala Community Day

A day of enjoyment & Connection on the land

Saturday October 18, 2025

10 AM - 4 PM

What is a Community Day at the Shala?

Whether you’re a long-time friend or it’s your first time visiting us, join us for a joyful, restorative day on the land. The Shala Community Day is our version of an open house: a chance to experience the heart of what we do, connect with our community, and just enjoy a beautiful fall day in the Ozarks.

We’ll have beginner-friendly activities throughout the day representative of the practices we offer here—movement, breath, creativity, stillness—all guided by our skilled and welcoming trainers. And in the middle of it all: a lovingly prepared farm-to-table lunch with fresh, local ingredients.

Come solo, bring a friend, bring the family—no experience is needed.

✨ If you're new to the Shala: This is the perfect way to explore who we are, meet the community, and get a feel for our offerings — no pressure, no experience needed.

🧡 If you're already part of our circle: This is your invitation to return, reconnect, and spend a full, nourishing day on the land.

🌱 If you’re curious about starting a practice, exploring teacher training, or just want a good day outside: This is for you too.

🌻 Why come?

What's Happening That Day?

The schedule is spacious and relaxed, with offerings you can drop into as you wish.

10:00 AM – Welcome & Tours of the Shala + Grounds
Ease into the day with an orientation to the land and space. Meet the team, grab some tea, and settle in.

11:00 AM – Gentle Yoga Practice (All Levels)
A grounding, beginner-friendly practice led by one of our seasoned trainers. Open to all bodies, no experience needed.

12:15 PM – Farm-to-Table Lunch on the Land
Enjoy a nourishing seasonal meal prepared by our kitchen team, shared community-style outdoors (weather permitting).

2:00 PM – Creative Movement Practice
An expressive, playful class rooted in body awareness, freedom, and fun. All can join.

3:30 PM – Closing Circle
Share reflections from the day, offer gratitude, and close the space together. This is also the time to ask your questions about upcoming retreats, courses and trainings, and how you can stay connected or go deeper, if you feel called. 

All activities are designed to be accessible and welcoming. Whether you're brand new to this work or you've practiced for years, you Are welcome here.

COST FOR A COMMUNITY DAY PASS:

  • $95 per person (includes one child under 12) OR

  • $175 for a family pass (includes 2 adults and up to 2 children under 12)

Both passes include 1) All guided activities offered on the land, 2) Lunch and 3) One Shala-branded hat per adult.

Each additional child is $10.

FAQs

If you still have questions after reading these FAQs, don't hesitate to contact us.

  • This summer yoga camp is for individuals 18 years or older who are interested in developing a connection to nature and to themselves.

  • Many of our guests arrive without knowing anybody and within days life-long friendships are forged. So don't worry. Community is what we do and we'd love for you to be a part of it.

    • Bedding (sheets, pillow, blanket), towels. Soap and shampoo is provided. 

    • Water bottle, sunscreen, bug spray, flashlight (phone flashlight works).

    • Clothes for yoga and hiking, swimsuit, hat, closed toe shoes, flip flops. 

    • Personal yoga mat (or you can purchase one upon arrival).

  • The food is vegetarian and prepared daily from scratch, according to Ayurvedic principles. You're welcome to bring snacks that can be kept in your personal space. The fridge is not available for gusts to store food.

    Please contact us if you have dietary restrictions: we can accommodate within reason and for an extra fee.

  • You can now search for “Circle Yoga Shala,” and Google Maps will locate us in Jasper, Arkansas. Make note: we are 12-14 miles west of Jasper, although we have a Jasper address.

    Alternatively, you can locate Rio Buffalo Outfitters on HWY 74, zip code 72641, as the closest point of reference on the map. Turn south onto Shiloh Rd (it's called 24 on Google Maps), which immediately proceeds uphill. Go exactly 2.2 miles (the last 1.2 miles will be gravel) to our driveway on the right. You will see a "Yoga Shala" sign marking our driveway.

    Keep these directions handy as you will likely lose signal on your way here. You can also download your map to your phone as an extra precaution.

    There are only a few locations for gasoline. Do not miss an opportunity to fill up!

  • There is Wifi in all the buildings and most other places on property, no password.

    T-Mobile and Verizon provide good signal while on property. AT&T has spotty coverage. Enable calls over wifi, if needed.

    All buildings have A/C.

  • Unfortunately, we are not equipped to host children on property.

    There are absolutely NO PETS allowed. We have plenty for your enjoyment!

  • Arrival is on Monday after 3 PM. Departure is on Sunday after lunch (by 2 PM).

The Shala is on healing land. Come experience the magic for yourself.