The Hudson Valley Holistic Healing Center, in Poughkeepsie, is kicking off 2025 with Meditation 101 and Yoga 101, available by request starting January 1, 2025. These personalized sessions, led by Iris Douglas, aim to help individuals reconnect with their inner peace and vitality while fostering a balanced, healthy lifestyle. Classes are available from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesday through Friday, and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday and Sunday.

Meditation 101 introduces mindfulness techniques to help participants experience calm, clarity and deeper self-awareness. The 30-minute class is designed to offer essential tools for reducing stress and enhancing mental well-being. Yoga 101 is a 45-minute class that provides a tailored approach to building flexibility, strength and a strong mind-body connection in a supportive, peaceful setting. Each option is ideal for beginners or anyone looking to deepen their practice.

Douglas, a reiki master and the founder of the center who combines her expertise in holistic healing with a passion for empowering individuals on their wellness journeys, says, “These sessions are intended to help participants achieve peace, confidence and a deeper connection to themselves.”