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The Body is a Shrine

A Brave Space for Embodied Practice.

By Lindsay A. Jenkins (L.J.)

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Everything You Need,
You Already Have

Within each of us lies the histories, performances and experiences of those who have come before us. The Body Is Shrine is a framework that views the past as present and honors personal experience. Online and in-person offerings include mindful movement, meditations and visualizations that inspire, educate and empower. 

  • Visualizations for artists

  • Restorative practices for activists

  • Creative and embodied approaches to the development of art and performance (including Afrocentric dramaturgy)

  • Yoga classes that draw on various practices including, Kemetic, Hatha and Vinyasa. 3 new classes uploaded each week: Yoga Sculpt, Power Flow and Meditative Rest. Click Here to Learn More.

  • Prenatal Yoga for Empowered Mamas

  • ...and more!

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The Body Holds Relics

The Body is Associated With Adored Ancestors

The Body is a Peaceful Place of Reflection

The Body is a Site of Historical and Cultural Significance

Browse Courses, Classes and Workshops

Upcoming Events

  • Let's Take a Breath
    Let's Take a Breath
    Sun, Feb 26
    Los Angeles
    Feb 26, 2023, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Los Angeles, 1327 Willow St, Los Angeles, CA 90013, USA
    Feb 26, 2023, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Los Angeles, 1327 Willow St, Los Angeles, CA 90013, USA
    Join the Maroons as we celebrate Black history, manifest Black futures and honor our ancestors through self-care and rest.
  • Maroon Arts and Culture Presents: Salon Series
    Maroon Arts and Culture Presents: Salon Series
    Wed, Feb 08
    Burbank
    Feb 08, 2023, 5:00 PM
    Burbank, 2524 Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505, USA
    Feb 08, 2023, 5:00 PM
    Burbank, 2524 Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505, USA
    The Salon Series is back with "The First Deep Breath" by Lee Edward Colston II. Please click READ MORE for information. "Buy Tickets" button is to donate to the ticket fund.
  • Kwanzaa with Maroon Arts and Culture
    Kwanzaa with Maroon Arts and Culture
    Mon, Dec 26
    HQ
    Dec 26, 2022, 7:00 PM – Jan 01, 2023, 7:00 PM
    HQ, 2524 Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505, USA
    Dec 26, 2022, 7:00 PM – Jan 01, 2023, 7:00 PM
    HQ, 2524 Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505, USA
  • #BlackGirlMagic Saturday's
    #BlackGirlMagic Saturday's
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Dec 24
    HQ
    Dec 24, 2022, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM PST
    HQ, 2524 Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505, USA
    Dec 24, 2022, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM PST
    HQ, 2524 Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505, USA
    A sweaty turnt up yoga sculpt class. A safe space for the empowerment of Black women. Cannabis friendly : )
  • Maroon Arts and and Culture Presents: Wednesday Kickback
    Maroon Arts and and Culture Presents: Wednesday Kickback
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Dec 21
    HQ
    Dec 21, 2022, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM PST
    HQ, 2524 Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505, USA
    Dec 21, 2022, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM PST
    HQ, 2524 Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505, USA
    Join us for an evening of fellowship and community. Invocation by L.J. every third Wednesday of the month.
  • Multiple Dates
    Tue, Dec 20
    Glendale
    Dec 20, 2022, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Glendale, 1601 W Mountain St, Glendale, CA 91201, USA
    Dec 20, 2022, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Glendale, 1601 W Mountain St, Glendale, CA 91201, USA
    Celebrate the almost weekend with a sunset flow designed decompress and relax.
  • Afrocentricity X Dramaturgy Live Workshop (Online)
    Afrocentricity X Dramaturgy Live Workshop (Online)
    Sun, Dec 04
    Online Workshop
    Dec 04, 2022, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Online Workshop
    Dec 04, 2022, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Online Workshop
    Rooted in heritage and focused on the future, Afrocentricity X Dramaturgy is an approach to the development of creative work that centers Black experience and interrogates White gaze.
  • The Midnight Society Presents: A Halloween Kickback and Open MIc
    The Midnight Society Presents: A Halloween Kickback and Open MIc
    Wed, Oct 26
    Burbank
    Oct 26, 2022, 7:00 PM
    Burbank, 2524 W Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505, USA
    Oct 26, 2022, 7:00 PM
    Burbank, 2524 W Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505, USA
    Join us for chill Halloween vibes with cool people.
  • Afrocentricity X Dramaturgy Live Workshop (Online)
    Afrocentricity X Dramaturgy Live Workshop (Online)
    Sun, Oct 09
    Online Workshop
    Oct 09, 2022, 3:00 PM – Oct 10, 2022, 6:00 PM
    Online Workshop
    Oct 09, 2022, 3:00 PM – Oct 10, 2022, 6:00 PM
    Online Workshop
    Rooted in heritage and focused on the future, Afrocentricity X Dramaturgy is an approach to the development of creative work that centers Black experience and interrogates White gaze.
  • Empowered Mama- Prenatal Yoga (in person)
    Empowered Mama- Prenatal Yoga (in person)
    Multiple Dates
    Sun, Oct 02
    HQ
    Oct 02, 2022, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    HQ, 2524 Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505, USA
    Oct 02, 2022, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    HQ, 2524 Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505, USA
    6 weekly meetings
  • The 5 Senses: A CannaYoga Experience
    The 5 Senses: A CannaYoga Experience
    Sun, Oct 02
    Burbank
    Oct 02, 2022, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    Burbank, 2524 W Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505, USA
    Oct 02, 2022, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    Burbank, 2524 W Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505, USA
    Elevate your senses in this experience designed to move, motivate and inspire. SPACE IS LIMITED!
  • Afrocentricity X Dramaturgy Live Workshop (Online)
    Afrocentricity X Dramaturgy Live Workshop (Online)
    Sun, Sep 25
    Online Workshop
    Sep 25, 2022, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Online Workshop
    Sep 25, 2022, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Online Workshop
    Rooted in heritage and focused on the future, Afrocentricity X Dramaturgy is an approach to the development of creative work that centers Black experience and interrogates White gaze.
  • The Body Is A Shrine: Grand Opening
    The Body Is A Shrine: Grand Opening
    Sat, Sep 17
    HQ
    Sep 17, 2022, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM PDT
    HQ, 2524 Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505, USA
    Sep 17, 2022, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM PDT
    HQ, 2524 Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505, USA
  • Black Theatre Network- Afrocentricity X Dramaturgy Workshop
    Black Theatre Network- Afrocentricity X Dramaturgy Workshop
    Sun, Jul 24
    Double Tree
    Jul 24, 2022, 1:00 PM PDT – Jul 25, 2022, 2:20 PM PDT
    Double Tree, Detroit, MI, USA
    Jul 24, 2022, 1:00 PM PDT – Jul 25, 2022, 2:20 PM PDT
    Double Tree, Detroit, MI, USA

Private Yoga Instruction

Personalized yoga instruction in Southern California.

Private yoga instruction is an excellent way to jump start your practice, work toward your goals and embark on an embodied practice free of outside gaze. Yoga instruction is designed to promote the physical (strength, balance, stamina) and the mental (breath, stress management, confidence). 

  • Private instruction is designed for groups up to 3.

  • Classes can take place at your location, or you can come to HQ.

  • Click to the button below to fill out our new student questionnaire.

Upcoming Events

  • Let's Take a Breath
    Let's Take a Breath
    Sun, Feb 26
    Los Angeles
    Feb 26, 2023, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Los Angeles, 1327 Willow St, Los Angeles, CA 90013, USA
    Feb 26, 2023, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Los Angeles, 1327 Willow St, Los Angeles, CA 90013, USA
    Join the Maroons as we celebrate Black history, manifest Black futures and honor our ancestors through self-care and rest.
  • Maroon Arts and Culture Presents: Salon Series
    Maroon Arts and Culture Presents: Salon Series
    Wed, Feb 08
    Burbank
    Feb 08, 2023, 5:00 PM
    Burbank, 2524 Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505, USA
    Feb 08, 2023, 5:00 PM
    Burbank, 2524 Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505, USA
    The Salon Series is back with "The First Deep Breath" by Lee Edward Colston II. Please click READ MORE for information. "Buy Tickets" button is to donate to the ticket fund.
  • Kwanzaa with Maroon Arts and Culture
    Kwanzaa with Maroon Arts and Culture
    Mon, Dec 26
    HQ
    Dec 26, 2022, 7:00 PM – Jan 01, 2023, 7:00 PM
    HQ, 2524 Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505, USA
    Dec 26, 2022, 7:00 PM – Jan 01, 2023, 7:00 PM
    HQ, 2524 Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505, USA
  • #BlackGirlMagic Saturday's
    #BlackGirlMagic Saturday's
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Dec 24
    HQ
    Dec 24, 2022, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM PST
    HQ, 2524 Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505, USA
    Dec 24, 2022, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM PST
    HQ, 2524 Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505, USA
    A sweaty turnt up yoga sculpt class. A safe space for the empowerment of Black women. Cannabis friendly : )
  • Maroon Arts and and Culture Presents: Wednesday Kickback
    Maroon Arts and and Culture Presents: Wednesday Kickback
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Dec 21
    HQ
    Dec 21, 2022, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM PST
    HQ, 2524 Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505, USA
    Dec 21, 2022, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM PST
    HQ, 2524 Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505, USA
    Join us for an evening of fellowship and community. Invocation by L.J. every third Wednesday of the month.
  • Multiple Dates
    Tue, Dec 20
    Glendale
    Dec 20, 2022, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Glendale, 1601 W Mountain St, Glendale, CA 91201, USA
    Dec 20, 2022, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Glendale, 1601 W Mountain St, Glendale, CA 91201, USA
    Celebrate the almost weekend with a sunset flow designed decompress and relax.
  • Afrocentricity X Dramaturgy Live Workshop (Online)
    Afrocentricity X Dramaturgy Live Workshop (Online)
    Sun, Dec 04
    Online Workshop
    Dec 04, 2022, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Online Workshop
    Dec 04, 2022, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Online Workshop
    Rooted in heritage and focused on the future, Afrocentricity X Dramaturgy is an approach to the development of creative work that centers Black experience and interrogates White gaze.
  • The Midnight Society Presents: A Halloween Kickback and Open MIc
    The Midnight Society Presents: A Halloween Kickback and Open MIc
    Wed, Oct 26
    Burbank
    Oct 26, 2022, 7:00 PM
    Burbank, 2524 W Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505, USA
    Oct 26, 2022, 7:00 PM
    Burbank, 2524 W Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505, USA
    Join us for chill Halloween vibes with cool people.
  • Afrocentricity X Dramaturgy Live Workshop (Online)
    Afrocentricity X Dramaturgy Live Workshop (Online)
    Sun, Oct 09
    Online Workshop
    Oct 09, 2022, 3:00 PM – Oct 10, 2022, 6:00 PM
    Online Workshop
    Oct 09, 2022, 3:00 PM – Oct 10, 2022, 6:00 PM
    Online Workshop
    Rooted in heritage and focused on the future, Afrocentricity X Dramaturgy is an approach to the development of creative work that centers Black experience and interrogates White gaze.
  • Empowered Mama- Prenatal Yoga (in person)
    Empowered Mama- Prenatal Yoga (in person)
    Multiple Dates
    Sun, Oct 02
    HQ
    Oct 02, 2022, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    HQ, 2524 Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505, USA
    Oct 02, 2022, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    HQ, 2524 Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505, USA
    6 weekly meetings
  • The 5 Senses: A CannaYoga Experience
    The 5 Senses: A CannaYoga Experience
    Sun, Oct 02
    Burbank
    Oct 02, 2022, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    Burbank, 2524 W Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505, USA
    Oct 02, 2022, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    Burbank, 2524 W Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505, USA
    Elevate your senses in this experience designed to move, motivate and inspire. SPACE IS LIMITED!
  • Afrocentricity X Dramaturgy Live Workshop (Online)
    Afrocentricity X Dramaturgy Live Workshop (Online)
    Sun, Sep 25
    Online Workshop
    Sep 25, 2022, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Online Workshop
    Sep 25, 2022, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    Online Workshop
    Rooted in heritage and focused on the future, Afrocentricity X Dramaturgy is an approach to the development of creative work that centers Black experience and interrogates White gaze.
  • The Body Is A Shrine: Grand Opening
    The Body Is A Shrine: Grand Opening
    Sat, Sep 17
    HQ
    Sep 17, 2022, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM PDT
    HQ, 2524 Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505, USA
    Sep 17, 2022, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM PDT
    HQ, 2524 Magnolia Blvd, Burbank, CA 91505, USA
  • Black Theatre Network- Afrocentricity X Dramaturgy Workshop
    Black Theatre Network- Afrocentricity X Dramaturgy Workshop
    Sun, Jul 24
    Double Tree
    Jul 24, 2022, 1:00 PM PDT – Jul 25, 2022, 2:20 PM PDT
    Double Tree, Detroit, MI, USA
    Jul 24, 2022, 1:00 PM PDT – Jul 25, 2022, 2:20 PM PDT
    Double Tree, Detroit, MI, USA

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