August at Ompractice
Published 7/31/2026
Welcome to August!
This month is about giving yourself permission to slow down and check in before the fall rush kicks in. Whether that means releasing tension, finding better sleep, or just taking 30 minutes for yourself - there is something on the schedule for you.
☀️ Our Monthly Challenge in August is our Summer Stretch Challenge
Lengthen, soften, release. After a summer of activity, your body is ready for some space. This August, take 3 classes focused on flexibility and mobility. Stretching is not just about touching your toes - it is about giving tight muscles permission to let go, restoring range of motion, and reminding your nervous system that it is safe to relax.
Special Classes on Ompractice in August
💤 Special Class: Breathwork for Sleep with Eric Brown
Sunday, August 16 at 7:00 PM ET / 4:00 PM PT (30 min) Sign up here
Eric is back! Wind down with simple, accessible breathwork techniques designed to quiet the nervous system and prepare your body for restful sleep. No prior experience needed - Eric walks you through everything. A few minutes of intentional breath before bed can transform the quality of your sleep, and this Sunday evening session is built to set you up for a calmer week ahead.
🔎 Special Class: Intro to Mind Body Awareness with Niki Saccareccia Thursday, August 20th at 7:00 PM ET / 4 PM PT (30 min) Sign up here
A beginner-friendly class focused on befriending your body by training gentle awareness, breath, and inner listening - supporting emotional wellbeing, working with distraction and creating a compassionate relationship with your internal experience while learning physical postures that create strength and ease. Niki demos everything and meets you exactly where you are. No experience needed.
🎥 New in the Video Library: Seated Mindful Movement with Alynthia, Yin Yoga with Yely!
Upcoming Community Classes:
We host free weekly classes anyone can join (even without an Ompractice membership.) Invite your friends to practice with you!
Check out the Community Corner.
8/3: Tai Chi Qigong with Gurney Bolster Monday at 11:00am ET (45 minutes)
8/12: Easy Does It: Mindful Movement to Relieve Joint & Muscle Tension with Beth Ciesco Wednesday at 12:30pm ET (35 minutes)
8/17: Living Your Dharma: The Phoenix Rising Method – Mindful Yoga, Meditation, and Life Contemplation with Michael Lee Monday at 5:30pm ET (60 minutes)
8/26: Chair Yoga with Marie Scicchitano Wednesday at 6:00pm ET (45 minutes)
8/27: Stretch & Release with Agni Hogaboom Thursday at 10pm ET (30 minutes)
August Dates of Note
- 8/8- International Cat Day
- 8/26- Women's Equality Day
- 8/30- National Dog Day
- 8/30- National Grief Awareness Day
Please congratulate all these people on their anniversaries with us: Beth Ciesco (8 years), Claudia Cavazza (8 years), Gurney Bolster (6 years), Michael Lee (7 years), Agni Hogaboom (3 years)!
☀️ And celebrating years around the sun: Happy Birthday everyone! Sharif, Yvette, Robyn, and Yely!