Join us this October for our annual challenge event!
Join us for Harmonize Your Practice: 21 in 31, the 7th installment of our annual challenge to dive more deeply into yogic practice and philosophy, and endeavor to complete 21 classes in the 31 days of October. This year we are exploring the 5 Element Theory.
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What are the 5 Elements and why do we care about them?
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The 5 Element Theory comes to us from Traditional Chinese Medicine and is often utilized in Yin Yoga. The elements recognized are earth, metal, water, wood, and fire. They are believed to feed and balance one another in nature and in characteristics in the human body.
What you will learn
In accordance with the 5 weeks of October, you will learn about each of the 5 elements observed in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Earth, Metal, Water, Wood, and Fire.
You will also explore the meridian lines of the body as mapped out in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), overlapping myofascial lines which we often use in yoga, especially yin yoga. Which brings us to the third component you will get to know - Yin yoga archetypes.
Meridians
In TCM, meridians are energetic pathways that run throughout the body, and acupressure points (or acupoints) are specific points along these channels. Applying pressure to these points is believed to balance the flow of qi or prana (life energy) and promote harmony.
Myofascial lines
Myofascial lines are interconnected chains of muscles, fascia (connective tissue), and tendons that run throughout the body. They play a crucial role in movement, posture, and stability. The system we will explore during this challenge has been extensively studied and developed by Thomas Myers.
Yin yoga
archetypes
Yin yoga's five archetypes—Caterpillar, Dragonfly, Saddle, Shoelace, and Twist—are foundational poses that form the basis of the practice. These archetypes serve as models for identifying target areas for effective, functional practice.
Challenge Structure
You may organize your attempt at completing 21 classes in the month of October however it works best for your schedule. You may count classes taken with The Valley Om in all forms: in-person, via LIVEstream, through The Virtual Om, and Specialty Classes. Add a sticker to the in -studio tracking board, a check to the virtual tracking board found on the Harmonize Your Practice (HYP) Member page on our website.
You will receive:​
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Unlimited classes in-studio, LIVEstream, and on The Virtual Om and Specialty Classes if you are going ALL IN (at $185)
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15% off of Specialty Classes, unless you are going ALL IN
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Access to a 5 Element Quiz
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Video content by Tim McCormick, Licensed Oriental Medicine Practitioner and Board Certified Clinical Herbalist
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Video tutorials by Fallon Horan, who specializes in Yin and myofascial lines
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Workbook packed with information
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Challenge SWAG! Acupressure tool, elemental chocolate bar, acupuncture session, and more!
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Access to the Harmonize Your Practice Member page of our website for audio/visual content
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Invitation to the Harmonize Your Practice WhatsApp group
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Invitation to and recording of a 2 hour Element Flow class to open the month!
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Invitation to closing ceremonies to be held on Saturday, November 1st
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A deeper and enriched understanding of yourself and your practice
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Price:
$160 - standard option
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$185 to go ALL IN
and get access to all 4 Specialty Classes in October ($140 value alone!) ​​
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SPACE IS LIMITED!
*Please choose 10/1/25 as the "Plan Start Date" at checkout!
**MEMBERS! Please email us letting us know that you want to participate and we will process the difference to convert your membership to the Harmonize Your Practice enrollment for the month of October.
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If you have a class card be sure to adjust the start date of your HYP Membership to October 1, 2025
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If you have a membership please email us at thevalleyom@gmail.com to give us permission to put through the conversion fee to enroll you.
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Rates are as follows:
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Founders Members - $25 standard / $50 ALL IN
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Luxe Members - $10 standard / $30 ALL IN
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Mini Members - $75 standard / $100 ALL IN
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Annual Members - $25 standard / $50 ALL IN
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F A Q
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I need to complete ALL 21 classes in 31 days?
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A: It is NOT required that folks complete 21 classes, it is merely a fun little way to kickstart inspiration and commitment.
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Q: How or when do I receive my supplies?
A: Pick up will be in studio before October 1st. You will be notified via email when items are ready for pick up.
Q: What classes count towards to the 21?
A: ALL classes count - in-studio, LIVEstream, and those via The Virtual Om - regardless of length, style or intensity.
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Q: How do I gain access to the HYP Member Page and the WhatsApp group?
A: All details will be sent out via email before October 1st.
Q: Are members who have a reoccurring or annual membership eligible to participate?
A: Absolutely! Members that are on an auto renew or annual membership will have a conversion fee. Ask Sue what your conversion fee is based on your membership status.
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Q: How do I track my classes?
A. Two, count 'em, two tracking boards! One will be in-studio, loud and proud, and the other will be online. Tracking will be interactive between you and TVO Team to maintain accuracy.
Q: How do I gain access to The Virtual Om?
A: When your Harmonize Your Practice Membership becomes active on October 1st, you'll have access. To gain access head the Classes tab on our website and choose The Virtual Om, then login. Easy peasy!
Q: How long is registration open for Harominze Your Practice?
A: Registration remains open until October 10th, unless we sell out!