Jessica Lohrey

In yoga traditions across India, mantras have long been used to steady the mind, open the heart, and harmonize our inner world with the greater universe. One of the most beloved and widely shared mantras today is: Lokāḥ Samastāḥ Sukhino Bhavantu (Pronounced lo-kah ha sa-ma-stah ha su-khi-no bha-van-tu ) This mantra has become part of the soul of our community at Oxford Community Yoga—offered at the end of classes, workshops, retreats, and moments when we gather in collective intention. When...

At Oxford Community Yoga, we talk a lot about practice—how it shapes our bodies, calms our minds, and opens our hearts. But yoga is not just postural practice. It’s a rich, ancient tree with many branches, and each of us finds our way into it through different leaves, textures, and pathways. On Friday, November 21 from 6:30–8:00 pm , we’ll gather at the studio for something new to our space: Kirtan , a joyful expression of Bhakti Yoga , and a beautiful way to experience yoga off the mat...

Traveling the world is something so many of us dream of doing, yet the thought of going it alone can feel overwhelming. Some people are single and don’t want to travel with a group of strangers. Others may be married, but their spouse doesn’t share the same passion for travel or yoga. For women especially, the idea of exploring a faraway country alone can feel daunting.