Free classes for the veteran & first responder community
Our specialized yoga classes are offered in veteran and first responder communities across Massachusetts. These classes offer a sense camaraderie and use evidence-based protocols to train the body and mind to become more resilient.
Classes listed below are free for veterans, service members, first responders and their families/caretakers.
To find a public class or special event visit Events.
Warrior Yoga Schedule
New participants should follow the prompts when booking to register for a Free WWYP Membership.
Instructions for new participants:
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The location of the class is listed directly below the instructor’s name. You can also use the filter to search for a specific class location. Choose Sign Up to reserve a spot in class.
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You’ll be promoted to create an account in our booking system (Wellness Living). Fill out all required fields and complete the liability waiver.
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Before you are able to book your first class, you will be asked to sign up or “purchase” a Free WWYP Membership. With this package linked to your account you can register for any of these classes plus gain access to our On Demand Library.
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After registering for class, a few automated emails are sent to the address you provide. At the time of signing up, and immediately after your first class, you will be sent a survey. All responses are anonymous. Kindly take a moment to complete these.
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Making booking your next class easy by downloading the Wellness Living Achieve App in the Apple Store or on Google. Alternatively, bookmark this page.
Frequently asked questions
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Yes. Our “Warrior” classes are exclusive and completely free to all veterans, service members, first responders (including retired), and their families and/or caretakers.
We are able to provide these classes free of charge with the support of foundations, sponsors and donors.
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We will provide yoga mats and any needed gear for the yoga sessions. However, if you happen to have your own mat you prefer to use, please bring that.
You may also want to bring water and an extra light layer of clothing depending on the time of year or what facility we are in.
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Wear comfortable fitting clothing that allow for movement. Gym shorts, athletic pants, sweats, yoga pants etc are preferable over jeans or slacks.
During class, we typically remove our shoes, and many may choose to remove their socks. If you plan to wear socks and have a pair that has grips on the bottom, those tend to offer more support than standard socks.
But, in short, don’t worry too much about what to wear.
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Use the above schedule to find a class and then click “book now”. New participants will be asked to create a profile on our booking system and sign up for a Free WWYP Membership. You can then register for our classes or get access to our On Demand Library.
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No. We do not ask for any proof or form (like DD214) in order for you to participate. These classes operate on the honor system. If we find that someone has been misrepresenting themselves as a veteran, service member, first responder or family member of, they will no longer be able to participate in our programs.
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A family member is typically a close relative such as a spouse, partner, parent of, sibling of or child (usually adult) of a Veteran, Service member or 1st Responder.
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A caregiver may be a non-family member who helps take care of, provides transportation for, or is a support-person to a Veteran or 1st Responder.
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No. We understand that the scope of need in this community extends to family members as well. For instance, if you are a spouse of a Veteran looking to benefit from one of our classes, you can attend on your own.