Katonah Yoga & Soul Seed
A Two-Part Masterclass for Artists
This two-part masterclass is designed to help artists reconnect body, mind, and creative spirit. As the year draws to a close, we’ll gather to move, breathe, and reflect — tending to the inner landscapes that sustain our art and our lives.
In Part I – Katonah Yoga®, teacher Marianna Kathryn will guide you through a practice rooted in Taoism and Chinese Medicine, where geometry meets breath and imagination. Through alignment and awareness, you’ll explore how structure and play support longevity, buoyancy, and radiance — so you don’t lose your mind in your body.
In Part II – Soul Seed, facilitator Tessie Herrasti leads a meditation and visualization inspired by the Wheel of the Year. With breathwork and gentle somatic movement, you’ll journey through your inner tree, calming the nervous system and planting seeds for creative renewal.
Together, these sessions offer a grounding and expansive experience — a moment to recalibrate, restore balance, and nurture your artistic resilience for the season ahead.
KATONAH YOGA
With Marianna Kathryn
Katonah Yoga® is based in Taosim and Chinese Medicine.
Some of the goals of this practice are Longevity = to not lose your mind in your body.
Supporting personal and communal well being by being well rounded & adjusted, buoyant, and radiant.
SOUL SEED
With Tessie Herrasti
As the year 2025 slowly draws to a close, it is time to tend to your inner grove.
In this masterclass, you will be guided through a meditation and visualization through your inner tree, inspired by the Wheel of the Year.
With breathwork and gentle somatic movement, we will calm the nervous system and prepare the soil of your being for renewal. Together, we will cultivate joy, balance, and resilience as we walk our creative path and plant the seeds for what is yet to come.
This masterclass is the introductory doorway into the full Soul Seed Workshop.
General Information and Requirements:
- Date: Thursday November 13 2025
- Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Place: The HOLA Office/Studio (107 Suffolk St, New York, NY 10002). In-person class.
- Please bring your own mat and dress in comfortable movement clothes.
- Maximum number of participants: 16.
- Duration: The master class will last approximately 2.5 hours.
- Please arrive 10 minutes before the start of the class. The class will start on time.
- You are required to be present during the whole session. Do not register if you cannot be present for the entire class.
- No one will be admitted once the class has started. NO EXCEPTIONS.
About the instructors:

Marianna Kathryn is a Katonah Yoga® teacher and professional organizer from Brazil, devoted to finding harmony between inner and outer spaces. With a practice rooted in the intersection of form and function, she guides students to align body, breath, and mind while also bringing clarity and balance into their living environments. Her approach invites both grounding and expansion—helping others cultivate homes and practices that support growth, creativity, and well-being.

Tessie Herrasti is a professional actress and writer who uses storytelling and ritual frameworks to foster human connection, emotional insight, mental wellness & transformational growth. With over eight years of experience as social-emotional and mental wellness facilitator, Tessie weaves her passion for the Fantasy genre, myth and folktales into her coaching practice. She invites others to step into their own hero’s or heroine’s journey, using storytelling as a path to strengthen emotional intelligence, deepen self-belonging, and foster a greater sense of connection to the world around them.
About HOLA Master Classes series:
HOLA Master Classes present exclusive opportunities for participants to learn from seasoned industry professionals in theater, film, television, streaming media, and voice-overs. Each immersive session delves into the nuances of the craft, guided by the expertise of distinguished instructors who have made their mark across stages, screens, and professional recording environments worldwide. Through focused instruction and practical exercises, aspiring talents hone their skills, receiving personalized feedback and insights that fuel their artistic growth.
HOLA Master Classes take place once a month and are offered at an affordable rate for the broader community—and they’re completely free for HOLA members.
HOLA y sus clases magistrales:
Las HOLA Master Classes presentan oportunidades exclusivas para que los participantes aprendan de profesionales experimentados en teatro, cine, televisión, medios de streaming y locución. Cada sesión inmersiva profundiza en los matices de cada disciplina, guiada por la experiencia de distinguidos instructores que han dejado su huella en escenarios, pantallas y entornos de grabación profesionales de todo el mundo. A través de instrucción enfocada y ejercicios prácticos, los talentos en ascenso perfeccionan sus habilidades, recibiendo retroalimentación personalizada y conocimientos que impulsan su crecimiento artístico.
Estas clases magistrales se realizan una vez al mes y se ofrecen a un precio asequible para la comunidad en general, además de ser completamente gratuitas para los miembros de HOLA.
Cancellation Policy:
- This complimentary offer for HOLA members is subject to limited availability. We ask that you register only if you can attend the entire event.
- In the event that you need to cancel your reservation, we kindly ask for your prompt notification with a minimum of 24 hours’ notice. Please send an email to inform us of your cancellation at education@holaofficial.org.
- Failure to provide timely notice or being a no-show will result in a 3-month restriction from participating in HOLA programming, starting from the event date.
- To register for events during the restriction period, a $35 penalty fee will be required to waive the restriction.
Política de cancelación:
- Esta oferta gratuita para los miembros de HOLA cuenta con plazas limitadas, por lo que les pedimos amablemente que se inscriban únicamente si están seguros de poder asistir al evento completo.
- Si necesitan cancelar, les solicitamos que nos notifiquen con al menos 24 horas de antelación enviando un correo electrónico a education@holaofficial.org
- La falta de notificación para cancelar dentro del plazo especificado o la inasistencia resultará en una restricción de 3 meses para participar en las actividades de HOLA.
- Si desea registrarse en eventos durante su período de restricción, tendrá que pagar una tarifa de penalización de $35 para evitar la restricción.
Photo Credits: Sofa portrait: Kirra Cheers. Headshot: Ellis Vizcarra

This program is made possible, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council, as well as by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature. We gratefully acknowledge the generous support of the Miranda Family Fund, Radio Drama Network, and the Rockefeller Brothers Fund for their private contributions to our 2024-2025 programming, fostering Hispanic and Latin artists who enrich our culture.
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