Island Arts

Kundalini Yoga
2025-08-13 09:00 - 10:30 (America/New_York) | Island Arts Center, 1127 US Rte 2, North Hero, 05474, United States
Time: Wednesday mornings 9-10:30
Camp Ingalls:
Aug 27
Island Arts Center:
Aug 13, 20
Cost: $15 suggested donation at the door (cash, venmo, check)
Join Kim Muncil for one or all ten Kundalini yoga classes. She will offer a few different themes this year.
Her first two classes of the season will focus on the Heart Chakra. Weeks 3-6 will focus on developing a
strong mind and nervous system. The final 4 weeks will focus on breath technology. Each class will
include breathwork, a yoga set, gong relaxation, and a meditation or chant. No experience is necessary. A
limited number of mats will be available for use.
(In partnership with North Hero Parks and Recreation and Island Arts)
Kim Muncil
Kim is a native of Vermont and returns each summer to North Hero with her husband Bob. She is a 500 hr certified Kundalini Yoga and meditation teacher and a certified Yin Yoga teacher. Her mission is to share the tools of yoga wherever she goes because the practice of yoga (particularly Kundalini Yoga) has had such a positive influence on her life. Prior to retirement Kim taught elementary school for 34 years.

Tai Chi
2025-05-28 16:00 - 17:00 (Asia/Dubai) | Island Arts Center, 1127 US Rte 2, North Hero, 05474, United States
Tai ChiDate and Time: Every Wednesday from May 28 – September 3, 2025, 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Instructor: Rob Rousseau
Location: Island Arts Center, 1127 U.S. Rte. 2, N. Hero
Tickets: Free, Donations to Island Arts appreciated
Prior to attending class, please call Rob Rousseau to register or for more information at 802-373-0947.
Join us in Tai Chi for health and relaxation. New students are always welcome.Tai Chi is, literally, the connecting of individual energy to the universe energy through a series of movements. Moving simply and letting go of our own blocks allows Chi, or energy, to flow.
QiGong is a method of movement from which Tai Chi and a plethora of other movements have evolved.
Classes held outside weather permitting; otherwise, class will move inside the barn.
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The Art of Breathing
2025-08-14 18:00 - 19:15 (America/New_York) | Island Arts Center, 1127 US Rte 2, North Hero, 05474, United States
The Art of Breathing
Date and Time: Thursday August 14, 2025; 6pm – 7:15pm
Instructor: Kim and Bob Muncil
Location: Island Arts Center, 1127 US Rt 2, North Hero, Vermont 05474
Cost: $25 at the door (cash, check, venmo)
For planning purposes please sign-up below and email to register ahead at: kimberlymuncil@gmail.com
Yoga breathing is not just for yoga students and it is not taught only in yoga classes. Yoga
breathing consists of different techniques that can be used by anyone at any age to improve
their health and well being. It is strengthening and coordinating our breathing muscles and
making the mind/body connection stronger. Some breath techniques help to balance the nervous
system. Some techniques help to relax the body and others help to energize the body.
In this workshop you will learn a variety of breathing techniques so that you can have a direct
effect on your nervous system, stress level, sleep patterns, digestion, heart rate, and more.
You will leave the workshop with techniques to begin utilizing immediately. You will also gain
an awareness of your current breathing with breath tests that you can continue to use as a way
of measuring your progress.
Kim Muncil is a certified breath coach, yoga practitioner, and meditation instructor.
Bob is a certified yoga and meditation instructor.
Kim is a native of Vermont and returns each summer to North Hero with her husband Bob. She is a 500 hr certified Kundalini Yoga and meditation teacher and a certified Yin Yoga teacher. Her mission is to share the tools of yoga wherever she goes because the practice of yoga (particularly Kundalini Yoga) has had such a positive influence on her life. Prior to retirement Kim taught elementary school for 34 years.
Bob loves fishing and playing pickleball in North Hero in the summertime. He is a certified Yin Yoga and meditation teacher and has experienced the benefits they offer to his aging and athletic body; and for quieting his busy mind. Bob is also an Interventionist and Recovery Coach and has been sober for 31 years. He has made it his mission in retirement to share the benefits of yoga, meditation, and sobriety wherever he goes. Prior to retirement Bob worked for 35 years in the business world.
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Introduction to Alexander Technique
2025-08-15 16:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | 34 Cardinal Lane, South Hero VT, 34 Cardinal Lane, South Hero, VT
Introduction to Alexander TechniqueDate/time: Friday, Aug 15, 2025; 4 pm to 5 pm
Location: Studio above garage at 34 Cardinal Lane, South Hero
Instructor: Sue Collinson
Cost: $15
The Alexander Technique, which is taught internationally, seeks to help students find ease of movement by releasing habit patterns that interfere with everyday functioning. It is very useful to musicians and anyone seeking improved mastery and presence.
Sue Collinson is a graduate of the Institute for The Alexander Technique and a member of The American Society for The Alexander Technique.
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Yin Yoga for All
2025-08-11 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | 1769 South End RD, North Hero Camp Ingalls, 1769 South End Road, North Hero, VT
Day/Time: Monday 9:00 – 10:00 AM
Date/Location: August 11, 18
Island Arts Barn, 1127 US Rte 2 North Hero, VT
Cost: $10 suggested donation at the door (cash, check, venmo)
Yin Yoga is a contemplative practice that targets the connective tissues of the body such as tendons, ligaments, and the deep fascia network. This practice consists of going into a pose, finding stillness, and then connecting to the breath while holding the pose for 3-4 minutes. Most poses are seated poses similar to stretching poses. This is a great practice for people with an active mind as well as an active body. If you are new to yoga this is a wonderful place to start.
A limited number of mats will be available for use.
(In partnership with North Hero Parks and Recreation and Island Arts)
For Beginner, Aging, Active, and Athletic
Bob Muncil
Bob loves fishing and playing pickleball in North Hero in the summertime. He is a certified Yin Yoga and meditation teacher and has experienced the benefits they offer to his aging and athletic body; and for quieting his busy mind. Bob is also an Interventionist and Recovery Coach and has been sober for 31 years. He has made it his mission in retirement to share the benefits of yoga, meditation, and sobriety wherever he goes. Prior to retirement Bob worked for 35 years in the business world.

Kundalini Yoga
2025-08-20 09:00 - 10:30 (America/New_York) | Island Arts Center, 1127 US Rte 2, North Hero, 05474, United States
Time: Wednesday mornings 9-10:30
Island Arts Center:
Aug 20
Camp Ingalls:
Aug 27
Cost: $15 suggested donation at the door (cash, venmo, check)
Join Kim Muncil for one or all ten Kundalini yoga classes. She will offer a few different themes this year. Her first two classes of the season will focus on the Heart Chakra. Weeks 3-6 will focus on developing a strong mind and nervous system. The final 4 weeks will focus on breath technology. Each class will include breathwork, a yoga set, gong relaxation, and a meditation or chant.
No experience is necessary. A limited number of mats will be available for use.
(In partnership with North Hero Parks and Recreation and Island Arts)
Kim Muncil
Kim is a native of Vermont and returns each summer to North Hero with her husband Bob. She is a 500 hr certified Kundalini Yoga and meditation teacher and a certified Yin Yoga teacher. Her mission is to share the tools of yoga wherever she goes because the practice of yoga (particularly Kundalini Yoga) has had such a positive influence on her life. Prior to retirement Kim taught elementary school for 34 years.

Yin Yoga for All
2025-06-23 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | 1769 South End RD, North Hero Camp Ingalls, 1769 South End Road, North Hero, VT
Day/Time: Monday 9:00 – 10:00 AM
Date/Location: June 23, 30, July 14, 21, 28, Aug 4, 25 no class July 7
Camp Ingalls 1769 South End Rd, North Hero, VT
Cost: $10 suggested donation at the door (cash, check, venmo)
(In partnership with North Hero Parks and Recreation and Island Arts)
For Beginner, Aging, Active, and Athletic
Yin Yoga is a contemplative practice that targets the connective tissues of the body such as tendons, ligaments, and the deep fascia network. This practice consists of going into a pose, finding stillness, and then connecting to the breath while holding the pose for 3-4 minutes. Most poses are seated poses similar to stretching poses. This is a great practice for people with an active mind as well as an active body. If you are new to yoga this is a wonderful place to start.
A limited number of mats will be available for use.
Bob Muncil
Bob loves fishing and playing pickleball in North Hero in the summertime. He is a certified Yin Yoga and meditation teacher and has experienced the benefits they offer to his aging and athletic body; and for quieting his busy mind. Bob is also an Interventionist and Recovery Coach and has been sober for 31 years. He has made it his mission in retirement to share the benefits of yoga, meditation, and sobriety wherever he goes. Prior to retirement Bob worked for 35 years in the business world.

Kundalini Yoga
2025-08-27 09:00 - 10:30 (America/New_York) | 1769 South End RD, North Hero Camp Ingalls, 1769 South End Road, North Hero, VT
Time: Wednesday mornings 9-10:30
Location: Camp Ingalls
Cost: $15 suggested donation at the door (cash, venmo, check)
Join Kim Muncil for one or all ten Kundalini yoga classes. She will offer a few different themes this year. Her first two classes of the season will focus on the Heart Chakra. Weeks 3-6 will focus on developing a strong mind and nervous system. The final 4 weeks will focus on breath technology. Each class will include breathwork, a yoga set, gong relaxation, and a meditation or chant.
No experience is necessary. A limited number of mats will be available for use.
(In partnership with North Hero Parks and Recreation and Island Arts)
Kim Muncil
Kim is a native of Vermont and returns each summer to North Hero with her husband Bob. She is a 500 hr certified Kundalini Yoga and meditation teacher and a certified Yin Yoga teacher. Her mission is to share the tools of yoga wherever she goes because the practice of yoga (particularly Kundalini Yoga) has had such a positive influence on her life. Prior to retirement Kim taught elementary school for 34 years.

Tai Chi
2026-05-28 16:00 - 17:00 (Asia/Dubai) | Island Arts Center, 1127 US Rte 2, North Hero, 05474, United States
Tai ChiDate and Time: Every Thursday from May 28 – September 3, 2026, 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Instructor: Rob Rousseau
Location: Island Arts Center, 1127 U.S. Rte. 2, N. Hero
Tickets: Free, Donations to Island Arts appreciated
Prior to attending class, please call Rob Rousseau to register or for more information at 802-373-0947.
Join us in Tai Chi for health and relaxation. New students are always welcome.Tai Chi is, literally, the connecting of individual energy to the universe energy through a series of movements. Moving simply and letting go of our own blocks allows Chi, or energy, to flow.
QiGong is a method of movement from which Tai Chi and a plethora of other movements have evolved.
Classes held outside weather permitting; otherwise, class will move inside the barn.
Classes are also held every Monday and Wednesday at 4:00 pm, and every Tuesday and Friday at 9:00 am at the Congregational Church of South Hero, 24 South St. in South Hero, VT
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Yoga Solstice Celebration
2026-06-21 09:30 - 10:45 UTC | North Hero House Pier, 3671 US-2, North Hero, VT, 05474
Yoga Solstice Celebration
North Hero House Pier
(Community Hall if it is rainy or cold)
Sunday June 21
9:30 am – 10:45 am
By donation for Island Arts
Celebrate the light of the season and the beginning of summer at our Summer Solstice Celebration! Join Kim and Bob Muncil and special guest, Laleh Nader, at the North Hero House pier where we will be surrounded by the breathtaking view of Lake Champlain.
The event will include gentle yoga movements and breath to awaken the body, uplift the spirit, and align with the radiant energy of the sun. Vocalist, Laleh Nader, will carry us deeper into presence with performances, soulful chanting, and sing-a-longs that will invite connection and joy for this special time.
No experience is necessary. Participants should dress in comfy clothes and bring a yoga mat. (Some mats will be available for use and there will also be some chairs available).
This event is by donation at the door; cash, check, or venmo.
All proceeds will support Island Arts programming.
All are welcome. 🌞
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Yin Yoga for All
2026-06-22 09:00 - 10:00 (America/New_York) | Island Arts Center, 1127 US Rte 2, North Hero, 05474, United States
Yin Yoga for All (Beginner, Aging, Active, and Athletic) with Bob Muncil
Island Arts Barn
June 22- Aug 31 (No class July 6 and Aug 3)
Monday mornings 9-10
$10 donation (cash, check, venmo at the door)
Yin Yoga is a contemplative practice that targets the connective tissues of the body such as tendons, ligaments, and the deep fascia network. This practice consists of going into a pose, finding stillness, and then connecting to the breath while holding the pose for 3-4 minutes. Most poses are seated poses similar to stretching poses. This is a great practice for people with an active mind as well as an active body. If you are new to yoga this is a wonderful place to start.
Bob is a certified Yin Yoga and meditation instructor. No experience necessary. No registration required. Just drop in. A limited number of mats will be available for use.

Kundalini Yoga with Kim Muncil
2026-06-24 09:00 - 10:30 (America/New_York) | Island Arts Center, 1127 US Rte 2, North Hero, 05474, United States
Kundalini Yoga with Kim Muncil
Island Arts Barn
June 24, 2026 – Sept 2, 2026 (No class July 8 and Aug 5)
Wednesday mornings 9:00-10:30
$15 donation (cash, check, venmo at the door)

Kundalini Yoga is an ancient practice that includes movement, breathwork, meditation, and chanting. Each class has a theme and so each class is very different. Classes are designed yoga sets (kriyas) that work on specific physical, emotional, and mental aspects of the body. It is a beautiful practice that will raise your energy and touch your heart. Kim’s classes include live music and end with a gong relaxation. Kim is a 500 hr Kundalini and meditation instructor as well as a certified breath coach. No experience is necessary. No registration required. Just drop in. A limited number of yoga mats are available to use.

Shamanic Journeying
2026-07-10 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Green TARA Space, 3275 US Rte 2, North Hero, VT, 05474, United States
Shamanic Journeying
Introduction to Shamanic Journeying
Date/Time: Friday, July 10, 2026; 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Location: GreenTARA Space; 3275 US-2, North Hero, VT
Cost: By Donation
RSVP: bhopvt@gmail.com or 802-922-8905
A Path to the Sacred: An Invitation to Shamanic Journeying
This is an invitation to the part of you that is curious about the mystery and magic just beneath the surface of everyday life. Whether this is your first time exploring the spirit worlds or you are a seasoned traveler, you are welcome here. We invite you to explore Shamanic Journeying—a way to connect with dimensions of reality that exist alongside our own.
What is Shamanic Journeying?
For those new to this, think of it as a form of “active dreaming.” By following the steady, rhythmic beat of a drum or rattle, we enter a natural trance state of awareness. This helps us shift our focus away from the noise of daily life so we can listen to the wisdom of the spirit realm. It is a simple, ancient practice used by people all over the world to find deeper meaning and connection.
The Gift of a Spirit Guide
In our time together, you will learn the basics of journeying and then have the opportunity to meet a compassionate helping spirit.
Meeting a spirit guide is about finding a wise and loving ally. This relationship offers a sense of partnership that reminds you that you don’t have to navigate life’s challenges alone. This connection helps your perspective widen and your heart soften, giving you a greater sense of purpose. As you get to know your guides, you begin to remember your own true nature, allowing your “heartlight” to shine a little more brightly in your daily life.
If there is interest, we look forward to growing this community through continued gatherings.
Beth Hopwood is a shamanic healing practitioner who facilitates workshops and individual sessions designed to connect seekers with spirit guides, allies, and ancestral wisdom. Her journey to this work followed a successful corporate career in New York City and Northern California, where she held key roles at companies including Apple and Clorox. This background provides a uniquely grounded foundation for her spiritual practice, blending leadership with an ancient healing tradition.
A deeply trained facilitator, Beth completed a three-year Practitioner Training and a two-year Spiritual Facilitator program “Ennobling of the Heart’, led by Julie Kramer. Her lineage of study includes work with Sandra Ingerman and Betsy Bergstrom who specializes in compassionate depossession. Through her workshops, Beth guides others in meeting the allies and wisdom-keepers of the spirit realm to foster healing and growth.
