Moving into Connection and Wholeness
Compassionate Support for your Body, Mind, Heart, and Soul
Gail creates a safe space to delve into, uncover places of constriction or imbalance, and move towards vibrant well-being in all aspects of who you are; body, mind, heart, and soul. Gail’s offerings include one-on-one yoga and/or spiritual coaching - “Soul Sessions, yoga and/or meditation classes and workshops, and Embodied Spiritual Practice workshops within Jewish and non-religious contexts.
“Gail Gurewitz is an extraordinary yoga teacher. A former professional ballet dancer, Gail brings grace, strength, and a deep knowledge of the body to her teaching. She is deeply grounded in the principles of yoga and shares her spiritual perspective in every class. I have been taking classes from Gail for ten years. As a teacher she is warm, encouraging, and approachable. I love Gail’s classes!” -Susan R.
“There is a vitality, a life force, a quickening that is translated through you into action, and because there is only one of you in all time, this expression is unique . . . keep the channel open.”
— Martha Graham
Upcoming Offerings:
Embodied Spiritual Practice Workshop
Embody the Winter Solstice and Prepare for Hanukkah
Saturday, December 21, 10am to 12: 15 pm
in Person at 333 Cortland
Embrace the depth of winter with a transformative Embodied Spiritual Practice designed to honor the Winter Solstice and prepare for the light and renewal of Hanukkah. In sacred community, we will gather with Gail Gurewitz to recognize the longest night and honor the cycles of darkness and light within us. Through reflection on themes of Hanukkah—hope, perseverance, and miracles—this practice invites participants to connect to both ancient and personal sources of resilience and inner light, while offering a safe space to feel the full spectrum of emotions. This special time is an invitation to welcome the turning of the season, embracing rest, and nurturing our inner fire.
Our time together will weave prayer, sharing, gentle yoga, and moving meditation. Anchoring ourselves in the earth, heart, and spirit, each breath and movement becomes a prayer or offering to sustain us through the winter season.
Come as you are to celebrate the sacred rhythm of darkness and light, and leave with renewed inspiration to carry forward into winter’s quiet embrace. This workshop is for all bodies and abilities.
Please bring: Yoga gear, meditation or other pillow, a tallit, notepad or journal
Join us on the Winter Solstice to experience and embody the essence of the Hanukkah
When: Saturday, December 21, 10:00-12:30 pm
Where: Bernal Heights, location to be determined
*Our home on Cortland Ave is a building which requires climbing 21 steps to access. If this poses a barrier to entry for you, but you wish to attend any of our events, please email rabbifaryn@orshalomsf.org with at least 5 days' notice. We will seek a change of venue.
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✨ R & R RETREAT ~ RETURN TO BALANCE ✨
Join us for a rejuvenating escape at our healing home away from home in Rough and Ready, CA.
This transformative retreat offers a harmonious blend of yoga, meditation, and nature, designed to nourish body, mind, heart and soul.
Immerse yourself in daily all-level yoga sessions that harmonize mind and body, and experience profound opening and returning to yourself through guided meditation. Explore breathtaking hiking trails that invite reflection and connection with nature. Foster a sense of community through shared experiences and contemplative discussions, and enjoy nourishing organic meals to fuel your journey.
Rediscover balance and serenity in the heart of nature. Reserve your spot today and embark on a transformative journey to peace and well-being! ✨
This intimate retreat is limited to 8 people, with lots of in-person individualized attention!
Retreat includes:
2 yoga classes per day
Guided meditations / moving meditations
All meals and accommodations
Hot tub and (unheated) pool
Hiking trails @ Yuba River and Deer Creek Tribute Trail
When: Friday, 3:00 pm September 12 - Sunday, 4:00 pm, September 14, 2025
Where: Our home in Rough & Ready, CA