DIA DE LA MEMORIA
Saturday, October 31st | 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Hosted by Melissa Cortez | Located in our Yoga Asana Room
EVENT EXPERIENCE
Rooted in the Mexican tradition of Día de los Muertos, Día de la Memoria is an evening of remembrance, movement, connection, and celebration.
Traditionally observed in the first days of November, Día de los Muertos offers a beautiful opportunity to honor those who have passed while keeping their memories alive through story, ritual, food, music, and community. While this gathering is inspired by Mexican tradition and culture, people of all backgrounds are warmly invited to participate and honor the family members, friends, ancestors, or beloved pets they continue to carry with them.
Together, we will create a community ofrenda, share memories of those we are honoring, and move through gentle, intentional yoga and meditation. There will be space for reflection and connection, with opportunities to share without any pressure or expectation to speak.
As the evening unfolds, we will transition from remembrance into celebration through music, free-flow movement and dance, traditional homemade treats, Mexican-inspired beverages, and other goodies to enjoy together.
Guests are invited to bring a photo of a loved one they would like to honor and, if desired, a small meaningful item or offering to place on the community ofrenda.
All backgrounds, traditions, and experiences with grief and remembrance are welcome.
MEET YOUR EVENT HOSTWHAT TO BRING
Wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat, photo of a loved one; optional small item/offering for the ofrenda. Arrive to the studio 10 minutes early for check-in and to get settled in.
Yogalution Movement & Wellness Event Host
MELISSA CORTEZ
Melissa is a certified Yoga Teacher and holistic wellness practitioner with a background in Kinesiology and Sport Psychology. Born and raised in Long Beach, with deep roots in the city and in her Mexican American heritage, she brings a strong sense of community, culture, and connection into the spaces she creates.
Her yoga journey began in 2012, growing from a lifelong relationship with sports and movement and a deep interest in the connection between the body and mind. Over time, her path expanded beyond yoga into Embodied Mindfulness, Reiki, assisted stretching and bodywork, Yoga Nidra, meditation, and other restorative practices.
Melissa’s approach weaves together movement, mindfulness, and embodied awareness to support greater self-connection, ease, and overall well-being. Whether through yoga, stretching,
meditation, energy work, or community gatherings, she creates welcoming spaces that invite people to slow down, listen inward, reconnect with their bodies, and meet themselves with greater compassion.
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