“Stories have to be told or they die, and when they die, we can't remember who we are or why we're here.”
~ Sue Monk Kidd
Welcome to the land where storytelling and yoga converge! Kathryn selects inspiring picks from her bookclub, The Inky Phoenix, and weaves lessons and characters from the pages into a storytelling journey within the four corners of your mat! No need to read the book before class (but highly recommend experiencing them when you can).
BROWSE OUR SELECTION OF ‘INKY PHOENIX PRESENTS’ CONTENT ON UNION.FIT
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AMERICAN GODS by Neil Gaiman
Move through sun and moon salutations inspired by Mad Sweeney, Shadow, and the Zorya sisters, then dive into the land of the dead as Laura Moon. Odin will take us on a one-eyed adventure through warrior poses, and Mr. Nancy will make us wish we had six more legs. Bilquis will inspire us to be open and sensual in our hips, as we close class with a candle meditation inspired by The Jinn.
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IN THE LIVES OF PUPPETS by TJ Klune
IN THE LIVES OF PUPPETS (our May 2023 pick): inspired by The Adventures of Pinocchio, TJ Klune's latest story is part Swiss Family Robinson, part WALL-E, and all heart. Join Kathryn as she weaves postures and sequences inspired by her favorite quotes from the book.
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THE HOUSE IN THE CERULEAN SEA, by TJ Klune
This book is one of The Inky Phoenix's all-time favorite novels, filled with delightful characters, magic, and beautiful queer representation. Join Kathryn as she leads you through sequences inspired by the unforgettable cast of characters: Sal, Talia, Phee, Theodore, Chauncey, and Lucy.
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ALL THE COLORS CAME OUT, by Kate Fagan
This practice is inspired by Kathryn's wife, Kate Fagan. ALL THE COLORS CAME OUT is Kate's gorgeous love letter to her father and his battle with ALS. Kathryn pulls from five of her favorite chapters, morphing the lessons into thoughtful yoga sequences
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THE COMFORT BOOK, by Matt Haig
A practice is inspired by NYT bestselling author Matt Haig's latest book, THE COMFORT BOOK. Kathryn takes a few of her favorite chapters and weaves them into an up-lifting vinyasa class that reminds us to be gentle with ourselves.
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UNTAMED, by Glennon Doyle
A vinyasa flow inspired by the global phenomenon, UNTAMED, by Glennon Doyle. Get ready to unleash your inner goddamn cheetah!