Yoga at the River’s Edge 2026
June 6, 2026 @ 8:30AM — September 12, 2026 @ 10:20AM Eastern Time (US & Canada) Add to Calendar
Outdoor Gentle Yoga classes take place at various locations along the North and South Rivers. Saturdays, June 6 through September 12 (8:30-9:45 am) and select Wednesdays, June 17 through September 9 (mostly 6:30-7:45pm, with two exceptions). In addition, we are offering three “bonus” Nature-Based Meditation classes on June 13, July 25 and September 12 (10-10:15am). Offered free of charge after each class at Couch Beach, these provide an opportunity to learn simple meditation techniques in a beautiful outdoor setting.
This is the 30th season of our popular outdoor Gentle Yoga program! In recognition of this milestone, we are offering a FREE Yoga at the River's Edge Class to everyone who makes gift to membership! To qualify, membership donations must be made between January 1, 2026 and the end of the Yoga at the RIver's Edge Season. Just prior to the opening of the season, all donors will be sent an email with a unique code to use when registering for their free class.
Our team of certified yoga instructors continues to grow! This year we welcome Emma Boyle and Megan Scott, along with returning teachers Kezia Bacon, Marnie Bacon, Samantha Dormady, Mary Norton, Heather Quintal, Janine Susan, Rachel Thomas, Katherine Twigg, Mary Whidden, and Kathleen Young.
REGISTRATION
• Advance registration and payment required for each class. Cost is $16 per class.
• Review the full class schedule below. Then select the class you wish to attend from the tickets listed on the right.
• Please review this waiver. You will be required to agree to its terms when you purchase your ticket.
CLASS LOCATIONS
• Rexhame Beach (in the dunes by the South River) - end of Standish Street, Marshfield
• Couch Beach (on the North River via Couch Cemetery) - 629 Union Street, Marshfield
• JPH Organization at Ferry Hill (on Little's Creek / formerly YWCA Marshfield) - 76 Ferry Hill Road, Marshfield • RAIN OR SHINE
• Driftway Conservation Park (on Herring River) - 250 Driftway, Scituate
PARKING
• Rexhame classes: Parking is free with a Marshfield Beach Sticker. All others must pay $1 to park, and depart immediately after class.
• All other classes: Parking is free.
WEATHER CANCELLATIONS
• Classes are cancelled on rainy days. The decision will be made 1-2 hours before scheduled start time. Classes at JPHO Ferry Hill are offered rain or shine with an indoor option.
SAFETY
• For classes at Couch Beach, please wear sturdy walking shoes for an approximately 0.3-mile walk over uneven terrain.
WHAT TO BRING
Please bring a yoga mat. You may also like a blanket to place under your mat to accommodate your outstretched arms and legs. Dress in layers — the temperature can change quickly as the sun rises or as clouds move in. Other supplies to consider: drinking water, bug repellant, sunscreen, hat, sunglasses.
2026 CLASS SCHEDULE
JUNE
Saturday, June 6 • 8:30-9:45am • Megan Scott at Rexhame Dunes, Marshfield
Saturday, June 13 • 8:30-9:45am • Kezia Bacon at Couch Beach, Marshfield
Saturday, June 13 • 10-10:15am • (free) Nature-Based Meditation with Megan Scott at Couch Beach, Marshfield
Wednesday, June 17 • 6:30-7:45pm • Kezia Bacon at Rexhame Dunes, Marshfield
Saturday, June 20 • 8:30-9:45am • Emma Boyle at Rexhame Dunes, Marshfield
Wednesday, June 24 • 6:30-7:45pm • Marnie Bacon at Rexhame Dunes, Marshfield
Saturday, June 27 • 8:30-9:45am • Katherine Twigg at Rexhame Dunes, Marshfield
JULY
Wednesday, July 1 • 6:30-7:45pm • Samantha Dormady at Rexhame Dunes, Marshfield
Saturday, July 11 • 8:30-9:45am • Mary Whidden at Rexhame Dunes, Marshfield
Wednesday, July 15 • 6:30-7:45pm • Marnie Bacon at Rexhame Dunes, Marshfield
Saturday, July 18 • 8:30-9:45am • Rachel Thomas at Rexhame Dunes, Marshfield
Saturday, July 25 • 8:30-9:45am • Kezia Bacon at Couch Beach, Marshfield
Saturday, July 25 • 10-10:15am • (free) Nature-Based Meditation with Megan Scott at Couch Beach, Marshfield
Wednesday, July 29 • 6:30-7:45pm • Kathleen Young at Rexhame Dunes, Marshfield
AUGUST
Saturday, August 1 • 8:30-9:45am • Janine Susan at JPHO Ferry Hill, Marshfield (rain or shine)
Saturday, August 8 • 8:30-9:45am • Mary Norton at Driftway Conservation Park, Scituate
Wednesday, August 12 • 6:30-7:45pm • Heather Quintal at Rexhame Dunes, Marshfield
Saturday, August 15 • 8:30-9:45am • Mary Whidden at Rexhame Dunes, Marshfield
Saturday, August 22 • 8:30-9:45am • Kathleen Young at Rexhame Dunes, Marshfield
Wednesday, August 26 • 6:30-7:45pm • Janine Susan at Rexhame Dunes, Marshfield
Saturday, August 29 • 8:30-9:45am • Samantha Dormady at Rexhame Dunes, Marshfield
SEPTEMBER
Wednesday, September 2 • 6-7:30pm • Marnie Bacon at Rexhame Dunes, Marshfield
Saturday, September 5 • 8:30-9:45am • Megan Scott at JPHO Ferry Hill, Marshfield (rain or shine)
Wednesday, September 9 • 6-7:30pm • Katherine Twigg at Rexhame Dunes, Marshfield
Saturday, September 12 • 8:30-9:45am: Kezia Bacon at Couch Beach, Marshfield
Saturday, September 12 • 10-10:15am • (free) Nature-Based Meditation with Megan Scott at Couch Beach, Marshfield
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