Yoga at the River’s Edge 2026

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).

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. During the week of May 25th, all donors will be sent an email with a unique code to use when registering for their free class.

 

New This Year! 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.

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/$16 per class
• Participants under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
• Please review this waiver. You will be required to agree to its terms when you purchase your ticket.

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CLASS LOCATIONS

• Rexhame Beach (in the dunes by the South River), at the end of Standish Street, Marshfield
• Couch Beach (via Couch Cemetery), 629 Union Street, Marshfield
• JPH Organization at Ferry Hill (formerly YWCA Marshfield), 76 Ferry Hill Road, Marshfield
• Driftway Conservation Park, 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. All registered participants will be contacted via email.

SAFETY

• For classes at Couch Beach, plan ahead for an approximately 0.3-mile walk over uneven terrain

 

WHAT TO BRING

Please bring a yoga mat. You may also like to have 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.

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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

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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 (Claire Manganello Memorial Class)

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

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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

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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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QUESTIONS?

Email Program Director Kezia Bacon at yoga@nsrwa.org

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Listen To Our Segment on WATD’s Boomer Being

In Spring 2024, NSRWA’s Yoga Program Director Kezia Bacon appeared on WATD 95.9 FM’s Boomer Being program to talk about Yoga at the River’s Edge, in a 5-minute segment. You can hear it right here.

Check Us Out on “Give Me The Good News!”

In July 2023, Yoga at the River’s Edge was featured in a segment of Harbor Media’s “Give Me The Good News,” produced by Brian Sullivan. Learn about our program’s history, meet our founder, and catch some glimpses of an actual Yoga at the River’s Edge class. All in 4 short minutes! Click here to view.

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Yoga Videos Available!

Thanks to NSRWA Correspondent and Yoga at the River’s Edge Founder Kezia Bacon for providing these virtual yoga sessions. It’s time to roll out your mat and give yourself some stretching, breathing, and relaxation!

Gentle Yoga Sequence
On YouTube

Guided Loving Kindness Meditation
On YouTube

Guided Breathing Meditation
On YouTube

Guided Count of Four Meditation
On YouTube

Dynamic Yoga for Kids and Adults
On YouTube