Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), a well-researched and widely endorsed therapeutic approach, skillfully combines mindfulness meditation and yoga to cultivate awareness and reduce stress, fostering profound mental and physical well-being.

Welcome To MBSR At Flow!

Find Greater Calm and Resilience with Mindfulness

Learn to reduce stress, ease anxiety, and live with greater calm:
✔ Build self-awareness
✔ Respond thoughtfully to stress
✔ Shift reactive habits into intentional actions

We are excited to announce the return of our Winter Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program, the renowned course developed by Jon Kabat-Zinn and taught worldwide. Recognized as the gold standard in mindfulness meditation training, MBSR is the most trusted and scientifically researched program of its kind, originally created at the University of Massachusetts Medical School.

What makes this offering even more special? Flow Yoga Center is the only place in the DMV offering MBSR in person. While virtual sessions were a necessity during the pandemic, we believe there’s nothing quite like the transformative experience of practicing MBSR together, face-to-face, in community.

Flow offers MBSR programs throughout the year, both in our studio and for corporate partners

What to Expect:  

Embark on a transformative journey with MBSR, incorporating meditation, mindful yoga, and inquiry to unravel stress-inducing habits of the mind. Each session provides an experiential journey within a supportive learning and practice environment. Guided meditations support practice outside of sessions, encouraging daily formal meditation and various informal exercises.


Dates:

  • FREE Info Sessions:

  • Fri. Dec. 12, 6-6:45pm at Flow (1450 P St. NW)

  • Wed. Dec. 17, 6:30-7:15pm on Zoom

  • Sun. Jan. 4, 6-6:45pm at Flow (1508 14th St. NW)

    *If you’re interested in joining one of these info sessions, reserve your free spot on our schedule.

    2026 Pricing

    Early Bird (thru January 3)

    • Flow Members $525

    • Non-Members $599

    Regular (January 4-28)

    • Flow Members $599

    • Non-Members$675

Dates: We are finalizing our dates and choosing either Sundays or Fridays. Please let us know which dates work best for you and will will finalize the week of Dec 17 and let you know!

Sundays

  • Sunday: February 1, 8, 15, 22 March 1, 8, 14, 22 , 29 at 1:30 - 4:00 PM (plus an all day retreat Sat March 14)

    or

  • Fridays: Feb 6, 13, 20, 27 March 6, 13,, 20, 27 at 6-8:30 PM (plus an all day retreat Sat March 14)

Who Can Benefit:

This course is for you if you are -

  • Facing Stressful Times: Build resilience for work and life.

  • Seeking Holistic Well-Being: Embrace mindfulness for balance.

  • Needing Coping Strategies: Learn practical tools for stress.

  • Aiming for Mental & Emotional Well-Being: Foster clarity.

  • Open to Growth: Experience transformation and mindful living.

Reserve Your Space

Meet Your Teacher: Janelle Mirabeau

Janelle Mirabeau, MSN, RN, CPHQ, CWMF, RYT-200, is a nurturing force in the realm of well-being, transitioning from a background in neurocritical care nursing to become a devoted advocate for the harmonious integration of yoga and meditation in healing. Her educational journey, encompassing undergraduate and graduate degrees from Swarthmore College, West Chester University, and the University of Pennsylvania, mirrors her holistic approach of both wellness and scientific understanding.

A 200hr Registered Yoga Teacher from Flow Yoga Center, Certified Workplace Mindfulness Facilitator from Mindful Leader, and MBSR Teacher - Level 1 recognized by Brown University's School of Professional Studies, Janelle brings a rich tapestry of expertise to guide you on your path to well-being. Rooted in a dedication to creating sanctuaries for mindfulness, restorative yoga, and overall wellness, Janelle is passionate about helping you navigate life's complexities or deepen your connection with your authentic self. Join her in the pursuit of stillness, where each breath becomes a source of strength and transformation.

Research conducted in the decades since MBSR was created shows that the majority of people who complete the program later report significant benefits, including an increased ability to deal with both short and long-term stress, decreases in both physical and physiological symptoms, a strong sense of relaxation.