2025 Solstice in Times Square: Mind of Madness Yoga

Solstice in Times Square: Experienced yogis and first-timers alike are welcome to join us in-person for one of seven classes throughout the day.

While you register, please consider donating to the Times Square Alliance's outreach services to help vulnerable people in Times Square struggling with homelessness, mental health needs, and substance abuse issues. Our outreach services meet individuals where they are in partnership with area social service providers with the ultimate goal to connect them to the services they need. Since all Solstice classes are free, consider a donation equal to the amount you would normally pay for a yoga class (ex. $25, $15, $10).

Can't make it in person? Join us virtually by livestreaming any or all of the seven classes. All classes will stream on TSQ.org/Solstice via YouTube and on Facebook. There is no need to register on Humanitix if you are not joining us in person.

Event Information

To register for a class, click the orange "REGISTER" button in the top right corner. You can choose your class time from the list of available classes, AFTER you click "CHECKOUT." Please note, each person must have their own ticket, and each person is allotted ONE class for the whole day. After you have finished the registration process, you should receive a confirmation email from Humanitix with a QR code and link that will take you to your ticket. For contactless check-in, please have your QR/ticket ready to scan on your smart device or printed out on the day of the event.

For more info and Frequently Asked Questions about Solstice in Times Square, visit TSQ.org/Solstice.

Share your Solstice photos and experiences using #SolsticeTSq via Twitter and Instagram, @TimesSquareNYC.

Class Schedule

7:30am – 8:30am Class, Instructed by Aditi Shah, Presented by Consulate General of India, New York

Aditi Shah is a wellness expert, speaker, and creative who is passionate about mental health, community and storytelling. She is a founding instructor of the meditation and yoga programs at Peloton as well as the director of wellness for the impact magazine The Shift. As a multi-hyphenate at the intersection of fitness, wellness and culture, she fosters deep connections and empowers individuals to live authentic and fulfilling lives. Her work has been featured on the Today Show, Shape, Vogue, Well + Good and more.

9:30am – 10:30am Class, Instructed by Phyllicia Victoria, Presented by Gaiam

Phyllicia Victoria is an artist, yoga/ pilates instructor, wellness influencer and sound bath facilitator based in San Diego/NYC but can be found worldwide. Previously an elementary art teacher with her masters in fine art painting- yoga has translated into a moving art and meditation for her. She has been practicing yoga since she was 17 and decided to dive deep into her practice and received her yoga teacher certification in 2016. Phyllicia loves teaching dynamic vinyasa flows, Pilates mat classes that will make all the muscles burn in the most eloquent way, meditative soundbaths that will let you tap into your inner peace, and everything inbetween. Phyllicia’s mission is to inspire health and wellness in every individual in an accessible way. She uses her voice to share her journey showing how to live by following the vibration of your heart. 

11:30am – 12:30pm Class, Instructed by Riva Gdanski

Riva Gdanski is a certified Yoga, Pilates, & Functional Mobility Specialist based near NYC. She has been sharing her love of mindful movement & healthy living for over 15 years as an instructor, contributing writer, & content creator.

Riva’s classes creatively combine strength, flexibility, breath & awareness.

She created her wellness app, RENEW with Riva to share her customized Yoga, Pilates, Mobility & Meditation classes with members globally.

In addition to teaching private sessions in person and virtually on her app, Riva also enjoys leading sessions at festivals, workshops, and events all over the world.

1:30pm – 2:30pm Class, Instructed by Victoria Gibbs

Victoria began her yoga journey fourteen years ago, and her passion for the practice has shaped her into a dedicated health and wellness entrepreneur, yoga athlete, and instructor—all while bravely managing lupus. A Dartmouth College graduate and former financier, she believes in the transformative mind-body benefits of yoga and is committed to inspiring devoted yogis, lupus warriors, and health and wellness enthusiasts through her teaching and engaging content. Today, she shares her journey to empower others on their paths to well-being.

3:30pm – 4:30pm Class, Instructed by Eddie Stern

Eddie Stern is a yoga teacher, author, and researcher from New York City. He is the author of Healing Through Breathing, Four Lessons for Lasting Health and Happiness, an Audible Original, as well as the best-selling One Simple Thing, A New Look at the Science of Yoga and How it can Change Your Life. With an extensive background of over thirty-five years in yoga, science, health, and education, Eddie has developed a multi-disciplinary approach to yoga called Yoga Sangraha, which includes studying traditional texts and combining the application of their practices to spiritual growth, healthcare, scientific research, technology, and collaboration. His school, Broome Street Yoga, is housed in a small Hindu temple, The Broome Street Ganesha Temple, in SoHo.

5:30pm - 6:30pm Class, Instructed by Shayla Quinn

Shayla Quinn is a yoga and meditation teacher, wellness content creator, and host of The Yoga Inspired Life Podcast. this New York City based L.A. native is on a mission to help others step into their power, find their flow, and create lives they truly love living. With over a decade of experience, Shayla blends traditional yoga philosophy with modern mindset tools to guide students through personal transformation and intentional living. Through her platform, Activate Align Expand, she offers accessible practices and programs to support growth from the inside out. Shayla is known for her grounded energy, relatable wisdom, and ability to hold space for deep connection and lasting change.

7:30pm – 8:30pm Class, Instructed by Douglass Stewart

Douglass has been teaching yoga since 2001. He is the co-founder of Yoga in Times Square, celebrating the Summer Solstice by uniting the community of yoga enthusiasts around the world. He has received the Community Center Service Award for volunteering his yoga classes at the Lesbian and Gay Community Center. Douglass teaches at the Ishta Yoga Center, including the Teachers Training. He teaches yoga at Om City Yoga and currently leads meditation and the PPOW Gallery.