Yoga enthusiasts are invited to the Wichita Art Museum, 1400 W. Museum Blvd., to learn the art of stretching.

The museum is taking reservations now for a May 19 yoga class in the museums Farha Great Hall under Dale Chihulys Confetti chandelier.

The class, open to all ages and all levels of yoga, will be lead by registered Vinyasa yoga teacher Amanda Assaf. She will use positions inspired by artwork in the museums collection. Participants will need to bring their own mat. Doors will open at 8:15 a.m., with the class from 8:30 to 9:45 a.m.

Its another way to get people who wouldnt normally come into the museum, said Debbie Deuser, museum membership manager. We have a great space for yoga with lots of room.

Museums nationwide, including those in Baltimore, Cincinnati and New York, are hosting yoga classes among their artwork. This is the first time the Wichita Art Museum has offered such a class.

If the class is popular, we will continue offering it, Deuser said. Organizers will consider offering monthly sessions, possibly themed around exhibitions.

Cost for the class is $10. Space is limited, and registration is required. Call 316-268-4985.

Reach Olivia Burress at oburress@wichitaeagle.com.

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