AUBURN – As part of its WELLNESS 101 Series, the YMCA will offer a free yoga class for members and nonmembers from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 12.

The class is free, but registration is required as class size is limited. Register by Tuesday, Dec. 11,by calling or stopping by the YMCA.

Jim Melloh will lead the yoga class that will use gentle poses and relaxation techniques that help participants slow down and make a mind and body connection.

Melloh is a certified Amrit Yoga instructor. He has been a member of the YMCA for 14 years and has also been practicing yoga for 14 years.

The YMCA emphasizes that no prior yoga experience is necessary and that all levels of yoga participants are welcome.

The WELLNESS 101 series is designed to introduce the principles of several wellness issues that face society today. The YMCA’s goal is to help individuals in the L/A community make informed and educated decisions on healthy lifestyles.

For more information on the class or other activities, call the YMCA at 795-4095, stop by at 62 Turner St., or visit www.alymca.com.