RESTORATIVE YOGA ....THE ART OF SAVASANA with Cecelia Rice
Friday, 2/10/2012
From: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
"CHANGING THE WORLD ONE SAVASANA AT A TIME" We will engage in Pranayama {breath techniques} and gentle mindful yoga movement to begin the Relaxation Journey. Followed by a sequence of poses supported by bolsters, blankets and blocks to open the mind and body to become the receiver rather than the doer and experience deep rest [different from sleep]. We will talk about the philosophy and the elements of an Authentic Savasana and then experience the varied forms of Supported Savasana -in a safe atmosphere of warmth, quiet, calm.
This class is appropriate for all levels of Yoga practitioners.
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WARM IT UP! RESTORATIVE YOGA FOR COOLER DAYS with Cecelia Rice
Saturday, 2/11/2012
From: 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
We will engage in a balanced practice of breath inspired "Active Yoga Postures" to help you maintain strength, balance and flexibility of your physical body.
Create and experience the body's inner warmth with the"Lymphatic Self Massage" to activate and maintain a healthy immune system, nurturing the circulatory, pulmonary and endocrine systems.
Feel yourself sink into a sequence of "Yoga Restorative Poses in Extended Moments of Stillness" while supported and cradled by bolsters, blankets and blocks which will release the deeply held stresses of daily life, balance over extended or depleted energies and instill a deep sense of calm, relaxation, rejuvenation and restoration of the body/mind.
"The beauty of Yoga lies in its simplicity-a means to deeply nourish and known yourself"
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Kids!! Come and Play Yoga with Us! with Stacey Lawlor
Saturday, 2/11/2012
From: 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Come let your child’s imagination soar while they stretch and strengthen their developing bodies, discover their inner strength , and nurture a sense of well-being.
The Space Above’s unique kids yoga classes ages 4-7 are a fun-filled creative environment where children practice yoga poses and breathing exercises by imitating animals and nature, playing yoga games, listening to music, participating in storytelling and much more. All they need is a smile and a mat!
CLASS PASSES ARE USED FOR THIS CLASS!! A child's first class with us is FREE! Siblings and parents may share passes so check out our website and make it a family affair!
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Valentine's Day Partner Yoga Class with Kim Austin-Peterman
Saturday, 2/11/2012
From: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Cost: $30.00 per couple
When you register, just register for ONE PERSON and it will count as a couple registration. Class size limited to 10 couples
****Open your heart, move and vibe with someone you love.*****
This partner style yoga class will be a fun spirited, light hearted communal experience. We will be exploring the playful side of yoga by allowing a combination of creative energy, compassion and sillyness to share something unique and different...WHATEVER that may look like! All "types" of yogis are welcome and all tight, non yoga practicing bodies are encouraged. and yes.....there will be chocolate and love related musibr>
No need to be a "couple." Bring your friend, your mom, your dad, your daughter.....just someone you love and love to have fun with!
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Function Cultivates Form: Refining the Asana with Lisa Meer-Lewis
Saturday, 2/18/2012
From: 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
You've heard the phrase "form follows function." Actually, structure begets function and then function leads to the form. In other words, structural balance allows the body and its musculature to function in the way it was meant to with strength AND flexibility. When there is an imbalance in the structure or a weak link in the chain (the spine or the skeletal system), the container that is the body cannot hold the prana or energy that we are working to generate in our practice. We are missing out on opportunities to develop our inherent power - inside and out - and allowing ourselves to become vulnerable to strain and injury.
Trying to force your body or a student's body into an asana based on form alone leaves behind the higher intention of function. In yoga, function is more valuable than form for gaining the benefits given to us through the asana. Whether you are an experienced student with a deep interest in learning more about the body or a yoga teacher, you will find value in this small group workshop. We will begin to learn about refining the asana to find integrity AND beauty and bring about healthy function and ultimately, a healthy physical vehicle. We will look at which prop & why, strategic prop adjustments depending on body structure and hands-on adjustments with some partnering work.
This month, we will address several standing and balancing poses:
- Using healthy joint alignment to find stability while on our feet and on our hands
- Properly recruiting the spine and pelvis to find steadiness
- Developing strength and shoulder integrity in balancing poses like plank and chaturanga
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Level One TriYoga Workshop with Liz Sanderson
February 24th 2012
6:00-8:30pm
$20 advance $25 at door
TriYoga is a hatha yoga practice which emphasizes increasing the core strength of the body by bringing more attention to the natural wave of the spine. Incorporating this awareness allows transitions between postures to become smoother and more deliberate, enabling a clearer sense of alignment from within.
Synchronizing asana (postures) with pranayama (rhythmic breathing) and mudra (focus) we experience our practice as a continuous flow, increasing mental, physical and spiritual energy. With receiving this mental clarity we are then able to consciously and ease-fully create a joyously balanced and healthy life.
During this workshop we will:
- Chant! Nada (sound) yoga is a wonderful way to begin class, adding space within the mind for the expansiveness of the sacred practice.
- Breathe! Pranayama (rhythmic breathing) rids the body of toxins and is used as an aide to either heat or cool the internal body system.
- Move! Asana (postures) provide countless benefits to the body, and with TriYoga that triples! Learning smooth transitions and alignment cues that can be easily taken into any yoga class.
- Relax....Yoga Nidra (deep relaxation) takes you into the eternal space of Soul, where we are one with All beings.
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RESTORATIVE YOGA for INSOMNIA - Falling Asleep with Ease - Conscious Deep Rest with Cecelia Rice
Saturday, 2/25/2012
From: 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
$35.00
In this very special and NEW restorative yoga workshop, we will experience a series of six Hatha Yoga Poses and a series of six Supported Restorative Postures using bolsters, blankets, blocks and eye pillows along with Breathing Techniques which will calm the mind, relax the muscles and sooth the senses before retiring for the night and falling asleep with ease.
For those times when the sleep pattern is broken, we well explore the practice of yoga Nidra to help divert the mind from trying to "will" yourself back to sleep. We will take time to reflect on our daily routine {work. food, exercise} and their effects on our mind/body before retiring.
We will also share ideas on how to create the time and space for a home practice for falling asleep with ease or to rest deeply when your natural sleep pattern has been broken.
Please bring a pen and notepad. A favorite blanket and pillow.
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