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YOGA TO BENEFIT HEART HEALTH
February 10 - 11 - 12
Join us and attend some of the classes listed above at The Yoga Place. Donations gratefully accepted to support Cardiology Services at Southwest Vermont Medical Center (SVMC)!
February 10 - 11 - 12
Join us and attend some of the classes listed above at The Yoga Place. Donations gratefully accepted to support Cardiology Services at Southwest Vermont Medical Center (SVMC)!
FREE TEEN YOGA SERIES w Allison Rogge, RN, RYT
designed for teens ages 13-19
FEBRUARY MONDAYS 4PM-5PM
!FUN! and !FREE!
"This special 4 class series is designed to build and promote inner and outer strength, self-confidence, and compassion. Students will gain awareness, control, and flexibility by exploring and playing with yoga poses, listening to centering music, and learning breathing exercises.
Special attention will be given to community and friendship with a goal to have an overall good time. These classes create a way for teens to feel more at home inside of their own bodies and emotions. They will leave feeling refreshed, relaxed, and a little more comfortable in their own skin!"
Please have a parent fill out a medical release form if you are under 18
OMG what to wear?
Comfortable clothes. No shoes. Socks okay.
Anything else?
We provide Yoga mats and yoga props as needed.
Do not eat a big meal before class.
designed for teens ages 13-19
FEBRUARY MONDAYS 4PM-5PM
!FUN! and !FREE!
"This special 4 class series is designed to build and promote inner and outer strength, self-confidence, and compassion. Students will gain awareness, control, and flexibility by exploring and playing with yoga poses, listening to centering music, and learning breathing exercises.
Special attention will be given to community and friendship with a goal to have an overall good time. These classes create a way for teens to feel more at home inside of their own bodies and emotions. They will leave feeling refreshed, relaxed, and a little more comfortable in their own skin!"
Please have a parent fill out a medical release form if you are under 18
OMG what to wear?
Comfortable clothes. No shoes. Socks okay.
Anything else?
We provide Yoga mats and yoga props as needed.
Do not eat a big meal before class.
Kfir
Kfir was born and raised in Jerusalem. He has been an athlete his entire life and started playing water polo at age 10. From age 15 he played for the Israeli National Team until his enlistment in the Israeli Army. After the army he played and coached for another 10 years.
As an adult, Kfir has found a balance between bodywork and different mind-body healing treatments. When his now 17-year-old daughter was born he started observing and learning babies movement in the water and then began studying hydro-therapy. He is trained in WATSU, water dance and baby swim.
In 2016 Kfir started studying Vijnana Yoga with Orit Sen Gupta. After a 3 year course he started teaching yoga in studios as well as privately across Tel-Aviv.
Kfir began studying mat and reformer pilates with former Batsheva dancer Richard Orbach in 2004. He has been teaching pilates in studios as well as privately in Jerusalem and Tel-Aviv for over 15 years.
Kfir is also a lover of bicycles and bikes for exercise and also for transportation whenever possible. He has been leading a week-long bike trip for his alma mater The Arava Institute every November from Jerusalem to Eilat for the past 18 years.
Kfir and his family live in Shaftsbury, VT and spend the winters in Israel with their larger family.
Kfir was born and raised in Jerusalem. He has been an athlete his entire life and started playing water polo at age 10. From age 15 he played for the Israeli National Team until his enlistment in the Israeli Army. After the army he played and coached for another 10 years.
As an adult, Kfir has found a balance between bodywork and different mind-body healing treatments. When his now 17-year-old daughter was born he started observing and learning babies movement in the water and then began studying hydro-therapy. He is trained in WATSU, water dance and baby swim.
In 2016 Kfir started studying Vijnana Yoga with Orit Sen Gupta. After a 3 year course he started teaching yoga in studios as well as privately across Tel-Aviv.
Kfir began studying mat and reformer pilates with former Batsheva dancer Richard Orbach in 2004. He has been teaching pilates in studios as well as privately in Jerusalem and Tel-Aviv for over 15 years.
Kfir is also a lover of bicycles and bikes for exercise and also for transportation whenever possible. He has been leading a week-long bike trip for his alma mater The Arava Institute every November from Jerusalem to Eilat for the past 18 years.
Kfir and his family live in Shaftsbury, VT and spend the winters in Israel with their larger family.
YOGA MEETS CENTERING PRAYER
with Mary McGuinness & Jane Schaeffer
SUNDAY JAN 23 11:00 AM -12:30 PM
Centering Prayer, although in the Christian tradition, is a vehicle available to anyone as a practice to bring us into greater harmony with our world, with our living, and with each other.
It is a great joy to create a relationship with a spiritual teacher and so often that teacher is exactly oneself. Yet the support and community of others on a similar path is rich and life giving.
I bow to each of the extraordinarily dedicated teachers of The Yoga Place, past and present and to each of you who continue to be my greatest teachers. Thank you.
with Mary McGuinness & Jane Schaeffer
SUNDAY JAN 23 11:00 AM -12:30 PM
Centering Prayer, although in the Christian tradition, is a vehicle available to anyone as a practice to bring us into greater harmony with our world, with our living, and with each other.
It is a great joy to create a relationship with a spiritual teacher and so often that teacher is exactly oneself. Yet the support and community of others on a similar path is rich and life giving.
I bow to each of the extraordinarily dedicated teachers of The Yoga Place, past and present and to each of you who continue to be my greatest teachers. Thank you.
Daisy Levy is certified by The Pilates Center of Boulder, Colorado in mat and equipment Pilates, and has taught individual and group classes in Colorado, New York, Boston, and Michigan. She came to Pilates as a dancer and later used the method to rehabilitate first a shoulder operation, and later a knee repair. Daisy’s experience with movement and healing continues to shape her practice as a teacher. In the 15 years she’s been teaching Pilates, she has worked with people trying to improve their performance in sport, as well as those who are trying to recover from injury or chronic pain. She emphasizes informed movement, using imagery, breath, hands-on manipulation, support/release and play to fully inhabit a healthy and strong body. Above all, Daisy believes in the power of the human body, and that all of us have the potential to be strong, flexible, joyous movers.
In her other job Daisy is Daisy Levy, PhD, Assistant Professor of English and Coordinator, Composition Program at Southern Vermont College. We adore her.
In her other job Daisy is Daisy Levy, PhD, Assistant Professor of English and Coordinator, Composition Program at Southern Vermont College. We adore her.
Katherine King, MA, RYT (registered yoga teacher) is a LMHC (licensed mental health counselor).
Introduced to yoga in childhood, Katharine has practiced on and off over 20 years, becoming increasinly dedicated over the past 8 years. Working as a psychotherapist and watching her personal practice evolve, she has experienced personally the profound, healing available through yoga. Katherine hopes to invite any and everyone to her classes and is interested in developing yoga for any need. She currently offers a gentle Kripalu focus with the intention of allowing each participant's body to guide movement.
Introduced to yoga in childhood, Katharine has practiced on and off over 20 years, becoming increasinly dedicated over the past 8 years. Working as a psychotherapist and watching her personal practice evolve, she has experienced personally the profound, healing available through yoga. Katherine hopes to invite any and everyone to her classes and is interested in developing yoga for any need. She currently offers a gentle Kripalu focus with the intention of allowing each participant's body to guide movement.
Free Yoga classes offered every Tuesday from 11-12:15 pm
Free Pilates classes offered every Friday from 9-10 am.
with Kfir Kol
Both classes are taught by Kfir Kol, a Yoga and Pilates teacher based in North Bennington, Vermont and Tel-Aviv, Israel.
Kfir studied Vijnana yoga for three years in Israel with Orit Sen-Gupta. This practice focuses on stillness and spaciousness explored in Sen-Gupta's book, Dancing the Body of Light. Kfir has been teaching mat and reformer Pilates for over 15 years and he continues to train with his teacher who is a former Batsheva dancer in Jerusalem.
When he's in Israel, Kfir teaches Yoga and Pilates at studios in both Tel-Aviv and Jerusalem and he also offers private classes. Kfir loves to teach, but while he's waiting for his green card to be processed, he can only work as a volunteer, so classes are currently free (although donations are welcome).
Kfir welcomes all levels.
Free Pilates classes offered every Friday from 9-10 am.
with Kfir Kol
Both classes are taught by Kfir Kol, a Yoga and Pilates teacher based in North Bennington, Vermont and Tel-Aviv, Israel.
Kfir studied Vijnana yoga for three years in Israel with Orit Sen-Gupta. This practice focuses on stillness and spaciousness explored in Sen-Gupta's book, Dancing the Body of Light. Kfir has been teaching mat and reformer Pilates for over 15 years and he continues to train with his teacher who is a former Batsheva dancer in Jerusalem.
When he's in Israel, Kfir teaches Yoga and Pilates at studios in both Tel-Aviv and Jerusalem and he also offers private classes. Kfir loves to teach, but while he's waiting for his green card to be processed, he can only work as a volunteer, so classes are currently free (although donations are welcome).
Kfir welcomes all levels.
POWER YOGA
with Eileen O'Shea
Thursdays 5:00-6:00 PM
Eileen will be teaching in the style of Baron Baptiste. This class links breath to movement and takes the student through a fast-paced, fitness-based sequence with plenty of vinyasas.
Each class will build with the music, and provide a space for exploring and combining mindful movement, breathwork and athleticism. Sure to get your heart racing and sure to be a blast!
All levels welcome.
with Eileen O'Shea
Thursdays 5:00-6:00 PM
Eileen will be teaching in the style of Baron Baptiste. This class links breath to movement and takes the student through a fast-paced, fitness-based sequence with plenty of vinyasas.
Each class will build with the music, and provide a space for exploring and combining mindful movement, breathwork and athleticism. Sure to get your heart racing and sure to be a blast!
All levels welcome.
NATARAJA Dance Gathering: FRIDAY | MAR 20, APR 17
7:00-8:30 PM
Our next Nataraja dance gathering will be Friday, April 21st, 7-830PM. Dance music playlists vary.
If you love dancing or are simply curious about dancing, please come and join us! I love to dance and I want this opportunity to continue. Right now we need and welcome your help and support. Please join me if you have never been and try something fun! If you have not been in a while, please come again join us! Forget your cares and let the music take you away!
We do not charge but gladly accept donations which go to a very good, local cause, the Greater Bennington Interfaith Community Services. They provide shelter to the homeless and food for the hungry, among other services. The Yoga Place donates their space as part of their community mission.
7:00-8:30 PM
Our next Nataraja dance gathering will be Friday, April 21st, 7-830PM. Dance music playlists vary.
If you love dancing or are simply curious about dancing, please come and join us! I love to dance and I want this opportunity to continue. Right now we need and welcome your help and support. Please join me if you have never been and try something fun! If you have not been in a while, please come again join us! Forget your cares and let the music take you away!
We do not charge but gladly accept donations which go to a very good, local cause, the Greater Bennington Interfaith Community Services. They provide shelter to the homeless and food for the hungry, among other services. The Yoga Place donates their space as part of their community mission.
QIGONG!
with Tracy Purdy-Martin
Tuesday Evenings 5:30-6:30 PM
Qigong (Qi=energy, Gong=work) is the most ancient form of Chinese medicine designed to heal the body, mind and spirit through very slow movements and meditation. The movements are done either standing or sitting and ends with seated or lying meditation.
The ancient technique of Qigong has the capacity to restore your body's natural healing power. It is said to be a powerful way to release chronic inflammation. Inflammation is considered to be one of the root causes of many physical difficulties.
Pronounced "chee-gung," it was developed over 5,000 years ago in China. "Qi" (chee) means life force or energy. Thus, qigong is a method for enhancing your life force and vitality.
Tracy offers Spring Forest Mindful Qigong. MIndfulness is proven to be the path to reducing stress. Qigong is an ancient Chinese system of health and spiritual practice that uses visualization, breathing, and movement to better your health in mind, body and spirit.
Instructor: Tracy Purdy-Martin
Cost: Same as any yoga class and included in any pass.
with Tracy Purdy-Martin
Tuesday Evenings 5:30-6:30 PM
Qigong (Qi=energy, Gong=work) is the most ancient form of Chinese medicine designed to heal the body, mind and spirit through very slow movements and meditation. The movements are done either standing or sitting and ends with seated or lying meditation.
The ancient technique of Qigong has the capacity to restore your body's natural healing power. It is said to be a powerful way to release chronic inflammation. Inflammation is considered to be one of the root causes of many physical difficulties.
Pronounced "chee-gung," it was developed over 5,000 years ago in China. "Qi" (chee) means life force or energy. Thus, qigong is a method for enhancing your life force and vitality.
- The technique incorporates a variety of gentle, flowing movements matched to the breath.
- Research studies have shown that it can produce noticeable results after just one session. These are detectable in blood tests - increased levels of endorphins (the body's natural pain relievers) and reduced levels of C-reactive protein and other blood markers of inflammation.
- According to traditional Chinese medicine, when Qi isn't flowing, you may feel stuck, tired, stressed, and sick.
- Qigong unblocks and increases the flow of qi so you have more vital healing energy.
Tracy offers Spring Forest Mindful Qigong. MIndfulness is proven to be the path to reducing stress. Qigong is an ancient Chinese system of health and spiritual practice that uses visualization, breathing, and movement to better your health in mind, body and spirit.
Instructor: Tracy Purdy-Martin
Cost: Same as any yoga class and included in any pass.
NEW CLASSES and Workshop with Zaidee Bliss
Saturday November 23rd. Integration of Essentials. 9-11AM. $25. Preregister absolutely necessary.
This workshop will bring in the elements of yoga and Ayurveda into real life application for your personal needs. You will be able to create your own practice and to deepen your understanding of how yoga can enhance your being. All levels welcome.
Advanced Asana Practice
Mondays 6:15PM-7:30PM
"Are you looking to safely take your asana practice to the next level? Is it time for you to get into the intricacies of more complicated poses? And how can you use the "easier" poses as teachers for the more complicated poses? While Yoga is not about complicated poses, it IS about exploring boundaries and learning new things to keep your mind and body sharp and young. The more challenging poses are there to test your skills and to keep you intrigued and excited about the practice of Yoga."
Zaidee loves yoga and loves teaching yoga. She has so many small and large gifts to bring to your practice - please take advantage of her teaching. She will typically have a new take on an old practice. So refresh and expand your yoga on the mat, to do the same off the mat!
$25 Preregistered.
Saturday November 23rd. Integration of Essentials. 9-11AM. $25. Preregister absolutely necessary.
This workshop will bring in the elements of yoga and Ayurveda into real life application for your personal needs. You will be able to create your own practice and to deepen your understanding of how yoga can enhance your being. All levels welcome.
Advanced Asana Practice
Mondays 6:15PM-7:30PM
"Are you looking to safely take your asana practice to the next level? Is it time for you to get into the intricacies of more complicated poses? And how can you use the "easier" poses as teachers for the more complicated poses? While Yoga is not about complicated poses, it IS about exploring boundaries and learning new things to keep your mind and body sharp and young. The more challenging poses are there to test your skills and to keep you intrigued and excited about the practice of Yoga."
Zaidee loves yoga and loves teaching yoga. She has so many small and large gifts to bring to your practice - please take advantage of her teaching. She will typically have a new take on an old practice. So refresh and expand your yoga on the mat, to do the same off the mat!
$25 Preregistered.
Zaidee at work
This is a New Title
Saturday November 23rd. Integration of Essentials. 9-11AM. $25. Preregister absolutely necessary.
This workshop will bring in the elements of yoga and Ayurveda into real life application for your personal needs. You will be able to create your own practice and to deepen your understanding of how yoga can enhance your being. All levels welcome.
Saturday November 23rd. Integration of Essentials. 9-11AM. $25. Preregister absolutely necessary.
This workshop will bring in the elements of yoga and Ayurveda into real life application for your personal needs. You will be able to create your own practice and to deepen your understanding of how yoga can enhance your being. All levels welcome.
STRENGTH AND BALANCE
with Tracy Purdy-Martin
starting Sept 12,
11:45AM-12:30PM
Fall Proof! Balance and mobility training class
Falls are one of the leading causes of injury and death for senior citizens. However, you don’t have to fall prey to slips and falls. By exercising, you can improve your balance and your strength, so you can stand tall and feel more confident when walking.
Latest research states that the best way to prevent aging in the brain is by doing brain exercises while exercising.
Recent findings show that even just once weekly strength training for older adults leads to significantly less inflammation, lower bp and blood sugar levels and better overall well-being
Balance, Body and Brain
The Three B’s
Strengthen all 3 in one 45 minute class
Having fun as well, friends in fitness
Instructor: Tracy Purdy-Martin
Cost: Same as any yoga class and included in any pass.
Start Date: Sept 12
with Tracy Purdy-Martin
starting Sept 12,
11:45AM-12:30PM
Fall Proof! Balance and mobility training class
Falls are one of the leading causes of injury and death for senior citizens. However, you don’t have to fall prey to slips and falls. By exercising, you can improve your balance and your strength, so you can stand tall and feel more confident when walking.
Latest research states that the best way to prevent aging in the brain is by doing brain exercises while exercising.
Recent findings show that even just once weekly strength training for older adults leads to significantly less inflammation, lower bp and blood sugar levels and better overall well-being
Balance, Body and Brain
The Three B’s
Strengthen all 3 in one 45 minute class
Having fun as well, friends in fitness
Instructor: Tracy Purdy-Martin
Cost: Same as any yoga class and included in any pass.
Start Date: Sept 12
COMMUNITY YOGA WITH REBECCA
SUNDAYS AT 11AM
Suggested Donation: $5 - $10 (drop-in only - no class cards)
Style: Ashtanga-Vinyasa - Flow class designed for alignment and energy.
The word “vinyasa” can be translated as “arranging something in a special way,” like yoga poses for example. In Ashtanga-Vinyasa yoga classes, students coordinate movement with breath to flow from one pose to the next. A vinyasa is part of Ashtanga practice, though the two are typically used interchangeably in America. The purpose is to harness inner power, gain awareness and unify mind, body & soul, creating a sense of well-being while aligning and toning the body.
Teacher: Rebecca Nenno Text 802-227-2505 for more info!
SUNDAYS AT 11AM
Suggested Donation: $5 - $10 (drop-in only - no class cards)
Style: Ashtanga-Vinyasa - Flow class designed for alignment and energy.
The word “vinyasa” can be translated as “arranging something in a special way,” like yoga poses for example. In Ashtanga-Vinyasa yoga classes, students coordinate movement with breath to flow from one pose to the next. A vinyasa is part of Ashtanga practice, though the two are typically used interchangeably in America. The purpose is to harness inner power, gain awareness and unify mind, body & soul, creating a sense of well-being while aligning and toning the body.
Teacher: Rebecca Nenno Text 802-227-2505 for more info!
YOGA with SEJAL:
YOGA FROM INDIA
TAUGHT IN THE INDIAN TRADITION
Thursdays and Fridays 5:30-6:30
We are so very excited to be able to offer yoga directly from India, taught in the Indian style of teaching. You will find this class energizing, interesting
If you can't quite make the trip to India, take Sejal's class here at The Yoga Place!
YOGA FROM INDIA
TAUGHT IN THE INDIAN TRADITION
Thursdays and Fridays 5:30-6:30
We are so very excited to be able to offer yoga directly from India, taught in the Indian style of teaching. You will find this class energizing, interesting
If you can't quite make the trip to India, take Sejal's class here at The Yoga Place!
CHILDREN'S YOGA WORKSHOPS
12:00 - 12:45 PM Ages 5-9
with Kristina Blinstrub
Saturday August 3 Freeze Dance - Wiggle, giggle and dance to fun music. A yoga party!
12:00 - 12:45 PM Ages 5-9
with Kristina Blinstrub
Saturday August 3 Freeze Dance - Wiggle, giggle and dance to fun music. A yoga party!
SO(U)LSTICE CELEBRATION with Kat Daley
SATURDAY DEC. 22
11:30AM - 1:00PM
Honoring the Dark, welcoming the light
celebrating the shortest day and longest night
A themed asana series, connecting to this natural cycle of dark and light. Select practices that harness the power of our own focused intentions as we create and prepare for renewed vibrational energy in the new year. This hatha yoga class is appropriate for all levels of yoga; beginners welcome.
This workshop is offered as Karma yoga; participants are encouraged to pay what they can or use your studio pass.
SATURDAY DEC. 22
11:30AM - 1:00PM
Honoring the Dark, welcoming the light
celebrating the shortest day and longest night
A themed asana series, connecting to this natural cycle of dark and light. Select practices that harness the power of our own focused intentions as we create and prepare for renewed vibrational energy in the new year. This hatha yoga class is appropriate for all levels of yoga; beginners welcome.
This workshop is offered as Karma yoga; participants are encouraged to pay what they can or use your studio pass.
A THANKFUL FLOW: CULTIVATING GRATITUDE AND ABUNDANCE (on and off the mat) with Kat Daley
SATURDAY Nov 24
11:30AM - 1:00 PM
"Thou has given so much to me,
Give one thing more, a grateful heart,
Not thankful when it pleaseth me,
As if thy blessings had spare das;
But such a heart, whose pulse may be thy praise."
"Take an intentional pause at the beginning of the holiday season to reflect and remember what it is that is truly important to you."
Join Kat for a themed asana series with select gratitude practices to acknowledge and appreciate the richness of life exactly as it is while generating the powerful, creative energy of gratitude and abundance. This hatha yoga class is appropriate for all levels of yoga; beginners welcome.
FREE, Donations gratefully accepted for GBIS, Greater Bennington Interfaith Community Services, providing medical care, food, and supportive services to local community members in need.
SATURDAY Nov 24
11:30AM - 1:00 PM
"Thou has given so much to me,
Give one thing more, a grateful heart,
Not thankful when it pleaseth me,
As if thy blessings had spare das;
But such a heart, whose pulse may be thy praise."
"Take an intentional pause at the beginning of the holiday season to reflect and remember what it is that is truly important to you."
Join Kat for a themed asana series with select gratitude practices to acknowledge and appreciate the richness of life exactly as it is while generating the powerful, creative energy of gratitude and abundance. This hatha yoga class is appropriate for all levels of yoga; beginners welcome.
FREE, Donations gratefully accepted for GBIS, Greater Bennington Interfaith Community Services, providing medical care, food, and supportive services to local community members in need.
MEDITATION with Danielle Fogarty
One SATURDAY a month: Nov 24, Dec 8
10:00 - 11:15 AM
FREE (donation to support studio gratefully accepted but not required)
Danielle says, "Since loving nap-time in pre-K, I've longed for stillness, for quiet, for calm, for peace. When I read that 'I am not my thoughts'--noticeable relief settled in. Practicing slowing down thought and expanding space between and around thought is a return to stillness, quiet, calm, peace. Using Eckhart Tolle as a guide is a gentle path toward stillness."
This will be an opportunity to explore sitting quietly and perhaps finding the clear space inside.
Meditation is not random, it will not suddenly descend upon you.......it takes a little introduction and then some practice
One SATURDAY a month: Nov 24, Dec 8
10:00 - 11:15 AM
FREE (donation to support studio gratefully accepted but not required)
Danielle says, "Since loving nap-time in pre-K, I've longed for stillness, for quiet, for calm, for peace. When I read that 'I am not my thoughts'--noticeable relief settled in. Practicing slowing down thought and expanding space between and around thought is a return to stillness, quiet, calm, peace. Using Eckhart Tolle as a guide is a gentle path toward stillness."
This will be an opportunity to explore sitting quietly and perhaps finding the clear space inside.
Meditation is not random, it will not suddenly descend upon you.......it takes a little introduction and then some practice
COMBAT HOLIDAY STRESS WITH
GOOD NUTRITION!
MONDAY, NOV. 12
6:30-7:30PM
with Marlena Freitas
Join Marlana Freitas for an exploration of how to sustain a happy life through the holidays with happy, healthy nutrition.
GOOD NUTRITION!
MONDAY, NOV. 12
6:30-7:30PM
with Marlena Freitas
Join Marlana Freitas for an exploration of how to sustain a happy life through the holidays with happy, healthy nutrition.
WOMEN'S INSPIRATION EMPOWERMENT WORKSHOPS
SATURDAYS Nov & Dec.
Sonya Zappone
1:30 - 2:30 PM
Explore how to tap into your intuition, affirm your value, claim your worth, and journal on healing, and let gratitude lift you.
Workshops will include breathing, relaxation, music, affimations, poetry, journaling, readings, and safe sharing in a circle.
Come get inspired!
Come inspire yourself!
Inspire others!
BY DONATION ($1-20 suggested)
SATURDAYS Nov & Dec.
Sonya Zappone
1:30 - 2:30 PM
Explore how to tap into your intuition, affirm your value, claim your worth, and journal on healing, and let gratitude lift you.
Workshops will include breathing, relaxation, music, affimations, poetry, journaling, readings, and safe sharing in a circle.
Come get inspired!
Come inspire yourself!
Inspire others!
BY DONATION ($1-20 suggested)
SOMATIC BREATH THERAPY: SATURDAY | Oct 27
Kaiilama Morris
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
"Stress in the body or fear in the mind instantly alters the breath patterns. Breath combined with consciousness has an added impact on harmonizing the conflicting unconscious forces that keep you from being relaxed and focused in daily life. Breath connects the body to the mind and the mind to the body. Breath is a bridge between body-mind because it is subtler than the body and grosser than the mind."
Yoga Amrit Desai
Tuition: $60.
Preregistration required, call 1-413-512-0470 or email [email protected]
What can I expect from taking this workshop?
What IS Somatic Breath Therapy?
Kaiilama Morris is a certified Somatic Breath Therapist with a private practice for over 19 years. The education, facilitation and heart presence she exudes is and has been a gift to many of all ages. Her greatest passion is in supporting others towards living a heart centered, connected, joyful life! The breath and the power of LOVE continue to inspire her!.
Kaiilama Morris
9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
"Stress in the body or fear in the mind instantly alters the breath patterns. Breath combined with consciousness has an added impact on harmonizing the conflicting unconscious forces that keep you from being relaxed and focused in daily life. Breath connects the body to the mind and the mind to the body. Breath is a bridge between body-mind because it is subtler than the body and grosser than the mind."
Yoga Amrit Desai
Tuition: $60.
Preregistration required, call 1-413-512-0470 or email [email protected]
What can I expect from taking this workshop?
- restore emotional harmony
- Relief from chronic physical and emotional pain
- Relief from migraine headaches, asthma, anxiety, depression, addictions and more
- Reconnect to natural creativity, relaxation ,deep joy and health
- Renew yourself daily with this very simple and accessible energy
What IS Somatic Breath Therapy?
- a do-it-yourself tool to help you connect to your true self
- a proven and effective practice to gain freedom from hardship
- a fast tract to joy, abundance, accomplishment and healthy relationships
- a self-facilitated method to continually support a balanced healthy life!
Kaiilama Morris is a certified Somatic Breath Therapist with a private practice for over 19 years. The education, facilitation and heart presence she exudes is and has been a gift to many of all ages. Her greatest passion is in supporting others towards living a heart centered, connected, joyful life! The breath and the power of LOVE continue to inspire her!.
VINIYOGA THERAPY WORKSHOP FOR BACK CARE
with Charles Waters
SUNDAY | October 21 & 28
11:00 AM - 1 PM
IF YOU HAVE EVER EXPERIENCED BACK PAIN, THIS WORKSHOP IS FOR YOU!!
A TWO PART VINIYOGA THERAPY WORKSHOP FOR BACK CARE
PART I: VINIYOGA FOR THE LOW BACK, HIPS and SACRUM
OCTOBER 21. SUNDAY. 11AM-1PM.
In this workshop you will learn short, simple therapeutic yoga practices carefully designed to decrease muscle and joint pain and to promote health in the low back, hips and sacrum. There will be a presentation on Understanding Back Pain and hte application of therapeutic yoga to reduce pain and strengthen muscles. There will also be a posture clinic on how to safely perform postures and movements. Lastly you will learn a therapeutic, focused pratice for low back and sacrum and a second therapeutic, focused practice for the hips.
PART II: VINIYOGA FOR THE UPPER BACK, NECK AND SHOULDERS
OCTOBER 28. SUNDAY. 11AM-1PM.
In this workshop you will learn short, simple therapeutic yoga practices carefully designed to decrease muscle and joint pain and to promote health in the upper back, neck and shoulders. There will be a presentation on Understanding Back Pain and the application of therapeutic yoga to reduce pain and strengthen muscles. There will also be a posture clinic on how to safely perform postures and movements. Lastly, you will learn a therapeutic, focused practice for upper back and neck and a second therapeutic, focused practice for the neck and shoulders.
These workshop or workshops are open to all levels of yoga experience as well as those with no yoga experience.
FEE: Pre-Registration Required - minimum of 8 to hold workshops.
You may preregister with Charles or Jane.
* $50 in advance for both workshops.
* $30 in advance for each.
* $35 at-the-door for each.
* $60 at-the-door for both.
with Charles Waters
SUNDAY | October 21 & 28
11:00 AM - 1 PM
IF YOU HAVE EVER EXPERIENCED BACK PAIN, THIS WORKSHOP IS FOR YOU!!
A TWO PART VINIYOGA THERAPY WORKSHOP FOR BACK CARE
PART I: VINIYOGA FOR THE LOW BACK, HIPS and SACRUM
OCTOBER 21. SUNDAY. 11AM-1PM.
In this workshop you will learn short, simple therapeutic yoga practices carefully designed to decrease muscle and joint pain and to promote health in the low back, hips and sacrum. There will be a presentation on Understanding Back Pain and hte application of therapeutic yoga to reduce pain and strengthen muscles. There will also be a posture clinic on how to safely perform postures and movements. Lastly you will learn a therapeutic, focused pratice for low back and sacrum and a second therapeutic, focused practice for the hips.
PART II: VINIYOGA FOR THE UPPER BACK, NECK AND SHOULDERS
OCTOBER 28. SUNDAY. 11AM-1PM.
In this workshop you will learn short, simple therapeutic yoga practices carefully designed to decrease muscle and joint pain and to promote health in the upper back, neck and shoulders. There will be a presentation on Understanding Back Pain and the application of therapeutic yoga to reduce pain and strengthen muscles. There will also be a posture clinic on how to safely perform postures and movements. Lastly, you will learn a therapeutic, focused practice for upper back and neck and a second therapeutic, focused practice for the neck and shoulders.
These workshop or workshops are open to all levels of yoga experience as well as those with no yoga experience.
FEE: Pre-Registration Required - minimum of 8 to hold workshops.
You may preregister with Charles or Jane.
* $50 in advance for both workshops.
* $30 in advance for each.
* $35 at-the-door for each.
* $60 at-the-door for both.
ESSENTIAL OIL WORKSHOP
Saturday August 25th
9-1030AM
Learn how to use oils for more restful sleep & create a therapeutic pillow spray.
This will be a FREE workshop........focusing on how to best use essential oils for a more restful sleep.
You will be able to create your own magical potion from the materials that Kristin brings (if you wish to take it home, then of course you will pay a small fee)
Saturday August 25th
9-1030AM
Learn how to use oils for more restful sleep & create a therapeutic pillow spray.
This will be a FREE workshop........focusing on how to best use essential oils for a more restful sleep.
You will be able to create your own magical potion from the materials that Kristin brings (if you wish to take it home, then of course you will pay a small fee)
Feeling Buggy: Saturday | June 30
9:30-10:30 AM
FREE WORKSHOP with Kristin Davey
Learn how to repel insects naturally – from mosquitoes to ticks to bedbugs to dog fleas! Also a recipe for bug bites (if you forget to apply your repellent)
Create and optional DIY insect repellent spray for $20.
WHERE? The Yoga Place, 532 Main St, Bennington
9:30-10:30 AM
FREE WORKSHOP with Kristin Davey
Learn how to repel insects naturally – from mosquitoes to ticks to bedbugs to dog fleas! Also a recipe for bug bites (if you forget to apply your repellent)
Create and optional DIY insect repellent spray for $20.
WHERE? The Yoga Place, 532 Main St, Bennington
Things That Weigh You Down: Monday | May 15
6:30-7:30 PM
with Marlana Freitas
WORKSHOP FOCUS
*How stress may be effecting your weight loss efforts
*How your gut health can inhibit weight loss
*How to reduce the sugar and simple carbs in your diet
*Portion sizes
$10 per person.
Marlana Freitas, LMT and INHC has been in private practice as a massage therapist here in Bennington since 2003. She received her massage license after graduating from Dove Star Institute in 2000.
More recently, she decided to return to school at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and Health Coaching. She is very excited to be able to offer this new service to our community. Marlana has had great success herself with the Integrative Nutrition program, reaching a weight loss of 40lbs through this program that focuses on clean eating and portion control. She is looking forward to helping others reach their goals.
6:30-7:30 PM
with Marlana Freitas
WORKSHOP FOCUS
*How stress may be effecting your weight loss efforts
*How your gut health can inhibit weight loss
*How to reduce the sugar and simple carbs in your diet
*Portion sizes
$10 per person.
Marlana Freitas, LMT and INHC has been in private practice as a massage therapist here in Bennington since 2003. She received her massage license after graduating from Dove Star Institute in 2000.
More recently, she decided to return to school at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and Health Coaching. She is very excited to be able to offer this new service to our community. Marlana has had great success herself with the Integrative Nutrition program, reaching a weight loss of 40lbs through this program that focuses on clean eating and portion control. She is looking forward to helping others reach their goals.
SETTING BOUNDARIES: SAYING NO -
A Workshop for Women
All day: SATURDAY April 28,
10:00am - 4:00pm
Our voice is one of our most powerful tools. When we use it to set very clear boundaries, we become healthier on all levels. We live with more balance and energy to do what we want to do. We live empowered! In this workshop you will:
be heard and seen, in safe space, without any judgement
enter the silence and go within to learn about patterns and beliefs that may need to change to accomplish your goals and
gather courage, confidence and many tools to be able to set the boundaries you want to see.
This workshop is about honoring you, so that you can stand in your truth, your strength and your light.
We will strengthen our voices and deepen our presence together. Please bring a bag lunch, beverage, a pen and a journal.
PREREGISTER necessary for preplanning. $75/woman.
To register contact: Teresa King: [email protected].
To learn more about Teresa see her website: www.thelargerpicture.com
A Workshop for Women
All day: SATURDAY April 28,
10:00am - 4:00pm
Our voice is one of our most powerful tools. When we use it to set very clear boundaries, we become healthier on all levels. We live with more balance and energy to do what we want to do. We live empowered! In this workshop you will:
be heard and seen, in safe space, without any judgement
enter the silence and go within to learn about patterns and beliefs that may need to change to accomplish your goals and
gather courage, confidence and many tools to be able to set the boundaries you want to see.
This workshop is about honoring you, so that you can stand in your truth, your strength and your light.
We will strengthen our voices and deepen our presence together. Please bring a bag lunch, beverage, a pen and a journal.
PREREGISTER necessary for preplanning. $75/woman.
To register contact: Teresa King: [email protected].
To learn more about Teresa see her website: www.thelargerpicture.com
Intro to Thai Bodywork: Saturday | MAR 10
9:30-4PM
Preregister in advance.
6 CEUs or just enjoying
rescheduled from January due to absolutely terrible weather
In Thailand, all members of a family, learn some sort of massage which they can then offer to others as a form of love and service.
In the USA, Thai Yoga Massage is generally offered by skilled paid practitioners.
This class is designed to introduce already skilled massage therapists as well as the general public to Thai Massage Practice.
Rebecca Nenno, (mindnbody.massagetherapy.com/thai-training) will introduce us to Thai Bodywork. Great for correcting alignment issues and postural imbalances, it is a complimentary modality that is easily incorporated into other types of bodywork. Traditionally, it is performed on the floor on a mat, and the recipient wears comfortable clothing. Although this workshop is geared for professional massage therapists, Thai Bodywork is something anyone can benefit from.
Date: Saturday Jan 13, 2018
Time: 9:30am-4:00pm
Advance register: $150
At the door: $165
9:30-4PM
Preregister in advance.
6 CEUs or just enjoying
rescheduled from January due to absolutely terrible weather
In Thailand, all members of a family, learn some sort of massage which they can then offer to others as a form of love and service.
In the USA, Thai Yoga Massage is generally offered by skilled paid practitioners.
This class is designed to introduce already skilled massage therapists as well as the general public to Thai Massage Practice.
Rebecca Nenno, (mindnbody.massagetherapy.com/thai-training) will introduce us to Thai Bodywork. Great for correcting alignment issues and postural imbalances, it is a complimentary modality that is easily incorporated into other types of bodywork. Traditionally, it is performed on the floor on a mat, and the recipient wears comfortable clothing. Although this workshop is geared for professional massage therapists, Thai Bodywork is something anyone can benefit from.
Date: Saturday Jan 13, 2018
Time: 9:30am-4:00pm
Advance register: $150
At the door: $165
The Ugly Truth About Sugar | MAR 9
6-7PM
$10.
Presented by Marlana Freitas, LMT, INHC (licensed massage therapist, Integrative Nutrition and Health Coach)
Workshop Focus:
The affects of sugar on the body
How to reduce or eliminate sugar from your diet
How to deal with inevitable sugar cravings
Types of foods that can help with reducing sugar craving
Handouts will be distributed.
Marlana Freitas, LMT, INHC has been in private practice as a massage therapist here in Bennington since 2003.
She received her Massage License after graduating from the Dove Star Institute in 2000.
More recently she returned to school at The Institute fro Integrative Nutrition and Health Coaching. She is very excited to be able to offer this new service to our community. Marlana has had great success herself with the Integrative Nutrition program, reaching a weight loss of 40lbs through this program that focuses on clean eating and portion control. She is looking forward to helping others reach their goals.
6-7PM
$10.
Presented by Marlana Freitas, LMT, INHC (licensed massage therapist, Integrative Nutrition and Health Coach)
Workshop Focus:
The affects of sugar on the body
How to reduce or eliminate sugar from your diet
How to deal with inevitable sugar cravings
Types of foods that can help with reducing sugar craving
Handouts will be distributed.
Marlana Freitas, LMT, INHC has been in private practice as a massage therapist here in Bennington since 2003.
She received her Massage License after graduating from the Dove Star Institute in 2000.
More recently she returned to school at The Institute fro Integrative Nutrition and Health Coaching. She is very excited to be able to offer this new service to our community. Marlana has had great success herself with the Integrative Nutrition program, reaching a weight loss of 40lbs through this program that focuses on clean eating and portion control. She is looking forward to helping others reach their goals.
RESTORATIVE YOGA with Sonya Boesse: SATURDAY | JAN 27 and FEB 10
1-2PM
WHAT IS RESTORATIVE YOGA?
Restorative yoga is a quieting and self-regenerating practice for the body and mind. The body is placed in supported postures (using several props, such as bolsters, pillows and blankets) that are traditionally held longer than in active yoga classes. The physical support and extent of time in the postures helps to enhance the healing benefits of renewing and rebalancing one’s energy. A well-rounded restorative practice will include restful poses, as well as breathing practices (pranayama) and mindfulness exercises to support total relaxation.
BENEFITS OF RESTORATIVE YOGA:
In restorative yoga, you don’t DO the pose, the pose DOES you. From PMS and digestive discomfort, to anxious depression and moderate fatigue, there can be a remedy through the art of restorative yoga. The practice helps you to embody peace by encouraging the release of muscular and mental tension, therefore inducing the Relaxation Response (parasympathetic nervous system).
With a regular commitment to restorative yoga, one learns LIFE-LONG techniques to release and relax, which are powerful tools to have in the midst of our daily, active (stressful) lives.
$12 preregister,
$15 at door
1-2PM
WHAT IS RESTORATIVE YOGA?
Restorative yoga is a quieting and self-regenerating practice for the body and mind. The body is placed in supported postures (using several props, such as bolsters, pillows and blankets) that are traditionally held longer than in active yoga classes. The physical support and extent of time in the postures helps to enhance the healing benefits of renewing and rebalancing one’s energy. A well-rounded restorative practice will include restful poses, as well as breathing practices (pranayama) and mindfulness exercises to support total relaxation.
BENEFITS OF RESTORATIVE YOGA:
In restorative yoga, you don’t DO the pose, the pose DOES you. From PMS and digestive discomfort, to anxious depression and moderate fatigue, there can be a remedy through the art of restorative yoga. The practice helps you to embody peace by encouraging the release of muscular and mental tension, therefore inducing the Relaxation Response (parasympathetic nervous system).
With a regular commitment to restorative yoga, one learns LIFE-LONG techniques to release and relax, which are powerful tools to have in the midst of our daily, active (stressful) lives.
$12 preregister,
$15 at door
STRESS REDUCTION THROUGH MINDFULNESS
8 Week Course
with Tracy Purdy-Martin
Wednesdays from 7-830PM.
Free Introductory session Jan 16
Weekly sessions begin Jan 23 for 8 weeks
This is Tracy Purdy-Martin. She found herself living a stressful life. She realized that stress was affecting her physical condition. Wanting to find a better path, she took a class in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction. It changed her life. She learned to interrupt her reactions to stress, to calm her mind and her body. She is passionate about the things she has learned that have changed her life and wants to pass them on.
Stress Reduction Through Mindfulness: Life will always bring stress. As the saying goes, "Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass. It's about learning to dance in the rain." Learn to 'dance' through mindfulness techniques and find increased happiness and peace in your life.
Tracy will be offering this workshop again starting in January. This 8 week class is based on Jon Kabat-Zinn's Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction and Relaxation class with a sprinkling of QiGong. This class will teach you how to relieve stress, handle difficult situations, take control of your life, find happiness and peace and feel better. Sounds impossible? Take this class and you will see.
Sign up in advance and pre-pay for this course (although financial accommodations can be made).
Meets Tuesdays 7-830PM.
Cost: $160.
FREE Intro January 16. Begin course Jan 23.
You can find out more about the class by contacting Tracy Purdy-Martin of Change Your Life Wellness at (802)379-8339 or [email protected]
8 Week Course
with Tracy Purdy-Martin
Wednesdays from 7-830PM.
Free Introductory session Jan 16
Weekly sessions begin Jan 23 for 8 weeks
This is Tracy Purdy-Martin. She found herself living a stressful life. She realized that stress was affecting her physical condition. Wanting to find a better path, she took a class in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction. It changed her life. She learned to interrupt her reactions to stress, to calm her mind and her body. She is passionate about the things she has learned that have changed her life and wants to pass them on.
Stress Reduction Through Mindfulness: Life will always bring stress. As the saying goes, "Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass. It's about learning to dance in the rain." Learn to 'dance' through mindfulness techniques and find increased happiness and peace in your life.
Tracy will be offering this workshop again starting in January. This 8 week class is based on Jon Kabat-Zinn's Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction and Relaxation class with a sprinkling of QiGong. This class will teach you how to relieve stress, handle difficult situations, take control of your life, find happiness and peace and feel better. Sounds impossible? Take this class and you will see.
Sign up in advance and pre-pay for this course (although financial accommodations can be made).
Meets Tuesdays 7-830PM.
Cost: $160.
FREE Intro January 16. Begin course Jan 23.
You can find out more about the class by contacting Tracy Purdy-Martin of Change Your Life Wellness at (802)379-8339 or [email protected]
PUREYOGA/DIVINEYOGA
Third Saturdays 9am-11:30ish , MAY 20, JUNE 17
with PETER RIZZO
teaching yoga in the JIVAMUKTI or bliss style
$30 preregister, $35 at door, or by donation
(pay what you value the class at)
"Jivamukti" style yoga described in Yoga Journal: "Incorporating chanting, meditation, pranayama, philosophy, and music into a vigorous flowing asana, or vinyasa, practice. Jivamuti is a physically and intellectually stimulating method. This system emphasizes bringing ancient teachings alive in a contemporary setting." Founders: David Life and Sharon Gannon.
Third Saturdays 9am-11:30ish , MAY 20, JUNE 17
with PETER RIZZO
teaching yoga in the JIVAMUKTI or bliss style
$30 preregister, $35 at door, or by donation
(pay what you value the class at)
"Jivamukti" style yoga described in Yoga Journal: "Incorporating chanting, meditation, pranayama, philosophy, and music into a vigorous flowing asana, or vinyasa, practice. Jivamuti is a physically and intellectually stimulating method. This system emphasizes bringing ancient teachings alive in a contemporary setting." Founders: David Life and Sharon Gannon.
iREST / YOGA NIDRA with Sue Beal
Sundays May 7 and June 4 12noon - 12:30pm
Honestly, if you have not tried Yoga NIdra, you ARE missing out. This is a 1/2 hour guided experience which will guide you into a transformative meditative state. You are able to be awake and deeply at rest at the same time as YOU are not the guide. So Yoga NIdra or iRest is different than meditation and also different than sleep. Deeply healing, you will come away refreshed. You know that "refresh" button on your computer? It kind of clears up any "issues" that may have arisen, well an iRest experience is like that - it refreshes you from the inside out.
The far-reaching benefits of iRest Yoga Nidra have been hailed for treating post-traumatic stress disorder and chronic pain in soldiers and veterans. Evidence-based research is also showing the efficacy of iRest for treating anxiety, sleep disorders, and chemical dependency, along with enhancing health and well-being. Yoga Nidra is a transformative and integrative healing approach that can be used in personal practice, yoga classes, and clinical and medical settings.
Cost: by Donation ($15 suggested)
Sundays May 7 and June 4 12noon - 12:30pm
Honestly, if you have not tried Yoga NIdra, you ARE missing out. This is a 1/2 hour guided experience which will guide you into a transformative meditative state. You are able to be awake and deeply at rest at the same time as YOU are not the guide. So Yoga NIdra or iRest is different than meditation and also different than sleep. Deeply healing, you will come away refreshed. You know that "refresh" button on your computer? It kind of clears up any "issues" that may have arisen, well an iRest experience is like that - it refreshes you from the inside out.
The far-reaching benefits of iRest Yoga Nidra have been hailed for treating post-traumatic stress disorder and chronic pain in soldiers and veterans. Evidence-based research is also showing the efficacy of iRest for treating anxiety, sleep disorders, and chemical dependency, along with enhancing health and well-being. Yoga Nidra is a transformative and integrative healing approach that can be used in personal practice, yoga classes, and clinical and medical settings.
Cost: by Donation ($15 suggested)
Ari Gradus trained as a yoga teacher many years ago and incorporates the specificity of Iyengar into his own creative sequences. He has taught a regular class in New York City (his other home). He is an experienced and quite delightful teacher and we are happy to welcome him once again onto our teaching staff.
He has agreed to teach the 4 Sundays in February at 1030-1145AM. Please take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to work with Ari. Ari has a clear understanding of the many challenges MEN can face in a yoga class and has an abiding interest in working with men yoga students. We are hoping that he will also continue to teach this class when her returns from a month long sojourn in South Africa. Additionally, Ari is a very well known artist. You can find his work online.
He has agreed to teach the 4 Sundays in February at 1030-1145AM. Please take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to work with Ari. Ari has a clear understanding of the many challenges MEN can face in a yoga class and has an abiding interest in working with men yoga students. We are hoping that he will also continue to teach this class when her returns from a month long sojourn in South Africa. Additionally, Ari is a very well known artist. You can find his work online.
MASTERMIND GROUP
with Tracy Purdy-Martin
2nd Thursdays, Feb 9
730-830PM
An exciting and challenging place to try out new ideas, new goals, in a supportive group. Enter into the synergy of energy, commitment and excitement that participants bring to a Mastermind Group. Support others in creating and implementing goals whether personal, spiritual or career. Total honesty, respect and compassion allow each participant to act as a catalyst for growth.
Let your peers give you feedback, help you brainstorm new possibilities, and set up accountability structures that keep you focused and on track.
Who should attend a Mastermind Group?
People who
What Will You Get From It?
Dare to Dream
$10
You can find out more about the class by contacting Tracy Purdy-Martin of Change Your Life Wellness at (802)379-8339 or [email protected]
with Tracy Purdy-Martin
2nd Thursdays, Feb 9
730-830PM
An exciting and challenging place to try out new ideas, new goals, in a supportive group. Enter into the synergy of energy, commitment and excitement that participants bring to a Mastermind Group. Support others in creating and implementing goals whether personal, spiritual or career. Total honesty, respect and compassion allow each participant to act as a catalyst for growth.
Let your peers give you feedback, help you brainstorm new possibilities, and set up accountability structures that keep you focused and on track.
Who should attend a Mastermind Group?
People who
- have a desire and inspiration to make this year extraordinary
- want a supportive team
- Want to reach or exceed their goals
- are ready to let their desire to be passionate about their life and work
- overcome their fear of change
- have a similar skill and/or success level
What Will You Get From It?
- answers and ideas
- tap into others skills and ideas
- Increased confidence
- set useful, reachable goals
Dare to Dream
$10
You can find out more about the class by contacting Tracy Purdy-Martin of Change Your Life Wellness at (802)379-8339 or [email protected]
RESTORATIVE YOGA with Katherine King
THURS. NOVEMBER 10: 7:15-8:45PM
Soothing, well-supported poses that bring the body, mind and spirit into greater balance. Restorative yoga can leave you nourished and well rested, an opportunity to linger quietly in the simple sweetness of life.
THURS. NOVEMBER 10: 7:15-8:45PM
Soothing, well-supported poses that bring the body, mind and spirit into greater balance. Restorative yoga can leave you nourished and well rested, an opportunity to linger quietly in the simple sweetness of life.
GET HIP TO YOUR HIPS with Jennie Cohen: FRIDAY | JULY 15
6-8PM
Jennie Cohen returns on Friday July 15, 6-8PM for a Hip Opening Workshop. Using Yoga Tune Up Therapy Balls, Jennie will help us open and gentle our hips. Jennie is a gift to our area. An international trainer of yoga teachers, she will be offering yoga teacher training in Brattleboro in the Fall. She also presents workshops in such varied venues as Dubai, China and Vermont!
RESTORATIVE, REST and REFRESH YOGA with Sonya Boesse.
Sunday May 29th, 2-3:30PM
“Healing our layers and levels with Gentle and Restorative Yoga for Men and Women.”
“What are you healing?”
Whether its physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, come practice yoga to remove the obstacles within and go to the deep level where healing can happen.
Restore, Refresh, Revitalize, Rest with gentle yoga. Take some down time to soothe your spirit and relax your soul with easy gentle yoga and restorative yoga postures. This class is a blend of movement, meditation and rest. Or just come and relax the entire session!”
Sunday May 29th, 2-3:30PM
“Healing our layers and levels with Gentle and Restorative Yoga for Men and Women.”
“What are you healing?”
Whether its physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, come practice yoga to remove the obstacles within and go to the deep level where healing can happen.
Restore, Refresh, Revitalize, Rest with gentle yoga. Take some down time to soothe your spirit and relax your soul with easy gentle yoga and restorative yoga postures. This class is a blend of movement, meditation and rest. Or just come and relax the entire session!”
WORK OUT YOUR SHOULDERS with Jennie Cohen
FRIDAY, Feb 26 6-8pm
Feel like you're carrying the weight of an enormous sphere on your shoulders?
These little therapy ball spheres can alleviate the physical and emotional stress.
Postural habits, occupational hazards (jutting your head forward to stare at a computer screen for eight hours a day), and the worries that accompany everday living all contribute to shoulder tension. As a result, shoulder and neck pain have become epidemic. In this workshop we'll use Yoga Tune Up therapy balls to soothe tense tissues and to repattern postural bearing. We'll open up restricted areas and awaken blind spots. Yoga practitioners will learn new ways to prep the body for shoulder openers, yoga teachers will glean techniques to use with private clients, and everybody will discover ways to strip away stress and fatigue.
You'll receive a set of balls to take home with you, so you can use the techniques you'll learn as often as you wish.
$35 fee includes set of yoga balls. Space limited so please preregister
(obviously if you have some yoga balls already, the fee will be lower)
Also coming in MAY: GET HIP TO YOUR HIPS
May 13, 6-8PM,
Using Yoga Therapy Balls, we will explore releasing the hips.
JENNIE COHEN is an instructor for the international YogaFit studios. She travels world wide giving trainings: Japan, France, China, Saudi Arabia to name a few and the USA.
We are fortunate to have her willing to share some of her in depth knowledge with us.
Do not pass up this opportunity.
FRIDAY, Feb 26 6-8pm
Feel like you're carrying the weight of an enormous sphere on your shoulders?
These little therapy ball spheres can alleviate the physical and emotional stress.
Postural habits, occupational hazards (jutting your head forward to stare at a computer screen for eight hours a day), and the worries that accompany everday living all contribute to shoulder tension. As a result, shoulder and neck pain have become epidemic. In this workshop we'll use Yoga Tune Up therapy balls to soothe tense tissues and to repattern postural bearing. We'll open up restricted areas and awaken blind spots. Yoga practitioners will learn new ways to prep the body for shoulder openers, yoga teachers will glean techniques to use with private clients, and everybody will discover ways to strip away stress and fatigue.
You'll receive a set of balls to take home with you, so you can use the techniques you'll learn as often as you wish.
$35 fee includes set of yoga balls. Space limited so please preregister
(obviously if you have some yoga balls already, the fee will be lower)
Also coming in MAY: GET HIP TO YOUR HIPS
May 13, 6-8PM,
Using Yoga Therapy Balls, we will explore releasing the hips.
JENNIE COHEN is an instructor for the international YogaFit studios. She travels world wide giving trainings: Japan, France, China, Saudi Arabia to name a few and the USA.
We are fortunate to have her willing to share some of her in depth knowledge with us.
Do not pass up this opportunity.
Friday Feb 12, 6-730PM. MEET YOUR PSOAS MUSCLE: Release, relax, restore Your Body and Mind. with SUZY PENCE.
What is the psoas muscle? And why might you care?
Part of what is frequently referred to as "hip flexors", your psoas muscle is the only muscle connecting your back to your legs; spanning from your lumbar spine to the femur; with fibers extending to the diaphragm. A healthy, elongated psoas muscle is essential for balanced alignment, proper joint rotation, full muscular range of motion and your emotional health. Did you know that there are more sympathetic nerves (those governing our fight and flight responses) located at the juncture where the psoas and diaphragm converge, than anywhere else in the body? A chronically constricted psoas signals the body's sympathetic nervous system to continue to be online; depleting the adrenal glands and negatively affecting the immune system. A healthy relationship with your psoas can be instrumental to your overall health and well-being. I invite you to join me for an evening of practice that will aid in releasing and relaxing your psoas muscle and turn on your parasympathetic nervous system (the relaxation response) to bring your mind and body to a place of restoration.
What is the psoas muscle? And why might you care?
Part of what is frequently referred to as "hip flexors", your psoas muscle is the only muscle connecting your back to your legs; spanning from your lumbar spine to the femur; with fibers extending to the diaphragm. A healthy, elongated psoas muscle is essential for balanced alignment, proper joint rotation, full muscular range of motion and your emotional health. Did you know that there are more sympathetic nerves (those governing our fight and flight responses) located at the juncture where the psoas and diaphragm converge, than anywhere else in the body? A chronically constricted psoas signals the body's sympathetic nervous system to continue to be online; depleting the adrenal glands and negatively affecting the immune system. A healthy relationship with your psoas can be instrumental to your overall health and well-being. I invite you to join me for an evening of practice that will aid in releasing and relaxing your psoas muscle and turn on your parasympathetic nervous system (the relaxation response) to bring your mind and body to a place of restoration.
Self Massage & Pranayama Workshop
with Jennie Cohen
FRIDAY, January 22 6-8pm with
Let Your Breath Have a Ball: A Self-Massage and Pranayama Workshop - Release Stress and Breathe more freely
This workshop is for you if:
-You suffer from tension-related shoulder and neck pain
-You're curious about delving into pranayama practices
-You breathe
Tension in the neck, shoulders, and trunk can restrict breathing. The inverse holds true as well; stilted breath can result in shoulder and neck pain.
In this workshop we'll use Yoga Tune Up therapy balls to release tissues that, if seized up, can impede full breathing. You'll learn self-care techniques to relax at the end of the workday and to ease painful neck knots. You'll improve your capacity to breathe well and will discover your breath through a new lens. Then we'll explore some classic pranayama techniques to take advantage of your newfound relationship with your breath.
You'll go home with a repertoire of self-massage techniques to soothe aches and pains and with tools to initiate a pranayama practice or to inspire your regular pranayama practice.
$35. Space limited so please preregister
JENNIE COHEN is an instructor for the international YogaFit studios. She travels world wide giving trainings: Japan, France, China, Saudi Arabia to name a few and the USA.
We are fortunate to have her willing to share some of her in depth knowledge with us.
Do not pass up this opportunity.
with Jennie Cohen
FRIDAY, January 22 6-8pm with
Let Your Breath Have a Ball: A Self-Massage and Pranayama Workshop - Release Stress and Breathe more freely
This workshop is for you if:
-You suffer from tension-related shoulder and neck pain
-You're curious about delving into pranayama practices
-You breathe
Tension in the neck, shoulders, and trunk can restrict breathing. The inverse holds true as well; stilted breath can result in shoulder and neck pain.
In this workshop we'll use Yoga Tune Up therapy balls to release tissues that, if seized up, can impede full breathing. You'll learn self-care techniques to relax at the end of the workday and to ease painful neck knots. You'll improve your capacity to breathe well and will discover your breath through a new lens. Then we'll explore some classic pranayama techniques to take advantage of your newfound relationship with your breath.
You'll go home with a repertoire of self-massage techniques to soothe aches and pains and with tools to initiate a pranayama practice or to inspire your regular pranayama practice.
$35. Space limited so please preregister
JENNIE COHEN is an instructor for the international YogaFit studios. She travels world wide giving trainings: Japan, France, China, Saudi Arabia to name a few and the USA.
We are fortunate to have her willing to share some of her in depth knowledge with us.
Do not pass up this opportunity.
Yoga Therapy Balls with Jennie Cohen: Friday | Dec. 11
6-8PM
Head to Toe Self-Massage using Yoga Therapy Balls
Greet the holidays with confidence. This Head-to-Toe Self-Massage will soothe you and alleviate tension:
You will learn how to give your body some good love using these self massage therapy balls.
Jennie will introduce us to techniques for using these therapy balls to break up adhered tissues allowing us to move more freely, relieve pain, and breathe more easily. And you'll receive a set of balls to take home with you! Details to be posted soon, or contact us for more info.
Find Us atThe Yoga Place
532 Main St. Bennington, VT 05346 Tel. (802) 447-0393 |
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