Upcoming Events:

PUREYOGA/DIVINEYOGA with Peter Rizzo
9-11:30AM
SATURDAY |  NOVEMBER 2 & 16
 
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.

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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.

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NATARAJA  Dance Gathering:  FRIDAY  |    NOV 15,  JAN 17,  FEB 21
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.

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QIGONG RETURNS!
 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.
Start Date: September 10

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