Amanda Dzengeleski
A Deep Bow of Gratitude

In yoga, we speak of Sangha, a gathering of people who walk a shared path, who choose again and again to practice in a way that uplifts not only themselves but the collective whole. A Sangha is not defined by walls or geography; it’s defined by the steady presence of individuals who show up with curiosity, courage, tenderness, and a willingness to grow.

A Deep Bow of Gratitude
Amanda Dzengeleski
NEW Workshop Series: Exploring the Fascial ...

For students who have attended at least one of our Osteoporosis and Yoga workshops, we’re excited to offer a unique 7-session experiential workshop that blend Yin/Yang poses and movements designed to target specific fascial lines in the body.

NEW Workshop Series: Exploring the Fascial Archetypes - Let’s Make This Yoga for Your Body.
Amanda Dzengeleski
Interoception: Our Body's Sixth Sense

In many ways, interoception is the bridge between our body and our mind. It allows us to notice sensations that signal our emotional states, physiological needs, and overall wellbeing. When our interoceptive awareness is well-developed, we’re more attuned to what our body is telling us, which can guide us toward healthier choices, emotional regulation, and even pain reduction.

Interoception: Our Body's Sixth Sense
Amanda Dzengeleski
The Season of Expansion + Summer Class ...

Summer is a season of expansion - longer days, warmer nights, and a chance to open ourselves to the full and abundant energy. Summer invites us to embrace the vibrant qualities of the season: growth, activity, and celebration. Yet with all this outward energy, it’s easy to get caught in the busyness of “doing” and forget the value of “being.”

The Season of Expansion + Summer Class Announcements
Amanda Dzengeleski
Re-Blooming with Spring

Imagine practicing yoga surrounded by the delicate beauty of spring—wildflowers nodding gently in the breeze, the scent of fresh herbs and tea leaves in the air. This is the magic of the Tea House, where nature and mindfulness intertwine to create a space for deep connection. We invite you to embrace the season’s rising energy in our April yoga series.

Re-Blooming with Spring

What is Yoga Therapy?

Thanks to John Kepner from the International Association of Yoga Therapy  http://www.iayt.org/

He posted a new article on his website and Facebook that you might want to share with your doctor! It's called "Yoga Therapy Referral Guidelines for Healthcare Practitioners," and was just published in Yoga Therapy Today, published by the International Association of Yoga Therapists (IAYT).

The article, co-written with Dr. Loren Fishman, Leigh Blashki, John Kepner and Subodh Tiwari, is an excerpt of the new medical textbook on yoga therapy, The Principles and Practice of Yoga in Health Care, which will be published this spring. http://www.drmccall.com/uploads/2/2/6/5/22658464/ytt_winter2016_feature_ytreferralguidelines.pdf

Check it out. Thanks!

Love, SAM

Ageless Yoga Mondays, 9:30am, Starts November 2nd!

AGELESS

Ageless is a therapeutic yoga class geared for older adults, men and women, who come to the mat with various age-related conditions, such as arthritis and joint replacement and more. This class offers alternative standing, seated and lying postures combined with meditation and breathing sequences to promote the balance of emotional, energetic and physical bodies to support transitions in life. Chair support for balance and transitioning to and from the floor is available. No experience with yoga is needed.

*We recommend checking with your physician before starting a new exercise program.

Send this info to a friend or relative. Bring a friend or two. 

To sign-up, go to the class schedule and click on the link for the class. First class at Republic of Yoga is free and you can also buy a series of classes. Go to: http://www.republicofyoga.com/  

Namaste! 

SAM 910-431-5745

Shoulder Health and Autumn

With Yin rising, we perform asanas that help support and balance the Lung (Yin) and Large Intestine (Yang) Meridians, as well as the Heart (Yin) and Small Intestine (Yang) Meridians. Congestion in our shoulders is common and you may find an increase as the season has changed. Performing Yin and Yang postures for the shoulders and neck are very beneficial. Also asanas that compress or lengthen the abdomen as well. 

Use the Bandhas to your benefit in these poses. Jalandhara (chin), Uddiyana (abdominal region), and Mula (pelvic area). 

Take a look at this article.

http://www.dailybandha.com/2011/04/shoulder-kinematics-in-yoga.html

See you in class. 

SAM

In HONOR of Dr. Hiroshi Motoyama, Celebrating One of YIN Yoga's Great Teachers

YIN YOGA: for those that have taken and/or taught YIN YOGA, we have lost one of our great influential teachers, Dr. Hiroshi Motoyama, on September 19th. 

Celebrations honoring his life and love will be held on September 26 and 27 at his shrine in Tokyo. Please read the official announcement below and send in any comments you would like to the email provided. Please feel free to share this. 
Love, SAM

Yin Yang Workshop Relections

I would like to extend a big thank you to Nicole Nichols for partnering with me last weekend, August 29th, at Republic of Yoga www.republicofyoga.com for a Yin/Yang Workshop related to rising yin and transitioning from summer to autumn. We had a wonderful group of yogis in attendance learning and exploring yin and yang in the context of yoga related to the energetic, physical, and meditation practices. Please look for more events related to yin and yang. Also JOIN ME 7:30pm THURSDAY EVENINGS at RoY for Yin Yoga and Meditation!  Love, SAM

OM GATE GATE PARAGATE PARASAMGATE BODHI SVAHA.

OM, GONE (GATE is gone), GONE, (then PARAGATE) GONE BEYOND, (PARASAMGATE) GONE COMPLETELY BEYOND, (BODHI) AWAKE, (SVAHA) SO BE IT. So: OM, GONE, GONE, GONE BEYOND, GONE COMPLETELY BEYOND, AWAKE, SO BE IT.