 HEART-CENTERED MEDITATION & YOGA SERIES with Melanie Murray 6-week series: $95 in advance, $105 at door if space available 6 Thursdays, 6:15-7:15p, September 18-October 23 6 Thursdays, 6-7:20p, October 30-December 11 (skip November 27) (NOTE NEW EXTENDED TIME) Do you find yourself chasing worldly desires when happiness lives in your heart? There is an incredible reservoir of peace and love inside our Being that is inaccessible when the mind is busy and our emotions are running our lives. Enlightenment is a process of unlearning the disturbing habits of worry, doubt and fear. Meditation, breathing and yoga are tools for clearing our Buddha/Christ nature. It is through forgiveness, compassion, self knowledge, and self acceptance that we come to experience the joy and truth of our essential nature. This 6-week series will teach the basic tools of a heart-centered meditation practice. The class will include simple yoga postures, breath work and energy healing practices, as well as inspirational writings from enlightened masters to help unravel the tension and clutter that keep you from the experience of peace and love available in each moment. YOGA FOR BACK HEALTH SERIES with Candace Bordelon 6-week series: $95 in advance, $105 at door if space available Wednesdays, 6:15-7:15p, October 15-November 19  By its very nature, yoga is well suited to address back problems such as those arising from postural alignment conditions, stress, and injuries. This series is designed to help prevent back pain through improving basic spinal flexibility, strengthening the core and the spinal support muscles, and becoming comfortable with the movements that control flexion and extension of the spine. In addition, participants will learn how to twist safely and understand the specific adjustments that need to be made for future safe yoga practice. Instructor Candace Bordelon has two herniated discs in her lumbar spine and has learned how to effectively modify and use her yoga practice for a stronger and healthier back. YOGA BASICS SERIES 6-week series: $95 in advance, $105 at door if space available Wednesdays, 7:30-8:30p, with Christiana Stich Basics II: August 27-October 8 (skip September 17) Basics I: November 5-December 17 (skip November 26) Wednesdays, 6:15-7:15p, with Candace Bordelon Basics I: September 3-October 8 note: there will not be another basics series in this time slot; see Yoga for Back Health Series above Saturdays, 10:20-11:20a, with Candace Bordelon Basics II: September 6-October 11  Designed for those with little or no experience, this semi-private class series (limited to no more than eight students) explores the fundamentals of Hatha Yoga and provides opportunities to ask questions, get individual instruction and learn modifications for specific needs. You’ll learn the asanas (yoga poses) in a progressive manner, giving you a firm foundation for a lasting yoga practice. Breathwork, body mechanics, proper alignment, posture, opening the hips and shoulders, and ways to quiet the mind are highlighted. This series is a great way to prepare for our regular drop-in classes. Basics I is designed for new beginners with little or no yoga experience. Basics II will continue preparing you for drop-in classes and a personal yoga practice. You do not need to have attended Basics I but some introductory yoga experience will be helpful before attending Basics II.  PRENATAL YOGA SERIESwith MiMi Mears 6-week series: $95 in advance, $105 at door if space available Mondays, 6:15-7:15p August 11-September 22 (skip August 18) September 29-November 3 Wednesdays, 12:15-1:15p August 13-September 17 September 24-October 29 Saturdays, 9:15-10:15a August 9-September 20 (skip August 16) (CLOSED/FULL) September 27-November 1 It may be possible to begin in the middle of a series or "drop in" to a class ($20) if space permits; please call the studio in advance. You must be in your second or third trimester to participate. Each series is once a week. If you enroll in two or more concurrent prenatal series, so that you are coming to more than one class a week on an ongoing basis, the cost is discounted to $80 per series. The benefits of attending a prenatal yoga class are far beyond what you can receive by simply modifying a regular yoga or exercise class. Our MamasteYoga™ classes are specifically designed to help prepare the body and the mind for labor, delivery and motherhood. The exercises are carefully chosen to be safe for mom and baby, to maintain or correct posture and to relieve neck and lower back pain, sciatica symptoms, cramps and other common complaints associated with pregnancy. You will learn specialized movements and breathing techniques to be used during labor. Learn to relax on command and to keep a positive outlook while clearing the mind of the stresses associated with pregnancy and motherwood. Deepen the bond with your baby and enjoy support and encouragement from the other students. Many lifelong friendships start in prenatal yoga classes! These classes are appropriate for both beginning and experienced yoga practitioners and conform to the safety guidelines of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists for exercise during pregnancy. You must be in your second or third trimester to participate. A physician’s release is also required, available online here. Bring a pillow for comfort. Read what one happy new mom had to say about our Prenatal Yoga classes! PARTNER PRENATAL YOGA with MiMi Mears Saturday, October 25, 10:30-11:30a Per couple: $35 in advance, $45 at door if space available Learn and practice mindful yoga postures you can do together to prepare Mom’s body and mind for labor and delivery and to help Dad nurture Mom in safe and gentle ways. No previous yoga experience required. Come in loose clothing, ready to breathe, stretch and strengthen mindfully. Mom must be in her second or third trimester and have her physician's release for exercise. Please bring a pillow for mom's comfort. "MOMMY & ME" POSTNATAL YOGA SERIES with MiMi Mears 6-week series: $95 in advance, $105 at door if space available 6 Wednesdays, 9:30-10:15a August 27-October 1 October 8-November 12 Babies must be 6 weeks (8 weeks for C-section) to about 6 months old (pre-crawlers only). It may be possible to begin in the middle of a series if space permits; please call the studio to inquire. As with our prenatal classes, the exercises are carefully designed to be safe for mom and baby, to maintain or correct posture, to begin restrengthening abdominal and other muscles, and to relieve postnatal discomfort and emotional symptoms. Deepen the bond with your new baby and enjoy support and encouragement from the other moms. These classes are appropriate for both beginning and experienced yoga practitioners. See the Dallas Morning News article about one of our postnatal moms bringing her triplets to class! "FIRST FRIDAY" RESTORATIVE YOGA First Friday of each month, 6:30-8p $15/$17 drop-in or class pass September 5, November 7, December 5 with Candace Bordelon October 3 with Tifany Henderson One special Friday evening each month, experience the deep release and relaxation of Restorative Yoga, and get your weekend started right! Restorative Yoga is a gentle, slower-paced Hatha yoga class focusing on passive, supported poses and breathwork to allow the body to open, release and stretch. Props are provided, but if you have your own blankets,  bolsters, eye pillows, etc., it's very helpful to bring them. Make space in your week to unwind, rejuvenate, and heal the effects of stress, fatigue and illness with this relaxing and effortless form of yoga.PLEASE NOTE: Our drop-in Restorative Yoga classes are limited to no more than 20 students. Please reserve in advance online, or arrive early in order to ensure a spot in class. Latecomers may be turned away if the class is already crowded. We cannot make exceptions due to the quantity of blankets and props needed for this class. In addition, we have enough blankets at the studio to provide a maximum of three per person. Many restorative poses need more than this to be completely comfortable and effective. We strongly recommend purchasing and bringing your own mats, blankets, bolsters, etc. for the best possible restorative experience. Any type of firm, flat blanket will do, they don't have to be yoga blankets specifically. Yoga mats, blankets and eye pillows are available in our Abundance Boutique; yoga supplies are also widely available online. RESTORATIVE YOGA SERIES 8-week series: $95 in advance, $105 at door if space available 8 Tuesdays, 7:15-8:30p, July 29-September 16 with Barbara Weatherbie 8 Tuesdays, 7:45-9p, September 30-November 18 with Louise Applebome Restorative Yoga is a gentle, slower-paced Hatha yoga class focusing on passive, supported poses and breathwork and allowing the body to open, release and renew. Make space in your week to unwind and to heal the effects of stress and fatigue. This evening class will also promote a deep and relaxing night's sleep. Props are provided, but you are encouraged to bring your own yoga blankets, bolsters, eye pillows, etc. for maximum comfort and ease. (see note above under TGIF Restorative Yoga) This series is limited to 10 people. IF the class is not full, drop-ins may be allowed ($17 at door, $15 online), but please call the studio the day of the class to check availability before dropping in. YOGA FOR EMOTIONAL HEALTH with Bridget Foley Saturday, November 15, 1-4p Saturday, December 13, 1-4p Each session $40 in advance, $50 at door if space available Looking for some tools to help you manage stress and create a deeper sense of satisfaction in your life? Join Forrest Yoga teacher Bridget Foley for this special two-session workshop designed to help you better manage the holiday season. Each session will be different so you can choose to attend either or both. Using your yoga practice as a metaphor for how you act in the rest of your life off the mat, you'll learn how to read your emotional landscape and create more intentional responses to your life experiences. If you are or have been challenged by depression, anxiety, panic attacks, feeling overwhelmed and stressed out, this workshop is for you! Bridget is a former litigation attorney who found relief from depression and panic attacks through the breath and postures of yoga. She is living proof that life can be so much more than struggling; it can be an amazing journey of self-exploration and discovery. Come discover how to create the life that you most want to live -- vibrant, passionate, and wonder-filled! Please bring writing materials and your enthusiasm.  CHAKRA WORKSHOPwith Melanie Murray 5th Chakra: Saturday, October 18, 3-5:30p 6th Chakra: Saturday, December 6, 3-5:30p $35 in advance, $45 at door if space available Please note: this workshop fills up quickly in advance, so please call to check availability before dropping in unregistered! A chakra-centered meditation and yoga practice can help you create a life of health, strength, awareness, wealth, success, love, peace and joy. In this ongoing series of workshops you'll discover the power of the chakras through guided meditations and yoga movement specifically designed to reconnect you to your energy body. Each workshop focuses on one of the seven chakras and includes lecture, interactive discussion, guided meditations, movement and energy exercises. In October, we'll explore the fifth chakra, the throat center, and issues of communication, integrity, self-expression and the power of choice. The throat chakra has powerful influence over our personal will, our ability to communicate who we are. It is in the throat chakra that you receive divine guidance and develop your spiritual voice. When your throat chakra is open you're able to express your beliefs, creativity and emotional needs openly, without fear of others' opinions. Can you hear the truth in yourself longing to be expressed? Do you share your truth with others instead of "swallowing" your feelings and beliefs out of fear of judgment? Do you have a strong will developed for challenging and difficult times? Do you live from and express your creative spirit? If you have difficulty sharing your truth with others, become frightened when you have to express yourself in public, or have trouble communicating your feelings, your throat chakra may be constricted. In this unique workshop experience we will open to healing the throat chakra. Melanie Murray is an experienced yoga teacher, intuitive energy healer and therapist. Through her own meditation practice and study with Caroline Myss and other spiritual masters, she has learned the energetic anatomy of the chakras. In her healing practice, she uses the chakras to open the energy field, facilitating higher states of awareness and being for her clients. CIRCLE OF SOULS YOGA THEATRE EXPERIENCE with Tzivia Stein-Barrett NEXT DATE TBD Free You are invited to help Tzivia create her Living Yoga Theatre. Join our "Circle of Souls" Yoga Experience: a unique, playful event led by Tzivia Stein-Barrett, MindBody Therapist and Certified Yoga Instructor. Use your body, mind and soul in collaboration and group story-telling. Warm-up, stretching, circles and yoga postures will be speckled, sprinkled and seasoned with surprises that will come from YOU as you explore and express yourself and your reflections on this past year of your life. There is no charge for this experience, which is a practice run in preparation for the offering Tzivia will do at the Moonlady Fest Peace Day. Come share your heart as part of this one-of-a-kind experience and offer feedback. Light refreshments and wine will be served. Wear loose, comfortable clothing. Tzivia (pronounced cee-vee-ya) Stein-Barrett, LCSW, CYI has led educational and personal growth groups throughout her career as a mental health provider and psychodramatist. Tzivia derives profound fulfillment through offering yoga as metaphor to groups in community settings, conference presentations and in her recent yoga-supported grief group. She is the founder and director of The Healing Circle Center: Integrative Mind/Body Therapy. While this event is free, space is limited so please reserve your spot. |
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