Restorative Yoga with Sally Weber

Next Class: Sunday, September 27th, 1pm-2pm
This class will take place on the last Sunday of the month, 1pm-2pm and
every second Wednesday of the month, 7:30pm-8:30pm
Cost: $8 drop-in or included in cost of class series

Upcoming Scheduled Dates:
Wednesday, October 14th, 7:30pm-8:30pm

Chronic stress alerts the body to release stress hormones, increase blood pressure and heart rate, tighten muscles, suppress the immune system and minimize blood flow to the digestive and reproductive system. It can create chronic shoulder tightness, headaches, low back problems and many other stress-related conditions.

With the regular practice of deep relaxation, your body will begin to remember how it feels to be completely relaxed, and the essence of that relaxed state will stay with you longer. As your stress reduces, so is anxiety, fear, and depression, helping you to cope better under emotional strain and with all aspects of your life. On a more subtle level, restorative yoga aids us in the practice of letting go, and experiencing the benefits of effortlessness directly.

Learn to experience deep relaxation, sleep better, and allow your body to heal itself.

To insure that there are enough props for everyone we recommended that, if you have your own mats, blankets, bolsters or blocks, you bring these with you.

Sally Weber, BSBA, PYT, eRYT-500, has been practicing yoga for over thirty years. She came to Tucson after evacuating from Hurricane Katrina with her family, leaving behind a yoga studio in Bay St Louis, Mississippi. She received her yoga teaching certification through Integrative Yoga Therapy in 2001 and Professional Yoga Therapist (PYT) certification in 2003.
Published articles include "Yoga and Diabetes" in WWN Connections (Wholistic Wellness Network) and "Evacuating from Katrina: An Extreme Practice in Yoga from the Lens of the Five Koshas" in Arizona Yoga. She has co-developed partner yoga workshops in Tucson and Bisbee with Tom Beall and led yoga classes at the annual Bisbee Yoga Expo. Sally also has served as a faculty member for the Yoga Teacher Training at Tucson's Yoga Flow. Currently, she is a yoga instructor at Canyon Ranch teaching all levels of yoga, breathing, meditation, and therapeutic classes. She also provides private yoga therapy and workshops for instructor CEU's at the resort. sallymweber@msn.com http://www.sunmoonyoga-tucson.com/

AcroYoga Weekend Immersion with Jason Magness and Chelsey Gribbon

AcroJAM!

Friday, Octoer 9th, 6pm-9pm

Cost: $15 pre-registration, $20 drop-in

The JAM! is a chance for experienced AcroYogis to play and experiment in a safe, open atmosphere. Several AcroYoga assistants will be on hand to support your acrobatic antics! Join Tucson's vibrant AcroYoga community and share a blissful evening of partner yoga, flying, acrobatics and Thai massage, or whateveryour heart desires. (some AcroYoga experience required).

Taking Your Yoga Off the Mat: The Magic of AcroYoga

Saturday, October 10th, 1pm-4pm

Cost: $30 early registration*, $35 after

ALL LEVELS WELCOME

Come bring your yoga off the mat and onto someone else! This workshop is perfect for both the beginner and the well-versed AcroYogi. AcroYoga aims to bring yogic awareness to the power and grace of acrobatics. Confidence, concentration, trust and agility are all elements that support the embodiment of an acrobat and can help any person feel more empowered in their daily lives. By expanding the range of the physical body, we learn to trust ourselves and others, realizing our collective potential. As we remove self-imposed limits, we are walking on the path towards liberation. All of these very yogic ideals shine through the practice of acrobatics. The elements shared in this offering consist of: strength-building techniques and the AcroYoga asana sequence, partner balancing, acrobatic flying, inversions and spotting techniques. With these new tools students will have a fresh perspective on how to enhance their practice and their approach to others. No partner is necessary, 6 months of yoga practice recommended.

Acrobat Training Techniques and Basic Washing Machines

Saturday, October 10th, 5:30pm-8pmCost: $30 early registration*, or $35 after

PREVIOUS ACRO TRAINING RECOMMENDED. TEACHER APPROVAL REQUIRED

In this workshop we will give you the tools you need to enhanceyour acrobatic practice. We will be playing with handstand technqiues and many partner drills as well as breaking down several washing machines (continuous acrobatic vinyasa flows). Come challenge yourself and break through your mental and physical blocks. Become aware of the hidden potential in your body and your practice.

Thai Massage: bringing Connection and Healing to the mat

Saturday, October 10th, 8:30pm-10pm

Cost: $15 pre-registration, $20 drop-in

Thai massage involves sretching and deep masage. This form of bodywork is usually performed on the floor and both partners wear comfortable clothing allowing for movement. No oils are used in Thai massage. This ancient healing system was developed by a Buddhist physician over 2500 years ago. Thai massage is also called Thai Yoga massage because the therapist uses his or her hands, knees, legs, and feet to move you into a series of yoga-like stretches. Many people say that Thai massage is like doing yoga - without the work! Muscle compression, joint mobilization, and acupressure are also used during treatment. Come learn the benefits of giving and receiving a thai massage. No partner is necessary. The perfect way to end a physically demanding day.

Advanced AcroYoga Performance and Sequencing

Sunday, October 11th, 1pm-8:30pm

Cost: $60 early registration*. $70 after

Teacher permission required.In this workshop we will take all of the elements of acroyoga practice and combine them into a fun, new, challenging show piece! We will work on more advanced "show stopper" moves and spend time fine tuning transitions. Everyone will leave this workshop with a beautiful, polished flow. Everyone will be broken up into either basing or flying, so come prepared to specialize in one or the other. There will be an hour at the end to ask questions and work on any flows or postures you wish. Come prepared to learn as much as your body and mind can absorb!

Register for the FULL weekend for $125 early registration, $140 after*

Early Registration deadline: Friday, September 25th

Register for all workshops online via Paypal or Credit Card at http://www.yogaflowtucson.com/Events.htm or contact the studio.

Jason Magness has guided climbing expeditions since 1994 and has taught yoga since 1999 and co-founded the YogaSlackers. He continually pursues his yoga education by studying with as many international yoga masters as possible. He spends the rest of his time climbing as many incredible summits as he can. Jason travels extensively throughout the nation to share his teachings and can often be seen teaching at Yoga Journal Conferences nationwide.Please visit the following link for more information on Jason: http://web.mac.com/Yogaslackers/iweb/YogaSlackers.com/Jason.html

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ALL CDs & DVDs are now 25% off

Stirlen Chi Mat cleaning spray is available! (You can also refill your bottle with us for only $5!).

**Remember, members ALWAYS receive 10% off retail purchases (yes, on top of already-existing sales, also)

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Vinyasa Flow Yoga Intensive

Details
Session: Module 1, October 18th thru November 22nd, Saturdays & Sundays starting 1pm, No class November 7th
Cost: $950/module (not including books) payment plan options are available

Download a registration form at www.yogaflowtucson.com/events.htm

The style of Vinyasa yoga focuses on the union of breath and movement in vigorous asana sequences to cleanse the body of physical and mental toxicity, moving the practitioner towards inner clarity and enlightenment. Ashtanga brings particular attention to the tristhana: breath, posture and drishti. This intensive will focus on Vinyasa Flow, heavily influenced by Ashtanga principles, empowering our students with an expansive base of experience and knowledge and helping them to find their path towards a powerful practice.

Module 1 – Asana This section will focus on the physical practice of yoga, exploring techniques, modifications, contraindications, etc. to deepen the individual’s personal asana practice. Students will also explore yoga history, Ayurveda, and Sanskrit, all pillars of a powerful yoga practice.

What Makes this Program Special?

• A core of talented, dedicated and experienced teachers, whose knowledge and teaching skills are celebrated and sought after nation- and world-wide



• Roots in the powerful practice of Ashtanga and direction by the only Ashtanga yoga teacher in Arizona blessed by Pattabhi Jois



• Benefits including:






• Unlimited Classes at Yoga Flow for the duration of the intensive,



• 20% discounts on retail items including yoga clothing, books and CDs



• Discounts on Yoga Flow Workshops & Classes even after the intensive, and more...

Are there any prerequisites for this program?

• Applicants must have obtained a high school degree, or GED



• Students wishing to participate in this program must complete an application and submit to an interview with Intensive staff



• Students applying to this program must have a minimum of 6 months regular and continuous yoga practice



• Once accepted, students must submit a signed copy of a personal Health Statement, indicating that he/she is healthy and does not suffer from any serious medical conditions which may inhibit a dedicated yoga practice, as well as a signed copy of Yoga Flow's Code of Ethics.

Who are the teachers that I would be learning from?

Primary Teachers:

• Lisa Schrempp (Director) began her studies of yoga in 1985. She has teaching certificates from Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Ashram in Kerala, South India, obtained in 1995, and a Yoga Therapy Certifiate from BKS Iyengar in Rishilesh, India, obtained in 1996. She has practiced Ashtanga yoga since 1991 and has completed the primary and intermediate series with Sri K Pattabhi Jois. She is currently the only teacher in Arizona blessed to teach Ashtanga Yoga by Pattabhi Jois. Lisa is also a certified Jivamukti teacher, having also served as a mentor and educator in the Jivamukti Yoga Teacher Training Program. In 1999 Lisa graudated from the Ayurvedic Studies Program in Albuquerque, NM with Dr. Vasant Lad with an invitation for advanced studies in the Gurukula Program. She continued her study of therapy and treatment with Dr. Sunil Joshi, a noted Ayurvedic clinician. Under the tutelage of Dr. Vasant Lad she has studied sacred texts, herbs, disease pathology and Pancha Karma treatments. Lisa recently returned from India after apprenticing with Dr. Lad in a clinic in his hometown of Pune.

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  Jason Magness has guided climbing expeditions since 1994 and has taught yoga since 1999. He continually pursues his yoga education by studying with as many international yoga masters as possible. He spends the rest of his time climbing as many incredible summits as he can. Jason travels extensively throughout the nation to share his teachings and can often be seen teaching at Yoga Journal Conferences nationwide.
  
  Please visit the following link for more information on Jason: http://web.mac.com/Yogaslackers/iweb/YogaSlackers.com/Jason.html

Teaching Staff: Gabriel Azoulay (Not pictured), Tom Beall, Chris Coniaris and Sally Weber

What will we be studying in this intensive?

• Asana



• Pranayama & Meditation



• Philosophy



• Introduction to Ayurveda and Ayurveda Yoga Therapy



• Chanting, Sanskrit & Devotional Practices
  



• and more...

Click here to download an application

Photos by Renee LaRoi, www.reneelaroi.com