Yoga Flow News & Events

Ashtanga Yoga & Ayurveda Demystified, with Anthony Prem Carlisi & Heather Duplex

noreply@blogger.com (Yoga Flow) — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 00:21:00 +0000

Satuday, November 7th, 1pm-5pm

Cost: $60 when you pre-register by Monday, October 26th, $68 after October 26th

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In this workshop you will walk away with the experience and theory of what makes a powerful practice.

We will explore:
*the foundation for a lifelong practice for beginners as well as advanced students
*What it means to personalize your practice within the traditional Mysore method
*Modification and refinement of asana without the use of props
*Tangible experience of breath and bandha
*Intermediate and advanced practice keystones: the energetic qualiities of the practice using simple methods
*Ashtanga and Aging
*Ayurvedic Principles to strengthen your practice and life - understanding your physical and metal body type, and vikruti and prakruti; common sense principles to use every day; how nutrition can affect your practice

Discover the secrets to building a lifelong practice in this balanced combination of theory and experience...

This is a rare opportunity to study with two of the world's most advanced practitioners and teachers of Ashtanga Yoga and Ayurveda.For a complete bio on Prem and Heather, please visit: http://www.ashtangaworld.com/bios.php

Restorative Yoga with Sally Weber

noreply@blogger.com (Yoga Flow) — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 20:25:00 +0000

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

noreply@blogger.com (Yoga Flow) — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 15:59:00 +0000

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!

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

CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES SALE!!!

noreply@blogger.com (Yoga Flow) — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 18:15:00 +0000

Be Present Kona Pants and Shorts are now 40% off
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)

Keep checking back for more sales updates!

Vinyasa Flow Yoga Intensive

noreply@blogger.com (Yoga Flow) — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 09:00:00 +0000

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.

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

Acrobatic Yoga Training & Open Play

noreply@blogger.com (Yoga Flow) — Fri, 21 Aug 2009 06:13:00 +0000

1st & 3rd Sunday of each month (beginning July 5th, 2009)
2p-4pm
Cost: by donation or included in Series

Join Tucson's community of AcroYoga enthusiasts for an informal exploration of Acro and Circle Ceremony.

This informal gathering will start with an abbreviated circle ceremony followed by a session of group acrobatics training exercises, then opening up to 1.5 hours of loosely structured acrobatics playtime.

Join Tucson's growing community of AcroYoga enthusiasts in this playful, dynamic practice.

View video of Jenny & Jason in an impromptu Demo during the Yoga Flow AcroYoga immersion

Yoga of Food

noreply@blogger.com (Yoga Flow) — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 23:43:00 +0000

Join Matt Monarch & Angela Stokes to learn how whole and living foods can assist you in healing from disease and feel amazing.

Cost: $20 cash at the door

5:30pm-6:30pm Mix & Mingle
with Matt and Angela and enjoy the opportunity to purchase superfoods, supplements and natural beauty products. Take advantage of the Elixir/Smoothie Bar with healthy drinks and treats to fuel you for the evening.

6:30pm-7:30pm Matt Monarch lecture

7:30pm-8pm Break
Take a short break to mix & mingle more, enjoy elixirs and peruse superfoods

8pm-9pm Angela Stokes lecture

For questions call Rebecca at 520.440.1700 or beckeyw@aol.com

Visit www.RawSuccess.org or www.rawreform for more information on Matt & Angela

Mysore Program with Lisa Schrempp

noreply@blogger.com (Yoga Flow) — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 00:25:00 +0000

Women's Shakti Yoga

noreply@blogger.com (Yoga Flow) — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 16:08:00 +0000

with Maria KaliMa & Carrie Stover

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4:30pm-5:45pm

Cost: $10 drop-in or included in class series

Shakti is the sacred feminine force of life and is Sanskrit for the creative, transformational energy in all of us.

Maria infuses her classes with yoga philosophy, ayurvedic wisdom and personal life experience. Women are guided to opening more fully to their unique fluid nature and invited to embrace their feminine power with grace and joy. The yoga practices Maria shares are cyclical, following nature's changes through the seasons.

The class is invited to explore through movement, breath, mudra, affirmation and sound in a format suitable for all levels (mixed beginner thru moderate) - nourishing women at all stages of life. The eclectic sequences taught vitalize women, creating strength, flexibility and contentment.

Maria KaliMa is a registered nurse, midwife and doula and has been an avid practitioner of yoga for 30 years, teaching for 20 years. Maria received her 200-hour teaching certificate from Mount Madonna, and her continuing 500-hour studies with Integrative Yoga Therapy. She also has her 700 -hour Structural Yoga Therapy certificate from Mukunda Stiles. Maria is also an avid student and practitioner of ayurveda with certificates from Robert Svoboda and Dr. Jose Rogue. Maria teaches across teh globe at various retreats and intensive workshops, as well as keeping a private yoga therapy practice in Tucson.

FREE Thai Yoga Class with Gabriel Azoulay

noreply@blogger.com (Yoga Flow) — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 16:19:00 +0000

Saturday July 25th

Thai Yoga Class
4pm-5:30pm

These classes will be filmed by for use by YogaVibes.com

Gabriel Azoulay began his journey in yoga at the age of 20, when he discovered and devoured Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras. Following that he spent many years studying under Tim Miller, travelling to Mysore, India, and teaching throughout Thailand. He has been studying Thai Yoga in 2004 and helped found the Rejuvenation Thai Massage and Yoga Center in Scottsdale, AZ. Ever the student, Gabriel continues to expand his teaching, practice and learning through master teachers, books and quiet meditation. His extensive background in practice, teaching and training are well-known for their ability to enhance knowledge and inspire practice, skill and talent. His book on yoga, Breath: the Yogic Prime, sheds light on the experiences he and his students have shared both on and off the mat. Gabriel credits Pichet Boonthume, Tim Miller, Anthony Carlisi, Lisa Schrempp, David Deida and Vincenzo Coribellow for infl uencing his yoga practice, teaching and approaches to the mat

Mysore in July 2009 with Amy Armstrong & Gabriel Azoulay

noreply@blogger.com (Yoga Flow) — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 18:35:00 +0000

Mysore classes are conducted in the teaching style of Sri K Pattabhi Jois. The practitioner is asked to practice daily except Saturdays, new and full moon, and the first three days of the female practitioners’ menstrual cycle. The practice is taught on an individual basis depending of the ability of the student to learn, digest, and assimilate the instruction and the asanas. As the student progresses the teacher helps them to continue in deeper understanding of the practice and asanas and assist them as they progress through the series. The first series of Ashtanga is called Yoga Chikitsa it reorganizes and purifies the body.

6:00am to 7:45am
Monday ,Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Wednesday, Open Practice
Cost: $100 monthly, $80 for 3x/week, $10 *drop-in (led classes), or $5 drop-in (open mysore)

Please arrive early enough to be finished by 7:45 am

*Drop In rates are for students who have an ashtanga practice but cannot commit to the 3 to 5 early daily practice sessions.

Amy Armstrong is Advanced Certified in the Jivamukti Yoga method. She completed her apprenticeship under senior teacher, Yogeśwari. She would like to send blessings, love, and gratitude to her Guru, Sri K. Pattabhi Jois, founder of the Astanga Yoga Method, and to her luminous teachers Sri Sharath Rangaswami, Sri Saraswati Rangaswami, Sri Sharon Gannon, and Sri David Life. She is profoundly grateful to Sharon and David, founders of Jivamukti Yoga, who share their wisdom and insights so selflessly with students and who have the brought spiritual activism to the forefront of Yoga in the west. Love to her beautiful teachers Kate Donovan, Lady Ruth, Manorama, Lisa Schrempp, Eddie Stern, and Yogeśwari.

Yoga Tribal Rhythms

noreply@blogger.com (Yoga Flow) — Sat, 23 May 2009 23:13:00 +0000

with Jade Twilite Beall

Saturday, May 23rd
1pm - 3:30pm

Cost: $18 when you pre-register by May 18th, $23 after May 18th

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Yoga Tribal Rhythms was born from an inspired place when spicy West African dance infused with Vinyasa Flow yoga, while maintaining traditional and non traditional live music as an anchor for this powerful union. This workshop will explore the similarities between two ancient forms of moment that, when woven together, create a colorful and complimentary practice of passion and refinement. Yoga tribal rhythms serves as another opportunity for one to find prayer in dance, meditation in movement and to be illuminated by the grace of one's magnificent being, The entire class is accompanied with live music of the mbira and the spirit-evoking drums.

Jade Twilite Beall fell in love with West African dance when she was 15. A dream was realized in 2005 when she was invited to study with various teachers from the National Ballet of Guinea and with Youssouf Koumbassa, in Guinea, West Africa and did so for five weeks. In 2008, she returned to study again with the National Ballet of Guinea and Moustapha Bangoura for 2 months.Jade has been teaching West African dance since 2002 in Taos, New Mexico and at Anjali in Tucson, Arizona since 2007. Currently, Jade participating in a Yoga teacher training with Shiva Rea which has led to the desire to fuse yoga with her passion, West African dance.

Go Back, Fall Back - Backbending with Gabriel Azoulay

noreply@blogger.com (Yoga Flow) — Fri, 22 May 2009 17:41:00 +0000

Saturday, June 13th, 2pm-4pm
Cost: $30 when you register by June 7th, $35 after June 8th

In this workshop you will learn how the spine functions and how to work towards deeper backbends. Learn a variation on the traditional sun salutation sequence focusing on opening the body for backbending, followed by specific postures designed to assist you as you open the spine.

These methods originated with backbending master Vinay Kumar out of Mysore, India.

Gabriel Azoulay began his journey in yoga at the age of 20, when he discovered and devoured Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras. Following that he spent many years studying under Tim Miller, travelling to Mysore, India, and teaching throughout Thailand. He has been studying Thai Yoga in 2004 and helped found the Rejuvenation Thai Massage and Yoga Center in Scottsdale, AZ. Ever the student, Gabriel continues to expand his teaching, practice and learning through master teachers, books and quiet meditation. His extensive background in practice, teaching and training are well-known for their ability to enhance knowledge and inspire practice, skill and talent. His book on yoga, Breath: the Yogic Prime, sheds light on the experiences he and his students have shared both on and off the mat. Gabriel credits Pichet Boonthume, Tim Miller, Anthony Carlisi, Lisa Schrempp, David Deida and Vincenzo Coribellow for infl uencing his yoga practice, teaching and approaches to the mat.

A Special Evening for Women

noreply@blogger.com (Yoga Flow) — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 15:36:00 +0000

A Special Evening for Women
an evening of deep healing with International Yoga Therapist & Teacher Lynn Kelley-Piper

Friday, April 24th, 7pm-9:30pm

Cost: $35 before April 20th, $40 on or after April 20th

Space is limited. You must pre-register by April 23rd to insure that we will have enough props available

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Nestled in a safe, supportive cocoon, attuned to slowly relaxing tense, tight muscles, opening cells to receive new life as they release toxins....this begins the awakening of dormant emotions, sensory awareness, and a release of negative, self-defeating thoughts and memories.

Guided by Lynn's gentle voice, allowing your body to be fully supported by bolsters, blankets, and pillows - soothing, soft sounds infuse and open your heart and throat chakras - renew desire to flutter your wings and restore your knowing. Never before have you drifted into such depths so peacefully. Each of your body's cells balance and breathe in harmony, newly refreshed, invigorated and energized. You emerge from your cocoon, transformed and reaping the benefits for days and weeks to come.

Every woman has the potential to benefit from this experience. This is NOT an asana class. You will enhance the repair of your imune system, bringing chemistry and metabolism into balance and restoring clarity to a foggy mind. You will breathe a new confidence into your life and to everyone you love and encounter!

Lynn Kelley-Piper, MA, E-RYT500 - studied exclusively from ages 14 - 22, with the T. Krishnamacharya, followed by years with Iyengar, Indra Devi, Menaka Desicachar, Thich Naht Hanh, Robert Thurman and respected yoga and meditation masters, training in yogic traditions, philosophy, physiology, meditation and Ayurvedic studies.

In 2008, Lynn travelled to India where she studied and worked with Ayurvedic physicians, yogis and HH Dalai Lama. She then developed the Yoga Within Program for universities, hospitals, individuals and founded yoga schools across Canada and California where she has taught for over 40 years.

Rainbow Kids Yoga

noreply@blogger.com (Yoga Flow) — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 15:12:00 +0000

Kids & Family Yoga Teacher Training

with Gopala Amir Yaffe, RKY Founder

Friday thru Sunday, May 1st thru 3rd

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The Rainbow Kids Yoga Teacher Training is a comprehensive, intensive and practical certification course. Immerse yourself in the magical world of yoga and kids, be prepared to practice and learn yoga like a child, while laughing, dancing, playing, and singing! Alternating experiential Kids Yoga classes with practical theory and discussion makes the Rainbow Kids Yoga Teacher Training a well-rounded and in-depth course.

During the course, we learn over 350 yoga poses for kids, creative yoga games, breathing and meditation games, relaxation with guided imagery, and Mandala painting. Lecture topics include age-appropriate class sequencing, class management, child development, the business of yoga teaching, marketing, and more! Most importantly, you will be equipped with tons of fabulous ideas to create exciting and fascinating yoga experiences for kids of all ages.

The Rainbow Kids Yoga Teacher Training is fun and playful, connecting trainees to their own innate creativity and wisdom, while giving practical tools and knowledge for teaching yoga for children, ages 1 -12 years old. Graduates of the course will receive a Kids Yoga Teacher Certificate from Rainbow Kids Yoga

"Take this course to reawaken your inner child, brighten your imagination, build your self-confidence and make new friends, get new ideas and laugh yourself silly."

For more information on Rainbow Kids Yoga, visit www.rainbowkidsyoga.net

Adventure Retreat in Ojai with Jason Magness

noreply@blogger.com (Yoga Flow) — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 20:45:00 +0000

February 19th - February 22nd, 2009

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Come celebrate the winter season in the scenic Ojai Valley! Join Jason Magness as he guides you through four days and three nights of yoga, hiking, climbing and meditation - nestled in the pristine mountains of Ojai, California. All equipment is provided and climbing will be facilitated by experienced guides.

Calliote Canyon is a stunning, one of a kind property perfect for intimate gatherings. Located just ten minutes from the town of Ojai and only 1-1/2 hours north of Los Angeles, Calliote Canyon provides both total privacy from the outside world and easy access to restaurants, art galleries, beaches and more.

Calliote Canyon is comprised of five privately owned acres which back to the Los Padres National Forest. Situated in a natural "bowl" created by surrounding mountains and foothills, Calliote Canyon offers a 360 degree, uninterrupted view of the natural world. An abundance of sun-dappled foliage and peaceful pathways, ancient boulders, and a pure, mountain-fed creek and waterfall complete the natural splendor. http://www.calliotecanyon.com/

The retreat will include acroyoga,slackline yoga as well as hiking,climbing and guided meditations. Optional activities may include surfing, mountiain biking, and trail running. Ayurvedic treatments and consultations will be available at an additional charge and will be offered by Lisa Schrempp. A delicious ayurvedic cuisine will be provided. Come and push the limits of your yoga practice into new realms as you practice and play with this inspiring an internationally reknowned yogic-adventurer.

Schedule Information
check in: February 19,2009 at 3pm ● check out : February 22, 2009 by 1pm early registration date: January 10, 2009 ● balance paid in full: February 10, 2009

Registration Information
$1000 per person $200 discount if registered and paid by January 19

Download a pdf copy of the flyer

Yoga for Couples with Jim & Rebecca Lipson

noreply@blogger.com (Yoga Flow) — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 20:21:00 +0000

Sunday, February 15th
1:30pm-4:30pm
Cost: $50/couple with early registration, $60/couple at the door

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A workshop to help couples support each other (andthemselves) in their yoga practice both on and “off the mat.” Techniques will involve pranayam, partner poses visualization, meditation and shared intention setting. Appropriate for all levels.

Jim Lipson began his practice in 1979 and has been teaching multi-level Hatha for 12 years. He and Rebecca have enjoyed working with couples at workshops and retreats for the past two years in Hawaii.

Ayurveda Weekend Intensive with Dr. Vasant Lad

noreply@blogger.com (Yoga Flow) — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 18:16:00 +0000

What is Ayurveda, Free Lecture
Friday, February 13th, 6pm-8pm

Determining Your Prakruti and Food Guidelines
Saturday, February 14th, 2pm-4pm

Breathing Techniques & Meditation
Saturday, February 14th, 6pm-8pm

How to Integrate Ayurveda Into Your Life
Sunday, February 15th, 11am-1pm

Cost: Register & pay before January 25th - $46 for individual workshops, $130 for all 3;
Register & pay on January 25th and after - $50 for individual workshops, $140 for all 3

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Dr. Vasant Lad, Ayurvedic Physician, founded the Ayurvedic Institute in 1984 and is its principal instructor and director. He graduated with a Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (B.A.M.S.) from the University of Pune, India, in 1968 and received a Master of Ayurvedic Science (M.A.Sc.) in 1980 from Tilak Ayurved Mahavidyalaya, also in Pune. He held the position of Professor of Clinical Medicine at the Pune University College of Ayurvedic Medicine where he was an instructor for more than a decade. Dr. Lad is the author of several books and is respected throughout the world for his knowledge of Ayurveda. For more information about Ayurveda or our services, contact The Ayurvedic Institute at PO Box 23445, Albuquerque, NM 87192-1445; (505)291-9698, FAX (505)294-7572 or http://www.ayurveda.com/.

"Dr. Vasant Lad, a native of Inida, has been a practitioner and professor of Ayurvedic Medicine for more than 15 years. For the past four years he has conducted the only full-time program of study on Ayurveda in the United States as Director of the Ayurvedic Institute in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Lad has lectured extensively throughout the U.S. and has written numerous published articles on Ayurveda." - from his book, Ayurveda, the Science of Self-Healing

Benefit Yoga Workshop with Lisa Schrempp and Kendra Rickert

noreply@blogger.com (Yoga Flow) — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 20:37:00 +0000

Sunday, February 8th, 11am-12:45pm
Cost: By donation only
All proceeds go to ACIP (Asian Classics Input Project)

Our yoga practices exist due to the kindness of Masters who have passed their lineages down to us. Help us to preserve this ancient wisdom by supporting the efforts of The Asian Classics Input Project. ACIP is a non-profit organization that has scoured the globe for the locations of ancient yogic texts for the past 20 years. They then create jobs for Tibetan Refugee women by employing them to input the texts into a free world library before these precious books are lost forever. ACIP needs our help. Their funding is limited. Please join us and share in the merit of preserving ancient yogic wisdom.

Weekend Asana Exploration with Scott Turpin

noreply@blogger.com (Yoga Flow) — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 17:28:00 +0000

Forging the Sword of Discrimination

Friday, January 30th, 2009
5:30pm-8:30pm

Saturday, January 31st, 2009
1pm-4pm

Cost: $35 for individual workshops, or $65 for the full weekend, when you pre-register by January 15th. $40/workshop or $75 for full weekend after January 15th.

Patanjali tells us that yoga is the ending of the definitions of the field of consciousness. He goes on to give us a formula to attain that place which he calls nirodhah: The actions of repeated practice coupled with an attitude of detachment and discrimiantion. Metaphorically, the asi, the double-edged sword of purified intelligence, is used to discern between the real and un-real; true boundaries and mere illusions. Wielded by the yogi, limiting definitions can be cut away revealing our Self in its true splendor.

Scott was introduced to his yoga practice at the age of two under the guidance of his mother. Unknowingly incorporating fundamental aspects of yoga into his daily life for the next twenty years, he re-discovered the practice of yoga in 2001 in the pursuit of a healthier life. In 2002 he was invited to his first Ashtanga class and was immediately enamored. Scott’s pursuit of the Ashtanga method led him to the completion of Tim Miller’s teacher training intensive in 2003 as well as intensives with Richard Freeman, Lino Miele, Dena Kingsberg and Nancy Gillgoff. In 2005 Scott had the blessing and opportunity to practice with Sri K. Patthabi Jois in Encinitas during his world tour.
While continuing his Ashtanga practice, Scott has been simultaneously studying the teachings and method of Anusara Yoga® as developed by John Friend. He has been granted status as an Anusara-inspired Yoga Teacher™ under the guidance of Senior Certified Anusara Teacher™ Darren Rhodes. Scott is currently in the process of discovering where these two amazing styles of yoga fit into his practice, teachings and his life.
The Ashtanga practice has become an integral part of Scott’s active life. Bringing balance to his combination of outdoor activities, Ashtanga has allowed him to pursue life with an intense passion. It is this passion and intensity that he hopes to share through his teachings of Ashtanga. Ultimately, the practice itself, pursued with consistency and precision, is the real teacher. Through a fun and supportive environment, he hopes to facilitate the discovery of joy in the practice that translates to joy in life as the Self is continually revealed.

AcroYoga Weekend Immersion with co-founder Jenny Sauer-Klein

noreply@blogger.com (Yoga Flow) — Sat, 10 Jan 2009 20:40:00 +0000

Saturday, January 10th, 1pm-8:30pm - AcroYoga Maha Meta

Sunday, January 11th, 1pm-8:30pm - AcroImmersion

Cost: $80 for individual workshops or $145 for both (NOT including the AcroJAM on Friday evening)

Preregister before December 15th: $70 for individual workshops or $125 for both (NOT including the AcroJAM on Friday evening)

AcroYoga Maha Meta: The Compassionate Touch (Intermediate Level)
"Love is the most healing energy in the universe" - Deepak Chopra. The Buddhist monks knew this, the Thai masters knew this and AcroYogis know this! We clear our minds and become present with our breath in preparation to channel the ancient wisdom of Metta - loving kindness. Thai massage lays the foundation of compassionate touch, receptivity and communication. The techniques learned on the floor will be taken to the air in the flying work. Flying can be a deeply transformational way to surrender to gravity and to the support of a partner, allowing unnecessary holdings to be released. We will work in groups of 3 - base, flyer and spotter - to ensure safety and to encourage teamwork. The dance of giving and receiving will leave everyone in the room floating with gratitude. No partner is necessary. Intermediate yoga practice is recommended and the openness to turning your world upside down.

Acrobatics Immersion: Bringing the wisdom of Yoga to Acrobatics (Intermediate to Advanced Level)

AcroYoga aims to bring yogic awareness to the power and grace of acrobatics. Confidence, concentration, trust and agility are all elemenbts 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 buildiong techniques and the AcroYoga asana sequence, partner balance, acrobatic flying, inversions and spotting techniques. With these new tools students have a fresh perspective to enhance their practice and their approach to others. No partner is necessary, intermediate yoga practice is recommended.

Prerequisites: headstands with no spot and handstands against the wall. In addition, previous AcroYoga experience is recommended, especially basing and/or flying acrobatic flying elements.

Jenny Sauer-Klein, CMT, cofounder of AcroYoga, leads workshops, retreats, and teacher trainings internationally. With a background in theater and dance, she has been studying and teaching yoga, circus arts, and healing modalities for almost 10 years. She is passionate about permaculture, and is deeply grateful to all her teachers, including nature and Mother Earth.

Temporary Schedule Change

noreply@blogger.com (Yoga Flow) — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 23:39:00 +0000

For the week of January 5th thru the 16th due to a Creative Dance workshop. Please note the following temporary changes:

Monday, 10am INTRO TO FLOW will take place 12:45pm to 2:15pm

Tuesday/Thursday, 10am ASHTANGA will take place 12:45pm-2:15pm

Tuesday/Thursday, 4:30pm WOMENS SHAKTI will take place 4:45pm to 5:45pm

Friday, 10am INTRO TO FLOW will take place 8am-9:15am

Friday, 12pm INTERMEDIATE HATHA will take place 12:45pm-2:15pm

We apologize for any inconvenience these changes cause. Please feel free to contact the studio with any questions.

New Years Day Flow with Amy Armstrong

noreply@blogger.com (Yoga Flow) — Thu, 01 Jan 2009 20:43:00 +0000

Thursday, January 1st

11am-1pm

Cost of Class: $10 or included in cost of series.

Amy Armstrong is Advanced Certified in the Jivamukti Yoga method. She completed her apprenticeship under senior teacher, Yogeśwari. She would like to send blessings, love, and gratitude to her Guru, Sri K. Pattabhi Jois, founder of the Astanga Yoga Method, and to her luminous teachers Sri Sharath Rangaswami, Sri Saraswati Rangaswami, Sri Sharon Gannon, and Sri David Life. She is profoundly grateful to Sharon and David, founders of Jivamukti Yoga, who share their wisdom and insights so selflessly with students and who have the brought spiritual activism to the forefront of Yoga in the west. Love to her beautiful teachers Kate Donovan, Lady Ruth, Manorama, Lisa Schrempp, Eddie Stern, and Yogeśwari.

Interested In FREE CLASSES?

noreply@blogger.com (Yoga Flow) — Sun, 21 Dec 2008 05:38:00 +0000

Find out how you can get free classes at the studio. Contact Jill at mailto:info@yogaflowtucson.com subject: Free Classes, or call 520.321.9642.

We offer work/study opportunities for reliable, trustworthy students who are available to assist at the studio for a minimum number of hours each week.

Get your flow on...for free!

Thanksgiving Day Flow with Lisa Schrempp

noreply@blogger.com (Yoga Flow) — Fri, 28 Nov 2008 01:00:00 +0000

Thursday, November 27th
10am - 12pm

Cost: $10 drop-in or included in the cost of class series

Lisa Schrempp 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.