OUTDOOR YOGA - TUNNEL PARK OUTDOOR YOGA - GRANDVIEW PARK CHAKRA FLOW/KUNDALINI YIN YOGA PRIMER YOGARHYTHMICS® RESTORATIVE YOGA CLASSES MANTRA WORKSHOPS INTRODUCTION TO CHAKRAS WORKSHOP YIN YOGA CLASSES BENEFIT YOGA SERIES SUN SALUTATION WORKSHOP BEGINNER YOGA SERIES YIN YOGA WITH DIDGERIDOO FLYING, FREEDOM & FUN YOGA FOR BUSY PEOPLE PARTNER YOGA ARM BALANCE WORKSHOP EXPANDING GRATITUDE WORKSHOP OUTDOOR YOGA @ TUNNEL PARK - SOUTHSIDE WORKS w/ Kristi Rogers (Paul Richards) Saturdays, June 5th - September 25th 2010 10:30 - 11:30 a.m. Celebrating our 5th summer of outdoor yoga in Tunnel Park! These special outdoor all levels classes offer the opportunity to practice on green grass and under blue skies with the beautiful view of downtown Pittsburgh as our backdrop. Bring a mat, towel, or practice right on the grass! Tunnel Park is located at the corner of Tunnel Boulevard & South 27th Street. $5 per class (registration with instructor - cash & checks only) rain location: former Ann Taylor Loft space (on 27th Street & just a few doors up from REI) For more information on these classes please e-mail us by clicking here return to top OUTDOOR YOGA @ GRANDVIEW PARK - MT. WASHINGTON w/ Lori Grable/Alana Deloge Sundays, June 6th - September 26th 2010 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. Celebrating our 3rd summer of outdoor yoga in Grandview Park! These special outdoor all levels classes offer the opportunity to practice on green grass and under blue skies perched above the Pittsburgh skyline. Bring a mat, towel, or practice right on the grass! Grandview Park is located at the corner of Bailey & Beltzhoover Avenues. $5 per class (registration with instructor - cash & checks only) rain location: none (if in doubt, please call the studio at 412/481.YOGA (9642) to find out if class has been cancelled) For more information on these classes please e-mail us by clicking here return to top CHAKRA FLOW/KUNDALINI w/ Kendell Romanelli Saturday, September 11th 2010 Saturday, September 25th 2010 Saturday, October 9th 2010 Saturday, October 23rd 2010 Saturday, November 13th 2010 Saturday, November 27th 2010 1:30-3 p.m. ON-GOING CLASS: Thursday evenings 7:30-9 p.m. These classes are designed to open and balance 7 main centers known as Chakras, or energy “wheels” within the body. The Chakras relate to different physical and emotional aspects of ourselves and when they are out of balance we can experience stress, aches, and pains as signals of the imbalance. Each class will focus on different Chakras to help bring the body, mind, and spirit to alignment. The classes include variations of Sun Salutations and uplifting Kundalini Yoga exercises and meditations to bring you a place of wholeness. This is a fun and flowing class for all levels. regular class pricing For more information on this class please e-mail us by clicking here. return to top YIN YOGA PRIMER w/ Richard Gartner Sunday, September 12th 2010 5:30-7:30 p.m. Complementing our on-going Yin Yoga classes, we present a special 2 hour event with guest instructor Richard Gartner: Yin Yoga is revolutionary in its quiet stillness. As opposed to most styles of yoga, which deal with muscle flexibility and activity, a Yin style focuses on stimulating the “chi” in passive connective tissues like ligaments and bones. In particular, a Yin yoga practice reverses the effects of aging on the shoulders, spine and hips. Richard will present Yin Yoga theory as it relates to Yoga philosophy, the Chinese meridian system, meditation practice and our own anatomy. He will then guide you through a quiet Yin practice. The workshop will conclude with breathing practices to assist in harvesting our awareness. $15 pre-registered $20 For more information on this class please e-mail us by clicking here. return to top YOGARHYTHMICS® w/ Nicole Zellie Friday, September 17th 2010 6:30-8 p.m. Benefit organization: Variety - The Children's Charity (Pittsburgh) Friday, October 15th 2010 6:30-8 p.m. Benefit organization: TBA Friday, November 19th 2010 6:30-8 p.m. Benefit organization: TBA Ever find yourself rocking out to music in your car? Or start dancing up a storm in your room to your favorite song? Then you understand the powerful nature of music and how it unleashes all different forms of movement in your body. Here’s your chance to transform those movements in a safe and sacred place combining yoga postures, breathwork, free-form movement, and creative play all wrapped into one exhilarating class - YogaRhythmics®. It has long been studied that music awakens and revives our chakras - the 7 energy centers in our bodies. Each one is responsible for a particular part of our emotional, physical, and spiritual health. Through a structured sequence of natural movement patterns the principles of yoga come alive - love, acceptance, compassion, contentment, and integrity are at the heart of YogaRhythmics®. Join us as we take you on a musical and movement journey through your chakras to energize and align these energy centers. You will leave feeling refreshed - awakening your inner child at times - with a big smile on your face. No dance experience required - just a willingness to move and BE MOVED! by donation - COMMUNITY CLASS (cash or checks please!) (at least 50% of monetary donations are given to the benefit organization in the name of "BYS Yoga Students") For more information on this class please e-mail us by clicking here. Or, get one student's unique perspective in the article she wrote about the class in The Original magazine. return to top RESTORATIVE YOGA Sunday, September 19th 2010 w/ Lori Grable Sunday, October 3rd 2010 w/ Lori Grable Sunday, October 17th 2010 w/ Kate Olson Sunday, November 14th 2010 w/ Kate Olson Sunday, November 28th 2010 w/ Kate Olson 5:30-7 p.m. This all levels restorative practice will include "active relaxation" - supporting the body with blankets, blocks, and other props to support postures which are held for several minutes. This alternatively stimulates and relaxes the body allowing it to move towards balance. This practice is very beneficial to health, can reduce the effects of stress-related disease, and will leave you nourished and well rested. regular class pricing For more information on this class please e-mail us by clicking here return to top MANTRA WORKSHOPS w/ Kendell Romanelli & Ami Sciulli Friday, September 24th 2010 6:30-8:30 p.m. Mantra: OM NAMO BHAGAVATE VASUDEVAYA This mantra invokes trust in a higher good - "Thy will be done, not mine." As we tap into the abundance of the fall season, this mantra helps us to feel secure and that we already have everything we need. We will use Krishna Das' version. Friday, October 22nd 2010 6:30-8:30 p.m. Mantra: OM NAMO NARAYANAYA In this beautiful month of October with fall in it's fullest glory, we will honor our own glory. It is said that chanting this mantra will bring you peace, fulfillment, and self-realization. It allows you know the grace of the divine within you. We will use Deva Premal's version from her album Love Is Space. Friday, November 26th 2010 6:30-8:30 p.m. Mantra: LOKAH SAMASTA SUKHINO BHAVANTU This beautiful mantra means "May all beings find peace and happiness." A perfect blessing for the Thanksgiving weekend as we come together in gratitude and move into the holiday season of peace and giving. We will use Donna De Lory's version from her album Sanctuary. These workshops are designed for mantra meditation. It is not call and response kirtan, but rather a gathering of voices that will raise the level of consciousness of the group. Each workshop will begin with a brief discussion on the pronunciation and meaning of the mantra being chanted followed by a few gentle exercises to warm the body and prepare it for sitting. Please feel free to bring personal meditation pillows, but studio props will be available (including chairs for those who would prefer not to sit on the floor). We will chant the mantra for 31 minutes. When we chant for 31 minutes the meditation begins to affect your whole mind, your aura, and all your body's internal organs. After chanting we will meditate on the vibrations we created for seven minutes and close with a long deep relaxation with the healing sounds of the crystal bowls. $20 pre-registered $25 For more information on this workshop please e-mail us by clicking here return to top INTRODUCTION TO CHAKRAS WORKSHOP w/ Alicia Fronczek Sunday, September 26th 2010 1:30-4:30 p.m. In this workshop you will learn about the basic seven chakra energy system that exists in each and every one of us. You will learn about their location, qualities, and how they are intimately connected your physical, mental and emotional issues. You will also explore and connect with your own chakra system, learning how to detect imbalances, and discovering a variety of ways to work toward rebalancing. If you are looking to gain a deeper understanding of the energies and issues that have been affecting your life path and searching for tools to assist you in your healing, then this workshop is for you. The class will be taught by Alicia Fronczek, a Yoga Instructor, Reiki Master, and Massage Therapist with years of experience helping clients explore the beautiful chakra system. $20 pre-registered $25 For more information on this workshop please e-mail us by clicking here return to top YIN YOGA w/ Valerie Antonette Sunday, September 26th 2010 Sunday, October 10th 2010 - *LIVE MUSIC W/ DIDGERIDOO (special pricing)* Sunday, October 24th 2010 Sunday, November 7th2010 Sunday, November 21st 2010 5:30-7 p.m. Suitable for almost all levels of students, Yin Yoga generally targets the connective tissues (ligaments, bones, and joints) of the hips, pelvis, and lower spine through relaxation and meditation in seated postures. Yin Yoga is a perfect complement to the dynamic and muscular (yang) styles of yoga that emphasize internal heat and the lengthening/contracting of our muscles. Because yin and yang tissues respond quite differently to being exercised, you may realize after taking a Yin Yoga class that you have been doing only half of the asana practice. While initially this style of yoga can seem quite boring, passive, or soft, a Yin Yoga practice can be quite challenging due to the long duration that the poses are held - anywhere from one to twenty minutes! The time spent in the postures is designed to nourish the natural range of motion of the joints. A Yin Yoga practice invites you to go deeper into yourself and challenges you to stay in the experience. This practice is also an excellent way to help you improve your comfort in seated meditation. regular class pricing For more information on this class please e-mail us by clicking here. return to top BENEFIT YOGA SERIES w/ BYS Yoga Friday, October 1st 2010 w/ Lynn Rescigno 6:30-8 p.m. Benefit organization: Susan G. Komen Foundation Friday, November 5th 2010 w/ Anna Gilbert 6:30-8 p.m. Benefit organization: Project Goodness Friday, December 3rd 2010 w/ guest instructor Sunny Klaber 6:30-8 p.m. Benefit organization: Tibetan Village Project This community class series reflects seva - or service to others. Each class is donation based allowing participants to pay what they wish to attend. 100% of the donations received for each class will go to support the charity or non-profit organization. by donation - COMMUNITY CLASS (cash or checks please!) For more information on this class please e-mail us by clicking here. return to top SUN SALUTATION WORKSHOP Surya Namaskara: An Exploration into Sun Salutations w/ Anna Gilbert Saturday, October 2nd 2010 1:30-3:30 p.m. Have you ever wondered WHY we practice Sun Salutations? Where did they originate and why are there so many variations of the traditional sequence? Why is Ardha Uttanasana sometimes referred to as 'Prepare Pose'? What is it that we are preparing for? Perhaps you've wondered about a particular asana or transition. For example: should we jump back into plank or land in Chaturanga Dandasana, and how do we practice this movement safely and mindfully? How do we learn to jump or step back up to our hands, when it seems an impossible distance to travel? Join us as we demystify Sun Salutations by answering these questions and more. We will explore the symbolic origins of Surya Namaskara, delve into the vital link between our breath and movement, and break down the components and transitions involved in this classic sequence. This workshop will provide answers to your questions, enrich your understanding of Surya Namaskara, and infuse your salutes with precision, receptivity, and joy! $15 pre-registered $20 For more information on this workshop please e-mail us by clicking here return to top BEGINNER YOGA SERIES Yoga 101 w/ Anita Alfonsi 4 weeks: Sundays, October 10th - 31st 2010 11:45 a.m. - 1:15 p.m. This 4 week Yoga 101 series will be more workshop in nature than our regular "Basics" class - introducing the fundamentals of yoga to new students (& seasoned students who may want a refresher!). Appropriate for any age, level or body, this series is designed to give the beginner yogi a taste of the many elements of a yoga practice. This series can also be a great stepping stone for those who might be nervous about attending a regular class. The sessions will include beginner asanas (poses), pranayama (breath work), meditation, vinyasa (connecting poses in a flow), yin yoga poses, restorative yoga poses and guided relaxation. This series is a great opportunity to meet yourself right where you are and tap deeper into the strength, balance and flexibility of body, mind and spirit you already possess. $30 for 4 weeks or regular class pricing per class For more information on this workshop please e-mail us by clicking here return to top YIN YOGA WITH DIDGERIDOO w/ Valerie Antonette & Joseph Carringer Sunday, October 10th 2010 5:30-7 p.m. Experience the Healing Sounds of Didgeridoo within a Yin Yoga class! In this class, students will hold each Yin Yoga posture for about 7 minutes giving Joseph time to play the didgeridoo around each participant - assisting them to a meditative state and inviting them to settle into the asana more deeply with the natural form of ultra sound that the didgeridoo produces. Suitable for most levels of students, Yin Yoga generally targets the connective tissues (ligaments, bones, and joints) of the hips, pelvis, and lower spine through relaxation and meditation in seated postures. Yin Yoga is a perfect complement to the dynamic and muscular (yang) styles of yoga that emphasize internal heat and the lengthening/contracting of our muscles. The time spent in the postures is designed to nourish the natural range of motion of the joints. A Yin Yoga practice invites you to go deeper into yourself and challenges you to stay in the experience. This practice is also an excellent way to help you improve your comfort in seated meditation. The didgeridoo is an ancient musical instrument and powerful tool that can help lift an individual's vibration back to a less chaotic and natural rhythm. It does this by producing a broad range of harmonics in an ancient and universal tone. Harmonic therapy has been used to aid in meditation and relaxation, acting as a tuning fork for your body's natural resonant vibration on a cellular level. Reported effects from treatments range from relief of muscle pain and stress, to a greater sense of clarity and heightened energy flow along reopened chakra points. Joseph Carringer has been playing an Australian Aboriginal didgeridoo for over a decade using it as a deep meditative tool in his personal shamanic journey as well as a therapeutic instrument for his clients. Joseph also incorporates a unique combination of Traditional Chinese Medicine philosophy, Ayurvedic Chakra philosophy and traditional Shamanic healing techniques into his sound therapy practice. It is his goal to help people realign their bodies' natural rhythms on a cellular level through sound therapy. Visit his website at www.didgetherapy.com. $25 pre-registered $30 For more information on this workshop please e-mail us by clicking here return to top LIVING YOGA WORKSHOP Flying, Freedom and Fun - Intermediate/Advanced Yoga w/ Laurel Hodory Saturday, October 30th 2010 1:30-4 p.m. Do you enjoy the freedom of weightlessness in handstands and falling into backbends? Or does it conjure up a little fear? Fear is our natural safety net that helps us survive, but often it keeps us from thriving. According to the wisdom of the yoga teachings, the yogi is fearless in her pursuit of freedom. When freed from the knots and karmas that bind, kundalini is awakened and the practitioner experiences joy and yes, fun! In this 2.5 hour workshop, we'll explore arm balances, backbends, assisted flight, and more. Be prepared to sweat and smile so much your cheeks may be your sorest muscles come Sunday! Laurel Hodory, MS, E-RYT500, is one of Columbus’ senior yoga teachers and has been studying and teaching yoga for 18 years. A former ashtangi and athlete, Laurel is known for her powerful and sometimes edgy teaching style that inspires students to move beyond their limitations. Over the last nine years, she has trained and certified more than 140 teachers, taught international retreats, taught the OSU NCAA Women’s Rowing team, and been a selected guest speaker at the OSU Addictions Conference. Her areas of specialization include yoga therapeutics, inner energy work and empowering her students to transcend their limitations so they can experience greater fulfillment on and off the mat. When she’s not on the mat, Laurel enjoys music, being outdoors, good food, and spending time family and friends. $40 pre-registered $45 For more information on this workshop please e-mail us by clicking here return to top LIVING YOGA WORKSHOP Yoga for Busy People - All Levels / Beginner Yoga w/ Laurel Hodory Saturday, October 30th 2010 4:30-6 p.m. One of the greatest challenges in the modern world is finding time to do what's important! We've all had the experience of feeling great after yoga, and effortlessly flying through a long checklist of things to do. No doubt, staying healthy and sane is important for all of us, especially for extremely Busy People! In this 1.5 hour class you'll learn how to get more with less. That is - more benefits, less time - so you can be at your best even when you can't squeeze a yoga class into your day. You'll learn how to identify the four essential components for your body type and and how to start banking benefits in less than 30 minutes a day. Laurel Hodory, MS, E-RYT500, is one of Columbus’ senior yoga teachers and has been studying and teaching yoga for 18 years. A former ashtangi and athlete, Laurel is known for her powerful and sometimes edgy teaching style that inspires students to move beyond their limitations. Over the last nine years, she has trained and certified more than 140 teachers, taught international retreats, taught the OSU NCAA Women’s Rowing team, and been a selected guest speaker at the OSU Addictions Conference. Her areas of specialization include yoga therapeutics, inner energy work and empowering her students to transcend their limitations so they can experience greater fulfillment on and off the mat. When she’s not on the mat, Laurel enjoys music, being outdoors, good food, and spending time family and friends. $20 pre-registered $25 For more information on this workshop please e-mail us by clicking here return to top PARTNER YOGA w/ Maggie Borza-Petrie & Terri Neese Saturday, November 6th 2010 3-5 p.m. Partner Yoga is For Everyone! Your partner can be a spouse, friend, sibling, parent, or anyone who shares your interest in yoga and having fun. Sharing yoga with a partner can help to bring your practice to a new level as you serve each other as anchors, mirrors and sounding blocks. The sequences in the workshop will revolve around the postures most commonly associated with Hatha Yoga and basic breath work - moving towards the exploration of opening the front of the spine, stretching tense muscles, and relaxing body and mind. Sometimes doing the same pose together or practicing complementary poses that intertwine, partner yoga teaches us trust and interdependency. Per person: $15 pre-registered $20 For more information on this workshop please e-mail us by clicking here return to top ARM BALANCE WORKSHOP For Beginners & Beyond w/ Maggie Borza-Petrie Sunday, November 7th 2010 1:30-3:30 p.m. Experience greater strength, flexibility and confidence in your inner being and your outer life through this ALL LEVELS arm balance workshop. Whether you are just learning arm balances or are looking for something more challenging, empower yourself as you learn to fly in a wide variety of poses including Bakasana (crow) & Eka Pada Galavasana (flying pigeon). Channel your energy, adapt the poses to your individual level, enjoy, play and be challenged. Note: Some yoga experience required. $15 pre-registered $20 For more information on this workshop please e-mail us by clicking here return to top EXPANDING GRATITUDE WORKSHOP Embrace, Align, and Grow - A Thanksgiving Workshop Expanding Gratitude w/ Elsie Escobar Saturday, November 20th 2010 2:30-4:30 p.m. As we embark on the beginning of the holiday season empower yourself by choosing to make this season more valuable for yourself and those that you love. In this workshop we will practice asana, pranayama, meditation and even mudras that will facilitate your ability to Embrace where you are (Foundation), Align with your highest intention (Action) and Grow with gratefulness to both yourself and others (Transform) to make this journey toward the closing of the year one of the most powerful you've experienced. Get ready to heat up your body, attune to your breath and relax into sweet gratefulness. $15 pre-registered $20 For more information on this workshop please e-mail us by clicking here return to top