Yoga Through the Chakras
Internationally known yoga instructor JJ Gormley will teaching a special 2 hour class on Thursday, April 15. In Yoga Through the Chakras we will learn to move from our cores, blossoming into yoga poses from our inner strength. We’ll be looking at our alignment, specifically how we hold our bones on a day to day basis and begin to realign and reinvent our bodies, strengthening our cores. JJ’s gentle, nonjudgemental teaching style allows students to be where they are in any given pose and encourages them to honor and accept that place. A few spaces are still available. Cost is $35. Contact Laura for additional information.
Add comment April 4, 2010
Ayurveda Workshop A Rousing Success
On March 27-28, Elaine Doll, an ayurvedic practitioner from Bozeman MT offered an introductory workshop on ayurveda, a 5000 year old approach to health. Ayurveda is a sister science to yoga and uses a nutritional and lifestyle approach to finding balance and wellness. During the weekend, we learned about the three main constitutions, or doshas, and how to determine what mixture of these doshas make us, us. Since in ayurveda, it is thought that 85 % of all dis-ease is a function of digestion, once we determined our compositions, we learned about nutrition and eating/drinking habits that can help to bring us more into balance. We also learned some breathing techniques and specific yoga postures (asana) for our doshas. It was a fun and educational weekend, with lots of food for thought (no pun intended!). Elaine will be coming back to Cody soon and we’ll learn even more about ayurveda and finding balance in our daily lives. More to come!
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Family Fun Yoga!
Come on out for Family Fun Yoga on Christmas Eve at 10 am. This fun yoga class is geared toward kids, but meant for the whole family! Class is free (donations suggested) and all proceeds will be matched by the studio and sent on to Beartooth Nature Center in Red Lodge.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This is my first time visiting the studio. What do I need to know ?
What should I bring to class?
Can I talk during class and ask questions?
What should I expect?
I’m about as flexible as a cinder block. Can I still try yoga?
I am really fit. Will yoga challenge me?
I have an injury. Can I still practice?
How often should I practice yoga?
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What should I bring to class?
Bring water, a towel, and a yoga sticky mat if you have one. You can borrow a mat at the studio, or ideally, everyone should – for hygienic reasons – own his or her own mat.
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How often should I practice yoga?
Any practice is great–even if it’s 5 minutes when you wake up in the morning! Attending classes with a qualified teacher will support you in building a solid foundation, broadening your experience, and taking your practice to the next level. An optimal practice to affect changes requires consistency and discipline. Practicing a minimum of two to three times a week is recommended.
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I have an injury. Can I still practice?
Depending on the severity of the injury, you can certainly still practice. Please let the instructor know at the beginning of class, so she can help you practice safely.
Add comment November 22, 2009
I am really fit. Will yoga challenge me?
No matter what condition you are in, yoga is a great way to enhance your current fitness level. Remember that yoga isn’t a competition or a race, it’s a lifelong practice that builds strength, balance and flexibility–it applies to any sport or activity.
Add comment November 22, 2009
I’m about as flexible as a cinder block. Can I still try yoga?
Absolutely! Most classes use props to help our bodies become familiar with the shapes of the asana. With consistent practice, your flexibility and strength will increase while the need for props will diminish.
Add comment November 22, 2009
