Events/workshops
Yoga at the Park
Wednesdays 9-10:15am
May 7th - October 29th
There is nothing better than going home. Chestnuthill Park on Rt 715 is where I first was able to teach yoga to this lovely community. Some of you were there with me, over 10 years ago now! Well, we are heading back, weather permitting of course. Beginning May 7th, Wednesday's Stretch, Relax and Meditate will be held on the stage, on the field behind the park building. The stage is covered, so we will not be in the sun. However, I recommend layers because it can be a little chilly. Class will be held at the studio if the weather is not so nice or if the temperature is low. My new rule is that my weather app has to say it will be 60 degrees by 8:45am. Anything below that, and it starts to be unsafe. Please check the main page of the website, Facebook or Instagram if you are wondering where class will be. I will post by 8am latest if class is being moved to the studio.
I will provide blankets and blocks, but please bring your own mat. I have a couple that I will bring with me, just in case. And I recommend bringing an old mat, we are outside and it will get a little dirty.
I hope you have an opportunity to join me at the park, it is so lovely to practice outside in the beautiful space.
Reiki Share
Sunday, May 18th & June 22nd
1-3pm
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COME ONE... COME ALL Reiki Practitioners
- All Levels - Welcome!
We give so much when working in our work with others, here is a chance to get something back! Not to mention meet other practitioners who share the same passion.
This even is by donation and advance sign up is required.
For more information or to register please contact Betsey Blair at blair512@hotmail.com
Off the Mat Chapter Chat
Next Meeting May 30th
11:45am
The Yamas and Niyamas are the first two limbs of the 8-fold path of Pantanjali’s Yoga Sutras: yoga’s ancient, basic text. The Yamas, a Sanskrit word when translated means “restraints,” includes non-violence, truthfulness, non-stealing, non-excess, and non-possessiveness. The Niyamas, translated means “observances,” includes purity, contentment, self-discipline, self-study, and surrender. The Yamas show us how to interact in the world, a social focus if you will while the Niyamas focus on ourselves, an internal focus.
“The Yamas & Niyamas are the foundation for studying our own perception and for boosting our anticipatory confidence as we deal with the challenges and joys of our collective and singular humanity.” – Deborah Adele
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Every year, I try to set a goal of some way to better myself. For this coming year, I decided I will take a deep dive into the Yamas and Niyamas. I came across the book, pictured above, and am using that as my guide. At the end of every chapter, there are 4 weeks’ worth of “activities” to do.
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Please join me, once a month, to discuss a chapter and how we did with the chapter’s activities. And if this sparks other conversations than so, be it! This is a free event, just a gathering of like minded people. It is over lunch time, so please feel free to bring something to eat for yourself or to share.
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Our first meeting is Jan 10th at 11:45. Please read up to page 41. We can then discuss what we have read and then for the next month work on the activities on page 40. Then in February, we will discuss how we did and introduce the next chapter. So on and so forth each month until we are done.
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Here are the tentative dates for our sessions. Mostly the 1st Fridays of the month but there are a few exceptions.: Jan. 10th, Feb. 7th, March 7th, April 4th, May 2nd, May 30th, June 27th, Aug. 1st, Sept. 5th, Oct. 3rd, Nov.7th & Dec. 5th.
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Animal Communication
Saturday May 24th 1-5pm
$100
Come and learn the tools you need to deepen your connection with your animals and develop a more conscious communication with them. We will cover the concepts behind animal communication, what it is, how animals do it and what you will need to do to prepare yourself for this kind of communication. We will go over who animals really are and their mission on Earth. You will learn techniques for quieting your mind and protecting yourself and animals before connecting with them, body scanning for illnesses, communicating with animals who have passed and more... You will have the tools and the knowledge necessary not only to start communicating but also to guide you through what you can expect along the way.
This course is for anyone who wishes to deepen their relationship with animals.
For animal lovers who want to be able to communicate telepathically with their animals.
For people who feel frustrated by behavior, training or health issues with their animals.
For people who wish they could have their animal’s opinion about end-of-life decisions.
Shelter and rescue workers who would like to help the animals that you work with on a deeper level.
Professionals who work with animals including veterinarians, vet nurses, pet sitters, dog walkers and horse trainers who want to better understand the animals you work with.
We will be working with photos of animals plus live interaction with Ana a white German Shepherd. Cost is $100
Please bring a notebook for taking notes and a picture of an animal you know well either living or who has passed. A $50 deposit is required. Contact Vyolet at dogstar729@yahoo.com to sign up. A $50 deposit is required. To leave a deposit go to https://www.venmo.com/u/Vyolet-Albano.
108 Challenge
May 26th - June 20th
$20
In the past, some of you may recall they we have held a special event called 108 Sun Salutations. This was always held at an equinox or a solstice, to welcome in the new season. There was always interest, but then a lot of "there is no way I can do 108 sun salutations." Well, do to an excellent suggestion from Guy, I came up with a plan to help you to be able to do 108 sun salutations. We based it off of my Strength and Balance class on the 1st Tuesday of every month. There, I pick a balance pose and then create a class with a combination of strengthening exercises and yoga targeting the specific muscles used in the balance pose. So, for this challenge, I have done the same. But instead of it being one class, the challenge will help you to build strength and flexibility over the course of the month. Then, on the last day, June 20th, the summer solstice, we will gather at the studio and do our 108 Sun Salutations together.
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I have created an exercise routine in which you can use weights or just go through the motions. Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays are one set of exercises. Tuesdays and Thursdays are a different set. All target the various poses of a Surya Namaskar A or Sun Salutation A. Then on Saturdays, you just do Sun Salutations. The work outs should take anywhere from 15 minutes to 45 minutes depending on the beginning of the challenge and the end. As well as how long you warm up and stretch when you are finished, which I highly encourage you to do!
I have broken down the exercises starting with very few reps, and then increasing them with each day. If you are joining, I will send you the spreadsheet. I also have made a video that you will see above of how to do a Sun Salutation, a sun salutation with modifications, and all of the exercises.
Then on June 20th at 6pm, you can join me at the studio or on Zoom and we will do the 108 together or at your own pace.
I hope you can join me for this challenge. I think it will be fun, not to mention, you may surprise yourself with what you can accomplish! If interested, just reach out and we will begin this challenge together!
Summer Solstice Sound Bath
June 21st 7-8pm
$25
​Join us for a transformative Summer Solstice Sound Bath — a deeply immersive, meditative experience designed to align your body, mind, and spirit with the energy of the longest day of the year.
As the sun reaches its peak, so can you.
This 60-minute session will harness the powerful, renewing energy of the solstice through crystal singing bowls, chimes, and gentle guided meditation. Let the sound vibrations clear stagnant energy, ease stress, and open space for intention setting and inner clarity.
Benefits of Participation:
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Reset your nervous system and calm the mind
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Release emotional blockages and energetic tension
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Enhance creativity and spiritual awareness
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Align with the natural rhythms of the earth
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Set powerful intentions for the second half of the year
No experience necessary.
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No additional events are scheduled at this time but please keep checking back!
Namaste