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News: Easter Workshop, a Simple Sequence for Your Home Practice and Handy Tips

Hi there, it's Tricia here!

I can't believe we are halfway through term one already and Easter is just around the corner.  I hope you are enjoying your class and are gaining confidence with your yoga.  Steph, Fiona, Sharon and myself LOVE sharing our knowledge and seeing you grow and progress along the yoga path.  

This gorgeous autumn weather is perfect for an early morning practice.  So set your alarm 20 mins earlier tomorrow, roll out your mat and practice this simple sequence.  Afterwards, you will feel energised, clear headed and able to move through your day with ease.  

Home Practice

A Short Simple Morning Sequence

Handy hints for Practice:  Remember to keep your wareness on your breath and work to your individual capacity.  If you have the book How to Use Yoga by Mira Mehta (see below), I have placed the relevant page number near the Asana so you can follow along. 

Forward Virasana (P 27):  Support forehead and buttocks to rest comfortably, especially if you have cranky knees.  Alternatively lay on your back with legs up the wall.  Relax the jaw, breath quietly for a minute or two.

Baddhangullyasana (p 17 seated version):  Stand in Tadasana or sit on a chair or with legs crossed. Interlock the fingers, press the palms away from the chest and inhale to raise the arms up.  Take 6 breaths.  Bring the arms down, change the interlock and go on the second side.  

 

Trikonasana (p 15):  From Tadasana (p 13), step or jump the feet apart, turn to the right.  Exhale the right hand to the shin, top arm stretching up.  Turn the chest and look up (if you are balanced).   You can take the top arm to a chair if feeling unstable, or if menstruating.  Inhale come up and go to the other side.

Warrior I (p 17):  From Tadasana, step or jump the feet wider than the last pose and turn to the right.  As you inhale, take the hands to hips (beginner) or take the arms above the head (experienced - as per image above).  Turn the right (toes out 90 degrees and turn the left toes in a little deeper) and turn the chest out over the right leg.  As you exhale, bend the right knee to a square.  Keep the left leg firm and left heel pressing to the mat to create stability.  Inhale come up, turn and go on the left side.  Keep hands to hips if menstruating or if too strong on the shoulders.

Marichyasana III:  Sit on a blanket or similar height with legs straight out in front (Dandasana).   Bend the right knee and place the heel close to the groin.  Inhale the left arm up, exhale and turn to the right, placing the left elbow on the outer right knee.  You can also clasp the knee for a gentler version.  Place the right hand on the floor or to a block to keep the spine straight.  Take 6 breaths, inhale to come back to the centre and repeat on the left side.  

Note:  If menstruating, twist on the open side, i.e. place the right elbow on the inside of the right knee and turn to the left. This way the abdomen is kept soft 

 

Savasana (p 49):  Lay on your back, close your eyes and focus on exhaling away any tension.  Stay for up to 10mins.

Gently roll to the side, come up to sitting and enjoy the effects of your practice.  Well done and have a great day!!

Book Review - How to Use Yoga by Mira Mehta

This is a wonderful book for beginners as well as experienced students.   It is well illustrated with concise descriptions of each Asana.  It has a 10 week course as well as sequences for headaches, menstruation, stiff hips and stiff shoulders.  You can purchase a copy at the Studio for $25.00.  It's also widely available on line.

Easter Holiday Workshop 

'Can you answer your thoughts with the breath?'

This is a quote from an article I read recently and it stuck in my head.  It's such a simple question, and yet the challenge is very real.  This is the question ask ourselves in the Holiday Workshop.

I'm so excited to be offering this workshop.  I'm a real fan of this longer format which gives us the opportunity to look in more detail at this simple but challenging question.  I would love for you to join me while the weather is perfect for early morning practice.

The morning sessions will focus on active but steady, grounded asana practice.  The evenings will focus on quiet, inward looking asana with a focus on Pranayama (breathing exercises), Savasana and working towards meditation.  The workshop is suitable for all levels and will take your yoga to a place that is more considered, steady and thoughtful.  I offer all students the following times and options:

 Tuesday 21 April 6.30-8.00am Asana 5.30-7.00pm Restorative Asana and Pranayama or Deep Savasana and meditation
Wednesday 22 April 6.30-8.00am Asana 5.30-7.00pm As above
Thursday 23 April 6.30-8.00am Asana 5.30-7.00pm  As above
Friday 24 April 6.30-8.00am Asana 5.30-7.00pm As above.

 

8 sessions:  $175

6 sessions:  $145

4 sessions:  $100

2 sessions:  $54.

Booking now open.  Use this link:  https://orangeyogaroom.com.au/collections/all/products/easter-holiday-workshop or enrol and pay in class.

See you on the mat! 

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Celebrate and be of Service - International Yoga Day and Floods Fundraiser Class

Saturday 18 June 2.30pm Class and 3.30pm Afternoon Tea

On Saturday 18 June at 2.30pm we are holding a class for our yoga community and anyone wishing to join us to celebrate International Yoga Day. We are making this celebration about service. The class is $30 which includes a cuppa.  After the class, we will have afternoon tea.  Cake and slice will be available for purchase for a small amount for anyone wishing to indulge.  The proceeds of the class and the afternoon tea will be donated to the CWA to be distributed to their Lismore branch to help those still in need of food, clothing, shelter and support after the floods in Northern NSW.  If you can't attend the class, please join us afterwards at 3.30pm for tea and cake. The need for support in Northern NSW is still great and I invite you to join the teachers to be of service to those in need. Use the link below to purchase a pass for the 'Floods
Fundraiser class'. You can join us online or in the studio. I will also have a donation box at the studio for anyone wishing to contribute. Thank you for your support. Namaste.

 

Yoga Basics Weekend 29 and 30 January

Are you are curious about Yoga and the benefits it has to offer? Would you like to 'try yoga'?

The Yoga Basics weekend is a great way to come into the studio, and do a class in a friendly environment with no pressure. We have a covid plan and you must be double vaxed.   There are two classes available - you can come along to one, or both.

Saturday 29 Jan 3.30-4.30pm
Sunday 30 Jan - 3.30-4.30pm.

Cost:
$15 for one day,
$25 for both.

I am a certified teacher with a passion for helping everyone access yoga. I have been teaching since the opening of The Yoga Room in 1997. You are very welcome to see what Yoga has to offer you - which is lots! A regular yoga class helps you to stay focussed, calm, develop strength, and learn to be quiet and still amongst the busy nature of our lives. Feel free to email me if you would like to ask questions: tricia@orangeyogaroom.com.au.  Use the link below to buy a pass for one day or  both.  You will be very welcome!

See you on the mat!

https://orangeyogaroom.punchpass.com/?t=tSe2S8Mvad4arSNVPshC&company_id=10421&as=customer

 

Setting Goals Workshop - 10.30am Saturday 22 January

Hello everyone!  

The January Intensive started this morning but if you would like to join us for 4 or 6 sessions, then please let me know.  You can attend in the studio, or online.  The theme of the Intensive is Support, Lengthen and Release and it's suitable for all levels.

Tomorrow (Sat 22 Jan) I will again hold the annual Setting Goals Workshop.  Incidentally, 20 January was peak time to set goals, so we are not far off that date!  I am offering this workshop free as I think it's a great way to start the year and think about what you would like to achieve.  What goals do you wish to set?  In what areas of your life do you need to pay the most attention?  You can participate in the studio or online.  Use the link below and the discount code SETGOALS2022 at the checkout to waive the attendance fee.

Bring coloured pencils/textas to create your goals chart.

I hope you will take advantage of both these offerings and join me to set yourself up with a clear vision of what you want, even though we are off to a rough start!

Yours in Yoga

Tricia

Book for Studio:  https://orangeyogaroom.punchpass.com/classes/10048320

Book for Online:  https://orangeyogaroom.punchpass.com/classes/10052137

Classes, Passes and Memberships for 2022

Hello everyone!  

We are commencing our regular timetable on Monday 31 January.  All our classes are in studio and online so you have the choice to stay at home, or come into the studio.  We are abiding by all government regulations, including QR codes, vaccinations, distancing and regular cleaning of the studio.  Please be assured we are doing everything possible to keep you all safe and healthy.

There are some additions and slight changes to the timetable this year so read below to see how it rolls out.  I have also created lots of options to be regular in your attendance, either online in your home, or in the studio.  

Ready Steady Focus is a new 30min class which targets a particular area of the body, like the shoulders.  Or we might focus on meditation, or relaxation, or the immune system.  

So read on to find out what we have on offer:

Mondays

9.00-10.30am - General with Tricia
6.00-7.30pm - Experienced with Tricia
 

Tuesdays

5.30-6.00pm - Ready Steady Focus with Tricia*
6.15-7.15pm - Beginner with Tricia
 

Wednesdays

6.30-7.30am - Led Practice with Kim*
9.00-10.15am - Gentle with Sharon
5.30-6.30pm - 10wk Introductory Course with Fiona
6.45-8.15pm - Intermediate/Developing with Fiona
 

Thursdays

9.00-10.30am - General with Tricia
5.30-6.45 - Intermediate/Developing with Sharon
 

Fridays

7.00-7.30am - Ready Steady Focus with Tricia*

 

Saturdays

7.00-8.00am - Iyengar Flow with Kim
4.30-6.00pm - Self Care Saturday 1st Saturday of each month.

* denotes online only.

 

Passes and Memberships

The memberships below are amazing value and allow you to explore your practice and deepen your understanding of Yoga and yourself.  When you sign up for a membership, a weekly amount is taken from your card as it normally would when you purchase a pass.  This means you are not having to find a larger amount of money every 10 weeks.  You can cancel or pause your membership at any time and 7 days notice is required to process your request.  You can read the conditions on the membership page of the website.  You can still purchase a 10 or a 20 class pass, or a casual pass.
 

Membership 1 - $29/week (includes 1 x class per week, in studio or online, and Led Practice online).

Membership 2 - $37/week (includes 2 x classes per week, in studio or online, and  Led Practice).  

Membership 3 - $42/week (includes 3 x classes per week, in studio or online, and Led Practice).

Membership Unlimited - $49/week (includes unlimited classes per week, in studio or online, and Led Practice online).

10 Class Pass -  $230 (includes 10 x classes valid for 3 months, in studio or online).

20 Class Pass - $380 (includes 20 x classes valid for 3 months, in studio or online).

Casual Class $26 (1 x class online or in the studio)
Casual Concession Class $24 (1 x class online or in the studio)

Ready Steady Focus Class $10 (1x class online)

10 Led Practice Pass Term $100 (includes 10 x sessions online)
Casual Led Practice $12 (1 x session online)

Yoga Basics 1 day $15
Yoga Basics 2 days $25

Free New Student Pass (unlimited classes for 10 days).

Use this link to see the passes/memberships or go to the Timetable or Membership page on the website.

https://app.punchpass.com/passtypes

We look forward to seeing you online or in the studio!  Keep healthy, keep practising yoga, and keep being kind to each other.

YogArt

Join us for YogArt on Thursday 20 January.  This is a fun and educational activity for children from 3yrs+.  We have three age groups:

Times

3-6yrs - 9.00am-10.45am
7-12yrs - 15.15am-12.45pm
13yrs+ - 1.00-3.00pm.

Cost

1  child - $55
2 children - $100
3 children - $140.

Fiona from StoryTime at Orange City Library takes the 3-6yrs on an adventure through story, incorporating yoga poses with balance, focus, flexibility and listening skills.  Sharon teaches more dynamic poses to the 7-12yrs coordinating breath with movement and ending with a relaxation segment.  The 13yrs+ will work with more complex poses, developing awareness, mindfulness and being present.

The children and young adults always love YogArt and so do the teachers.  It's fun to see young yogis develop skills that can be used in every day life.

Purchase and book for YogArton this link:  https://app.punchpass.com/passtypes.

 

Get Ready for 2022

New Year and a New Beginning

Hello there and hello cocky!  From beautiful Manly I am working on the new memberships and passes for 2022, which will be ready for bookings very soon.  I had a visitor last night so I'm not working alone!  A reminder that whilst I am taking some time off, the office is closed until 10 January. 

In the meantime, you can purchase casual passes for the January holiday classes right now.  You can also book for the January Intensive and the Setting Goals Workshop, the Yoga Basics classes for new students, and YogArt.  Use the link below to book.  

And another thing ...  if you follow us on Instagram and Facebook you will receive the Setting Goals Workshop free.  Like us and look out for the post in the next few days.  It's not only a great way to start a new year, but a very necessary one.  It creates purpose and motivation for the year ahead and also helps us to reflect on the past.  I am really excited to be offering this workshop for those who want to start 2022 with a fresh and positive attitude and a clear path forward.

Stay posted for bookings for 2022 regular timetable of classes.  Until then, take special care,

Tricia

Book workshops and classes:

 https://orangeyogaroom.com.au/pages/timetable.