THE YOGA ROOM

Yoga is a wonderful gift to have in your life.  If you have a friend or family member who would benefit from learning how to practice yoga, then you might like to direct them to this post.  

In term 2, The Yoga Room is running a 10 Week Introductory Course on Thursdays from 7.00-8.15pm commencing 3 May. All are welcome to join and start their yoga journey in this course. Yoga is a great way to take time out for yourself, learn to be focused and still, and to cultivate resilience and relaxation. It also brings physical strength and stamina. All students work to their capacity in a friendly and nonjudgmental environment with certified Iyengar teachers. I am taking enrolments now.  Please contact me for further information.  

Learn the ancient art of yoga through stories, animals and the natural world.  Let your imagination go crazy as we go on an adventure with Ralphie the puppy across the ocean and meet creatures from the jungle and all around the world.

Our yoga sessions are conducted in a friendly and expressive environment where there is no judgement – just lots of fun.

  Wednesday 18 April & Thursday 19 April  

3-6yrs  9.00am-9.45am

      7-12yrs  10.00am-11.00am

Two days 1 child  $35.00 

Two days 2 children  $56.00   

Two days 3 Children  $74.00 

Two days 4 children  $85.00 

Single sessions (if available)  $20.00

  BOOK NOW 7 to 12 years WORKSHOP

 BOOK NOW 3 to 6 years WORKSHOP

Along with Steph, Fiona and Sharon I would like to thank all our students for their commitment and hard work on the mat during Term 1.  All classes have progressed steadily along the yoga path and it gives us great joy to see individual, as well as class, progression.  Being the teacher in the class when a student goes up into handstand or headstand for the first time after months of preparation, is a very special and rewarding experience.  Keep up your yoga practice.  It will keep you healthy, present in the moment and grateful for all things that come your way.

The Timetable for the April Holidays is above.  Please call me you have any questions - there is always a solution.  

Yours in Yoga,

Tricia

Here is a link to an old but very valuable film clip which encapsulates Iyengar's work through the years.  Please take time to watch it - it's well worth it.

https://www.facebook.com/SzkolaJogiSagar/videos/1658109417555069/

How can you have some time out and know that your children are learning a new skill whilst developing focus, creativity and tenacity?  YOGA FOR CHILDREN!!!  Join Fiona and Sharon for some fun.

It's not too late to join the Intensive.  We had our first morning session today but you can join this afternoon for our restorative session, or start tomorrow morning.

The total number of sessions is six and the total cost is $170.    It is not advisable to do less than three sessions ($85).  See previous post for times and details.

A three day challenge of ethical living and observing the 8 limbs - the true foundation of Yoga.

In class we mainly practice three of the 8 limbs of yoga: Asana (yoga poses – which are very powerful in themselves), Pranayama (mastery of the breath) and Pratyahara (withdrawal of the senses).

In this Intensive we will focus on observing the first two limbs: Yama and Niyama.

The Yamas (ethical disciplines) are:

Ahimsa (nonviolence)

Satya (truthfulness)

Asteya (not stealing)

Brahmacharya (continence or right use of energy)

Aparigraha (not being greedy)

The Niyamas (ethical observances) are:

Saucha (cleanliness)

Santosa (contentment)

Tapas (disciplined effort)

Svadhyaya (self study)

Ishvara Pranidhana (surrender to the universal spirit or God).

Can you go three days observing these principles in your daily life and attending the morning and evening sessions to practice these limbs on the mat? This is the challenge of the Intensive. All students with 3 months experience of yoga welcome.  Kick start your 2018 with this challenge.

Wednesday 31 January   6.30-8.00am and 5.45-7.15pm

Thursday 1 February       6.30-8.00am and 5.45-7.15pm

Happy New Year to all students of The Yoga Room!  

2018 is going to be a year of consolidating what we have learnt and taking our yoga to the next level.  Term 1 commences on Monday 5 February, with the exception of both Monday 9.30am and 6.00pm classes who start on 29 February due to the Easter Monday Holiday.  If you haven't yet booked, please do so by paying on line or contacting me to pay a deposit to secure your place.  It is a 10 week term for all students. 

We are introducing a philosophy syllabus into the four terms of learning this year.  The philosophy syllabus will run alongside the teaching of poses (Asanas) and Pranayama (breathing techniques).  It will be simple and apply to the practice of yoga.  It will provide a context for the subject of yoga and allow any students who are interested in philosophy to take their interest forward.

On another note, I will run the Intensive from Wednesday 31 Jan to Friday 2 February.  Details to follow.  It will be suitable to all students who have 3months experience of yoga.

Steph, Fiona,  Sharon and myself will see you on the mat in term 1.

The perfect way to start your yoga journey is with a solid foundation and a level of knowledge that allows you to confidently practice according to your capacity.  This foundation is what the Introductory Course focuses on.  Learning to observe what's happening in your body, to be present and focused on the breath and the experience of each pose, is far more important than being flexible or attaining complex poses without understanding.

Two 10 week Introductory Courses will run this term:

Wednesdays 5.30-6.45pm commencing 6 February with Fiona

Thursdays 7.00-8.15pm commencing 7 February with Sharon.

Enrolments are now being taken.  Come and start your yoga journey with us.