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FREE Class
Sundays
12:00 to 1:30 PM
Tara James is embarking on her Yoga Teacher Training with Doug Swenson Her training will begin mentoring with Shari
during this class Come and bring your friends to support Tara in her journey
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Welcome
Emery Bryant
Back to
Essential Yoga
with a NEW Class:
Intro to Ashtanga Wednesdays
7:30 - 8:45 pm
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Eating Healthy
Recipe of the Month
Broccoli Slaw Salad with Five-Spice Tofu
See Recipe on www.EssentialYoga.net
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New things happening check out the schudule often:
Bringing back Thursday night Yin Class with Rod starting March 1st
7:15 - 8:15 pm
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Free Yoga for Cancer Survivors and Patients
Wednesdays
8:30-9:30am
St. John's "Chub" O'Reilly Cancer Center
taught by
Shari
More info call
820-2588
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Essential Yoga is proud to be supporting and participating in the Mama Jean's Meltdown!!!
Mama Jean’s is kicking off the New Year with a new addition to their local services. Starting January 9, 2012 They will be starting a wellness program titled Mama’s Meltdown. Mama’s Meltdown is a 22 week program that focuses on a complete lifestyle makeover. The program will assist participants in a transformation of nutrition, exercise habits, mental health, and the way they perceive themselves. Details to come!
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Essential Yoga Friends and Students,
It’s always about this time of the year that we give up on our New Year’s Resolutions. It starts out with just missing a class or eating unwisely and then before you know it you are back to your old ways. Remember you can always just begin again. Start right where you are and begin again. Get up and move your body. Vow today to just eat healthy…just for today. Take time to get outside and take a walk, and get some fresh air. Slow down and meditate … just five minutes today, maybe longer tomorrow. Take care of you …just for today…
March is just about here and I can’t emphasize enough that you really need to take advantage of our Doug Swenson workshop. We are very lucky to have him come to Springfield and if we don’t , he may not bother with Springfield again. There are classes for everyone, all levels. You can just attend one class or sign up for the weekend. If you are going to sign up for the full weekend the early registration price will be going up on March 10th. This is an amazing and fun weekend and Doug is a wealth of knowledge. We will have him in a very small intimate setting where we can talk to him about his life and experiences. Doug and his brother David were of the first westerners to be allowed to study Ashtanga Yoga with Patobi Jois. This is an experience you won’t want to miss. You can sign up in class or go to the website and pay online. Space is limited.
Peace and light,
Shari
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Confirm your place soon
the Doug Swenson work shop is filling fast
we have limited space.
Early registration discount pricing ends
March 10th
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~ DOUG SWENSON ~
The Ultimate Weekend ~ Yoga Workshop
Essential Yoga /Mar.30,-Apr.1, 2012
210 W Sunshine Suite B, Springfield, MO 65807
Doug Swenson began his study of yoga in 1969. He has had the fortune of studying with many great teachers including Dr. Ernest Wood, K. Pattabhi Jois, Ramanand Patel and others.
Doug is a master yoga practitioner, philosopher, poet and dedicated health advocate. He has incorporated influences from several different yoga systems along with his passion for nutrition and the environment to develop his unique approach. Over the years he has authored several books; “Yoga Helps”, “The Diet That Loves You Most”, “Power Yoga for Dummies” and “Mastering The Secrets of Yoga Flow”.
Doug travels extensively offering workshops, retreats and teacher training courses around the world. Don't miss the opportunity to study with one of the world’s top instructors. Doug's classes are always invigorating and inspirational and his supportive style of teaching and keen sense of humor send his students home with a smile on their face and a softness within their heart.
Friday evening: 6:00-8:30 pm
Mastering the Secrets of Yoga Flow- (Beginner-Advanced) The main focus of this class is centered around the fluid movements of soft and hard form vinyasa and how to expand this philosophy to create flow in your daily life-n a variety of yoga postures-both easy and challenging will be used. Explanation will be made as to how the fluid energy lines of vinyasa in your yoga practice can affect your daily life in a positive way. A connection is made to help create a flow in your diet, at work in relationships and throughout your daily life.
Saturday morning: 11:00 am -1:30 pm
Ashtanga with Extra Spice: (Intermediate - Advanced) This class will follow the order of asanas for 1st level Ashtanga, with the addition of some poses from 2nd and 3rd blended in at appropriate places in your routine. This class includes hands on adjustments and personal suggestions on how to enhance your practice. Class ends with pranayama and deep relaxation.
Saturday afternoon: 3:30-6:30 pm
Hatha Yoga-Soft style Practice - (All levels) In this class we will practice a variety of postures -using a more restorative approach and non muscle resistance vinyasa. Breathing Basics and Practice of Pranayama(30-45min) This class will give explanation and practice of several different pranayama techniques.
Sunday morning: 11:00 am - 1:30 pm
Fluid Power (Sadhana Chi): (Beginner-Advanced) A very powerful arrangement of soft form Yoga asanas, connected together with cool and hot vinyasa. You will sweat plenty, achieve new poses and get the ultimate workout. When finished, drift into a blissful deep relaxation followed by a guided meditation.
Pricing:
For the Weekend: $180
Early Registration: $165
Per Session: $50
Space is limited. Contact Shari at Essential Yoga to reserve your spot.
Shari@EssentialYoga.net
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Purchase online
Tickets
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Photo of the Month
Amber Roberts - Mayurasana
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Essential Yoga Warrior of the Month
Tara James
attended 60 classes YES 60 in the month of January!!
Way To Go Girl!!
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Couple's Yoga Valentine Celebration
Thanks everyone for sharing and making our Couple's Workshop such a special night.
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"Sometimes your joy is the source of your smile, but sometimes your smile can be the source of your joy.. "
Thich Nhat Hanh
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Free Yoga For Cancer Survivors and Patients
Wednesdays, 8:30-9:30 am
St. John's C.H. "Chub" O'Reilly Cancer Center
Support Group Room
2055 S. Fremont, Springfield, MO
Teacher Shari McCubbins of Essential Yoga
Yoga promotes physical and mental well-being, using a combination of movements, poses and breathing techniques to enhance relaxation, tone the body and improve circulation. People of all ages and all abilities can enjoy yoga as part of their regular fitness routine.
For more information Call 820-2588
Happy Birthday Essential Yoga!!!
Happy Birthday
Essential Yoga!!!
You are invited to celebrate Essential Yoga’s 1st Birthday!
Friday, September 2, 2011 at 6:30pm
At the studio 210 W Sunshine ste. B
Bring an appetizer or spirit to share if you want, bring a friend, or just bring a smile.
See you there!!
Happy 2011!!!
What a great time to commit to your yoga practice. Let’s begin by asking; what it is you want from your yoga practice? Most of us want to feel good physically and clear and calm mentally. Others just want a yoga butt. Maybe it’s time to step it up a bit. Why not commit to adding just one more class per week if your current practice is one class a week or just one more if you are currently doing two or more. If you couldn’t possibly add one more class to your life right now then commit to taking your practice off the mat and living your yoga. What does that mean?1. Step back from stressful situations and take a breath before you react. So many times in life we just barge ahead without thinking about the situation.
2. Take risks…just peek over the edge in life and then step back ...peek over and then step back again. Keep trying new experiences and challenging yourself.
3. Honor your body…remind yourself to feel every situation. Do I need this cookie? Does my body need exercise, water, fresh air, calming stillness?
4. Trust your intuition in all situations. Stop and check in. Ask how does this situation feel right now?
5. Meditate. Allow yourself just a few quiet minutes a day. We need to stop listening to the insistent chatter in our minds and learn to become calm and quiet to see clearly.
6. Slow down and smell the roses. Notice things as you go about your day…just notice. Be awake present and alive in all situations.
7. Trust in the process of life. Life is an incredible journey.
Join us in your journey at Essential Yoga!! Allow our teachers to assist you in finding a unique yoga practice to enhance your well being. Visit us at www.EssentialYoga.net for a complete class schedule.
Begin your new life today!
Peace and Light,
Shari
Happy Holidays
Wishing you joy in the simple things this Christmas season….
Big, jolly belly laughs of a toddler
Puppy breath
Snowflakes on the windshield
Knowing smiles
Stars in a black sky
Sloppy, wet grandbaby kisses
Butterflies that follow you
Morning tea in bed
Guitars unplugged
The smell of chocolate chip cookies baking
Fuzzy slippers
A Good book to read
Sunlight on your face
Girl talk all night
Warm fires burning
Sun Salutations
Fresh air to breathe
A twinkle in that someone’s eye
Clean sheets just out of the dryer
A door held for you by a complete stranger
The squeeze of a loved one’s hand
All the silly things that make you pause and smile…..the simple things
Merry Christmas to you all
Love and Light,
Shari
Nov News
Hey Everyone
I hope you are ready for the holiday season to begin….I always dread this time of year. 1. Because It’s dark and cold and we can’t play outside as much 2. We don’t watch our diets and eat way too much rich food with all the parties going on 3. We are so busy we tend to give up our exercise and fitness practices and 4. Shopping .
This year I am vowing to try to keep some equanimity in my life to get me through the season. I am going to try to keep up with my meditation, keep up with my practice and not be so hard on myself. It is a time to slow down, make good choices and reflect on what is truly important. Thankfully we have yoga to get us through. Make sure you don’t give up your practice while you are so busy with shopping and getting ready for the festivities.
I am excited to introduce to you Rebecca Moore who will be teaching our new Zumba classes. I really feel that we could all use some out and out FUN in our lives and I really think Zumba could help us find that . When was the last time you just let yourself go and laughed and played and didn’t care what you looked like doing it? That is what I feel Zumba can bring to our practice. Zumba combines high energy and motivating music with unique moves to dance your worries away. It is based on the principle that a workout should be FUN to keep you motivated to stick with your practice and achieve long-term health. Zumba is a “feel- happy” workout that is a great compliment to our regular yoga practice. Starting November 1st Essential Yoga offers 2 classes. Mondays at 11:30am-12:45pm and Wednesdays at 5:00pm-5:45pm. The cost is FREE to Unlimited Members and $5.00 to all others. I plan on giving it a try…so don’t laugh when you see me trying. No on the other hand go ahead and laugh. Live, Laugh….Dance.
Much Love to you all
<3 Shari
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