Settling into winter practice

It's been a busy fall in Vancouver, teaching Yoga for Relaxation & Yoga for Snowboarders/Skiers at the Vancouver School Board this term. What lovely students, whom I will miss while taking a break from teaching for the next 4 or 5 mths. It's a dedicated time for my own practice - curious to see how I will progress, how I will change, and what I will bring to my classes when I return to teaching in the spring!

- Triangle variation on Bainbridge Island, WA

Hot Yoga

No need for a heated room these days, as the Vancouver heat wave is providing a warm venue for yoga!

Current classes:

Yoga on the Beach
Locarno Beach (Sasamat @ NW Marine Drive)

August 17, 24 (Mondays, 7:30 to 8:45pm) - meet up at 7:15/7:20pm

September 1st (Tuesday, 7:00pm to 8:15pm) - meet up at 6:50pm

$10 wellness investment
Bring your mat, undermat towel/blanket and layers for relaxation.
And don't forget to bring sunblock and water!

Lululemon morning flow
Robson St store location
7:30am to 8:30am
August 10 and 31
Complimentary class
Mats are provided

Summer yoga

Back to Vancouver for what I hope to be a glorious and sunny summer!

I will be leading a Hatha morning class at Lululemon on Robson Street on Thursday, July 9th and Monday July 27th, 7:30am to 8:30am, in-store location, free community class.

Tree pose in Cook Islands, May 2009.

Yoga on the Beach in July!

I have been asked to teach the Vancouver School Board's Yoga on the Beach this July.

I look forward to my own yoga on the beach in Cook Islands and New Zealand from mid-May to mid-June, which will give me inspiration to lead this 4-week series!


YOGA ON THE BEACH
Course ID: EC65095 Cost: $52.00
Start your week with rejuvenating Yoga stretches to the gentle sounds of waves & a glorious setting sun. The course will consist of an all-levels gentle hatha flow with sun salutation series & classic postures to focus on strength, flexibility & relaxation. Come to the foot of Sasamat Street, on the grassy area to the left of the parking lot (facing the ocean) at Locarno Beach (between Spanish Banks & Jericho Beach). Wear layers (bring your bathing suit for a moonlight dip if you like). Students must bring a mat & blanket. Please arrive at about 7:15 pm. If it rains, go to Ed Centre (1580 W Broadway) as class will be held indoors.
Special Registration Instructions:
BRING BLANKET & MAT
Number of Sessions: 4
Start Date:6 July 2009Time: 7:30 PM-9:00 PM
Days: MON
http://www.continuinged.ca

Spring is (almost!) here

"Dancing on Bowen Island"

Finally, cherry blossoms are in bloom, with a few warm and sunny days here and there - all sure signs that spring is here!

I am teaching a few classes this spring, and also trying to come back to my own practice, learning from wonderful teachers around town.

CURRENT YOGA CLASSES:

Vancouver Lawn Tennis and Badminton Club (membership required)
April 4 to May 9
Saturdays, 9:00am to 10:15am

Yogacara
On-going substitute teacher for corporate and studio classes

Winter Yoga Happenings - Vancouver

Hatha Flow
Jan 3-April 11
Vancouver Lawn Tennis and Badminton Club
Saturdays, 9:00am to 10:15am
Members can sign-up for drop-in or monthly options

On-going substitute teacher with yogacara.ca

Stay tuned for a yin yoga & brunch workshop in March, as I am taking my Yin Yoga Teacher certification this month!

Yin Yoga has the same goals and objectives as any other school of yoga. The Yin aspect of Yoga uses long-held relaxed floor postures to stretch and stimulate the deep connective tissues of the body.

Fall Yoga Happenings

Fall is definitely in the air. Crisp and cool mornings, bright coloured leaves at my feet. I'm pulling out my cozy sweaters and fuzzy socks, packing away sandals and sundresses.

I'm currently substitute teaching with Yogacara Studio and Vancouver Lawn Tennis & Badminton Club this fall.

Later this month, I will teach a CHAIR-ity chair yoga class for the United Way at my work.

For now, connecting again with my own practice in the early mornings, trying to find space and balance during this busy period.