It is with much sadness that I write this note. On Saturday, February 26th, we lost one of our fellow class yoginis who brought a ray of light into our studio, and into my life with her presence.
Rachel Spearing was a beautiful young woman who ventured into the studio 2 years ago. What a gift it was...to get to know her. Last year, it was with much pleasure that Paola and I participated in Rachel's first event for her Food for Heroes at Elysian Fields in Bethany. It was a spectacular day as we did our Nia, yoga'd and then ate an exquisitely presented & prepared organic lunch by Rachel. Her eyes truly sparkled as the painstaking planning resulted in a spectacular day. The joy we felt as we left was palpable. Her enthusiasm contagious. That day remains forever as a smile in my heart.
We would like to honour Rachel with a special meditation to be held at the studio on Saturday April 9th at 2:00 pm when the spring season arrives and the days are brighter. Spring was time for planting seeds for her wonderful garden ~ A time of renewal and rebirth.
She will be missed by all of us at the studio that knew her, but her spirit will shine on. I think about the chant Om Asatoma as I reflect her journey to another path beyond.
Asatoma Sat Gamaya
Tamasoma Jyotir Gamaya
Mrityorma Anritam Gamaya
Lead me from the unreal to the Real
Lead me from the darkness to the Light
Lead me from the temporary to the Eternal
Sending love & healing light to those who are mourning sweet Rachel,
May the longtime sun shine upon you
All love surround you
And the pure, pure light that's within you
Guide your way home
om shanti.
Sharon
Visitation at Victoria Park Armoury, 210 Kent St. West, Lindsay on Friday March 4th from 10:00 am until the time of service to Celebrate Rachel’s Legacy at 2:00 pm
Monday, February 28, 2011
Friday, February 25, 2011
4 week Kundalini Yoga Session
We will be starting Kundalini classes next Thursday at 9:15 - 10:45 am for a 4 week session (March 3rd~March 31st). Cost is: $62.00. There are still a few spots available if you are interested in trying this energy moving practice. Please contact the studio for further information.
Kundalini Yoga is a dynamic system combining breathing, movement, stretching meditation, the use of sound and rhythm, relaxation and meditation. Each class usually entails spine and flexibility warm-ups, a specific sequence for the energy or day at hand, and a relaxation and meditation. There are many exercise sets and meditations in this system. A typical class includes 6 major components: 1) tuning-in with the Adi Mantra, 2) pranayam or warm-up, 3) kriya, 4) relaxation, 5) meditation and 6) close with the blessing song, “May the Long Time Sun Shine Upon You”.
"The kundalini experience does not mean you have gone into a deep breathless trance and are beyond this world. … It integrates you more fully with reality and gives you a broader vision and sensitivity so that you can act more efficiently." ~ Yogi Bhajan
Kundalini Yoga is a dynamic system combining breathing, movement, stretching meditation, the use of sound and rhythm, relaxation and meditation. Each class usually entails spine and flexibility warm-ups, a specific sequence for the energy or day at hand, and a relaxation and meditation. There are many exercise sets and meditations in this system. A typical class includes 6 major components: 1) tuning-in with the Adi Mantra, 2) pranayam or warm-up, 3) kriya, 4) relaxation, 5) meditation and 6) close with the blessing song, “May the Long Time Sun Shine Upon You”.
"The kundalini experience does not mean you have gone into a deep breathless trance and are beyond this world. … It integrates you more fully with reality and gives you a broader vision and sensitivity so that you can act more efficiently." ~ Yogi Bhajan
2011 Yogathon for Schizophrenia
path to stillness yoga studio will be hosting a Yin/Restorative class on Saturday March 5th from 10:15 - 11:30 am in support of the Schizophrenia Society of Ontario's Yogathon 2011. As this is based on donations, I am requesting a minimum donation of $10.00 for the class. Cheques may be made payable to Schizophrenia Society of Ontario and tax receipts will be issued for donations over $10 by SofO. 100% of class proceeds are donated to this worthwhile cause. Please contact the studio to register as space is limited.
Remember that access to the studio is via the centre lobby by the Early Years Centre.
Come practice yoga and help promote peace of mind.
Remember that access to the studio is via the centre lobby by the Early Years Centre.
Come practice yoga and help promote peace of mind.
Friday, February 18, 2011
Yogathon for Schizophrenia 2011
The Yogathon for Schizophrenia benefits the Peace of Minds youth engagement initiative, which helps youth and youth workers identify the signs and symptoms of psychosis; understand the importance of getting help early; and encourages them to fight the stigma associated with schizophrenia by speaking out against myths related to the illness.
path to stillness yoga studio will be participating in this fundraiser on Saturday March 5th. Further details of class time will be posted later this week. 100% of class proceeds are donated to this worthwhile cause.
Come practice yoga and help promote peace of mind.
path to stillness yoga studio will be participating in this fundraiser on Saturday March 5th. Further details of class time will be posted later this week. 100% of class proceeds are donated to this worthwhile cause.
Come practice yoga and help promote peace of mind.
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Workshop on Core Stability
Join Pam this Sunday, February 20th from 9:00 -11:00 am in a workshop focusing on Yoga for the Core. It is never too late to work on developing your core stability. The morning is designed to allow you to learn about your "core" muscles; how to find them; how to activate them; how to strengthen and tone them through an introduction to a series of hatha based asanas. If you are new to yoga, or have been practicing for years, you can enjoy applying this new knowledge and exploration to your practice. A handout will be given.
If you are interested in joining Pam, please contact the studio to register.
Please note that the workshop time has changed from the printed winter brochure.
If you are interested in joining Pam, please contact the studio to register.
Please note that the workshop time has changed from the printed winter brochure.
Friday, February 11, 2011
Postponement of Living with Fibromyalgia Workshop
Unfortunately we have decided to postpone the Living with Fibromyalgia workshop scheduled for Sunday March 6th. We remain committed to presenting quality workshops on relevant health issues facing those in our community and will reschedule at a future date.
Friday, February 4, 2011
Kundalini Yoga Workshop
Just a reminder that Paola will be running a Kundalini Workshop this Sunday February 6th at 9:30 am - 12:30 pm at the studio. The workshop is open to all levels of experience. Kundalini Yoga is a dynamic system combining breathing, movement, stretching meditation, the use of sound and rhythm, relaxation and meditation. This is a great way to work with the February Blues and get energy moving from within the body. There are still a couple of spots available so please contact the studio for further information or to register.
"The kundalini experience does not mean you have gone into a deep breathless trance and are beyond this world. … It integrates you more fully with reality and gives you a broader vision and sensitivity so that you can act more efficiently."
~ Yogi Bhajan
"The kundalini experience does not mean you have gone into a deep breathless trance and are beyond this world. … It integrates you more fully with reality and gives you a broader vision and sensitivity so that you can act more efficiently."
~ Yogi Bhajan
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Further Cancellations
At 4 pm the snow is continuing to fall and roads are not great, even in town.
I think it best to cancel the evening Hatha Class at 6pm and the Yin Class at 7:45 pm tonight, Wednesday February 2nd for safety. These 2 classes will be rescheduled on Wednesday March 16th, (where the studio has an open day). Take some time this evening to find a quiet space and do something that nurtures you.
Safe Travels. See you next week.
Sharon
I think it best to cancel the evening Hatha Class at 6pm and the Yin Class at 7:45 pm tonight, Wednesday February 2nd for safety. These 2 classes will be rescheduled on Wednesday March 16th, (where the studio has an open day). Take some time this evening to find a quiet space and do something that nurtures you.
Safe Travels. See you next week.
Sharon
Weather & Class Cancellations
Well, not sure if was "Snowmaggedon" but it definately was weather!
As of 10:30 am this morning, Wed. February 2nd, the only class that will be cancelled today, so far, is the 4:30 pm Nia class. The makeup class will be scheduled for March 9th.
The 1:00 pm General class is still scheduled to run and I will address the 2 evening classes later today based on weather conditions. If cancelled, I will post on the website (blog) ~ As there is the option of doing makeup classes throughout the session, if you are coming from out of town please consider this option if you have any concerns about road conditions.
Stay Warm.
As of 10:30 am this morning, Wed. February 2nd, the only class that will be cancelled today, so far, is the 4:30 pm Nia class. The makeup class will be scheduled for March 9th.
The 1:00 pm General class is still scheduled to run and I will address the 2 evening classes later today based on weather conditions. If cancelled, I will post on the website (blog) ~ As there is the option of doing makeup classes throughout the session, if you are coming from out of town please consider this option if you have any concerns about road conditions.
Stay Warm.
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