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June 2009
| Focus of the Month for June Devotion/ Eka Pada Rajakapotasana On the burning (tapasic) heels of Hanuman's great leap, our philosophical focus this month will be devotion. What are you devoted to? Your family, teacher, partner? Your art? This concept comes up in the sutras of Patanjali, in Tantric philosophy, Buddhism, not to mention all the other major religions. What does devotion really mean to you? And what's more, is what you are devoted to working for you? Really and truly helping you grow, showing you the way? All to be considered this month. Here is a month to deeply consider and reflect on what is beneath the surface. Like last month, we will need a healthy dose of devotion and patience to begin to practice king pigeon (eka pada rajakapotasana). A great big backbend that in its full expression requires opening the shoulder girdle as well. As in the two previous months, we will sequentially build a solid technical foundation to have the courage to try this beautiful pose. “The kings of the earth in their earthly capitals are not as happy as are the lords of the cities of their own bodies, and the masters of their own minds." YOGA VASISHTA Advanced Workshop with Carla Stangenberg June 6, 5:45 - 8:15 pm Please join us for this adventurous ride into advanced asana, pranayama, and meditation practices, as well as philosophy. We will work on hip opening, which should help us prepare for the month of eka pada rajakapotasana. Philosophically we will delve into the meanings of the niyama isvara pranidhana and perhaps if we listen closely enough we will be able to really get a sense of it. $25, pre-registration required, email. Jaya Yoga BOOK CLUB "Eat foods your great-grandmother would have eaten." The book this time is In Defense of Food, by Michael Pollan. Pick it up and start reading. The meeting is scheduled for Sunday, June 7, at 3:15 pm. We are taking the club outdoors! This meeting will be in the park, so bring a blanket to sit on. We will meet at the southwest entrance to the park at Bartell-Pritchard Square. (If it is raining, the meeting will be held the following week.) We will be joined by Jaya Yoga student Ava Chin, aka the Urban Forager, who will lead us around the park after we discuss the book to show us the bounty of foods in the park itself. Bring a bag for collecting. "Eat nothing that bears a health or nutritional claim." (both quotes from In Defense of Food) BEGINNERS ONLY 6- Week Beginner Series taught by Carla Stangenberg, the Director of Jaya May 31 - June , from 2 - 3:15 pm Our last beginner series before the summer. This class is tailored for the newcomer to yoga. You will be eased into the practice by the skillful attention of your teacher. You will learn basic body awareness exercises, basic asanas (yoga poses) that stretch, lengthen and strengthen your body and a handful of techniques to help reduce stress in your daily life. At the end of your six classes you will be ready to join any of our basic level classes. $17 to drop in. Sign up now email. BEGINNERS ONLY 4-Week Beginner Series: YOGA FOR MEN taught by Michael Gates Sunday, May 31 - June 21, 7:45 - 9:15 pm The primary content of the course will be fundamental alignments for a basic set of asana, with a focus on physiological patterns common among men. Students will also be introduced to techniques for meditation and pranayama and the health benefits of a regular practice. At the end of the course, students will be ready to join any of our basic level classes. Michael's bio. $60 for the series - preregistration required. Sign up now email. Plan Ahead!! Great gift for Father's Day (June 21). BEGINNERS NIGHT AT JAYA Beginners / Basic Class every Thursday, 7:45 pm with Ramit Kreitner This is a slow-paced class where you can build an intelligent foundation for your yoga practice. Learning standing poses and sun salutations, forward bending with ease, back bends without fear, hip openers and twists. All while learning how to use props to assist in creating a personalized practice for your own body. See you then. ALL SUMMER LONG KIRTAN Friday June 12, 26 July 10, 24 August 14, 28 Nina, Devadas, Shyama, and other special guests will lead us through beautiful Sanskrit chants to uplift the spirit. Offered by donation. Please join us for these special evenings of music and devotion. Kids Class Continues Down Dog for Kids with Lauren Maples Wednesdays form 3:30 - 4:15 pm ages 4-8 years This class will continue through June. Please attend. $17 TWO WEEKS OF YOGA SUMMER CAMP Summer Camp with Lauren Maples June 29 - July 3, 12:30 - 3 pm and August 24 - 28 Join Jaya and Bija for a weeklong children's yoga workshop! Each daily session will include an hour of yoga at the studio (including age-appropriate yoga poses, games, breathing techniques, story time, and more) and then an exploration of the natural world in nearby Prospect Park. On rainy days, we will stay inside and do yoga-based art projects (think sand mandalas and life-size yoga portraits). Sign up by the week or the day. For kids ages 3 - 10 years (must be potty-trained and able to separate without transition time). No yoga experience necessary. Register today. Space is limited to 15 participants. $200/week or $45/day sign up for both weeks and save 10% save 10% off a sibling registration Parents are responsible for providing a healthy snack to be eaten after yoga. Water will be provided. ALL SUMMER LONG Free Introduction to Yoga Class Monday June 29 with Ramit Kreitner Monday July 27 with Carla Stangenberg August 17 TBD 4:45 – 5:50 pm Please bring yourself and a friend to Jaya Yoga Center for a free introduction to asana (posture) practice, meditation, and even a little philosophy. We are equipped with all the props you will need during your class, which are free for you to borrow. This is a great way to get a sense of what is going on at Jaya if you are new to yoga or to the area. Everyone is welcome! Please feel free to email any questions. JULY |
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