"Yoga 101" offered during free event

You’ve heard about the benefits of yoga.  So, what’s keeping you?  The Yoga Loft happily presents ‘ Yoga 101’ on Saturday April 6.  It’s designed to help people who:

-         May feel uneasy or have questions about going into a yoga studio

-         Have watched videos about yoga, but have never been in a studio

-         Wonder what it’s like to take a yoga class

Experienced yoga teachers Patti Moore and Maureen Oar will take new students on an easy exploration of yoga.  The Yoga Loft co-founders will provide a supportive environment for those who want to learn more about yoga.  You’ll learn a few basic postures.  You’ll be able to ask questions.  This is a perfect event for absolute beginners.   No yoga experience is needed…whatsoever.  It’s also free.  Make sure to wear comfortable clothing, such as something you’d wear to the gym.  We’ll provide everything else.  It runs from 2-3 p.m. on Saturday April 6.   It’s a great opportunity to get into a transformational practice at The Yoga Loft, which has been voted “Best Yoga Studio” in Olympia for two years in a row.  

By Doug Adamson

Clear Out the Winter Cobwebs with the Spring Tune Up!

Clear Out the Winter Cobwebs with the Spring Tune Up!

As the days start to get longer and the urge to do some spring cleaning surfaces, it's good to remember that our bodies may need a little bit more attention too.  Up for your consideration is the Spring Tune Up!  This workshop is inspired by the return of Spring and the Equinox… the time of year when the sun passes over the equator while day and night are (more or less) the same length.  Our practice will reflect this balance so that we may find attunement with ourselves and nature. 

The first half of the class will focus on an energizing, flowing yet quite gentle practice.  For any of you familiar with my Level I class, it will be more gentle than that.  The intention is just to get everything moving and flowing (including those places that don't always get enough attention).  The second half will focus on restorative poses and deep rest. 

This workshop is for people who…
- have been out of practice for a while and need a gentle re-boot, or want to know how to re-boot if they ever do fall out of practice
- just want a relaxing, gentle way to spend their Saturday afternoon
- need to de-stress and a shorter class doesn't always do it
- want to learn how to care for their joints and get them moving
- want to learn a handful of restorative poses that they can practice at home (these are very useful during times of fatigue, dis-ease and a few are great to practice during menses; for the men reading this, don't worry they are great for you too :  )
- want some time to tune in, reflect and reconnect
- want to set a theme/intention for the Spring, or the rest of the year

This practice is one of the best ways to get back into yoga after some time off and also one of my favorite ways to unwind and de-stress... great for a Saturday afternoon.  Join us so I can share with you some of my favorite things (that don't always make it into a regular class).

Spring Tune Up! takes place on Saturday March 23rd from 2-4pm at the Yoga Loft... $20 in advance or $25 at the door.  Please see the Upcoming Events page of the website for more information. 

Looking forward to practicing with you!
Robyn.

P.S. We will be using lots of props!  Feel free to bring your own if you want to... we will be using 2 blocks, a strap, yoga blankets and/or a small bolster (although a large one could also work), an eye pillow and of course a yoga mat.  Also... wear plenty of layers, especially if you run cold, so you can stay warm during the restorative/relaxation part of the class.

 

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