This Just In…

New Events In Austin, Tx; Seattle & Whidbey Island, WA

I’m pleased to announce the dates for my latest bookings: SAVE THESE DATES!

April 28th, Body of Knowledge: Length and Strength for a Healthy Chaturanga 2-7 pm; Sutra Yoga SEATTLE registration details here

May 19th, Austin Yoga Expo: Heavenly Hips 4:30-5:45 pm; Palmer Events Center, AUSTIN details here

July 20-22nd, Summer Whidbey Island Retreat The Yoga Lodge on Whidbey Island, WA details soon

I will be sending out a newsletter soon outlining all of the above. Rates, registration, payment information will all be included. My deep thanks to all of you who can and do support my teaching around the country. I appreciate you sharing these dates with anyone you know who may be interested in exploring this practice with us.

I will update the site soon!

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Body of Knowledge: Anatomy-Rich Exploration of the Spine

Immerse yourself in the details of the spinal tissues and functions, strengths and weaknesses, relationship to our energetic body and nervous system, and how our Asana practice impacts this magnificent feat of engineering.

Sunday, January 29th, 2012;  10 am-2 pm  $65 @ Lionheart Yoga Training–3102 30th Ave S., Seattle

Through a combination of Lecture and Asana Practice we will uncover the deeper workings of the spine in our practice to bolster the quality of our teaching.  We will outline and discuss the tissues that build the spine, hold it together, and allow for such an amazing range of motion.  We’ll cover the common ailments of the spinal tissues and how to best avoid them.

Using  2- and 3-dimensional visual models we will examine the musculature that supports this boney frame and creates the dynamic movements we take for granted each day.  Identify the most vulnerable points in the spinal column and learn in detail how to fire the correct muscles to support these places.

Take control of your practice by inviting in a more detailed view of your internal terrain.  Observe your own limitations and hypermobilities to improve the quality of your personal practice, and learn to look for them in your students.

While this course is designed for yoga teachers, it is open and appropriate for yoga students eager to gain deeper knowledge of their Asana practice.

Space is extremely limited, Pre-Registration is mandatory! Use this Body Of Knowledge Registration Page to save your space.  Only registrants who are paid in full will be guaranteed a slot.

You may submit registration and payment via check payable to Unity Therapeutic, c/o Lionheart Yoga Training, 3102 30th Ave S, Seattle, WA  98144

OR  you may pay in full via Paypal (you still need to submit the registration form.)

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Intro to Yoga: A 5-Class Series!

1-2:30 P.M.  August 28th, September 4th, 11th, 18th, & 25th  $65–Pre-Registration Requested

Join me for weekly immersion into the fundamentals of your new Yoga Practice.  Together we will explore the shapes of the foundational poses of Hatha Yoga, learning how to build them from the ground up.  In this format, we will have the time to pay close attention to action and alignment that a regular class just doesn’t have time for.  Begin building new Muscle-Memory from the outset, learn to tap into your inner awareness, and gain the focus needed for seated meditation.

This 5-week program will cover the fundamentals of:

• Standing Poses
• Balance Poses
• Twists & Backbends
• Core Stabilizers
• Inversions
• Transitions
• Pranayama Breathwork
• Guided Meditation

We will take our time to break poses down so they make sense within our own personal bodies, learning how to use tools and props to bring the pose to us in a safe way.  Don’t worry, we won’t be cranking for a full two hours!!  This format allows for plenty of discussion and questions, adjustments and breaks.

Contact Richelle directly to register:  206 931 2949 or intro@unitytherapeutic.com

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