Crystal Journey Concert with David Hickey.
Saturday, February 13, March 13, 7:30pm. Check Events Page for more information.
Chakra Intensive: Crown ~ Sahasrāra Thursday, February 18, 7:45pm - 9:00 pm
Thought, Universal identity, oriented to self-knowledge, spiritual connection
This is the crown chakra that relates to consciousness as pure awareness. It is our connection to the greater world beyond, to a timeless, spaceless place of all-knowing. When developed, this chakra brings us knowledge, wisdom, understanding, spiritual connection, and bliss. Connects you with message from higher realms. Can be experienced as a pressure on the top of the head, understanding, knowing, and bliss. Admission: $20 for drop in session
Clan Mother Gatherings with Debbie Pribele Friday, February 19, 1:30 - 3:00 PM Friday, February 19: Wisdom Keeper
Join me in celebrating the balance between night and day and the masculine and female energies within each of us.
The intention of the Gathering is to strengthen the feminine and male aspects of our Selves, (for both men and women), realigning the balance in our own personal lives as well as our world as a whole, using our united Spirit to make a difference.
The Gatherings take place at the time of the new moons throughout the year. According to Native Tradition, the moons are the 13 Original Clan Mothers, (as described in Jamie Sam's book of the same name), who represent the 13 aspects of the feminine spirit.
Each Gathering focuses on one of the 13 aspects of the feminine and empowers the group, individually and as a whole, to contribute to the healing process that is already in motion in mankind.
Regardless of your Spiritual and religious beliefs, you will find the Gatherings and the information about the feminine energy empowering and inspirational! Admission:$20
The Eight Fold Path Series ~ Pranayama (Breath/Energy)
with Amy Smith, CYT Saturday, February 20, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Learn how to expand the lungs fully and to notice the shift in the mind from deep breathing. Learn how you breathe at different times during the day and how those breathing patterns influence your state of mind. To become aware of normal deep breathing and learn three part breath. A neti pot demonstration will also be shown.. Follow along with The Pure Heart of Yoga by Dr. Robert J. Butera. Admission:
$20 per workshop in advance, $25 at the door
Yoga for Anxiety with Glenys Causton, CYT
Saturday, February 27, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Learn specific techniques to alleviate stress, anxiety, and panic. These practices are useful during times of acute stress and act as preventative techniques. Content will cover poses, philosophy, psychology, and breathing exercises. Admission: $20 per workshop in advance, $25 at the door
March
Introduction to Vinyasa Series ~ Basic Flow with Amy Smith, CYT
Thursday, March 4, 7:45pm - 9:00pm
We will discuss what vinyasa flow yoga is and the benefits.You will be guided to
move in a dynamic dance, asanas (postures) that flow into each other. Learn a basic vinyasa flow and feel the connection through the breath for a transformative and balancing effect. Each flow class will have specfic music, meditations, and relaxation that relate to that specfic class theme. Admission: $80 for full series, $12 drop in
The Eight Fold Path Series ~ Pratyahara (Sensory Mastery)
with Amy Smith, CYT Saturday, March 6, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
We will consciously move our attention away from the input of the senses. We will start on our yoga mats by closing our eyes, shutting out the nonstop stream of visual stimulation. Then we work to reduce our reactivity to all sensory stimulation. In a state of Pratyahara, we may still hear and sense things, but the sounds and sensations coming into the mind via the nervous system do not disturb or distract the mind. We learn that consciouness is not the same as sensory inputs,which come and go and are by nature impermanent.Demonstrations will be shown for: the womb pose, candle gazing, and concentration on one sound. Follow along with The Pure Heart of Yoga by Dr. Robert J. Butera. Admission:
$20 per workshop in advance, $25 at the door
Sacred Sound On Sundays with Stephanie Scheid Sunday, February 7, 3:30pm - 4:45pm 2010 Performance Dates: March 7, April 11, May 2, June 6, September 12, October 3, November 14, December 5.
Introduction to Vinyasa Series ~Solar Flow with Amy Smith, CYT Thursday, March 18, 7:45pm - 9:00pm
We will begin class with an activating, cleansing breath, kapalabhati pranayama. This breath awakens your inner fire and liberates your flow of prana. Energizing, upbeat music will play as your discover your own tapas (discipline) and courage. This flow class allows a traditional vinyasa to awaken the vital energy and circulation in your body. Each flow class will have specfic music, meditations, and relaxation that relate to that specfic class theme. Admission: $80 for full series, $12 drop in
The Eight Fold Path Series ~ Dharana (Concentration) with Amy Smith, CYT Saturday, March 20, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Learn the beginning techniques for concentration.We will explore concentration on the breath as well as Akasamudra (symbol for concentration on space).The ability to sit still and keep the mind focused on one thing is dharana, concentration. Follow along with The Pure Heart of Yoga by Dr. Robert J. Butera. Admission:
$20 per workshop in advance, $25 at the door
Relaxation for Meditation with Erin Byron, MA Yoga Therapist Saturday, March 27, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Practice deep relaxation to release the mental rigidity that so often interferes with a meditative practice. Experience the unwinding of physical, mental, and emotional tensions. Apply various techniques to experience which methods of relaxation are most effective in clearing your mind.
Admission: FREE to Meditation Program Students
$20 per workshop in advance, $25 at the door, $80 for entire series
Organic Gardening with Mike Smith Saturday, March 27, 4:00 - 5:30 pm Admission : $20
April
Introduction to Vinyasa Series ~Dancing Warrior with Amy Smith, CYT Thursday, April 1, 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Connect four related movements through the breath to awaken the flow. Maintain steadiness in the base while the upper body moves to open up energy. We will pay attention to how we align the pelvis and engage the bandhas (energetic cultivation of the pelvic floor and lower abdomen) to lift the spine. Experience a non-aggressive, empowering way to let your voice and sense of self come from your center. Each flow class will have specfic music, meditations, and relaxation that relate to that specfic class theme. Admission: $80 for full series, $12 drop in
The Eight Fold Path Series ~ Dhyana (Meditation) with Amy Smith, CYT Saturday, April 10, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
When concentration becomes continous and uninterrupted, it is called dhyana, or meditation.Thus, meditation is not to be experienced as a process of "going somewhere else" with the mind; rather, the state of meditation is the state of being here now. Follow along with The Pure Heart of Yoga by Dr. Robert J. Butera. Admission:
$20 per workshop in advance, $25 at the door
Introduction to Vinyasa Series ~ Rhythmic Flow with Amy Smith, CYT Thursday, April 15, 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Liberate that which binds you. Let your whole body respond to the rhythm, let your inner fire come into the movement, while staying connected to your flame. This class will focus on an internal meditation. A rhythmic moving flow will activate your meditative mind. When this flow is experienced through the flow of our breath our emotions are released and our Anahata ( heart ) chakra blossoms. Allow rhythmic flow to spread through your body and respond to the joy within. Each flow class will have specfic music, meditations, and relaxation that relate to that specfic class theme. Admission: $80 for full series, $12 drop in
Emotional Clearing for Meditative Mind with Erin Byron, MA Yoga Therapist Tuesday, April 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Emotional upheaval is one of the main obstacles in a meditation practice. Yoga prescribes a systematic approach to neutralizing emotional charge and maintaining peacefulness in daily living. Come with a question regarding your own emotional patterns and practice the effective clearing method. Admission: FREE to Meditation Program Students
$20 per workshop in advance, $25 at the door, $80 for entire series
Introduction to Vinyasa Series ~Lunar Flow with Amy Smith, CYT Thursday, April 29, 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Class begins with a moving meditation, anahata kriya, in which we open the heart center through rejuventating circular movement. Reflection and fluidity will be our bhava, (attitude) during our moon salutation flow. Becoming totally present and feeling creative freedom flow through our body.Each flow class will have specfic music, meditations, and relaxation that relate to that specfic class theme. Admission: $80 for full series, $12 drop in
May
The Eight Fold Path Series ~ Samadhi (Absoprtion / Union)
with Amy Smith, CYT Saturday, May 1, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
In the state of absolute presence can we experience samadhi, the Self-realization. In samadhi there is a merging of subject and object. Discover bliss of just "being", of being fully present with your breath, mind, body and spirit. Being fully connected to the now in every moment and find the bliss within.There will be discussion on Upanishads and other ancient texts which describe samadhi. There will be a guided exercise through art to express what samadhi means to you. Follow along with The Pure Heart of Yoga by Dr. Robert J. Butera. Admission:
$20 per workshop in advance, $25 at the door
Introduction to Vinyasa Series ~Restorative Flow with Amy Smith, CYT Thursday, May 13, 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Release tension while absorbing energy through the earth. Honouring where we are in our bodies and feeling acceptance flow through us with each breath. This class will focus on floor poses, supine twists and gentle movement. This restorative flow incorporates modifications in a vinyasa and meditations to focus on ahimsa (non~harm). Each flow class will have specfic music, meditations, and relaxation that relate to that specfic class theme. Admission: $80 for full series, $12 drop in
Dangers and Gifts of Meditation with Erin Byron, MA Yoga Therapist Sunday,May 16, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
The path of meditation requires commitment, perseverance, and strength. Learn the common unconscious obstacles we place on our own paths. Understand the common dangers of meditation to avoid these traps. Feel uplifted and inspired by realizing the gifts that arise from consistent practice. Admission: FREE to Meditation Program Students
$20 per workshop in advance, $25 at the door, $80 for entire series
Introduction to Vinyasa Series ~Prana Flow with Amy Smith, CYT Thursday, May 27, 7:45pm - 9:00pm This vinyasa awakens the spontaneous flow of energy in the body, where your breath initiates your movement. Poses will be introduced in cycles of three to deepen the flow of breath and the instinctual alignment in the pose.Each flow class will have specfic music, meditations, and relaxation that relate to that specfic class theme. Admission: $80 for full series, $12 drop in
Yoga for Bowel Health and Healing with Erin Byron, CYT, BA, MA
Saturday, May 29, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Detoxification is vital to maintaining health and longevity. I hear from students almost every class that they suffer with issues associated with digestive health. Like all workshops, this workshop will discuss philosophy, yogic methods, nutrition, and lifestyle choices to help strengthen and heal the organs associated with elimination. Admission:
$20 per workshop in advance, $25 at the door
June
Introduction to Vinyasa Series ~Into the Flow with Amy Smith, CYT Thursday, June 10, 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Combining all vinyasa series together. Learn how to develope your own vinyasa flow and sequencing of poses. We will flow through sun and moon saluations and end with restorative and prana flow. A balance is attained when these two forces, (yin and yang) are joined in harmony..Each flow class will have specfic music, meditations, and relaxation that relate to that specfic class theme. Admission: $80 for full series, $12 drop in
Free Drum Circle: Check Events Page for more information.
Journey Dance with Debra Thoms: Date TBA, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
JourneyDance™ is a playful and intuitive method of using movement to discover and celebrate our inner strengths. Impulsed by music, using elements of theater, visualization, vocalization, guided sequences, and improvisational movement, we awaken our imaginations. We are all dancers, emotion in motion. We cleanse our bodies and minds with sweat, breath, and laughter. We feel our power and aliveness. Admission: $20
