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Longer evenings are ahead of us, perfect for running around Greenlake, paddling Lake Washington, or biking the Burke-Gillman. Be sure to stretch and strengthen your body in preparation for this more active season. We are offering a number of opportunities for deepening your practice in the coming weeks, including a new Vinyasa class with Jodi; workshops with Heather, eZa, Michael, and Jennie; and our annual retreat on Orcas Island with Michael and Heather. Hope to see you soon!
Schedule Revisions:
- Interested in stretching, strengthening, or healing your back, but busy on Friday afternoons? Nicole will be adding a second weekly Healthy Backs class, Monday, 4:15-5:30 at Queen Anne. The first class session will be on April 7th.
- Looking ahead, Jodi will be teaching a Level II-III Vinyasa class on Saturday, 4:00-5:15 at Greenlake beginning on May 3rd.
- Beginning on March 17th, Michael's Tuesday, 4:00-5:15 Restorative class at Greenlake will be a Level I Hatha class.
Visit our Class Schedules for Yogalife's complete class offerings.
Upcoming Workshops
Yoga and Self Image on Saturday, March 15th with Heather
 Yoga can help us to identify self-destructive thought patterns that reinforce negative images we have of our bodies. Through meditation, pranayama breathing, chanting and asana, we will explore our self-perceptions. With svadhyaya (self reflection) and ahimsa (non-violence) we will learn to nurture our inner beauty and strength.
AcroYoga on Saturday, March 22nd with eZa
 AcroYoga blends the spiritual wisdom of yoga, the loving-kindness of Thai massage, and the dynamic power of acrobatics. These three ancient lineages form the foundation of a unique new practice that cultivates trust, connection and playfulness. Join eZa as you connect to one another through ceremony, asana, partner flow, and Thai massage.
Yoganatomy and Asana: Upper Body on Saturday, April 5th with Michael
 Have you ever wondered just what the SI joint is, what the Sacrum looks like or why muscles feel achy when stretched? When doing a backbend why is it just as important to open the hip flexors as it is the shoulders? Using charts and models, we will study anatomy and apply what we've learned to yoga practice. The upper body workshop will include bones and muscules of the spine, ribcage, shoulders, neck, head, arms, hands and upper internal organs.
This workshop applies to Yogalife's September 2008-May 2009 Teacher Training Program. If you're interested in participating in the Teacher Training Program, please e-mail Michael.
Yoga for Runners on Saturday, April 19th with Jennie
 Do you like to run? Are you interested in developing balance in your body? Yoga is a wonderful companion to running, hiking, biking, and other physical activities. Through a yoga practice suitable for all levels, we will open and engage the primary muscles used in running as well as the secondary "support" muscles; work toward balance in our physical structures; learn post-run stretches; and accquaint ourselves with breath and meditation techniques that will help with pre-race jitters or keep you motivated and connected as you run around the lake.
Upcoming Series
Intro to Yoga: A Six-Week Series
Know someone who's interested in beginning a yoga practice? Our next intro series sessions begin on Thursday, April 3rd (Greenlake) and Sunday, April 6th (Greenlake and Queen Anne).
Prana Massage
Prana Massage is an insurance provider for many networks. Check your massage therapy coverage and call Karen at 206-303-0324 to schedule an appointment.
Retreats
- Orcas Island Family Yoga Retreat will be May 16th-18th with Michael and Heather. Register early, as this retreat is popular! Cost is $130 for adults and $50 for children (if you register before May 1).
- We are pleased to annouce that our 2009 Yoga Bliss Retreat with Laura DeFreitas and Michael Suzerris at Haramara Retreat Center in Sayulita, Mexico will be offered February 14th-21st, 2009. Registration is open--fill out a registration form and return it to the studio with your deposit to reserve your spot!
Teacher Training
Yogalife will be offering a 9-month Teacher Training Program beginning in September 2008. If you're interested in participating, please e-mail Michael.
Yoga Nidra in the News
Laura's Yoga Nidra class was featured in this month's issue of Seattle Metropolitan Magazine! Pick up a copy at the newsstands at PCC and Whole Foods.
Yogalife Movie Nights
Join us for a viewing of award-winning documentary Born into Brothels at the Greenlake studio on Friday, March 21st. Doors open at 7:30, and the film starts at 8. The event is free ($5 suggested donation) and open to members of the Yogalife community.
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