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Intro To Yoga at Spirit of Yoga (SOY)
For those who are interested in learning more about Yoga in general and/or more about Yoga Teachers Training Programs, discover Yoga through a new studio class called “Intro to Yoga!”
This class runs four consecutive Saturdays from 9:15am – 11:15am at Spirit of Yoga (SOY) in Tempe, Arizona. Each class introduces basic asana poses, and the topics covered include:
- ~ History of Yoga ~
- ~ Traditional Etiuette ~
- ~ Pranayama and Mantra ~
- ~ Mantra/Chanting and Mudras ~
The purpose of this four piece studio class is to have anyone who is new to yoga to feel comfortable walking into most yoga classes after four weeks! You will gain the knowledge of what Om is, the meaning, and why most classes chant it. When a teacher speaks of the Yoga Sutras, you the student will have knowledge of what they mean, what Gyan Mudra is, and what Ujjayi Breath is along with the importance of props and more! As a SOY yoga studio student, you also will receive a handy notebook with all the information that these classes will go over; the Asana has English/Sanskrit along with pronunciation phonically!
Each class is $12.00. If you go to all four consecutively, you get your $48.00 towards a 10-studio-class-pass or more – you can’t lose!!!
Starts any and every Saturday at the Spirit Of Yoga Studio, from 9:15am – 11:15am!
Before attending any Yoga Teacher Training (YTT) program or SOY studio class, this is encouraged, but not mandatory. Wayne Hoffman, Operations Manager at SOY, says, many people think beginners to yoga (especially men) look at it the same, almost like learning to dance – they are often embarrassed, worried about form, intimidated, etc. However, none of the above should even cross your mind. ’Intro to Yoga,’ like all studio classes at SOY, are presented and taught in a natural, encouraging, ‘what works for you’ environment – as it should! These yoga studio classes provide a safe environment for anyone and everyone to be at ease. No yoga is the right way – your yoga is the right way if it serves you!
Aradhana Kaur, the manager of the Yoga Studio in Tempe at Spirit of Yoga invites ALL to come and give it a try for yourself. Don’t let excuses stand in your way any longer – listen to your inner voice that is craving some yoga! ~ Blessings ~ Call 480-838-3379 for details! :)
Aromatherapy with Yoga – The Magical Combination
Although science has not always fully appreciated Alternate Medicine or Holistic Therapy, scientists have been unable to write away Yoga for its tremendous benefits. Yoga works by using the mind force in combination with your physical strength to regulate the flow of life in the body and bring about a balance. The life force passes through seven chakras, cleansing them and relieving your body of stress and other diseases.
Recently, it has been found that combining Aromatherapy With Yoga produces amazing results! There are a number of oils that produce same results as yoga, but the combination of yoga and aromatic oils has truly been beneficial. Given below are a list of Essential Oils that can be used in combination with yoga:
Lavender oil – Lavender has been known to have soothing properties. When the oil is used at the time of practicing yoga, it relaxes and soothes the mind.
Ylang Ylang – This oil teases your senses with its elusively sweet smell. It is known to cure insomnia, uplift moods and enhance the libido. It also provides relief from medical conditions such as high blood pressure and increases self-confidence.- Lemongrass – It is essentially used to relax the mind. When you practice yoga and meditation with this oil, you will feel an upliftment of mood and feel happier. Your tensions will dissolve and you will feel ready to face the day.
- Myrrh – This oil has been related to spirituality. When this oil is diffused in the room where yoga is to be practiced, it connects the base and crown chakras, resulting in serenity. Scientifically, this oil aids in soothing the central nervous system.
- Sweet Orange – Everyone experiences fears from time to time and aromatherapy has given the world sweet orange to fight the rational or irrational fear that you may feel. It fills the room with the fragrance of summer and lifts up the mood. When used in combination with yoga, it helps to clear all self doubts. You will feel refreshed and rejuvenated.
Unlike many therapies, the benefits of yoga in combination with aromatherapy are long term. It is believed that to truly benefit the positive effects, you have to practice it for at least 21 days. You will start feeling better and will notice the benefits of Aromatherapy and the physical exercise at the end of this period.
By: Brenda Lyttle
About the Author: Brenda Lyttle is a beauty expert who began writing for publications in her community in 2005 and now commands an authority in writing on health, wrinkle cream, and anti-aging related topics. She is also a contributor for 365Gorgeous, the popular beauty products website.
Please feel free to click here –> SWIHA or call to ask questions about Aromatherapy and/or Yoga, at (480) 994-9244. You can also email us at any time: info@swiha.edu! ~ Blessings
Afraid of Yoga? Does That Make Me a Yoga-Phobic?
I don’t know about you, but I for one have been intimidated by Yoga my whole life.
This, I realize, is completely unfounded and sort of irrational – especially when I can’t remember meeting a single “Yogi” I haven’t liked. They all seem to have a certain peace about them and are more than welcoming – and that I like very much.
So where does this fear come from? Well I guess one worry that knocks around in my head is that I will ‘do it wrong,’ or get stuck in a pose that I can’t get out of. (I realize this is totally ridiculous but don’t you remember your mom telling you if you made that silly face again it would stick that way?)
When voicing my concerns to several people, they have reassured me that Yoga isn’t judgmental, it’s not a competition-it’s not a race. And, to be totally honest, the more I hear – the more intrigued I am…I just can’t yet picture myself doing any of those difficult to maneuver poses like you see on posters or television.
I guess, like anything in life, you need to start with the basics first – establish the building blocks before you move any further.
With this said, I think I am going to tackle my uncertainty head on with some of the beginning level Yoga classes at Southwest Institute of Healing Arts. If you have been curious or maybe even slightly apprehensive like me- why not see what it’s all about for yourself?
For a schedule of classes, go to Swiha.edu/Yoga/Yoga-Class-Schedule.html
Post a reply if you would like to try a complementary class!
-Emily M
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