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Yoga & Community by Christa Maurer

January 3, 2011 / Announcements

I have been practicing yoga for about 13 years. Yoga’s meaning to me and my life has changed over those years, but one thing has remained the same. For me, walking into a yoga studio has always meant finding a community. I began by taking a prenatal yoga class when I was just 27 years… Read More

Holiday News and Specials

December 9, 2010 / Announcements

Dear Yogis and Yoginis, As 2010 draws to a close, try to take a moment to reflect on this year. How have you changed? What were the most significant changes and milestones in your life? How are your closest relationships have enhanced your life? How has your yoga practice changed throughout the year? It is… Read More

November Studio News

December 6, 2010 / Announcements

Dear yogis and yoginis, November is the time when we give thanks for the many blessings we receive in our lives. Studies show that those of us who express our gratitude on a daily basis are happier, more optimistic about the future and feel better about our lives. Have you had a Gratitude Journal? Try… Read More

October Studio News

December 6, 2010 / Announcements

Dear Yogis and Yoginis, When we first decide to give yoga a try by sending an e-mail to a nearby studio to inquire what to bring to class or simply showing up a few minutes before class, the reason to start is rarely because of this ancient discipline called yoga. There are just about as… Read More

September Studio News – New Beginnings

September 10, 2010 / Announcements

Dear Yogis and Yoginis, September, just like January, is quite symbolic when it comes to a fresh start. A new school year is starting, the leaves are changing, a new season arrives. No matter where you are in your life right now, you have a chance to create a brand new day, a new beginning…. Read More

August Studio News

August 7, 2010 / Announcements

Inner Power Yoga August Studio News Dear Yogis and Yoginis, For most of us, the reason we started coming to class was purely physical. We wanted to have stronger arms and defined abs, open hips and more mobile shoulders, cure that nagging low back discomfort, lose the extra weight in the middle. Feeling better about… Read More

July Studio News

July 2, 2010 / Announcements

Dear Yogis and Yoginis, It’s hard to believe that we are already starting the second half of 2010! Seems like it was yesterday that were enjoying “Winter Wonderland,” blanketed by several feet of snow, and now summertime is here! Warm afternoons spent by the pool, cook-outs with friends and family, and hopefully a more relaxed… Read More

Tangibility

May 28, 2010 / Announcements

What moves you? An inspirational quote, an unexpected victory, a heartwarming story? Recently I had the pleasure of judging a high school oratorical contest. Despite their nervousness, each contestant took the assigned topic, wrapped themselves around it and presented it to the audience like a gift. I was instantly moved. To put aside fear and… Read More

Stepping in to Change

March 26, 2010 / Announcements

Change, it occurs in and around us on so many levels.  The most obvious of course is the change that affects our senses and emotions immediately and can make us very uncomfortable along the way.  It is often not long after the uncomfortable period ends that our situation improves and we quickly forget the discomfort. … Read More

Light on Yin

February 28, 2010 / Announcements

When I was asked to write a blog about Yin yoga, I wanted more than anything to shed some light on this lovely practice.  I could probably write several pages on the what, how, and why of Yin yoga, however writing a book is very different than writing a blog!  The intention for this blog… Read More