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Michael Harris, Director
Bikram Yoga - Bend, OR
Join our Amazing Community of friends who gather here daily to learn, laugh, grow and sweat! Enjoy yourself in a warm comfortable space where your voice is heard, your struggles understood, and your efforts continuously celebrated. Here you will find the confidence to recognize, accept, and trust yourself so you can live your life fearlessly and without reservation. Come in, make your body smile and have a kick ass time!
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Here We Are Again - Summer in Central Oregon. What a great time to get outdoors and do all our favorite "ings". Biking, hiking, climbing, kayaking, rafting, picnicking... and all the other "ings". Staying busy with family and friends. Of course there is also "yoga...ing". Well it's not really a word - but you know what it means.
At Bikram Yoga we encourage everyone to keep their yoga practice going in the summer - it's actually a great time to practice. Generally the body is more open already - and who can resist jumping in the river after a warm sweaty class?
How are we celebrating summer? Just take a look at all the activities we have planned. I hope that you will join us!
52/91 - That's 52 Classes in 91 Days. From June 1 to August 31st is 91 days. Join us in committing to practice just 52 classes in 91 days. Do it any way you can - just do it! Make the commitment by putting your name on the sign-up at the studio. I guarantee your summer will be better! Grand Prize of 3 Months Unlimited Yoga for the Most Classes. We will have a special celebration on Saturday, September 11th for all the finishers.
Lululemon Studio of the Month. Lululemon has chosen Bikram Yoga in Bend as their Studio of the Month. In addition to highlighting us in assorted ways, we will be conducting a free public class in their store each Saturday morning in June. The class time is 9:30 to 10:30. This will give students a chance to have a taste of the regular 90 minute Bikram Class. Be sure to join us in class and check out all of Lululmon's great selection of hot yoga wear and everyday athletic wear. Lululemon's Bend showroom is on Bond Street near the corner of Franklin.
Strike a Pose! After your yoga class go out and take your best shot of yourself (and maybe others) in a yoga posture. Have fun and be creative. Finalists to be included in a 2011 calendar. Grand Prize - 3 Months Unlimited Yoga!
Shazam! Summer BBQ - Saturday, June 12th - 3 to 7. Celebrate summer and all the recent 60 day+ challengers. Terry Mintz is already past class 145! We will hang out on the grass next to the river. Yes - we will clean up the goose poop first! We provide the BBQ - you provide the side dishes. This is a non-alcoholic event for the whole family. Volleyball!
Paddle Night! 2nd Monday night of June, July and August, 6:30pm. We will meet at the studio and go for a paddle up to Riverbend Park and back. No charge - just bring your own kayak, paddleboard or other floating device. You can also pick up a kayak or paddleboard at Tumalo Creek Kayak.
Rafting! Friday, July 16th we will raft the Big Eddy with Sun Country Tours. A perfect time for a Strike a Pose photo. This trip is normally $47 - We have received a special discount of only $30. Sign up today at the studio.
Pickin' & Paddling Music Series. Last Wednesday night of June, July, August & September come and enjoy great music on the lawn behind the studio. They will even be offering free kayak demos. So listen to some great music and take a leisurely paddle on the river. This event is sponsored by Tumalo Creek Kayak and is No Charge.
Friday night Donation Class. Starting Friday, June 4th our 6:30pm class will be by donation. $5 to $15 suggested donation.
For More Info About
Summer at Bikram Yoga
Check Out
or Talk to us at the Studio.
Let's All Make a Commitment to Keep Our Yoga Practice Going and to Having a Summer of Fun!
I look forward to seeing you all of you soon!
Michael Harris, Director
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Quote of the Month
"Argue for your limitations,
and sure enough their yours."
Richard Bach
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Book of the Month
What can you say about this book? It is one of the classic books by Richard Bach. I've personnaly read it something like 17 times. It's an easy and quick read - and at the same time - filled with great insights and some ageless quotes. Nothing is mentioned about "yoga". Yet it is all about "yoga". A perfect read to kick off the summer.
One of my favorites quotes from the book:
"You are never given a wish without being given the power to make it true. You may have to work for it, however."
If you don't have this book yet - it is a must read.
You can pick up your copy today at any
bookseller or at the public library.
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June 2010
Student of the Month
Holly Vincent
The quote of the month, "Argue for your limitations and sure enough their yours", does not apply to Holly. Instead, Holly Vincent is truly a miracle. She has had so many medical issues - yet she still has a smile on her face. In this short space I will try to recap Holly's story.
Holly was born with a 59 degree scoliosis. As a result she has lived with chronic pain, indigestion, constipation, irritable bowel syndrome, hysterectomy, appendicitis and headaches. Holly has had five colon surgeries and has a mesh basket inside of her holding her organs together. Her right lung is not fully functional due to the scoliosis. Holly has "visited" an acupuncturist, physical therapist, nutritionist, naturopath, message therapist, medical doctors and the list goes on.
Years ago Holly's mom suggested after her first surgery to try yoga as a means of recovery. After practicing various forms of yoga, Holly first started Bikram Yoga six years ago. She walked into the studio, finished her 10 day intro and has been here ever since. She did 100 days in a row and stopped counting. Holly says that for the first time in her life, she is virtual pain free. She still has some pain, but it is no longer constant. Holly has definitely worked for it and discovered that Bikram Yoga is actually fairly gentle for her. She says. "And most importantly the HEAT is what naturally detoxifies me and keeps me balanced mentally and physically." Holly even competed in the last Oregon Asana Championships.
Holly summarizes; "I come here because I feel more at peace with my body and soul. I think more clearly and calmly when I am maintaining a daily yoga practice. My husband says I am happier and nicer to be around. I'm less toxic and have fewer headaches".
Perhaps next time your excuse bucket starts filling up - think of Holly. Nothing seems to stop her. She truly lives with the idea that excuses just don't work for her.
When you see Holly be sure to congratulate her on being student of
the month - and for being an inspiration to so many people.
Hope to see all of you in class today!
Michael Harris, Director
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