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Namaste~
So the calendar tells me we are turning the corner to fall. But the hot and humid days tell me summer has not yet let go his grip. Oh, the in-between times...This morning after a workout that could be described no other way than grueling, Jen and I walked out of the gym and into the bright sunny morning. It was already hot and muggy. I began to lament the scorching sun and raging pitta when Jen added in "but the VATA! I actually had to go back into the house four times the other day before I could actually leave. And one of those times was to get something I had left one of the other three times!" I laughed out loud because I could so relate.
So we are between seasons: the potential for pitta attacks in a system weary of being overheated; the movement toward vata season and the propensity toward spinning, spiraling and whirling- off schedule, not sleeping, over-spending. And what does it all mean? What does it all matter? For me, a reminder about balance. Making a routine about sleeping and eating and sticking to it; minding the tendency I always have but this time of year forget about over-scheduling; taking time at least twice a day to stop and breathe, or take a mini-savasana.
Take a moment as we move into September, the advent of fall. Make note- are you grounded? Sleeping? Playing? Resting? What can you do to find balance and ease in this transition time?
Peace,
Jill
global breath yoga mala |
creating a community of peace and generosity
blue lotus joins the Triangle yoga community as we support Global Breath Yoga Mala, a benefit sponsored by LiveGlobally, a local nonprofit helping to build a school in Kenya. 
All Global Breath Yoga Mala classes are by donation. Handmade bracelets, created by the people of the Mantopeni Village, will be offered to donors while supplies last.
Global Breath Yoga Mala
Sunday, September 23
Dawn Choir by donation with Jill
9:00-10:00 am
Chanting is the sound of yoga, and its resonance raises the vibration level of all who practice. Join us!
Slow Flow by donation with Carrington
12:00-1:30 pm
This gentle mid-day practice creates a respite from external distractions and a focus inward toward our hearts.
Yoga Mala by donation with Jill
4:00-6:00 pm
In the tradition of yoga, a sequence of 108 Sun Salutations is practiced to create a powerful effect of enhanced awareness on a focused intention.
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deepen your practice, enrich your life |
embracing your journey
Developing your yoga practice has a multitude of benefits, not the least of which is an enrichment of your life and your journey on the planet. Just think of where and who you were when you started the practice, and the transformations you have experienced since then. It’s not such a coincidence that our lives are more expansive and that we as beings are different as a result of this journey.
 A beautiful thing about yoga is that our journey, the self-discovery, never ends. You might be relatively new to the practice and exploring the physical, mental, and spiritual effects of different types, like Restorative Yoga or a Yin Yoga. Perhaps you are a long-time student, desiring an answer to “what next” by delving into Seva, or service. Or maybe you are a teacher who seeks to refine skills with an advanced practicum taught by a master teacher.
Each time we step further on our path, it is challenging and into a place of the unknown -- but that’s OK! Each time we enrich our practice, we enrich our lives, and, if we are teachers, we also hopefully enrich the lives of our students. Our continued training and study contributes directly to the richness, fullness, skillfulness, and service of what we bring to students and thus the greater community.
As a studio, we create these yoga and life enriching opportunities for our student community with a variety of class and workshop offerings intended to help you dive deeper into the waters of yoga and your own self-discovery. As the season changes yet again, take a moment to consider where your journey is calling you.
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september happenings |
it's that time of year
Can you smell it in the breeze? Edging in from just around the corner? Peeking through the trees? Those wonderful, cool autumn days are tip-toeing in, bringing with them all of the activity and plans of the new season.
Be sure to make some space for you and your yoga mat as the days and nights begin to crowd themselves with must-dos and must-sees. Your body, mind, and heart will thank you.
Classes News Start your weekend with a Friday Night Special
Deep Stretch with Yvonne, 6:30-8:00 pm, Sep 14
Flow & Create - "shadow drawing" with Jen, 6:30-8:30 pm, Sep 21
 Turn it up!
Challenge your Level 2 practice!
Vinyasa Level 2/3
with Carrington
12:30-2:00 pm,
Sat, Sep 22
Yoga on a budget
FREE Community Yoga: 1:00-2:00 pm, Thu, Sep 13
Pay What You Can:
6:00-7:00 pm,
Sat, Sep 15, 22, 29
September Weekend Schedules
We'll have modified schedules for Labor Day Weekend, our first module of Yoga Teacher Training, Sep 7-9, and Global Breath Yoga Mala, Sep 23. Check the online WebScheduler for details.
Workshops and Events Yoga 101 ~ learn the basics of movement and breath
Yoga Foundations Six-Week Series with Kathleen
6:00-7:30 pm, Sun, Sep 9, 16, 23; Oct 7, 14, 21
 Age with grace and vitality
Yoga for Women Over 50
with Julie
3:30-4:30 pm
Tue, Sep 11-Oct 16
$75 for six-week series;
$16 drop-in
Blend your yoga with the essence of Qi Gong
PanGu Yoga with Anisha
12:30-2:00 pm, Sat, Sep 15
 It's a creative explosion kids love!
Kids Yoga & Art Workshop with Jen
(ages 6-9)
1:00-4:00 pm,
Fri, Sep 21
Explore balancing your spleen meridians
Yin Yoga Intensive with Yvonne
2:30-4:30 pm, Sat, Sep 29
 Go away to come home
Create space in your life as you travel your journey.
Refill Your Cup retreat with Jill and Kathleen,
Sep 28-30, at Prama Institute in the North Carolina Mountains
 Run with us!
Day of The Dead 5K
9:00 am, Sat, Oct 27
Proceeds benefit Brentwood Boys & Girls Club of Raleigh.
Register online, and then sign up to be a member of the blue crew at the online WebScheduler.
Advanced Training for All Students  Seva: Yoga in Action, an Off the Mat, Into the World workshop with Carrington
Sep 14-16
Required module for YTT500 certification program;
RYT200 CEU 22 hours
 Advanced Five-Day Practicum: Bootcamp for Teachers with Heather Tiddens
Oct 24-28
Yoga teachers of all traditions are invited to take an in-depth journey into the practical aspects of yoga instruction to support their teaching presence, compassion, authenticity, and integrity. Receive specific feedback, and learn how to make your instruction more effective and engaging. Participation in the 500-hour program is not a requirement for registration.
Required module for YTT500 certification program;
RYT200 CEU 40 hours
Weekend of Reflection: The Power of Silence with Jill
Nov 16-18
Required module for YTT500 certification program;
RYT200 CEU 14 hours
Visit the online WebScheduler for details and to register for classes, workshops, and trainings!
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