Yoga Happenings

(Debbie striking a Lunge Pose in the ProJo!)  

To celebrate National Yoga Month, we have planned something special every day of the month!  Check out our calendar of events (at Sundance and other local yoga studios) and themed classes posted outside the studio.

Yoga at The Park:  Monday, (Labor Day) September 5, 9am 

Enjoy a complimentary outdoor class at Goddard Park on Labor Day.  Feel the grass under your feet and the clouds overhead as Debbie leads us through a playful class. All other classes cancelled for Labor Day.   

Salutation Nation:  Saturday, September 10, 9-10:30am 

Sponsored by Lululemon!  Be a part of this national yoga event at a FREE class led by Debbie at The Atlantic Beach Club in Middletown.

Yoga in the Meadow:  Friday, September 16, 6-7:30pm

Our last of the season!  Come join us at The Egan's home for this popular outdoor yoga event and potluck supper.  Donation based towards Best Buddies.  Call for directions. 

Autumn Equinox Rocks!:  Saturday, September 17, 1-3:30pm 

Get back in balance with this intensive grounding, hip-opening flow.  This 2 1/2 hour class will be led by Bryna with live music by D.C.  $35.  Pre-registration is OPEN!

108 Sun Salutations:  Thursday, September 22, 6:15-8pm

Salute the Sun this Equinox with Debbie.  $20

Foundations of Alignment:  Saturday, October 8, 1-3pm 

Led by Bryna, this 2 hour workshop will show you how to use both asana-specific and universal alignment points to open up your practice and move gracefully through restrictions.  All levels welcome but some yoga experience is recommended.  $30.  Limited to 15 students...pre-registration required.

Pregnancy Massage

Since Labor Day is approaching, we thought it fitting to touch on the true "labor day" for most women and how to feel good through massage in the months leading up to that big day. 

Studies indicate that massage therapy performed during pregnancy can reduce anxiety, decrease symptoms of depression, relieve muscle aches and joint pains, and improve labor outcomes and newborn health.

Massage therapy addresses different needs through varying techniques which aims to relax muscle tension and improve lymphatic and blood circulation through mild pressure applied to the muscle groups of the body. Swedish Massage is the recommended prenatal massage method during pregnancy because it addresses many common discomforts associated with the skeletal and circulatory changes during pregnancy.

Massage has been shown to assist in hormone regulation, reduce swelling and relieve nerve pain, specifically the common sciatic pain.  Also, count on a reduction in stress and anxiety and better sleep (get it while you can!)

We, at Sundance, have 6 trained and certified prenatal and postnatal massage therapists on staff.  Spread the word to all the Mama-to-be's out there and help make their 9 month journey a little easier!   

This and That   

(Group shot at the "Best of RI") 

• Reminder: Debbie's class at Goddard Park at 9am is our ONLY class on Labor Day.  
• Nancy is teaching yoga at Beavertail at 8a on Saturday, September 3rd.  $15.  
• Tank top sale!  Scoop 'em up now for next Summer!
• Check out our BEAUTIFUL new framed plaque with the RI Monthly "Best of RI" cover and the above photo...it's on the wall behind our desk and from one of our biggest supporters, Burt.   
• Is it really September??? 
• Become a fan of Sundance for more happenings, musings and tidbits!