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FRIEND PASS - A NEW SPECIAL
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As of March 1 we are offering a "friend pass" to anyone who renews their drop-in or unlimited pass before their previous pass expires. The pass enables you to bring a friend - who has not attended the Yoga Studio before - to share the gift of yoga.
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CALGARY WOMEN'S EMERGENCY SHELTER
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Yoga Studio South is a proud supporter of the Calgary Women's Emergency Shelter
Click Here to learn more
Support the shelter by coming to Karma Yoga Fridays 5.30 pm at our Wellington Square location. We were recently able to send them another $350 from Karma class students.
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MAJOR SUMMER WORKSHOP
FOR ALL
EXPERIENCED STUDENTS AND TEACHER TRAINEES
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Jawahar Bangera
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UNIQUE INVITATION!
Jawahar Bangera
Jawahar Bangera is one of BKS Iyengar's senior teachers and has been practicing yoga directly under his guidance since 1969. He has been teaching since 1980 and has accompanied Mr. Iyengar on many of his travels around the world.
He will teach:
- a workshop at Wellington Square hosted by Margot Kitchen and the Iyengar Yoga Teachers Group of Calgary from July 2 - 4
- a teacher training workshop July 5 - 6.
Register now while space is available by clicking here
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MORE MINI WORKSHOPS
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Critical Alignment Therapy
with Sherryn Rault
This workshop is ideal for anyone, but especially those suffering chronic pain from injury, stress or repetitive strain. For beginners and continuing students.
Instructional handouts provided. Medical professionals and teachers welcome.
Calgary JCC
April 18
12:00-3:00 pm
$65.00 + GST
Sleep Soundly with Yoga
with Janet MacAllan
Frustrated by counting sheep? Tired of being tired? Sleep is critically important to health and quality of life, yet sleep-deprivation is common. Find out how Yoga can help you get a good night's sleep - naturally! Learn a series of easy Yoga poses and breathing exercises to help you feel energized, relaxed, and ready for peaceful sleep. Zzzzzz!
Wellington Square
May 8, 2010
1:00 - 4:00 pm
Janet's New Class
With the success of Janet's three Restorative Yoga Classes at the two studios we are putting on another at Wellington Square Thursday evening starting April 1 from 6 pm - 7:15 pm
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Happy Spring Break!
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Students of the Month |
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Sharon-Ann and Ken Gray
"Yoga. . .The greatest gift. . ."
What got you into yoga?
Students of the month for April, Ken and Sharon-Ann Gray, say yoga is the greatest gift you can give yourself. "We like a regular practice of yoga, both for the physical and the mental benefits. Until a person tries yoga, they haven't found who they truly are."
Ken and Sharon-Ann moved into a condo downtown in Oct 2001. They found themselves missing the things they used to do now they didn't have a house and yard to putter in. Sharon-Ann had heard how beneficial yoga was, so she began morning classes 2-3 times a week at Yoga Studio South.
Not wanting to be left out, and noticing the benefits to Sharon-Ann, Ken soon joined her in attending a registered weekly night class. Ken felt more comfortable with having a male instructor. Nine years later they both really enjoy classes with Margau Perko, who teaches Discover and Level I on Tuesday evenings.
The benefits?
Sharon-Ann enjoys increased flexibility, better balance and ease of movement, while Ken, a seasoned marathon runner in his mid 60's,credits yoga as an excellent opportunity to accomplish the stretching he needs.
Advice for others?
"Our advice to younger folks would be to start Yoga NOW!"
And for those in their senior years, "yoga is a tremendous asset to keeping ones mobility. The balancing benefits of yoga are so important as we age."
Congratulations Sharon-Ann and Ken!
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Teacher of the Month
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Vic Mehta
 Vic Mehta, lives the ancient teachings of yoga that arose from his ethnic roots in India. This quiet and always
Vic doing the very challenging Mayurasana (Peacock Pose) on guess who's back?
friendly yoga teacher spends his days studying yoga in every way available to him, from classes to personal practice to absorbing the teachings of different traditions as far apart as Iyengar Yoga and the Self-Realization Fellowship of Paramahansa Yogananda.
Called affectionately "rubber man" by his senior teacher, he is on the tough path to official international Iyengar Certification.
He also studies the ancient language of yoga, Sanskrit, and plays the tabla (Indian drums) in a Kirtan group, chanting mantras to the accompaniment of Indian musical instruments.
You can enjoy the gentle but firm style of Vic's teaching in his Level I class at Wellington Square on Thursday evenings.
Congratulations Vic!
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Using Straps to Improve Forward Bends
 One of the biggest challenges to beginning - and more experienced yoga students - is understanding what is happening with the back in forward bends. After all we have no eyes on our back to see what is happening! Here, Kelly is doing a wide legged forward bend called Prasarita Padottanasana with two straps linked together and going across his back and under his feet. This enables him to press into the strap across his back and bring increased awareness to the instruction to 'concave' the back.
Additional benefit comes with the instruction to lift the inner arches and press the outer edges of the feet down.
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Upcoming Mini-Workshops
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Two workshops with Rob Walker, Director, Yoga Studio South
Considering Intermediate Yoga Classes?
Want to make a transition to Intermediate Yoga Classes, but aren't sure you're ready?
Join a fun, informative workshop to help you decide. Explore Intermediate asana in a safe and supportive setting so that you can move on with confidence.
Location: Wellington Square
Saturday, April 10, 2010
1 pm - 4 pm
Practice Shoulder Stand and Head Stand Safely
Whether you have never done headstands and shoulder stands or are just beginning to learn them, this workshop will help you get comfortable with the "king" and "queen" of asanas. Learn how to experience these poses safely so that you can enjoy the many benefits for your body, mind, and spirit.
Calgary JCC
Saturday, May 15, 2010
1 pm - 4 pm
Each Workshop Cost $55.00 + GST
Register Online by Clicking here
Or call 403 228 5808
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IYENGAR YOGA ASSOCIATION ANNUAL MEETING
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In Calgary for the first time!
Calgary is hosting the Iyengar Yoga Association of Canada Annual Meeting May 20 to 23. This conference focuses on observation and the skills of seeing and adjusting. It is a great opportunity to take some workshops with senior Iyengar Teachers from other parts of Canada at a very reasonable price. Check out registration and other details by clicking here. Or pick up a brochure at Wellington Square
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OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU - EMPOWERING YOUR BEST
At
Yoga Studio South we are working hard to Empower Your Best in Yoga. Our
warm, friendly studios are staffed by encouraging, supportive teachers
who will safely guide you through small classes designed for every
level and expectation -- gently empowering you to become the best
possible version of yourself. This is the true gift of yoga -- and when
you experience it, you'll feel better and shine more brightly than you
ever have.
Sincerely,
Rob Walker
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