October at the Studio
A time for thanks
October, 2009 - Vol 1, Issue 1
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Studio Ideas
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We are interested in hearing your opinions and ideas for the Studio. If you have any great ideas for workshops, new classes or yoga products that you are interested in seeing at the Studio please hang out before or after class and pass on your insights.
Also, If you are involved in any community events that you think might be of interest to the rest of the students here at the Studio please let us know and we can add your event info in our next newsletter.
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| Dear Yogis and Yoginis |
Welcome to the first Shakti Yoga Studio monthly newsletter. It is appropriate that this issue falls into the Thanksgiving month as we have so much to be thankful for here at the Studio. As you may have noticed, our first month has been super busy. We have already added new classes to the schedule and have lots of great ideas for upcoming classes and workshops. Thank you all for helping create the beginnings of a beautiful yoga community here in the city.
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Family Yoga for kids (3-5) and Mom or Dad
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Kids are natural yogis. Yoga helps children build physical strength, confidence, creativity and concentration. Due to many requests, we are now offering a special 6 week family yoga class on Saturday mornings ( 9-10 am) from Nov 7-Dec 12. The registration Deadline is October 30th.
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Seniors Yoga
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Our Yoga for Seniors class is so popular that we have added a new class on Monday mornings from 10:45-12:00 in addition to the Thursday morning class. The seniors class is an excellent option for older adults seeking a gentle approach to yoga. This class makes use of props such as chairs, bolsters and the wall to ensure the comfort of every student. Each class will include breathing practices to enhance lung capacity and mindfulness, hand mudras for arthritic hands, supported yoga postures for physical strength and flexibility, and a deep, guided relaxation.
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Halfmoon Yoga Products
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 In addition to our Studio Mats and Eco Mats we have added new Halfmoon products to our retail section. There is a selection of beautiful two tone mat bags in 100% Shantung Silk. Made in Canada. And for those of you looking for a way to stay healthy as the flu season approaches try our high quality ceramic neti pots to cleanse the sinuses and prevent colds and allergies. Instructions are included or you can ask at the studio if you are unsure of how to use them. The Neti pot is an ancient Indian sinus cleansing tool that is now being recommend by many doctors here in Canada.
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Brew Your Own Yogi Tea
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Now that the weather is getting chilly a cup of Yogi tea is a good
way to warm your mind, body and spirit with
lots of yummy flavor and health benefits.
Traditional Indian chai uses lots of both milk and sugar and contains only a small
amount of spice, usually just cardamom.
Yogi tea has more spice and can be served with or without the black tea, the
milk, or the sugar.
The main spices used in Yogi tea are: cardamom, ginger, long pepper, and
cinnamon. Cardamom and ginger are thought to help to reduce mucus, relieve gas,
calm the stomach, stimulate digestion, and eliminate toxins. Long pepper does
all this, as well as reduces pain and rejuvenates tissue. Cinnamon is similar
to cardamom and ginger in properties and is also good for the circulation and
the heart.
Here is a basic yogi tea recipe. Bring two quarts of water to a boil
and then add the following spices: one-half tablespoon long pepper (whole black
peppercorns can be substituted), one heaping tablespoon cardamom seeds, six
sticks of cinnamon, and four slices of fresh ginger root, peeled.
Reduce the heat and let the spice mixture simmer for 30 minutes. Add one and
one-half teaspoons black tea and then let steep for no longer than 10 minutes.
(It becomes too bitter after that.) Strain and add milk, honey, or maple syrup
to taste.
Try taking a walk in the crisp Autumn air followed by a curl-up at home
with a cup of this aromatic tea and watch the leaves fall from your window. Indian
yogis recommend a cup or two of this per day for good health.
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We look forward to moving into the Autumn season with all of you radiant yogis. We will om, breathe and relax our way into this busy season together with strong bodies, minds and spirits, ready to face all the hustle and bustle around us with clarity and calm.
Sincerely,
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