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| Upcoming Events September-October 2008
Fern Life Center
710 5th Ave. NW
Issaquah, WA 98027 |
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Cooking with Julie James
Indian Spice Workshop
Saturday, September 27th
9am-12:30pm
Cost: $85
Ever wondered what makes Fern Life Center smell so good? Come join our amazing Chef, Julie James, in the kitchen for an aromatic experience as we explore the 6 tastes. We will roast and grind spices for dosha balancing and discover new and unique spice combinations. Each participant will leave with three unique spice mixtures. This class is sure to "spice" up your Ayurvedic cooking experience. These aromatic spices recipees will also make great Christmas gifts!
Kitcheri Cooking Class
9am-12:30pm
Is your kitchen less than inspired? Is it a tasteless mush of mung bean and rice? If you have answered "yes", this is the cooking class for you! Please join Julie James, and learn why kitcheri is Ayurveda's answer to the perfect one bowl meal. We will cook up a couple pots of delicious kitcheri, cover vegi, protein and rice options and in general hope to get to all kitcheri queries. Imagine kitcheri as part of a healthy meal plan; always tasty and never boring.
Pre-registration is required- please contact Fern Life Center
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Meditation Workshop
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Ajayan Borys
Ajayan has been exploring and teaching a variety of meditation practices since 1970. In the early 70's, he studied in residence under Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, founder of the TM Program. After teaching TM for many years, he traveled the globe continuing an impassioned exploration of various meditation practices. Having made a study of meditation his life, and having instructed and guided thousands in meditation in North America, Australia, Europe and India, Ajayan has gained wide renown as a consummate meditation teacher.
Saturday, October 4th at Fern Life Center
9am- 1pm: Mantra Meditation Class
Cost: $65
This half-day course in the art of mantra meditation will give you all you need to know to gain a state of profound rest and relaxation that is healing and vitalizing to both body and mind. Countless scientific studies have verified that the effortless practice of mantra meditation reduces stress and brings increased energy, clarity, creativity and joy--and it's so easy that anyone can do it. Join us and experience it for yourself!
2pm-6pm: The Power of Being: Meditation Beyond Meditation
Cost: $65
The power of Being offers a direct experience of exceptionally deep meditation. Based on principles of the Raja, Jnana, and Kundalini Yoga traditions. The Power of Being efficiently and effortlessly draws the conscious mind to its source, pure consciousness or Being.
To gain all that meditation has to offer, we recommend taking both Mantra Meditation and The Power of Being, either on the same day or separately. If taken with Mantra Meditation, both classes are $110
Pre-registration is required- please contact Fern Life Center |
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Fall Yoga with Diana Bonyhadi
September 8 - October 16th, 2008
Diana Bonyhadi, Certified Yoga Instructor, began her yogic journey in 1995. Her style reflects her commitment to wholeness through strength, flexibility and self-awareness. Her classes draw upon the wisdom and teachings of the Hatha, Lyengar, Ayurvedic and Vinyasa Flow yoga traditions.
Vinyasa Flow Yoga-
This class carefully combines yoga asanas (postures) in a graduated sequence of rhythmic movements of body and breath to create a dynamic, challenging and meditative flow. The asanas, combined with body alignment, physical conditioning and breathing exercises (pranayama) will help you discover many paths to strength, flexibility, healing and mindfulness.
(Appropriate for beginners to the very experienced participant)
Yoga I - Introduction-
This is the perfect class for anyone interested in learning about yoga or returning to yoga. This gentle and nurturing class is designed to provide an introduction to the fundamentals of yoga. In this six week session the students will gain an understanding of the basic yoga positions, learn correct positioning and alignment, receive detailed instruction on combining breath and movement, and experience the peace and clarity of meditation.
(Upon completion, students can join in the Yoga II-III class.)
Yoga II-III -
For the strong beginner through intermediate student, this class will explore all aspects of yoga, including pranayama, asanas and meditation. Each student will be encouraged and supported to engage at their own level of skill and experience. Focus will be on alignment, technique, engagement and the deepening of the mind-body connection.
Private Therapeutic Instruction-
For those wishing to deepen their understanding of yoga on a one-to-one basis or if there is a specific health concern, this is the class for you. Start from the very beginning, deepen your existing knowledge, reach towards your edge, and/or explore more advanced techniques. Diana can work with you to develop a yoga practice which will help to heal and strengthen your body and mind as you transition from a place of dis-ease to a place of wholeness and well-being. Scheduling at your convenience.
Monday-
6:00-7:00pm *Private Therapeutic Instruction
(call Diana for appointments)
Tuesday-
9:30-11am Vinyasa Flow (all levels)
6:30-8pm Yoga II-III
Wednesday-
9:00-11:30am *Private Therapeutic Instruction
(call Diana for appointments)
Thursday-
6:45-8:15am Rise & Shine (all levels)
9:30-11am Vinyasa Flow (all levels)
*To schedule Private Instruction- call Diana at 425-765-3173
Cost: $ 90 6 class pass
$ 180 12 class pass
$ 17 drop-in rate
Pre-registration is required- please contact Fern Life Center
Sufi with Rev. Halima Levkovitz
First and Third Thursdays at Fern Life Center
7:30-9pm
Cost: $15/class
Rev. Halima Thea Levkovitz is a Cheraga (Minister) in the Universal Worship of the Sufi Order International. A student of world faith mystical traditions for more than thirty years, she has studied with Sufi, Jewish, Christian, Buddhist, Yoga and other spiritual teachers. She guides retreats for environmental activists and was facilitator of the Partnership for Religion and the Environment.
Drawing on spiritual practices, chants, meditation, prayers and scriptures from the world's religions, we will journey together discovering the One Heart that inspired the Prophets, known and unknown, of all humankind. We will be joined by guest Rabbis, Sheiks, Shamans, and other luminary spiritual leaders in the Pacific Northwest.
To register: please contact Halima at 425-443-4013
Tribal Style Belly Dance Classes
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September 10th - October 15th
Wednesdays 6pm-7pm (6 weeks) Suitable for beginners
About the class: Learn to dance by drilling the basics in fun combinations. Using both slow movements and fast steps we'll get you dancing in your first class! All basic movements and group formations in a six-week cycle including posture and body awareness, zils and music. Intro to partner and group dancing. You are welcome to drop-in on this class after the course has started as we have plenty of review built into each class. (If space is available.) However, you must arrive 10-15 minutes prior to class start.
*Corresponds with FCBD Tribal Basics Vol.1 Fundamentals of Dance DVD (Available for purchase from instructor)
Rates: $75 for 6 weeks (6 student minimum) No refunds.
Drop in $15 when available.
Pre-registration required by September 3rd:
425.391.3376 / 877.391.3376 or email:info@fernlifecenter.com
Dress for Skin Deep dance classes: Full skirt or loose pants, hip scarf, short top or leotard (just wear something comfortable). Bare feet or dance shoes only in dance studio. You will need a pair of zils (finger cymbals). You can purchase from the instructor bring your own.
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