february 2015

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Namaste!

I'm not sure who coined the phrase "you teach what you need to learn," but I know that even while words are spilling out of my mouth, I am often aware the message coming forth applies to me at least as much as it applies to anyone else in the room. So it shouldn't be a big surprise to me that I've been talking a lot lately about how necessary it is to cultivate an awareness -- a relationship -- with the part inside of us that Knows. It's a gentle nudge for me to take a closer look: am I practicing what I preach? I think so, but I can tell you I'm paying extra attention. Maybe you should be, too.

So what we're talking about here is not the thinking mind, the ego, the voices of others that have taken up residence in our heads and hearts who all think they know, but the Truth that resides in the very center of who we are. Until we nurture the discernment to sort out which voice is which with all the noise inside, it can be a guessing game. But once we get quiet (Enter: Meditation) day after day, we become clear on the voice of the soul, and how very different that voice is from all the others.

Here's the thing about the soul. It's not interested in convenience, popularity or ease of travel. The advice, guidance and directives that come from the soul are generally short, sweet and to the point, and ask us, in no uncertain terms, to make decisions that will lead us into better alignment with who are meant to be. How far that is from who we currently are and the life we are choosing to live is often directly proportional to the amount of discomfort required to act on what we've heard. From what we eat on any given day to where we go (seemingly on a whim) and end up meeting up with someone we really needed to see. From the job we take, keep or leave to the people with whom we choose to spend our time. How many of your decisions are coming from the mind, ego, habit, external pressure -- and how many are coming from an inner longing for your highest and best: the directive of the soul?

In this sweet week of chaos (Happy Birthday Blue!!), I'm doing my best to address but not be ruled by the endless coulds, shoulds, and would like tos. I'm dedicating myself 100% to the musts -- not the ones that come down from the tyranny of the to-do list, but from the part of me that has only my well-being in mind. Because what I know to be true is that when we are at our best, it's also the best thing for everyone around us.

I hope to see you this weekend for Blueversary 8. Thank you for being a part of this amazing community. Come home to the blue to celebrate, supporting CASA and the many homes they provide for those in need.

Blessings and gratitude,

Jill

come home to the blue for BV8 - Feb 6-8

practice. celebrate. give back.

It IS the most wonderful time of the year at the blue! This anniversary weekend, we celebrate our blue community with 17 classes by-donation to benefit our friends at CASA.

CASA, like the blue, is about HOME. For the past eight years, we've been Raleigh's yoga home. For over 22 years, CASA has been providing affordable housing for many who otherwise would never have a place to call home.

Come home to the blue and join the celebration!

Full weekend of fabulous yoga with your favorite teachers, Feb 6-8.
Fantastic raffle PRIZES at each class, donated by local businesses.
Friday night Veggie Potluck unlike any other -- did we mention amazing PRIZES?

Register to save your mat space!

anniversary SALE! three days only.

get 'em while you can! discounted passes, memberships & gear.

What makes a blueversary weekend even better? Discounts on clothing and yoga classes!

Only Feb 6-8!

Take 25% off all clothing (BV8 tees and already marked-down items not included)
Get a 10-class pass for just $110 (limit one per person)
Buy a 50-class pass for $525
Start your Annual Membership for $925

Get your BV8 discounted class passes and membership in studio or online, Feb 6-8 only.

teacher training & immersion info session

march 1 at 6:00 pm

We again embark with open hearts on 9 Months of Transformation: the blue lotus yoga immersion and teacher training program this coming September.

Sound like something you've been pondering? May you want to be a yoga teacher. Or perhaps you want to dive deeper into your own practice. This program will serve you. Find out more!

Yoga Immersion & Teacher Training Info Session

6:00 pm, Sunday March 1
Register for the info session today!

YogaFest NC 2015 - Come Play, April 11!

Raleigh's own yoga conference!

Experience the joy, energy, inspiration, healing, and volumes of mellowness of yoga at YogaFest NC 2015 Saturday, April 11, at the McKimmon Center in Raleigh. Class offerings include seminar offerings eligible for continuing education credits.

blue lotus is a proud sponsor and Jill will be offering one of several three-hour intensives, called On Beyond Asana.

see you at the blue!

in this issue

classes

New Class!
Vinyasa Level 1 with Jen
Thursdays, 8-9 am
starting Feb 19

Community Yoga -- FREE!
Feb 5, 1-2 (restorative)

Feb 10, 1-2
Feb 17, 1-2
Feb 25, 1:30-2:30
Feb 27, 1:30-2:30

Pay-what-you-can Yoga

6:00-7:00 pm
February 21

Modified schedule

Please note our modified schedule on this month's yoga immersion weekend, February 13-15.

weekend extras

Candlelight Flow with Yvonne
February 20

Yoga Nidra with Kathleen
February 27

workshops & events

Restorative Yoga with Kathleen

February 21

Kundalini Yoga: Journey Through the Chakras

with Amanda

February 28

Embracing Shadow, Uncovering Light with Carrington

March 7 and 8

Serve Your Soul: Seven Sacred Days in Bali, Indonesia

June 14-21

Yoga Foundations 7-week Series with Jen

starting March 8

yoga immersion
for all students

Mentorship Program

Second Quarter, 2015

Third Quarter, 2015

Fourth Quarter, 2015

A one-on-one experience designed to enhance yoga teaching skills, from holding space and hands-on assists to class planning and sequencing. Cultivate a richer home practice and deepen your studentship.

YTT300/RYT200 CEU - 15 hours

Refine Your Asana: Posture Clinic with Carrington

February 22

YTT300/RYT200 - 2 hours

Thai Yoga Bodywork Certification Training with Michael Sitzer

Three weekends: March 7-8, 14-15, and 21-22

Learn how to effortlessly apply pressure to sore muscles, energy lines, and trigger points, as well as how to bring your partner through a series of assisted yoga stretches to fully open and relax with complete and safe full body Thai massage.

YTT300 - up to 24 hours

RYT200 CEU - up to 36 hours

NCBTMB CEU - up to 36 hours

Common Injuries and Prevention in Yoga Class with Terry Brown

April 18

Learn some of the common yoga-related injuries, possible causes, and how avoid them.

YTT300/YTT200 - 3 hours

Yoga and the Nervous System with Mary

May 16

Designed for yoga teachers, anatomy enthusiasts, and wisdom seekers interested in an exploration of how the central nervous system works, the impacts of chronic stress and trauma, and how yoga practice can healing and optimize the nervous system's function.

YTT300/YTT200 - 3 hours

Seva: Yoga in Action with Carrington

May 29

An Off the Mat, Into the World workshop that provides an opportunity to build community around yoga and service, develop relationships with other yogis and activists in your area, and collaborate on creating real change.

YTT300/YTT200 - 20 hours

Required for 500-hour certification

Yin Yoga & Meditation

with Heather Tiddens

July 16-19

Learn the foundations and technique of Yin Yoga, which fosters a meditative practice and gives balance to our active, yang lifestyles.

YTT300/RYT200 CEU - 26 hours

Therapeutic Yoga Teacher Training with

Cheri Clampett & Arturo Peal

September 22-27

Learn the skills to work intelligently with students who are living with chronic illness or injury, as well as pregnant and aging populations. Deepen your teaching confidence, expand your range of private clients, increase your class types, and learn how to incorporate this gentler practice into more active classes.

YTT300/RYT200 CEU - 40 hours

Required for 500-hour certification

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