GREETINGS AND HAPPY MONDAY!!!

It is a beautiful day. I have never seen this one before!!!—Maya Angelou

This week we will focus on ushering in the Summer Solstice. We will practice in the mandala formation with our mats, and honor the sun with many Sun Salutations. Physically we will place emphasis on opening the shoulders and chest.

The Sankskrit focus is SUKHA. This means creating a good space, equanimity, and overall health and well-being. You are probably more familiar with it referred to as YIN.

Our mudra for the week is the bee hand gesture: BHRAMARA-Which is a prevention to allergy causes and symptoms.

Deb’s second Chakra workshop is 6/22 from 2-4 p.m., and we will be practicing all modalities for balancing the sacral and solar plexus chakras.

Our new summer schedule begins next Monday, 6/24, and it is posted on the website schedule.

Have a wonderful week, and we look forward to seeing you on the mat very soon!!!—Namaste’, Deb

YFL wishes all the dads a very HAPPY FATHER’S DAY!!! Yoga classes make a great gift for dear old dad!!!

Next week we will usher in the Summer Solstice with our unique Mandala practice. We will explore a new mudra, and much, much more!!!  Have a wonderful weekend, and as always we look forward to seeing you on the mat soon and often!!!—Namaste’, Deb

USE GENTLE YOGA TO IMPROVE STRENGTH & FLEXIBILITY

Many believe Gentle Yoga is just that–‘gentle’. It is; to a point.

In the Gentle/Therapeutic Classes at Yoga For Life, you find yourself in a light-hearted atmosphere: friendly neighbors on the mat and a yoga practice that challenges you, yet is designed to gradually build your strength, flexibility, and stability.

Each of us has strengths and weaknesses (even the most talented); Gentle/Therapeutic Yoga offers many of the poses you’ve experienced in ‘regular’ classes (plus some you won’t experience in those classes). Additionally, modifications will be included that offer a roadmap to your goals for your practice.

I have been guiding Gentle/Therapeutic Yoga Classes for 8+ years. My goal for you is that you remember your power–the things you used to accomplish with ease plus new moves for your body–while sharing the experience with like-minded individuals.

Join me each Tuesday at 12 noon, and/or Thursday at 12:30 p.m., for a 75-minute class. You will learn, you will work, you will have fun.

Leslie Salmon, E-RYT500 (Certified, Anusara School of Hatha Yoga)

Be soft in your practice. Think of the method as a fine silvery stream, not a raging waterfall. Follow the stream. Have faith in its course…It will take you there.—Chinese Ch’an teacher

This is a great focus for practicing your yoga.—Namaste’, Deb

YOGA is a movement, a mission. It is a  LOVING METHODOLOGY. It is a never ending lesson in noticing your body. A full-figured, full-hearted, full-throttled frolic. A choose your own yoga adventure. THE GREATEST WORK OF MY LIFE.—Source: Curvy Yoga TM

Have a great weekend!!! On Monday I will be discussing the importance of balance, and sharing our weekly theme, and Sanskrit focus.—Namaste’, Deb

Summer has arrived, which is a great time to renew your yoga practice, and get toned for beach activities, etc. You might also consider introducing your kids to the mat!!! Come see us!!!—Namaste’, Deb

Are you in need of a deep, penetrating practice? Come try Yin yoga with Deb this Saturday from 8:15-9:15 a.m. We will focus on a limited number of asanas with stay for about 3 minutes per pose per side. This style of yoga stretches the connective tissues, including tendons, ligaments, and fascia. It creates a deeper penetration of range of motion, and flexibility point through the asanas. It is practiced in a warm environment. We will warm-up with Sun Salutes prior to the yin practice. See you Saturday.—Namaste’, Deb

Greetings!!!

Welcome to our new YFL blog page!!! We will be sharing weekly events, class themes, and timely discussions about yoga, meditation, ayurveda, etc.

This week’s yoga practice theme is moving with the rhythm of music, breath, and asana. We are practicing to Prana Flow which coordinates the music beat with the pace and flow of our practice, and to increase our heart rate and aerobic capacity we are also using hand weights through certain segments. One of my students named this style of practice “ZOGA”. It is fun, energizing, and different!!! Come check it out.—Namaste’, Deb

Good Morning!!! Welcome to our live blog!!! Please check us out for weekly postings about  our class themes, and events!!!—Namaste’, Deb