Yoga Teacher Training at Yoga @ Cindy's begins January 25th, 2014!

Are you ready to take your yoga practice to the next level? I'm elated to be a part of this incredible teacher training. We have brought together 10 + local yoga experts to comprise the faculty of this teacher training to help you deepen your yoga practice and learn to teach others!

The next information session is Dec. 7th at Yoga @ Cindy's 12-1pm. 

The Yoga Alliance® Certified Yoga@Cindy's, Inc. Teacher Training Program is for those interested in deepening their understand of yoga, for those who wish to strengthen their knowledge and personal practice, and for those who are aspiring to teach yoga teach yoga with confidence and skill.

Yoga@Cindy's, Inc. Registered Yoga School (RYS®) is an established school in its 8th successful year. Many graduating students currently teach at Yoga@Cindy's, Inc. or locally, and some have gone on to open their own studio. The faculty are local experts in their field which ensures a solid and comprehensive foundation of knowledge. The just over 2 month schedule - including an 8 day intensive - allows you to really immerse yourself in the Yoga teachings, and dive deep into the art and craft of teaching Yoga.  At Yoga@Cindy's, Inc. you will find friends and all the support you need to delve into this life changing non-dogmatic course of study.

For more information or to register, please visit:

http://yogaatcindys.com/events/teacher_training

Yoga 101: Foundations of Yoga beginning October 3rd!

I'm pleased to announce that's I'll be leading the Yoga 101: Foundations of Yoga Workshop at Yoga @ Cindy's for the second time this October! The dates we will meet are October 3rd, October 10th, October 17th and October 24th. This 4 week series is great for those who are beginning a yoga practice or those who would like to brush up on the basics in a smaller group setting.

The workshop meets once a week for 4 weeks. In each session we will explore the basic postures and breathing techniques that make up the practice of yoga.

Here’s a look at the curriculum for this workshop:
Week 1– Breath, Basic History & Philosophy of Yoga, Standing Poses
Week 2– Standing Poses, Twists, Forward Bends
Week 3– Backbend, Inversions
Week 4– Elements of Vinyasa Flow
This workshop is perfect for people new to the practice of yoga as well as for more seasoned students who want to review the basics. Students will leave this workshop with a basic understanding of proper alignment and technique, and will be prepared, confident and possess the knowledge to walk into any of our beginner or mixed level class.
If you have been putting off trying Yoga due to the fear of embarrassment or intimidation, or unsure if you are doing it "right"…this is the class for you! Anyone can do yoga. You just need to try it. Sign up now!

This workshop is limited to 10 participants. Sign up as soon as possible to reserve your spot:

https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/ASP/adm/home.asp?studioid=1387

Costa Rica Yoga Retreat

This March I was able to fulfill one of my long-term goals -- leading a yoga retreat. My good friend Cindy Ja, owner of Yoga@Cindy's, and I took 21 yogis into the rainforest of Jaco Beach, Costa Rica and immersed ourselves into six days of yoga, healthy food and Costa Rican adventure! We stayed at Hotel Docelunas, a beautiful resort with its own yoga studio perched on a hill overlooking the hotel grounds.

Yoga at Docelunas in Jaco Beach, Costa Rica

Taking yoga on the road was a great experience. It was exhilarating to wake up each morning to teach to the sounds of nature, natural humidity and breathtaking surroundings. After class each morning, we enjoyed a typical Costa Rican breakfast of rice, beans, plantains, tortillas and eggs (called a casado) and fresh fruit - my favorite!

Breakfast at Docelunas

The hotel had lots of wildlife. We spotted toucans eating water apples (a fruit that looks like a red pear) in the trees, iguanas, lizards, poison dart frogs, and even a pizote (a cute little critter that looks like a cross between a raccoon and an anteater.)

There is something very special about being a part of a retreat experience where people come together for a common purpose of practicing yoga. The group of yogis that came with my friend and co-leader, Cindy, and I were such a pleasure to teach. We enjoyed everything from 2 hour yoga classes twice a day, to waterfall hikes, zip-lining and hanging out with monkeys and wildlife at Manuel Antonio National Park.

White-faced monkey at Manuel Antonio National Park

Zip-lining with the Yogis at Los Suenos

Going on a yoga retreat is an amazing way to further your practice and meet great people without the stress of day to day living. Because of our shared experience, friendships and bonds were made that will definitely last a long time. Yoga and travel go well together because yoga encourages us to step outside of our comfort zones and explore. It's an experience I will never forget! I can’t wait for the next retreat!