Yoga Vermont

Thanksgiving 2009 Full Schedule

Full Holiday Schedule: All regular classes will be suspended Thanksgiving Thursday (11/26), Friday (11/27) & Saturday (11/28). Holiday schedule below.  All classes are drop in except for Emily's - please pre-register for that if you plan on attending.  It fills up every year. 

Thanksgiving 11/26 Chace Mill

9:30-11 Emily -(pre-register please!)

10-11:30 Scott - Ashtanga 

Thanksgiving 11/26 Downtown

12:30-1:30 Sara - Vinyasa 

Friday 11/27 Chace Mill:

12-1:30 Deb - Vajra Yoga

5:40-7:10 - Kathy - Ashtanga

Friday 11/27 Downtown:

12:30-1:30 - Kathy -Vinyasa

4-5:30 Tiffany -Integral Yoga

6-7:30 - Petra- Vinyasa

Saturday 11/28 Chace Mill:

10-11:30 Scott -Ashtanga

12-1:30 Tiffany - Pre-Natal

Saturday 11/28 Downtown:

12:30-1:30 George- Vinyasa

4-5:30 Ashley - Ashtanga

Thanksgiving notes...

Thanksgiving holiday is just a few weeks away, as in past years, we will be on an abridged schedule Thursday, November 26 through Saturday, November 28.

We have scheduled a special Thanksgiving morning class with Emily Garrett from 9:30-11:00am at the Chace Mill in Studio C. This is a very popular class (and a great way to start the day with family!) We highly recommend you pre-register online if you plan on attending. You can do so on the website, by stopping by the lotus shop, by phoning or emailing with your 16 digit class swipe card number - under the magnetic strip on your swipe card.  This class fills up every year, so please pre-register online and we'll avoid check in bottle-neck...but.....

Emily's is not the only Thanksgiving Day Class this year (but the only one you need to pre-register for...)- the full schedule will be posted shortly...

YVT Instructor Course Saturday Session - 11/14

Yoga Vermont Instructor Course Saturday Session meets this Saturday from 10-4 at the Chace Mill in Studio C.  Topic - Pratyahara.  See you there!

Restore this Sunday, November 15

Restorative Yoga Class with Emily Garrett is this Sunday evening from 6-8pm in the Chace Mill's Studio C. Single sessions are $20 or two swipes.

Bolsters are available on a first reserved basis - the studio has 18. We ask that everyone bring their own bolster and blankets, so there will be enough to go around. Bolsters, Blankets, Straps, Eyepillows, Blocks, Knee and Ankle Support Custions are available at The Lotus Shop for purchase.

Restorative dates set for fall -  November 15, December 6 and 20th. Register online!

Facebook taking over the universe...

The Lotus Shop has its own Facebook Fan Page - join in to see what's just come in the door and other inside info... 

Intro to Ashtanga Six Week Series - Starts Tuesday!

Get all the fundamentals of the Ashtanga Yoga Practice with Scott York in the Six Week Series beginning tomorrow night (Tuesday, November 10).  Sessions will be held at the Chace Mill, upstairs in Studio C - 7:30-8:30.  Please pre-register to facilitate check in... 

Emily Garrett's Teacher Intensive Workshops

Reminder for Emily's Teacher Intensive this Sunday: Tailoring Yoga to the Individual... please pre-register if you plan on attending.  The Workshop will be held upstairs in Studio C at the Chace Mill from 11-4pm.

The Saka Pinda Yoga Backpacks are HERE!!!!!

The long awaited super upgraded new Saka Pinda Backpacks have arrived! We'll have them at the Lotus Shop tomorrow - and they are available for order online.  We will start shipping pre-orders tomorrow... 

Skiers and Riders Session Starts Wednesday!

Happy November! Time to purchase your November Class Pass to make the most out of this the first of our dark dark months.... and don't forget, Kathy's Six Week Series for Skiers & Riders kicks off this Wednesday 7:30-8:30pm in the Chace Mill, Studio C.  It's a an annual tradition now (I think this is our 9th year...) please pre-register, it will make check in so much easier so we can all get to the pre-season fiesta - come get ready for the snow!

Daylight Saving Time - tonight...

Fall back, spring forward.  Tonight's the night... don't forget to set your clocks back!

Seventh Generation - Crawl to Action Event

You'll find coupons and info at the studios and The Lotus Shop from Seventh Generation regarding their informational rally supporting toxic chemical policy reform on Tuesday, November 3rd from 5:30-7:30 pm at the ECHO Center.  Bring the kids (of course) it's a family event with music by Robert & Gigi and more... 

Leunig's Building - going solar

The Leunig's Building, which houses the Downtown Yoga Vermont Studio, is going solar - thanks to the foresight of our landlord, Robert Fuller.  Very cool. Read it in Seven Days....

On the studio calendar...

Coming up next week! (All workshops at the Chace Mill Studio)

Monday 11/2 - 4:15-5;15pm  Intro to Yoga Six Week Session with Emily Garrett

Wednesday 11/4 - 7:30-8:30pm Yoga for Skiers and Riders Six Week Session with Kathy

Sunday 11/8 - 11am-4pm  Teacher Intensive Session with Emily Garrett: Working One on One

Tuesday 11/10 - 7:30-8:30pm  Intro to Ashtanga Yoga Six Week Session with Scott 

New in store - Camilla Engman Calendars!

Limited edition 2010 Calendars just arrived from Camilla in Sweden!  We only have 15 of them - and you will find the illustrations suitable for framing after the year's end... We sold out quickly last year, so be sure to get yours if you have your heart set on it... they make great gifts too! See you at The Lotus Shop...

 

YVT Instructor Course photos

This weekend the studio was filled with inspiration...thank you to everyone participating in the 200 Hour Instructor Program - it's going to be a great year!  Here are a few photos from Abby's presentation on the Koshas...

What are the Koshas?  Click through for Shiva Rae's article in Yoga Journal...

More to come on the Yoga Vermont Facebook Page

VTIFF - begins October 23

Wow - what a lineup at the Vermont International Film Festival, beginning Friday, October 23 and ending November 1.  Check it out for yourself...

 

The Lotus Shop introduces Rebecca Minkoff Bags!

 We just got our first shipment of gorgeous Rebecca Minkoff Handbags at The Lotus Shop.  All are limited edition colors - we'll post our own photos tomorrow... but come by the shop if you are a bag fan... Sara will share the love.  The Nikki Hobo in Flatiron Grey and Wine,  the famed Morning After Bag in ebony (oooh - with ebony hardware), and the new Darling in Flatiron Grey.  Yes, here in Burlington, Vermont.  See you at 197 College Street.

 

Countdown to YVT TT Weekend!

It's almost here!  The Yoga Vermont 200 Hour Instructor Course Start Point (last one before March 2010) and Weekend Workshop!  Sessions will be held in the Chace Mill, Studio C (upstairs).  This means all classes usually held up there will be moved to the downstairs studio (Studio A) during the course. Here's the weekend workshop schedule:

October 23-25, 2009
Friday 6pm-8:30pm 
Saturday 10am - 4pm 
Sunday 10am- 2:30pm

(ps, that means Sunday's Vajra Yoga class with Emily at 4pm will be back up in Studio C, as usual...)

Community Classes Downtown

This fall Annette Browne is offering a weekly drop in community hatha yoga class at the discounted rate of just $5 - the class is held from 4-5:30pm at the Downtown Studio over Leunigs.  Annette also teaches Monday Mornings at the downtown studio from 8:45-10am.

Also, Danny Morris offers a monthly community class called "Jam Band Meditative Flow" on Saturday evenings (there is one this Saturday!).  Class will be held 10/24, 11/21 & 12/19 from 6-7:30pm in the Downtown Studio. For Danny's inspiration for the class, check out his bio.  Danny also teaches at the Chace Mill on Sunday Mornings from 10-12 - a Vinyasa and meditation class.

pumpkin patch

Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra

As many of us in Burlington head to services for Laura, we wanted to pass along part of an email from Arlene Griffin.  She reminded us of the beautiful Maha Mrityunjaya Mantra (Rod Stryker's translation) - and we wanted to post it for everyone, it has many applications....  Thank you Arlene (and Rod).  

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I invite you to take a moment to offer the Maha Mrityunjaya (Rod's translation again below) to Laura so that her journey may be swift and glorious.

namaste,
arlene

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MAHA MRITYUNJAYA (Victory over the great death): 
Aum Trayambakam Yajamahe 
Sugandhim Pusti Vardhanam 
Uvarukamiva Bandhanan 
Mrtyor Muksiya Mamrtat

Translation: I meditate on and surrender myself to the Divine being who embodies the power of will, knowledge and action. I pray to the Divine Being who manifests in the form of fragrance in the flower of life and is the eternal nourisher of the plant of life. Like a skillful gardener, may the Lord of Life disentangle me from the binding forces of my physical, psychological, and spiritual foes. May the Lord of Immortality residing within free me from death, decay and sickness and unite me with Immortality.

Meaning: It is a healing and nourishing Mantra - the heart of the Vedas. The healing force awakened by this mantra sends forth its ripples from the body to the mind to the soul. It strengthens power of will, knowledge and action, unblocking the flow of enthusiasm, courage and determination. The vibration of this Mantra awakens the internal healing forces while attracting nature's healing agents, creating an environment where the forces of both converge. This Mantra is an invaluable resource for healers and teachers. It connects us to the healer within and helps us receive the full nourishment from food herbs or any discipline undertaken for our total well being. The mantra removes physical, mental, and celestial ailments. It gives victory over Death, suffering, and disease. The Maha Mrityunjaya mantra removes obstacles and brings happiness to life.

Laura Mann

Our dear friend, teacher, midwife, inspiration and truly beautiful spirit passed away this morning.  Blessing, love and peace Laura.  

Laura Mann, the founder of Dhatri died peacefully early Monday morning.  Laura's strength was an inspiration to us all and we will miss her.  Laura shared the realization that love, compassion, touch, and the support of family, friends and community played a significant role in her own healing and she was compelled to share her experience with others. It was her hope that Dhatri would play a role in helping others connect with a broad array of healing modalities as they seek wellness and balance in their lives.
 
The funeral will be at Ohavi Zedek Synagogue on Wednesday, October 21 at 10 am.
 
www.ohavizedek.org
188 N Prospect St., Burlington, VT
(802) 864-0218
 
If anyone would like to make a donation in memory of Laura, the Mann Family has suggested the Dhatri Foundation, 185 Tilley Drive, S. Burlington, VT   05403.