December Newsletter
December Greetings:
The last full moon of the year is upon us on Friday as we continue to celebrate and soak in this festive time of year. The past few weeks have been filled with activity here at Ananda. Stay tuned as we are planning 2009 events and workshops – you will find all you need to stay blissful, warm and full of joy !
For those of you attending the Shiva Rea workshop at the Armory you might still be bathing in that flow! We had a fantastic turn out, 140 + yogis from all over the country traveling from Ohio, upstate NY, to North Carolina. Our Frederick community embraced and welcomed Shiva and if you’ve not had a chance to check out the News Post article, we have the link on our website. We are looking forward to a 2009 date! First Saturday in December initiated our first of many upcoming Artist Open Houses! We support local artists and musicians and if you are out there and would like to be part of a First Saturday Open House let us know. We begin again in March with first Saturday activities and events.
We kicked off our first yoga teacher training with 10 inspired and eager yoginis. Each month we meet to learn, laugh, study and evolve our path of living Yoga. Soon our trainees will be observing and assisting classes to support their journey in learning. For now you will see us around from Thursday to Sunday each month, if you missed this round, no worries, we begin again. Also for those of you with a 200 hour certification Ananda’s 300 hour teacher training certification program will be unveiled next year as well.
Don’t miss our Solstice weekend festivities and our holiday schedule is posted on line and below.
blessings of bliss,
the ananda shala staff
Solstice Weekend
Next Weekend ~ Dont’ Miss the Fun !
Saturday Dec 20 at 7 pm to ?
Join Daphne Tse and our staff for music, fun and cheer. Our pre-Solstice celebration and party. A holiday concert of soulful sounds, holiday tunes, and spontaneous kirtan fun! Come one, come all event by donation. Daphne will be joined by local musicians (putting a call out to all those interested!). If you not heard her tunes in class, we have her newly released CD in our store. She has an angelic voice, beautiful spirit and is a true goddess. We love her – can’t you tell ?
Sunday Dec 21 4 pm to 6 pm
Winter Solstice celebration and dynamic Yoga sadhana. Ritual Yoga Mala practice of 108 sun salutation to honor the path of the sun on this day, the longest day of the year after which the days become longer and fuller of sun light! Celebrate with millions across the world as this day is offers us the opportunity to reflect, manifest and unite!
Shopping Bliss
Need ideas for the holiday season ? Give or RECEIVE the gift that keeps giving back ….. a gift card from Ananda Shala. Here are some ideas and upcoming sales.
For $35 or less
- 2 week unlimited Yoga/Pilates pass
- Ananda Shala T-Shirt
- Yogi T-Shirts
- Bath and Body products
- Music CD
- Shiva Rea Yoga DVD
- Tulsi tea + incense
- Jewelry
December 20 and 21 – special sale weekend ! discount of 20% – 25% on Zobha, be present, and Donna M clothing.
Private Sale – Friday Dec 19 for current Ananda Shala students.
Look for Special Gift Packages !
3 MONTHS FOR $249
save $96
Donna M Winter Line arriving next week ! new colors – burgundy and chocolate
Don’t miss Donna M on the TODAY SHOW December 18.
She will be showing how to make many outfits out of a few pieces – travel and economically perfect!!!
Snow and Weather Plans
We will do our best to continue regular class schedule in the event of inclement weather. However, check-in by calling the studio. We will post all changes 90 minutes prior to class start time. Pilates clients will arrange to contact their trainer via phone and make a private decision.
Community Food Drive – SEVA
Karma Yoga – the yoga of service all month
Help Ananda Shala give 1008 cans to local food banks. In response to a county-wide food shortage, Ananda is offering FREE yoga to NEW students and a chance to win a FREE month to CURRENT students. We’ve extended the challenge to reach our goal. BRING IN ALL THE CANNED GOODS you can to ANY class. Limit one per new student and current students NO limit so you can increase your chance to win.
Free Massage in December
Enjoy a free massage during the month of December when you make a minimum $60 donation to charity. For full details contact Cate Wenzing, LMT and set up your appointment today! She offers massages in our second floor therapy room by appointment. This is a great way to treat yourself and also give back 100%. There are three charities that Cate is sponsoring: Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund, Association of Research and Enlightenment, and Religious Coalition of Frederick (cold weather shelter and food bank).
holiday class schedule
December 24
9 am Pilates Mat with Aimee
10 am Yoga with Maria
December 25
No Classes
December 31
9 am Pilates with Amy
10 am Yoga with Andrew
Detox and Renew
January 1 – New Year’s Day
2 pm to 4 pm
Join Aimee for a special class to celebrate and ignite the New Year. This special 2 hour class that will jump start your 2009 yoga practice and offer a sense of renewal to light up your goals, missions, and calling for 2009.
NEW !
Starting in January we are elated to announce our new Mind-Body software system that will not only change and update our front desk but also allow you to register online for classes and workshops and also access all changes and subs to our schedule. This new system will allow us to offer you the best the industry has to offer in yoga studio client services.
