June Newsletter
June Greetings;
As we come to the last ten days to Summer Solstice we are all in activation, solar rhythms. You can feel it in the air … longer days … a propulsion toward regeneration and renewal. The planet supports you. In celebration, commemoration of this auspicious, potent time of year Ananda Shala has a spectacular Summer planed for you to activate, regenerate, and rejuvenate.
For three of us on staff: Maria, Kristen and Sera we are returning Solstice Pranafied from Shiva’s program at Kripalu. We spent an amazing couple of days energizing and invigorating our lives and our practices. Check out this video link and join Maria for Summer Pranafication in Venice, CA at Exhale Center for Sacred Movement.
New Summer schedule begins June 15, check out new workshops, classes with new times and all new $5 Kid’s classes for the Summer!
blessings in the flow,
- the tribe at Ananda Shala
June Spotlight
Detox ~ Retox Yoga Flow and Spirits
Friday June 19
5:30 to 7 pm: Yoga Groove with Maria
Join maria for an invigorating class including rhythmic sequencing, world beats, and flowing movements. Following class at 7:30 pm: Retox and Feast at Nolas Cafe after a wonderful, sweaty, detox yoga adventure we gather at Nola’s for special drink and appetizer specials prepared just for US!
Open House – One Year Anniversary Party
Tuesday June 20 – All Day
Ananda Shala celebrates ONE YEAR! We have a very special day of FREE classes, goodie bags, yoga clothing trunk show, specials, and much more. Bring your friends stop by for a class or to shop all our new fun gear in stock.
Absolute Beginner Workshop w/ Aimee
Sunday June 28 1 to 3pm – $15 if register by 6/21
For beginners or those returning to the practice after a time away. This 2 hour class will prepare you to drop in to any open or basic class. Learn Pranayama (breathing), foundation asanas (postures) and a guided meditation.
Upcoming Events
friday june 19
Retox and Detox at 5:30 pm with Maria
june 21 solstice celebration
7:30 am yoga mala on the Creek.
tuesday june 23
Open House and Anniversary Party
weekend june 26 to 28
Teacher Training weekend with Coral Brown, Senior Prana Flow teacher from Rhode Island. Open Classes with Coral
Saturday 9 AM
Sunday 10 AM
sunday june 28 1 to 3pm
Absolute Beginner Workshop
friday & saturday july 3/ 4
friday – first saturday celebration and the great frederick boat float on the creek.
Mantra of the Month
“om i am activating” … let yourself sit, reflect, empower your sacred life and be infused with solar, acitvating energy. Invite what you want to manifest and create in the latter cycle of 2009. The new moon along with the start of Summer is the perfect time to reinvigorate that which may have been lost or forgotten in the “business” of life. Allow yourself to sit and be with the activating, fullness that is here NOW!
Community Notes
Alive @ Five
June 11 and June 25 come to Carrol Creek from 5 pm to 8 pm.
Stop by after the 5 pm class or come before the 6:30 pm.
SUMMER SOLSTICE YOGA MALA
Outside, on the carrol creek enjoy a collective practice, gathering to bow and honor the sun – giver and provider of life.
Sunday June 21 – 7:30 AM to 10 AM
On Sale Now:
Zico natural coconut water. ZICO Natural has five naturally occurring electrolytes, including more potassium than a banana, only 60 calories, no fat, no sugar added and are low in acidity and high in potent antioxidants.
Be present summer wear is here !!! check out be present’s AD in Yoga Journal with Maria and surfboard.
Ananda Recommends:
June 19 to 21
Summer Solstice Project
Amazing gathering of artists, music, and fun including Alex Grey. Enjoy a full three-day celebration.
August 1 to 7
Pranafication Retreat w/ Shiva Rea: Tending the Sacred Fire in Venice, CA.
Join Maria ……
Thursday June 11 – Annapolis, MD Lululemon Store – Ayurveda lecture and Lunar Sadhana practice.
Saturday June 20 – Annapolis, MD
Solstice Fire Flow 2 pm to 5 pm
July 10 to 17 – Lenox, MA
Assisting Shiva at Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health.
July 24 to 26 – Lake Tahoe, CA
August 7 to 9 – Summer Rejuvenation Mountain Retreat. Enjoy three days of Yoga, Hiking, and great food !
Sept 5 to 13 – Rishikesh, India
India Yoga retreat. Spend 9 nights and 10 days in the Yoga capital of the world in the foothills of the Himalayas.
Summer Ayurvedic Tips:
by maria garre, Ayurvedic Practitioner
According to Ayurveda, Summer is considered to be, for obvious reasons Pitta, the fire principle, time of year. This is a time where in nature and in our lives where the energy of transformation and renewal are abundant. We reap the rewards of this time of year with fruit, vegetables, trees, and nature that has blossomed and renewed from the cold of Winter and wet, warm of Spring. As temperatures rise and we become more active it is important to maintain balance by eating cooling foods, enjoying activities that offer cooling, calming alternatives to allow the body not overheat and the mind to also stay calm. If you notice yourself becoming more impatient, hostile in the summertime this is due to the fire principle being elevated and a sure sign that it needs to be “cooled off.”
Maria will be off to study with Dr. Lad for 15 days in June and July as part of the Ayurvedic Instituties Summer Advanced Studies program. She will be studying Marma therapy (energetic points) and participating in a 7-day Advanced Clinical Practicum. We look forward to her return and more workshops on the horizon !
Q & A:
How do I breathe in Yoga?
Though there are many ways to breathe in Yoga and for relaxation, the breath practice that is a hallmark of Vinyasa Yoga is the ujayii breath. This is a nostril breathing technique which involves breathing in and out of the nostrils while maintaining active energy in the navel and pevic floor. In this type of breathing your belly does not rise and fall, as this is an active, heating and relaxed breath that allows Yogic practitioners to cultivate heat and energy to burn away impiruties and toxins from the physical body. This is actually the most effective and efficient way for your body to breathe. Try it ! Remind yourself of the breathe and as you are driving walking, etc. focus on full nostril breathing. It will relax you and rejuvenate you at the same time.
