WORKSHOPS
and Special Events

Friday,
April 4,
4:30 – 6pm

Buddha Lounge ~ Relaxing and Restorative Yoga
Unwind, undo & let go into a relaxed state of consciousness.
Rejuvenate body, mind and spirit.
Must pre-register! Limited class size. $15 Call Elke Brown 470-0450

Friday,
April 11,
6:00-7:30 pm

Intro to Feldenkrais ®: Active Sitting
For ease of comfort in sitting at the computer. Lower stress of driving long distances. Self-care principles for less wear & tear on your body. Improve as you age. $15
Gabrielle Pullen, GCFP 263-3323

The Biodynamic Craniosacral Approach to Essential Health
Free talk with Abhi Ktori-Carter, R.C.S.T., B.C.S.T.
Learn how and why Biodynamic Craniosacral therapy is so effective for healing physical pain, as well as for nervous system trauma & stress, for depression.. and for helping you reconnect with your Being and your heart.
530-362-0526 ~ www.essencetouch.com

Advanced AyurYoga Workshop:
Rasa, The Primordial Essence of Life
** with guest teacher Chitra Giauque from the Ayurvedic Institute, Albuquerque**
For yoga teachers, Ayurvedic practitioners, and experienced yogis.

AyurYoga is a unique blend of Ayurveda and Yoga developed from Dr. Vasant Lad's teachings that works deeply with the 5 elements and 20 qualities of life through asana, bandha, movement, breath, sound and meditation.

In this interactive workshop:
~ Learn the basics of AyurYoga, particularly relating to the forces of apana (groundedness) and samana (balance).
~ Discover AyurYoga's power by deeply examining rasa dhatu (the water element) in your own body.
~ Explore a new combination of tools to enhance your practice and classes.
~ Gain inner experience of the elemental forces that govern all of life.

Cost $40 Call 265-4072 to register. Space is limited!

Cleanse Week:
Sunday,
April 20 - Sunday,
April 27

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Free Talks:
7:30 - 9pm
Wed, April 9
Tues, April 15
Wed, April 23

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Workshops:
Sun, April 20
Sun, April 27

4th Annual COMMUNITY CLEANSE
April 20-27th

~ FREE TALKS ~ Come to one or both talks.
"Deep Cleanse: Detoxify and Eliminate" ~ for anyone who has done a cleanse before and wants to go deep.
April 9th at 7:30pm:
"Gentle Cleanse: Relax and Rejuvenate" ~ for anyone new to cleansing of who wants the gentler approach.
April 15th at 7:30pm:
With Mary Thompson, Suzanne Ropiequet & Nitya Beaulieu – Clinical Ayurvedic Specialists

~ Q&A Discussion mid-cleanse to check-in about challenges and breakthroughs with Suzanne & Nitya
Wed, April 23rd at 7:30

~ WORKSHOPS ~
"Ayuryoga: Cleansing the Healing Waters of your Body" ~~ with guest teacher Chitra Giauque, The Ayurvedic Institute, Albuquerque, NM
This workshop inaugurates the Community Cleanse and includes a special focus on our built-in detoxification system -- the Lymph System -- which will be accessed through specific postures, fluid movement, breath and sound. Practiced properly, these techniques tonify adn detoxify every system in our bodies, preparing us for a heightened expereince of our true inner nature.
April 20, Sunday, 3-5pm
"Taking Home a Practice" and Closing Circle with Katie Carter and others
The culmination of the Community Cleanse, includes a sharing circle for Cleanse Participants, Ayurvedic tips of diet and lifestyle, and a 15 minute hatha yoga routine that is perfect for starting a home yoga practice. April 27, Sunday, 2-4pm

$25-40 (sliding scale) for one or both workshops

$5 yoga classes during week of April 20-26 with purchase of $5 Cleansing Pass. All classes will emphasize the themes of "The Cleanse."

Call WMYC (265-4072) to register for workshops or for more details.
Call Suzanne or Nitya (277-3609) for more information about the cleanse itself.

Monday,
April 28,
7:30 - 9pm

Saturdays,
May 3 & 10,
10-12 noon

Kirtan with Simrit Kaur
Simrit Kaur is joined by Jai Dev Singh and other guest musicians for an evening of devotional chants and music for inspiration and upliftment.
Tickets on sale at BriarPatch or call 575-0753.

Friday,
May 16,
7pm

Saturday,
May 17,
9 - 5pm

The Enlightened Warrior Evening
$25 or Free with Sat. Workshop
The Yogic Warrior
A one-day Kundalini Yoga Workshop to develop your radiance and transcend fear and anxiety.
Jai Dev Singh $70 Pre-Register / $85 Door
Call 575-0753 or go to jaidevsingh.wordpress.com

Anatomy of Yoga: The Feet and Lower Leg
First of 6 monthly workshops with Lisa Biow
An exploration of the bones, muscles, and ligaments for the foot and lower leg, as well as asanas and other exercises to strengthen the feet and ankles.
$45 ($80 for this and June 14th workshop)
Must pre-register! Call Lisa 432-4310

Friday,
June 6,
7pm

Saturday,
June 7,
9 - 5 pm

Spirit of the Saint Evening
$25 or Free with Sat. Workshop
Spirit of the Saint
A one-day Kundalini Yoga Workshop on becoming calm and centered in spite of anything.
Jai Dev Singh $70 Pre-Register / $85 Door
Call 575-0753 or go to jaidevsingh.wordpress.com

Monday,
June 16,
7:30-9:00 pm

Intro to iRest Yoga Nidra: Peace
Dissolve the inner critic and compassion prevails. Want more peace in your life? Want more peace in the world? Like happiness, it’s an inside job with wonderful fringe benefits! $15 
Call Gabrielle Pullen to register 263-3323

Friday,
June 20,
6:00-7:30 pm

Intro to Feldenkrais ®: Voice!
Singers, actors, teachers, politicians & public speakers all need to understand the role of the diaphragm. Improve your ability to project your voice without uncomfortable wear & tear! $15
Gabrielle Pullen, GCFP 263-3323