you're always welcome here!

We've created a space that you can call your own! A space that provides a range of holistic experiences to unite your mind, body and spirit. A space that will bring harmony through the experience of Hatha Yoga. A space that you'll be proud to call my yoga lounge.

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FREE CLASS IN MAY
To help introduce you to a new class on our schedule, we’re offering it
for FREE during the month of May. Come check out Linda's new Anusara
Inspired Yoga Basics class (level 1-2) on Fridays from 4:00 to 5:15 pm.
Again, this class is FREE, but ONLY for the month of May!

THE PATH OF DEVOTION IN RELATIONSHIP

A Dharma Talk By Tenshin Reb Anderson
FRIDAY, JUNE 6th
7:30 pm

The evening will offer teachings and be open to dialogue around issues of devotion, boundary setting and intimacy, balanced assertion, and upright surrender as a path of peace and harmony together in this world.

Biography of Tenshin Reb Anderson: Reb Anderson completed advanced study in mathematics and psychology at the University of Minnesota. Inspired by the great skillfulness and compassion exemplified in stories of Zen monks, he went to practice and train with Shunryu Suzuki Roshi at the San Francisco Zen Center. He was ordained by Suzuki Roshi as a priest in 1970.

After serving as Abbot of San Francisco Zen Center form 1986 to 1995, he became Senior Dharma Teacher. He is still involved with overseeing practice at San Francisco Zen Center's three locations. He trains lay practitioners, monks and priests and leads practice periods with intensive focus on the everyday practice of meditation, work and study. He is particularly interested in Buddhist psychology and the fundamental intimacy of the practice of seated meditation with all aspects of our lives. Reb lives with family and friends at Green Dragon Temple/Green Gulch Farm.

He is the author of "Warm Smiles from Cold Mountain," a collection of his talks that is published by the San Francisco Zen Center, and "Being Upright," published by Rodmell Press, which examines the unity of the Bodhisattva precepts and Zen meditation.

Advanced Reservation: $20. (A donation basket for the teacher will be available also). For reservation, please call (916) 484-YOGA or email Lori@MyYogaLounge.com.

 

IYENGAR MASTER CLASS:
DEEPENING YOUR YOGA PRACTICE

with Gary Vercelli
Sunday, June 22nd
12:30–3:15 pm

This special class will take students through detailed work in several standing poses, the foundation of a solid Iyengar practice. The workshop will also address restorative asanas, leading to optimum mindfulness and a state of alertness. We'll then proceed to practice an hour of sitting and reclining pranayama – exploring the practice of breath awareness and modification. This is an opportunity to take your daily home practice to the next level.

$35 advance registration (before June 7th, $45 after June 7th. Sorry, no refunds after June 14th)

TO REGISTER: Call (916) 484-9642 or email Lori@MyYogaLounge.com. Class is limited to 14 students. (One year yoga experience or teacher's approval.)

About Gary: Gary Vercelli has studied and practiced Iyengar Yoga since 1992. His primary instructors have been Rodney Yee ('92-94) and Senior Advanced Iyengar Instructor Manouso Manos ('94 – present). Gary's most influential teachers have been Manos, Mary Dunn, and Ramanand Patel, with whom he studied in India in 2000. Vercelli has taught Iyengar Yoga at American River College since 2000. He was certified by the IYNAUS at the Intro level in 2003. Gary has attended two Iyengar National Conventions and studied with Geeta Iyengar in Pune India (12/04) and with B.K.S. Iyengar in Estes Park, CO. (10/05). A popular broadcaster on KXJZ (90.9 FM), Vercelli brings to his craft as a yoga instructor a dynamic presence, fun-loving spirit, and a reverence for the subject.

INTRO TO MEDITATION (all levels/abilities)

First Sunday of each month: 6:30-8:00 pm
With Tatiana

This class introduces you to the practice of meditation - which can be used as a practice on its own - or during your hatha yoga practice. You'll learn how to use the breath to quiet the mind and direct your energies to raise your awareness. In the classical yoga tradition, hatha yoga [the practice of asanas or postures] is practiced as preparation for seated meditation. Therefore, gentle asanas/postures are included in this class in order to prepare the body for the more contemplative practices of the tradition. (Please note that no registration is needed, just show up a few minutes before start time.) ALL LEVELS AND ABILITIES WELCOME.

Benefits of Meditation:
- Relieve stress and anxiety
- learn how to relax
- Get in touch with your emotions (helps decreases depression and irritability) - Promotes pain management
- reduces acute and chronic pain levels (especially helpful for women during childbirth) - Become more compassionate and content
- live a fuller, richer life
- Promotes greater creativity
- Discovery of personal and spiritual growth
- Improves ability to focus and concentrate (great for other activities - running, golfing, biking, etc) - Improves quality of sleep
- Decreases muscle tension and headaches
- Enhances immune system
- Stay engaged during your asana practice

PLEASE NOTE: This class has changed to be a MONTHLY class rather than weekly.

TEACHER'S TRAINING PROGRAM
with Lori Moore

My Yoga Lounge offers a 200-hour training program for students who want to develop skills to teach others in classical Hatha Yoga. This program is designed to deepen one's understanding and practice of yoga, and may also be taken by those who are not necessarily intending to become yoga instructors. Many students pursue teacher training not because they want to teach, but because they love yoga and want to learn more. We'll learn, play, and teach together in a relaxed yet focused way. (This course will build on whatever form of yoga you've been training or practicing in.)

Our program is offered mostly on the weekends allowing students to complete their training while accommodating career and family commitments. While there are some programs that train teachers in less time than ours, we feel that a longer program gives student-teachers an opportunity to integrate what they've learned. (There is no substitute for having the time to put into practice what you are learning!) For more info check out the Teacher Training brochure and Teacher Training application form. If you have any questions, drop us a line.

PRIVATES SESSIONS / INSTRUCTION
NOW AVAILABLE with Lori Moore

The study of yoga began as a dialogue between teacher and student (one-on-one). At My Yoga Lounge we honor that tradition by offering private yoga instruction (private sessions).

WHY PRIVATE INSTRUCTION?

• Learn yoga from the ground up in a private setting. (Great for those brand new to yoga or for those who'd like to review the basics.)
  
• Get assistance for your specific injury, limitation, or special need - learn modifications (how to adapt postures for your ability and body type or condition.
  
• Work on specific tight areas, such as hips, hamstrings, shoulders, back/neck - or develop core strength.
  
• Intermediate and advanced students can receive instruction on a specific posture or technique.
  
• Develop a personal practice that is complimentary to your other activities and sports - improve your focus and concentration.
  
• Practice at a time that is not currently offered on our schedule - or
  in the convenience of your own home (rates slightly higher).
  
• Learn how to meditate (or how to deepen your existing meditation practice) with specific breathing techniques that bring energy, calmness, and balance to your practice and to your life.

Private sessions are currently available with Lori Moore Monday through Friday (mornings/afternoons) as well as some weekends. To schedule a session, please contact Lori directly at (916) 600-6557.

30 minutes = $40
60 minutes = $65
90 minutes = $90

• Discount provided for multiple bookings or for on-going private sessions.
  
• Rates for Semi-Private Sessions are the same plus $10 for each
  additional student.
  
• In-home session prices are slightly higher (depends on distance/mileage).

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Various styles of yoga and more
Choose a class that's right for you. We offer numerous lineages, philosophies and methods. In addition to yoga, we feature massage, holistic hypnotherapy, workshops and other special events.

Qualified, knowledgeable, and caring instructors
Each of our experienced yoga instructors incorporate various teachings and styles into their classes. They share the unique gifts they've acquired through their own personal practice.

Our Boutique and Lounge
Score the coolest yoga essentials from the finest names like Prana, Bali Dog and Life is Good. Check out our fantastic assortment of yoga and relaxation-related accessories. Sit and visit with fellow yogis over a complimentary cup of tea in our lounge area.

Never done yoga?
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Have questions about yoga?
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