Inner Wisdom - Workshops

Prevent * Relax * Renew * Heal

In my heart I am a teacher. That is my primary purpose in life. Being a healer and practitioner is a close second. Even within my sessions it is my goal to teach my clients to become empowered in living fully and in health. Teaching is a way to make the message more global, reach more people. There is a limit to how many individuals I can personally touch in a life time. As an instructor of Shiatsu and Massage I have taught many others the art of touch and healing. This has an expansive impact. When I think about all the students that I have had over the years I realize that by being a teacher I am making a bigger difference In the world.

Teaching is a sharing of my heart and soul as it is my spiritual practice and one of the great loves of my life. It is part of my personal Seva. (Service to the world) It is an honor to share my experience and knowledge with all who are willing to learn. Please contact me if you have questions or would like me to teach a workshop at your yoga studio or organization.

Transformational Yoga and Healing Workshops

Class Descriptions:

Yoga Posture Clinic: Have fun as you deepen your knowledge and practice of Asana. (Postures) You will learn how to fine tune alignment and use isometric engagements in each posture in a way that provides the most benefit building strength and inner awareness. Learn how postures can be used in both a Yin (passive) and Yang (active) way. We will be reviewing 15 to 20 major postures one by one. I will explain how each posture effects the body's anatomy and structure, as well as the energetic, emotional and mental benefits. This class is powerful tool for enhancing your yoga practice and is beneficial for students of all levels. (4 Hours)

Yoga for Structural Alignment: Due to postural habits, injury and stress, we all have structural imbalances that can lead to discomfort, tension and pain. I invite you to learn this simple and gentle yoga routine to naturally realign the body and mind. In this class you will learn how to integrate breath, muscle energy techniques and gentle micro-movements to release the tendons and stretch the surrounding muscles of each joint allowing for a subtle yet dramatic shift in the body. When the body is physically aligned it allows for mental, emotional and spiritual alignment as well. By learning the basic concepts offered in this class you would have a tool for self-maintenance that integrates and assists with other therapies such as chiropractic, shiatsu/massage and acupuncture. (3 hours)

Yoga for Clarity (Eyes): This class is all about focus, which starts with the eyes. Eye exercises combined with yogic movements, right/left brain integration and acupressure can prevent eye fatigue, stress headaches, sinus issues, improve eyesight (when practiced over time), metal clarity and intuition. (3 hours)

Spiritual Journeying: Find your inner truth and expression through movement, meditation, self-inquiry, and collage. Discover the steps to empowerment; learn to connect to your energetic matrix, practice co-listening and conscious communication. Use creativity to unlock the subconscious allowing for freedom of expression and powerful living. (6 hours)

Step into the Sacred Circle: The circle represents the Spirit of Earth's Harmony. It is the symbol for the wheel of life in which you can understand yourself in relationship to the universe. It is forever evolving and bringing new lessons and uncovering truth. Many systems of healing are based on the circle including the Native American medicine wheel and the Eastern 5 element system of healing. Experientially, learn about these systems and take a journey around the circle. A medicine wheel will be created and you will experience a shamanic medicine bag reading. (6 hours)

Energy Medicine: We are vibrational beings that are deeply affected by surrounding energy fields. Learn about the energy matrix of the body (Meridians, Chakras and Auric Field) through meditation and movement exercises. Experience how to use energetic techniques and tools to improve awareness and health. Techniques and topics include; Kinesiology, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), Chakra Balancing, Feng Shui, Dowsing and the use of pendulums, crystals and tuning forks. (2 day workshop, 12 hours)

Yogong: A synergy of Yoga, Qigong and Eastern Medicine: Learn the Eastern concepts of Yin and Yang and the 5 Element system of healing. Discover how we are connected to the elements of nature and how it relates to the meridians, our internal energy, personality type and health. We will investigate and learn bout the 12 major Meridians and the core connection to the microcosmic orbit. Information will be absorbed through the senses using aromatherapy, tasting the flavor of each element, using sounds, visuals, guided meditation, breathing exercises and poetry. A Yoga and Qigong flow will be taught for each element to activate the meridians. Self-Acupressure and Shiatsu techniques will be taught to increase energy, boost the immune system, improve digestion, relax and restore the body. (2 day workshop, 12 hours)

Restorative Yoga & Yoga Nidra: The soothing and well-supported postures of restorative yoga offer an opportunity to linger quietly for a few moments and savor the simple sweetness of life. As you relax into the postures the body naturally activates the parasympathetic nervous system creating inner peace and harmony. The benefit is reduced stress; increase vitality, lower heart rate and the stimulation of the immune system. This is a gentle class suitable for pregnancy, recovery from injury or illness and for anyone who wants to relax and renew. Yoga Nidra (psychic /yogic sleep) is a guided deep meditation. The ultimate goal of this relaxation technique is to reach a state in which the mind is very deeply relaxed, yet still conscious. This is a good compliment to a restorative yoga practice. (3 hours)

Yoga for Health: Relax , renew and enhance your journey towards health through the practice of therapeutic yoga. Learn about your body's physiology, anatomy and energetic matrix and how you can use this knowledge to develop greater awareness and inner harmony. Synchronize breath and movement to increase balance , flexibility, strength, proper alignment and coordination. Benefits include stress reduction, increased mental clarity and concentration. The focus will be on learning to honor your body's wisdom. Postures will be taught in stages to accommodate students of all levels. Traditional yogic concepts will be integrated with elements of Qigong and Eastern Philosophy. Taking the classes as a series is recommended as every class offers different information and the more often you practice the better the overall results. Drop-ins are also welcomed. Offered as a weekly class.

Yoga for Kids: Interactive fun for parents and kids ages 3-7. Parents need not be present with children ages 8-12. (Kids older then 13 can attend regular yoga classes) 1 hour class.

Weekend Workshop Dates: June - December 2009

Yoga Loft 30 Cutler St. #220, Warren, RI (401-245-0881)
www.yogaloftri.com

A discount is given for prepaid early registration (One week before class date) Register at the Yoga loft or visit their web site to pay on line with PayPal. Please let us know if you plan to attend a workshop at least three days prior so I can plan appropriately for handouts and materials.

Posture Clinic - June 20 ............................................................. 10:30am-2:30pm ............................................................... $45 ($40 - Prepaid)

Yoga for Clarity(Eyes) - July 11 ...................................... 10:30am-1:30pm ................................................................ $40 ($35 - Prepaid)

Spiritual Journeying - August 8 .......................................... 10:30am-4:30pm (1 hour Lunch) ............................. $75 ($65 - Prepaid)

Step into the Sacred Circle - September 12 ........... 10:30am-4:30pm (1 hour Lunch)............................. $75 ($65 - Prepaid)

Energy Medicine - October 3 & 4 ........................................ 10:30am-4:30pm (Saturday and Sunday) $140 ($125 - Prepaid)

Yogong - November 7 & 8 ............................................................ 10:30am-4:30pm (Saturday and Sunday) $140 ($125 - Prepaid)

Restorative Yoga & Yoga Nidra - December 5 ...... 10:30am-1:30pm ............................................................. $40 ($35 - Prepaid)

Check the Yoga Loft schedule for my weekly Yoga for Health class to begin in the fall.
A discount is given if you sign up for a 6 week series.

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Visions Medical Center 170 Worcester St., Wellesley, MA (781-431-1333)
www.visionsmedical.com

Prices for classes at VMC are yet to be determined. Check back at a later date or on the Visions Medical Center website.

Yoga For Health - Every Monday and Wednesday morning ....... 10:00am-11:30am ........ $65 a month (8 classes) $10 drop-in

Yoga for Kids - September 19 .................................................. 9:30am-10:30am

Step into the Sacred Circle - September 19 ............... 11:00am-4:00pm

Yoga for Kids - October 24 ....................................................... 9:30am-10:30am

Intro to Energy Medicine - October 24 & 25 ............... Saturday 11:00am-4:00pm ................ Sunday 10:00am-5:00pm

Yoga for Kids - November 21 ...................................................... 9:30am-10:30am

Yogong - November 21 & 22 ......................................................... Saturday 11:00am-4:00pm ................... Sunday 10:00am-5:00pm

Yoga for Kids - December 12 ..................................................... 9:30am-10:30am

Restorative Yoga & Yoga Nidra - December 12 ...... 11:00am-2:00pm

Check back here in September or check in with the VMC web site for specialty evening yoga classes (6:30pm - 8:00pm) Monday or Wednesdays. We will meet once or twice a month (depending on interested) to practice Yoga for Alignment and Yoga for Clarity. Yoga for Alignment helps to realign the structure naturally and reduces tension and pain. Yoga for Clarity improves, eyesight, intuition and focus. Detailed descriptions are above.