Inner Power Yoga August Studio News

Dear Yogis and Yoginis,

For most of us, the reason we started coming to class was purely physical. We wanted to have stronger arms and defined abs, open hips and more mobile shoulders, cure that nagging low back discomfort, lose the extra weight in the middle. Feeling better about ourselves can be the perfect reason to start and to continue to step onto our mats as often as we can.

But after a while, most of us realize that there are so many other gifts a consistent yoga practice offers us that can enhance our lives beyond words. One of them is choosing our response to the small and big challenges of life that we all face daily. Do we become bitter and resentful, or forgive and move on? Do we run away from an uncomfortable situation or handle it with as much grace as we can and learn from the experience?

Our regular yoga practice can help us stay calm, positive and focused as the inevitable challenges surface daily in our lives. Staying peaceful and poised, one obstacle, one practice, one breath at a time.

Warmly,

Ursula and the IPY teachers

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Registrations are coming in for our RYT 200 Teacher Training Program starting in September. Space is limited, so don’t miss out on this opportunity to deepen your knowledge of yoga and to learn from experts and master teachers like Doug Keller, Kathryn Budig and Keith Crosslin. Please send Ursula a note if you would like more information about our program! (Payment plans are available.)

Community Classes

We offer Community Classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 12 noon and 1 pm. Fees for these classes is by donation, making yoga accessible to all who wish to participate.

Upcoming workshops at IPY! Save the date!

October 10, 2010 1:00-3:30 pm – Yin Yoga with Coleen Clement

November 21, 2010 1:00-3:30 pm – Inversions and arm balances with Keith Crosslin

December 19, 2010 1:00-3:30 pm – Yoga Philosophy with Doug Keller

See the site for more details

Dear yogis and yoginis,

Do you remember the reason you first stepped onto your mat? Perhaps a friend dragged you to a studio, or you had some extra time after running on the treadmill and a yoga class was just starting in your gym. What did you think? If you are like most of us, you might have thought that the particular style taught at that random studio or in your neighborhood gym is the only way to practice yoga. You might have gotten hooked instantly or may have enjoyed the experience, but did not seek out other opportunities for a while.

There are many different yoga styles out there nowadays taught by teachers who bring their own uniqueness into the room, so we can all find what fits into our expectations of what yoga is or should be for us. At Inner Power Yoga, we teach and practice vinyasa yoga, where movement and breath are continuously linked together uniting body, mind and a higher consciousness. We get stronger and more flexible for sure, but also develop deeper presence and awareness. Vinyasa yoga is meditation in motion; we are constantly changing our forms, but try to remain fully present with the help of our breath as an anchor.

The original Vinyasa system is Ashtanga Vinyasa yoga, where a set sequence is practiced; the First Series focuses on forward bends, while backbends highlight the Second Series. (The other four series are Advanced Sequences.) We are offering Ashtanga classes now at IPY on Saturdays and Sundays at 4 pm to introduce this wonderful practice to our students. Please come and check it out!

Thank you to all the little yogis and yoginis who braved the snow and came for our Kids Yoga Workshop! I am so glad the kids had such a great time! We are starting a 4 week Kids Yoga Series this Saturday at 2:30 pm. Our first 4 week session is sold out, but we will let everyone know when additional kids yoga classes are scheduled.

We are honored to be chosen as “Studio of the Month” by our favorite store, Lululemon Athletica. Our teachers will be leading a free class at 10 am every Sunday in February at the Tysons store! Please come, practice with us, and check out lulu’s new offerings!

Thank you all who came to Jess’s class and donated to Doctors without Borders; we raised $220 for this organization to help provide essential medical care to the people of Haiti! Every little bit counts!

We are hosting special guest teachers Keith and Tara for a Valentine’s Day Partner Yoga Workshop. This is a great opportunity for those of you wondering about yoga, but have not taken the plunge. This will be a fun thing to do on Valentine’s Day! For details please see the Events page on our website and send a note to ursula@inner-power-yoga.com to register.

On March 7, Tanya will be teaching Fundamentals of Vinyasa Yoga for new students and students who would like to brush up on the basics of the practice. For details on this workshop, please see the Events page on our website and send a note to ursula@inner-power-yoga.com to register.

Incorporating a regular yoga practice into your life can make a big difference long after you leave the studio. We would like to offer unlimited yoga for $95/month as our February Special to encourage you to come and practice often!

Wishing you happiness on your mat!

Warmly,
Ursula

In response to last week’s devastating earthquake in Haiti, we have decided to collect donations for the Doctors Without Borders Emergency Relief Fund at our Yoga Day USA class on January 23 at 11:30a. See the IPY site for more details about this special class with Jessica.

If you are not able to make it to the class, or would like to donate now, please see the Doctors Without Borders site.

Kids Yoga Workshop Price Change

We’ve lowered the price of our Kids Yoga workshop. For parents with an IPY unlimited pass, the cost is $10; for all other kids, the cost is $15. See the IPY site for more details about the class. Don’t miss this opportunity to get your kids doing yoga!

New Candlelight Yin Class

Due to the popularity of our Wednesday night Candlelight Yin class with Coleen, we are adding a second class on Monday nights at 7:45p beginning January 25. If you haven’t been to Coleen’s class yet, come and see what you’ve been missing!

January Pass Special

All month we are offering our monthly class pass for $90. If you come just twice a week, that’s $11/class; three times a week is $7.50/class! It’s a great deal that is only available through January 31. (See the IPY site for more information about our fees.)

IPY is Lululemon Studio of the Month in February

Our teachers will be at Lululemon at Tysons Corner each Sunday in February leading free classes at 10a. We’re honored to be chosen by our favorite store!

We’re starting 2010 with a series of workshops and special events. Don’t miss Jessica’s free class on Yoga Day USA (January 23); introduce your 7-11 year olds to yoga with Ursula’s kids yoga workshop; or, bring your sweetie to Keith and Tara’s partner yoga workshop for a special way to celebrate Valentine’s day.

Yoga Day USA with Jessica

Saturday, January 23, 2010, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm

Join Jessica for a FREE yoga practice in honor of Yoga Day USA. This celebration was created by the Yoga Alliance to imake yoga available to everyone and to support our community through service to others. Class will include a short discussion about yoga followed by a Vinyasa Flow practice.

Free for everyone

Kids Yoga with Ursula

Saturday, January 30, 2010 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm

The benefits of yoga are endless for grown ups and children alike. Here is a perfect opportunity to introduce yoga to your kids to help them increase their overall fitness, especially coordination, balance and flexibility. Studies show that yoga helps to boost self-esteem, confidence and to deal with everyday stresses our kids face on a regular basis.

During this introductory class, students will learn the basic yoga poses, sun salutations and breathing techniques in a fun and supportive setting.

$20/child; for ages 7 – 11

Partner Yoga with Keith and Tara

Sunday, February 14, 2010 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm

For a special way to celebrate Valentine’s Day, join us for two and a half hours of partner yoga with Keith and Tara. Partner yoga can be practiced by any two people: friends, colleagues, parents, children, siblings and couples. Come with a partner or on your own, and we will pair you up. Whether complete beginner or advanced practitioner, or any level in between, the benefits of this practice are yours to discover. Practicing yoga with a partner provides a fun and safe way to deepen your experience of yoga poses or to take your very first yoga class.

Keith and Tara have been studying and practicing yoga for well over two decades. While Keith began his journey in the Vinyasa style of Ashtanga Yoga, Tara is deeply steeped in the tradition of Iyengar Yoga. Fusing the two styles, they teach Vinyasa yoga infused with Iyengar alignment. Their classes are welcoming, fun and full of great instruction.

$35/person; $30/person for IPY unlimited pass holders

Although Inner Power Yoga started in 2003, we’ve now found our permanent home in Potomac Falls, Virginia. Thank you all who came to our Grand Opening last Saturday – I so appreciate you taking time out of your busy holiday schedule to celebrate the opening of our new studio. I’m also looking forward to seeing all my old students and meeting lots of new students as we get settled into our new space in the coming weeks!

For new and old students alike, we are offering great introductory rates on a week, month or 3 months of unlimited yoga through the end of the year. Don’t miss out on this chance to keep yourself centered during the busy holiday season and into the new year! Details are on the website, or ask me or one of the other teachers when you come in for your first class.

Also, we’ve now posted the holiday schedule. If you’re in town, you won’t want to miss two special classes with me on December 24 and January 1.

I wish you all a joyful holiday season with your friends and family!

In case you haven’t heard yet, the new studio is opening soon!

Join us on December 12 from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm.

• Get a chance to win a free fitting and top from Lululemon
• See the spacious, light-filled classroom space
• Meet and talk with Ursula, Tanya, Elaine, Coleen and Jessica
• Watch a partner yoga demo by Lululemon staff at 4p
• Purchase gift cards, class passes, and IPY shirts and towels
• Enjoy refreshments and mingle with other students

46090 Lake Center Plaza, Suite 205, Potomac Falls, VA 20165 (map and directions)

Regular classes will begin on Sunday, December 13. Please see the website for information about the schedule, our teachers, class fees and our referral program.

We look forward to seeing you there!

The business of yoga has exploded in the last several years, giving students an overwhelming number of choices for books, music, DVDs and accessories. To help narrow down your selection, we have put together an online store full of our favorites.

The store is available from the new website (http://www.inner-power-yoga.com) and includes only those items that we recommend as good quality and helpful for students who practice the type of yoga that we teach.

If you are looking for a great book or DVD to enrich your practice, some music for practice or meditation or a new mat, check out our recommendations. If you can’t find something or would like to make a recommendation, let us know and we’ll look into adding it to our store.

Enjoy the holiday and check back soon for a definite date for the studio opening!