Classes Cancelled Today!

We are sorry to announce that all classes will be cancelled today (Tuesday Feb 13th) due to the weather.

Check the class listings at balancedyoga.net for cancellations and the most current class schedule.

Stay safe, everyone!
Tracy

Inner Engineering Intro Presentation

Sadhguru said, "Meditation is the only freedom from all the stress that man is going through because this dimension of life is not of the mind. All stress and struggle is of the mind."

Inner Engineering Intro Presentation (led by an Isha Yoga trained teacher)
Sunday, January 28, 2007 from 7:00-8:30 pm
FREE @ balancedYOGA

Experience...
Isha Yoga programs are designed by Sadhguru as a 'live' process; it is a rare opportunity for self-discovery under the guidance of a realized yogi. These programs offer interactive discussions, meditations, and a balanced set of simple, but powerful yoga practices.

The Inner Engineering program includes Shambhavi Maha Madra, an ancient kriya (internal process) never before offered publicly.

Expand...
Together the program and practices establish health and vitality, enhance mental calm and clarity, and instill a deep sense of joy. This foundation of total wellbeing accelerates personal growth, allowing you to tap the wealth of vibrant life within you.

Call 614/267-6937 or visit www.IshaYoga.org to register online or for more information.

Isha Yoga: it's all within you. ...are you willing?

Happy New Year!

Well, it's official - 2007 has arrived! And January seems to be the month for new beginnings at Balanced Yoga...

The studio is offering a variety of yoga intro series, including:

Intro to Hatha - January 15th
6-weeks / Mondays from 7:30-9 p / Cost: $75

Kids Yoga (ages 7-12) - January 16th
6-weeks / Tuesdays from 4:30-5:15 p / Cost: $60

Yoga for Teens - January 19th
6-weeks / Fridays from 4:30-5:30 p / Cost: $60

Intro to Ashtanga - January 21st
10-weeks / Sundays from 1:30-3 p / Cost: $125

Mindfulness Meditation - January 24th
5-weeks / Wednesdays from 7:30-9 p / Cost: $75

All series require pre-registration. You can sign up online or by calling 614/265-9642.

If you've stopped in recently, you probably noticed our new retail area located in the lobby. Many thanks to Tracy for making that possible! Also, Beaker would like to extend her appreciation to everyone who attended the Holiday Yoga classes. Thanks to your generosity, we were able to raise $186, which will be donated to the Sri Karunamayi free hospital and Physicians Without Borders.

Best wishes for the New Year!

The Yoga Dozen

THE YOGA DOZEN...

A Great Holiday Gift Idea!

Now until January 15th, get the special yogi in your life the gift of The Yoga Dozen. Purchase an annual class pass and receive an extra month free! That's 13 months of unlimited yoga for the price of 12 - saving you over $64.

Note: Students with a current quarter or semi-annual pass may opt to upgrade to the Yoga Dozen by paying the difference between the annual pass and their own.

*$775 less a semi-annual = only $355 for 7 months of yoga!
*$775 less a quarterly = only $550 for 10 months!

Free Holiday Classes!

Tuesday, December 26th

9-10:30 am Holiday Vinyasa
10:45 am-12:15 pm Gentle/Restorative

Beaker will be offering these classes as a gift to the balanced YOGA community. All are welcome to attend. There is no fee for the class, but participants who would like to are invited to make a charitable donation. All donations will be split between Physicians Without Borders, a Nobel prize winning charity that brings medical care to impoverished areas worldwide, and the Sri Karunamayi free hospital, which provides medical care and outreach in the southeastern state of Andhra Pradesh in India. We hope to see you there!

Happy Holidays!

New Online Store!

balanced YOGA is in the midst of conquering a new frontier. As of this past weekend, you will now be able to access our online store to purchase passes and gift certificates, enroll in workshops and check the status of your 10 or 20 class pass - all from the comfort of your personal computer! You'll also notice that our "classes" page will direct you to a different site in order to view our schedule, and we will be able to maintain its accuracy (time and teacher) on a daily basis. To check our the store, please visit our website and click on the classes link. We wish you happy shopping!

BY Movie Night

"Sunday Night at the Movies"

On January 28th @ 6:30 pm, Balanced Yoga will show a free screening of The Secret.



You are welcome to bring food, beverage and friends!

Holiday Gathering - 12/15

It's a party! Join Balanced Yoga staff, instructors and fellow students for an evening of holiday fun on Friday, December 15th! The party/potluck will begin at 7:30 pm after the 5:45 vinyasa class. So bring a friend and some food and help us ring in the holiday season.

Lots and lots of info!

Today is the last day to receive early registration rates on the Todd Norian weekend of Anusara Yoga coming up in December! Call 614-265-9642 now to register!




Upcoming Series Dates:

1. January 15: 6-week Intro to Hatha series begins @ 7:30 pm ($75)
2. January 16: 6-week Kids Yoga! series begins @ 4:30 pm (for ages 7-12; $60)
3. January 19: 6-week Yoga for Teens series begins @ 4:30 pm ($60)
4. January 21: 10-week Intro to Ashtanga series begins @ 1:30 pm ($125)
5. *January 24: 5-week Mindfulness Meditation series beings @ 7:30 ($75)

*In this short course, you will learn the core teachings and tenets of Buddhism, discover what "mindfulness" really is and be guided into the various domains of "vipassana" (mindfulness) practice. You will be provided with the knowledge and tools to establish your own practice. Facilitator: Cheryl Rapose

All series require pre-registration.

Ana Forrest is coming to Columbus!

Ana Forrest will make a stop at The Elizabeth Blackwell Center to teach 2 evening workshops on March 20 & 21, 2007. balancedYOGA is thrilled by the opportunity to host Ana, who is "recognized worldwide as a pioneer in yoga and emotional therapy."

Workshop Details:

Tuesday, March 20th: 6-9 pm "Journey to the Core"

Forrest Yoga takes you on a physical and mental journey deep into the core of your own being. You will create a heightened sense of awareness through breath and asanas, and open to the amazing quality of feeling that lives inside you. Use Forrest Yoga to connect to your core, shed what is no longer useful, keep what is of value and "with a breath of kindness blow the rest away." Come sweat, breathe deeply and enter the incredible mystery of your core. You will feel cleansed, refreshed and alive.

Wednesday, March 21st: 6-9 pm "Changing Your Relationship With Fear"

Note: For intermediate and advanced students
Fear does not have to be something that paralyzes you. In this workshop, you'll use breath and asana to access, comfort and support the parts of your body that are constricted by fear. This new approach to our fearful places brings about change immediately. When you treat your fearful parts with attention and compassion, you allow the "wonderful" back into your life.

Cost: $65 for one night, $115 for both
Call 614-265-9642 to register.

For more info on Ana and Forrest Yoga, click here.

class announcement

The Kids Yoga! series has been postponed until after the first of the year. Watch for details regarding the new start date on the website and blog.

Frank Jude - TONIGHT!

Frank Jude Boccio and the "Body of Peace" are here! balancedYOGA invites you on a weekend exploration of the 3 principles of alignment, relaxation and resiliency, which are vital to meditation, yoga-asana and living freely. Frank will integrate the Buddha's teachings on mindfulness with the postures and movements of Hatha yoga in order to show how these 3 principles create the stability and ease that allow for deep, intimate integrations of body, mind and spirit. Space is still available for tonight's experiential talk and discussion, as well as for the Saturday and Sunday sessions. Call 614.265.9642 to register or feel free to walk-in. Time, cost and location information can be found on our website. Hope to see you there!

And don't forget about the Kids Yoga! series beginning next Tuesday!

Class Cancellation Notice

The 11 am Friday Pilates class has been canceled!

Kids Yoga!

Balanced Yoga is pleased to welcome a new class starting November 14, 2006!

Kids Yoga! will be held on Tuesday afternoons from 4:15 to 5. This 6-week session for kids ages 7-12 will be a fun, creative approach to the practice of yoga using animated postures, simple beathing techniques and interactice games. In addition to the physical benefits - such as increased strength, flexibility and balance - kids will learn ways to focus, relax and develop self-control using breathing and visualization. Parents are welcome, but not required to attend. Cost: $60 per child. Must pre-register! (Call 614-265-9642)

Instructor: Anne Comarda

Click here for an article on Kids Yoga from Yoga Journal.

ICE

ICE - In Case of Emergency

The "Ice Idea" is catching on. An ambulance paramedic by the name of Bob Brotchie came up with the idea to program the phone number of your next-of-kin into your cell phone under the name of ICE. This would allow paramedics to quickly contact someone in the case of an emergency, without having to search through wallets and/or guess at important contacts in cell phone lists. To read an in-depth article on this "multi-media phenomenon," click here.

Mysore

Tom Griffith oversees a 6:30-9 am Mysore class every Monday! Students can come at any time during class to practice independently. Hands-on adjustments will be given and/or assistance for special needs or requests. Think of the session as your chance to improvise and explore; you do not necessarily need to practice Ashtanga-based yoga. This is the style of practice common in Mysore, India. Come check it out! No need to pre-register.

this week in the studio...

Yoga to Live Drumming is this Friday at 5:45! Come experience a vinyasa practice to the inspiring and energizing sounds of drumming. Potluck to follow. All are welcome - bring a dish and a friend and prepare to have a good time!


The next Intro to Hatha series begins this coming Monday (Oct. 30th) at 7:30 pm. Call 614-265-9642 to register.

chance to earn free yoga classes!

Spend one evening per week working at Balanced Yoga's front desk and you'll earn free classes!

The following shifts are now open:
Monday night 5-9pm
Friday night 5-9 pm
Saturday morning 8am-12pm

You will earn 1 class for each hour you work. Classes accrue over time and do not expire. This is an excellent opportunity to meet people and save money on something you love! No experience required. Training and orientation provided. Please write michelle@balancedyoga.net or call 265-9642 for details.

Weekend Possibilities:

1. Check out the 100th anniversary of The Circleville Pumpkin Show
2. The Columbus Zoo's Boo at the Zoo and Pumpkin Smash
3. See the Cypress String Quartet perform in concert with Chamber Music Columbus
4. Take a class at balancedYOGA

Todd Norian's Workshop Class Descriptions

Todd arrives in Columbus on December 8, 2006. This is a list of descriptions for the classes he will be offering during his workshop. You can choose to attend the whole weekend, or purchase classes ala carte. Prices are listed on the website.

Friday, December 8: 2-5 pm
Eye of the Tiger Practice
A wild and fun practice for teachers and experienced students. Play the edge while developing strength, flexibility and joy. You will be skillfully guided step-by-step into more advanced asanas in order to awaken the heart and remember your connection to source. (Prereqs: ability to perform handstand and forearm balanced at the wall or on your own, and upward bow with straight elbows)

Friday, December 8: 7-9 pm
Opening to Grace
In this spiritually uplifting session, you'll explore the elegant Anusara system of yoga and practice a variety of fun asanas. The session will end with a delicious deep relaxation.

Saturday, December 9: 9am-12pm
Backbend Into Bliss
Learn the biomechanicsand gradual, step-by-step sequencing that makes backbending a joyful celebration of heart. Using the Universal Principles of Anusara Yoga, you will practice a dynamic flow of postures. Have fun while working at your own pace.

Saturday, December 9: 2-5 pm
Transformational Twists, Hip Openers & Forward Bends
Align and purify your spine through powerful twisting poses. Then, draw your awareness inward through forward bends in preparation for ecstatic tantra-based meditation and savasana.

Sunday, December 10: 9am-12pm
The Art of Flying: Handstand & Arm Balances
Learn to fly by finding the optimal relationship between the balance of effort and grace. Learn how to take yourself lightly through the powerful channeling of prana. Experience necessary.

Sunday, December 10: 2-5 pm
Anusara Yoga Therapeutics
Explore the therapeutic power of Anusara Yoga to support the body's natural healing process. (All levels welcome, especially teachers.) Through applying the Universal Principles of Alignment, you will learn how to relieve pain and avoid common injuries. Learn how to transform pain and limitation into an experience of greater freedom and joy.