End of Year Newsletter - December 2009
Another year has absolutely flown by.
I would like to commend you all on your commitment to your yoga practice. The results really do speak for themselves. If we can live life with ease in all that we do then we can feel quite satisfied that we are living our life well. The path of yoga helps us to achieve this living with ease. As we age it is so important not to neglect our bodies, our minds and our spirits.
To nurture yourself in the practice of yoga is a gift that you can give yourself whenever you feel the need. This might only be 10 or 15 minutes of sitting quietly with your breath, or it could be 30 – 60 mins of practice or quiet reflection. As you continue to take time out for yourself you will find that there will be more of you to share with your family and your friends and that you will be more relaxed and peaceful in your response to life’s stresses. The benefits of yoga are many and will unfold in time as your practice continues.
I take this opportunity to thank you all from my heart for your continual support and kind words of encouragement. To be able to teach yoga is such a joy and a constant source of inspiration, without your support this would not be possible. I am truly grateful for each and every one of you.
The one day workshops have proven to be very popular and a wonderful way to spend some time together in a beautiful setting learning more about yoga and it’s many paths. As most of you know, the workshops have been moved to the Elandra. This is a truly unique setting and the conference room that we hold the workshop in has a view that is inspiring and uplifting.
Sara Pazell and I will be holding a one day workshop on March 7th at the Elandra Resort. This workshop will be focusing on “Chakra Yoga” (see attached flyer). The numbers will be limited. If you would like to come along, please book your place earlier rather than later. Booking details are at the end of this newsletter.
I will be holding other one day workshops on my own over the year as well as with Sara, with dates to be advised. Sara and I will be holding a ‘Yoga Mala’ (108 sun salutations) event on the winter solstice, June 20th at the Elandra Resort. Part proceeds will go to charity. This will run from 8.30am—12 noon at the Elandra. Lunch will be an optional extra. Details for registration will be announced later in the new year.
This is a perfect opportunity to practice for the 2010 “Yoga Aid Challenge” a global Yoga Mala which will take place late in October/early November. I hope to get together with all the yoga teachers in this area and combine in one event. This is purely a fund-raising event for a nominated charity. I will advise more about this event later in the year when the date has been set.
I have available for sale yoga mats, blocks, bolsters, straps and beautiful Japanese silk eye pillows (visit the Yoga Product pages for more details). I encourage you all to have your own yoga mat as this will help you to establish your own practice at home. Remember, even if you only roll your mat out and sit on it for a few minutes you have started the journey towards developing your own practice. It's not the time but the regular commitment and some days maybe that is all you will be able to do, eventually your intention will bear fruit.
The restorative classes held once a month are extremely popular and welcomed by you all in this busy life we lead. I hope that you can take something home with you to incorporate in your own practice.
The two day Paluma retreat this year was absolutely fantastic. I have two retreats booked in for next year at Paluma. The first one will be held on 28th—30th May and the second one on the 19th—21st November. Again numbers will be limited, so book in early. Mark these dates in your calendars. Details for registration at the end of the newsletter.
This year I am offering a Special Beauty package of a 1 hour massage and 1/2 facial or vice versa for the price of $70.00, this offer is valid until the end of June 2010. Yoga students are offered a regular 10% discount on all services throughout the year. This is my way of saying thank you for your support. Visit the Beauty pages for details on the treatments I offer.
Thank you all once again.
Namaste
Viv
Yoga Retreats28th - 30th May 2010 19th - 21st Nov 2010Gumburu, Paluma Nth Queensland |
