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Free Your Mind and Body - Yoga with Julia
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Where do you Yoga?
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Dear Julia,
Spring
is here and summer is finally on the horizon. It is the time of year we
are eager to emerge from the winter blues and renew our fitness regime
in anticipation of sporting our warm weather wardrobes. I am already
dreaming of walking around in sandals and a sundress sans coat, hat,
scarf and the layers of clothes. Have you considered trying Yoga or
increasing your practice frequency to get fit for summer? It is what
keeps me on fit and on my toes!
Where do you Yoga? Ever Yoga on
retreat? On the beach? How about in Greece? Yoga can do all of these
this June on my Yoga Retreat to the beautiful island of Crete. It is
less than two months away and the excitement is building. If you have
not checked out the updated rates
(finally the Euro is moving in my favor!), please do so right away. The
early bird discount expires this Thursday, so now is the time to do
something special for yourself and sign up. I hope you can all join me
for what will be a truly unforgettable vacation in a picturesque
setting.
If you prefer to keep your Yoga local be sure to
check out my ongoing group public classes at Yoga People in Brooklyn
Heights and my new kids classes at Yoga Village in the Flatiron
District, starting on May 4th. If your schedule does not allow you
might consider some private sessions in the comfort of your home.
Be
sure to try out Viparita Karani (aka Legs up the Wall) our Yoga pose to
try this month at home as described below. It is especially calming
before bedtime. Let me know if you have any questions.
I hope to connect with everyone soon!
Have a great day,
Juila (aka the Brooklyn Yogini)
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Retreat to Greece with the Brooklyn Yogini Summer 2010 on the Island of Crete
Join us at the Elounda Bay Palace
The
Brooklyn Yogini, Julia Haramis, is excited to invite you to Retreat to
Greece for eight days of sun, sand and yoga on the northeast coast of
Crete.
Practice yoga daily surrounded by lush gardens and the
Mediterranean Sea. You will return home rejuvenated, invigorated, sun
kissed, and ready for more yoga.
Price of Retreat Includes:
· Six Nights, Seven Days Luxe Hotel Accommodations
· Two Meals a Day (Breakfast and Lunch or Dinner)
· Welcome Gift
· Twice Daily Yoga and Meditation Classes
· Discounted Rates at Hotel Spa
Rates:
Early Bird Rate (Paid in full by April 30th) - Expires this week!
Double Room $2,100.00
Single Room $2,700.00
Regular Rate (Paid in full by June 1st)
Double Room $2,350.00
Single Room $2,950.00
For more details read on....
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Yoga Pose to Try This Month
Viparita Karani - also
known as legs up the wall
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How to set up - Pick a wall that is clear to at least
your hip height. Sit on the floor with one hip to the wall, knees bent, soles
of the feet to the floor and side of the legs against the wall. As you press
into hand farthest from the wall into the floor, swing the leg up and  around
towards the wall and release the back and head on to the floor. You will be
lying on your back with the legs straight up the wall, creating a 90-degree
angle with the body. You want the seat to be either right up against the wall
or a couple of inches away. The feet are flexed and legs hugging close towards
one another. Arms are released at your sides either slightly away from the body
with the palms up or into a T shape at shoulder height for more of an opening
across the chest. Close your eyes and rest here for 10-15 minutes.
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Variations - if the backs of the legs are very tight
allow the seat to come a little bit further away from the wall so the legs are
lea ning into it at a slight angle, if this is still not comfortable allow the
knees to be softly bent. For a slight back bend use a pillow or a rolled up blanket
underneath sacrum to elevate the hips.
- How to come out - draw the soles of the feet to the
wall and bend the knees, take several breaths and then draw the knees into the
chest, giving them and squeeze and slowly roll onto your right side. Rest in
the fetal position for a few breaths. Press into the left palm and slowly make
your way up to sit.
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Benefits - induces the relaxation response by
stimulating the parasympathetic nervous system. Releases lower back pain and
fluid retention in lower body, helps with insomnia, anxiety, headaches, mild
depression and varicose veins.
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Public Group Classes with Julia
Yoga People, Brooklyn Heights
Lunchtime Open Level Vinyasa
Monday and Friday
12:00 - 1:00pm
Intermediate Level Vinyasa
Wednesday
8:15 - 9:30pm
Sub Dates:
Basic Basic Thursday 5/20 8:15 - 9:30pm
Core Yoga Saturday 5/22 4:00 - 5:15pm
Yoga Village, Flatiron District Manhattan
Starting May4th!
Little Yogis - Ages 10-12
Tuesday 4:00 - 4:45
Family Yoga - Parents and Kids Ages 7-10
Tuesday 5:00 - 5:45
For more info on classes
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Private Yoga Sessions
- Have you always wanted to try Yoga but found group classes to be intimidating?
- Have you been practicing for a while but you want a refresher on the basics?
- Do you want more personalized attention and alignment adjustments?
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Are you interested in learning more about how meditation and breath
work can calm the mind and body and reduce the effects of stress?
- Do you want to learn how to use Yoga stretching to increase your flexibility?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, then Private Yoga Sessions are the answer for you!
For more information click here or email us now!
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Yoga Mat Bags at the Brooklyn Yogini Shop
Have you been looking for the perfect Yoga mat bag to stylishly tote your mat around town?
Look no further than the Brooklyn Yogini Shop!
The
beautifully handmade bags are custom made by the Brooklyn Yogini and
her mom in NYC. They are exclusively available for purchase online at
the Shop.
Each bag comes with a matching headband and your
name hand-embroidered on it. Patterns available to suit both men and
women. Be sure to order yours today!
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NYC Nutritionista
Holistic Health Counseling
Are
you interested in learning how you can be a healthier, happier and more
energetic you through improved nutritional and lifestyle choices?
Could one conversation change your life?
Our sister business, NYC Nutritionista,
can help! They will work with you one on one to find ways to transform
you into a more vital, empowered and healthier you. Just say that the
Brooklyn Yogini sent you and your initial Health History consultation
is free. Contact us for more information.
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About Brooklyn Yogini
Julia
is a 500 Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) through the Yoga Alliance. After
completing her 200 RYT and all 108 hours of Anusara Immersions 1, 2,
and 3 at Yoga People, she went on to complete her 500 RYT training at
ISHTA Yoga. She currently teaches Yoga to group classes, private
clients, senior citizens, corporate clients and on retreats. Her style
is an alignment based Vinyasa flow that incorporates breathing
techniques and meditation, suitable for all levels of experience and
physical fitness.
For more information on Julia, click here.
Brooklyn Yogini
Julia K. Haramis
Brooklyn, 11201
718-797-0889
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