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Deeper Roots: A Closer Look at the Practice
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Amanda Duncan
Sundays, October 6 & 20, November 3 & 17
1:00 - 3:00pm
Cost: $100; drop in $30
Bethesda Studio 7832 Wisconsin Ave Bethesda, MD 20814
School's back so join Amanda this fall for four Sundays of "yoga school." Learn tools that you can start implementing in your classes right away. This course is aimed at teachers, but all yogis willing to to "look under the hood" will come away with an appreciation for the depth of their practice. Bring your notebook, your inquisitive mind, and your explorer's heart! - Applied Philosophy | October 6 - The Yoga Sutras, the Upanishads, and the Vedas are incredibly rich and textured documents, but their age and nuance can make them inaccessible for modern students, even those who are teachers! Amanda will illuminate selections from these texts so that you will be able to digest them, understand them, and live through them in your practice.
- Applied Theming | October 20 - Stories are a uniquely human creation, and they can speak to universal truths between us. We will draw on our personal experiences, popular and ancient lore, and yoga’s roots to develop themes that connect with students to add richness and depth to class.
- Applied Anatomy | November 3 - You know where your hamstrings are, so what? Our bodies are incredibly complex and subtle, and knowing how to “turn on” the right alignment and engagement can make a tremendous difference. We will discuss how to cue and teach Yogaworks’ principles of “root and rebound” and “align, stabilize, and elongate”, as well as how to identify differences in unique bodies.
- Applied Asana & Pranayama | November 17 - Real-life postures are rarely as "picture perfect" as we see in books or on social media. Props and modifications can help, but the first step is seeing where space is needed. We will practice seeing bodies and identifying where and how the modification will be helpful. We will also look at using breath when teaching, and how we can guide our students to better breath awareness.
Amanda Duncan: For me, yoga is a way to get back to my “original factory settings.” I started my yoga practice to lose weight, but in the process, I began to refine my mind and heal and strengthen my body. I felt younger and better, fundamentally. It is my hope to guide you towards this goal too, so that you can learn tools to help you be the best “you” shape possible. I love hearing success stories, share yours with me the next time you see me!
Full payment is required to reserve a space in workshops. All workshops are non-refundable. Cancellations made two weeks or more prior to workshop start date will be issued a store credit. No store credit will be given for cancellations made less than two weeks prior to workshop start date. YogaWorks is not responsible for any costs incurred for travel arrangements or accommodations related to this event.
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Bethesda, MD
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Yoga As Narration
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Mary Lyle Buff
Sunday, November 16, 2019 2:00-4:00pm Free - this is a part of Mary Lyle's 300hr Thesis
Dupont Circle 1632 17th St NW Washington, DC 20009 202-328-9642
An exploration of the evolution of humanity, the role of stories, and the practice of yoga as a guide to understanding and developing the self.
Come explore the use of asana, sutra, sound, breath, and meditation as tools of self-storytelling in this two hour workshop with Mary Lyle Buff. A culmination of her 300 hr Advanced Teacher Training, this thesis presentation uses examples and research from within the yoga tradition and the worlds of literature and science to explain how the yoga practice can be used to retell the narrative of your life and transform both perspective and perception. An hour of discussion and play will be followed by an hour of guided practice to give you time to experiment with the tools presented and find what resonates with you. This is part of the Tranquil Space Affiliated 300hr Teacher Training Thesis presentation and represents many hours of study.
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Dupont Circle, DC
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Prenatal Relaxation Bliss
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Barbara Jazzo & Elizabeth Berendt
Saturday, November 16, 2019 5:00-7:00pm Cost: $50 Arlington Studio 3528 Wilson Blvd Arlington, VA 22201 Come and be pampered as you relax in restorative yoga poses by candle light, and receive massage and assists. There will also be inspirational readings and music, guided breathwork and meditations, to help you relax into the miraculous journey of pregnancy, birthing and motherhood. Elizabeth Berendt and Barbara Jazzo (massage therapist and childbirth educator) will lead you this session. Barbara Jazzo, is a licensed massage therapist who specializes in pre-and-postnatal massage and has been practicing in the area for close to 30 years. She taught childbirth and comfort measures classes in a number of Washington area hospitals for over 15 years. She loves the idea of combining yoga and massage as a way to prepare mom's for childbirth. Elizabeth Berendt is a RPYT (Registered Prenatal Yoga Teacher), and has trained in MBCP (MIndfulness Based Childbirth and Parenting) with Nancy Bardacke, CNM. She enjoys teaching yoga and mindfulness to women during the transitions of pregnancy, birth and new motherhood. Elizabeth started teaching prenatal yoga in 2011. Full payment is required to reserve a space in workshops. All workshops are non-refundable. Cancellations made two (2) weeks or more prior to workshop start date will be issued store credit. No store credit will be given for cancellations made less than two (2) weeks prior to workshop start date. YogaWorks is not responsible for any costs incurred for travel arrangements or accommodations related to this event.
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Arlington, VA
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Intro & Practice: USA Yoga Federation Competition
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Thomas Forbang
Saturday, November 16, 2019
2:30 - 4:30 pm
Cost: $40, register by 11/9 save $5
Fairfax Studio 3950 University Dr. Fairfax, VA 22030 571.572.9583
Have you heard about USA Yoga Asana competitions? Curious to learn more and take your practice to the next level? Then, join Thomas Forbang, 2019 bronze medal winner of the USA National Yoga Asanas and 2018 gold medal winner of the USA National and International Yoga Asana competitions, for a session to learn the new International Yoga Sports Federation (IYSF) posture guidelines, learn how to prepare and share tips for competing in the Youth, Adult, and Adult 50+ Divisions.
Due to the new 2019 International Yoga Sports Federation (IYSF) posture guidelines, this is a MUST attend workshop for all who intend to compete and is open to all who are curious or serious about competing.
Full payment is required to reserve a space in workshops. All workshops are non-refundable. Cancellations made two (2) weeks or more prior to workshop start date will be issued store credit. No store credit will be given for cancellations made less than two (2) weeks prior to workshop start date. YogaWorks is not responsible for any costs incurred for travel arrangements or accommodations related to this event.
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Fairfax, VA
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Mama Chakras: Exploring the energetic body of pregnancy and childbirth
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Megan Cole
Sunday, November 17, 2019 10:00-12:00pm Free, this is a part of Meg's 300hr thesis Space is limited
Dupont Circle 1632 17th St NW Washington, DC 20009 202-328-9642 This 2 hour workshop will explore the changes of the energetic body during pregnancy and birth, allowing for insights that promote healing and presence in motherhood. Utilizing the chakra system as a roadmap, we will explore the impact of pregnancy on our energetic bodies through insightful lecture, gentle meditation, and journaling exercise. Meg is a 200 hr- RYT yoga instructor and longtime member of the beloved Tranquil Space community. As a registered nurse with over a decade of experience working in the fields of mental health and woman and infant health, she is passionate about supporting women in their journey into motherhood. She is completing her 300 hr RYT certification through the affiliate Tranquil Space Teacher Training. This is part of the Tranquil Space Affiliated 300hr Teacher Training Thesis presentation and represents many hours of study.
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Dupont Circle, DC
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Connecting the Energy Body with Our Bones: An Exploration of the Lower Chakras and the Pelvis
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TBD TBD
Lead by Alexandra Russell as a part of her 300hr thesis Sunday, November 17, 2019 12:15-2:15pm Free Dupont Circle 1632 17th St NW Washington, DC 20009 202-328-9642 In this two hour workshop we will delve into the lower three chakras and explore how they are connected to the anatomical structures nearby where these energy centers exist. We will also discuss the physical features of the pelvis including the muscles that help stabilize our pelvic floor. Students will leave with a better understand of how different poses and practices can help us get in tune with this region both physiologically and energetically. All practitioners, including pregnant people, are welcome to come and learn more about this mysterious and often poorly understood region of the body. Teacher Bio:
Alex completed her 200-hour yoga teacher training in the jungles and on the beaches of Jaco, Costa Rica in 2014. She then went on to earn her 85-hour prenatal yoga certification through the Shakti Inspired training lead by ISHTA teacher April Puciata, and is currently working towards her 300-hour advanced teacher training. In addition to her yoga trainings, Alex has extensive experience working with pregnant people and their families in various capacities including as a doula, childbirth educator, labor and delivery nurse, and now as a midwifery and women’s health nurse practitioner student. Alex believes that the art of yoga allows the practitioner to relax, center, breathe, and be in touch with one’s body and soul. Her classes provide an opportunity for students to listen to their bodies and move in a way that feels intuitive and empowering. Alex's teaching reflects her belief that yoga is for everyone, and does not have to look a certain way. Expect to walk out of class feeling refreshed and ready to conquer whatever the day may bring!
This is part of the Tranquil Space Affiliated 300hr Teacher Training Thesis presentation and represents many hours of study.
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Dupont Circle, DC
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Nada Yoga: Finding Peace Through Sound
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Jolie Lee
Saturday, November 23, 2019 2:00-4:00pm Free - this is part of Jolie's 300hr thesis Dupont Circle 1632 17th St NW Washington, DC 20009 202-328-9642 How can the use of sound in your yoga practice lead to transformation and healing? The 2-hour workshop explores the teachings of Nada Yoga, the yoga of sound. We will discuss how mantras can help focus and calm the mind, as well as specific mantras that target the chakras, or main energy centers. You will experience these practices first-hand through a combination of chanting, movement and meditation. Appropriate for all levels.
This is part of the Tranquil Space Affiliated 300hr Teacher Training Thesis presentation and represents many hours of study.
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Dupont Circle, DC
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Expand your Yoga Toolkit: An Exploration of Acrobatic Yoga for Healing
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Kris Cox
Saturday, November 23, 2019 4:30-6:30pm Free - this is part of Kris's 300hr thesis Dupont Circle 1632 17th St NW Washington, DC 20009 202-328-9642 Join Kris for an exploration of acrobatic yoga practices for healing. Acro yoga is a practice that embodies the principles of yoga, and pairs asana with partner-based trust and surrender practices, all tied together with a spirit of playfulness. Acro yoga is one tool beyond your usual asana practice that can be used for healing – of body, mind, and spirit. This workshop will also briefly discuss existing knowledge about how everyday stress and trauma can affect the body and mind. Understand how stress and trauma work, and how you can use asana practice and other tools to counter their effects. No experience in acro yoga necessary, and no partner required. Come ready to work with other yogis to explore and try new shapes and practices.
This is part of the Tranquil Space Affiliated 300hr Teacher Training Thesis presentation and represents many hours of study.
Kris Cox completed her 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training in 2010 at Tranquil Space Yoga Studio in Washington DC, and pursued further yoga education at studios in Boston and DC. She helped establish and run Yego Yoga [Yes Yoga!], a pop-up yoga collective in Kigali, Rwanda, where she lived and taught yoga for 3 years. Her yoga toolkit includes acrobatic yoga (solar and lunar) and slackline yoga. She is currently pursuing her 500-hour Yoga Teacher certification, with a focus on trauma-informed yoga and yogic tools beyond traditional asana practice, expected 2019.
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Dupont Circle, DC
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Yoga 101: Basics of Vinyasa
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Kelly Tobin
Sunday November 24, 2019 1:00 - 3:30 PM Cost: $45 Dupont Circle 1632 17th St NW Washington, D.C. 20009 202.328.9642 A 2.5-hour workshop for introducing the basics of vinyasa yoga. Explore alignment and breathing along with basic poses and relaxation techniques. Geared for the brand new beginner or those curious about yoga.
Please bring your own mat if you have one, a water bottle, hand towel and any questions you have. Kelly Tobin loves teaching all levels from newbies to advanced, and enjoys the community yoga creates. An enthusiastic DC yogi since 2006, Kelly completed her RYT200 Yoga Certification in Vinyasa Flow from Tranquil Space Dupont (now Yoga Works) in 2009. She incorporates yogic themes from Patanjali’s Sutras and the Chakras system as well as readings from spiritual leaders such as Pema Chodrun, and Thich Nhat Hanh. Kelly also teaches Meditation and is certified in Fuse Pilates and teaches yoga with a focus on core (upon request). With her keen eye on alignment, Kelly gives assists throughout class to students open to receiving them. Kelly practices karma yoga, having taught yoga at St Elizabeth’s Hospital, Rock Recovery Center, etc. if this sounds good- find your inner peace and balance in Kelly’s yoga and meditation classes. Full payment is required to reserve a space in workshops. All workshops are non-refundable. Cancellations made two weeks or more prior to workshop start date will be issued store credit. No store credit will be given for cancellations made less than two weeks prior to workshop start date. YogaWorks is not responsible for any costs incurred for travel arrangements or accommodations related to this event.
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Dupont Circle, DC
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Super Pilates Workshop
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Jenny Chestnut
Saturday, November 30, 2019 6:00 - 8:00 PM
Cost: $40, register by 11/23 save $5
Fairfax Studio
3950 University Dr. Fairfax, VA 22030 571.572.9583
2 Hour Hot Pilates Class - double the time and double the fun! Work to the max! Burn thousands of calories and tone and sculpt your summer body. Also an extended stretching and savasna at the end!
Jenny Chestnut is a Registered Yoga Teacher. She has a 200 hour certification in Hot Yoga and Vinyasa, a 100 hour certification in Advanced Yin and certifications in SPA, Hot Pilates, Hot Barre and Pure Power. She is also a Certified Holistic Health Coach and Detox Specialist.
Full payment is required to reserve a space in workshops. All workshops are non-refundable. Cancellations made two weeks or more prior to workshop start date will be issued an account credit. No credit will be given for cancellations made less than two weeks prior to workshop start date. YogaWorks is not responsible for any costs incurred for travel arrangements or accommodations related to this event.
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Fairfax, VA
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Spa Yoga Workshop
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Bernadete Alves
Saturday December 7, 2019 6:30 - 8:00 PM Cost:$30
Bethesda Studio 7832 Wisconsin Ave. Bethesda, MD 20814 301.215.7820
SPA Yoga® is a slow-flow (gentle vinyasa flow), including floor-based postures, giving you a whole-body sensory experience. By engaging all five of the senses with soft candlelight, soothing music, aromatherapy, hands-on assists and a renewed awareness of taste (sometimes chocolate!), SPA Yoga® aligns practitioners with the inner wisdom of deep relaxation. The slow flow physical practice takes time to open the body’s subtle energy and prepares students to experience new depths of awareness in an extended, guided savasana. Be prepared to feel like you just walked out of a SPA! Bernadetebegan practicing hot yoga since 2001 in Denver and by chance took a vinyasa flow and fell in love with it, enough that she became a 500-hr RYT. She enjoys physical practice of yoga asanas, yet she found the meditative aspect of the practice made a significant and meaningful impact in her life in and off the mat. "I love the way my body feels when I practice. I feel peaceful, free, happy, and connected and that why I teach. I want to share the yoga practice with everybody so they can be happier and more connected within and others" Full payment is required to reserve a space in workshops. All workshops are non-refundable. Cancellations made two weeks or more prior to workshop start date will be issued store credit. No store credit will be given for cancellations made less than two weeks prior to workshop start date. YogaWorks is not responsible for any costs incurred for travel arrangements or accommodations related to this event.
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Bethesda, MD
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Let's Make an Evening of It
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Amanda Duncan
Saturday, December 7, 2019 3:00-7:00pm Cost: $80, register by 12/1 save $5 3950 University Dr Fairfax, VA 22030 571-572-9583 Join Amanda for an unforgettably crafted evening of asana, pranayama, meditation, and more. We will begin with a focused workshop, then apply those principles in a yoga class. Following, we will breathe, chant, and then close the evening with relaxing nidra (guided meditation). If you have ever laid in savasana and wished you didn't have to leave, this event is for you! Bring a date for a fun evening, bring a friend to share in the joy, or bring your singularly radiant Self to connect deeper with! Space is very limited. Amanda Duncan: For me, yoga is a way to get back to my “original factory settings.” I started my yoga practice to lose weight, but in the process, I began to refine my mind and heal and strengthen my body. I felt younger and better, fundamentally. It is my hope to guide you towards this goal too, so that you can learn tools to help you be the best “you” shape possible. I love hearing success stories, share yours with me the next time you see me! Full payment is required to reserve a space in workshops. All workshops are non-refundable. Cancellations made two (2) weeks or more prior to workshop start date will be issued store credit. No store credit will be given for cancellations made less than two (2) weeks prior to workshop start date. YogaWorks is not responsible for any costs incurred for travel arrangements or accommodations related to this event.
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Fairfax, VA
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