NEW Yoga Classes Begin Soon!

Happy Autumn! What a magnificent time of year...

After a wonderful visit with my family, friends, and yoga teacher back in the States, I am excited to return to Christchurch and dive back into my life, my classes, and the glory of the autumn season.

Check out my timetable for NEW class venues and times this session! Look forward to a session of yoga that goes deep, is grounded in the support and delight of community, and is (as always) seriously playful!

Spaces are limited.
Please contact me if you are interested in joining a class.
Enrol in two or more classes this session and you'll receive 10% off your total costs.

See you in class!!


Returning to (AND Moving From) Source!

Autumn reminds me that beauty and grace are possible in TRANSITIONS.

All of nature, all of life is in constant cycle. Life IS flux, flow, a never ending dance or pulsation. As we move with this flow, we meet changes, challenges, and new possibilities on every level - body, mind, & spirit. While we may not have control over the external cycles of nature, it is during these transition times that we can PRACTICE how to move skillfully and gracefully with all of the changes in our life from a place of inner steadiness.

As nature outside begins to turn more inwards, we also have the opportunity to bring our awareness within and explore the deep inner beliefs that are shaping our lives. We can make the choice to let go of the beliefs that no longer serve us and cultivate with creativity and clarity those beliefs that will give us the vision and strength to participate fully in this life. No matter what arises!

In yoga, we practice EMBODYING our inner beliefs and intentions. By doing this, the vision of life that moves and inspires us is no longer just a "nice idea". It becomes our lived experience every day and the place from which we move out vibrantly in this world - in relationship to others and to all of life.

How amazing is that!

Let Your Light SHINE!

Last week, a group of passionate and playful yogis from New Zealand and Australia met here in Christchurch for New Zealand's FIRST EVER Anusara Yoga Immersion I. While assisting certified Anusara teacher BJ Galvan, I had the priviledge, pleasure, and sheer delight of watching such beauty, lightness, and joy unfold again and again ~ body, mind, & spirit ~ on and off the yoga mats!



In the practice of Anusara Yoga, you are asked not just to "perform postures" but to use your "posture" as a vehicle or tool to EMBODY your deepest intentions. To remember and express the deepest longings of your heart.

BJ's first Anusara Yoga workshop in Christchurch was called "Let the Light In!". After organizing and being part of this recent gathering, I would say that the theme of this Immersion was "Let Your Light SHINE".

Summer Yoga Session Starts Jan 19th!

Happy New Year!

As we come into the fullness of summer, the season of abundance and celebration, please join me for a new session of yoga classes in Christchurch!

Summer Yoga Session
January 19th- March 31st
No classes on Feb 6th or Feb 16th-24th (Immersion being held at this time!)
Spaces are limited! Please contact me by email or phone to reserve your space in class.

Can't wait for January 19th????
Join me for an early Mixed Level Class on Jan 16th!

Jan 16th, 9:00-10:30am
Mixed Level Yoga
Cashmere Masonic Centre
All levels welcome, $13
Please email or call me to reserve your space!

Wanting to bring more yoga into your life this new year?
Here are TWO ways I can help!!

1) Sign up for two yoga classes this session and receive a 10% discount off your total enrolment fees!
2) Enrol in one regular yoga class and attend any other classes casually for the cheaper rate of $15 per class! Space permitting.

I look forward to seeing you in class soon!
Please feel free to contact me for more information about upcoming classes and/or workshops.

Anusara Weekend Workshop with BJ Galvan

Scenes from our recent Anusara Weekend Workshop,
Let the Light In!, here in Christchurch...

What a fantastic weekend of playful teaching by Certified Anusara teacher BJ Galvan :) We were blessed to have her share her passion, enthusiasm, and open hearted authenticity with us for two full days!

Here's what one participant shared afterwards,
"I loved everything about the workshops. I loved that you introduced yourself individually to everyone in the class before the workshop started – it felt very inclusive and welcoming. I loved that a variety of body types and abilities were used to demonstrate postures – you made me feel that everyone has endless potential and anything is possible. I loved that asanas that might seem impossible were approached in small steps and before you knew what was happening you were in the posture. Your energy and enthusiasm radiates from you and is very uplifting to be around. You are extremely generous with your time and knowledge, and your passion for yoga and life is infectious. I can’t wait until you return…"

BJ will be back in Christchurch in Feb 2009 to offer (for the first time ever in NZ) an Anusara Immersion I. See more details listed right!

5 Week Yoga Session Starts Nov 10th - City South Venues

Despite a return to wet wintery weather this weekend, Monday's brilliant sunshine was well worth waiting for. What a glorious finish for our long Labour Weekend! It certainly hinted of good things to come...

Late Spring is a time of new growth, continued nurturance, and ripening towards fruition. It is a wonderful time of year to feed and nurture the seeds of your deepest intentions, to get outdoors and reconnect with the earth, and to nourish and celebrate those relationships and activities in our life that support us and bring us deepest joy. Summer is a season of fullness, what is called in Sanskrit PURNA. Purna is the kind of fullness that is so abundant that it continues to unfold and reveal its beauty and bounty without lacking for anything or ever being depleted.

Fingers crossed for my veggie garden!!

Join me for a new session of yoga classes beginning November 10th. EMBODY this season of abundance and celebration as we move towards Summer!!

Spaces are limited. Please contact me via email or phone to reserve your space in class.

Anusara Inspired Yoga NOW in the CENTRAL CITY!

I am excited to announce that I will now offer two NEW yoga classes in the Central City!
If you've been wanting a central location or have been thinking about picking up an extra class this Spring, here's your chance!!


9 Week Spring Yoga Session
October 16th - December 18th (no class Nov. 20th)
Canterbury College of Natural Medicine (Salisbury St entrance, near Hagley Park/Park Terrace)

6:00-7:00pm Beginning Yoga
7:00-8:30pm Intermediate Yoga (prereq - prior enrolment in a Mixed Level Yoga class)

1 hr course $108
1.5 hr course $123

Spaces are limited. Advance and early registration suggested.
Casuals $15/$18, space permitting.
Payment due on or before the first day of class.


Join me this Spring for yoga in the city! Please phone to register for class and reserve your space.

NEW Spring Classes Start Sept. 1st

Our still too few but refreshingly lovely days have hinted at good things coming our way. Sunshine, warm breezes, fragrant flowers, AND best of all the longer daylight hours of Spring! They WILL be here soon.

As you prepare your spirit, mind, and body to transition out of this heavier winter season, you'll find that a regular practice of yoga is a wonderful way to lighten the load and help you open to a fresh perspective on life and new growth on all levels.

The 9 week Spring Yoga session starts Sept. 1st!
Spaces are limited, please contact me to reserve your place.
THIS TERM - Enroll in two weekly classes and get 10% off total cost!

OTHER NEWS

Don't miss the upcoming Anusara Weekend Workshop, LET THE LIGHT IN with Certified Anusara Instructor BJ Galvan, Nov 1 & 2. See timetable and details at right.
$150 before Sept. 15th!