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What is Yoga? Yoga originated in India; it is literally translated as "union." This is often interpreted as a union with your breath and your physical body, the breath and the mind; and for some- the mind, breath, body and soul. Yoga is a tool we can use to find union and peace with our bodies, minds, souls and everything inside and outside of us.
Yoga practices include:
Yoga can be used for:
Yoga meets you where you're at; some people find comfort in a soothing and gentle restorative practice while others might enjoy a physical challenge involving inversions, "flowing" from one posture to the next to build strength and stamina. Yoga postures and breathing exercises are for everyone regardless of age, experience or physical limitations. I approach practicing and teaching yoga with a non-harming attitude and loving kindness. I have a background and experience teaching Hatha, Vinyasa & restorative yogas. I believe yoga should give you energy- not take energy from you. After practicing you shouldn't feel exhausted, but vibrant & refreshed with clarity of mind. |
Private Sessions |
I teach regular drop-in classes at Anchorage Yoga. However, many people prefer private sessions. A private session is great for those who are new to yoga or have something specific they would like to work on or learn. Private sessions can be 1 on 1, or you can arrange for a session with a small group. (great for friends, couples, family members or co-workers!)
Where? Private sessions can be arranged through Anchorage Yoga or through me directly if you'd like to meet at your home or work place. How Long? I typically suggest between 1-2 hours. Private Sessions with friends? Absolutely. Private sessions don't have to be 1 on 1; you can arrange for a session with a small group. (great for friends, couples, family members or co-workers!) I have taught yoga seminars and group classes:
How Much Does it Cost? Please see Rates page. |
"Most of us are accustomed to looking outside of ourselves for fulfillment. We are living in a world that conditions us to believe that outer attainments can give us what we want. Yet again and again our experiences show us that nothing external can completely fulfill the deep longing within for "something more." Most of the time, however, we find ourselves striving toward that which always seems to lie just beyond our reach. We are caught up in doing rather than being, in action rather than awareness. It is hard for us to picture a state of complete calmness and repose in which thoughts and feelings cease to dance in perpetual motion. Yet it is through such a state of quietude that we can touch a level of joy and understanding impossible to achieve otherwise.
This ancient spiritual science offers a direct means of stilling the natural turbulence of thoughts and restlessness of body that prevent us from knowing what we really are."
-http://www.yogananda-srf.org/What_Is_Yoga,_Really_.aspx#.VfHPHSinA20
This ancient spiritual science offers a direct means of stilling the natural turbulence of thoughts and restlessness of body that prevent us from knowing what we really are."
-http://www.yogananda-srf.org/What_Is_Yoga,_Really_.aspx#.VfHPHSinA20