Yoga School of South County
Classes and Schedule
Grand Re-Opening!
September 11, 2010
YSSC is celebrating our Grand Re-Opening after the recent flood. Check out our renewed, improved studio; sample classes; and meet our renewed and inspired teachers.
Click here for details,
and here to learn more about two Yoga for Peace Practices in the Park scheduled to begin the day.
| BASICS: |
Our
in-depth 8 week sessions were developed for those students who wish to
"begin at the beginning" with a consistent group of committed
individuals . Whether this is your first yoga class or you've
taken many, our program will give you a solid foundation for starting
or continuing your yoga practice. 6-week sessions |
| Session I |
| Monday |
June 14 - July 19 |
6:15 - 7:15pm |
| Wednesday |
June 16 - July 21 |
9:00 - 10:15am |
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| Session II |
| Monday |
July 26 - August 30 |
6:15 - 7:15pm |
| Wednesday |
July 28 - September 1 |
9:00 - 10:15am |
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| BEYOND BASICS: |
For
those who have completed YSSC Yoga Basics. Become comfortable and
proficient at various yoga routines and begin to develop a home
practice. Soon you may find yourself doing yoga every day and loving
it! 6-week sessions |
| Session I |
| Thursday |
June 17 - July 22 |
9:00 - 10:15am |
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| Session II |
| Thursday |
July 29 - September 2 |
9:00 - 10:15am |
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| MYSORE: |
Students
are taught individually the basic elements for a regular daily practice
and, once proficient, practice on their own under the guidance of a
qualified teacher. Ongoing registration |
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| Sunday |
Earlier times available for regular practitioners |
7:00 - 9:30am |
| Monday – Friday |
Earlier times available for regular practitioners |
6:30 - 8:30am |
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| OPEN YOGA: |
Still
your mind; create a beautiful body. Suited to the needs of the
students. Expect a challenge while covering the fundamentals in a
relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. All levels welcome.
6-week sessions
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| Session I |
| Thursday |
June 17 - July 22 |
5:30 - 6:45pm |
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| Session II |
| Thursday |
July 29 - September 2 |
5:30 - 6:45pm |
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| GENTLE PRENATAL YOGA: |
Learn
how to relax into your transforming body and prepare for your baby
through breathing exercises and comfortable, gentle yoga poses. No yoga
experience necessary. 6-week sessions |
| Session I |
| Saturday |
June 19 - July 24 |
10:20 - 11:20am |
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| Session II |
| Saturday |
July 31 - September 4 |
10:20 - 11:20am |
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| MOMMY & BABY YOGA: |
Babies,
10 weeks to 10 months (or crawling), join their mommies in a bonding
session of yoga, relaxation, and natural parenting tips. Bring a baby
blanket and diaper bag. Daycare available for siblings. 6-week sessions |
| Session I |
| Wednesday |
June 16 - July 21 |
10:30 - 11:30am |
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| Session II |
| Wednesday |
July 28 - September 1 |
10:30 - 11:30am |
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| MOM'S YOGA: |
Have
you been wanting to do yoga, but don't want to leave the kids with a
babysitter? Join a group of moms and share the daycare right at our
lovely studio. The village green playbround is right outside our door.
Please call 782-9511 to sign up for daycare. 6 week sessions |
| Session I |
| Friday |
June 18 - July 23 |
9:15 - 10:15am |
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| Session II |
| Friday |
July 30 - September 3 |
9:15 - 10:15am |
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| VINYASA YOGA: |
Vinyasa
-- the linking of body and movement to breath -- brings one's yoga
practice to deep states of awareness and calm. Learn various
sequences of breath-synchronized movements and experience the power of
transformation. 6-week sessions |
| Session I |
| Tuesday |
June 15 - July 20 |
6:15 - 7:30pm |
| Saturday |
June 19 - July 24 |
9:00 - 10:15am |
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| Session II |
| Tuesday |
July 27 - August 31 |
6:15 - 7:30pm |
| Saturday |
July 31 - September 4 |
9:00 - 10:15am |
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| GENTLE YOGA: |
In
this class, we’ll take it slow and easy and address any limitations due
to injury, long term inactivity, physical disability, age, weight, etc.
No experience necessary. 6 week sessions |
| Session I |
| Tuesday |
June 15 - July 22 |
9:00 - 10:15am |
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| Session II |
| Tuesday |
July 27 - August 31 |
9:00 - 10:15am |
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| INTRODUCTION TO MEDITATION: |
Learn the basics to support a seated meditation practice. |
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| Session I |
| Monday |
June 14 - July 19 |
5:00 - 5:45pm |
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| Session II |
| Monday |
June 26 - August 30 |
5:00 - 5:45pm |
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| YOGA IN THE PARK: |
Appreciate the simple and free gifts of sky, earth, freah air and breeze in a more profound and conscious way as we bring our yoga practice to the park right outside our school. Please bring a towel or blanket. In the event of rain, class will be cancelled. |
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| Saturday |
June 26 - August 28 |
7:00 - 8:00am |
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WORKSHOPS
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| THE EIGHT LIMBS OF YOGA: |
An introduction to the ancient (3,000 years) outline for
well-being used by yogis throughout the centuries and
throughout the world. The Eight Limbs of Yoga provides
us with a clear and concise guide to the fundamental and
universal principles of yoga and well-being. No yoga
experience necessary. |
| 1st Wednesday of the month |
| July 7, Aug 4 |
Free and open to the public |
5:30 - 6:30pm |
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| YOGA AND WALKING: |
Learn
how yogic principles of alignment, posture and breathing relate to
everyday walking. Gain an understanding of how to "carry" your
yoga practice through your day by practicing "prana walking." A
posture and gait analysis will be done for each student. |
| 2nd Wednesday of the month |
| July 14, Aug 11 |
$12 R/$15 NR per workshop |
5:30 - 7:00pm |
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| INVERSIONS AND ARM BALANCES: |
Learning
good alignment and balance while upside down illuminates and
strengthens our understanding of our daily “upside right”
existence. |
| 3rd Wednesday of the month |
| July 21, Aug 18 |
$12 R/$15 NR per workshop |
5:30 - 7:00pm |
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| LAST WEDNESDAY WORKSHOPS : |
The last Wednesday of each month, YSSC will host a special someone from the holistic community. |
| 3rd Wednesday of the month |
| July 28, Aug 25 |
Check website month prior for details. |
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| YOGA AND BALLROOM DANCE |
Good
alignment is good balance is good dancing! Where can you find out
about your alignment? At Yoga School of South County's Yoga and
Ballroom workshop, of course. Come to one or all three.
Please bring a partner. No yoga or dance experience needed. |
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| Saturday, July 10 |
$18R/$23NR |
5:30 - 7:30pm |
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| MEDITATION TO REDUCE STRESS: |
Prepare for a seated meditation practice by learning yogic tools to move the energy, free the hips for sitting, calm the mind and tone the body. Discover how to go "beyond the breath." Taught by Ram Smith, a yoga teacher in the Ananda tradition for over 30 years. |
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| Saturday, July 31 |
$18R/$23NR |
4:00 - 6:00pm |
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| YOGA AT SARI SANCTUARY: |
Sari Sanctuary, dedicated to Sarah Sari McClarnon in her honor, and in this beautiful, natural setting, we'll seek to connect with the life energy that binds all living things.
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| Saturday, August 14 |
$5 donation |
8:30 - 9:30am |
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Click here for a month-at-a-glance calendar.
Private Yoga:
Organize
a yoga class for yourself, your family, friends, or co-workers. Think
of a private yoga class as an hour with a personal trainer, life coach,
and meditation specialist. An individual or group (up to 10 people)
session is $60. Please call 782-9511 for scheduling and more
information.
Teacher Training:
Our
500 hour teacher training program meets and exceeds the national
standards for certifying yoga teachers. Ongoing registration for
this program allows students to begin whenever ready. Our teacher
training program runs concurrent with regularly scheduled classes and
is supplemented with weekend workshops. Please see
makeitsoyoga.com for curriculum guidelines and an application.
Location: Yoga School
| Teachers: |
Richard Toohey, ERYT*
Rose Russo, ERYT
Charles F. Samson, MD
*ERYT – Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher |