Align: AUTUMN

by | Aug 21, 2023 | Events & Workshops, Studio News

Align: Autumn

Saturday, 10.07.23 or Saturday, 10.21.23

Teacher:
Kelsey Carrasquel

Dates:
Saturday, 10.07.23
OR
Saturday, 10.21.23
Time:
2PM – 5PM

Investment:
$125
Early Bird $100

Supportive Seasonal Practices with Kelsey
The Align workshop series is a combination of conversation & practicum, in which a small yet diverse group of participants are given the opportunity to develop their own practices that are in alignment with the season of life they are in, and to engage in intimate and expansive conversations with one another about how they each uniquely resonate with those seasons. This particular workshop focuses on the season of Autumn, both as a season of the earth that influences us and our wellbeing, and also as a reflection of a season of letting go one might be experiencing in their personal life.

Autumn is a season of gratitude and release. Autumn reminds us that the abundance that comes from tending to ourselves and our inner work is best shared with our community & loved ones. This season is an opportunity for us to honor our hard work that we’ve completed in the previous seasons, and to start to hope and dream for the future. That might be by celebrating our symbolic harvest, or by respectfully letting go of what did not come to be, so it may be fertilizer in the next season of growth. This workshop focuses on practices that facilitate an easeful process of release & letting go, and honoring the emotions that come with that process.

Students who register for the workshop will receive a seasonal workbook and can expect to explore the following:

  • Learn about the seasonal resonances of Autumn from the perspective of Eastern philosophy & medicine systems.
  • Explore how Autumn uniquely resonates with you.
  • Learn about rituals and practices that support and balance the energy of Autumn.
  • Work in a seasonal workbook (provided) that prompts putting these concepts into practice.
  • Be in a brave space together for discussion on these topics.

This workshop is limited to 5 students per weekend to create an intimate and comfortable environment for conversation amongst participants.

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Align: Summer

by | May 30, 2023 | Events & Workshops, Studio News

Align: Summer

July 15, 2023 OR July 22, 2023

Teacher:
Kelsey Carrasquel

Dates:
Saturday, 07.15.23
OR
Saturday, 07.22.23

Time:
2PM – 5PM

Investment:
$125
Early Bird $100

Supportive Seasonal Practices with Kelsey
Summer is a season of sowing and nourishing.  During summer, we are invited to be in the joy of doing our inner and outer work, and leaving ample time to restore ourselves so we may stay motivated and nourished by our efforts.  Summer is an ideal time to be actively tending to your intentions and goals, and you might notice some of your seeds might be growing exactly right, just how you planned.  Other seeds might need some extra support to make it all the way to harvest.  This workshop focuses on practices that support you on your journey to manifesting your intentions, especially when the going gets tough.

Students who register for the workshop will receive a seasonal workbook and can expect to explore the following:

  • Name & define the season of Summer from the perspective of Eastern medicine systems.
  • Learn the seasonal resonances of Summer from the perspective of Eastern medicine systems.
  • Explore how Summer uniquely resonates with you.
  • Learn about rituals and practices that support and balance the energy of Summer.
  • Work in a seasonal workbook (provided) that prompts putting these concepts into practice.
  • Be in a brave space together for discussion on these topics.

This workshop will be offered twice in July. Space is limited to 5 students/workshop.

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Summer Solstice Somatic Flow & Restorative Class

by | May 30, 2023 | Events & Workshops, Studio News

Summer Solstice Somatic Flow & Restorative Class

Sunday, 06.25.2023

Calm down and connect breath & body with this slow somatic practice and restorative yoga class with Kelsey Carrasquel.
Calm down and connect breath & body with this slow somatic practice and restorative yoga class with Kelsey Carrasquel.

The term “somatic” means “embodied” and refers to slow movements that allow you to feel into your body from an awareness within.  This allows the muscles to relax fully and rewires any habitual patterns that lead to pain.

Restorative Yoga is a gentle practice that relaxes the body through fully supported, long held postures and brings the mind into a quiet & restful state.
During the heat of summer, our mind’s and emotions can become hot, too.  The faster pace of life in summertime leaves less time for respite and restoration.  Carve out a little time on the afternoon of Sunday, June 25th to find some peace and coolness from within.

Place: 409 East Main Street
Date: Sunday, 06.25.2023
Time: 2-3:15pm
Teacher: Kelsey Carrasquel
Investment: $25

REGISTER HERE

Ashtanga Yoga Immersion with Tara Mitra

by | May 3, 2023 | Events & Workshops, Studio News

Ashtanga Yoga Immersion with Tara Mitra

05.19-05.21.2023

REGISTER HERE
Ashtanga Yoga Immersion with Tara Mitra
FRIDAY

7:00am-7:45am – Pranayama & Chanting
8:00am-10:00am. – Mysore Practice (Primary Series Only)
10:00am-2:00pm – BREAK
2:00am-4:00pm. – The 8 Limbs in Daily Life

Ashtanga Yoga or 8-limbed yoga is an 8-part method as referenced in the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. Discussion on these eight limbs of ashtanga yoga and how to integrate them into your daily life.

SATURDAY

7:00am-7:45am – Pranayama & Chanting
8:00am-10am – Mysore Practice
10:00am-11:30am – BREAK
11:30am-1:30pm. – Opening & Closing Chants of Ashtanga

Chanting at the beginning of our practice helps focus our attention and bring ourselves into the present moment preparing the space to practice yoga, reminding us we are practicing something precious and sacred.

This workshop will explore the history and significance of these two chants. Sharing correct pronunciation, its importance as well as a clear translation bringing deeper meanings behind these sacred words.

The ancient practice of chanting works at a subconscious level and can be used to purify mental and physical blockages within the body. Through continual practice of mantra (vibrational sounds) one can become energized and peaceful helping to maintain equilibrium within the self. From a scientific aspect it has been said that chanting holds several calming, therapeutic, psychological, and spiritual benefits.

2-4pm – Fundamentals of Ashtanga

The Fundamental Asanas are the postures that we do after the Surya Namaskara (Sun Salutations) and before whichever series we are working on.

The course will review:
* the six fundamental postures
*tristana; three points of focus
*vinyasa count for each posture
*alignment cues and information to understand and deepen your experience of the postures while helping to uncover the ashtanga method as a moving meditation.

SUNDAY

7:00am-7:45am. – Pranayama & Chanting
8:00am-10:00am – Mysore
10:00am-11:30am – BREAK
11:30am-1:30pm. – Understanding Our Mind throughYoga

We will explore several ideas from the shastras (sacred texts) to help us understand what influences our actions, ideas, responses, triggers, and our decisions. Helping us to understand how we interact with the world outside through inside. The concepts shared are mainly coming from the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali. We will end with a meditative Practice.

1:30-2pm – Q&A – Closing

Investment:

  • Entire Weekend MYSORE & WORKSHOPS: $300
  • Entire Weekend Mysore Only: $150
  • Entire Weekend Workshops Only: $200
  • Individual Workshops: $60

About Tara Mitra

Tara has been a dedicated practitioner of yoga for over 19 years and is a Certified Yoga Therapist in the T. Krishnamacharya Lineage.

Apprenticing with certified teachers for 1.5 years and R.Saraswathi Jois for 4 years in Mysore, India. Tara has a special bond with Saraswathiji and is one of the first few students authorized by her to teach. She also continues to study Pranayama, Philosophy, Ayurveda and Vedic Chanting in depth for over 8 years and is a long time Vipassana Meditator.

Tara teaches in a playful yet traditional manner.

See full bio and learn more at taramitrayoga.com

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Ashtanga Yoga Immersion with Tara Mitra
Ashtanga Yoga Immersion with Tara Mitra
Ashtanga Yoga Immersion with Tara Mitra

Align: Spring

by | Mar 29, 2023 | Events & Workshops, Studio News

Align: Spring

Teacher:
Kelsey Carrasquel

Dates:
Saturday, 04.15.23
OR
Saturday, 04.22.23

Time:
2PM – 5PM

Investment:
$100
Early Bird $85

Spring is a time of birth and rebirth, both in nature and within. After a long winter, you may recognize that there are some things you have outgrown and no longer resonate with. The same way that a garden needs to be cleared out to reveal fresh soil, so do our minds, bodies, and emotions. Once you’ve done the work of clearing space for what is new, you can start planting seeds for how you want your life to feel through the rest of the year. And sometimes, the wind blows in unexpected seeds that volunteer themselves throughout the year. Spring is an ideal time to set your intentions and goals for the year ahead, and this workshop will cover practical and meaningful rituals that will support you during the season of Spring.

Students who register for the workshop will receive a seasonal workbook and can expect to explore the following:

  • Name & define the season of Spring from the perspective of Traditional Chinese Medicine & Ayurveda.
  • Learn the seasonal resonances of Spring.
  • Learn about rituals and practices that support and balance the energy of Spring.
  • Gather together in a Springtime group ceremony.

This workshop will be offered twice in April. Space is limited to 5 students/workshop.

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BEGINNER’S WEEKEND

by | Dec 11, 2022 | Events & Workshops, Studio News

BEGINNER’S WEEKEND

  • Weekend 1: January 7 & 8, 2022

  • Weekend 2: January 21 & 22, 2022

Start a yoga practice at MGY in the new year!

Join Amy & Kelsey to learn about the foundations of yoga in one weekend!

Yoga is a holistic and accessible practice that benefits your body, your mind, and your spirit. This workshop will focus on the basics of Hatha Yoga, Yin Yoga, and Restorative Yoga.  We will cover the poses, the philosophy, and the different styles over one weekend.

If you have any further questions regarding starting a yoga practice with us, don’t hesitate to reach out and send an email to [email protected].

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EARLY-BIRD DISCOUNT