Radiance February Newsletter

MESSAGE FROM MASUDA

Some of you may have noticed a wooden box on top of the fridge with a sign above it that reads, "God Box," and you might be wondering what it is and why we have it.

I learned about the God Box from Julia Cameron's book, "The Artist's Way." She describes the God Box as a place to put your fears, your resentments, your hopes, your dreams, and your worries. The God Box is a reminder that "God's got it," so you can stop worrying.

I use a God Box at home because I feel lighter and more relaxed after I write down my worries and drop them in the box. This simple ritual reinforces my belief that I'm supported by a greater energy and allows me to focus on happy thoughts.

I wanted to share this tool with all of you and welcome you to use our God Box at the studio. Next time you're in for a class, take a few minutes to write down your worries, drop them in the box, and give yourself permission to release and relax. When the box is full I'll take it home, say a few prayers, and burn the contents to release the energy.

Love,
Masuda

UPCOMING WORKSHOPS
Yoga Posture & Alignment Clinic with Pierre This is a great workshop for beginners and experienced students. You'll learn helpful techniques to improve your alignment and go deeper into your practice. Sunday, February 22, 2009 2:00 - 5:15pm Breathwork with Pierre Experience deep release and relaxation with guided breathing techniques and meditations. Open yourself to transformation in mind, body, and spirit. Sunday, February 22, 2009 5:30 - 7:00pm Palmistry Workshop with Peggi Sunday, February 28, 2009 1:00 - 3:00pm In this interactive palmistry workshop you will learn about the four main heart lines and the ways in which these lines impact your relationships. The Amazing Lymphatic System with Diana Sunday, March 1, 2009 2:00 - 5:30pm Spend a relaxing afternoon observing, experiencing and learning about the lymphatic system and how your good health depends on its optimum functioning. Cultivate Your Awareness with Annie Sunday, March 9, 2009 2:00 - 4:30pm Svaroopa style yoga is a gentle and safe approach that focuses on releasing and unraveling tensions deep in the spine through postures and breath work. The physical changes are profound. Arm Balancing with Daniel Saturday, March 14, 2009 3:00 - 5:00pm Cultivate your strength, your poise and focus by standing on your hands and taking a different look at things - upside down! Balancing on the arms promotes instant concentration into the present moment and can develop one's sense of self-confidence. Open to all. Yoga for Teens with Delia Sunday, March 15, 2009 4:30 - 6:30pm We will focus on basic yoga techniques to help relieve stress, create strength and flexibility, and experience relaxation and fun! Bring a friend! Yoga for Relaxation with Michelle Sunday, March 22, 2009 4:30-6:30pm $35 early registration by March 19 $45 late registration Join us for a practice that is sure to restore balance to your body, mind, and spirit. This workshop will guide you through asana, pranayama, and a deep, guided relaxation (Yoga Nidra). Suitable for beginners as well as experienced yogis, participants will leave feeling relaxed and rejuvenated. Go Deeper in Your Practice with Annie Sunday, March 29, 2009 2:00-4:30pm $35 early registration by March 27 $45 late registration Svaroopa style yoga is a gentle and safe approach that focuses on releasing and unraveling tensions deep in the spine through postures and breath work. The physical changes are profound. Click here to register online.

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NEW BEGINNER SERIES

Beginners Kundalini Yoga
Fridays - 10:00-11:15am
3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/3, 4/10, 4/17, 4/24

Beginners Flow Yoga
Mondays - 7:30-8:45pm
3/2, 3/9, 3/16, 3/23, 3/30, 4/6, 4/13, 4/20

Beginners Flow Yoga (NEW CLASS)
Tuesdays - 9:30-10:45am
3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 3/31, 4/7, 4/14, 4/21

Beginners Flow Yoga
Wednesdays - 6:00-7:15pm
3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 4/1, 4/8, 4/15, 4/22

Beginners Flow Yoga
Saturday - 10:00-11:15am
2/28, 3/7, 3/14, 3/21, 3/28, 4/4, 4/11, 4/18

The beginner series is a great way to start your yoga practice. This 8-week series teaches new students the fundaments of yoga and provides a safe and engaging learning environment. Drop in's welcome.

Check out our special for private lessons for beginners in the Featured Products Section below.

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EVENING PARKING

Market Square Parking Garage
50 cents an hour
Monday - Thursday after 5pm
Fairfax Drive - located beneath City Hall and across from Candies Candy.

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BOOK CLUB

The Tree of Yoga by B.K.S. Iyengar

Monday, March 2, 2009
7:30 - 9:00pm
Free Community Event!

In this book, one of the world's foremost teachers of yoga offers his thoughts on many practical and philosophical subjects, ranging from the place of yoga in daily life to insights from Patanjali's Yoga Sutras. He includes chapters on family, life, love and sexuality, health and the healing arts, meditation, death, and advice to teachers. Based on lectures and discussions with his students, the text is enlived by many of the author's personal experiences in the practice of yoga postures and breathing as well as in putting spiritual principles into action.

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MAYA TULUM RETREAT 2010

EXPLORE THE OUTSIDE & INSIDE
Kundalini & Svaroopa Style Yoga
January 23-30, 2010

Join Masuda and Annie in one of the most beautiful natural settings in the world for a week of yoga, meditation, healthy foods, and the freedom to create each and every moment.

Maya Tulum Resort was ranked the No. 10 Best Resort in the world in 2004 by Travel & Leisure Magazine.

For more information
http://www.radiance-yoga.net/retreats.php

FEATURED PRODUCT
PARTNER PRIVATE LESSONS Radiance Yoga is offering a February special on partner private lessons. From February 20th through March 16th, take a private lesson and bring a friend for free. Perfect for couples who want a customized yoga experience. Rates: 60 minutes $90 75 minutes $110 90 minutes $135 PRIVATE LESSONS FOR BEGINNERS Learn the basic yoga postures with the guidance of an an experienced teacher. These one-on-one sessions are offered at a 10% discount per lesson and will help you gain confidence, get answers to your questions, and ensure proper aligment in all of the postures. Rates: 3 sessions for $240 (60 minutes each) Potential Areas of Focus for Partner/Single Private Lessons: -Partner poses -Prenatal partner yoga -Build strength and flexibility -Create better alignment -Work on advanced postures -Learn specific techniques for stress reduction -Experience healing for physical and emotional ailments -Focus on nutritional health and well-being