Radiance June Newsletter

MESSAGE FROM MASUDA

It's been a strange month of mishaps. I lost my keys, my wallet was stolen, one of the toilets at the studio broke, the stereo died, and a runner almost knocked me out while I was walking to work.

What am I to make of all this? Sometimes I think these things shouldn't happen to me because I practice yoga and meditation. Somehow my yoga practice should protect me from all ill will and misfortune.

Then I remember the words of my teacher who said, "Practicing yoga helps us cope with the hard times." We practice so that we can stay grounded and aware when faced with difficulty.

I welcome you to join me for classes and workshop this month as we move through the ups and downs of life.

Much Love,
Masuda

P.S.
Starting June 23rd Masuda will be teaching a Kundalini Yoga Beginners class on Tuesday nights at 7:30pm.

Starting July 6th Jolene will be teaching a Yin Yoga class on Thursday nights at 7:30pm.

JUNE WORKSHOPS
DETOX THE MIND & CLEANSE THE BODY with Jodi Heated vinyasa flow workshop. Saturday, June 20, 2009 2:30-4:30pm $30 early registration by June 18 $40 late registration YOGA MALA - 108 SUN SALUTATIONS with Michelle Energizing flow solstice workshop. Sunday, June 21, 2009 2:30-4:30pm $30 early registration by June 19 $40 late registration STEP INTO THE SPOTLIGHT with Peggi Palmistry Workshop to connect with your talents. Saturday, June 27, 2009 2:30-4:00pm $35 early registration by June 25 $45 late registration YIN YANG YOGA PRACTICE with Jolene Long restorative poses combined with a rhythmic flow sequence. Sunday, June 28, 2009 3:00-5:00pm $30 early registration by June 26 $40 late registration MINDFUL EATING: CUPCAKE WORKSHOP with Jennifer Learn the art of savoring and truly appreciating your food. Saturday, July 11, 2009 2:30-3:30pm $15 early registration by July 9 $25 late registration Click here to register online.

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NEW BEGINNERS SESSION

The beginners series is great for new students to learn the basics and for experienced students who want a refresher.

JUNE 20- AUGUST 12, 2009

Saturday 10:00-11:15am - Beginners Flow
6/20, 6/27, 7/4, 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1, 8/8

Monday 7:30-8:45pm - Beginners Flow
6/22, 6/29, 7/6, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27, 8/3, 8/10

Tuesday 10:00-11:15am - Beginners Flow
6/23, 6/30, 7/7, 7/14, 7/21, 7/28, 8/4, 8/11

Tuesday 7:30-8:45pm - Beginners Kundalini
6/23, 6/30, 7/7, 7/14, 7/21, 7/28, 8/4, 8/11

Wednesday 6:00-7:15pm - Beginners Flow
6/24, 7/1, 7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29, 8/5, 8/12

FLOW YOGA CURRICULUM
Week 1: Breath, Movement, & Sun Salutations
Week 2: Sun Salutation A & B
Week 3: Ujjayii Breath, Standing & Balancing Postures
Week 4: Balancing and Seated Poses
Week 5: Backbends
Week 6: Fundamentals of Inversions
Week 7: Practice
Week 8: Practice

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BASIC PRINCIPALS FROM THE ARTIST WAY

1. Creativity is the natural order of life. Life is energy: pure creative energy.

2. There is an underlying, in-dwelling creative force infusing all of life-including ourselves.

3. When we open ourselves to our creativity, we open ourselves to the creator'S creativity within us and our lives.

4. We are, ourselves, creations. And we, in turn, are meant to continue creativity by being creative ourselves.

5. Creativity is God's gift to us. Using our creativity is our gift back to God.

6. The refusal to be creative is self-will and is counter to our true nature.

7. When we open ourselves to exploring our creativity, we open ourselves to God: good orderly direction.

8. As we open our creative channel to the creator, many gentle but powerful changes are to be expected.

9. It is safe to open ourselves up to greater and greater creativity.

10. Our creative dreams and yearnings come from a divine source. As we move toward our dreams, we move toward divinity.

Masuda will be leading a workshop on the Artist Way from August 16-November 8, 2009.
Click here for more information

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BOOK CLUB

THE FOUR AGREEMENTS by Don Miguel Ruiz

Monday, July 6, 2009
7:30 - 9:00pm
Free Community Event!

The Four Agreements shamanic teacher and healer Don Miguel Ruiz exposes self-limiting beliefs and presents a simple yet effective code of personal conduct learned from his Toltec ancestors. Full of grace and simple truth, this book reads in a voice that you would expect from an indigenous shaman.

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MAYA TULUM RETREAT/VACATION

Relax ~ Revitalize ~ Renew ~ Recharge
Explore the Outside and Inside
with Kundalini and Svaroopa Style Yoga

Maya Tulum, Mexico
January 23 - January 30, 2010

Join Masuda Mohamadi and Annie Scheppach 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.

Experience blissful yoga sessions twice a day to relax the body, clear the mind, and uplift the spirit whether you are new to yoga or have experienced its benefits for years.

Accomodations:
Garden Cabanas
These are located in the garden area with windows that open to allow the sweet scent of the tropical flowers to come in.
$1435 by November 1
$1535 by December 1
(add $470 for single occupancy)

Ocean-View Cabanas
These are located in the garden area with beautiful views of the ocean. There are ocean breezes in these cabanas.
$1500 by November 1
$1600 by December 1
(add $545 for single occupancy)

Beachfront Cabanas
These cabanas sit right on the sandy beach with spectacular and crystal clear views of the Caribbean Sea.
$1660 by November 1
$1760 by December 1
(add $700 for single occupancy)

Beach Front Deluxe
$1780 by November 1
$1880 by December 1
(add $785 for single occupancy)

Retreat costs include include 7 nights accommodations, 3 delicious meals served everyday, 2 yoga classes each day (1 Kundalini yoga & 1 Svaroopa Style yoga), and endless walks on the beach.

A $295 deposit will hold your place and get you the accommodations you desire

Call 703-585-8282 to register or visit us online
Click here for more information