Class Description
Join us for a delightful afternoon, experience the relaxing and rejuvenating wonder of gentle yoga and meditation — a calm, slow practice that emphasizes mindful breathing and mindful poses. John + Mary explain the benefits and qualities of their practices and share with you how to not only enhance your physical flexibility but reduce mental stress and clutter.
Today there is no sleepy hollow on the internet, no peaceful spot where contemplativeness can work its restorative magic. There is only the endless mesmerizing buzz of the super-highway. The stimulations of the web, like those of the city, can be invigorating and inspiring. We wouldn't want to give them up
but they are, as well, exhausting and distracting. They can easily overwhelm us. The workshop takes the active mind on a retreat — a relaxed focus for the mind and body to be connected and renewed.
By taking a moment to reflect we give ourselves the opportunity to create healthy relationships with our technologies. Our workshops are designed to develop positive habits, setting good examples for our children, and filling our days with more meaningful social interactions that can guide us towards healthier lives. Together, we will define what it truly means to be connected.
Whether you are completely new to yoga or have been practicing for a while, you will be inspired, transformed and renewed. Make this your chance to reach out, breathe it all in and see what you find. If you love iRest Yoga Nidra, Slow + Gentle Flow and Meditation then this is where you want to be.
Our Mission: Create more mindful, meaningful and balanced lives, both online and off.
So, press the pause button and take a moment to slow down. Workshops are held once a month and provide personailzed attention. The session is for 2 hours and costs $60. Space fills up fast!
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About the Studio
The old Freemason's Lodge has been nicely converted into a studio space, it's wonderfully large allowing for lots of room to stretch out. So know that there's always space for you and there's no need to book in advance (or know secret hand-shakes). The floor is padded, so there's cushioning for your knees and joints and there's changing rooms with bathrooms for both men and women.
Please arrive 10 minutes before class and if it's your fist-time allow 15 mins to read our waiver. Street parking is available, be sure to get a 2 hour minimum spot as the class is 75 minute. We recommend bringing your own mat — if you forget it we have some for rent for $2.
Wear something comfortable that allows for a deep stretch. Classes are designed for all ages and levels.
Location
The studio is located in the Qi Martial Arts building at 15b Church Street, Brighton, Vic 3186. Enter the studio from the laneway off Church Street, opposite the Dendy Theatre. Street parking is available — be sure to allow 2 hours as classes run for 75 minutes
Class Prices
Classes are 75 minutes. $22 for a drop-in or save money by buying a pass: $100 for 5 classes, (valid for 3 months from the date of purchase).
$180 for 10 classes, (valid for 6 months from the date of purchase). Pay by cash, card — Visa, MasterCard or AMEX. *If you received a postcard or a flyer from us, redeem the postcard for 50% off your first class — normally $22 but with the postcard it costs just $11 — an $11 savings.
Limit one postcard per person. Valid until October 31st, 2019.
We also offer 2 hour monthly workshops please email us to reserve a space or for more information.
About the Studio
You're in good hands — Mary and John are trained in Therapeutic Yoga from Loyola Marymount University, and the Stress Center of Marin where they also served as Teaching faculty.
They completed training as iRest meditation teachers from Dr Richard Miller. iRest is a research-based practice of deep meditation & self inquiry for trauma, anxiety, PTSD, relaxation, resiliency and general well-being.
John has 20 years experience in Martial Arts and holds a black belt in karate and 5 years of teaching group Yoga classes. They have studied with teachers Dr. Baxter Bell on Healthy Aging, Mingtong Gu, Master Li and Dr. Liu Dong, (Healing Medical Qi Gong) and Restorative Yoga with Judith Lasater.
