Self Care
Dear Oyster Bay Yogis,
Happy April! This month ask yourself “how can I take better care of myself?” Sometimes it helps to imagine yourself through the eyes of your best friend, or someone who loves you. What would they want for you? We tend to give ourselves a gentler and yet, more truthful answer when we do it that way. Maybe instead of thinking about your life in general, consider how you can care for yourself through yoga. Listen carefully to your inner self as you step onto your mat this Spring. Each time you make your practice an exercise in self care, the more fulfilling it will be - this I know to be true!
Namaste,
Amy
Pose of the Month
Parivrtta Parsvakonasana: Revolved Side Angle Pose
This month at the studio we breakdown
Parivrtta Parsvakonasana: Revolved Side Angle Pose.
Learn how best to practice this pose in any class all month long!
Sutra of the Month
In Sutra 1.3, Patanjali delves into the concept of the observer resting in their own essence. This sutra reflects the idea that when the fluctuations of the mind cease, the true nature of the individual becomes apparent. It suggests that when the mind is no longer clouded by distractions or disturbances, the individual can exist in a state of pure awareness, free from the influence of external factors. This state of self-realization allows the individual to recognize their inherent essence and connect with their true self, which is characterized by clarity, peace, and unbounded consciousness. This sutra emphasizes the importance of transcending the limitations of the mind to attain a state of inner harmony and self-realization.
Oil of the Month
Our April OOTM is:
Clear Again
“Breathe better with our Clear Again Essential Oil Blend. When high pollen season rolls around, this is where Clear Again can help combat stuffiness and further alleviate respiratory symptoms that come along with the changing seasons. Clear Again combines essential oils like calming Lavender, the soothing benefits of German Chamomile and Roman Chamomile, Helichrysum Italicum, and the clearing properties of Niaouli to help settle down the senses and provide a way for clearer breathing.” -Plant Therapy
Enjoy 20% off your purchase of Clear Again essential oil all month at the studio.
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Events
Pajama Yoga
Friday, April 5th
6:30pm-7:30pm
with Diana Singh
Bring your little ones (ages 4-10) dressed in their pajamas to a fun and interactive yoga class! Class includes gentle stretches, games, and stories to help them wind down and prepare for a peaceful sleep. And to top it off, we'll provide milk & cookies for a sweet treat before bed. Don't miss out on this cozy and enjoyable experience!
Please sign up in advance for this event, space is limited.
$20 per child
Pelvic Floor Portal & Women’s Circle
Sunday, April 7th
2:00-4:00pm
with Eliza Tappan
The female pelvis is a portal of mystery and transformation. It stores our traumas and our deepest longings and potential for joy, release, and empowerment. It is the space where pain can be alchemized into pleasure. This workshop is designed to lay the physical, emotional, and practical foundation for women looking to change their relationship with their power center.
The workshop begins with guided movement and a short women’s circle, because when women share their voices and their hearts, real magic unfolds. The workshop will continue with:
Experiential Anatomy: Identifying & palpating the external bony structures of the pelvis. Learning the muscles and supporting muscles of the pelvic floor. If you can envision the parts of the body you’re working with, it will transform your practice and daily experience of your own pelvis.
Breathwork: Increasing sensation. Using breath to both activate and release your pelvic floor.
Muscular Release: Using a therapy ball (free gift for attending) to perform muscular release techniques for your pelvic diaphragm and supporting muscle groups.
Nervous System Integration: Practices to tone and regulate your vagus nerve, directly impacting the pelvic floor.
Pilates: Integrating your new tools and awarenesses into a pilates-inspired flow. Your exercise, movement, and daily life is meant to be more enjoyable and pleasureful!
$88 per person
10% off for members
Power Hour with Gina
Friday, April 12th
6:15-7:15pm
with Gina Murphy
Back by popular demand! Join Gina in a comfortable and welcoming environment for an energizing cardio and strength workout that will leave you feeling ready for the weekend! Melt the week off in this upbeat class, filled with great tunes and heart-pumping exercises. By incorporating weights, bands and a fantastic playlist, Gina's expert guidance and fun-loving personality will keep you motivated and engaged throughout the entire class. Don't miss out on the fun – join us for a workout that will leave you feeling strong, energized, and ready for anything!
$25 to drop-in
FREE for members
Yin Yoga
Sunday, April 14th
6:00pm-7:15pm
with Barbara Kataisto
Are you moving too fast?
Doing too many things at one time?
Too much "mind chatter" or just want to slow down?
Yin yoga can provide an antidote for this.
This class will guide you through a series of poses that are primarily done sitting and lying down. The poses are held for 2-5 minutes at a time to allow connective tissues (fascia, ligaments) to soften, lengthen and lubricate. A yin yoga practice compliments a yang practice and allows for a more balanced approach to life.
$25 to drop-in
FREE for members
Friday Night Flow: Taylor Swift The Tortured Poets Department Debut Party
Friday, April 19th
5:30-6:30pm
with Anne Davidson
Join us for a unique listening party for the debut album The Tortured Poets Department by Taylor Swift! Anne will guide you in a creative one hour all-levels flow sequence to all the new songs. Immerse yourself in Taylor’s new 16 tracks all while moving and grooving on your mat!
$15 to drop-in
FREE for members
Restorative Yoga with Reiki Activation & Aromatherapy
Friday, April 19th
7:00-8:30pm
with Nancy Rich
Settle into a nourishing evening of relaxing restorative yoga postures, enhanced with reiki & aromatherapy. Restorative yoga is a blissful, slow down practice that relieves stress, anxiety, fatigue, while releasing mental/physical tension & chronic pain through the use of supporting props (bolsters, blankets & blocks). You will be guided into a peaceful state of stillness, while receiving reiki & aromatherapy. Reiki is a form of hands on healing through which energy is transferred through the palms of the practitioner to the recipient to encourage emotional & physical healing. The experience will be enhanced with gentle aromatherapy to promote a sense of relaxation & wellbeing. This deeply healing practice is appropriate for everyone & is essential for those with a fast paced life.
$45 per person (Early Bird Price Ends 4/5)
$55 per person
10% off for members
Yin Yoga
Friday, April 26th
7:00-8:15pm
with Martha Flanagan
Are you moving too fast?
Doing too many things at one time?
Too much "mind chatter" or just want to slow down?
Yin yoga can provide an antidote for this.
This class will guide you through a series of poses that are primarily done sitting and lying down. The poses are held for 2-5 minutes at a time to allow connective tissues (fascia, ligaments) to soften, lengthen and lubricate. A yin yoga practice compliments a yang practice and allows for a more balanced approach to life.
$25 to drop-in
FREE for members
Yoga Book Club
Sunday, April 28th
2:00-3:15pm
with Angela Loomis
Do you want to start a yoga practice but don't know where to start? In this beginner class, we'll start with the basics, developing a better understanding of our body and our mind. You will quickly learn how good yoga can make you feel, physically and mentally, and how yoga can serve you on your wellness journey. Absolutely no experience required. Learn along with other beginners like yourself in a warm and welcoming environment.
$25 to drop-in
FREE for members
TLC For Your Shoulders
Friday, May 3rd
7:00-8:30pm
with Peggy Adair
Join Peggy Adair for a 90 minute session which will focus on soothing tight shoulders along with improving strength and flexibility. Peggy will guide us through a series of restorative poses, gentle stretches and a balanced flow to create ease, fluidity and strength in our shoulders.
$35 per person
10% off for members
Yoga Book Club
Sunday, May 19th
6:00-8:00pm
with Peggy Adair
Save the date for our next Yoga Book Club meet up! Get ready to move with Peggy Adair in a one hour all levels yoga flow. Following the yoga session, we'll delve into a book discussion on How Yoga Works by Geshe Michael Roach. Bring all your insights on this remarkable book!
Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to nourish your body, expand your mind, and connect with like-minded individuals who share a love for both yoga and literature! Make sure to stop by our neighbors, Theodore's Books, and get a 15% discount on the book. Grab your mat, BYO drinks & snacks, and write down all your questions about our book pick!
$25 to drop-in
FREE for members
Upcoming Events & Schedule Updates
EVENTS
Pajama Yoga: Friday, 4/5 & the 1st Friday of each month at 6:30pm with Diana Singh
Pelvic Floor Portal & Women’s Circle: Sunday, 4/7 at 2:00pm with Eliza Tappan
Power Hour with Gina: Friday, 4/12 at 6:15pm with Gina Murphy
Yin Yoga: Sunday, 4/14 at 6:00pm with Barbara Kataisto
Friday Night Flow: Taylor Swift The Tortured Poets Department Debut Party: Friday, 4/19 at 5:30pm with Anne Davidson
Restorative Yoga with Reiki Activation & Aromatherapy: Friday, 4/19 at 7:00pm with Nancy Rich
Yin Yoga: Friday, 4/26 at 6:00pm with Martha Flanagan
Beginner Yoga: Sunday, 4/28 at 2:00pm with Angela Loomis
TLC For Your Shoulders: Friday, 5/3 at 7:00pm with Peggy Adair
Yoga Book Club: Sunday, 5/19 at 6:00pm with Peggy Adair
Thanks for taking the time to read our newsletter. I look forward to seeing you soon.
Until then, stay well,
Amy