“FROM THE ROOT TO THE HEART”

JOIN ME, ALONG WITH YOUR FELLOW YOGIS AND YOGINIS,

IN THE SECOND INSTALLMENT OF OUR YOGA “MASTER CLASS!”

Sunday, July 18th   10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Calvert MMA Academy, Sunderland MD

$25/person:  Payment due upon arrival, cash or check (made payable to Beth Cory) only, please

Please bring:  Yoga mat, strap, two block, water and towel

In this class, we will begin to explore the Chakra system.  The literal translation of the Sanskrit word Chakra is “wheel” – there are seven energy/power centers (Chakras) that run along the spine, from the root to the crown of the head.  The state of each Chakra reflects the health of that particular part of the body, as well as your psychological, emotional and spiritual well-being.  When the Chakra energy is blocked or misdirected, emotional and physical illness can arise.  This class will be a wonderful opportunity to harness the power that we have all been born to manage, freely and openly.

Be ready for an intense practice!  We will be working with the first 4 Chakras, located at the root of the spine, the lower abdomen, the solar plexus and the heart.  They are the most “physical” of the Chakra system, so plan on lots of standing and balancing poses, hip openers, core work, and backbends!

***PLEASE RSVP ASAP***

Thanks to Kristen Nunez for inspiring the 40-day challenge.  Your commitment to your practice is an honor to witness.

What I truly love about this location is that there is a labyrinth at the top of the hill that you can walk through.  As it is described, “You can walk a labyrinth alone while meditating on a single word, mantra or passage, while concentrating on a question that is troubling you, or simply just allowing your mind to focus on the movement of your body. You can walk a labyrinth with others and see an enactment of human life as others move closer and farther away during the journey, but eventually all arrive in the center. You can walk slowly or quickly. You can walk to honor an important event, such as a birth or a death. You can find in a labyrinth a place to put aside your troubles and anxieties, and find peace and relaxation.”

I set an intention, offered up a question, began walking and breathing.  Twisting and turning, barefoot in the grass, sitting in the middle of the labyrinth opening myself up for answers.

Thanks to all my wonderful CSM students, past and present!

Have you ever gotten on your mat and just rested in Savasana?  Today I got on my mat and rested in Savasana for nearly 30 minutes.  Relax – let the body sink down.  Breathe – deeply for a few minutes, then softly.  Relax – the jaw, shoulders, hips.  Think – about as little as possible.  Relax – let all worries, responsibilities and troubles go.

Relax.

I got back on my mat this morning, worked through Sun Salutations, and A LOT of hip openers. Shoulderstand was a major part of the practice, too.  And I spent some time reading and meditating, too.

Good, solid, much-needed practice.

Physically challenging?  Yes.  Worth it?  Without a doubt…

One of the most challenging aspects can be practicing patience.  Allowing someone else to speak their mind, while you’re chomping at the bit wanting to respond.  Being patient and listening at times when you want nothing more than for someone else to hear YOU.  This is all part of the journey.

If you are ever able to practice Yoga outside, or meditate by the water, I say GO FOR IT!  It’s a beautiful experience.