Teen Class Resumes on Monday Jan 9th

Next week, January 9th, we will begin Winter Session of "Yoga & Pilates for Teen Girls". I will be running two sessions, of 5 classes each Mondays from 3:45-4:40 taking us to "Spring Break". This class is all about developing core strength for better posture, athletic performance and overall health and wellness. Elements from the Pilates Method mix with yoga asana (postures) and pranayama (breathing) to help your teen develop flexibility, balance and inner support. We will also establish some good habits for relaxation, breathing and rest; re-learning about 'single-tasking',..something we all can benefit from.

Sign up via e-mail @spiralchristy@gmail.com

Winter Schedule

The Page for "Schedule of Classes" seems to be having technical problems, so I will post new information HERE:

Beginning January 9th I will be offering Monday Evening Pilates Mat Classes (2 levels) without the "umbrella" of the Bainbridge Island Park's District. You will pay me directly and that will help me reduce my overhead and your class fees low. You can sign up for one or both sessions after December 26:

5:30-6:30 Intermediate/Advanced Level

6:30-7:30 Beginning/Intermediate Level 

Winter Session 01 (WS 01) is Jan 9- Feb 13 (no class on Jan 16) $65

Winter Session 02 (WS 02) is Feb 27-Mar 26  $65

If you did not receive a form attached to an e-mail, request one via spiralchristy@gmail.com

Other classes will resume at my home studio:

Monday

3:45-4:45 Yoga & Core for Teen Girls * starts Jan 9th

Tuesday

9:30-10:55 Yoga & Core

1:00-2:00 Pilates Studio Group

Wednesday

12 noon-1:00 Intermediate Pilates Mat

5:30-6:55 Dynamic Flow Yoga

Thursday

9:30-10:30 Barre/Core Workout

1:00 Studio Group

Saturday

9:00 Studio Group

9:30 Studio Group

Winter Solstice

Tonight we will celebrate the Winter Solstice with a candlelit yoga practice dedicated to finding the light..within or without! Dynamic vinyasa for inner warmth, pranayama to remove 'the veil of ignorance' in our hearts and minds, and deep relaxation..well because we need it! We'll also chant the Gayatri Mantra because this sacred chant honors the light and sun, "surya".

This class is by donation only; either a non-perishable food item or cash donation for Helpline House. Class is 5:30-7:00 PM.

Holiday Gifts of Health and Well Being

Giving your spouse, partner, friend or colleague yoga or Pilates classes is a great way to support their commitment to healthful living, (or give it a jump start! )I have beautiful hand made gift certificates available for you to give the gift of health and well being this year.

Here's some ideas:

"Intro to Pilates" 3 private (60 min) studio lessons $185

Class Cards for any group classes 4 classes $55/ 8 classes $100

(now including Monday evening Mat previously offered through BIMPRD)

Mother & Daughter Spring Retreat $75 per couple

Gift certificates can also be made for any amount to use for private or group classes, workshops and retreats. Contact me at spiralchristy@gmail.com or 206.707.5261 to place your order.

Two Workshops Coming Up This Fall

Coming up just in time for the winter holidays "Restful Yoga for Stressful Times": a restorative yoga practice will be held on from 3-5 PM Sunday December 11. Restorative yoga is a wonderful practice of asana (postures) supported with bolsters, blankets and other props. I also include several pranayama (breathing) practices that are known for their stress and anxiety relieving properties. The class fee is $35. Both of these workshops are very beginner friendly, and a great way to experience the power of yoga to enhance your health and wellness!

Pre-registration is REQUIRED!

Class size is limited to 12 participants for each.

Both workshops are held at my Eagledale studio.

Sign up via e-mail at: spiralchristy@gmail.com or by phone at 206.707.5261

More Photos From Sunday's Retreat

Having fun with partner asana!

Fall Mother & Daughter Yoga Retreat

We had another lovely group of girls and moms yesterday for the Fall Retreat. A 'full house' with 7 couples with ages ranging from 8 to...well my age! A strong group of "yogi-moms", many were returning for their second (or fourth!) Mother & Daughter Day, all of them seemed happy and grateful to have this day with their daughters. The daughters were delightful and skilled in their asana practice, patient in the restorative practice (a full 90 minutes) and creative with the henna tattooing.

Luncheon was a hit with yummy soups from Metro Market Catering: African Yam Peanut Stew, Tomato, Polenta and Corn Soup, and Carrot Ginger Soup, with accompaniments of breads, crackers, cheeses and fruit. My lovely daughter Sophie was another great help with the whole day and with the food prep especially (she made the mini cupcakes and the jam tartlets).

I plan on offering a Mother's Day Edition in late April. Stay tuned!