Curious about yoga, but afraid to join a group of experienced yogis twisting in pretzel poses?

Interested in trying a new way of de-stressing, strength training, or stretching for the new year?

Join this beginners workshop exclusively for RN&N members and guests, on Monday, January 30.

You do not need to be flexible or strong to participate. If you can breathe and pay attention, you can do yoga.

Yoga means union. The goal of yoga is to unite with your authentic self, the self that is calm, focused, and content. Class will begin with a brief centering, then gentle warm up stretches. Most of class will consist of doing various traditional poses- sitting, standing, mat-lying. Variations will be offered; a yoga pose can always be made easier, or harder.

Certified yoga instructor, Laurie Mayper, will teach. Wear loosefitting, comfortable clothes. Mats and props are provided. You may bring your own yoga mat if you have one. Yoga is traditionally done barefoot. Avoid having a big meal 1-2 hours before class.

Cost: $10* per person [* if 8 or more people attend, the cost is $5 per person]

To register or for questions contact: Laurie Mayper at lmayper@optonline.net or call (203) 240-2741

Additional Info:

This will be a coed, gentle, intro level class. All levels of experience and flexibility are welcome.

The class will be organized as follows:

10 minutes centering - includes relaxation, focus on the breath, theme 10 minutes warm-up - gentle warm-up movements
45 minutes poses - sitting, standing, etc.
10 minutes relaxation and closing

Times are approximate, and I hope to fit in as many poses as I can.

Yoga Studio Etiquette:

Please remove shoes and put on shoe rack just inside door.
Try to block out sufficient time for driving, parking, etc. Plenty of parking on street or at Bethel Train Station so you arrive unrushed.
No one will be turned away for being late, but to get the most out of your session, please plan to arrive at least 5 minutes before the start time to use the restroom and set up your mat and props. The centering and relaxation will be more enjoyable for everyone if people are not coming and going during this part. If you know you are running late, please have me or another attendee set up your mat. If you come during the centering, please remove shoes, enter silently, and sit in the back without a mat; we can add mats/props between centering and warmup.
Please turn cell phones off inside the studio.
Wear loose-fitting comfortable clothing. Fancy yoga clothes not required.
Mats and props are provided. You may bring your own yoga mat if you have one.
You can bring water (no coffee, other food or drinks).
Avoid eating an hour before; avoid a big meal 2 hours before class.
There is another class before INTRO TO YOGA that should finish up between 10:15-10:30. If you arrive early (before me) and they are still laying down in relaxation, please wait outside.

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