Summer 2014

photo by anne jablonski

Picture yourself . . . on a boat on a river, with tangerine dreams . . . oops, I got distracted. Beatles song

lyrics swirling in my head like they do, along with ten thousand other random bits of memory and work

and family and future and the business of daily life all billowing into the mix. 

Again. Picture yourself on a treetop. You've climbed up this tree as you do every day. Grasping the

swaying branches, you remark to yourself how precarious these branches feel here at the tippy top. The

next treetop might have thicker branches, more stability. So you jump and grab. It begins to rain. You

get wet. The sun comes out. You get hot. Night falls. Cold. Next day is windy. Hang on tighter! Hour after

hour, day after day, the same thought occurs – it's bound to be steadier on the next tree. Jump! Hold!

Nope, same unpredictable and vulnerable existence.

One day, a wise inner voice suggests, try climbing down! You try a few tentative descents, but halt

halfway down. It’s too scary, it takes too long, and what if what's down there is worse than what you're

already used to dealing with, maybe even excelling at, up top? So you climb right back up, and re-

commence the clinging, the unsteady swirling. And on another day, it gets too damn hard, you can't

cling another moment, and you re-examine the options for coming down.

One halting step, one deep breath at a time, your feet connect to the thickening trunk, and you ease

yourself to the earth. Your spine lodged comfortably and steady against the base of this tree, your

breath deepens, your heart slows, your muscles ease. You look up and notice the sun or the rain or the

nightfall or the wind and you wake up to the truth that all those shifts don’t hold as much sway down

here on the forest floor. It's quiet. It's quiet. It's quiet. 

If your life is anything like mine – busy, full, challenging at times, the treetop analogy may resonate.

Maybe you can describe with precision each treetop and its unique environment. They all offer some

distinct quality: a heart-quickening challenge, a heart-

wrenching grief, a heart-full of joy. And if you've had

moments of solid quiet and ease, the forest floor may

also resonate. Yes – the business of daily life must be

conducted, and often/usually requires a quick and

decisive climb to the top. And, also, yes – we forget to

climb back down. We forget that we even know how. 

Consider this summer spending more time on the forest

floor. Find your favorite "tree" and befriend it at the base

of its trunk. Notice what it is to be held steady by the

presence of something larger and far more permanent

than you. Yoga Sutra 1.2 (right off the bat!) tells us that

yoga is the stilling of the mind's fluctuations. And, to

paraphrase, after 194 additional statements, it says the

best, and only, place where the mind can truly be still is

inside of us, deep in our own heart. On the forest floor.

The Forest Floorby Annie Moyer

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For Teachers Heading Back to SchoolYoga for SchoolteachersAugust 23 (Saturday) 2:00p - 4:00p, FairfaxCalm, center, and prepare for the whirlwind of fall. Learn and practice the stuff that will get you through another wonderful year in the classroom.w/Helene Hammer

For Your Body’s Healing & Health

Restore with AmirJuly 19 (Saturday) 1:30p - 3:30p, Arlington Switch from “fight or flight” to “rest and digest” with the most relaxing two hours possible.

SOLA Sticks and Miracle BallsJuly 20 (Sunday) 2:00p - 4:00p, FairfaxDiscover what all happy dogs already know – strengthen, tone, focus, and relax with these mind/body toys. w/Cynthia Maltenfort

Sit Down and Stretch Out: Expand Your Practice wtih Chair YogaJuly 26 (Saturday) 1:30p - 4:00p, FairfaxLearn how to sneak a few poses into your day without changing clothes or rolling out a mat. Ideal also for teachers looking for more chair methodology.w/Steve Wolf

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Live Well with Summer Yoga: Programs and Events This July and August

Unlimited Bliss: Summer Yoga Spa 2014

This July and August dig into something potentially unfamiliar and potentially life-changing. Pamper yourself along the way. Your heart-mind-body will be so happy you did!

• unlimited yoga: attend any class, anytime, all summer quarter (Sunday, July 6 to Saturday, August 30)

• two private healing sessions: choose from massage, acupuncture, reflexology, or nutritional counseling; pick two different modalities or go twice to the same practitioner

• one free meal: from conscious cuisine/power supply, our friends who deliver freshly-prepared, healthy meals straight to the fridge at both studio locations

• the price is $299: the experience is priceless – register NOW online or in person

For Fun & Inspiration

You & Your Babe: Wellness for the New FamilyJuly 12 (Saturday) 4:00p - 5:30p, ArlingtonFor parents and their babes (newborn to 12 months). Babies live in the present moment – sync with this lovely feeling as we practice poses, share the joys of parenting, and learn some infant massage techniques. w/Sylvia Cacciato

Find Your Yoga VoiceJuly 13 (Sunday) 1:30p - 3:30p, ArlingtonExperience yoga through expression, development, and resonance of the voice. w/Melissa Hurt

Color, Painting, and EnergyAugust 2 (Saturday) 1:30p - 5:00p, ArlingtonSet free the artist within. Play with paint with the uninhibited joy of a child, watch your mind go easy and feel your body fill with peace. w/Jackie Shaffer

Summer Yoga Camp for Kids

July 14 - 17Monday – Thursday 1:00p - 4:00p

w/Cynthia Maltenfort and Annette Hyde in Fairfaxw/Dana Cook and Jane Phelan in ArlingtonKids will unplug from the distractions of home and plug in to the joys of yoga for four consecutive summer afternoons.Appropriate for all elementary ages.

#YOGA : T E E N S C A M P . 2014

July 21 - 24Monday – Thursday 1:00p - 4:00p

w/Annie Moyer and Hope Lambert, ArlingtonHow’s this sound for a week of summer? Sleep in, throw on some yoga pants, head to Sun & Moon, and spend three afternoon hours balancing your innate ability to be strong, centered, positive, and connected. Show up and we’ll take care of the rest! Appropriate for all middle & high school ages.

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DIRECTIONS TO ARLINGTON

ARLINGTON STUDIO3811 Lee Highway Arlington, VA 22207

From Rt. 66 heading East: Take Exit 72 (Spout Run/Lee Hwy) Turn left onto Lee Hwy. Continue on Lee Hwy to third light (N. Pollard St).

From GW Parkway/Alexandria:Take the Spout Run Exit (left exit) off GW Parkway. Turn right onto Lee Hwy. Continue on Lee Hwy to fourth light (N. Pollard St).

From all points on Lee Hwy: Turn north/west onto N. Pollard across from the historic Cherrydale firehouse. Park in lot adjacent and behind a small strip of stores.

Metrobus lines 3A, 3B, 3E, and 3Y stop at our doorstep.

Orange Line Metro: walk about 20 minutes from Ballston or Clarendon stops.

First ClassFree!If you have never taken a class at our studio, we would like you to try a class on us. We hope that if Sun & Moon is the right studio for you that you'll sign up for one of our many offerings.You may want to give this coupon to a friend.Bring this coupon to the studio for your first class.

This offer is valid one time to students who have never before attended a class at Sun & Moon. This offer does not apply to Morning Mysore.

Day/Time Class Instructor Start Date Fee Studio

MONDAY

10:00am-11:30am Level 2 Judith L./Jane P. 7/7 $120 A

11:00am-12:15pm Level 1/Gentle Asya Haikin 7/7 $120 B

12:15pm-1:30pm Meditation Jackie Shaffer 7/7 donations A

4:00pm-5:15pm Level 1 Karin Caffi 7/7 $120 B

4:30pm-6:00pm Level 2/3 Jackie Shaffer 7/7 $120 A

6:30pm-7:45pm Yoga-Infused Pilates Suzanne Morgan 7/7 $120 B

6:15pm-7:45pm Level 2 Amir 7/7 $120 A

6:15pm-7:30pm Kundalini Yoga Satya Prakash 7/7 $120 C

8:00pm-9:30pm Vinyasa 1/2 Terri Surabian 7/7 $120 B

8:00pm-9:15pm Level 1 Amir 7/7 $120 A

TUESDAY TUESDAY

10:00am-11:15am Level 1 Judith L./Debbi P. 7/8 $120 B

10:15am-11:45am Level 2 Annie Moyer 7/8 $120 A

11:30am-12:30pm Feldenkrais Madeline Helbraun 7/8 $104 B

12:00pm-1:30pm Level 3 Annie Moyer 7/8 $120 A

4:30pm-6:00pm Level 2/3 Jackie Shaffer 7/8 $120 A

6:15pm-7:45pm Level 2 Jackie Shaffer 7/8 $120 A

6:15pm-7:30pm Level 1 Suzanne Morgan 7/8 $120 B

7:45pm-9:00pm Gentle Asya Haikin 7/8 $120 B

8:00pm-9:15pm Level 1 Heidi Panetta 7/8 $120 A

WEDNESDAYWEDNESDAY

6:30am-7:30am All Levels Charlotte Raich 7/9 $104 A

9:30am-11:00am Level 2 Jackie Shaffer 7/9 $120 A

11:15am-12:30pm Level 1 Jackie Shaffer 7/9 $120 A

11:15am-12:15pm Moms & Babies Sylvia Cacciato 7/9 $120 B

4:30pm-6:00pm Level 2 Annie Moyer 7/9 $120 A

5:00pm-6:15pm Yin Yoga Alex Levin 7/9 $120 B

6:30pm-7:45pm Level 1 Lisa Gunther 7/9 $120 B

8:00pm-9:15pm Level 1 Roger Panetta 7/9 $120 A

8:00pm-9:30pm Level 2 Lisa Gunther 7/9 $120 B

THURSDAY THURSDAY

9:30am-10:15am Family Yoga (parents, tots to tweens!) Dana Cook 7/10 $104 A

10:30am-12:00pm Level 2 Alex Levin 7/10 $120 A

10:30am-11:45am Level 1 Annie Moyer 7/10 $120 B

6:15pm-7:30pm Level 1 Carol Stehl 7/10 $120 B

6:45pm-8:00pm Prenatal Beth E./Pauline H. 7/10 $120 A

7:45pm-9:15pm Integral Yoga Debbie Sheetz 7/10 $120 B

FRIDAY FRIDAY

10:15am-11:45am Level 2 Jackie Shaffer 7/11 $120 A

11:00am-12:30pm All Levels Raima Larter 7/11 $120 B

11:45am-12:30pm Meditation Jackie Shaffer 7/11 donations A

4:30pm-5:45pm Gentle Pauline H./Faith H. 7/11 $120 A

6:30pm-8:00pm All Levels Alfia K./Lisa G. 7/11 $120 B

SATURDAY SATURDAY

7:45am-9:00am Mat Pilates 1/2 Nirinjan Devi 7/12 $120 B

9:15am-10:30am Mat Pilates 1 Nirinjan Devi 7/12 $120 B

9:15am-10:30am Level 1 Amir 7/12 $120 A

10:45am-12:15pm Level 2 Amir 7/12 $120 A

10:45am-12:15pm Vinyasa All Levels Kristin Heinz 7/12 $120 B

SUNDAY SUNDAY

9:00am-10:30am All Levels Enid Kassner 7/6 $120 A

9:15am-10:45am Level 3 John Sherburne 7/6 $120 C

10:45am-12:00pm Level 1 Enid Kassner 7/6 $120 A

11:00am-12:30pm Level 2 Anne Jablonski 7/6 $120 B

4:30pm-6:00pm Vinyasa 2 Alfia Khaibullina 7/6 $120 B

4:45pm-6:00pm Prenatal Pauline Howard 7/6 $120 A

6:30pm-7:30pm Meditation Jane & Garrett Phelan ongoing donations A

NEW PRICING FOR MULTIPLE REGISTRATIONS!

Want to register for TWO weekly classes? Take $50 off the total cost.

Want to register for THREE or more? Take $108 off your total.

Multi-class discounts apply to full quarter registrations only,may not be shared between students, and may not be combined with other discounts.

MORNING MYSORE/ASHTANGA YOGA weekdays 5:30 a.m. and Sundays 8:00 a.m. Email tova@sunandmoonstudio.com

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ARLINGTON STUDIO SUMMER 2014 (8 WEEKS)SUNDAY JULY 6 - SATURDAY AUGUST 30

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Sun & Moon Yoga Studio is among the country’s premier

schools for the study and practice of yoga. We’ve shared our teachings with over 10,000

students since the early 1990s. We embrace a holistic approach to this ancient system of health and

healing, offering our cherished students a well-rounded yoga

education and practice to help them feel better inside and out. Our philosophy is based on an eclectic blend of hatha yoga

traditions with instructors who share a strong passion for teaching and a commitment to giving students a nurturing home for exploring the

art and science of yoga.

While this schedule is current as of printing, there may be changes. Please check our website at sunandmoonstudio.com for the

most up-to-date information.

DIRECTIONS TO FAIRFAX

FAIRFAX CITY STUDIO9998 Main Street Fairfax, VA 22031

From Rt. 29/211: Take Rt. 236 East (Main Street). Pass downtown Fairfax City. We’re located on the left in Main Street Center.

From I-495: Take Rt. 236 West (Little River Turnpike). Little River Turnpike turns into Main Street. We’re located on the right in Main Street Center.

From Rt. 123: Take Rt. 236 East (Main Street). We’re located on the left in Main Street Center.

NEW PRICING FOR MULTIPLE REGISTRATIONS!

Want to register for TWO weekly classes? Take $50 off the total cost.

Want to register for THREE or more? Take $108 off your total.

Multi-class discounts apply to full quarter registrations only,may not be shared between students, and may not be combined with other discounts.

Day/Time Class Instructor Start Date Fee Studio

MONDAY

10:00am-11:15am Mat Pilates 1/2 Anna Mikheeva 7/7 $120 A

10:15am-11:45am All Levels Carol Confino 7/7 $120 B

12:00pm-1:15pm Gentle/Level 1 Carol Confino 7/7 $120 B

4:45pm-6:00pm Level 1 Melinda Hofstetter 7/7 $120 A

6:00pm-7:30pm Level 3 Vicki Christian 7/7 $120 B

6:15pm-7:45pm Level 2 Melinda Hofstetter 7/7 $120 A

7:45pm-9:00pm Mat Pilates All Levels Julia Hughes 7/7 $120 B

8:00pm-9:15pm Level 1 Kate Rudacille 7/7 $120 A

TUESDAY

7:00am-8:00am All Levels Cynthia Lim 7/8 $104 B

10:15am-11:30am Gentle Annette Hyde 7/8 $120 A

10:15am-11:30am Yoga on the Ball Noralea Dalkin 7/8 $120 B

11:45am-1:15pm Adaptive Yoga Noralea Dalkin 7/8 $120 B

4:30pm-6:00pm Level 2 Rixie Dennison 7/8 $120 B

6:00pm-7:15pm Level 1 Terry Strayer 7/8 $120 A

6:15pm-7:45pm Level 2/3 Rixie Dennison 7/8 $120 B

7:30pm-8:45pm All Levels Terry Strayer 7/8 $120 A

WEDNESDAY

9:00am-10:30am Level 2 Cynthia Maltenfort 7/9 $120 B

10:45am-12:15pm All Levels Anna Mikheeva 7/9 $120 B

6:00pm-7:30pm Level 3/4 Pat Pao 7/9 $120 B

6:15pm-7:45pm Level 2 Carol Confino 7/9 $120 A

7:45pm-9:00pm Mat Pilates All Levels Julia Hughes 7/9 $120 B

8:00pm-9:15pm Level 1 Carol Confino 7/9 $120 A

THURSDAY

7:00am-8:00am All Levels Cynthia Lim 7/10 $104 B

9:15am-10:30am Level 1 Vicki Christian 7/10 $120 B

10:15am-11:45am Level 2/3 Judith L./ John S. 7/10 $120 A

10:45am-12:15pm Level 2 Carol Confino 7/10 $120 B

4:30pm-5:45pm Gentle Susie C./ Annette H. 7/10 $120 B

6:15pm-7:30pm Level 1 Carole Rodero 7/10 $120 A

6:30pm-7:45pm Prenatal Melinda Hofstetter 7/10 $120 B

8:00pm-9:30pm All Levels Deb Hertz 7/10 $120 B

FRIDAY

10:00am-11:30am All Levels Cynthia Maltenfort 7/11 $120 B

10:15am-11:45am Level 2/3 Vicki Christian 7/11 $120 A

11:45am-1:15pm Adaptive Yoga Noralea Dalkin 7/11 $120 B

12:00pm-1:15pm Level 1 Deb Hertz 7/11 $120 A

5:30pm-6:45pm Peacful Practices Rixie Dennison 7/11 $120 B

7:00pm-8:15pm Exploring the Chakras Rixie Dennison 7/11 $120 B

SATURDAY

9:00am-10:30am Level 3 Annette Hyde 7/12 $120 A

9:15am-10:30am Level 1 Dena Jensen 7/12 $120 B

10:45am-12:15pm Level 2 Dena Jensen 7/12 $120 B

SUNDAY

9:00am-10:15am Mat Pilates 1 Julia Hughes 7/6 $120 A

9:15am-10:30am Gentle/Level 1 Carol Confino 7/6 $120 B

10:30am-12:00pm All Levels Anna Mikheeva 7/6 $120 A

10:45am-12:15pm Level 2 Carol Confino 7/6 $120 B

5:00pm-6:15pm Prenatal Melanie Mustone 7/6 $120 B

7:00pm-8:00pm Meditation Jon Waterman ongoing donations B

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FAIRFAX STUDIO SUMMER 2014 (8 WEEKS)SUNDAY JULY 6 - SATURDAY AUGUST 30

General Information and Fees

REGISTRATION INFORMATION AND FEESSun & Moon is a school of yoga, with weekly classes structured to provide a well-rounded curriculum over an entire quarter. We run four quarters per year; depending on the season, the length of the quarter varies. We welcome beginners and new students at any time. Your first class is free! Once you decide to sign up for a class, you can register online at sunandmoonstudio.com; or by phone, mail, or in person. We accept credit cards, checks or cash. If you’re redeeming a gift certificate or studio credit, please do so by phone or in person. We offer the following options for class registrations:

FULL QUARTER REGISTRATION We recommend this option, as it will give you the best possible yoga education and experience. Regular practice and connection to your yoga community form the cornerstone of Sun & Moon’s unique yoga environment. Full quarter prices: $15/class for 75- and 90-minute classes$13/class for 45- and 60-minute classes

PARTIAL REGISTRATION If you’re joining the quarter late, or you know you’ll be traveling and unable to attend several classes, you may register for a partial quarter, with a minimum of six classes. Partial registration prices:$16/class for 75- and 90-minute classes$14/class for 45- and 60-minute classes

SINGLE CLASS/DROP-INSTo accommodate students with unpredictable schedules, we allow anyone to drop-in anytime (on rare occasions, space will not be available in a fully registered class). Drop-in prices:$20/class for 75- and 90-minute classes$15/class for 45- and 60-minute classes

EXTRA DROP-INS FOR REGISTERED STUDENTSIf you’re a registered student (full or partial) seeking an additional class, you may drop-in to any class at the partial registration price listed above.

MULTIPLE CLASS DISCOUNTS – NEW BENEFIT!!Register for two full quarter classes and take $50 off your total; register for three full quarter classes and take off $108.

MAKE-UPSConsider your registered class your “homeroom” for yoga. However, if you can’t make it to your registered class, you can make it up in any other class within the current quarter at either studio. Make-ups in advance of a future absence are allowed. When you are doing a make-up, sign in at the front desk and inform the teacher. All make-ups must be taken during the quarter for which you are registered; they may not be carried over to the next quarter.

REFUND AND CREDIT POLICYKeeping in mind our liberal make-up policy, we understand that life circumstances sometimes get in the way, and yoga has to wait. If you decide you must ask for a credit or a refund, they are available for the number of classes remaining in the quarter, based on the date we receive your request (not the date you last attended). Therefore, please fill out a refund/credit request form as soon as you know you can no longer attend your classes. Refunds will incur the following administrative fees: $20 for classes or 10% the cost of a workshop. Refunds by check may take up to 3 weeks to process; refunds by credit card may take up to one week. Letters of Credit are valid for one year from the date issued, and incur no administrative fee. Letters of Credit apply to classes and workshops only, and cannot be redeemed for cash or merchandise. Workshop refunds or letters of credit are available up to the day before the event. No refunds or credits are given the day of or after the workshop.

WHAT TO WEAR AND OTHER USEFUL INFORMATIONWear comfortable “work-out” clothes; nothing too baggy so teachers can see your alignment. We practice barefoot and keep our floors clean; leave your shoes in the cubbies before entering the yoga rooms. We have men’s and women’s changing areas. No heavy perfume/cologne or noisy jewelry. For your safety, leave valuables locked and hidden in your car. Cell phones must be silenced; for the benefit of all, we strongly discourage cell phones in the yoga room. Sun & Moon Yoga Studio, Ltd. reserves the right to dismiss (with or without a refund) any student who disrupts the harmony of the class or studio.

EMERGENCY CLOSINGSClasses cancelled due to inclement weather or other emergency will not be re-scheduled, but may be made up in any other class during the quarter. During severe weather conditions or other emergencies, we will post all cancellations on the studio website and on the outgoing voicemail at 703.525.9642.

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Registration – Summer 2014703-525-YOGA (9642) www.sunandmoonstudio.com

One form per person please.

Name ________________________________________________________________________ Date _______/_______/_______ Address _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ City ______________________________________________________________ State ___________ Zip __________________________

Phone (day) __________________________________ (evening) ___________________________________ (cell) ________________________________ Email ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

SIGN HEREBy signing here, I declare myself to be responsible for my own health and safety while participating in class. I have read and understand the make-up and refund policy.

_____________________________________________

Class Day Time Teacher Arlington or Fairfax? Cost

Take $10 if you are a senior (60+ years). Take $50 off two full class registrations . Take $108 off three full class registrations . DISCOUNTS ARE FOR FULL QUARTER REGISTRATIONS ONLY AND MAY NOT BE COMBINED WITH ANOTHER STUDENT OR ANOTHER DISCOUNT.

Take $10 if you are a senior (60+ years). Take $50 off two full class registrations . Take $108 off three full class registrations . DISCOUNTS ARE FOR FULL QUARTER REGISTRATIONS ONLY AND MAY NOT BE COMBINED WITH ANOTHER STUDENT OR ANOTHER DISCOUNT.

Take $10 if you are a senior (60+ years). Take $50 off two full class registrations . Take $108 off three full class registrations . DISCOUNTS ARE FOR FULL QUARTER REGISTRATIONS ONLY AND MAY NOT BE COMBINED WITH ANOTHER STUDENT OR ANOTHER DISCOUNT.

Take $10 if you are a senior (60+ years). Take $50 off two full class registrations . Take $108 off three full class registrations . DISCOUNTS ARE FOR FULL QUARTER REGISTRATIONS ONLY AND MAY NOT BE COMBINED WITH ANOTHER STUDENT OR ANOTHER DISCOUNT.

Take $10 if you are a senior (60+ years). Take $50 off two full class registrations . Take $108 off three full class registrations . DISCOUNTS ARE FOR FULL QUARTER REGISTRATIONS ONLY AND MAY NOT BE COMBINED WITH ANOTHER STUDENT OR ANOTHER DISCOUNT.

Take $10 if you are a senior (60+ years). Take $50 off two full class registrations . Take $108 off three full class registrations . DISCOUNTS ARE FOR FULL QUARTER REGISTRATIONS ONLY AND MAY NOT BE COMBINED WITH ANOTHER STUDENT OR ANOTHER DISCOUNT.

TOTAL DUE:

Please make payment to Sun & Moon for full amount. Drop off or mail to:Arlington classes: 3811 Lee Highway, Arlington, VA 22207 Fairfax classes: 9998 Main Street, Fairfax, VA 22031

OFFICE USE:did you add name to reg. notebook? ring transaction in shopkeep? how was payment made? credit card _____ cash_____check (#_____ )SMYS credit $amount _______ gift cert. (#_____ & $amount _______ ) if partial reg., how many weeks? _______YOUR NAME_________________ Date rec’d ____________ which staff person entered in database? _______________________

For mail-in registrations only:

Card # _________________________________________ Billing zip code____________

Exp. Date ___ /____ CVV code _______Signature _______________________________

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Voices from the Path: The Patient Monkey

by Jacque Blundell

In a recent newsletter, Amir referred to yoga and the “monkey mind,” and I thought,

“oh yeah, that’s me!” I even know what my monkey looks like. One of those tiny organ

grinder monkeys complete with cymbals, a little red suit, and a tiny hat.

I’ve been taking Judith Lyon’s class for years and it has been a blessing. We work hard

and pay attention to the myriad details that make up proper alignment. I’m usually

concentrating so hard that the monkey stops clanging around in my brain and stands

on the edge of the mat. He’s just waiting for my concentration to slip and then he’s

right back at it, clanging away on those blasted cymbals.

But this winter, something else happened. Between the snow and being sick, I had way

too many classes to make up. I decided to try Alex Levin’s Yin Yoga class. I couldn’t

imagine how I would manage to be still and quiet

for minutes at a time. But I discovered that it was

a different kind of concentration. Sort of “non-

concentration.” For the first couple of poses, the

monkey was there on the edge of my mat. Quiet,

but there. And then, as my body and mind finally

relaxed, it was almost as if I could see the little

dickens get frustrated, put his hands on his tiny

hips, and stalk out the door.

I have this image in my mind now of my monkey,

sitting on the chairs by the water cooler, waiting

for me to finish class. Once I actually made it to

the front and put on my shoes before I heard the

cymbals clanging and saw him scampering

down the hallway. Maybe one day, I’ll actually make it out of the building without him.

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Save the Dates for Fall Visiting TeachersBarbara Benagh | October 17 to October 19

John Schumacher | November 15 Daylong

Elena Brower | November 22 to November 23

Summer Yoga: Rest, Play, Restore

RESTORE W/AMIRSat July 19

SOLA STICKS & MIRACLE BALLSSun July 20 w/Cynthia Maltenfort

SIT DOWN, STRETCH OUTSat July 27 Chair Yoga w/Steve Wolf

COLOR, PAINTING & ENERGYSat Aug 2 w/Jackie Shaffer

Sun & Moon In-Depth: 2014-15

Our In-Depth program offers opportunities for privileged study with some of the nation’s premier master teachers, sets the stage for life-long study, and focuses on the rich and deep traditions of classical yoga.

“What always struck me, at the end of an immersion or a meet-up or a class observation or a workshop, is the depth of knowledge and understanding that teachers were sharing with us and the care with which they offered their lessons and guidance. Throughout the entire program, I felt this

If you’re ready to delve deeply into the art and science of teaching and living your yoga, contact Alex Levin, Director

of Teacher Training, at alex@sunandmoonstudo.com

tremendous ease and acceptance, patience, gentleness, lightness and kindness, really without exception.” ~ Lisa Stucky, May 2013