The Whole Enchilada

Dorothy Ann and twenty students were "inward bound" in her Saturday Special, "Meditation for Yogis". Using Patanjali's "Eight Limbs of Yoga" as a meditation map, Dorothy Ann guided us through the external and internal yoga practices, suggesting that the practice of moral awareness, yoga postures, breathing practices, sensory withdrawal, concentration and meditation combine to give us the fullness of this rich and ancient practice - or... the whole enchilada!

Two rounds of seated meditation were prepared for with gentle stretches and Dorothy Ann's enthusiastically experienced presentation of helpful techniques for getting quiet and looking inward. After the last meditation, all participants gave short, honest and very simply eloquent accounts of their experience. Whether good, frustrating or funny -- it was all helpful to demonstrate the variety of flavors available to the meditating mind.

Participants left feeling calmer, more aware of the benefits of meditation, and absolutely supported by the group in whatever their experience was. Dorothy Ann's class, Meditation for Yogis, meets on Monday evenings for another two weeks. She will return with the class in the Fall.

Next Saturday Special, April 5, is Yin/Yang Yoga, an excellent practice for preparing for meditation! See the Saturday Specials link for a description

Saturday Special: Yoga Mix

What makes a Saturday Special "special'?

Sometimes we offer a focus that doesn't quite fit into the weekly classes. Taking extra time to appreciate the vital role our feet play in our postures (Saturday Special - Feet and Ankles) or to focus on back strengthening and alignment (Saturday Special - Protecting the Lower Back) helps to inform our entire practice.

Sometimes we offer a slightly different style of yoga (Saturday Special - Yin/Yang Yoga) or enrichment forour practice (Saturday Special - Meditation for Yogis) that can bring new space to our hips or clarity to our mind.

Sometimes we explore creative themes (Saturday Special - Yoga and the Divine Feminine) or reach out to special populations (Saturday Special - Yoga for Men).

And sometimes we offer a plain ol' balanced yoga class that puts a spring in our step for the rest of the weekend. On March 8, Sandy's Saturday Special - Yoga Mix, gave the group a comprehensive and well-rounded yoga session that left us strengthened, stretched and very satisfied. A great way to start the weekend!

Some of the Specials mentioned above have already happened. But many are still to come. Check the schedule and brighten up your weekend with these creative additions to your yoga practice!