Workshops & Events

Ashtanga Primer will be a detailed exploration of specific practices in Ashtanga Yoga that can get glossed over in an hour class in favor of “the flow’. Come practice jump-throughs, assist and adjusts, and the more difficult poses like arm balances – along with Ujjayi breath, bandhas (core work) and drishti (gaze). You’ll be amazed at what you can do!!

2 hour Ashtanga Practice adding in all the sun salutes and lots of the vinyasa, and as many of the postures as we can fit! Contact Mary Jo for more information about the Ashtanga Practice at: maryjo@theblissblissbliss.com.

Why should we not start a cleanse in January? Why are certain yoga poses calming and others stimulating? What are some best practices for meditation? Join Lauren Stinespring & Elizabeth Halliday-Reynolds on a year long journey to learn about Ayurveda. Each class will combine yoga, mediation, mantra, and breathing practices. Classes will support the unique constitution (ayurvedic dosha) of participants. We will offer teachings on seasonal and dosha supportive food choices, sacred routines that you can use to enhance your daily life and both simple and complex cleansing techniques that can support the physical body. While participants do not have to come to every class, the opportunity to learn the layers of Ayurveda through out the year will give repeat participants a deeper understanding. Employing an Ayurvedic approach over the course of a year can allow the body to slowly receive the teachings. You get to decide what aspects work for you at this time in your life. The class will meet at least every other month. Come to one or all. Cost: $35. Pre-Registration helpful: elizabeth@blissblissbliss.com.

A fun and gentle approach to re-strengthening the body after pregnancy and labor, increasing energy levels and providing self-care while socializing with other new BlissMamas and their babies. The poses target core and pelvic muscles, tone arms and legs, and release tension in shoulders and neck. Breathing and relaxation exercises are also introduced to alleviate stress. The class is taught in a supportive, peaceful environment for bonding with your baby. Baby yoga and massage are also explored in each class. Mothers with babies that are 6 weeks old to active crawlers are welcome and no prior yoga experience is necessary. 4-week Sessions, pre-registration required. Fore details contact: heidi@theblissblissbliss.com

a workshop developed to bring ease and joy to your birth experience and alleviate common fears associated with labor and birth. The informative 2.5-hour session is intended for expectant mothers in their 2nd or 3rd trimesters and their birthing partners. Yoga-centered techniques that can promote a positive birthing experience will be discussed and explored. This workshop will encourage couples to feel safe, secure, empowered and confident through the entire birthing journey. Time will also be available for questions, sharing, and interaction with other couples. Birthing partner includes spouse, boyfriend, family member, or friend. No yoga experience is necessary. Cost: $50/couple Pre-registration required: heidi@theblissblissbliss.com.

• 9:30-10:30am Vinyasa
• 10:40-11:40am Yin
• 11:40-11:50am FREE Meditation

Weekend Warrior is a dynamic balance of both yin and yang: action and repose, activity and receptivity, movement and stillness. And since these classes are separate you can choose what kind of Warrior you want to be! Please note that both hour-long classes will end in Savasana so if you are only able to get in one class you will have a complete practice.

Get started with a dynamic Vinyasa practice that will challenge and heat the body and burn away anything you no longer need.

Next, melt into a Yin practice. Yin is a series of poses, held for a longer period, while one sends their intention, breath and consciousness to the bodily sensations. This draws the life force (prana or chi) into the deeper meridians, which stimulates the immune system and rejuvenates the whole body. Yin Yoga is the gateway to a mediation practice!

End your time on the mat in a meditative state with a FREE 10 minute guided meditation.

Early registration $30. Please contact Elizabeth at elizabeth@theblissblissbliss.com for more details.

The holidays are a time for connecting and expressing gratitude. Often times that also includes overindulging and feeling sluggish. This class will invoke the fire (agni) heat in an invigorating flow designed to melt away the stress and tension of the hectic holiday season while ridding the body and the mind of impurities. Be prepared to move and sweat in an energetically firm, even and consistent flow where we will open up the hips, strengthen the arms and core. Come ready to sweat, detox, and let go of what no longer serves you!

Don’t let the thought of 2 hours of yoga scare you off – we will be journaling our New Year’s Intentions at the beginning of our practice and finish with a much deserved extended relaxation! Open to all levels. For questions or to secure your spot, please send Melita an email: melita@theblissblissbliss.com

The Book Club pick for January is “Man’s Search for Meaning”. Bliss Book Club is a FREE event. We will meet, sip tea, nosh on snacks and discuss the book. Please bring your own tea mug. All teas & extras will be provided. Please invite your friends, family and neighbors. The more the merrier!

• Champissage (Indian Head Massage) on June 16-18 (21 CEs). $395
• Kansa Vatki Foot Massage June 19 (7 CEs) $195

Registration for these classes are through Susan. To register see her website:. More information elizabeth@theblissblissbliss.com

• 200 Hour Yoga Alliance Certified Teacher Training

This 200-hour Yoga Alliance certified program will explore the art of teaching yoga through an integration of traditional yoga techniques, teaching methodology, Yogic philosophy, and Anatomy & Physiology. This class has typically offered a very flexible schedule of 1 long weekend a month. If enough students are interested a new class could start as early as Fall 2012.
If interested in this program contact Heidi Sherwin at heidi@theblissblissbliss.com

If you love meditation and are looking for a monthly class that combines a short teaching with an exploration of Mantra and a deep meditative experience in a group setting then this class is for you. Ananda Bliss will focus on the concepts of love, compassion, and holding the sacred, that help us unlock and connect to our true nature and divine purpose. These teachings are spiritual in nature but do not conflict with religious beliefs. Join Elizabeth as you unravel the layers of consciousness and find the unity in the ultimate reality. Ananda! Bliss! “Love is both the lock and the key.” Contact Elizabeth Halliday-Reynolds for more information: elizabeth@theblissblissbliss.com.

• Nov 4 10-6 Mini Shirodhara, Nasya and Karna Purna (7CEUs) $155
• Nov 5 10-6 Vedic Body Mask With Hot Towels (7CEUs) $155
• Nov 6 10-6 Marma Therapy – 22 Amazing points for transformation (7CEUs) $155

Register for all 3 by Sept 3 and save $30.

A deposit of one half of the class amount is due by Oct 2nd. Deadline to withdraw from class for full refund is Oct. 2.

To Register for these classes call 304 413 0270 or email elizabeth@theblissblissbliss.com

Level 1 of 3 Vedic Astrology $165.00

Date: TBD

In this class you will learn: Astrological basics,astrology as spiritual practice, the planets, planets and sign interaction, the houses, planetary aspects, and the role of the ascendants/using the lunar ascendant

Please let us know of your interest in taking this class by call 304 413 0270 or email elizabeth@theblissblissbliss.com

September 2011 – June 2012. One long weekend a month (excluding October 2011 and January 2012)

This 200-hour Yoga Alliance certified program will explore the art of teaching yoga through an integration of traditional yoga techniques, teaching methodology, Yogic philosophy, and Anatomy & Physiology.

If interested in this program contact Heidi Sherwin at heidi@theblissblissbliss.com