Upper Valley Yoga Blog

	author: Leslie Carleton \| 30 April 2014 Community The word “community” evokes certain feelings, associations and desires, but as I sit down to write briefly about the new Community Yoga class at UVY, I find myself hesitating. I want to do justice to this vast word. It’s a big, big word. Like “Yoga”. Or “Love.” My own sense of the word is that it represents a group of people who come together, mostly intentionally, to be part of something bigger than the individual. Community is inside of you – but it’s not about you. . . Read more
	author: Leslie Carleton \| 21 April 2014 Eye on the Sky I have a teeny crush on Mark Breen. If you too are a VPR junkie you probably know the dulcet tones of Mr. “Eye on the Sky”. Maybe “crush” is the wrong word, but I love the fact that whether he is talking about hailstorms and floods and ice dams, or perfect blue skies and warm breezes, his inflection is always pitch perfect, matter of fact cheerfulness. The other day when it was 65. (Or maybe 25, I don’t remember) he was talking about the path of Spring, the transition into Summer, being a “. . . Read more
	author: Leslie Carleton \| 22 February 2014 Magic and Dying “The world is full of magic things, patiently waiting for our senses to grow sharper.” ― WB Yeats A week ago, a dear friend from college died of cancer, out in San Francisco. Her last month on this earth was full of agony but also tremendous love, given and received, and tremendous awareness of life’s magic. Friends and family waited with her, for death to take her body. On the other side of the country, I waited to hear news. I tried to listen to my own thoughts and memories,. . . Read more
	author: Leslie Carleton \| 11 February 2014 Love Yoga in the time of Love…. Or, Love in the time of Yoga!….. I have my fair share of cynicism around Valentine’s Day, and yet, a part of me is gleeful that we have a holiday that celebrates the loving heart—cards, candy, flowers and all. I think anything that gives us an excuse to ruminate on the nature and taste of love between not just lovers, but all people, can’t be all bad. For my own part, I have been meditating and marveling on the nature and power of love, and of . . . Read more
	author: Leslie Carleton \| 2 February 2014 Half-time YOGA AT HALFTIME?(Couldn’t resist….) I’m not a watcher of football myself; I don’t have network TV so couldn’t tune into Fox if I wanted. But….I appreciate the passion and fervor people bring to their Superbowl Sunday gatherings, and the camaraderie it helps foster among families and friends. Ponder this during halftime this evening: it is also technically “halftime” for Winter. You have made it through half of this exhilarating yet undeniably challengin. . . Read more

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ACCOMMODATIONS:

The building itself was renovated to be energy efficient, and the room is moderately heated in cooler seasons to promote a good, healthy sweat, but not heated to an excessive or wasteful degree. There are cubbies in our large office to store your personal belongings, a spacious changing room, a comfy sofa and a water cooler (please bring a water bottle to fill, to cut down on paper cup usage). Two nice, clean bathrooms are located just down the hall. There are also cubbies in the studio itself for valuables, which students are welcome to use. We have a full lending library of yoga books, and encourage students to borrow freely. Gift certificates are available for purchase in any amount.

GUIDELINES FOR PRACTICE

Please do not wear perfume or any strong scent

People with allergies can be very sensitive to scent. Also, lots of people sweating in a closed space is less stinky than lots of people all wearing different brands of perfume or deodorant.

Wear comfortable clothing

Not so tight it binds, not so loose it gets in your way. And please do not wear clothes that “gap” and are inappropriately revealing.

Practice on an empty stomach

If possible, don’t eat at least three hours before practice. If you know that this isn’t possible for you, eat easily digested food one hour before class.

No food or outside beverages inside the studio

If necessary, bottled water is okay, but remember we are trying to generate internal heat; constant sipping cools the body. After practice, drink plenty of pure water.

Bring your own mat

Shared mats are not hygienic; you may borrow one from us if one is available, until you are able to purchase your own, but please clean it afterward with the mat wipes provided. Please understand mats may be borrowed on a first come basis….we have only a few to borrow, and do occasionally run out of them.

Keep your eyes on your own practice

The practice is richer when it happens from the inside out. It’s not about comparing yourself with the person next to you. Be present with your own experience.

Be kind and loving to yourself

Rest when you need to. Honor where you are in your practice. Use the energy of those around to inspire, not diminish, you. Remember: you are perfect just as you are now, and yoga is meant to enhance that understanding and let that perfection shine. Have fun!

Newcomers! 3 for $30

If you are new to Upper Valley Yoga, you can purchase a 3-class pass for $30! (For our first-time guests only, package expires 15 days after purchase)

Single Class, $16

Drop in to any regular weekly class

Single Class, Student or Senior* Rate, $13

*Full time high school and college students, Seniors 60+

10-Class Pass, $140

Expires after one year

10-Class Pass, Student or Senior* Rate, $120

Expires after one year

*Full time high school and college students, Seniors 60+

5-Class Pass, $75

Expires after 6 months

5-Class Pass, Student or Senior* Rate, $63

Expires after 6 months.

*Full time high school and college students, Seniors 60+

Unlimited Yoga Passes

Monthly, Auto-Renew with credit card, $99/mo

Unlimited yoga. 6-month commitment is required; early cancellation fee of $50 applies if the auto renew is canceled before 6 months. This is the best value if you plan to attend at least 2 classes per week.

One month, unlimited, $140

Unlimited yoga with no commitment required.

One month, Student or Senior* rate, $120

Unlimited yoga with no commitment required.

*Full time high school and college students, Seniors 60+

3-Month Unlimited, $360

Unlimited yoga, 3 months

If you don’t yet have a mat, borrow one from us and please clean it afterward with the mat wipes.

We have a limited, need-based scholarship fund available for those who are struggling to pay for classes; please email or call us to inquire. We also gratefully accept donations for that fund in any amount. In addition, there are occasional work/study opportunities. If you are interested in being on the work/study list, please let us know!

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