What a year it is has been! On SO many levels. I have so much to write about and yet so much is still percolating. One item that I do want to mention is that this year marks the 20th year since I started practicing Iyengar Yoga! I lucked into a 5 day workshop during my travels in Chiang Mai, Thailand. A friend recommended the course as I had already been practicing yoga on my own, with books and classes at the Y in college. Even though no one else signed up for the Intermediate course that week, the teacher taught me privately for 5 hours per day! It was such an incredible gift!
The class was in a beautiful forest garden oasis in Chiang Mai. We practiced pranayama, used the ropes, the wall and all of the props. I started practicing yoga due to a back injury in college, so I needed a lot of support. I was hooked, of course, and began practicing with my teacher, Sandra, a CIYT in Charlottesville, as soon as I settled back in the United States in 2002 and I have been practicing and studying ever since. I apprenticed for many years with my teacher, John Schumacher, as part of my training to become a CIYT in 2015.
I thought it would be a good time to introduce myself to those who are new and continue to engage those who have been with us for a long time. I have a few classes as well as some new offerings available this month that I wanted to share with you all. Join me for All Levels classes starting this Spring, a Level 1-2 for those with some experience in Iyengar Yoga. And for those who do not yet practice or do not know where to begin, I am pleased to release a series of 6 beginner yoga classes! My husband and I recorded these in the Fall of 2019, prior to this craziness that has befallen us this past year.
Check out the details below, I would love to celebrate with you and see you in class!
Level 1-2 Iyengar Yoga Class with Sara Agelasto: I teach a Level I-II Iyengar Yoga class on Thursdays at 5:30pm EST. This is for students with some experience in yoga. The first or last class of the month is always a great time to join. I teach restoratives & pranayama during the last class of the month and standing poses during the first class of the month. You can also join YogaCville for $90/month and have access to all of the classes at the studio! Consider supporting all of us and our studio that have done a fantastic job of innovating this last year! Find out More and Register at YogaCville.com
All Levels Classes Starting in May: I will teach another All Levels class on Friday mornings at 10EST. I may add some lunchtime classes too, so email me if you want to take a class, but this time does not suit. It will be pay-what-you-can by donation. If you would like to join in on a class, send a donation via PayPal to paypal@ihanuman.com and I will send you the link for the class starting in May. Please contact me with any questions.
Yoga for Beginners Recorded Series: I created a Beginner’s yoga class series BEFORE the pandemic. It's a series of 6 classes and will be the launching pad for your yoga practice. After 6 weeks, you will feel confident joining any Level 1 yoga class or you can continue your practice on your own. If you are interested in the 6 week series, send me an email to sara@ihanuman.com and I will send you the first class for FREE! The entire six week series is only $49. You can send your payment via paypal to paypal@ihanuman.com and then can go at your own pace and enjoy. Please contact me if you have any questions.
Introduction to Asana with Advanced Iyengar Yoga Teacher Lois Steinberg: This course covers the basic principles and foundation postures of Iyengar Yoga, as is recommended for students who: are new to yoga, returning after some time away, and coming from other traditions/styles of yoga practice. This course is 12 weeks of Iyengar Yoga Instruction. Listen to Samples and Download Lois' course now.
Women's Issues from Menarche to Menopause with Advanced Iyengar Yoga Teacher Bobby Clennell : The underlying currents of hormonal activity that women experience throughout their lives affects the way they feel and the way they interact with friends, family and society. In this 2-hour class Bobby Clennell presents an overview of women’s lives and talks about how yoga can be adjusted for the various phases, from childhood, through puberty, pregnancy, menopause, and beyond. Listen to a Sample and Download Bobby's Classes.
Yoga for Bone Health with Rosie Richardson:Yoga for Bone Health starts Thursday, March 4 (THIS WEEK) at 11am with Rosie Richardson. It is a four week course, but there will be recordings available, if you cannot make the first class or the scheduled class times. Learn More and Register at YogaCville.com
Support the Women in Your Life and Celebrate International Women's Day and Women's History Month in March!