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Yoga Theme: September, 2010 - September 28, 2010
Here is the class I prepared for the retreat with a theme of opening to the DIVINE FEMININE or shakti prana.

Pilates Theme: September, 2010 - September 28, 2010
Rollover is an advanced exercise but the warm-ups either one-leg roll-over prep or roll-over prep can be done instead.

Yoga Theme: June, 2010 - June 23, 2010
The teaching theme for the summer is not so much a teaching theme as a reinforcement of the idea of yoga as a way of learning to be intrinsically focused rather than extrinsically focused.

Pilates Theme: June, 2010 - June 23, 2010
It is getting harder to come up with Pilates themes as the classical system is limited in terms of themes, especially in comparison to yoga where there are infinite possibilities for teaching themes, so I have decided to go into fundamentals of individual exercises and building them up.

Yoga Theme: April, 2010 - April 9, 2010
I feel myself learning to be more compassionate with myself and appreciate the peace and acceptance I find in treating myself with loving kindness and so I want to focus on the theme of caring for ourselves this spring.

Pilates Theme: April, 2010 - April 9, 2010
It is getting harder to come up with Pilates themes as the classical system is limited in terms of themes, especially in comparison to yoga where there are infinite possibilities for teaching themes, so I have decided to go into fundamentals of individual exercises and building them up.

Yoga Theme: January, 2010 - January 11, 2010
Winter is the perfect time to practice meditation. Open with this quote: Do not dwell on the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment. - BUDDHA

Pilates Theme: January 2010 - January 11, 2010
The Power of Pillar: Focus on the pillar throughout the class. Start with the Pillar warm up and the focus on it throughout class, especially in side kick series, swan prep, swimming and mermaid.

The Seated Forward Fold Pose - December 10, 2009
As the new year approaches, the habit of the mind is to reflect on the year past and to consider changes for the future. Unfortunately, resolutions are often abandoned a week into the new year. How can we instill change into our lives successfully?

Susie's Thesis: The Effects of Meditation on Perceived Stress - November 3, 2009
Meditation and Stress

Yoga Theme: September, 2009 - August 31, 2009
The fall is a time of letting go.

Pilates Theme: September, 2009 - August 31, 2009
In this class build up each exercise with a fundamental warm-up and skip exercises to make up for the time spent on the warm-ups.

Yoga Theme: July, 2009 - July 1, 2009
The summer is filled with gifts for the senses.

Pilates Theme: July, 2009 - June 30, 2009
In this class focus on the breath.

Yoga Theme: April, 2009 - April 1, 2009
Spring is the time of planting seeds.

Pilates Theme: April, 2009 - March 31, 2009
Every once in a while I like to teach and review proper c-scoop position very clearly at the beginning of class and than emphasize it throughout the entire class.

Pilates Theme: February, 2009 - January 31, 2009
I want to focus on two qualities in the mat work, intensity and relaxation.

Yoga Theme: February, 2009 - January 31, 2009
Since February is the month of LOVE, lets explore the divine union between Shiva and Shakti, the un-manifest and the manifest, energy and matter.

Yoga Theme: January, 2009 - January 1, 2009
The winter offers a sense of ‘stillness’ that no other season offers.

Pilates Theme: January, 2009 - December 31, 2008
Since the winter months can cause muscle tension, especially in the neck and shoulders, I have explored teaching pilates with a strong focus on keeping the neck, shoulders and jaw relaxed.

Natural Yoga Mat Cleaner Recipe - July 12, 2007
Wonderful mat cleaning recipe!

Pilates Part II available through Correspondence! - July 11, 2007
Pilates II Correspondence

Breast Aid Chek - July 4, 2007
Breast Aid Chek

Yoga Theme: January, 2011 - December 31, 1969
Winter is such a great time to center and gather energy within as it is a time of quietude and stillness.

Pilates Theme: January, 2011 - December 31, 1969
The leg circles exercise is the next exercise to explore building up from fundamentals to the full exercise.