october news 2011

the extension of our shala schedule has gone really well and i hope that it has been useful for all of you! during these times of unrest, uncertainty, and transition, that perhaps we feel either on a personal level or as a society, the practice can be a useful and comforting tool in grounding us and providing solace and inner peace. the shala is a space that has been  created for that purpose… it is a refuge and sacred space in which we can share, focus, and transform our energies.  i hope that you all feel the benefits of the practice in your lives and that it is bringing you some joy and peace... here is the october news:

1. please remember that the shala schedule is:
* morning mysore classes: 7am – 1pm. (entry from 7am – 11:30am).
* evening mysore classes: MONDAY – THURSDAY: 5pm – 9pm (entry from 5pm – 7:30pm); FRIDAY: 5pm – 8pm (entry from 5pm – 6:30pm).
* SUNDAY led class: 10am.

2. please note that the moon days this month are: WEDNESDAY, 12 OCTOBER and WEDNESDAY, 26 OCTOBER. there will be NO class on these days.

3. on SUNDAY, 16 OCTOBER, from 12pm – 2pm, there will be a zen meditation workshop led by laia monserrat. you will be receiving more information shortly.

4. on SATURDAY, 22 OCTOBER, from 10am – 1pm, aleix griño will be giving a workshop on the fundamentals of ashtanga yoga, focusing on the standing postures. i will be sending you more information soon.

5. the WEEKEND of 29 & 30 OCTOBER from 12pm – 2pm there will be an introduction to ashtanga yoga workshop with veronica fernandez. please spread the word and encourage interested friends or family to join!

6. for those of you who leave your yoga mats, cotton mats, and/ or towels at the shala, please remember to take them home once in awhile to wash. this should be done at least once a month, and more, if you happen to sweat alot or happen to find any of these items to be smelly. thank you!

i hope that everyone has been settling back into their work and/ or school routines with ease and that you are all enjoying these beautiful autumn days…
i hope to see you in class soon! take care… with gratitude, much love and peace… namaste, hojung