christmas holiday schedule 2012 - 2013

we will continue with our REGULAR SCHEDULE until SUNDAY, 23 DECEMBER.

please note these changes in the class schedule from MONDAY, 24 DECEMBER 2012 until WEDNESDAY, 2 JANUARY 2013:

MONDAY, 24 DECEMBER: LED CLASS at 10am.

TUESDAY, 25 DECEMBER: PUBLIC HOLIDAY – CLOSED

WEDNESDAY, 26 DECEMBER: PUBLIC HOLIDAY – CLOSED

THURSDAY, 27 DECEMBER: LED CLASS at 10am.

FRIDAY, 28 DECEMBER: FULL MOON – CLOSED

SUNDAY, 30 DECEMBER: LED CLASS at 10am.

MONDAY, 31 DECEMBER: LED CLASS at 10am.

TUESDAY, 1 JANUARY: PUBLIC HOLIDAY – CLOSED

the NORMAL CLASS SCHEDULE will begin on WEDNESDAY, 2 JANUARY 2013.

there will be NO class on SUNDAY, 6 JANUARY.

i wish you all the best for the holidays and the upcoming new year! for those of you who are traveling, have safe travels! take care… much love and peace… namaste hojung.

december news 2012

during autumn and winter when there is less light and as it gets colder. it is natural for the body and being to go into a more contractive state. please be aware of your internal changes and practice accordingly. the dynamic nature of the ashtanga practice helps us to generate heat and cultivate our inner fire and a feeling of expansiveness during these upcoming cold months… here is the december news:

1. please note that the moon days this month are: THURSDAY, 13 DECEMBER, and FRIDAY, 28 DECEMBER. there will be NO class on these days.  

2. also, please take into account that THURSDAY, 6 DECEMBER is a public holiday and the normal class schedule will be canceled. there will ONLY be a LED CLASS at 10am (please arrive 10 minutes early).

 

3. the shala will be OPEN with its REGULAR SCHEDULE until SUNDAY, 23 DECEMBER. 

 

4. we will be CLOSED from MONDAY EVENING, 24 DECEMBER until WEDNESDAY, 2 JANUARY. please note that on MONDAY, 24 DECEMBER, we will ONLY be offering a LED CLASS at 10am (please arrive 10 minutes early).

5. depending on what your holiday plans are, you may pay for your december classes accordingly: single classes at 12 euros each; 4 class pack = 44 euros; 5-class pack = 50 euros; 2 classes/ week (8 classes/month) = 60 euros; 3 classes/week (12 classes/month) = 75 euros; or unlimited classes = 90 euros. please remember that these monthly rates are non-refundable and that it is your responsibility to use the classes within the same month.

6. during these cold months, when entering and exiting the shala, please close the door well (WITHOUT LOCKING IT) as to keep the warm air in and cold air out… likewise, the doors to the practice room should always be kept closed in order to retain the heat. thank you!

7. the holidays are approaching and if you are thinking of some gift ideas, we have the following items available:

cotton yoga mats = 20 euros

yoga mat bags = 20 euros

a book about the zen practice, written by laia monserrat = 10 euros

i wish you all the best for this holiday season. may it be stress-free and filled with joy, peace, laughter, love, and gratitude! take care and thank you for your continued commitment to the practice and your own personal evolution and path! for those of you who are traveling, have safe travels!much love and peace... namaste, hojung.

yin-yang yoga workshop - “preparing for winter” : saturday, 10 november 2012

I am happy to announce that we will be offering a Yin/Yang Yoga Workshop - “Preparing for Winter” on SATURDAY, 10 NOVEMBER, from 10:30am – 1:30pm, taught by kathy paez.

Cost: 25 euros

Limited space! Reserve your space at: 617 672 872 or kathypaez@gmail.com

In this Yin/Yang Yoga Workshop - “Preparing for Winter” we will be focusing on:

* The Metal element (lungs / large intestine) & Water (kidney/ bladder), we will be working on these meridians.
* During the session we will interweave dynamic movements (Yang) with static ones (Yin).
* Ujjayi breath to keep us connected with the lungs and the necessary internal heat for the oncoming winter.
* Meditation on the emotions related to these meridians with the use of aromatherapy attuned to the season and energetic lines.

Practitioners of all levels welcome... we hope to see you there! much love and peace... namaste, hojung

november news 2012

 

autumn is definitely here now with the time change and shorter days... through the practice of yoga and the ujjayi breath, we are able to generate and stay connected with our inner fire in order to adapt to the coming cold weather. the practice can also help us cope with the slight nostalgia or melancholy that sometimes comes during this season. here is the november news: 

1. please note that THURSDAY, 1 NOVEMBER is a public holiday and the normal class schedule will be canceled. there will ONLY be a LED CLASS at 10am (please arrive 10 minutes early). 

2. also, please take into account that the moon days this month are: TUESDAY, 13 NOVEMBER, and WEDNESDAY, 28 NOVEMBER. there will be NO class on these days. 

3. on SATURDAY, 10 NOVEMBER, from 10:30am a 1:30pm there will be a yin-yang yoga workshop "preparing for winter" with kathy paez. we will be working on the meridians which can suffer imbalances during winter: the lungs and large intestine (metal element) and the kidneys and bladder (water element) with a practice of dynamic movements (Yang) and static ones (Yin). please reserve your spot with kathy paez: 617 672 872 or kathypaez@gmail.com. 

4. during NOVEMBER the REGULAR YIN YOGA CLASSES at MIDDAY will continue on TUESDAYS and THURSDAYS, from 2:15pm – 3:30pm, taught by Kathy Paez, in our shala. If you would like to attend these classes, please save your space: 617. 672. 872 or kathypaez@gmail.com

or just come! 

5. perhaps you have already seen in the shala the indian cotton yoga mats (for those who prefer to practice with them on top of the sticky mat, as they absorb sweat and provide more traction). they are 20 euros each, and come in a wide array of colors. 

i hope that you are all well and to see you in class soon! take care… with gratitude, much love and peace… namaste, hojung

schedule change: thursday, 1 november 2012

i just want to let you know that this THURSDAY, 1 NOVEMBER, is a public holiday and and the normal schedule of classes will be canceled. there will ONLY be a LED CLASS at 10am. please arrive 10 minutes early, so that we can start on time. 

take care and i hope to see you soon in class! much love and peace, namaste, hojung

schedule change: friday, 12 october 2012

i just want to let you know that this FRIDAY, 12 OCTOBER, is a public holiday and and the normal schedule of classes will be canceled. there will ONLY be a LED CLASS at 10am. please arrive 10 minutes early, so that we can start on time.

take care and i hope to see you soon in class! much love and peace, namaste, hojung

october news 2012

i hope that everyone has been settling back into their work and/ or school routines with ease and that you are all enjoying the arrival of autumn... here is the october news: 

1. please note that both moon days this month fall on monday: MONDAY, 15 OCTOBER and 29 OCTOBER. there will be NO class on these days.

2. also, please remember that FRIDAY, 12 OCTOBER is a public holiday and the normal class schedule will be canceled. there will ONLY be a LED CLASS at 10am (please arrive 10 minutes early). 

3. during OCTOBER the REGULAR YIN YOGA CLASSES at MIDDAY will continue on TUESDAYS and THURSDAYS, from 2:15pm – 3:30pm, taught by Kathy Paez, in our shala. If you would like to attend these classes, please save your space: 617. 672. 872 or kathypaez@gmail.com or just come!

4. 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!  

thank you very much and i hope to see you in class soon! take care… much love and peace… namaste, hojung

schedule change: monday, 24 september 2012

i just want to let you know that MONDAY, 24 SEPTEMBER, is a public holiday and the normal schedule of classes will be canceled. 

 

there will ONLY be a LED CLASS at 10am. please arrive 10 minutes early, so that we can start on time. 

 

take care and see you soon… much love and peace… namaste, hojung

regular midday yin yoga classes‏ starting tuesday, 18 september 2012

i am happy to announce that starting on TUESDAY, 18 SEPTEMBER, we will be continuing the REGULAR MIDDAY YIN YOGA CLASSES, taught by kathy paez, in our shala.

when: TUESDAYS and THURSDAYS from 2pm – 3:15pm.

prices: Single Class: 10 euros
1x Week (Monthly): 35 euros
2x Week (Monthly): 50 euros
Two Months in Advance: 90 euros

Reserve your spot! 617. 672. 872 or kathypaez@gmail.com or just come!

please take into account that this yin yoga program is independent of the normal curriculum of our ashtanga yoga classes.
if you're looking to complement your ashtanga yoga practice with a softer and more restorative practice or simply if you want to take the opportunity at midday to be with yourself and breathe and stretch, these classes are for you!
we hope to see you there! much love and peace… namaste, hojung

schedule change: 11 september 2012

i just want to let you know that TUESDAY, 11 SEPTEMBER, is a public holiday and the normal schedule of classes will be canceled. 
 
there will ONLY be  a LED CLASS at 10am. please arrive 10 minutes early, so that we can start on time. 
 
take care and see you soon… much love and peace… namaste, hojung

september news 2012

i hope that you all have been having a good summer and have been enjoying your vacations!  september is an interesting month as most of us return to our regular work and school schedules. the practice can be a very beneficial tool in helping to discipline oneself to return to a more structured daily routine. it is also a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with one’s health and well-being.
here is the news for this month:

1. starting SUNDAY, 2 SEPTEMBER, we will be returning to our NORMAL CLASS SCHEDULE, but with ONE CHANGE in FRIDAY EVENING'S class:
* morning mysore classes will be from MONDAY – FRIDAY from 8am – 12pm. (entry from 8am – 10:30am).
* evening mysore classes will be from MONDAY – THURSDAY from 6pm – 9pm (entry from 6pm – 7:30pm).
* FRIDAY EVENING'S class will be a LED class at 6pm.
* the SUNDAY led class will be at 10am.

2. please note that both moon days this month fall on sunday: SUNDAY, 16 SEPTEMBER and 30 SEPTEMBER. there will be NO class on these days.

3. also, please remember that TUESDAY, 11 SEPTEMBER and MONDAY, 24 SEPTEMBER are public holidays and the normal class schedule will be canceled. on these days, there will ONLY be a LED CLASS at 10am (please arrive 10 minutes early).

thank you to all of you for coming and practicing and sharing your energy! i hope that you are all well and to see you all in class soon!
take care… with gratitude, much love and peace… namaste, hojung

august news 2012

here is the august news: 

1. we will be OPEN the WHOLE month of AUGUST, according to the following schedule:

Morning Mysore Classes: 8am – 12pm from MONDAY to FRIDAY.

Evening Mysore Classes: 6:30pm – 8:30pm on MONDAYS and WEDNESDAYS ONLY.

Sunday Led Class: 10am.

2. please note the moon days this month are THURSDAY, 2 AUGUST, FRIDAY, 17 AUGUST and FRIDAY, 31 AUGUST. there will be NO class on these days. 

3. also please remember that WEDNESDAY, 15 AUGUST, is a public holiday and the normal class schedule will be canceled. there will ONLY be a LED CLASS at 10am (please arrive 10 minutes early). 

4. i know some of you will be taking your summer holidays in august. in addition to the normal monthly prices: unlimited classes for 100 euros; 3 times a week (12 class monthly pack) for 75 euros, or twice a week (8 class monthly pack) for 60 euros, please remember that there is also the option to do single classes for 12 euros each, a 4-class pack for 44 euros, or a 5-class pack for 50 euros for the time that you will be here in barcelona. 

5. i think most of you know by now, i will be away almost all of august. in my absence the morning classes will be taught by vero (8am – 12pm, monday to friday) and the evening classes by paz (6:30pm – 8:30pm, mondays and wednesdays ONLY). the led classes will be taught by vero. during the month of August, please direct all communication to vero at: 650 845 692 or veroanfer@yahoo.com.ar.  

6. for those of you who will be away for some or all of august, please take your cotton yoga mat and towel home to wash. (in general, please wash your cotton mat at least once a month and your towel at least once a week, or more if you sweat alot... thank you!) 

7. thank you everyone for drying the area around your mat with your towel when you have finished your practice! please continue to do so during these hot months so that the area is dry and clean for the following student coming into that space. thank you! 

enjoy your summer and vacations! take care… with gratitude, much love and peace… namaste, hojung

august 2012 class schedule

Morning Mysore Classes: 8am – 12pm from MONDAY to FRIDAY.

Evening Mysore Classes: 6:30pm – 8:30pm on MONDAYS and WEDNESDAYS ONLY.

Sunday Led Class: 10am.

Moon Days: 2 (THURSDAY), 17 (FRIDAY), 31 (FRIDAY) AUGUST – NO class.

Public Holiday: WEDNESDAY, 15 August – Led Class ONLY at 10am.

During the month of August, please direct ALL inquiries to vero at: 650 845 692 or veroanfer@yahoo.com.ar

july 2012 class schedule

 

the MORNING MYSORE classes will be from 8am – 12pm. 

the EVENING MYSORE classes will be from 6pm – 9pm. 

the SUNDAY LED class will begin at 10am.

yin-yang yoga workshop - “opening the heart I & II”: saturday, 21 july 2012

I am happy to announce that we will be offering a Yin/Yang Yoga Workshop - “Opening the Heart I & II” on SATURDAY, 21 JULY, from 10:30am – 1:30pm and from 4pm - 6pm, taught by kathy paez.

Cost:

* Full Workshop: 45 euros (40 euros for students of casaAbhyasa or for those who have done a workshop with us previously).

* Morning Session: 35 euros (30 euros for students of casaAbhyasa or for those who have done a workshop with us previously).

* Afternoon Session: 25 euros (20 euros for students of casaAbhyasa or for those who have done a workshop with us previously).

Limited space! Reserve your space at: 617 672 872 or kathypaez@gmail.com

This Yin/Yang Yoga Workshop - “Opening the Heart I & II ” is a two part workshop. (it is recommended to attend the whole workshop, but you are also welcome to just do single sessions.) In this workshop we will be focusing on:

* We will explore the meridians of the heart, small intestine, and pericardium/ triple heater.
* Meditation centering on this energy point (Anahata chakra) with Ujayii breath.
* Creating awareness and working these meridians while we hold the postures (the Yin Yoga part), helping us to let go. Postures which open the shoulders and chest and inversions to help one relax.
* Finishing with rhythmic movements (the Yang part) through use of the breath, emphasizing opening of the chest.
* At the end of the session, a special infusion to relax the heart.

Practitioners of all levels welcome! We invite you to come and open your heart... we hope to see you there! much love and peace... namaste, hojung

july news 2012

here is the news for july: 

1. the MORNING MYSORE classes will be from 8am – 12pm. 

the EVENING MYSORE classes will be from 6pm – 9pm. 

the SUNDAY LED class will begin at 10am. 

2. please note that the moon days this month are on TUESDAY, 3 JULY, and THURSDAY, 19 JULY. there will be NO class on these days. 

3. on SATURDAY, 21 JULY, there will be a 2 part yin yoga workshop “Opening the Heart I & II”, from 10:30am – 1:30pm and from 4pm – 6pm, taught by kathy paez. it is recommended to attend the whole workshop, but you are also welcome to just do single sessions. you will be receiving an e-mail with more information about this workshop shortly. 

4. thank you everyone for drying the area around your mat with your towel when you have finished your practice! please continue to do so during these hot months so that the area is dry and clean for the following student coming into that space. 

5. most of you know that we have been having a lot of problems with the downstairs door and the buzzer, but it seems to all be fixed now and should be working fine. please note, the door will NOT open, WHILE you are pressing the buzzer. FIRST press the buzzer, and THEN push the door open. thank you! 

6. i know some of you will be taking your summer holidays this month (if we have not already asked you and you will be vacationing for some time in either of these months, please let us know.) for the time that you will be here in barcelona, you are free to do single classes for 12 euros each. there is also a 4-class pack for 44 euros or a 5-class pack for 50 euros. and as always there are the normal monthly fees: unlimited classes for 100 euros; 3 times a week (12 class monthly pack) for 75 euros, or twice a week (8 class monthly pack) for 60 euros. 

7. for those of you, who are already wondering about our AUGUST schedule, we will be open the whole month, but with a reduced schedule. we are still finalizing this schedule and will let you know by mid-month. 

8. also, if you will be away for part of the summer, please take your yoga mat, cotton mat, or towel with you so that they can be cleaned. and during these hot months, please remember to take these items home once in awhile to wash. this should be done at least once a month for the cotton mats and once a week for the towels, and more, if you happen to sweat alot or happen to find any of these items to be smelly. thank you! 

enjoy your summer either here in barcelona or wherever your travels take you! take care and see you soon! with much gratitude, love and peace… namaste, hojung

regular midday yin yoga classes: june 2012

 please remember that the REGULAR MIDDAY YIN YOGA CLASSES, taught by kathy paez, will continue in our shala throughout the month of june.

when: tuesdays and thursdays from 2pm – 3:15pm.

prices: single class: 10 euros; 1x week (monthly): 35 euros; 2x week (monthly): 50 euros; two months in advance: 90 euros

Reserve your spot! 617. 672. 872 or kathypaez@gmail.com or just come!

please take into account that this yin yoga program is independent of the normal curriculum of our ashtanga yoga classes. If you're looking to complement your ashtanga yoga practice with a softer and more passive practice or simply if you want to take the opportunity at midday to be with yourself and breathe and stretch, these classes are for you! we hope to see you there! much love and peace… namaste, hojung

june news 2012

 here is the shala news for june:

1. please take into account that there will be NO class on SUNDAY, 3 JUNE, because of nancy gilgoff's workshop.

2. please note that the moon days this month are on MONDAY, 4 JUNE,  and TUESDAY, 19 JUNE. there will be NO class on these days.

3. SUNDAY, 24 JUNE, we will be CLOSED for the public holiday of san juan.

4. during JUNE the REGULAR YIN YOGA CLASSES at MIDDAY will continue on TUESDAYS and THURSDAYS, from 2pm – 3:15pm, taught by Kathy Paez, in our shala. If you would like to attend these classes, please save your space: 617. 672. 872 or kathypaez@gmail.com or just come!

5. on SATURDAY, 9 JUNE, there will be a Yin & Yang Yoga Workshop “Freeing the Heart I” with Kathy Paez from 10:30am - 1:30pm. i will be sending you more information shortly.

6. as you have noticed, it is getting hot in class and i am asking everyone to please dry the area around your mat with your towel when you have finished your practice, so that the area is dry and clean for the following student coming into that space. thank you!

7. 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 for the cotton mats and once a week for the towels, and more, if you happen to sweat alot or happen to find any of these items to be smelly. thank you!

as always, thank you all for your continued dedication to the practice and our classes! take care and see you soon… much love and peace, namaste, hojung

yin-yang yoga workshop - “opening the heart I”: saturday, 9 june 2012

 i am happy to announce that we will be offering a Yin/Yang Yoga Workshop - “Opening the Heart I” on SATURDAY, 9 JUNE, from 10:30am – 1:30pm, taught by kathy paez. 

 

cost: 35 euros (30 euros for students of casaAbhyasa or for those who have done a workshop with us previously). 

 

limited space! reserve your space at: 617 672 872 or kathypaez@gmail.com or info@ashtangayogabarcelona.org

 

This Yin/Yang Yoga Workshop - “Opening the Heart I” is the first session of a two part workshop. (the second session we will be offering on saturday, 21 july.) In this workshop we will be focusing on:

* We will explore the meridians of the heart, small intestine, and pericardium/ triple heater.
* Meditation centering on this energy point (Anahata chakra) with Ujayii breath.
* Creating awareness and working these meridians while we hold the postures (the Yin Yoga part), helping us to let go. Postures which open the shoulders and chest and inversions to help one relax.
* Finishing with rhythmic movements (the Yang part) through use of the breath, emphasizing opening of the chest.
* At the end of the session, a special infusion to relax the heart.
* Practitioners of all levels welcome!

we invite you to come and open your heart... we hope to see you there! much love and peace... namaste, hojung

cancelation of sunday's led class, 3 june 2012

i just want to let you know that there will be NO led class this SUNDAY, 3 JUNE, because of nancy gilgoff´s workshop.

take care and i hope to see you soon in class! much love and peace, namaste, hojung

weekend ashtanga yoga workshop with nancy gilgoff: 2 – 3 june 2012

 it is with great pleasure to let you know that we will be offering a weekend ashtanga yoga workshop on SATURDAY, the 2nd and SUNDAY, the 3rd of JUNE taught by certified ashtanga yoga teacher, nancy gilgoff.

schedule: the workshop will be from 9:30am to 1pm both days. 

cost: 90 euros.  

* This workshop includes:

· led class or mysore-style practice (depending on the number of participants)

· breath-work

· loving-kindness meditation

· satsang, Q & A

* All participants must already have an existing mysore-style practice. 

 

* Nancy began practicing Ashtanga Yoga over thirty years ago with Sri K. Pattabhi Jois, in Mysore, India. As result of their long and close association, Nancy is able to teach with a style and touch that comes directly from Pattabhi Jois. When Nancy asked Jois how she should teach, he told her to "teach the way I taught you" – advice which she took to heart and continues to follow today.
Nancy’s studies, over the years, have also led her to other teachers, including Baba Hari Das and, for asana, instructors of Iyengar. In addition, she has and continues to pursue the dharma teachings of the Dalai Lama.
Nancy spends much of her time touring the United States, Europe, and Asia, teaching with a view to fostering loving-kindness and to sharing her love and experience of yoga.

 

* pre-registration required: info@ashtangayogabarcelona.org (registrations will be accepted according to the order in which they are received. space is limited, so register early!)

this is a very special opportunity to practice with the first female western student of sri k. pattabhi jois. we hope that you will come and share this unique experience with us!

schedule change: public holiday: monday, 28 may 2012

please note that MONDAY, 28 MAY, is a public holiday and the normal schedule of classes will be canceled. 

there will ONLY be  a LED CLASS at 10am. please arrive 10 minutes early, so that we can start on time. 

if you can’t usually attend the led classes on sunday mornings, try to take the opportunity to come to the led classes offered on public
holidays, as it will help refine your practice and vinyasas. 

take care and see you soon… much love and peace… namaste, hojung

regular midday yin yoga classes: may 2012

please remember that the REGULAR MIDDAY YIN YOGA CLASSES, taught by kathy paez, will continue in our shala throughout the month of may.

when: tuesdays and thursdays from 2pm – 3:15pm.

prices: single class: 10 euros; 1x week (monthly): 35 euros; 2x week (monthly): 50 euros; two months in advance: 90 euros

Reserve your spot! 617. 672. 872 or kathypaez@gmail.com or just come!

please take into account that this yin yoga program is independent of the normal curriculum of our ashtanga yoga classes. If you're looking to complement your ashtanga yoga practice with a softer and more passive practice or simply if you want to take the opportunity at midday to be with yourself and breathe and stretch, these classes are for you! we hope to see you there! much love and peace… namaste, hojung

may news 2012

here is the shala news for may:

1. TUESDAY, 1 MAY, is a public holiday and the normal schedule of classes will be canceled.

there will ONLY be a LED CLASS at 10am. please arrive 10 minutes early, so that we can start on time.

2. please note that both moon days this month are on SUNDAYS, 6 MAY,  and 20 MAY. there will be NO class on these days.

3. MONDAY, 28 MAY, is a public holiday and the normal schedule of classes will be canceled.

there will ONLY be a LED CLASS at 10am. please arrive 10 minutes early, so that we can start on time.

4. there will be an introduction to ashtanga yoga workshop on the WEEKEND of 26 & 27 MAY from 12pm – 2pm. please spread the word and encourage interested friends or yoga beginners to join!

5. as some of you have probably noticed, at times we have been having some problems with the buzzer and street-level door opening. if for some reason, you are unable to open the door after you have pressed the buzzer, please try again and if it still does not open, please wait as one of us will come down to open the door for you. thank you for your patience and understanding while this problem gets fixed!

6. for those of you who have not been practicing lately and do not plan to return to class for the month of may, please come to the studio and collect your yoga mat. i will be doing a  general spring cleaning of the yoga mats soon to create more space. so come by and pick up your mat, or contact me with your practice intentions, or better yet take this month as an opportunity to come back to class and reconnect with your practice!

i think that this is all the news for now. as always, i thank you all for your continued dedication to the practice. it is wonderful to see your focus, perseverance, and enthusiasm! take care and see you soon, much love and peace, namaste, hojung

schedule change - public holiday: tuesday, 1 may 2012

 i just want to let you know that TUESDAY, 1 MAY, is a public holiday and the normal schedule of classes will be canceled. 

 

there will ONLY be a LED CLASS at 10am. please arrive 10 minutes early, so that we can start on time. if you can’t usually attend the led classes on sunday mornings, try to take the opportunity to come to the led classes offered on public holidays, as it will help refine your practice and vinyasas. 

 

take care and see you soon… much love and peace… namaste, hojung

new beginner's ashtanga yoga course – may 2012

starting in may we are offering you a new way to discover and experience ashtanga yoga.
in addition to our monthly weekend beginners' course, you will now have the option to participate in an introduction course divided in 8 sessions (a one hour class, twice a week) in which you can learn about the practice with more dedication and awareness.

* This workshop includes:
· origin and methodology of ashtanga yoga, basic vocabulary, and the mantras,
· key principles of the physical practice: the ujjayi breath, bandhas, drishtis, and vinyasas
· the sun salutations and basic standing postures.

* Cost: 75 euros. 

* We are now accepting registrations. If you are interested or would like more information, please contact: 650 845 692 or veroanfer@yahoo.com.ar.
* This is an ideal workshop for beginners of yoga or for people, who perhaps have practiced other styles of yoga in the past and are interested in trying ashtanga yoga.
* Come and enjoy this opportunity to learn and feel the benefits of ashtanga yoga... we hope to see you there!

take care… much love and peace, namaste, hojung.

weekend introduction to ashtanga yoga workshop: 28 & 29 april 2012

i am happy to announce that we will be offering a weekend introduction to ashtanga yoga workshop on SATURDAY, the 28th and SUNDAY, the 29th of APRIL taught by veronica fernandez.

the workshop will be for 2 hours each day from 12pm to 2pm.

cost: 50 euros.
 
* This workshop includes:
· origin and methodology of ashtanga yoga, basic vocabulary, and the mantras,
· key principles of the physical practice: the ujjayi breath, bandhas, drishtis, and vinyasas
· the sun salutations and basic standing postures.
* This is an ideal workshop for beginners of yoga or for people, who perhaps have practiced other styles of yoga in the past and are interested in trying ashtanga yoga.
* Come and enjoy this opportunity to learn and feel the benefits of ashtanga yoga... we hope to see you there!

limited space! pre-registration required: 650 845 692 or veroanfer@yahoo.com.ar or info@ashtangayogabarcelona.org

take care… much love and peace, namaste, hojung.

yin-yang yoga workshop in spring II: saturday, 21 april 2012

i am happy to announce that we will be offering a Yin/Yang Yoga Workshop in Spring II on SATURDAY, 21 APRIL, from 10:30am – 1pm, taught by kathy paez.

cost: 30 euros (25 euros for students of casaAbhyasa or for those who have done a workshop with us previously).

limited space! reserve your space at: 617 672 872 or kathypaez@gmail.com or info@ashtangayogabarcelona.org

This Yin/Yang Yoga Workshop in Spring II is the second session of a two part workshop”Spring I & II: letting go, grounding oneself, and blossoming”. (it is NOT necessary to have participated in the first workshop in order to attend this second one.)
In this workshop we will be focusing on:
* Balancing the liver and pancreas meridians with Yin yoga postures.
* Yang Yoga (rhythmic movements) at the beginning and in between the Yin postures, preparing the joints for the following actions.
* Using essential oils to awaken the energy and to bring the awareness to the necessary areas for this process.
* Metta meditation (love and compassion).
* Practitioners of all levels welcome!

we invite you to come and stretch, let go, ground yourself, and blossom... we hope to see you there! much love and peace... namaste, hojung

easter weekend schedule changes: 6 - 9 april 2012

please note the SCHEDULE CHANGES for SEMANA SANTA (easter weekend):
* FRIDAY, 6 APRIL: CLOSED (full moon)
* SUNDAY, 8 APRIL: CLOSED
* MONDAY, 9 APRIL: led class at 10am ONLY (please arrive early so we can start on time.

enjoy your holidays either here in barcelona or wherever your travels take you!
take care and see you soon... much love and peace... namaste, hojung

save the date! weekend ashtanga yoga workshop with certified teacher, nancy gilgoff: 2 – 3 june 2012

it is with great pleasure to let you know that we will be offering a weekend ashtanga yoga workshop on SATURDAY, the 2nd and SUNDAY, the 3rd of JUNE taught by certified ashtanga yoga teacher, nancy gilgoff.

schedule: the workshop will be from 9:30am to 1pm both days.

cost: 90 euros. 

* This workshop includes:
· led class or mysore-style practice (depending on the number of participants)
· breath-work
· loving-kindness meditation
· satsang, Q & A
* All participants must already have an existing mysore-style practice.

* Nancy began practicing Ashtanga Yoga over thirty years ago with Sri K. Pattabhi Jois, in Mysore, India. As result of their long and close association, Nancy is able to teach with a style and touch that comes directly from Pattabhi Jois. When Nancy asked Jois how she should teach, he told her to "teach the way I taught you" – advice which she took to heart and continues to follow today.
Nancy’s studies, over the years, have also led her to other teachers, including Baba Hari Das and, for asana, instructors of Iyengar. In addition, she has and continues to pursue the dharma teachings of the Dalai Lama.
Nancy spends much of her time touring the United States, Europe, and Asia, teaching with a view to fostering loving-kindness and to sharing her love and experience of yoga.

* pre-registration required: info@ashtangayogabarcelona.org (registrations will be accepted according to the order in which they are received. space is limited, so register early!)

this is a very special opportunity to practice with the first female western student of sri k. pattabhi jois. we hope that you will come and share this unique experience with us!
take care… much love and peace, namaste, hojung.

april news 2012

here is the shala news for the month of april:

1. please note that only the full moon affects the class schedule this month: on FRIDAY, 6 APRIL there will be NO class.

2. please take into account the SCHEDULE CHANGES for SEMANA SANTA (easter weekend):
* FRIDAY, 6 APRIL: CLOSED (full moon)
* SUNDAY, 8 APRIL: CLOSED
* MONDAY, 9 APRIL: led class at 10am ONLY (please arrive early so we can start on time.)

3. starting TUESDAY, 10 APRIL, we will be offering REGULAR YIN YOGA CLASSES at MIDDAY, on TUESDAYS and THURSDAYS, from 2pm – 3:15pm, taught by Kathy Paez, in our shala. If you would like to attend these classes, please save your space: 617. 672. 872 or kathypaez@gmail.com or just come!

4. on SATURDAY, 21 APRIL, there will be a Yin & Yang Yoga Workshop “Spring II” with Kathy Paez from 10:30am - 1pm. i will be sending you more information shortly.

5. on the WEEKEND of 28 & 29 de APRIL there will be an Introduction to Ashtanga Yoga Workshop from 12pm – 2pm with Veronica Fernandez. please spread the word and encourage interested friends or family to sign up!

6. SAVE THE DATE! please remember that we will be offering a Weekend Ashtanga Yoga Workshop with certified teacher Nancy Gilgoff: 2 – 3 JUNE 2012. pre-registration required: info@ashtangayogabarcelona.org (registrations will be accepted according to the order in which they are received. space is limited, so register early!)

as always, thank you all for your continued dedication to the practice. for those of you who have been taking a break from the practice and classes, i hope that you will be returning soon! enjoy your easter weekend holidays either here in barcelona or wherever your travels take you!
take care and see you soon, much love and peace, namaste, hojung

regular midday yin yoga classes starting tuesday, 10 april 2012

i am happy to announce that starting on TUESDAY, 10 APRIL, we will be offering REGULAR MIDDAY YIN YOGA CLASSES, taught by kathy paez, in our shala.

when: tuesdays and thursdays from 2pm – 3:15pm.

prices: single class: 10 euros;
1x week (monthly): 35 euros;
2x week (monthly): 50 euros;
two months in advance: 90 euros (Payment for the month of April will be proportional to the classes attended.)

Reserve your spot! 617. 672. 872 or kathypaez@gmail.com or just come!

please take into account that this yin yoga program is independent of the normal curriculum of our ashtanga yoga classes. If you're looking to complement your ashtanga yoga practice with a softer and more passive practice or simply if you want to take the opportunity at midday to be with yourself and breathe and stretch, these classes are for you! we hope to see you there! much love and peace… namaste, hojung

weekend introduction to ashtanga yoga workshop: saturday & sunday, 24 & 25 march 2012

i am happy to announce that we will be offering a weekend introduction to ashtanga yoga workshop on SATURDAY, the 24th and SUNDAY, the 25th of MARCH taught by veronica fernandez.

the workshop will be for 2 hours each day from 12pm to 2pm.

cost: 50 euros. 

* This workshop includes:
· origin and methodology of ashtanga yoga, basic vocabulary, and the mantras,
· key principles of the physical practice: the ujjayi breath, bandhas, drishtis, and vinyasas
· the sun salutations and basic standing postures.
* This is an ideal workshop for beginners of yoga or for people, who perhaps have practiced other styles of yoga in the past and are interested in trying ashtanga yoga.
* Come and enjoy this opportunity to learn and feel the benefits of ashtanga yoga... we hope to see you there!

limited space! pre-registration required: 650 845 692 or veroanfer@yahoo.com.ar or info@ashtangayogabarcelona.org

take care… much love and peace, namaste, hojung.

yin-yang yoga workshop in spring I: saturday, 17 march 2012

i am happy to announce that we will be offering a Yin/Yang Yoga Workshop in Spring I on SATURDAY, 17 MARCH, from 10:30am – 1pm, taught by kathy paez.

cost: 30 euros (25 euros for students of casaAbhyasa or for those who have done a workshop with us previously).

limited space! reserve your space at: 617 672 872 or kathypaez@gmail.com or info@ashtangayogabarcelona.org

This Yin/Yang Yoga Workshop in Spring I is the first session of a two part workshop”Spring I & II: letting go, grounding oneself, and blossoming”. (the second session we will be offering on saturday, 21 april.) In this workshop we will be focusing on:
* Releasing the tensions accumulated during winter.
* Breath-work and self-massage techniques.
* Creating awareness of the meridians which can become imbalanced during this season (liver and pancreas) and their associated emotions.
* Static postures (Yin) and rhythmic, active movements (Yang).
* Meditation to ground oneself, creating consciousness to connect with the earth.
* Practitioners of all levels welcome!

we invite you to come and open up to spring: letting go of that which your body, mind, and soul no longer needs, creating space for new experiences. we hope to see you there! much love and peace... namaste, hojung

march news 2012

i just want to let you know a few things for the month of march:

1. please take into account that STARTING in MARCH, the EVENING CLASSES will be from 6pm – 9pm from MONDAY to FRIDAY: entry from 6pm – 7:30pm, assuring that your finishing postures and relaxation are completed by 9pm.
the MORNING CLASSES will continue from 7:30am - 12:30pm: entry from 7:30am – 11am, assuring that your finishing postures and relaxation are completed by 12:30pm.

2. please note that the moon days this month are THURSDAY, 8 MARCH, and THURSDAY, 22 MARCH. there will be NO class on these days.

3. on SATURDAY, 3 MARCH from 11am – 1pm there will be zen meditation practice and Hara exercises with Laia Monserrat, Zen teacher in the Dürckheim lineage, psychologist, and psychotherapist. there are still some spaces available, please let me know if you are interested in attending!

4. on SATURDAY, 17 MARCH there will be a yin & yang yoga workshop “spring I” with Kathy Paez from10:30am – 1pm. i will be sending you more information shortly.

5. the WEEKEND of 24 & 25 MARCH there will be an Ashtanga Yoga workshop for beginners from 12pm – 2pm. please spread the word and encourage interested friends or yoga beginners to join so that they can get to know this practice!

6. during these cold months, when entering and exiting the shala, please close the door well (without locking it) as to keep the warm air in and cold air out… likewise, the doors to the practice room should always be kept closed in order to retain the heat. thank you!

7. as many of you may already know, aleix will be leaving us soon to go practice in goa, india with certified ashtanga teacher, rolf naujakot, after which, he will be going to japan to teach for a few months. his last day of teaching will be tuesday, 13 march. he has been an integral part of our shala during these last 2 years and it will be sad to see him go. On SUNDAY, 4 MARCH, we will be meeting in “buenas migas” in calle bonsuccés at 12pm, after the led class, to give you the opportunity to say good-bye to him, if you'd like.

8. vero fernandez will be returning from mysore, india this month and will begin teaching in the evenings starting on wednesday, 14 march.

9. also, paz muñoz will begin to teach in the shala on monday, 19 march. please welcome her!

take care and i hope to see you soon in class! with gratitude... much love and peace... namaste, hojung.

zen meditation practice and Hara exercises: saturday, 3 march 2012

i am pleased to announce that we will be offering a zen meditation practice and Hara exercises on SATURDAY, 3 MARCH, from 11am – 1pm, taught by laia monserrat, Zen teacher in the Dürckheim tradition, psychologist, and psychotherapist.

cost: 20 euros

it is necessary to pre-register as space is limited: info@ashtangayogabarcelona.org or 620 580 992.

* There are many different zen lineages. Zen meditation in the tradition of K. G. Dürckheim proposes a non-dogmatic zen for western laypeople.
* The meditation practice compels one to understand the value of the Hara and to work on centering oneself. It is a transformative process which requires the totality of one´s Being: body, mind, and spirit.
* It is necessary to bring comfortable clothes (no sports clothes or jeans) preferably in subdued colors. Please dress warmly.
* This session is open to everyone... to those who have never meditated before and would like to learn about zen and to those who would like to deepen their meditation practice.

we encourage you to come and share this experience with us… i hope to see you there!
take care and see you soon! much love and peace... namaste, hojung

weekend introduction to ashtanga yoga workshop: saturday & sunday, 25 & 26 february 2012

i just want to let you know that i will be teaching a weekend introduction to ashtanga yoga workshop on SATURDAY, the 25th and SUNDAY, the 26th of FEBRUARY.

the workshop will be for 2 hours each day from 12pm to 2pm.

cost: 50 euros. 

* This workshop includes:
· origin and methodology of ashtanga yoga, basic vocabulary, and the mantras,
· key principles of the physical practice: the ujjayi breath, bandhas, drishtis, and vinyasas
· the sun salutations and basic standing postures.
* This is an ideal workshop for beginners of yoga or for people, who perhaps have practiced other styles of yoga in the past and are interested in trying ashtanga yoga.
* Come and enjoy this opportunity to learn and feel the benefits of ashtanga yoga... we hope to see you there!

limited space! pre-registration required: 620 580 992 or info@ashtangayogabarcelona.org

take care… much love and peace, namaste, hojung.

winter yin/yang yoga workshop: saturday, 11 february 2012

i am happy to announce that we will be offering a winter yin/yang yoga workshop on SATURDAY, 11 FEBRUARY, from 10:30am – 1pm, taught by kathy paez.

cost: 30 euros (25 euros for students of casaAbhyasa or for those who have done a workshop with us previously).

limited space! registrations: 617 672 872 or kathypaez@gmail.com or info@ashtangayogabarcelona.org

In this yin/yang yoga workshop, we will be working on the water and metal elements to strengthen the immune system.
* Water Element: kidneys and spleen.
* Metal Element: lungs and large intestine.
* Emotions associated with these meridians (fear/courage and grief/abundance).
* Combining Yin sequences with Yang actions, creating good circulation which is necessary during the winter.
* Forward bending, hip-opening, and heart-opening asanas (postures).
* Meditation at the end of class.
* Practitioners of all levels welcome!

hopefully you can take advantage of this workshop to help us cope with the winter and cold! we hope to see you there! much love and peace... namaste, hojung

february news 2012

here is the shala news for the month of february:

1. please take into account that STARTING in FEBRUARY, the MORNING CLASSES will be from 7:30am to 12:30pm. you may enter from 7:30am until 11am, making sure that your finishing postures and relaxation end by 12:30pm. (if you have to start your practice before 7:30am for work reasons, please let me know... thank you!)

2. please note that the moon days this month are on TUESDAY, 7 FEBRUARY, and  TUESDAY, 21 FEBRUARY. there will be NO class on these days.

3. on SATURDAY, 11 FEBRUARY, there will be a Yin & Yang Yoga Workshop: Water & Metal Elements with Kathy Paez from 10:30am – 1pm. I will be sending you more information shortly.

4. on the WEEKEND of 25 & 26 de FEBRUARY i will be teaching an Introduction to Ashtanga Yoga Workshop from 12pm – 2pm. please spread the word and encourage interested friends or family to sign up so that they can get to know and learn this practice!

5. during these cold months, when entering and exiting the shala, please close the door well (without locking it) as to keep the warm air in and cold air out… likewise, the doors to the practice room should always be kept closed in order to retain the heat. thank you!

take care and i hope to see you soon in class! with gratitude... much love and peace... namaste, hojung.

weekend introduction to ashtanga yoga workshop: saturday & sunday, 28 & 29 january 2012

i just want to let you know that i will be teaching a weekend introduction to ashtanga yoga workshop on SATURDAY, the 28th and SUNDAY, the 29th of JANUARY.

the workshop will be for 2 hours each day from 12pm to 2pm.

cost: 50 euros. 

* This workshop includes:
· origin and methodology of ashtanga yoga, basic vocabulary, and the mantras,
· key principles of the physical practice: the ujjayi breath, bandhas, drishtis, and vinyasas
· the sun salutations and basic standing postures.
* This is an ideal workshop for beginners of yoga or for people, who perhaps have practiced other styles of yoga in the past and are interested in trying ashtanga yoga.
* Come and enjoy this opportunity to start the new year healthy and to learn and feel the benefits of ashtanga yoga... we hope to see you there!

limited space! pre-registration required: 620 580 992 or info@ashtangayogabarcelona.org

take care… much love and peace, namaste, hojung.