Thu, 25 Apr 2024 09:20:43 -0700WeeblyWed, 01 May 2024 07:00:00 GMThttp://bodhitreeyoga.org/monthly-newsletters/april-24th-2024Wed, 24 Apr 2024 13:39:15 GMThttp://bodhitreeyoga.org/monthly-newsletters/may-news-letterMay every sunrise hold more promise and every sunset hold more peace.

In our yoga practice, we can set an intent, it is through this quiet act of open receptivity that we slowly begin to see progress unfold. This is true in our own lives as well. This month we will discover the power of setting an intention and use this powerful tool for connecting more deeply with our bodies and developing a more mindful approach in our own practice every day.

Register with Momoyoga for all Lunchtime Learning Sessions.
  
Lunchtime Learning
Yoga for the Pelvic Floor: Creating Strength, Suppleness, and Integration
Special Guest:
 Dr. Carolyn DeSalvo

Monday May 13th 11am-12:30
Carolyn DeSalvo is a board certified Ob/Gyn physician who practiced in Lawrence Kansas for 30 years and then became board certified in Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona.   She had a small private practice in Sequim for 7 years prior to retirement, doing integrative medicine and outpatient gynecology.  In Kansas, she did hundreds of surgeries for pelvic floor prolapse and urinary incontinence, and brings experience in both non-surgical and surgical management of pelvic floor dysfunction. 
A very informative session for women and men.
 
Lunchtime Learning
Yoga for Cyclists
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Monday May 20th 11am-12:30 
This session is intended to help you with your ride and is a great full body practice for everyone. We will discuss how to prevent injuries, and provide a lower-body stretching routine. I recommend doing this mobility and stretching routine after a workout or ride as a cool-down to lengthen and release tension from your muscles. Join in on the fun.
 
RESTORATIVE YOGA AND SOUND BATH
Shelley Stratton, RN and Francesca Siena, Maha Reiki Teacher/ Practitioner, a Maha Cranial Practitioner, and a Certified Reflexologist.
We are working together again to bring you a healing, comfortable and welcoming environment for deep relaxed poses and listening to the sounds for stress-reduction, connection, and a sense of well-being that resonates in the body and mind for many hours or even days.  
Thursday May 16th 5pm -6:30
Register: Francesca @253-961-8181
$40.00
 
Ongoing at the studio:
QIGONG:  The Art of Preventing Disease and Prolonging Life
WEDNESDAYS ~ 11:00 to 12:15
SIX-WEEK SERIES APRIL 17th thru MAY 22nd
ROSE ~ 503.961.2242 ~  (for any inquires) 
 
Join me during this eventful month of May, many blessings.
 
Shelley

 ]]>Mon, 25 Mar 2024 23:53:44 GMThttp://bodhitreeyoga.org/monthly-newsletters/april-news2011776And just like that, Winter opened cold bleary eyes to the newborn colors of spring.
The energy of spring brings a freshness and new beginnings.  Each time we arrive to our mats we can bring this idea into our practice.  Welcome to the studio this month as we continue to move our bodies through our poses, this asana practice which provides us time to observe and experience our own process.  This dynamic practice of balancing ourselves.

Lunchtime Learning
Yoga for Gardeners:  Monday the 8th    11am-12:30 
Spring has sprung! The time to tend to your garden, it’s a labor of love — emphasis on the word “labor,” especially when the constant bending over or being on your hands and knees starts to impact you. Common pain points can include the lower back, wrists, shoulders, knees, and neck. This class will help you develop a routine to help build strength in the most-used areas, and prevent injury, as well as stretching to release tensions.
 
Yoga for Golfers Monday the 15th   11am-12:30 
Yoga for Golfers to improve your game and find balance physically and mentally. Working with your core stability to increase your golf swing, increase range of motion, build awareness of muscular imbalances and prevent injury.  We will work with the hips, the shoulders, and flexibility of the spine. This Yoga for Golfer’s is a fantastic session! Appropriate for all types. A class for everybody, including non-golfers!
 
Yogis use your class pass and New Students sign up with Momoyoga, with all our Lunchtime Learning Sessions
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Introducing:
MOVING MEDITATION
Known as QIGONG:  The Art of Preventing Disease and Prolonging Life
WEDNESDAYS ~ 11:00 to 12:15
SIX-WEEK SERIES APRIL 17th thru MAY 22nd
No previous experience necessary ~ All levels welcome ~ $95
ROSE ~ 503.961.2242 ~ CALL or REGISTER at:
   www.BuildingQi.com

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 Thank you for being part of this community
Shelley

]]>Thu, 29 Feb 2024 13:13:31 GMThttp://bodhitreeyoga.org/monthly-newsletters/march-news9379322March is an exciting month in the studio as we honor the Spring Equinox. Every time you step on the mat and move your body you support balancing your inner and outer experience.  An important time as you prepare for an increase of spring activities; now is the time to use your yoga practice to have a faster recovery (from muscle and joint soreness), and celebrate your wellbeing!
I am very excited to have guests in the studio this month. Please welcome them and join in the special events.
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Lunchtime Learning
 
Monday the 11th 11am-12:30
Exploring Acupuncture with Arica Olson of Violet Flame Medicine
Arica has a Master of Science degree in acupuncture and East Asian Medicine.
In this class we explore the Meridian theory as s a fundamental aspect of many wisdom traditions which view the body as an interconnected system of energy “rivers”. These rivers, known as meridians, facilitate the flow of vital energy. An interesting session to learn more about this healing modality and have the experience of Moxibustion.
 
Monday the 18th 11am-12:15
Chair Yoga for Healing, Strength and Mobility
Presented by Shelley Stratton
Chair Yoga invites you to find mobility in a way that is soft and gentle but also really supportive and beneficial. This practice invites awareness and integrity into the body. Support your spine, as you find length for better posture. This session is open to everybody and great for seniors as well! 
Yogis use your class pass and new students sign up with Momoyoga, with all our Lunchtime Learning Sessions.  
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RESTORATIVE EVENING
​Thursday March 28th 4:30-6pm
Restorative Yoga and Sound Baths with Tibetan BowlsPresented by Francesca Siena A Maha Reiki Teacher/ Practitioner, a Maha Cranial Practitioner, and a Certified Reflexologist.  Founder of Artemisia Healing
 
Give yourself the gift of deep inner nourishment with this Special Restorative Yoga Session. This is a restful practice that allows the release of tensions through our poses which are supported by bolsters, blankets, and yoga blocks.  Immerse yourself in the healing modalities of Restorative Yoga in a warm, cozy environment at the studio.
Francesca is offering a Sound Bath and Tibetan Bowls during this restorative session. 
 
Please contact Francesca to register
www.artemisiahealingarts.com
(253)961-3181 call or text
$35.00
Space is limited
Props provided
 
 
Thank you for being part of this community!]]>Sun, 28 Jan 2024 17:46:29 GMThttp://bodhitreeyoga.org/monthly-newsletters/febryary-newsWelcome to February as we find ourselves settling into this New Year. We look forward to practicing connection and contentment.  Looking within and noticing life’s joys is a practice. Each day is a new opportunity to grow and learn.
The physical practice of yoga will help you develop strength, improve circulation, maintain functional flexibility and target fascia lines. The integration that happens during yoga allows you to learn more about yourself.

Special Yin Class on Wednesday the 14th on Valentines’ Day.
Invite a friend for free to participate in this soothing and calming class.  
 
Lunchtime learning sessions:
Monday February 12th 12:30-1:30
Foundations in Your Practice: Your Feet
​It’s easy to forget about our feet which are the foundations of practically everything we do. This class is dedicated to shifting our focus to foot placement, giving our feet a little love, and rooting ourselves more consciously to the ground. Our focus poses will be Warriors 1, 2, and 3.
​Open to all.
Student’s use your class pass, if new to studio register and do a drop-in. 
 
Tuesday February 20th 12:30-1:30
Knee and Hip Mastery
Our knees and hips are complex joints that do amazing things when working well together. A few small changes in your technique will fire muscles that keep these joints functioning well in all your yoga poses. Our focus poses will be chair, pigeon and extended side angles.
Open to all.
Offering Private and Small Group Sessions in Studio
Whether you are just starting out or you want to take your practice to the next level, private sessions can help. The focus is for your own needs one-on-one.
Book sessions by emailing Bodhi Tree.
 
Recently the studio had a makeover and looks amazing, a big thank you to Jim Johnson for all his work!
 
 
Yoga Sutras of Pantajali starts with: atha yoga anushasanam
"Now, the practice of yoga begins.
We cannot reach the goal by mere words alone. Without practice, nothing can be achieved."
 
In gratitude for our community at Bodhi Tree
 
Shelley ]]>Fri, 29 Dec 2023 01:21:34 GMThttp://bodhitreeyoga.org/monthly-newsletters/january-news-2024Courage, commitment and consistency, our words for this New Year as we stay connected to our community at Bodhi Tree.  Turning to this new page collectively we continue to be challenged in many ways.    Allow your practice to carry you into 2024 to support you in a mindful and compassionate response to what life brings you.
 
New Class: Starting on Monday January 8th   11am-12
Mobility & Flexibility of Yoga
Beginning students often share common challenges. These may include physical limitations such as tight hamstrings and hips, weak back muscles, and lack of core strength.  This class features in-depth information on the principals of yoga, modifications for specific poses and innovative uses of props. Also the philosophy of yoga will be introduced for our own well-being.     
Open to beginners and students coming back into their practice.
Yogis can use their own class pass. New students sign in up with Momoyoga.   
 
Lunch Time Special Class Thursday January 18th 12:30pm-1:45
Save Your Shoulders in Yoga
The unique structure of the shoulder joint gives your arms a wide range of motion. In fact, the shoulder is one of the loosest joints in the body. This freedom of movement comes at a price as shoulders are vulnerable to injury. Learn how to work with your own shoulders for a safe practice. This class is open for everybody.
Yogis use your class pass and new students sign up with Momoyoga.

Full Moon Restorative Evening
Immerse yourself in the healing modalities of Restorative Yoga.
In the midst of simple candlelight in a warm, cozy environment at the studio. 
Thursday January 25th at 4:30pm-6
$25.00
 
Looking forward to sharing 2024 with you! 

 
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