Energize, stretch, and awaken the spine with the yoga Half Sun Salute. Heidi Sherwin, RYT will guide you through a safe and blissful Half Sun Salute and a variation integrating the 6 movements of the spine. Moment of Bliss is brought to you by BlissBlissBliss Massage and Yoga in Morgantown, WV. Each month a new segment will be available to enhance your yogic path with pose exploration, healthy living tips, and many other blissful insights to bring more harmony and balance into your daily life. Namaste!
At Bliss Bliss Bliss Membership Massage, we believe that body/energy work should be more than a once in a while treat. To us, body/energy work is a fundamental component of wellness and our prices are designed to support you in getting frequent bodywork. We hope your mind-body benefits at Bliss Bliss Bliss.
Friday, December 17, 2010
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
BlissMama Prenatal Yoga
BlissMama Prenatal Yoga
Tuesdays, 6pm with Heidi Sherwin, RYT
$15/drop-in, or use yoga pass (visit http://theblissblissbliss.com for pricing)
BlissMama Prenatal yoga is a practice for mothers-to-be that includes breathing, meditation, movement, and deep relaxation to support the pregnant body and mind during this magical journey. BlissMamas will connect with their babies and reunite with their inner wisdom while developing graceful strength and courage with a calm focus to prepare for labor, childbirth, and motherhood. The class is taught in an open and safe environment for BlissMamas to share concerns and wonders they are experiencing. Must be 12 weeks pregnant to begin classes and no prior yoga experience is necessary.
Heidi Sherwin, RYT is a 200-hour registered yoga teacher through Yoga Alliance and a mother of two. Her classes are thoughtfully designed to integrate the power of breath with safe movement to promote emotional and physical well-being. She also encourages the practices of self-care and self-discovery to help cultivate a joyful and meaningful pregnancy. Heidi's personal birth experiences include a C-section and VBAC, and both births have inspired her passion to help other BlissMamas on their rite of passage to motherhood.
Please contact Heidi for more information about BlissMama Prenatal Yoga classes: heidisherwin11@gmail.com.
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Monday, December 6, 2010
200 Hour RYT Training Sept 2011 - June 2012
Joanne VandenHengel from 3rd Street Yoga in Pittsburgh will be leading a 200hr Yoga Teacher Training at BlissBlissBliss from September 2011 - June 2012. The tentatively scheduled dates are listed below:
7 long-weekend sessions:
Fridays (6:30pm - 10pm)
Saturdays (8am - 5pm)
Sundays (8am - noon)
September 2011- September 23,24,25
November 2011- November 18,19,20
December 2011- December 9,10,11
Winter Hibernation
March 2012- March 3,4,5
April 2012- April 13,14,15
May 2012- May 4,5,6
June 2012- June 1,2,3
If you or someone you know is interested in becoming certified to teach yoga, or just wanting to expand their yogic knowledge/skills as a personal endeavor please contact Joanne VandenHengel at joannevandenhengel@gmail.com or Heidi Sherwin at heidisherwin11@gmail.com.
Joanne VandenHengel, ERYT, has practiced yoga and meditation for over twenty years and has been teaching yoga for ten years in and around the Pittsburgh area, receiving her teaching certification from the Himalayan Institute. She has studied with a variety of teachers including Judith Lasater, Sandra Anderson, Jaimie Stover Schmidtt, Barbara Benaugh, Cyndi Lee and Rodney Yee. Joanne runs a Yoga Alliance certified 200 hours yoga teacher training program and is certified to teach pre and post natal and senior yoga classes.
Joanne VandenHengel, ERYT, has practiced yoga and meditation for over twenty years and has been teaching yoga for ten years in and around the Pittsburgh area, receiving her teaching certification from the Himalayan Institute. She has studied with a variety of teachers including Judith Lasater, Sandra Anderson, Jaimie Stover Schmidtt, Barbara Benaugh, Cyndi Lee and Rodney Yee. Joanne runs a Yoga Alliance certified 200 hours yoga teacher training program and is certified to teach pre and post natal and senior yoga classes.Friday, December 3, 2010
"Big Beings in Biddy Bodies" Kid's Workshop
"Big Beings in Biddy Bodies" is back for December during the Holiday break. After the excitement of Christmas and all the presents wears off a bit and your little ones are looking for something to DO, why not bring them to the workshop for some time away for BLISS/fun and enjoy a bit of quiet for yourselves. As always, our time together will be filled with sharing, Yoga, Art, Dance, Meditation and lots of creating. We continue to receive amazing feedback from this workshop. Things like "I wouldn't miss it for the world" and "I love it because we can share our feelings" are comments I heard from our last day together. Many kids missed last time due to scheduling conflicts. We look forward to having a room full of Bright Lights this month at our new, larger location.
Wednesday, December 29, 2010 from 2:00-4:30 p.m. $25.00 per child, $20 for 2nd and $15 for 3rd child in same family.
the above photos are from previous kid's workshops of mandalas made by the kids. image credit amy snyder.
Thursday, December 2, 2010
upcoming workshops that you don't want to miss
sunday, december 5:
12-1:30pm Sunday Restorative Workshop w/ Heidi ($15)
The restful yoga postures of Restorative Yoga are supported by several props, such as bolsters, pillows and blankets. These poses are held longer than in other yoga classes to enhance the release of tension related to stress, muscular tightness, or any other factors that leave one feeling imbalanced. Benefits include soothing the nervous system, nourishing muscles and organs, and mental clarity. No prior yoga experience necessary. This class is a must for those who need to unwind from busy lives and reconnect with the body.
2-3:30pm Holiday Detox Workshop w/ Melita ($15)
The holidays are a time for connecting and expressing gratitude. Often times that also includes overindulging and feeling sluggish. This class will invoke the fire (agni) heat in an invigorating flow designed to melt away the stress and tension of the hectic holiday season while ridding the body and the mind of impurities. Be prepared to move and sweat in an energetically firm, even and consistent flow where we will open up the hips, strengthen the arms and core. Come ready to sweat, detox, and let go of what no longer serves you!
saturday, december 11:
11am-1pm Ashtanga Practice w/ Mary Jo ($20)
We'll briefly discuss the 5 elements of practice; then run through our practice adding in most of the poses and vinyasa from the standing and primary series. These are experienced only classes so as not to disrupt the flow with individual posture instruction. To make this practice accessible and enjoyable, any posture modifications or variations are highly encouraged. "Each practice session is a journey. Allow it to unfold as a flower opens, there is no benefit in hurrying." David Swenson, author of "Ashtanga Yoga: The Practice Manual." We practice his inclusive, non-competitive, joyful form of Ashtanga Yoga.
sunday, december 12:
12-2pm Meditation & Pranayama Workshop w/ Nabin ($20)
"Healing Mental and Emotional Tiredness" Meditation, breathing practices and deep relaxation are preventative and healing yogic practices to keep us balanced, healthy, and energized through the holidays and winter weather. The workshop will include yogic exercises to warm up the body, yoga nidra (deep relaxation), Pranayama practices (breath work), and Mindfulness Meditation. All levels welcome.
sunday, december 19:
12-1:30pm Sunday Restorative Workshop w/ Melita ($15)
The restful yoga postures of Restorative Yoga are supported by several props, such as bolsters, pillows and blankets. These poses are held longer than in other yoga classes to enhance the release of tension related to stress, muscular tightness, or any other factors that leave one feeling imbalanced. Benefits include soothing the nervous system, nourishing muscles and organs, and mental clarity. No prior yoga experience necessary. This class is a must for those who need to unwind from busy lives and reconnect with the body.
2-3pm Bliss Book Club hosted by Melita (FREE)
The Book Club pick for December is "168 Hours: You Have More Time Than You Think" by Laura Vanderkam. The Bliss Book Club is a FREE event. We will meet, sip tea and discuss the book. Please bring your own tea mug. All teas & extras will be provided. Please invite your friends, family and neighbors. The more the merrier!
3:30-5:30pm Reiki Share w/ Amy (Donation Based)
This month’s Reiki share is open to anyone who wants to come get a taste of what Reiki has to offer. If you have taken Elasa’s Reiki training for your own personal growth and healing at any level, if you are a Reiki Practitioner or perhaps thinking of becoming one, or if you just want to learn more about it, please come and enter our healing circle. Practitioners will have the chance to receive and clients will have the opportunity to enjoy different flavors of Reiki as the energy may feel different depending on the one giving. We will talk about what Reiki is and how it feels within our life, its benefits, and how Reiki can be expanded to encompass an individual form of healing. Simple techniques will be explored to teach anyone how to recognize areas of the body that need healing. We will be happy to have you share in this time of Reiki Bliss.
wednesday, december 29:
1:30-4pm "Big Beings in Biddy Bodies" Kids Workshop with Amy Snyder ($25)
"Big Beings in Biddy Bodies" is back for December during the Holiday break. After the excitement of Christmas and all the presents wears off a bit and your little ones are looking for something to DO, why not bring them to the workshop for some time away for BLISS/fun and enjoy a bit of quiet for yourselves. As always, our time together will be filled with sharing, Yoga, Art, Dance, Meditation and lots of creating. We continue to receive amazing feedback from this workshop. Things like "I wouldn't miss it for the world" and "I love it because we can share our feelings" are comments I heard from our last day together. We look forward to having a room full of Bright Lights this month at our new, larger location.
saturday, january 1:
1:30-3:30pm Reflect, Grow & Renew - New Year's Day Practice w/ Melita ($20)
The holidays are a time for connecting and expressing gratitude. Often times that also includes overindulging and feeling sluggish. This class will invoke the fire (agni) heat in an invigorating flow designed to melt away the stress and tension of the hectic holiday season while ridding the body and the mind of impurities. Be prepared to move and sweat in an energetically firm, even and consistent flow where we will open up the hips, strengthen the arms and core. Come ready to sweat, detox, and let go of what no longer serves you!
12-1:30pm Sunday Restorative Workshop w/ Heidi ($15)
The restful yoga postures of Restorative Yoga are supported by several props, such as bolsters, pillows and blankets. These poses are held longer than in other yoga classes to enhance the release of tension related to stress, muscular tightness, or any other factors that leave one feeling imbalanced. Benefits include soothing the nervous system, nourishing muscles and organs, and mental clarity. No prior yoga experience necessary. This class is a must for those who need to unwind from busy lives and reconnect with the body.
2-3:30pm Holiday Detox Workshop w/ Melita ($15)
The holidays are a time for connecting and expressing gratitude. Often times that also includes overindulging and feeling sluggish. This class will invoke the fire (agni) heat in an invigorating flow designed to melt away the stress and tension of the hectic holiday season while ridding the body and the mind of impurities. Be prepared to move and sweat in an energetically firm, even and consistent flow where we will open up the hips, strengthen the arms and core. Come ready to sweat, detox, and let go of what no longer serves you!
saturday, december 11:
11am-1pm Ashtanga Practice w/ Mary Jo ($20)
We'll briefly discuss the 5 elements of practice; then run through our practice adding in most of the poses and vinyasa from the standing and primary series. These are experienced only classes so as not to disrupt the flow with individual posture instruction. To make this practice accessible and enjoyable, any posture modifications or variations are highly encouraged. "Each practice session is a journey. Allow it to unfold as a flower opens, there is no benefit in hurrying." David Swenson, author of "Ashtanga Yoga: The Practice Manual." We practice his inclusive, non-competitive, joyful form of Ashtanga Yoga.
sunday, december 12:
12-2pm Meditation & Pranayama Workshop w/ Nabin ($20)
"Healing Mental and Emotional Tiredness" Meditation, breathing practices and deep relaxation are preventative and healing yogic practices to keep us balanced, healthy, and energized through the holidays and winter weather. The workshop will include yogic exercises to warm up the body, yoga nidra (deep relaxation), Pranayama practices (breath work), and Mindfulness Meditation. All levels welcome.
sunday, december 19:
12-1:30pm Sunday Restorative Workshop w/ Melita ($15)
The restful yoga postures of Restorative Yoga are supported by several props, such as bolsters, pillows and blankets. These poses are held longer than in other yoga classes to enhance the release of tension related to stress, muscular tightness, or any other factors that leave one feeling imbalanced. Benefits include soothing the nervous system, nourishing muscles and organs, and mental clarity. No prior yoga experience necessary. This class is a must for those who need to unwind from busy lives and reconnect with the body.
2-3pm Bliss Book Club hosted by Melita (FREE)
The Book Club pick for December is "168 Hours: You Have More Time Than You Think" by Laura Vanderkam. The Bliss Book Club is a FREE event. We will meet, sip tea and discuss the book. Please bring your own tea mug. All teas & extras will be provided. Please invite your friends, family and neighbors. The more the merrier!
3:30-5:30pm Reiki Share w/ Amy (Donation Based)
This month’s Reiki share is open to anyone who wants to come get a taste of what Reiki has to offer. If you have taken Elasa’s Reiki training for your own personal growth and healing at any level, if you are a Reiki Practitioner or perhaps thinking of becoming one, or if you just want to learn more about it, please come and enter our healing circle. Practitioners will have the chance to receive and clients will have the opportunity to enjoy different flavors of Reiki as the energy may feel different depending on the one giving. We will talk about what Reiki is and how it feels within our life, its benefits, and how Reiki can be expanded to encompass an individual form of healing. Simple techniques will be explored to teach anyone how to recognize areas of the body that need healing. We will be happy to have you share in this time of Reiki Bliss.
wednesday, december 29:
1:30-4pm "Big Beings in Biddy Bodies" Kids Workshop with Amy Snyder ($25)
"Big Beings in Biddy Bodies" is back for December during the Holiday break. After the excitement of Christmas and all the presents wears off a bit and your little ones are looking for something to DO, why not bring them to the workshop for some time away for BLISS/fun and enjoy a bit of quiet for yourselves. As always, our time together will be filled with sharing, Yoga, Art, Dance, Meditation and lots of creating. We continue to receive amazing feedback from this workshop. Things like "I wouldn't miss it for the world" and "I love it because we can share our feelings" are comments I heard from our last day together. We look forward to having a room full of Bright Lights this month at our new, larger location.
saturday, january 1:
1:30-3:30pm Reflect, Grow & Renew - New Year's Day Practice w/ Melita ($20)
The holidays are a time for connecting and expressing gratitude. Often times that also includes overindulging and feeling sluggish. This class will invoke the fire (agni) heat in an invigorating flow designed to melt away the stress and tension of the hectic holiday season while ridding the body and the mind of impurities. Be prepared to move and sweat in an energetically firm, even and consistent flow where we will open up the hips, strengthen the arms and core. Come ready to sweat, detox, and let go of what no longer serves you!
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
asana of the month
kapotasana - pigeon pose
(cop-poh-TAHS-anna)
kapota = pigeon or dove
this is one of the many forms of Eka Pada Rajakapotasana or one-legged king pigeon pose. in yin yoga, this is also called sleeping swan. it seems that across the board this is one of yogis favorite pose. it's a wonderful hip opener and a wonderful pose to do after you are nice and warmed up.
benefits:
- stretches the thighs, groins and psoas, abdomen, chest and shoulders, and neck
- opens the shoulders and chest
- stimulates the abdominal organs
cautions/contraindications:
- sacroiliac injury
- knee or ankle injury
- tight hips or thighs
preparatory poses:
- baddha konasana - bound angle pose
- utthita trikonasana - triangle pose
- vrksasana - tree pose
image credit melita
kapota = pigeon or dove
this is one of the many forms of Eka Pada Rajakapotasana or one-legged king pigeon pose. in yin yoga, this is also called sleeping swan. it seems that across the board this is one of yogis favorite pose. it's a wonderful hip opener and a wonderful pose to do after you are nice and warmed up.
benefits:
- stretches the thighs, groins and psoas, abdomen, chest and shoulders, and neck
- opens the shoulders and chest
- stimulates the abdominal organs
cautions/contraindications:
- sacroiliac injury
- knee or ankle injury
- tight hips or thighs
preparatory poses:
- baddha konasana - bound angle pose
- utthita trikonasana - triangle pose
- vrksasana - tree pose
image credit melita
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