Iyengar Yoga at Featherstone

In his book, The Psycho-Physical Lab, Eyal Shifroni writes: "Backbends are thrilling and fascinating. The back can never be seen and hence it always remains som...ewhat mysterious - an unknown territory which can be exciting but also frightening. By practicing backbends, we delve into this territory and thus overcome this natural fear and build our confidence. Developing awareness and sensitivity to the back of the body helps to go deeper into meditation." Eyal will be doing a 4-day workshop January 22-25. Details and registration: www.yogaDNA.org This variation of Supta Baddah Konasana touches on a backbend and is a more active variation. Check out the full video on YouTube with effects and addtional details: https://youtu.be/tWpMYruVMo8 Get these practice tips delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/NhqfTHU/homepractice

Looking forward to offering this celebratory practice for our community in the coming months. Hoping 2021 holds joy, gratitude, stability and balance for all. The Alberta government will review COVID 19 Restrictions on January 12 hoping we can practice again together soon. #iyengaryoga #practice #joy #disciplineequalsfreedom #yogaforhealth #yogaforlife #ruralalberta #supportlocal #myolds #didsburyab #lovetoall

Recuperative Yoga Practice Saturday, November 21 10-11:30am A couple of spaces are available Send a note if you would like to join #iyengaryoga #practice #selfcare #mindfulmovement #breathe #renew #featherstoneyoga #myolds #didsburyab #centralalbertayoga

Embrace it all, the cold days of winter have arrived, keep the inner fires burning bright with Yoga practice, good nutrition, adequate rest and play. Join Iyengar Yoga, courses starting November 1 there are a few spaces left in Thursday night all level practice suitable for beginners 7-8:15pm and Sunday afternoon Gentle Practice 1-2:30pm. 8 week course for $110, a sliding fee scale is available to ensure access for all. DM for more information or to register. #iyengaryoga #yogaforhealth #yogaforall #yogapractice #yogainspiration #selfcare #strength #stretch #grow #expand #centralalberta #mountainviewcounty #ruralalberta #myolds #didsbury #sundre

Breathe Stretch Grow Go forward intelligently. Fall/Winter Iyengar Yoga Schedule with Covid 19 protocols and limited class sizes in place. Beginning November 1 - December 24 there are a few spots left in the Sunday Gentle Practice 1-2:30pm (suitable for beginners) and the Thursday All Level 7-8:15pm (suitable for beginners) the eight week course fee $110. Please contact me directly for a sliding/reduced fee - accessibility for ALL.

Enjoy the Summer Sun. Iyengar yoga courses resume September 6. There are some available private class times until then. Fall 2020 Course Schedule September 6 - October 28 Sunday Gentle Practice 10-11:30am Tuesday Beginner course 7-8:15pm Wednesday All Levels 7-8:30pm... 8 week course fee $110, a sliding fee scale is available to ensure accessibility for all. Please register early as class size capacity has been reduced to ensure physical distance. See more

Love to all Unpredictable weather and stage 2 reopening have resulted in the suspension of out door Yoga for the remaining two classes, many of you have already transferred you tuition fees over to an indoor class, there are still a couple of spots in the Beginning class Tuesday 7-8:15pm and Sunday Gentle Practice 10-11:15 am. Please contact me if you have not already done so to make arrangements if you registered for the Saturday morning outdoor Yoga classes. #iyengaryoga #yogaforeveryone #practice #growth #change #ruralalberta #inthecountry #featherstoneyoga

Good Morning! The birds are singing and the frogs are croaking. Its a beautiful day for Yoga at the farm. We start at 9:00am. There are a couple of spots available for drop in (marked for physical distance) - send me a note if youd like to join. #iyengaryoga #yogaforeverybody #yogaforall #yogaforhealth #stretch #move #grow #challenge #expandingconsciousness #nature #connection #community #ruralalberta #myolds #didsburyalberta #featherstoneyoga

No outdoor Yoga today. See you next Saturday. Keep well and warm.

Listening #blackouttuesday #equalityforall

Utthita Trikonasana | Extension & Rotation in Extended Triangle Pose "Regular practice of this asana taps energy stored in the tailbone, which is an important s...ource of vitality and strength. This helps those who require more energy to function efficiently when under stress. The pose activates the spine, keeping it supple and well-aligned." - B.K.S. Iyengar Check out the YouTube link with additional info about this week's pose: https://youtu.be/kkhq1e4Y2WQ Subscribe to our YouTube channel and stay tuned for additional quality content to support you in this practice. We thank all of the teachers, mentors, colleagues and students who have shared and are sharing in this practice and learning with us.

I had the privilege of teaching Iyengar Yoga to some of the most wonderful women anywhere. With the Government of Alberta Outdoor Recreation Guidance Document, AHS website as resources and some electric fence posts we were able to come together, at a safe distance, to practice. Joy. #iyengaryoga #yogaforall #yogaforhealth #wellbeing #practice #health #physicaldistance #community #joy #fourleafclover #featherstoneyoga #whydidsbury #myolds #ruralalberta #local

Ardha Chandrasana | Half Moon Pose "In this asana, your body takes the shape of a half moon. Regular practice enhances your span of concentration. It also impro...ves coordination and motor reflexes." - B.K.S. Iyengar Check out the YouTube link with additional info about this week's pose: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=exw-w2NbfDo Subscribe to our YouTube channel and stay tuned for additional quality content to support you in this practice. We thank all of the teachers, mentors, colleagues and students who have shared and are sharing in this practice and learning with us.

Home Practice Tip: Setu Bandha Sarvangasana (with homemade bolster) "In this asana, the body arches to take the shape of a bridge. The chinlock in the asana cal...ms the flow of thoughts and soothes the mind." - B.K.S. Iyengar Check out the YouTube link with additional info about this week's pose: https://youtu.be/Bu0lXUBqKeg Subscribe to our YouTube channel and stay tuned for additional quality content to support you in this practice. We thank all of the teachers, mentors, colleagues and students who have shared and are sharing in this practice and learning with us.

"These asanas (backbends) stimulate and energize the body, and are invaluable to people suffering from depression." - B.K.S. Iyengar Check out the YouTube link ...for additional info about this week's pose: https://youtu.be/onmOqwINMOY Subscribe to our YouTube channel and stay tuned for additional quality content to support you in this practice.

Weekly Home Practice Tip: The Strap Jacket "Open the armpits and you won't get depressed." - B.K.S. Iyengar Check out the YouTube link with additional info abou...t this week's pose: https://youtu.be/onmOqwINMOY Subscribe to our YouTube channel and stay tuned for additional quality content to support you in this practice.

Continue reading this article by Shirley Daventry French in our current Yog-e- news. Drawings by the talented Lauren Cox. https://mailchi.mp//yog-e-news-april-3-2020-a-vital-action #iyengar#iyengaryoga

A fine day for canning garlic and chillies hot sauce. Well wishes to all. Practice yoga #iyengaryoga #home practice #simplepleasures #wholefoods #delicious #spices #health

Its the responsible thing to do for the time being - we are all in this together. Registered students will receive a credit for cancelled classes that can be applied to future courses. Be well. #iyengaryoga #homepractice #dailypractice #yogaforhealth #bewell #compassion #ruralalberta #neighbors #inthistogether #myolds #didsburyab #featherstoneyoga

Please observe the recommendations on the Alberta Health Services website. Questions call 811. If you are feeling unwell please stay home, for everyones safety. We will continue to offer you a safe environment to practice Yoga. #iyengaryoga #yogaforhealth #yogaforbeginners #yogaforlife #yogaforeveryone #immunesupport #stressrelief #stretch #strengthen #breathe #staylocal #supportlocal #community #featherstoneyoga

Dear Friends, We hope this message finds you well amidst the growing concern over the Coronavirus. As always, the practice supports us into presence of mind, st...eadiness, wisdom and courage in uncertainty. At the Centre, we have increased hygiene measures personally, as a community, and around the studio and will continue to monitor for developments very closely. We currently recommend the following for all teachers, staff and students: - if you are not feeling well, please stay home from class and use a home practice sheet located under resources on our website: https://www.calgaryiyengaryoga.com//immunity-and-mind-calm - washing hands before and after class - students are welcome to use the sink/soap in reception - avoid touching your face - please cough/sneeze in a tissue or your elbow and discard of the tissue in one of our garbage bins after use, then wash your hands in reception - use disinfecting wipes to clean off your mat and hard props before and after each class Thank you for your support and being part of keeping our community a clean and healthy environment! As a small business, we depend on it.

Love to all. Happy International Womens Day. #letloverule #chose #equality

Alignment - not just a physical construct...

All Level Iyengar Yoga; explore rope work, core and arm balances. This Saturday, March 7, 9-10:30am at Featherstone. Drop in fee $15. Send me a note to confirm your spot. #iyengaryoga #yogaisfun #yogaforeverybody #move #play #explore #joy #mindfulnesspractice #lovelocal #ruralalberta #myolds #whydidsbury

Wishing all a brilliant weekend. Saturday morning All Level Iyengar 9-10:30am, an invigorating practice focusing on back arches. Finish your week well, begin your weekend well, do Yoga. #iyengaryoga #iyengaryogastudent #iyengaryogateacher #yogaisfun #yogaeveryday #invigorating #backbending #yogastrong #intelligentmovement #alignment #centralalberta #farmlife #supportlocal #featherstoneyoga

Try some inner exploration at Yoga class this week; Tuesday evening Beginner class 7pm, Wednesday evening All Level class 7pm, Saturday morning All Level 9am and Sunday morning Gentle Practice 10am. Vivians collagen truffles are back and will be available Saturday!!! #iyengaryogateacher #iyengaryoga #yogaforbeginners #yogaforeverybody #health #move #stretch #strengthen #vibrancy #selfcare #trysomethingnew #featherstoneyoga #centralalberta #lovelocal

Cast away any doubt. Gentle Yoga Practice at 10am today. Join in! #iyengaryoga #wellbeing #selfcare #movement #stretch #expand #consciousness #featherstoneyoga #ruralalberta #lovelocal

Wise Words on Wednesdays #iyengar #iyengaryoga #iyengaryogacanada #wisewordswednesday

Gentle Iyengar Yoga practice is cancelled for this morning roads are very bad from last nights storm. Keep safe and warm. Home practice day. #iyengaryoga #homepractice #discernment #attention #embracechange #allow #canadianwinter #featherstoneyoga

First, my thanks to @iyavl for sharing this posture some time ago; it has been for me, deeply recuperative. The lovely students at Gentle Practice appreciated it very much. #iyengaryoga #yogaforheath #yogaforlife #yogaforall #relief #recuperation #undoing #featherstoneyoga

There are a few spaces left in the Winter Rebalancing Work I am teaching at Calgary Iyengar Yoga. Join us! @calgary_iyengar_yoga #iyengaryoga #yogaeveryday #yogaforhealth #health #harmony #balancedlife #support #selfcare

Stay warm and safe. We will resume classes Sunday morning 10am Gentle Practice. #homepractice #stretch #move #expand #iyengaryoga #featherstoneyoga

Yoga friends who face pain daily, please read this book. #changeyourbrain #hope #mindset #neuroplasticity #yoga

Its not too late to start. Beginner Course starts this evening and All Levels Course starts tomorrow evening. Join us. #learnsomethingnew #outofyourcomfortzone #stretch #strengthen #relax #release #renew #yogaforlife #yogaforhealth #iyengaryoga #featherstonestudio #centralalberta #myolds #whydidsbury #local

Back by popular demand. Beginner Iyengar Yoga Course. Starting Tuesdays 7-8:15pm January 7 - March 24. Twelve weeks of Yoga for $165. Register now.

Iyengar yoga Courses begin January 5th. Create a peaceful, harmonious environment within and without. Gentle Practice Sundays 10-11:15am All Level Course Wednesdays 7-8:30pm January 5 - March 25, 12 weeks of Iyengar Yoga $165, contact us to register. #iyengaryoga #yogaiyengar #yogaforhealth #yogaforall #yogaforstrength #yogaforflexibility #yogaforlife #consciousliving #choosewell #herbs #wildcrafting #herbaltea #livingwithnature #ruralalberta #featherstoneyoga

Stability - Vibrancy - Mobility Gentle Practice Sundays 10-11:15am January 5- March 22 12 weeks $165 All Level Course Wed 7-8:30pm January 8-March 25 12 weeks $165... Beginner Thurs 7-8:15pm January 9-March 26 12 weeks $165 Registration open, make a commitment to yourself. #iyengaryoga #yogaforthepeople #yogaisfun #strength #flexibility #mobility #stability #expandingconsciousness #featherstoneyoga

Join in, begin the New Year well. 10:00-11:30am at Featherstone. Space is limited, please contact us to register. #iyengaryoga #yogaforall #yogaforhealth #wisdom #peace #compassion #lovingkindness #nowisthetime #ruralalberta #inthecountry #supporteachother #myolds #whydidsbury #featherstoneyoga