Yoga Polarity

Polarity Therapy: An Introduction

dslattery — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 19:49:33 +0000

What creates healing? In this two-hour workshop, we will explore the basics of energy medicine. Participants will be guided to have an experience of:
-the concept of life energy and the “pulse of life”
-energy movement in our own bodies
-listening to our intuitive knowing
-sensing the movement of energy in others
Come discover how life energy always seeks balance and begin your journey to health!

Pre-Registration is Required
Date: Friday, September 10, 2010, from 7pm - 9pm or
Saturday, September 25, 2010 from 1pm - 3pm
Cost: $35.-
Instructors: Liz Ferrara, Mark Hubbard and Wendy Newton
To register: Call Liz at 917-288-6162 or email mzliz@aol.com

Yoga for Chronic Low Back Pain: Develop a Healthy Back

dslattery — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 21:16:27 +0000

Most of us have experienced low back pain during our life. This 4 week class series is based on the protocol used in the article published in the Annals of Internal Medicine, “Comparing Yoga, Exercise, and a Self-Care Book for Chronic Low Back Pain”. Results indicated that Yoga is a successful strategy in the relief of chronic low back pain.

Each week a different topic relevant to posture, ergonomics and other helpful information is introduced to further the learning experience on how yoga can help to:
-improve postural alignment
-improve structural stability
-strengthen the muscles that support the back
-release tight muscles
-develop healthy movement patterns
The yoga practices are in a written format and are available for you to take home and practice on your own.

Dates: Thursdays -7:00pm - 8:15pm
September 16, 23, 30, October 7, 2010
Cost: $70.-/series or $20/class
Register: jmcqu451@aol.com or call 516-508-0390. Students must fill out a waiver form at the start of the first class.
Instructor: Jane McQueen, ERYT-500 hour. Jane has completed The American Viniyoga Institute Foundations for Yoga Therapy and is currently furthering her studies in Yoga Therapy with AVI’s director Gary Kraftsow.

Kids Yoga (8-13 year olds)

dslattery — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 20:20:45 +0000

Kids Yoga returns! In this series, children ages 8 - 13 years old will learn beginning yoga postures and meditation skills in a fun and non-competitive setting. Children will experience how yoga enhances their flexibility, strength, balance, concentration and imagination!

Dates: Tuesdays, October 5, 12, 19, and 26
Time: 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Cost: $50.- if pre-paid for the series (non-refundable) or $15.- per class fee.
Pre-registration is required and space is limited. Call 516-578-2898 to register your child.
Instructor: Diana Slattery, OTR/L, RYT-500