RosaYoga

Added 2012 Classes and workshops!

2012-01-11T11:36:00.000-08:00

Happy 2012! Amazing how much we can experience in the course of one year. I am always inspired by the accomplishments of those around me as well as my own past successes. Beyond that, we have a new year filled with new opportunities. Nike chose a great slogan and resolution for its company with "Just Do It!" and I believe that they are truly great words of encouragement.

With so many changes taking place within and outside of us, the need for grounding, balance and calm is more important than ever. Yoga gives us all of that and more in the short time period of an hour. Bring yourself here.

New 2012 classes!
Tuesday at 4:00pm - Flow class without sun salutations
Friday at 10:00am with Jo Hartman - Restorative
*Bring pillows, blankets, cozy socks, eye pillows, or other props you desire.

January Workshop
Saturday, January 21, 10:30 - 12:00 The Art of Savasana
Let's get to know that amazing pose, savasana! Pronounced sha-va-sa-na, corpse pose is the ultimate relaxer. We will practice till our hearts content.
Cost - $30 (includes regular class from 9:00 - 10:00 with the workshop following.)

Check the schedule for regular class times.

Also, here are a few RosaYoga reminders -

- Please rsvp to evening classes if possible.
- Feel free to park in front of the garage and pull up closer to the house.
- When your card is full, it will be set out on the table. you can also check to see how many classes you have left at any time you choose. They are sorted by last name.
- If you borrow a mat, please wipe it down before returning it.
- Please abstain from wearing perfumed lotions or products to class.
- Bring props to restorative classes.

Let's enjoy this great new year together!
Please click on the schedule for regular class days and times.
Namaste,
Karen

It's December?

2011-11-30T21:00:00.000-08:00

Can you believe it. December of 2011 is here and 2012 will be arriving before we know it. If you're like me, you may be feeling pushed and rushed with the list of desired items to get done. I love the festivities and traditions. I also love the feeling of "new" with the year of 2012 beginning.

On my wish list for next year, I want to feel even better than I do now. I want to be in better shape mentally, physically, and spiritually. I want to change some eating habits which aren't nurturing and add in activities which are. I want to let go of being stubborn ( just acknowledging that I am proves just how stubborn I have been. ) I want to complete what I have started and begin where I have finished. I want to live more and fear less.

Choosing to make a change is the first step. Writing it down is a good second. Putting a small piece of it into action is a great baby step. And then following through with the help of a friend or partner is a great stride. Talk about it. Make plans. Be proactive.

Enjoy every twinkle light and mug of cider.
Happy December!

11.11.1111

2011-11-11T06:53:00.000-08:00

Happy 11.11.1111

This is a once in a lifetime day as you already know and I just wanted to share how grateful I am for you and our experinces together. Today is about oneness. Many special meditations are taking place around the world. Take a few moments to check them out, or close your eyes and tune in. It is very likely that someone somewhere is sharing their gratitude at that same very moment!

During our teacher training, I shared a thread ceremony with my student teachers. After our group completed 200 hours of training, we sealed in that exceptional time by sharing a sacred thread ritual. We tied the blessed thread onto each other as we went around the circle. The significance of the thread acts as a visual reminder of what we shared and also a symbol of what we still need to focus on or work through. The thread that is tied on our wrist or ankle at times can feel annoying (what are we getting annoyed at in life) or comforting (what feels good and right to us.) It can also be a daily reminder of our unique experience we spent together if we choose to see it that way.

My thread let go of me this past week, three and a half months after it had become a part of me. I was sad to see it go, but realized that it was now time to create a new opportunity for a new thread in my life.

That being sad, starting in January, I will offering workshops which relate to our well-being and joy. Ayurveda, pendulums, nutrition, mudras, and more. Let me know if there is a subject or topic you are interested in hearing about.

I am also extremely thrilled to be back in my body! I have felt as though my mind has been scattered and unclear, which i was blaming perimenopause on. But thanks to the advice of a friend (whom I hope will come speak at one of the workshops), all is well again. Her advice was to move the electrical items next to my bed which send off eft's. For the last three nights, I have slept better than ever and have woken up refreshed and ready to go!!! Honestly, I feel as though the real me is back!

So my miracle tidbit to you on this very special day is to think about your surroundings and clear the electrical space away from where you rest. Clock radios are the worst culprits. (I can't even bring myself to give it away knowing I will cause someone else discomfort.)

Love you guys,
Enjoy this special and wonderful day,

Karen

October Yoga

2011-10-03T07:25:00.000-07:00

October is here and with it comes great weather, gorgeous mornings, and plenty of events and parties.

Yoga is a sure way to keep your balance and grace through it all!

Here is a quick glance at the October schedule......
Please jot them down on your own calendar.

OCTOBER:

1 Saturday, 9:00am
3 Monday, 9:00am
5 Wednesday, 9:00am
6 Thursday, 6:00pm
11 Tuesday, 6:00pm
12 Wedmesday, 9:00am
13 Thursday, 6:00pm
15 Saturday, 9:00am
17 Monday, 9:00am
18 Tuesday, 6:00pm
19 Wednesday, 9:00am
20 Thursday, 6:00pm
22 Saturday, 9:00am
24 Monday, 9:00am
26 Wednesday, 9:00am
27 Thursday, 6:00pm
29 Saturday, 9:00am

Please check the blog below for the full month at a glance.

Namaste,
Karen

Aloha!

2011-08-29T07:30:00.001-07:00

Aloha everyone,

Why not feel the waves roll up on your toes and the sand beneath them? How about the beautiful sunsets of orange and red hues slowly setting over the backdrop of a still evening ocean.

AAAaaahhhhhh......

Every time you come to yoga, the feeling of being on a vacation is available to you.
Relaxed, Aware, Content....

Not to mention the fact that Kelly hand waters and feeds each and every plant budding and shining in our yards.
The setting here is beautiful right now with the morning light at our 9:00am class and the evening shadows on the mountains at 6:00.

Come see...(and feel.)

Classes today at 9:00am and 6:00pm.
no classes until next month.

*Note - New evening class days.
Please rsvp for all classes if you know ahead of time.

September Calendar

M, Sept 5 9:00 A Labor day
T, Sept 6 6:00 P
W, Sept 7 9:00 A
Th, Sept 8 6:00 P
Sat, Sept 10 9:00 A
M, Sept 12 9:00 A Full Moon Yoga
T, Sept 13 6:00 P
W, Sept 14 9:00 A
Th, Sept 15 6:00 P
Sat, Sept 17 9:00 A
M, Sept 19 9:00 A
T, Sept 20 6:00 P
W, Sept, 21 9:00 A
T, Sept 27 6:00 P New Moon Candlelight Yoga
W, Sept 28 9:00 A
Th, Sept 29 6:00 P
Sat, Oct 1 9:00 A

For a quick glance, look at the calendar.

Mahalo,
Karen

Time for Savasana

2011-07-31T11:33:00.000-07:00

Ahhh...that great feeling of savasana. Come and enjoy, Karen

August Schedule

2011-07-27T07:45:00.000-07:00

It's about that time....Routines begin to take shape, vacations wind down, classes get scheduled. And the one common thread through it all continues to bring us to a space of balance and calm. Yoga.

August is the perfect time to begin again. And why not. We know yoga makes us feel better. It gives us the strength and confidence we need to live joyfully. Bring a friend, coworker or family member. Just do it! You will be happy you did.

The schedule is noted on the calendar, but here is a quick look at the calendar at a glance.

Upcoming Classes -
Saturday, July 30, 9:00am
August -
1,3,15,17,22,24,29 - Monday's and Wednesday's at 9:00am and 6:00pm
20, 27 - Saturday's at 9:00am

Note the days that are not listed because I never want to leave a yogi stranded.

RosaYoga Teachers Graduate!

2011-07-24T20:36:00.001-07:00

Congratulations to the new RosaYoga teachers who graduated last night! The experience was so much more than I could have hoped for. To have such talented and remarkable women come together as one was an amazing life experience.

July Schedule is Posted!

2011-06-30T07:23:00.000-07:00

Our next class is this Saturday.
July's schedule is posted beginning with a class on July 2 at 9am.
Monday, Independence Day, July 4, we will have class at 9:00am only.
Classes that follow - July 18(both 9am and 6pm), July 20, 23, 27 and 30.

If you have a preference for days and times, let me know. I can always add a new class to the schedule if many of you would like that.

Have a great monsoon day!
Karen

Beauty Abounds

2011-06-09T08:23:00.000-07:00

Our blossoming artichoke from our garden....beautiful!

Teacher Trainings Are Not Just For Teachers.

2011-06-02T06:32:00.000-07:00

Yoga, Pranayama, Anatomy and Physiology and Vision Boards! We created a great space for learning and teaching here these past two days. Two guest teachers came to share their wisdom with us.

Anita Claney shared stories about yoga therapy with veterans suffering from Post Stress Disorder, gave insights into feeling the breath as it moves through us smoothly and taught us helpful techniques for calming and receiving the light into our hearts. She ended with a personal chant which we all agreed felt like a clearing and toning for our souls.

Carol Daniels led us through the bones, the muscles, the joints and the actions of them all as we held poses while feeling the muscles contract and stretch. Being on the mat during the subject of physiology brilliantly brought home the concepts into our bodies.

Teacher trainings are great for those people desiring to share their love of life and yoga, but they are also great for anyone interested in deepening their own practice and experiencing a retreat away from the patterned behaviors and activites of their everyday life. Keep this in mind for yourself in the future. I will leading some weekend retreats this next year! You will be happy when the timing is right.

Vision Boards in the making...

Congratulations Graduates!

2011-05-21T11:39:00.000-07:00

“Do not go where the path may lead; go instead where there is no path and leave a trail” - Ralph Waldo Emmerson

Congratulations to all of my students who are graduating from school this year. You have made my life joyful, my days fun, and my spirit grateful. Thank you for everything. I feel so proud and honored to have had you in my classes. Enjoy your time in whatever you choose to do. With love, Karen

It's Training Time!

2011-05-15T14:48:00.000-07:00

Our first RosaYoga Teacher Training Session is in full swing. Nine exceptional individuals are open to spreading their knowledge, fun attitude, and spirit on. The time has been well spent. Participating in a training is not only beneficial for the person wanting to teach, but also for the student searching out a deeper connection to themselves. Keep this in mind for your future.

Happy Birthday Lauren

2011-04-05T11:32:00.000-07:00

Vote for me

2011-03-30T20:40:00.000-07:00

http://talentsearch.yogajournal.com/view/1969

Please vote for me to be on the cover of Yoga Journal.
You can vote 1 time each day.

Lots of great yogis out there.
It's fun seeing all of the various people.

En joy,
Karen

karen teaching full length

2011-02-14T15:28:00.000-08:00

Teacher Training at RosaYoga

2011-01-26T19:12:00.000-08:00

hi all.....

I am excited about our first teacher training program for RosaYoga.

Session I -
March 13 - 16
7:00am - 8:00pm

This 4 day workshop is the first step to becoming a certified yoga teacher or a great way to simply enhance your personal practice with in-depth knowledge and insight.

What you will be learning:

detailed instruction of asanas (poses) including proper alignment and modifications
pranayama (breathing techniques), meditation, journaling
easy techniques for teaching anywhere to anyone
how to prepare the room and set the tone of the energy in the space
how to tap into the flow of the class with or without music
a complete look into a yoga lifestyle and attitude

This first session will complete a 50 hour program.

RosaYoga is a registered school through Yoga Alliance®. Completion of four 50 hour immersion and teacher training programs qualifies graduates to be RYT certified at the 200-hour level.

Required reading will be sent out upon your decision.

Cost for each session is $440. (For you, my first students, I am charging half...$220.)
Deposit of 50% due with your registration.

Please contact me if you are interested or have any questions.

I look forward to sharing this part of your yoga journey with you.
Karen

Yoga Today

2011-01-15T05:50:00.000-08:00

Are you as grateful as I am for the beauty that surrounds us, the love that encompasses us, and the support that lifts us?

If I simply take a moment to sit, see and listen, I am immediately in a state of awe at just how blessed I am. And each time I think of YOU, I am filled with that same gratitude.

Yoga is available to all of us at anytime and on any day. I, of course, enjoy when I can practice with others and believe that the comraderie we share here, is unique and special. Together we can make a difference in our community just by being at peace.

I welcome you to look at the current January schedule.

Monday, January 17- Martin Luther King Holiday 9:00am class only.

If you have that inner desire to get back to yoga, follow it! You will be so glad you did!

Take care always,
Karen

1-1-11

2011-01-01T19:13:00.000-08:00

A new day of a new year with new beginnings.

I am a true beleiver in not waiting for a holiday to dictate the spirit of new in our lives. But rather look to the new every day which is found in nature, growth, family, experience, insights, behaviors, and feelings. We are constantly in a state of change which gives us the opportunity to be constantly in a state of awe!

Yoga magically places us in that state and offers us the space and time to connect in a very profound way.

During this 'New Year,' I encourage you to move 'YOU' to the top of your priority list. It will make all the difference in your world.

Take care and know that every day is a new beginning and the perfect day to begin again.

With love,
Karen

It's almost 2011!

2010-12-28T15:46:00.000-08:00

I am sure you all enjoyed this past week of time off, family get-togethers and sharing of gifts. We had such a wonderful time as well in Sedona. Having all of our kids under one roof and waking up to Ellis was the greatest treat of all.

Now home early though, so yoga is in our future! I am adding classes this week.
Wednesday, tomorrow at 9 and 6...then Saturday at 9, to celebrate New Years Day! We will set our intentions and make the first day of the year a remarkable one.

Come share your joy with all of us and see you (and a friend or relative) as well. They are always welcome.

Take care...xoxoxox

2010-12-01T06:26:00.000-08:00

Ellis has a way of bringing people closer together. Tina, Dana and I shared a special day with her. She is now 8 lbs and getting even more animated with her facial expressions and mannerisms. So easy to love....xoxoxox

2010-11-14T16:14:00.000-08:00

Ellis is simply adorable. She has already taught us so much. Being with her is heaven!

2010-10-30T08:05:00.000-07:00

Ellis is a gem! I am excited for you all to meet this new sweetheart and love of our lives. What a cutie she is. xoxox

What I Want For You

2010-10-21T17:24:00.000-07:00

I want you to feel empowered!
I want you to feel strong!
I want you to notice your energy and how it is flowing inside and outside of you.
I want you to have an experience of joy and strength and peace and calm.
I want you to learn about your breathe and how it is connected to every action.
I want you to be inspired and touched by the music, the mountains, the people, the energy, and the movements.
I want you to love your self!

What's New?

2010-10-12T14:48:00.000-07:00

So many changes happening here. I have decided to be called 'Mimi' when Ellis arrives. I am thrilled to continue the tradition of 'the inspiring one' as my Grandma's did for me.

I have also enjoyed 'going back to school.' Who would have thought that I would be driving to teach yoga at St. Cyril's again! I'll bet if I added all the drives to and from there it would be more than 8000 trips!
OH WAIT! I wasn't including the after school drives as well as the Paling days and meetings etc!!!!! OK, So it's been a huge part of my life and continues to be.

I also decided that the book I am writing is truly writing me. I have been at the whim of release and growth which could only be credited to the focus and desire to help others while in turn helping me. A great process truly.

I thank you for your continued friendship and dedication to yoga.
With love and gratitude,
Karen

Happy October!

2010-10-01T17:31:00.000-07:00

So here it is, October of 2010! Sure to be a month of great expectations!

On September 23rd, the anniversary of grandma Rosa's passing, Kelly and i had a wonderful time in Calistoga...mud baths, massages, mineral pool. We rode bikes through the vineyards and to the Farmers Market, went to the wineries and attended a gorgeous wedding overlooking the countryside!

After our time there, we drove to San Francisco and checked in to our hotel in Union Square. On Monday September 27, the anniversary of my Grandfather's passing, we were picked up by Alyssa, a friend, who drove us to the Palace and my grnadparents apartment building there. It was a remarkable day with many special and sweet moments. Divine truly.

And now home with a new perspective, ready for classes once again.

In addition to my classes here at my studio, I am now teaching on Tuesday and Friday mornings at 8:00am. If you would like to join in, go to the school office and fill out a form.

Take care of yourself!
and see you soon.

Guess What?

2010-09-21T16:40:00.000-07:00

I realized something this last week. Sometimes we think we are ready for anything, when really we may not be. So how do we get through those challenges that happen upon us? Yoga ! It truly helps bring us back to center when we need it. And when all is running smoothly, it's like money in the bank.

Please look over the calendar of classes and make yoga a priority in your life. You will be so happy you did.

Also, just fyi....I will be teaching two morning classes starting in October at St. Cyril's. So more choices may be available. i will keep you posted.

Take care....Yoga is always here for you.
Karen

Just Checking In

2010-07-10T08:11:00.000-07:00

I just wanted to check in and see how you are all doing.
I know that the summer vacations of eating, sleeping in and possibly not keeping up
with exercise regiments can make for some uncomfortable attempts at trying on jeans.
But always know that yoga works! When you are back and ready for a healthy routine, yoga will be here waiting for you. I know that after a trip I feel sluggish and stiff. But one class changes all of that! Back to new and ready for the energy of the day again with a clean slate.

Please become a follower if you would like.
Enjoy it all.....xoxo Karen

Announcing New Class Levels!!

2010-05-22T20:02:00.000-07:00

Thanks to all of you energetic and happy people who joined in class today!

It always makes me smile with joy knowing that I am so blessed with your friendship and camaraderie.

I am happy to announce different levels of classes beginning in June:

Rose Bud - An Ease and Stretch class for every 'body' interested. This class will not contain sun salutations, but will have standing and floor poses practiced separately. All levels are welcome.
Rose Blossom - Intermediate Vinyasa Flow class which you are already familiar with. Upbeat and high energy, sun salutations are used in this practice.
Rose-ary - Say a prayer because this class will push the limits! If you're looking for a challenge, you've found it!

I'm Back!!!

2010-05-21T17:12:00.000-07:00

Hi everyone! I'm back!
Guess who helped me with my blog?
Courtney is home from college and lucky me and you because now we have this wonderful blog for RosaYoga!
Make sure to click on the Yoga Schedule calendar above for all upcoming classes!
I am so excited about this new website and eventually want to ween everyone from my old website to this new BEAUTIFUL one!!
I will be posting yoga information and any fun bits of joy from my day.
Enjoy this with me and follow along!
xoxoxo
-Karen