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Gentle Yoga for Arthritis

This is a specialized and   therapeutic yoga class where you will learn simple, gentle movements that gradually build strength, balance, and range of motion – the very elements that can truly benefit people dealing with arthritis. We will also practice various breathing and relaxation techniques to reduce stress that will also lessen the physical and emotional impact of arthritis.

Over 75 studies published in major medical journals have indicated that yoga holds both physical and psychological benefits for those who practice on a regular basis.  For people with arthritis specifically, the American College of Rheumatology states that yoga is a safe way to exercise that can help decrease pain and stiffness.  It is also beneficial for both rheumatoid arthritis and osteoporosis.

Beyond the benefits of improved levels of physical energy and endurance the regular practice of yoga improves mobility, flexibility and is also helpful with pain reduction as it works to keep the joints better lubricated. Other significant residual effects are reduced stress and a more upbeat outlook on life (depressive symptoms frequently accompany physical arthritis symptoms) that improve general well being and day to day functioning.

The physical class draws on the principles laid down by the work of BKS Iyengar, Moshe Feldenkrais and the teachings of Viniyoga (T.K.V. Desikachar) along with various other modalities.

Each of the movements taught will be modified as needed for each individual in the class. The philosophy is to start where you are, do what you are able, respect your body, keep practicing and you will see improvement over time.

Welcome to a path of healing and renewal!

Tuesdays, TBA

Venues:

Full Spectrum Wellness, Manchester NH

55 South Commercial St, Manchester NH

Wednesdays, TBA

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West Windham NH

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RSVP/questions: call Zsuzsa at 603-548-5511



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Windham Teachers Appreciaton – Free Yoga Class

Please, come join us for Friday, June 12th, for a special candlelit evening class for ALL WINDHAM TEACHERS, in appreciation of all your hard work and dedication to our children throughout the year.  Hopefully it will take away some of the stress coming with the end of year hectic schedule: exams to conduct, papers to grade, curriculum to finish, and leave you refreshed and renewed, giving you more energy for the remainder of the school year.

This class, designed specifically for you, incorporates a sequence of slowly flowing yoga postures to warm the body, some yin style poses for introspection and finally restorative poses to release tension from the body and the mind.

Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned practitioner, you’ll find this special class perfectly aligned with your needs: through an integrated sequence of calming and restorative yoga poses we’ll come to stretching and opening the body, releasing the tension and quieting/ relaxing the mind at the same time.

It is with the utmost appreciation for your hard work, that I personally invite you to come and enjoy this special yoga class just for you!

Please register ahead to reserve your space in this community event!

Your Teacher is Zsuzsa Kovach, RYT

To REGISTER email Zsuzsa directly, with the subject line: Registration, Windham Yoga Teachers’ Appreciation Class

moondanceyoga@yahoo.com, www.MoonDanceYoga.com, 603-548-5511

Namaste,

Your Teacher

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Zsuzsa

Venue and times:

Yoga Sanctuary, Windham NH

Friday, June 12  7:00 – 8:30 PM        FREE CLASS

To register, send an email to:

MoonDanceYoga@yahoo.com with “Windham Teachers’ Appreciation Class Registration” in the Subject line.


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Mother’s Day Special: Restorative and Partner Yoga Classes in Windham, NH

Mother’s Day Yoga Special at Yoga Sanctuary

Mother’s Day is approaching fast and if you’re still wondering what to treat Mom to this year, I have a wonderful idea for you.

Since Mom is always taking care of everyone in the family and especially these past few months have been really stressful in everyone’s lives, how about a session of yoga to rejuvenate, revitalize and restore body, mind and spirit.

In fact we’ll offer two sessions to choose from: a restorative session on Saturday evening and a partner session Sunday morning, for Mother/Daughter, or Mother/ Son bonding or perhaps it’s your wife, the Mother of your child/ren you want to celebrate and spend time with that will bring good health, vitality and a renewed relationship to both of you.

Whomever you will treat to the gift of yoga on as a Mother’s day present, this is a gift that will keep on giving with more health, wellness and happiness in all of your lives. It will not spoil, or die, need not be stored, except in her heart, the only storage that never runs out of space.

This class is by registration only, and since we have a limited number of spaces available, we suggest you register early.

We look forward to making this Mother’s Day super wonderful for the special Mom in your life!

Namaste,

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Your teacher, Zsuzsa                                                                                                                  

Venue and times:

Yoga Sanctuary, Windham NH

Restorative Yoga:                   Saturday 7:00 – 8:30 PM        $30

Partner Yoga with Mom:        Sunday   9:30 – 11:00 AM     $40 for two

To register, send an email to:

MoonDanceYoga@yahoo.com with “Mother’s Day Yoga Registration” in the Subject line, also, please specify “Partner Yoga” or “Restorative Yoga”.


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Shepherd’s Pantry Benefit – Windham NH

Come join us  for a Yoga Benefit:  an afternoon yoga class that will not only relieve the stress of the week and give you a fresh start for your weekend, it will also further a really good cause in these difficult economic times.

This class is for everyone: how long you practiced or what your level of participation is, is of no consequence.  Regardless, you’ll find a yoga class  packed with an intuitive assortment of yoga postures and sequences, that refreshes your body and quiets the chatter in your mind.  We’ll get grounded, focused, invigorated and renewed during the very same yoga class.

This class will  include a well  a yoga sequence that is well rounded, poses for strenght, stamina and restoration and relaxation.  We’ll also practice observances, include yogic breathing and round it out with introspection and meditation in this upcoming class.

And while your Saturday morning yoga class will invigorate, relax and pamper your body, mind and soul simultaneously, at the same time we’ll also act on our social conscience, practice right thought, right action, right living by doing a little bit of good in our own neighborhood, by helping those in need. You may want to think of it as taking your yoga with you off the mat, into each and every day of your life.

This yoga class is the first of community involvement series, with many more yoga classes and events to follow, please check the website frequently for new details.

I personally invite you to come, enjoy a well rounded yoga class and support those in need in our surrounding communities! All proceeds to benefit Shepherd’s Pantry.
Please register ahead to reserve your space in this community event!

Your Teacher is Zsuzsa Kovach, RYT

To REGISTER email Zsuzsa directly, with the subject line: Registration, Shepherd’s Pantry Yoga Benefit

moondanceyoga@yahoo.com, http://www.MoonDanceYoga.com, 603-548-5511

   Shepherd’s Pantry Benefit By Donation     

Venues:

Yoga Sanctuary,

25 Indian Rock Road, Suite 21 Windham NH

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Saturday, April 4 –  4:30 – 5:45 p.m.

Early Spring Session:  March 7 – April 25

RSVP/questions: call Zsuzsa at 603-548-5511                                                                                    or email MoonDanceYoga@yahoo.com

IN CASE OF REALLY HIGH RESPONSE THE VENUE WILL MOVE TO THE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH,      1 Church Road, Windham – just around the corner.


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Free Community Appreciation Class – Reading MA

Come join us for this Friday evening yoga class that will wash away the stress of the week and infuse your weekend with peace and joy, whether you are a beginner or a seasoned practitioner. You’ll find a refreshing mixture of yoga postures and  yoga sequences that invigorates and rejuvenates body and mind at the same time.

This All Levels Yoga class characterized by and introspective approach, observance and a non competitive environment. We will practice  proper yoga posture alignment and safe practices, as the hallmarks of this class.

Depending on the practitioners and other circumstances, such as mood and energy of the class, we might incorporate vinyasa flow yoga, deep exploration of certain yoga postures, based oon the Iyengar method, elements of chi gong, breathing and relaxation techniques, supported postures and meditation during the same session.

This is a relaxing and empowering yoga practice using a yoga posture/ asana sequence, that will invigorate, relax and pamper your body, mind and liberate your soul at the same time. I invite you to come and partake in this wonderful community event, get to know us and take a few steps on the wonderful journey of yoga with us!
Your Teacher is Zsuzsa Kovacs, RYT

For more information and to reach Zsuzsa directly you may contact:
moondanceyoga@yahoo.com,
http://www.MoonDanceYoga.com

Venues:

Yoga East Studio & Eastern Art Gallery,
12 Woburn St, Reading MA

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Saturday, March 7 –  9:30 – 10:45 a.m.

Early Spring Session:  March 7 – April 25

RSVP/questions: call Zsuzsa at 603-548-5511                                                                                    or email MoonDanceYoga@yahoo.com


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Free Introductory All Levels Yoga Class, Windham NH

Come join us February 28, Saturday morning  for a free introductory yoga class at Yoga Sanctuary in Windham, NH and start your weekend refreshed, renewed and full of energy.

This yoga class is designed to accomodate all levels of practitioners from the novice to the experienced.   In this yoga practice we will include a variety of yoga poses, yoga sequences, combining vinyasa flow yoga with hatha yoga principles and yogic breathing practices. Concluding the practice we’ll  practice restorative yoga poses, relaxation and meditation as well.

No matter what your current level of yoga practice, you will find new yoga poses, new approaches, emphasis and perhaps a new insight, that might take your existing yoga practice to a new level.  We’ll work on a variety objectives: developing improved strength, balance, mind/body awareness and vitality, as well as insight, which are hallmarks of a balanced and sustained yoga practice. This is a relaxing and empowering yoga practice that will serve as a solid start for the weekend, for new and seasoned practitioners alike.

I invite you to come and explore a this new yoga venue with us, taking new steps on the wonderful journey of yoga!

Venues:

Yoga Sanctuary, Windham NH

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Saturday, February 28 –  9:30 – 10:45 a.m.

FREE INTRODUCTORY CLASS – session announcement coming!

RSVP/questions: call Zsuzsa at 603-548-5511                                                                                    or email MoonDanceYoga@yahoo.com


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Hatha Yoga 101 – Merrimack Valley, MA

Come join this basic yoga class designed for new practitioners to introduce the concepts and basics of yoga practice, where we’ll cover basic yoga poses, yoga sequences and breathing practices. We’ll introduce restorative yoga poses, relaxation and meditation as a part of this yoga class.

You will obtain a gradual review of new yoga postures and safe practices, proper alignment from the Iyengar tradition. During yoga class we use an introspective approach, observance and attitude of acceptance, based on Kripalu yoga teachings.

This introductory session of yoga classes provides an introduction to basic breathing practices, relaxation and meditation for a well rounded yoga practice. You’ll also develop improved strength, balance, mind/body awareness and vitality, which are hallmarks of a balanced and sustained yoga practice.

This is a relaxing and empowering  yoga practice that will serve as a solid foundation, that new yoga practitioners will be able to build on for years to come.  I invite you to come and join your first steps on the wonderful journey of yoga with us!

Venues:

YogaEast, Reading MA

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Tuesdays 6:00-7:15 p.m.

$20/class – session price available

RSVP/questions: call Zsuzsa at 603-548-5511                                                                                    or email MoonDanceYoga@yahoo.com


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Prenatal Yoga – Massachusetts Classes

Prenatal Yoga

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Designed for the unique needs and challenges of pregnancy and employing appropriate yoga sequences and yoga postures to prepare for the birthing experience as well as the postpartum period.

Instruction in term appropriate yoga asanas/ postures based on Iyengar yoga’s alignment principles is offered.  We’ll also learn different breathing, relaxation and meditation techniques to develop improved strength, balance, mind/body awareness and overcome common issues affecting pregnant women.

This prenatal yoga class is a relaxing and empowering practice modified for the needs of pregnancy integrating deep restorative poses to relax, pamper and soothe.  Come share and enjoy the company of other expectant moms during this miraculous time of life.

You may join at anytime during your pregnancy, your yoga teacher will safely guide you through an appropriate set of modified yoga poses and sequences in alignment with your unique situation and term.  You’ll find yourself refreshed, renewed in body and mind at the completion of each class that in turn will positively effect your health, your mood and energy each and every day.

Venues:

YogaEast, Reading MA

Tuesdays 6:00-7:15 p.m.

$20/class – session price available

RSVP/questions: call Zsuzsa at 603-548-5511 or email moondanceyoga@yahoo.com