Yoga Garden of San Francisco

The Zen of Air Travel: SFO Opens Yoga Room

David Nelson — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 18:10:03 +0000

The Zen of Air Travel: San Francisco Airport Opens Yoga Room
Flight delayed for another three hours? Just breathe deeply.

By AYLIN ZAFAR | January 27, 2012 |

The San Francisco International Airport continues its quest to make itself its own destination. The airport has just opened a yoga room for harried travelers seeking a moment of peace following airport security.

In Terminal 2, serving Virgin America and American Airlines passengers, SFO’s “Zen Room” is reportedly the first of its kind. The space features dimmed lights meant to soothe weary spirits, a glass wall and door to act as a sound barrier from the busy noises of the terminal, and felt-covered rocks to add to the Zen garden atmosphere. The room will have plenty of yoga mats for travelers to use, and will be open from 4:30 a.m. to 12:30 a.m. each day.

Melissa Mizell, design director for Gensler, the architecture firm behind Terminal 2, said in a statement that the room “gives modern travelers a space that fosters and supports quiet and reflection,” MSNBC reports.

While the thought of a yoga room may seem excessive, it’s not surprising considering SFO’s other lavish features. Here are a few others:

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Yoga 101

David Nelson — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 18:07:31 +0000

Yoga 101: Intro to Yoga is safe, accessible and fun.

We’ve introduced thousands of people to yoga since 1998. Our way of teaching is systematic, safe, and easy to follow. Our highly-trained teachers are skilled in explaining and demonstrating what to do and why.

Yoga instruction at Yoga Garden SF is practical, experiential, and professional. You will receive the benefits of health and well-being immediately in a non-competitive, supportive learning environment.

The best way to begin is to join our Introductory series. Each month we offer a free introductory workshop where you can experience the practice and benefits of yoga first hand. We will then tell you about our introductory program, Yoga 101, where you can acquire the foundations of a life-long yoga practice.

Cost: $50

Purchase and register here!

Postnatal Partner Yoga

jessie — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 18:05:38 +0000

Amidst changing diapers, long nights with little sleep and keeping up with the constant changes of your new baby, communication with your partner during the first year doesn’t come easy. However, much joy and wonder arrives with this new life, making time to connect and convey the meaning of the love and care you give can be a challenge. In celebration of Valentine’s Day, this workshop offers new parents the opportunity to reconnect with partner yoga postures and simple communication tools in a fun and relaxing way to deepen their bond and the love that brought new life into this world.

The price for this workshop is $40 per couple.

Class is limited to 10 couples and their babies.

Sunday, February 12, 2012 4:00PM- 6:00PM

Strong Foundations: Yoga for Fit Beginners and Beyond

jessie — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 18:03:02 +0000

In this two hour workshop, students will learn the foundations of a flowing vinyasa practice, with emphasis placed on building strength and heat in the body with longer holds and proper alignment. We will learn how to build a yoga practice suitable for beginner, intermediate, and advanced students by exploring poses that are both accessible and challenging. For anyone who thinks that a “challenging” yoga class means putting your foot behind your head or balancing on one hand – come and learn how to use the basic building blocks of the practice: lunges, abdominal work, and long, juicy holds, to create a sweaty, rewarding practice that will leave you energized, centered, and grounded.

Additionally, cues will be given for those who might be tight from other forms of exercise – running, biking, skiing, etc., and one of the themes of the class will be how yoga can complement and even improve performance in other athletic endeavors.
This will be a well-rounded class that is perfect for any skeptics out there who still think yoga is just about stretching. Great music, a fun flow, and a strong practice will be the perfect winter pick-me-up!

Cost of this class is $25. with early bird discount rate of $20.

Saturday, February 25, 2012 2:00PM-4:00PM

Flowing in Alignment

admin — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 18:01:15 +0000

Join us for a playful afternoon of cultivating and refining your approach to Vinyasa and Hatha Flow yoga.Discover how to flow with sensitivity so as not to lose alignment in transitions. Learn how to move safely with precision and strength to avoid unneccessary injuries. In this workshop we will take the time to explore alignment in each pose and go deeper with longer holds. We will cover the standing poses of a basic sun salutation, as well as some deeply beneficial shoulder openers, hip openers, playful arm balances, and conclude with an appropriate cool down. Spending this time to go deeper and increase your sensitivity will provide new insights and breakthroughs in your practice.

Cost: $25 ($20 before Feb. 19)

The Gentle and Natural Detox

jessie — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 18:00:11 +0000

Don’t be put off by the word “detox”. Though there are a ton of detoxes and cleanses out there ranging anywhere from juicing, herbing, fasting, depriving yourself, and eating really gross stuff that’s supposed to be ‘healthy’, this cleanse is not about depriving yourself, forcing broccoli down your throat, or being hungry. It’s about rebooting your system and taking a break from all our bad eating habits that tax the body. I’ll introduce you to a delicious world of nutrient dense food that is simple to make and easy to digest- food that you will enjoy and love, that will help you get out of that rut and feel more energetic, healthy, and clean! What you’ll get: *Nearly 50 recipes *Group/Community Support and in-person meetings at a beautiful Yoga Studio *Constant Check-ins *In-depth information to help guide you through the entire process *Final dinner party to reward and celebrate your efforts with new friends Changes you can expect to see: *More energy *Weight Loss *Cessation of digestive ailments and cravings *Clearer skin and eyes *Break from addictive habits *Lightness of Being

3 In-Person meetings, 3 Saturdays at Yoga Garden SF 3/17, 3/24, 3/31 at 2-3:30pm Final Dinner Party: Friday, 4/6 at 7pm

For more information visit pranawellness.org And contact Susan Whang at susan@pranawellness.org.

Keep Up Your New Year’s Resolution!

Sonya Genel — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 19:12:07 +0000

2012 is here! Make this your year for transformation and change in best way! Setting the intention of regular yoga practice is easy, committing to it consistently over time can be tricky. Here at Yoga Garden SF we are on your side! Commit to your practice, your health and wellness for 3 months by taking 2 classes a week and be registered in a drawing to Win a FREE massage! 10 winners will be selected.

Sign up for a Monthly Membership and come take a class EVERY day for only $135/month! Or please contact us to find the best pass or membership that will help you to commit to your practice for the next 3 months.

New Vinyasa classes with Roy Gan

Sonya Genel — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 19:11:34 +0000

We are pleased to announce the addition of 2 new classes to our schedule: Vinyasa 1-2 with Roy Gan on Thursdays and Saturdays at 6:30pm! Since graduating from the Yoga Garden 200-hour Advanced Studies program, Roy quickly became one of our most popular substitute teachers. And now, by popular demand, Roy is on the schedule as regular YGSF teacher! Sign up for a class with Roy here.

A classically trained dancer from Singapore, with over a decade of experience in dance, teaching and choreography, a non-practicing lawyer and a graduate of Yoga Garden SF 200-hour Advanced Studies program, Roy’s approach is about embracing and fully engaging in the human experience in all of its physical, emotional, mental and spiritual aspects. Through mindful practice, he supports people in meeting themselves unconditionally and provides a safe and non-judgmental space and openness for them to discover their true inherent greatness. His physical style of teaching places a strong emphasis on alignment, breath, with a creative and challenging sequencing drawn from his experience in dance and choreography. His approach is imbued with openness, vulnerability, humor and honesty. In Roy’s understanding, movement and active poses are not specific to any one particular form or body. The invitation is to be fully expressed in one’s own unique physicality and constitution. Self-expression knows no bounds, limitation, question or distinction. http://www.roygan.com

Work-Exchangers Wanted!

Sonya Genel — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 19:09:21 +0000

The Yoga Garden work-exchange program is for sincere yoga students who want to be more involved in the Yoga Garden community. We are currently looking for somebody to work at the Front Desk in exchange for a Yoga Pass!

Click Here to Apply Now!

Please remember to be eligible for the Yoga Garden work-study exchange program you must:

Have attended Yoga Garden classes for at least one month
Commit to the position for at least six months
Be dependable and punctual
Be a “people person” and possess exceptional customer service skills (in person, on the telephone and in email)
Exhibit strong administrative skills (organization, efficiency, communication and excellent computer literacy)
Regularly attend Yoga Garden yoga classes, work-study exchange meetings and other community events

Beginning with Heart

jessie — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 18:08:48 +0000

Yoga is a process of deepening into your Authentic Self. The more we practice, the more we understand how to align our minds and bodies to the truth inside our hearts. This workshop is designed to introduce you to the Universal Principles of Alignment™ in your own body so you can heal and strengthen yourself. With deeper understanding, you can rise to the full expression of your heart and soar into the the New Year! Come to be supported, and come ready to challenge your limits.

Workshop fee is $30, Early Bird Discount is $20. Member Discount applies!