May 22 - 25, 2009 with Ganga White and Tracey Rich
Our annual beginning of Summer retreat. Come yoga with us! Fabulous gourmet vegetarian meals, great people, and creative, moving meditation classes in the timeless fullness that is yoga. The wildflowers are abundant, the waterfalls rushing and the swimming holes luscious. Massage, pranayama, yoga philosophy, and practical tools to make yoga a part of your daily life . Why not start your Summer on a high note? All levels welcome. This program fills quickly and well in advance. Limited space available.
For more info: www.whitelotus.org/yoga-retreats.html

June Teacher Training and Certification

June 13 - 28, 2009 with Ganga White and Tracey Rich
Training time is here again and we are quickly moving towards a full house. Join with incredible people from around the globe in a powerful living and learning experience. The training is also offered in August and October.
For more info: www.whitelotus.org/yoga-teacher-training.html

Spring: A Good Time to Detox

Let your lungs get a breath of fresh air.
Getting outdoors in a beautiful natural environment will go a long way to clearing out your lungs, and help your heart and your mind in the process. A walk in the woods refocuses your eyes ability to take in subtleties; it clears out the cobwebs of your mind creating space for inspiration. It is interesting that the word to breathe is also the word, inspiration; the act of drawing in, especially drawing air into the lungs. While on your walk find a place to settle in and try the following breath sequence. We hope you enjoy your Spring cleaning.

3-6 Rounds of Siva Pranayama or Kumbhaka

Simply inhale using a natural or ujjayi breath until your lungs are comfortably full.
Hold your breath in as long as you feel at ease.
Then exhale until your lungs are empty, feeling your abdominal muscles contract Repeat for several rounds.

These pranayamas are not only cleansing and strengthening but calming and meditative, as well.

3-6 rounds of Alternate Nostril Breathing (Analoma Viloma)

Using your right hand, slide your little finger under your ring finger and align the tips of those fingers, making them level. Fold your middle two fingers into your palm.
Pressing the thumb of your right hand into the curve of your right nostril, lightly push inward and up toward the bone of the nose.
Inhale through your left nostril using a natural breath or ujjayi breath until your lungs are comfortably full.
Close off the left nostril with the combined digits of your pinkie and ring finger,
while still keeping the right nostril closed with your thumb.
Hold your breath in as long as you feel comfortable, clear and present.
Exhale through the right nostril until your lungs are empty.
Now inhale through the right nostril until your lungs are comfortably full and hold both nostrils closed.
Hold your breath in no longer than you are at ease.
Exhale out of the left side of your nose, emptying the lungs completely.
This completes one round of alternate nostril breathing.
Now, repeat the entire round several times.

Analoma Viloma is a pranayama that has centering and balancing qualities.

April 3- 5, 2009 with Phoebe Diftler
Listen to that still small voice that's begging for a whole weekend filled with yoga and massage!
Call for available space. 805-964-1944

www.whitelotus.org/yoga-retreat-thai-massage.html