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This Issue: Memorial Day Weekend Retreat Yoga Championships, 5 Reasons by Ganga White White Lotus Yoga and Thai Massage Weekend Training |
May 25 - 28, 2012
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 year's program is nearing capacity with limited space still available. Please give us a call soon if you are interested in joining us. 805-964-1944
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by Ganga White
I was recently interviewed about it on a PBS radio show with many callers expressing opinions. It is commonly the case that many yogis are upset and voice that the “purity” of Yoga is being compromised by competition—which they assert should never be part of Yoga. Or they assert that competition isn’t spiritual, isn’t in accord with the eight limbs, or that it strengthens ego. Whether or not the eight limbs is the definition of Yoga, or if competition, or ego, can or should be eliminated from the fabric of life could easily be debated. But instead of going there, I’m taking a different tact. Is a Yoga competition really serving our best interests and can proficiency in Yoga practice be measured by judges? It can be argued that national and international competitions will bring greater authenticity, relevance and acceptance to asana practice, but is this the right way to get it? Does Yoga even need it? Here are five reasons championships are probably not the right path:
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White Lotus Yoga and Thai Massage Weekend Training
with Phoebe Diftler
Join White Lotus and the artful Phoebe Diftler for a nurturing and transformational weekend nestled in our glorious mountain retreat. Rock your mind into that gentle lull of pampered perfection as you have your body rolled into luxurious shapes of yogic bliss. Learn to give or simply enjoy receiving Thai Massage, the beautiful and complementary sister art of Yoga. During this weekend you will also either begin or deepen your practice of Yoga with asana, pranayama and meditation classes daily. Legendary vegetarian meals and free time to hike, swim in natural rock pools, read or just soak in the hot tub will complement this time of learning, healing and rejuvenation.
This weekend training is open to everyone. It is a great additional modality for Yoga teachers and massage therapists or for anyone interested in well being, healing and bodywork. All participants successfully completing the course will receive a certificate of completion.
Phoebe's gentle power leads you through a journey that nurtures, heals and transforms, setting new highs for creating sacred space. --Tracey & Ganga
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