All classes will focus on Asanas (the physical postures), Pranayama (breathing techniques), Meditation, and end with deep relaxation and therapuetic restorative Yoga postures.

Cara Bessko R.Y.T. is a certified Hatha Yoga teacher, trained to teach children and adults. She started her training in Pittsburgh, PA with Yoga H'OM owner and instructor Donna Dyer, and furthers her Yoga education when and wherever she can! Yoga brought an intensely positive shift into her life from the moment she took her first class. Cara enjoys seeing her students walk out of class feeling and looking better than when they walked in. Remembering that Yoga makes us all better human beings first and foremost, Cara encourages students to take their practice off the mat and into real life in any way big or small. Her class is always meant to be attainable for any student on any level of their practice. Fun is essential with a focus on stress management, learning how to breathe deep, and LETTING IT GO!

WEDNESDAY MORNING MEDITATION
8:30 AM – 9:15 AM Every Wednesday
Join us for a morning Meditation and Contemplation
Cost: $5:00 per class

“Meditation is acceptance. It is the acceptance of life within us, without us and all around us. Acceptance of life is the beginning of human satisfaction. Transformation of Life is the culmination of divine satisfaction.” ~ Sri Chinmoy

Meditation is an opportunity to calm the mind, let go of all outside distractions while centering oneself with the Divine Presence within. We will participate in and learn different forms of meditation. Each meditation will consist of two parts:

• Part I - Intro and non-guided meditation 15-20 minutes
  
• Part II - Guided meditation 20-25 minutes
  

Everyone connects differently to meditation. Some like to be guided and others prefer to just be on their own. Both will be provided so that everyone gets what they need.

Any questions, please call Reverend George Harris: 884-9537

Rev. George Harris is the Minister of Namaste Center of Spiritual Oneness in Bayfield, which acknowledges the Oneness and unconditional Love that we all are. He is also the owner of the Family Living System; a system teaching participants tools and techniques to BE whom they need to BE to have the life and relationships they desire and deserve.

THURSDAY EVENING KUNDALINI YOGA
6:00 PM – 7:15 PM Every Thursday

What is Kundalini Yoga?
Cost: $5:00 per class

Kundalini Yoga is a science which works on the seven chakras, the arcline and the aura (the Eighth Chakra). It works directly on the total energy, and that flow of energy has one simple way: either you sway it or it sways you. Either you are above the energy and ride it, or you go below the energy and it rides you. That is where Kundalini Yoga fits in: you will learn to ride your energy, to experience it and penetrate any given situation to attain a balance.

What is kundalini actually? It is your creative potential. You experience it when the energy of the glandular system combines with the energy of the nervous system to create a sensitivity that the totality of the brain receives signals and integrates them. Them you become totally and wholly aware, and your creative potential becomes available to you.

The power of Kundalini Yoga lies in the actual experience. It goes right into your heart and extends your consciousness so you may have a wider horizon of grace and of knowing the truth. Ultimately, you come to understand your existence in relationship to the universe and understand you already are, and this brings to you the practical experience of Infinity. You can then radiate creativity and Infinity in all aspects of your daily life. - Yogi Bhajan

The Kundalini Yoga Class

A Kundalini yoga class is generally structured with a beginning chant to tune in, then a kriya (a set of breathing and moving exercises designed to open/cleanse/integrate primary systems within the body, i.e. cleansing the kidneys,
stimulating one or more glands, bringing energy to the spine, stimulating digestion, etc.), a deep relaxation, meditation (6 to 31 minutes, which includes breath, visualization, and mudras), and a final closing chant.

In general, much of the class is done with your eyes closed. Because the Kriyas, and some instances the Meditations, have been perfected centuries ago, they are set and are not modified when taught. My own personal experience has been that these yoga sets appropriately challenge both advanced as well as beginning yoga students. The yoga set will meet you with whatever ability you come to the class.

Kundalini Yoga is self-initiating. I as a Kundalini Yoga teacher will primarily hold the space in the class to support you in opening to your own experience. As a Kundalini Yoga teacher I will suggest ways to help with body alignment, breath quality, rhythm of movement, etc., to support you with connecting with on a personal, individual level. Your level of sincerity and intention for self-healing is the major factor in the quality of the experience you will receive in this class.

Blessings, Light and Joy
Ricardo Moreno - spiritual name Sujog Singh

You may call me by either name, I like them both. I have been practicing Kundalini Yoga for 9 years, teaching Kundalini Yoga as taught by Yogi Bhajan for 2 years, and I am a certified Kundalini Yoga Teacher through the Kundalini Research Institute (KRI).

Earth Medicine 2010
A Year of Earth-Healing Ceremonies in Southwest Colorado

Our ceremonial, shamanic-based group spent 2009 encircling the city of Durango with the intent of strengthening our ties to the spirit of Durango and to help the area and its inhabitants meet the challenges and maintain the beauty and vitality that make this area so special. The year of ceremony was well received by the land and the spirit of Durango; and a continual source of spiritual strength, blessing and joy for the participants. After spending the year encircling the city of Durango offering ceremonies and building earth shrines/altars of healing and repair for the community and the spirit of Durango, we will shift our work this year to different areas in southwestern Colorado. This year’s ceremonial group will offer ceremonies of healing, connection and well-being to three distinct areas surrounding the Durango area.

Jeff McElwain is a shamanic practitioner and student of indigenous and earth-honoring ways. His intent is to continue growing these offerings to include wilderness/vision quests, work with ancestors and ongoing Earth Medicine trainings.

Contact (970) 799-1726 or

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Teresa Arney
Spiritual Teacher & Healer, Shamanic Practitioner, Reiki Master

Available by appointment.
Call 970-884-4718 (Pathways) to schedule.

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