Yoga Workshops & Events

        The Dance of Shiva & Shakti

Saturday, July 19th from 2-5:30pm
Arrive early space is limited
Optional veggie potluck to follow
                                                                                                                                                   
 Join Maral & Manel for a Community Practice
We are asking a $10 suggested donation. Whatever you give or don’t give monetarily
does not matter, your presence is what will be cherished!
Come experience a journey in the dance of Shiva and Shakti.
The idea behind this gathering is to bring the community together and celebrate life, feel the
auspicious power of a big group practice, and emanate that collective energy outwards.
The philosophy and mythology of Shiva and Shakti will be interweaved into the entire practice
so we learn how to practically apply this wisdom into the practice itself, our day-to-day lives,
and understand our embodiment of Shiva and Shakti!
~30 min. pranayama (breath work), 2 hours of asana (posture) ,
finishing meditation and chanting!

~OPTIONAL POTLUCK! Bring vegetarian food to share! Anyone is welcome to the potluck!
*Requirements: Knowledgeable foundational practice.    Call Manel for more info 858-539-5756                 

Restorative Breathing Workshop Series:
Gentle practices to restore vitality
to the mind and body

Wednesdays, 7-9 pm, May 14-June 4

“Calm your mind…relax your body…discover your inner wisdom”

Learn how to guide your breathing to a balanced state that supports optimal functioning of your mind and body. Many thoughts, emotions, and physical holding patterns can interfere with the body’s natural breathing process. Chronically restricted, shallow breathing can cause a range of emotional and physical difficulties over time (e.g., anxiety, headaches, muscle tension, poor digestion, fatigue). With properly balanced breathing, the body can function effectively and the mind can become more clear, alert, and calm. This course will help you develop both mental and physical practices to restore natural, optimal breathing.

Sessions will include meditative inquiries, gentle movement and stretching, discussion of anatomy and physiology, exploration of the mind-body connection, and application of practices to everyday life. Each session can stand alone, but attendance of all 4 sessions will provide a more complete understanding of the practices.

Cost: $30/session or $100 for all 4 sessions
Registration: Class size is limited; register online to reserve a space, www.fourseasonsyoga.com
Location: Four Seasons Yoga Studio, 7770 Regents Road (UTC area)
Preparation: No experience necessary. Wear comfortable clothes. Bring a yoga mat if you have one.
For More Info: (858)453-2505, email: drnataliemasson@yahoo.com

Natalie Masson, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist who is fascinated with the connections between the mind and body. She has developed an approach for using breathing practices to facilitate mental and physical well-being, drawing from mindfulness meditation philosophy, cognitive-behavioral psychology, and various yoga practices. She has a private psychology practice in La Jolla, in which she blends Eastern and Western approaches to guide people toward natural healing and optimal living. www.drnataliemasson.com