Namaste,

Happy New Year to all of you and your families!  We wish all of you many blessings and good health for 2009.  We are excited to bring new classes/workshops and new instructors to our sanctuary and to you. Through you, we have been building a wonderful community of celebration. Seaside Yoga has been blessed to remain open for our community and will continue spreading mind, body, spirit wellness and peace through the practice of yoga. We begin the new year with renewed enthusiasm and hope to see you all in class and welcoming our new instructors.

Today is the day to enjoy each moment fully - not brood about the past or obsess about the future.  Every moment is an opportunity presented to us to become more aware by slowing down our pace of life, loving ourselves and others, accepting that where we are in life is where we are meant to be, and knowing the difference between what we can change and what we cannot.  Love living in the NOW.  Together we continue the beautiful journey of life.

In Light and Love,

Laura McKinnon

Seaside Yoga Sanctuary

New Classes/Updates

**Gentle Yoga with Barbara will not be held, Tues.  Jan 6th.  Class resumes on Januarty 13th**

• Tai Chi  Wednesdays, 12:00-1:00pm with Jeff Barnard Jorgensen

TAI CHI SHORT FORMThis form can be learned easily, is a gentle, complete workout for every joint and muscle, and can be performed in a few minutes.

Derived from Wu style Tai Chi, this form was intended to be simple enough to learn in childhood and gentle enough to practice into very old age. It works with the breath, energetic meridian system, spinal cord and endocrine glands to reduce stress, reverse the effects of aging, build the immune system, and promote freedom of movement, balance and grace. The instructor will explain the impact of each move on the body and psyche.

• Qi Gong Fridays, 12:00-1:00pm with Jeff Barnard Jorgensen

QI GONG FOR HEALTH AND HAPPINESS

Qi gong, pronounced “Chee gong” means “energy skill”. Derived from shamanism, it is the mother art of acupuncture, acupressure, Chinese yoga, and many systems of martial arts, massage, meditation and self healing.

In this class, we will focus on low impact movement forms, postures, and energetic training to promote vibrant energy, health, physical youthfulness, joy, and creativity. Qi gong can be used both to meet health challenges, and build strengths.

Students with severe health challenges should let the instructor know, and let their primary healthcare provider know they are starting qi gong. We can customize training to meet individual needs. In some cases, students and physicians will find it useful to lower or discontinue medication levels. Qi gong is movement-challenge friendly; it can be adapted to serve anyone from quadriplegics to professional athletes.

Individual sessions to assist healing or personal growth, including qi gong body work and personal training, are available on request.

About Jeff

Jeff Tukum Barnard Jorgensen began studying internal martial arts in 1970. After a few years his interest in martial prowess waned, but he remained fascinated with the concept of internal energy and the links between mind, body and emotion. He learned acupressure and Chinese medicine, and began studying qi gong and internal yoga systems in 1980. He also began studying Native American Medicine and was adopted by a traditional American Indian healer. He also trained in western emergency medicine, which he still teaches. He is certified as a Master of Medical Qi Gong and is happy to answer questions or talk over individual interests; phone number is 831-655-3565, or e-mail barneyphil@hotmail.com. Thanks!

• Community Yoga  Mondays 12:00-12:45pm and Sundays  4:00-5:00pm with Bonnie Burns

Both classes by donation (suggested $10)

Click here for class info http://www.seasideyogasanctuary.com/classes.html#community

Click here for Bonnie’s bio http://www.seasideyogasanctuary.com/about.html#bonnie

• Yoga for EveryBODY Saturdays 11:00-12:00pm with Jeannie Walker Class by donation (suggested $10)

This class is appropriate for every BODY and people who have never done yoga. Emphasis will be on increasing range of motion and flexibility by connecting movement with the breath. Yoga postures while seated in chairs are also offered in this class. This class is appropriate for any physical condition.

New Series

• 4 Week Beginner Series  Tuesdays, 6:00-7:15pm (Jan. 6-27) with Laura McKinnon  Cost $50
• 6 Week Prenatal Yoga  Thursdays, 6:00-8:00pm (Jan. 8-Feb. 12) with Michelle Spencer  Cost $85

Upcoming Workshops/Events

Click on links for workshop and registration details

• Saturday & Sunday, Jan 10th and 11th  Afternoons with Kofi Busai

 1:00-4:30pm http://seasideyogasanctuary.com/blog/?page_id=118

• Saturday, January 17th  Seaside’s Community Dance Boogie

http://seasideyogasanctuary.com/blog/?page_id=122

• Saturday, Jan 24th 12:30-2:00pm Free Introductory Workshop

The Anat Baniel Method with Jacqueline Van Ness

http://seasideyogasanctuary.com/blog/?page_id=123