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Weekend Warrior: January 21-23

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Posted 20 Jan 2011 — by WelcomeOmDC
Category Weekend Warrior, Yoga

…And we’re back! Sorry about the, um, Holiday hiatus folks.

Its (been) a New Year (for a while now) and it’s (about) time for weekend warrior!

Friday, January 21
7:00 – 8:30 p.m. India Night Benefit (Tranquil Space, Dupont Studio,1632 17th Street, NW). Don a sari, sip specialty chai tea, and join Tranquil Space for a celebration of all things India. TS yogis have recently returned from a 10-day adventure in Rishikesh and are excited to share tales of the trip. This special evening will include photos and videos of their journey, henna painting, yummy Indian cuisine, a trunk show featuring Indian-made malas, clothing, and accessories, and more. Investment: $10 suggested donation. All sales go to charity.

9:45 – 11:55 p.m. Midnight Prana Flow (Flow Yoga Center, 1450 P Street, NW). The first of two liberating and soulful workshops combining vinyasayoga, live drumming, and spoken word with Shawn Parell and special guest poet and percussionist John de Kadt. Bring your body, your breath, and your spirit, and invite this practice in to deepen and awaken your connection to the source within and inspire your daily living. Investment: $25, or attend *Saturday’s workshop too and get the two for $55.

Saturday, January 22
10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Breaking it Down: Explore/Re-explore Yoga Basics (Yoga District, 1910 14th Street, NW Unit 1). Ease into your yoga practice in 2011 with a workshop that breaks down yoga poses, meditation, and yogic philosophy. Led by teachers Jasmine C. & Aqeel. Investment: $20 w/ proceeds benefit Yoga Activist.

10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. The Pursuit of Happy Hips: Theory and Vinyasa (The Studio DC, 1710 Connecticut Avenue, NW). Join visiting yoga teacher Eoin Finn for this workshop that will explore pelvic anatomy and the psychology of the hips. You’ll find out what rules we need to follow to help keep the yoga practice safe and beneficial to your physiology, while also learning how many rules actually restrict you. Then participate in Eoin’s flowing series of poses that will leave you feeling blissful and ecstatic. Investment: $40,

3:30 – 5:30 p.m. Extended Ecstasy Hour (Flow Yoga Center, 1450 P Street, NW). Move towards the embodied essence of yoga and awaken the heart in this week’s special extended Yoga Ecstasy Exploratorium. In this expansive yet grounded vinyasa flow workshop with poetry and drumming, you’ll journey deep into the pulse of the drum, the rhythm of the body and the creative juice that flows from accessing prana. No experience necessary. Drums will be provided! Investment: $40 or $55 for *both workshops (see above).

Sunday, January 23
DC Yoga Challenge Launch12:00 p.m. Yoga Book Club (sponsored by Yoga Outdoors, meet at Kogod Courtyard of The Smithsonian American Art Museum, 8th & F Streets, NW). Yoga Outdoors members will be discussing Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras, Pada (chapter) 1, at this informal gathering. A great way to meet some other yogis, learn more about Yoga Outdoors, and get your weekly philosophy discussion in. More information is available on their Meet-up page. Investment: FREE!!

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4:30 – 5:30 p.m. NEW Pre-Natal Yoga Class (STROGA, 1808 Adams Mill Road, NW). Mama’s-to-be: join Jamie Boese (hey , that’s me!) for pre-natal yoga as part of STROGA’s new, expanded schedule of class offerings. Through asana, pranayama, and toning work, you’ll connect with your little babe to be and strengthen your changing body while working toward the adventure of labor and delivery! Investment: $15 for walk-ins.

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Weekend Warrior: December 3-5

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Posted 03 Dec 2010 — by WelcomeOmDC
Category Weekend Warrior, Yoga

Brrrr… its cold out there, time to do some yoga in the atmosphere (and warm things up warriors)!


Friday, December 3
Cuddle up for warmth, celebrate the third night of Hanukkah, or hit the Midnight Flow Class with Rob Hess (Flow Yoga Center, 1450 P Street, NW). This invigorating practice will get you ready for the weekend. Class is from 9:45 – 11:55 p.m. Investment: $16.50

Saturday, December 4
1:30 – 3:30 p.m. Yin Yoga: A Donation Workshop with Megan Davis (Yoga Chai, 1744 Columbia Road, NW, 2nd Floor). Yin yoga provides the perfect balance to your active (yang) yoga practice. Yin utilizes long-held floor poses, meditation and breath work to target the connective tissues of the body—the ligaments, tendons and cartilage. Working on these connective tissues can help to increase flexibility and decrease stagnant energy in the body. This deep practice is gentle, yet intense, helping students not only to open the body, but also to cultivate the ability to observe the body and the mind and stay with sensation. Sounds like a perfect way to welcome the stressful Holiday season! Investment: Recommended donation $20, proceeds will go towards Megan’s project to develop an adaptive yoga manual and teacher training for Anahata Grace teachers on the ground in Rwanda.

2:30 – 3:45 p.m. Budukon Master Class with Founder Cameron Shayne (Vida Fitness Verizon Center, 601 F Street, NW). As if meeting Cameron Shayne isn’t enough of a draw for you to participate in this amazing opportunity, you can also be inspired by our post about local Budukon teacher Mimi Rieger and take her word for it! Investment: Free for members, $25 for nonmembers

3:15 – 7:15 p.m. (Training takes place Saturday AND Sunday) Yoga Activist Training (Yoga District14th Street Studio, 1910 14th Street, NW). Learn how to share yoga and other helpful mindfulness practices with communities in need! Join YogaActivist.org founder and experienced yoga outreach teacher Jasmine Chehrazi along with social worker Kate Baasch of Miriam’s Kitchen for this training. You do not need to be a yoga teacher to benefit; enthusiastic yogis can pair up with a certified teacher to serve as understudies in homeless shelters, soup kitchens, and other facilities serving these communities.  More Information available on their website. Investment: Donation-based registration spots are left!

Sunday, December 5
2:00 – 4:30 p.m. Couples Yoga Workshop for Labor and Delivery (Capitol Hill Yoga, 641 Pennsylvania Avenue, SE). This workshop is an opportunity for pregnant women and their partners or doulas to practice yoga poses and breathing techniques that many women have found helpful during labor and delivery. In addition, partners will learn how to guide mothers in their relaxation between contractions, as well as some massage and acupressure techniques. Recommended for women in the third trimester of pregnancy. Investment: $80 per couple

And if the cold isn’t enough of an inspiration to practice this weekend, maybe the potential life-saving skills it teaches you are.

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Halloween Weekend Warrior: October 29-31

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Posted 29 Oct 2010 — by WelcomeOmDC
Category Community, Deals and Discounts, Events and Workshops, Weekend Warrior, Yoga

Whether you like your Halloween to be fun, funny, or spooky, there are tons of options for enjoying this festive holiday. So put on your favorite yoga “costume,” lace up your scary running shoes, or hop on your witch-mobile (aka bike) and enjoy the weekend!

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Friday, October 29
7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Thriller on H Street. (Joy of Motion, 1333 H St., NE ). This will be a combo dance workshop to learn the iconic choreography from Michael Jackson’s Thriller followed by the Thriller on H Street Party. Investment: $25 in advance/$30 at the door

7:30 – 9:00 p.m. A Very Scary Friday Night Yoga (Costume) Party (MINT Club Spa Retreat, 1724 California Street, NW). Join Meredith McCullough and Naomi Gottlieb-Millerto kick-off Halloween weekend with a full-spectrum class dedicated to celebrating your true self. Wipe the dust off the mirror to your heart and unleash that angel, devil, fuzzy monster, or super star lurking beneath the surface. Get creative…yoga-capable costumes not required (but recommended!). Investment: $10 members, $20 guests

8:00 – 10:30 p.m. Halloween Party to Support One Common Unity (Flow Yoga Center,1450 P St., NW ). Join Live Green, Java Green, Flow Yoga Center, and the One Common Unity communities for an evening of dancing and festivities. The evening will include DJ Jeffrey Platts, Vanessa King and the DC Acro Yogis, plus Afro Brazilian Dance and Belly Dance Lessons. This evening is a fundraiser for One Common Unity, a local DC non profit dedicated to bringing peace education and conflict resolution curriculum into the DC Schools. Light treats will be available and Thai Massage therapists will be on hand to sooth any aches (for small donation!). Come in costume and be ready to shake your chakras. Investment: $15

Saturday, October 30
9:00 – 10:00 a.m. Yoga for Truthiness in the Classrooms(lululemon athletica logan circle, 1461 P St., NW). In the spirit of (and as a kick off!) for the Jon Stewart and Stephen Colbert Rallies, Debra Mishalove and Vanessa King will lead a donation-based yoga class. Proceeds from the yoga class will directly support classrooms and students across America including local schools in Washington D.C. Investment: Suggested donation $15, make checks out to DonorsChoose.org

Then, take a long walk or quick bike ride down to the Mall for the Rally to Restore Sanity. We heard that the port-o-potties have been delivered!

Sunday, October 31
8:00 a.m. Marine Corps Marathon Pep Rally Cheer Station (lululemon athletica georgetown, 3265 M St., NW). lululemon athletica Georgetown is putting on the ultimate Pep Rally Cheer Station for the Marine Corps Marathon on Sunday, October 31st at 8am. Come join the huge street party and cheer on the runners at mile 8 on M Street. It is an old school pep rally theme with the Georgetown marching band, DJ Jeff, crepes by Crepe Amor, gourmet coffee, pom poms and other tricks and treats. Mimosas and Bloody Marys will also be available to keep the crowd fueled to cheer on those marathoners! Investment: FREE, just bring your good cheer!

4:00 p.m. Family Halloween Yoga (lil omm, 4830 V St., NW). No tricks, but lots of treats! Bring children ages 3+ and come down from the sugar high and reconnect through yoga. Halloween-themed poses, music, and much-needed relaxation will be provided. Investment: FREE

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Weekend Warrior: October 22-24

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Posted 21 Oct 2010 — by WelcomeOmDC
Category Community, Events and Workshops, Nontraditional Workouts, Outdoor Activities, Weekend Warrior, Yoga

Sorry we dropped the weekend warrior ball last week friends, but we’re back! Enjoy our weekend warrior picks, or share your own in the comments.

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Friday, October 22
6:00 – 11:00 p.m. Retro Bike Show, Badminton, and Beatles Rock Band (Loree Grand Field, 2nd & L Streets, NE). ReadySetDC is bringing the badminton, Dandies & Quaintrelles is bringing the bikes and everyone will have a chance to bring their best during a big screen Beatles Rock Band Competition. Come show off your retro bikes, wear your tweed and have a good time before the November Tweed Ride. Investment: Free

Saturday, October 23
7:30 a.m. and all day – Eunice Kennedy Shriver Challenge(National Mall). This multi-event day will feature a 20-mile cycling ride led by Mayor Fenty, starting at the Washington Monument, proceeding up Constitution Avenue, past the Capitol and through the city. The day’s activities also include tandem events, a Corporate Relay, a Youth Fun Run, and the Carl Lewis Challenge, 5K run and 3K walk, led by the Olympic gold-medalist himself. All proceeds benefit Best Buddies International and the Special Olympics. Investment: $50 registration ffee and minimum $100 fundraising commitment, see website for more details.

2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Karma Yoga Class (Yoga District, 1910 14th Street, NW, Unit 1). The yoga teachers who lead classes at Harriet Tubman Women Shelter each week will lead participants through an all-levels yoga class to strengthen and stretch, sweat and relax. Class proceeds will support the ongoing yoga program at the shelter and will provide for hygiene supplies for shelter residents. Investment: Donation-based

Studio Preview: Studio DC (Dupont Circle)4:00 – 6:00 p.m. Yoga Basics Workshop (Centered Yoga, 4418 MacArthur Blvd., NW). This workshop is designed for participants with little or no previous yoga experience. In this informal and explorative environment, participants will gain an understanding of beginner level yoga postures, breath work and alignment awareness. Investment: $35

 

 

Sunday, October 24
1:30 – 3:30 p.m. Yoga To Improve Your Game Workshop (Circle Yoga, 3838 Northampton St. NW). See Penny Bell’s guest post about how yoga can help you improve your game (tennis, basketball, soccer, etc.) and then register for this workshop. Investment: $35

Not running in the Army 10-Miler? Get out to Arlington to cheer on those who are! There’s nothing like watching a good race to get you motivated to train for your own. Plus, when else is acceptable to yell at people on the street and not get yelled at back!?

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Weekend Warrior: October 8-11

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Posted 07 Oct 2010 — by WelcomeOmDC
Category Running, Weekend Warrior, Yoga

Holy weekend Batman, its already Columbus Day! How will you celebrate your long weeked of fitness? Here’s some ideas, or share your own in the comments. 

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Friday, October 8
6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Rockasana! with Jeffrey Cohen (Pure Prana Yoga Studio, 100 S. Patrick St., Alexandria). Take Metro out to VA to tap into your vibrating heart through the pounding rhythms and driving guitar riffs of the world’s most inspiring Rock ‘n Roll artists. This unique Jivamukti class  by a rockstar teacher will leave you invigorated for your weekend ahead. Investment: $20 

Saturday, October 9
9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. /1:30 – 4:00 p.m. Hamsa Dhyana Workshop with Swami Maheshananda Saraswati (Church of the Holy City, 1611 16th Street, NW, sponsored by High Yoga DC). Hamsa Dhyana is an advanced meditation practice derived from Tantra. The practice includes breathing, mantra, learning about the chakras (energy centers in the body), and advanced visualization. A major part of the practical session will be devoted to prepare for this amazing meditation practice. All levels are welcome.  Bring a light snack and water for the one-hour break. Investment: $90, pay at the door. This is part of a weekend-long series, more details are available at High Yoga DC.   

1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Are you ready for the Marine Corps Marathon? (VIDA Fitness, 1517 15th St., NW). Join local running and medical experts as they discuss race preparation, injury prevention, course preview,  and race-day tips. Practical advice that can be applied to any running situation provided. This panel is presented by Sport + Spine, Pacers, and Vida Fitness. Investment: FREE 

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This woman will rock your practice.

Sunday, October 10
3:30 – 5:00 P.M. Open Flow Levels 1/2 with Peg Mulqueen (Ashtanga Yoga Center, 4000 Albermarle St., NW). Have you taken with Peg Mulqueen yet? If not, you should, and this new regular gig of hers at AYC is the perfect thing to add to your Sunday schedule. Peg taught Cherry Blossom Yoga on the Mall back in the spring, and will leave you smiling with her contagious energy and fulfilling classes. Check her out on Sundays at AYC. 

Monday, October 11
Enjoy the nice weather while it lasts. Take a walk, hike, bike ride, or run. Get out of the city and pick some apples (its actually a good workout!), or just take a break and enjoy the Fall.

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Weekend Warrior: October 1-3

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Posted 01 Oct 2010 — by WelcomeOmDC
Category Outdoor Activities, Running, Seva: Selfless Service, Weekend Warrior, Yoga

Happy Friday Warriors! Let’s hope for some sunshine to inspire you to get out and enjoy these great activities taking place all over the city. Or share your own weekend fitness plans with us in the comments.
Warrior on.

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Friday, October 1
7:30 – 9:00 p.m. Friday Night Yoga Party at MINT: Hip Hop Hip Openers – Hooray! (MindBody Studio at MINT, 1724 California St NW). Open Your Hips and Rock Your World with Naomi Gottlieb-Miller. It’s time to get your hip-openers on as you kick-it old school with hip hop favorites guaranteed to unleash your inner b-boy or b-girl. In this class, you’ll explore hip opening goodness with a sampling of arm balance fun thrown in the mix to build core strength and encourage inner-steadiness. Its a yogic house party you don’t want to miss. REGISTER ONLINE. Investment: $10 for MINT members, $20 for guests.

Saturday, October 2
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Anahata Grace Volunteer Potluck in the Park(Meridian Hill Park, Upper Level). At 11:00 a.m., Sarah Walter will teach a free one-hour yoga class.  From noon – 1pm, sit down to discuss volunteering with Anahata – upcoming projects, current classes, and future visions. Consider getting involved with this great organization. Investment: FREE

1:30 – 3:30 p.m. Meditation Mythbusters (Past Tense Yoga Studio, 3253 Mt. Pleasant St., NW). If you think that meditation is only for people who can sit still and clear their heads easily, you’re wrong. Spend the afternoon busting myths about meditation with Holly Meyers while she proves that anyone can cultivate a comfortable and personal style of meditation. All levels welcome. Bring a journal. Dress for sitting, light yoga movement. Investment: $30, $25 for members. Or join Holly for both Meditation Myth Busters and a Meditative Yoga Hike two weeks later for $55, $45 for members.

4:00 p.m. DC Rollergirls 5th Season Opener! (DC Armory, 2001 East Capitol St., NE). Don’t miss this inaugural bout of the new season with season 4 champions DC DemonCats facing off against the Cherry Blossom Bombshells. Go for the fun. Stay for the awesomeness. Investment: $12 (not inc. Ticketmaster charges; buy at the door to save on these).

Cupid Undie Run (Logan Circle)

Running in your undies is fun!

Sunday, October 3
8:00 a.m. 1st Annual DC Undy 5000 5k run and 1 mile family run/walk (Hains Point, East Potomac Park). Forget the lame race-day t-shirts. Registrants for this 5k run/1mile walk receive participant boxer shorts, raise money to fight colorectal cancer, and can do it all in their underwear (participants are encouraged to run in their boxers to bring attention to their bottoms)! Online registration is closed, but you can still register TOMORROW (Saturday) from 2 – 6 p.m. at Georgetown Running Company on M Street. Investment: $30 for 5k run/$20 for 1mile walk.

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Weekend Warrior: September 24-26

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Posted 23 Sep 2010 — by WelcomeOmDC
Category Community, Running, Weekend Warrior, Yoga

Hello warriors! Time to get geared up for your weekend – another hot one here in our nation’s capital. Good thing there are even HOTTER events, workshops and classes to take all over town, especially Sunday!

Friday, September 24
12:30 – 1:30 p.m. $5 Lunch class (Yoga Chai, 1744 Columbia Road, NW, 2nd Floor). Save your lunch money for this weekly deal, offered every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. What an EXCELLENT way to kick off your weekend. Investment: $5

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Niyati Shah can help you look like this. Awesome legwarmers not included.

Saturday, September 25
3:00 – 5:00 p.m. Headstand Workshop (Tranquil Space, 1632 17th Street, NW). Come learn how to stand on your head with yoga teacher Niyati Shah. Headstand can invoke fear as well as admiration and is known as the king of all asanas. In this workshop you will warm the body in a flow practice while focusing on strengthening the core and upper body before getting into the pose. Investment: $30 if you register online, $35 in person.

Sunday, September 26
8:00 a.m. Capital Area Dash for Dad 10K and 2 mile walk (AMC Hoffman Center Theatre, 206 Swamp Fox Rd, Alexandria). Register for or cheer on the participants in this event. All proceeds from the event go to prostate research and free screenings in the Washington, DC area to those at risk. Online registration is only available until noon today, but on site registration opens at 6:00 a.m. race day. Investment: $30 (run) $10 (walk)

10:45 – 11:45 a.m. W Hotel Beach Bums & Bellinis: Jet Set Edition (515 15th St. NW,). This Fall edition of a summer favorite gets you in shape for upcoming Holiday travel and is followed by brunch and endless bellinis. This weekend, join Heather Cohen, lululemon ambassador and STROGA instructor, for a Pop Star workout – The Latin edition. Plus, STROGA is giving away tons of stuff – the first twenty people to register get a free class pass, two people will receive an unlimited month of classes, and anyone who can do 50 push-ups in 90seconds gets a ten-pack of classes. Time to shake it like J.Lo at the W Hotel. Investment: $49, includes the price of brunch served at noon

11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. DC Global Mala(Josephine Butler Center 2437 Fifteenth Street, NW/Meridian Hill Park, upper level, 16th & Euclid St, NW). Join DC yogis and activists of all traditions in dharma talks, mediation and 108 Sun Salutations for peace and healing. Composed of 108 beads, the mala is symbolic of the prayer for peace, hope and charity. This event is one of many taking place across the country as part of the Global Mala to unite the global yoga community from every continent, school or approach to form a “mala around the earth” through collective practices based upon the sacred cycle of 108. The proceeds from the DC event go to support local non-profit Anahata Grace. You DO NOT want to miss this once-a-year opportunity! Investment: $18 for Dharma Talk and meditation/$27 108 sun salutations/$36 for the whole day

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Weekend Warrior: September 17-19

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Posted 16 Sep 2010 — by WelcomeOmDC
Category Weekend Warrior

Weekend Warrior Returns! Enjoy some of these great activities taking place in the area this weekend or share what you’ll be up to in the comments.

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Friday, September 17
7:30 – 9:00 p.m. Tranquil Space Arlington Studio Opening Soiree (3528 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington). Take Metro to Virginia Square and enjoy the new Arlington space that Tranquil Space has opened up, complete with cupcakes, a DJ, henna painting and yoga demos. Plus, the first 50 people in the door receive a free class! Investment: FREE

8:00 – 10:00 p.m. YO!DRUM (Liz Lerman Dance Exchange, 7117 Maple Ave, Takoma Park). Red line it out to Takoma Park for this unique experience that combines drumming and yoga. Science has proven that drumming produces cancer-fighting cells in the body and relieves anxiety and depression. Yoga improves circulation, deepens sleep, and relieves stress. Together, Yoga and Drumming make a great team and create an energized, healing space for growth, reflection, laughter and renewal. Join One Common Unity as they creatively integrate yoga and drumming for a fun community event! Bring a yoga mat and hand drum ($3 rentals available). YO!DRUM is for people of all ages and levels. Investment: $20

Saturday, September 18
10:00 a.m. Free Yoga at the 7th Street Landing (7th & Water Street, SW). Check out the newly opened waterfront park with a free hour long yoga class EVERY Saturday for the next five weeks. This weekend’s class is sponsored by Flow Yoga Center and taught by Jessica Howard. With a beautiful forecast on the weekend horizon, this is the perfect way to start your Saturday! Investment: FREE

1:00 – 5:00 p.m. Preparation for Childbirth: Partner Workshop (lil omm studio, 4830 V Street, NW). This workshop provides an opportunity for expectant mothers, their partners and other members of their birth team to prepare for the childbirth experience with Kristin Maresca, yoga teacher and doula. Through discussion, pregnancy-adapted yoga postures, breathwork, visualization, vocal toning and massage, partners will cultivate greater relaxation, understanding, and enjoyment of childbearing. No previous yoga experience necessary. Investment: $75 per couple

Sunday, September 19
11:30 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. Family Yoga Workshop and Benefit (Yoga Chai, 1755 Columbia Road, NW). This is a light-hearted, fun practice meant to help the whole family move their bodies and connect to their spirits. Participants will sing, laugh, and move as you discover the many benefits yoga can provide to children and their caregivers, including improved communication, reduced stress, and greater calm. Families of all varieties and sizes with children crawling through age 5 welcome! 100% of proceeds will be donated to Capitol Partners for Education, which aims to improve the futures of low-income youth by helping them receive a quality education, graduate from high school, and attend college. Investment: $25 per family suggested donation

2:30 – 4:00 p.m. Yoga Nidra with Pamela Wilson (St. Mark’s Yoga Center, 301 A Street, SE in the dance studio). In Yoga Nidra you relax and open the deeper parts of your mind. The practice releases physical, mental and emotional tensions and harmonizes mind, body and spirit. Yoga Nidra is one of the deepest of all meditations; leading awareness through many levels a state of supreme stillness and insight. No experience in yoga or meditation is necessary. Investment: $15 preregistered/$20 at the door

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Weekend Warrior: July 30-August 1

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Posted 29 Jul 2010 — by WelcomeOmDC
Category Outdoor Activities, Weekend Warrior, Yoga

Time for the round-up of fun weekend activities friends. We hope you enjoy your weekend! Let us know what you’re up to in the comments below.


Friday, July 30
4:00 a.m. Bike to the Beach for Autism(Riders gather at Gonzaga CHS, 19 Eye St. NW). If you’re not riding in tomorrow’s big fundraising trek for autism and don’t want to get up super early to see them off, support the riders and their efforts by sending them good thoughts in your dreams, or consider making a donation through the Bike to the Beach website.

7:30 – 9:00 p.m. Friday Yoga Party (MINT,1724 California St NW). Join Naomi Gottlieb-Miller and Meredith McCullough for a fun start to the weekend. This class will feature inversions for everyone with an unforgettable playlist guaranteed to raise your spirits sky high. Most appropriate for Level 1/2 and up. Bring your sense of humor and playfulness to this fun night! Investment: $10 for MINT members, $20 for guests

Saturday, July 31
DC Yoga Challenge Launch8:00 – 9:00 a.m. FREE Yoga Class to support DC Sail Kids Set Sail program. (The Grandplank Marina, 600 Water Street, SW). Stacey DeGrasse from Capitol Hill Yoga will be teaching this class as well as another one on Monday, August 2 from 6:30-7:30pm at the same location. Investment: FREE

12:00 – 5:30 p.m. Yoga with Homeless, Substance Abuse and Mentally Ill Communities Workshop (Yoga District, 1910 14th Street, NW Units #1&4 ). Learn to help communities meet their needs using yogic techniques described in this half-day training with YogaActivist.org staff and social workers. In addition to focusing on hands-on yoga instruction and practice, a social service overview of the needs and gaps in care for homeless, substance abuse, and mentally ill communities will be provided. A great program for yoga teachers, yoga enthusiasts, volunteers and social workers alike. See the Yoga Activist website for registration and payment information and a detailed schedule. All proceeds benefit YogaActivist.org programming. Investment:

Sunday, August 1Cupid Undie Run (Logan Circle)
9:00 a.m. Fleet Feet Run Club (meet at the Fleet Feet Adams Morgan store at 1841 Columbia Rd. NW). Meet up with other runners for a 5 mile run catered to all running paces. Courses vary from week to week and are usually partly through the city streets and partly through Rock Creek Park. Investment: Free 


Everyday through August 1
Circle Yoga is offering free Pepco Power Yogaclasses to all the local Pepco crews working to restore electricity to 140,000 customers who were or still are without power in the metro DC area. DC Pepco crews are invited to relax and cool off by taking a complimentary Circle Yoga class through August 1, just by turning up for class in their work clothes, or showing their work ID. Circle Yoga offers a range of day and evening yoga classes to suit all levels, from beginner to advance, and in-between, with their super gentle and Yoga Nidra (restorative sleep class) particularly suited for anyone seeking to cool down, relax and restore their minds and bodies after the recent summer heat. Investment: FREE for all Pepco employees

Also, this weekend marks the official end of Citizen Effect’s 30-day yoga challenge. Did you discover anything new about yourself during the 30 days of yoga? Share below!

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Weekend Warrior: July 23-25

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Posted 22 Jul 2010 — by WelcomeOmDC
Category Outdoor Activities, Running, Seva: Selfless Service, Weekend Warrior, Yoga

If you haven’t yet melted into a pool of sweat formerly known as human, get out this weekend and try a few fun things (indoors and out (but by the water!)) to cool off.

 

Friday, July 23
6:30 p.m. Barre Basics (b.fit, 1339 14th Street, NW, Suite 3). b.fit blends strength training, pilates, and ballet-barre techniques into a core strengthening workout that isolates muscle groups and garners results. If you haven’t tried b.fit before, go sweat out your week at one of their barre basics classes for new students. Seriously, you want a tight bum for summer? b.fit is your answer. Investment: $22 (first time students get their second class free!)

Kayak fan

Photo by steveritchie

Saturday, July 24
10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Yoga and Kayaking (a workshop by Past Tense,starting at Jack’s Boat House, 3500 K St. NW). Awaken your mind and body with a yoga and kayaking adventure with Kelly Tobin. Amidst the natural beauty of the Potomac River, prepare for the physical aspects of kayaking with a yoga practice that will include balancing poses, core engagement, and a gentle warm up for the arms, shoulders and legs. After a peaceful hour of paddling, conclude with yoga to stretch arms, shoulders and the other parts of the body worked and enjoy a sense of rejuvenation. You must pre-register for this event on the Past Tense website. Investment: $35 for members, $40 for non-members (includes the kayak rental)

11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Yoga for Runners and Athletes Pranayama (Breathing) Workshop (Shakti MindBody Studio, 1302 9th Street, NW). Athletes of all levels and sporting disciplines are invited to join “Yoga for Runners” specialist Angelyn Shapiro for workshops that use the tools of yoga to take your game to the next level. In this Saturday’s session, practice techniques that will maximize and expand your lung capacity for optimum athletic performance. Investment: $25

Sunday, July 25
1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Summer Reading & Seva Series (lil omm, 4830 V Street, NW). Join Carolyn Butcher to discuss The Happiness Project and explore your own journey to simply BE HAPPY.  After the discussion,  take part in experiential exercises designed to deepen the learning and application of the principles and practices in the book and – best of all – to enlighten and simplify your daily life.  Investment: $10, all proceeds go to Citizen Effect

 

Also, its not too late to register for Flow Yoga Center’s Rejuvenation Retreat, taking place this weekend at Abram’s Creek Campgrounds in West Virginia. If you don’t have any plans, register online now (only camping space is available). Did you ever go to summer camp as a kid? This is going to be like summer camp for adult yogi’s! Yoga, hiking, swimming, meditation, sweat lodge, relaxation, homemade vegan meals, and more. Double bonus - all of the proceeds from the Retreat go to a great local non-profit, One Common Unity. WelcomeOmDC will be there to photograph the event and will post about it next week.

See you in West Virginia…

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