In Sanskrit, there are basically four words for happiness—sukha, santosha, mudita, and ananda—each of which points to a different level of happiness. Together, they constitute a path that leads us to the kind of happiness that really cannot be shaken. In April, we explore santosha or contenment.

Contentment

Contentment is the afterglow of living honestly and truthfully. Santosha is present whan we stop defining what makes us happy. ~Sybil

When we let go of our past stories, patterns, habits, that create our illusionary identity, When we surrender seeking or striving for some future happiness,
NOW
We
ARE
Contentment.
~Steph

Santosha has been, for me, a real ego buster...it shows me something greater that letting myself feel disappointed or discontented with any given situation...switching it to being in a place of contentment or acceptance...I see that in some way we think we are deserving of a good day or a positive experience...I am the same loved and loving person in every situation and santosha is a constant knowing that my life is blessed and filled in every way...It has taken out the need to evaluate or put labels on my "special or particular way of feeling" I learn to rest into santosha or contentment and know its Truth.~Sybil

Explore the second aspect of Joy Santosha (Contentment) in Deeper Flow with Jody Seaborn THIS Friday, April 2nd 6:30-8:30 pm!

Its time...to Remember Your Inner Teacher(s)
taught by Jody Seaborn

When: Friday April 16 - Monday April 19
Friday 6:30-8:30 pm
Sat/Sun 1-5 pm
Monday 7-9 pm

Purpose: A deep exploration of following your heart through the active practice of Asking, Listening, Discerning and Acting everyday and every Moment from the Guidance of your Inner Teacher(s). This weekend will be especially provocative and a unique experience will be presented to each participant.

What will we do: Eclectic Physical movement via Yoga Asana that will both Challenge and Inspire... Toning, Sounding and Chanting... Guided Meditations.... Deep Supported Relaxation.... as inspired by all of our Teachers.

How Much: $130

The person who attends the most classes in April wins $100 Gift Certificate to be spent in the Flow Retail Boutique

2nd place—$50
3rd place—$40
4th place-$30
5th place-$20

SCHEDULE UPDATES & MORE

With new Tues/Thurs 8 am Flow added, we now have 8 AM YOGA offered 4 DAYS A WEEK IN APRIL.

CAN WE BUY YOUR DUMBBELLS?   FUSION CLASSES HAVE BEEN A HIT - now that we are getting stronger, we need some additoinal heavier weight options.  FLOW is buying any coated (vinyl or neoprene) dumbbells in good condition weighing 5 lbs or more (5s, 7s, 8s, 10s, 12s).  We will pay $1/pound if in good condition.  Thanks!

STROLLERFIT is back - Weds at 9:30 am.  Load up baby and meet us at Flow.  Lots of fun and support - physically and mentally.

EASTER - Savvy is putting together an Easter Egg Hunt Yoga Pose game for Sunday morning - so start your Easter day off great with yoga for the whole family - Sunday 9:30 at Flow.

Interested in some extra hours on the bike for spring training with Jen Wilson? Join Jen's early bird spin crew-email us at flowyoga@gorge.net and we’ll get you the info you need.
 

Fri-Sun, April 9-11
Call 1-888-786-3111 x222 to register

In this interactive workshop you will learn the musculoskeletal anatomy and biomechanics necessary to safely and effectively teach hatha yoga alignment. This workshop is beneficial for learning kinesiology specific to the foundational poses of all hatha yoga styles. In this workshop, we look beyond the foundational principles of YogaFit's Seven Principles of Alignment (SPA) to explore detailed musculoskeletal and biomechanical principles applied specifically to hatha yoga postures that will help you to become a safer and more effective teacher. This is not just another muscles and bones training. We will learn the following:

Review of Anatomical Terms and Landmarks
Joint & Muscle Action & Pose Transitioning
Pada Bandha - Foot and Lower Leg
Knees
Mula Bandha & Uddiyana Action - Hips, Pelvis and Spine
Standing Poses
Forward Folds
Shoulder Girdle
Backbends
Twists

The following two books are required for attendance:

Complimentary Text Provided:
Anatomy & Asana: Preventing Yoga Injuries by Susi Hately Aldous
REQUIRED MATERIAL - please read prior to attending:
The Key Muscles of Hatha Yoga* by Ray Long, MD
 
ACE & Yoga Alliance CEUs provided

Ten Gates of Enlightenment with Adi,
THIS Saturday April 3rd    1- 8 pm  $40
"Each of you are perfect as you as are, and you can use a little improvement."  -Shunryu Suzuki Roshi

Anatomy & Alignment Training with Steph
Fri-Sun - April 9-11
An intensive 3-day training, where you will learn innovative and practical tools for practicing or teaching yoga.   Yoga Alliance and ACE CEUs provided.

Remember Your Inner Teacher with Jody
Fri-Mon - April 16-19
Jody Seaborn leads a guided exploration of Asking, Listening, Discerning and Acting from your own Inner Teacher(s).

YF Teacher Training Level 5 - Fri-Sun - April 23-25 - SOLD-OUT

YogaFit Kids! Teacher Training with Steph - Sat, May 1st
YogaFit Kids! is a fun, playful class where kids can move energy through their bodies and bring calm into their minds.  Includes manual and home study portion.  Early Bird pricing $269 - call now - 1-888-786-3111 x222 to register

The Breath of Life, Pranayama as a Daily Practice
Mornings May 17th-21st - $110
Jody Seaborn will lead an early morning practice of listening to mind, body & spirit each day to provide the necessary fuel of life to stimulate and energize us to live life from our fullest expression.  

June Summer Solstice Workshop
Fri June 18 - Mon June 21 - $120
Sybil is expanding her summer solstice celebration into a 4 day workshop ...including the 4th anual sunrise yoga on the whoopdee trail. More details to come in next months e-blast but pencil in the dates.

On March 26th, Adi and the Dharma group led a meditation and a talk with 15 men from Pendleton State Prison.   What became immediately obvious from speaking with the inmates is that  each of them had a great treasure to share.  It is incredible to see what can happen to any of us when we are willing to take a deep look at ourselves.  What is so clear is that at the core each of us is inherently and naturally compassionate, peaceful, and absolutely free.  The men were a beautiful example to each of us that no past, no mistake, no supposed limitation can dim the light that shines in the Heart of all Beings. 

Many people made donations and expressed their support--which we a very grateful for.  This program will continue to visit this and other prisons to keep the invitation of spiritual awakening alive even in the darkest of places.  Thank you for your lovingkindness and contributions.