Don’t forget to side bend!!! As yogis, we are often eager to achieve deep forward folds and backbends in our asana practice, forgetting that attention should also be paid to the flexibility in our side bodies. Practice along with Shawna as she demonstrates one of her favourite on-the-mat side bending postures, Gate Pose (Parighasana). Open up and release tension from one side of the body, simultaneously achieving a deep hamstring release on the opposite leg. It’s a double whammy and sure to become one of your favourites too!
Learn from our amazing Balanced Life Yoga team in person. Join us in studio or call us at 905-428-2300. Check out our fall schedule for classes!
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Shawna Fujiki: RYT 200, Prenatal Certified
Shawna loves to inspire people to make positive changes in their lives and embark on a journey that is free of stress and filled with empowerment. She was initially drawn to Yoga as she felt the need to release stress and soon began to love the practice! “I realized that one of the best things you can do for yourself is get out of your head, and onto a yoga mat,” says Shawna. “I believe in ‘living the life you love’ – something Shasta taught me. Daily repetitions of this mantra gave me courage to make big changes in my life and I’ve never been happier!” Shawna completed her 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Certification at Balanced Life Yoga and is now one of the lead teachers.
Sit back and take a sit in Chair Pose (“Utkatasna”), but there is no resting here! This posture is typically found at the beginning and end of a Sun Salutation “B” and is a great way to strengthen your legs and glute muscles. Shoulders and chest also find a nice opening as you reach arms up in extension. Watch the video and practice along with Shawna as she walks you through this powerful yoga posture.
Learn from our amazing Balanced Life Yoga team in person. Join us in studio or call us at 905-428-2300. Check out our new fall schedule for classes!
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Shawna Fujiki: RYT 200, Prenatal Certified
Shawna loves to inspire people to make positive changes in their lives and embark on a journey that is free of stress and filled with empowerment. She was initially drawn to Yoga as she felt the need to release stress and soon began to love the practice! “I realized that one of the best things you can do for yourself is get out of your head, and onto a yoga mat,” says Shawna. “I believe in ‘living the life you love’ – something Shasta taught me. Daily repetitions of this mantra gave me courage to make big changes in my life and I’ve never been happier!” Shawna completed her 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Certification at Balanced Life Yoga and is now one of the lead teachers.
Find your sweetness and strength in vrksasana, or tree pose. Root into the ground, find strength in the core and reach up to the sun.
Find your perfect alignment and from your strong, balanced foundation feel your energy grow and flourish!
Learn from our amazing Balanced Life Yoga team in person. Join us in studio or call us at 905-428-2300. Check out our fall schedule for classes!
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Angela Ryan: RYT 500 and Asana Technique Instructor, Inspiring Spirit 200-hour Teacher Training
Angela loves helping people come to an awareness of the energy and empowerment they can find in yoga – especially seeing the way people feel at the end of a practice – like a little weight has been lifted from their shoulders.She was initially drawn to Yoga I as she was just looking for a form of exercise that wouldn’t be hard on her joints but she got hooked on all of it! “The benefits, both physical and mental, took me completely by surprise as they unfolded, and keep unfolding with each practice,” says Angela. “Even now, though I have a greater awareness of all of the wonderful changes yoga can bring, I continue to be amazed as each one manifests itself in my life.” Angela completed both her 200 Hour and 500 Hour Yoga Teacher Training certification at Balanced Life Yoga and is now one the lead teachers. Angela loves to travel and brings her passion for the art and practice of yoga everywhere she goes; from the Great Wall of China to the Coliseum in Rome, the world is just one big yoga mat!
Find a deep connection with self as you wind and weave your limbs into this majestic and challenging balance posture, Garundasana or “Eagle Pose”.
Release tension through upper back and shoulders while strengthening legs and ankles.
Warning: Deep concentration strongly advised!
Learn from our amazing Balanced Life Yoga team in person. Join us in studio or call us at 905-428-2300. Check out our new fall schedule for classes!
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Shawna Fujiki: RYT 200, Prenatal Certified
Shawna loves to inspire people to make positive changes in their lives and embark on a journey that is free of stress and filled with empowerment. She was initially drawn to Yoga as she felt the need to release stress and soon began to love the practice! “I realized that one of the best things you can do for yourself is get out of your head, and onto a yoga mat,” says Shawna. “I believe in ‘living the life you love’ – something Shasta taught me. Daily repetitions of this mantra gave me courage to make big changes in my life and I’ve never been happier!” Shawna completed her 200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Certification at Balanced Life Yoga and is now one of the lead teachers.
Join Angela and special guest Emily on location at Global Mala as we take a first look at Salamba Sarvangasana, or shoulderstand, the Queen of asanas – this week’s focus is on using blankets to protect the neck and hands to safely support the back as we move into the subtle muscle work to make this posture perfect for you!
Learn from our amazing Balanced Life Yoga team in person. Join us in studio or call us at 905-428-2300. Check out our new fall schedule for classes!
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Angela Ryan: RYT 500 and Asana Technique Instructor, Inspiring Spirit 200-hour Teacher Training
Angela loves helping people come to an awareness of the energy and empowerment they can find in yoga – especially seeing the way people feel at the end of a practice – like a little weight has been lifted from their shoulders.She was initially drawn to Yoga I as she was just looking for a form of exercise that wouldn’t be hard on her joints but she got hooked on all of it! “The benefits, both physical and mental, took me completely by surprise as they unfolded, and keep unfolding with each practice,” says Angela. “Even now, though I have a greater awareness of all of the wonderful changes yoga can bring, I continue to be amazed as each one manifests itself in my life.” Angela completed both her 200 Hour and 500 Hour Yoga Teacher Training certification at Balanced Life Yoga and is now one the lead teachers. Angela loves to travel and brings her passion for the art and practice of yoga everywhere she goes; from the Great Wall of China to the Coliseum in Rome, the world is just one big yoga mat!
Experience the uplifting sensation in your whole body of Urdhva Danurasana or Upward Bow! Today Angela breaks down the steps to move from Bridge to Upward Bow - feel opening in the shoulders, chest, and hips as we strengthen legs and back in this energizing pose which simultaneously roots to the ground and reaches to the sky.
Angela Ryan: RYT 500 and Asana Technique Instructor, Inspiring Spirit 200-hour Teacher Training
Angela loves helping people come to an awareness of the energy and empowerment they can find in yoga – especially seeing the way people feel at the end of a practice – like a little weight has been lifted from their shoulders.She was initially drawn to Yoga I as she was just looking for a form of exercise that wouldn’t be hard on her joints but she got hooked on all of it! “The benefits, both physical and mental, took me completely by surprise as they unfolded, and keep unfolding with each practice,” says Angela. “Even now, though I have a greater awareness of all of the wonderful changes yoga can bring, I continue to be amazed as each one manifests itself in my life.” Angela completed both her 200 Hour and 500 Hour Yoga Teacher Training certification at Balanced Life Yoga and is now one the lead teachers. Angela loves to travel and brings her passion for the art and practice of yoga everywhere she goes; from the Great Wall of China to the Coliseum in Rome, the world is just one big yoga mat!
Join Angela and Mallory as they explore bridge: find an opening in the front of the body and strengthen the back at the same time in this cooling pose. When we allow the weight to shift into the shoulders, we shift perspective and calm the nervous system while making a truly strong connection to earth.
Angela Ryan: RYT 500 and Asana Technique Instructor, Inspiring Spirit 200-hour Teacher Training
Angela loves helping people come to an awareness of the energy and empowerment they can find in yoga – especially seeing the way people feel at the end of a practice – like a little weight has been lifted from their shoulders.She was initially drawn to Yoga I as she was just looking for a form of exercise that wouldn’t be hard on her joints but she got hooked on all of it! “The benefits, both physical and mental, took me completely by surprise as they unfolded, and keep unfolding with each practice,” says Angela. “Even now, though I have a greater awareness of all of the wonderful changes yoga can bring, I continue to be amazed as each one manifests itself in my life.” Angela completed both her 200 Hour and 500 Hour Yoga Teacher Training certification at Balanced Life Yoga and is now one the lead teachers. Angela loves to travel and brings her passion for the art and practice of yoga everywhere she goes; from the Great Wall of China to the Coliseum in Rome, the world is just one big yoga mat!
Eka Pada Rajakapotasana II : Join Angela and lovely assistant Mariah as we examine a final version of one-legged King Pigeon, made accessible with the use of strap and blanket. And see the connection between asana as a small adjustment brings the pose to King Dancer! Breathe deeply as you explore these elegant heart openers!
Angela Ryan: RYT 500 and Asana Technique Instructor, Inspiring Spirit 200-hour Teacher Training
Angela loves helping people come to an awareness of the energy and empowerment they can find in yoga – especially seeing the way people feel at the end of a practice – like a little weight has been lifted from their shoulders.She was initially drawn to Yoga I as she was just looking for a form of exercise that wouldn’t be hard on her joints but she got hooked on all of it! “The benefits, both physical and mental, took me completely by surprise as they unfolded, and keep unfolding with each practice,” says Angela. “Even now, though I have a greater awareness of all of the wonderful changes yoga can bring, I continue to be amazed as each one manifests itself in my life.” Angela completed both her 200 Hour and 500 Hour Yoga Teacher Training certification at Balanced Life Yoga and is now one the lead teachers. Angela loves to travel and brings her passion for the art and practice of yoga everywhere she goes; from the Great Wall of China to the Coliseum in Rome, the world is just one big yoga mat!
Join Angela this week for Warrior II or Virabhadrasana II. Use the power and grace of Warrior II, named after an incarnation of Shiva, to move through your practise with determination and stamina. Delve into your own personal strength and release your Inner Warrior!
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Learn from Angela in person. Check out our updated schedule or join us at our Inspiring Spirit Teacher Training Program.
Open Up to Your Joy…Inspiring Spirit Teacher Training – Fall Session
Now taking registration for our Fall Session!
Picture yourself happy, whole and in tune with your highest potential.
Yoga is a wonderful means for creating peace, prosperity and well-being and Balanced Life Yoga’s Inspiring Spirit 200 Hour Teacher Training Program will show you how.
Angela Ryan: RYT 500 and Asana Technique Instructor, Inspiring Spirit 200-hour Teacher Training
Angela loves helping people come to an awareness of the energy and empowerment they can find in yoga – especially seeing the way people feel at the end of a practice – like a little weight has been lifted from their shoulders.She was initially drawn to Yoga I as she was just looking for a form of exercise that wouldn’t be hard on her joints but she got hooked on all of it! “The benefits, both physical and mental, took me completely by surprise as they unfolded, and keep unfolding with each practice,” says Angela. “Even now, though I have a greater awareness of all of the wonderful changes yoga can bring, I continue to be amazed as each one manifests itself in my life.” Angela completed both her 200 Hour and 500 Hour Yoga Teacher Training certification at Balanced Life Yoga and is now one the lead teachers. She loves meditating, nature and has a great sense of humor.
Start your practice with the classical Vinyasa Surya Namaskar A (Sun Salute A).
Traditionally practiced in the morning facing the East, this sequence awakens the mind, body, and senses. Stretch, strengthen, and massage all of the joints, muscles, and internal organs as you generate heat and energy. By synchronizing your breath with movement creates a steady flow of prana- life force — bringing balance to hormones, breath, circulation and digestion. Whatever time of day you practice, start with your version of this invigorating sequence to bring warmth and focus to your moving meditation.
Join Angela & Mariah as they shine some light on your Sun Salutation!
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Learn from Angela in person. Check out our updated schedule or join us at our Inspiring Spirit Teacher Training Program.
Open Up to Your Joy…Inspiring Spirit Teacher Training – July Intensive
Now taking registration for our July 4-29 Monday to Friday offering.
Picture yourself happy, whole and in tune with your highest potential.
Yoga is a wonderful means for creating peace, prosperity and well-being and Balanced Life Yoga’s Inspiring Spirit 200 Hour Teacher Training Program will show you how.
Angela Ryan: RYT 500 and Asana Technique Instructor, Inspiring Spirit 200-hour Teacher Training
Angela loves helping people come to an awareness of the energy and empowerment they can find in yoga – especially seeing the way people feel at the end of a practice – like a little weight has been lifted from their shoulders.She was initially drawn to Yoga I as she was just looking for a form of exercise that wouldn’t be hard on her joints but she got hooked on all of it! “The benefits, both physical and mental, took me completely by surprise as they unfolded, and keep unfolding with each practice,” says Angela. “Even now, though I have a greater awareness of all of the wonderful changes yoga can bring, I continue to be amazed as each one manifests itself in my life.” Angela completed both her 200 Hour and 500 Hour Yoga Teacher Training certification at Balanced Life Yoga and is now one the lead teachers. She loves meditating, nature and has a great sense of humor.
Shawna Fujiki: RYT 200, Prenatal Certified
