Moving into Summer with Village Yoga
As you probably have heard, Village Yoga will not be able to open June 1st. In fact, we don't even have an opening date from the State of Maine at this time. No worries though, we have Zoom! Classes have been going very well. Many students are really enjoying not having to rush out the door to make it to the studio in time for class. With the weather improving, some students will be attending their Zoom class from their porch or outside in their yards. I've heard students say how much they enjoy looking out their windows or gazing at a favorite piece of art in their own home during class. Plus, students who are not currently in Maine are able to join us in class, which is a treat for all of us. It's wonderful to be able to see each other and have a chance to connect.
I am happy to announce that Elizabeth Clarkson and Jessica Laurin will begin offering classes via Zoom in June. Elizabeth Clarkson will offer a Gentle Yoga Stretch class on Mondays 9-10am beginning June 8. Jessica Laurin will offer her Yoga for Strength and Flexibility on Thursdays 4-5pm beginning June 18. Susan Mirisola will continue to offer her Zoom classes on Wednesdays 4-5pm for a gentle class and Sunday 8:30-9:30am for an all levels class.
Elizabeth Spahr will be changing her Zoom class times for the summer beginning June 1st. Students have requested earlier start times to be able to get outdoors sooner on class days.
Her new schedule is:
Moderate Kripalu Yoga- Tuesdays and Fridays 7:30-8:30am
Gentle Kripalu Yoga - Tuesday and Fridays at 9-10am and Sundays 8-9am
The same links that you have been using will still work for the same day. So for example, the Tuesday Gentle class will use the same link for the 9am class time as it did for the current 9:30am class time. All the other classes are the same as well. If you like to use an online calendar, I can sent you a new link to be added to your computer or phone.
Studios are allowed to have one-on-one classes for now. There is plenty of room to be at a safe distance. If anyone would like to get into the studio for a private class, Elizabeth Spahr is offering a one hour class at a reduced rate of $35. You can use your class card if you would like. I know sometimes people have questions about postures or need a bit more attention than an online class can provide. Just contact the studio and we can set something up.
There are also several classes available on Vimeo. To view these classes, just ask and a link with password will be sent to you. All you need to do is click on the link, enter the password and watch the class. You can view the same class multiple times. Elizabeth Spahr has a Moderate Kripalu yoga class, several Kripalu Gentle yoga classes, a Yoga Nidra-guided relaxation class and a Chair yoga class. Jeannine Burgess has a Vigorous Vinyasa class and Celina McMichael has a Gentle Yoga class available. Regular class rates apply. If anyone has a request for a different class, please contact us and we will try to accommodate.
As always, Village Yoga is extremely grateful for the support and connection with all of our wonderful students. It is a true pleasure to share the practice of yoga with all of you. During this challenging time we are all experiencing, yoga is even more important to help us maintain a sense of center and calm. Just taking the time to pause and breathe can be very powerful. If you haven't tried a Zoom class, give it a try. You might like it! Feel free to contact the studio to ask any questions about how Zoom classes work or how to begin using them.
Wishing everyone a safe, healthy and fun summer!
Namasté