Calendar

Yoga Class Schedule:

In North County Coastal San Diego at Well Within:

  • Mondays in Encinitas from 6:30pm to 8:00pm

The Well Within is located in Encinitas at 555 Second Street #2, between D and E Streets. See Well Within for a map and more details.

In Orange County at Yoga Works

  • Tuesdays, in Laguna Beach from 10:30am - 11:55pm - Therapeutics/Back
  • Tuesdays, in Mission Viejo from 4:15pm - 5:45pm - Therapeutics/Back
  • Tuesdays, in Mission Viejo from 6:00pm - 7:25pm - Therapeutics
  • Thursdays, in Mission Viejo from 4:15pm - 5:45pm - Therapeutics/Back
  • Thursdays, in Mission Viejo from 6:00pm - 7:25pm - Therapeutics
  • Fridays, in Mission Viejo from 10:30am - 11:55pm- Therapeutics

Yoga Works Laguna Beach is located at 30818 Pacific Coast Highway, in the Albertson’s/Sav-On shopping center across the street from the Montage Resort and Spa. See the Yoga Works Laguna Beach website for more details.

Yoga Works Mission Viejo is located at 27001 La Paz Road, Suite 206, at the corner of La Paz Road and Marguerite Parkway. See the Yoga Works Mission Viejo website for more details.

Workshops/Retreats:

Meditation Group:

Fridays in Mission Viejo from 4:30p - 5:30p

  • New series starting in March 2009 will meet for 6 sessions on the following dates 
    • Mar 6th, Mar 20th, Apr 10th, Apr 24th, May 8th, May 22nd.

This group meditation series is particularly designed to support your daily sitting practice.  You will have an opportunity to review techniques that help you stay more focused and aligned with the benefits of a regular practice.  You will review and learn new pranayama breathing techniques, explore different spiritual texts and have time for questions and sharing.

Therapeutics:

Finding Relief from Sciatica and Piriformis Syndrome

Saturday, March 28, 2009 from 2:00p-5:00p at YogaWorks Mission Viejo - price: $45 in advance/$55 day of - to register please call 949-380-9642

This workshop will alleviate or minimize recurring pain from sciatica or piriformis syndrome.  Sciatica is a painful condition with symptoms ranging from persistent pain through the lower spine, knee or ankle, a sudden stabbing sensation in the buttocks, and numbness or a burning sensation in the leg.  Sciatica is common in individuals with lower back problems.

Sciatica is also caused by a condition called the Piriformis Syndrome, which is a compression of the piriformis muscle.

In this workshop you wil learn essential asanas that help release tensions from the piriformis muscle,  throughout the hip joint, pelvis and up into the lumbar spine to help create relief from pain and chronic tightness.  You will discover how the supported postures of Svaroopa yoga allow you to experience profound physical changes in your pelvis and along your spine.  You will learn how a specific breathing and asana practice can help you take an active role in relieving pain and in healing your body.  This workshop is for all levels.   Please sign up in advance as space is limited.

Meditation Retreat:  Finding the Sacred Within 

A meditation and yoga retreat in the San Jacinto mountains

 June 5th-7th, 2009

 Please join Savita for a weekend meditation retreat in the San Jacinto mountains at the Zen Mountain Center.  The focus during this weekend get away will be on quieting the mind and on exploring the silence and sacred within.    We will draw on the unspoiled wilderness of the San Jacinto mountains, as well as different yogic practices, including Pranayama (breathwork), Asanas (specific postures to open the body for breathing and sitting) extended periods of silence, walking meditations, discussion groups and more.  

Research by Dr. Herbert Benson of Harvard University has shown that “The benefits of meditation are many: the heart rate slows down, the blood pressure normalizes, oxygen is absorbed more effectively by the body, the adrenal glands produce less cortisol, the mind ages at a slower rate and all immune functions of the body improve.  People who meditate regularly become more resilient and learn to cope with everyday stress in a new way.”

Whether you are a long time practitioner or have just recently started a yoga/meditation practice, this retreat is for all those who truly enjoy a deeper connection with themselves, with nature and who seek the company of a supportive community.  The retreat rate includes a two nights accommodation plus all meals and activities.

Registration information:  Early registration: April 17th, 2009 (a special discount applies if paid in full by that date)

Check in: Friday June 5th between 2-4pm, Check out: Sunday June 7th 1pm

Accommodations:  (all prices are listed on a per person basis)

Dorm (3-4) shared bath $260 (if paid in full by 4/17) $310 after

Double/Triple w/private toilet/sink $290 (if paid in full by 4/17) $340 after

Single w/private toilet/sink $350 (if paid in full by 4/17) $400 after

To register please contact Savita at Savitag@theartofnaturalhealing.com

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For more information about the calendar for yoga, meditation, workshops or retreats, please call 760-434-3811 or e-mail Savita.

Private sessions and classes available by appointment.