Living Seed Kirtan - Sacred Chanting

Sunday, January 6th 2013
Ongoing - First Sunday of Every Month unless otherwise noted
6pm-7:30pm

Free Monthly Event, all are welcome.

Kirtan is the heartfelt expression of devotion or Bhakti Yoga. Chanting has the power to open the heart and in its pure state induces profound states of joy, meditation and bliss.

Beautiful chants from a variety of traditions are accompanied by rhythmic percussion and instruments. Join us in joyous celebration!

Feel free to bring along your own chants, instrument and/or readings to share.

Beginners Yoga Course
with Virginia Leek

January 7th - Februaray 11th 2013
6-7:30pm
$99

You can still join the course up to 1 week after the start date, before June 11th. Course cost will be amended accordingly.

This beginners course provides a systematic introduction to the theory and practice of yoga postures, breathing exercises and guided relaxation.

A strong foundation is developed as the student learns about the benefits of a yoga practice which include:
* YOGA POSTURES
* BREATHING EXERCISES
* COMPLETE RELAXATION
* POSITIVE THINKING
* MEDITATION

Yoga practice promotes increased awareness, strength, flexibility and a positive mental outlook. You will emerge with a renewed vitality to take on whatever challenges your life brings.

Virginia has been teaching yoga for ten years. She brings an intuitive sense to her teaching that will bring your yoga practice alive.

Call 845-255-8212 to register & commit to your health today!


or call to register 845-255-8212

Mindfulness Meditation - 4 week Series
with Donna Sherman

Tuesdays January 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th 2013
6-7:30pm
$60

Join Donna Sherman as she introduces you to a variety of Mindfulness Meditation practices. This class is experiential so all the tools taught are directly experienced by those attending. This style of Mindfulness Meditation is akin to the Vipassana style of meditation which uses very effective and pragmatic methods for observing our habits of thought, behavior, emotion and stress. Through this practice of compassionate self-observation, we begin to release ourselves from our habitual modes of living and become skilled at negotiating life's challenges with more adaptability, clarity, focus and awareness.

Donna Sherman, MSW, LCSW is a behavioral health educator, yoga teacher and teacher of our meditation & stress reduction groups. Donna brings a compassionate awareness to the experience of mindfulness meditation and adds an intuitive curiosity to the shared experience of this practice.


or call to register 845-255-8212

Beginners I Liq Chuan Course
with Carisa Borrello

Saturday, January 12th - February 16th
11:15-1:15pm
$99

Develop Balance, Harmony, Grace and Stability through the Internal Martial Art of I Liq Chuan.

Learn how to explore your body and energy through conscious movement. These unique exercises will develop foundations for observing energy flow in the body and cultivate a deeper sense of mindfulness.

I Liq Chuan (roughly translated as "mind-body fist") is an art of cultivating consciousness based on Tai Chi and Chan (Zen) principles of non-assertions, non-resistance, harmony of yin and yang, oneness, and the present moment. As a system of kung fu, I-Liq Chuan emphasizes the development of internal power and health through mental attitude and awareness.


or call to register 845-255-8212

Planet Mandala Painting Workshop
with Mavis Gewant

January 19th 2013
Saturday 11:15pm-4:15pm

Mandalas are sacred circular energy patterns that reflect our inner nature and harness vital planetary energies which improve our spiritual, mental and physical well being. Using an ancient number grid an infinite amount of shapes and patterns are created to form a beautiful mandala based on your personal numerology. You will learn the role of colors and planets and how to use the Vedic Square in the creation of your own sacred mandala. This meditative painting practice along with recitation of specific mantras will give you a better understanding of the qualities of the planets and the influence of the numbers and planets on your life.

Mavis Gewant, M.A., is a sacred artist, mother, educator and doula. She learned the ancient techniques of yantra and silk deity painting from Tantric Master Dada Shri Harish Johari.

$85, all painting supplies included.


or call to register 845-255-8212

Continuum Movement Workshop Winter Session
with Elaine Colandrea, authorized teacher

January 5th, February 2nd, March 23rd and April 27th
Saturdays 1pm-4pm

Fee-$160 all 4 workshops
$150 for 3 or 4 workshops

Continuum Movement is an invitation to slow down and pay attention to our true nature and inner wisdom. Explore the movement of breath, experience voiced sound permeating every cell, and move in fluid, spacious ways that emerge from attention to deeply felt sensation. Continuum is an antidote to the speed and stress of everyday life. Continuum is a support for other movement practices, for the creative process and for other healing modalities.

Elaine Colandrea, 375 Academy Hill Rd, Milan NY 12571 or call (845)-758-4143
Missed classes can be made up at The Next Step Studio in Milan.