BALANCE & HARMONY
By Angela Reinhardt
Heraclitus, one of the greatest Greek philosophers, is known for proposing that the universe is a balance of opposing forces, constantly changing and constantly seeking re-balance. His philosophy can be viewed as contradictory, but upon closer look, appropriately describes this experience.
For example, the systems of our bodies are ever-seeking a state of homeostasis, of balance and harmony, fighting to maintain internal stability in opposition to the constant forces against that stability: pollution, viruses, bacteria, trauma and pathogens of every kind. If the struggle is more unsuccessful than not, then the result is dis-ease, dis-comfort, dis-harmony to some degree – and the struggle continues. If the struggle is more successful than not, then the result is a glorious state of health leading to a powerful mind and a deep spiritual connection, nothing short of miraculous. And when the struggle continues, as it always will, from this perspective of balance and harmony, it becomes less acute, more manageable, more tolerable – even welcomed and appreciated.
Sages throughout time have been known to consciously put themselves in uncomfortable situations in order to stretch their physical and mental capacity, dissolving boundaries, ultimately leading to higher spiritual awareness; the goal of every sage.
We seek balance in our lives. We are a part of this world, this universe, this contradiction of opposing forces. In our yoga practice, we find comfort in striking that balance, at least occasionally, even for just a moment or two. We choose to practice the intense twist of Parivrtta Trikonasana (revolved triangle pose), one hand reaching toward the earth, the other reaching toward the sky; or gravity-defying Bakasana (crane pose), finding that elusive point of balance in between the stability of our toes on the earth and tipping forward too much, landing on our nose; and even the scary stillness of Sivasana (corpse pose), perhaps the most difficult pose we choose to practice, quieting and softening the constant thoughts of our mind, harmoniously allowing nothingness and everything to just be. And we reap the rewards as a result, on and off our mat.
We practice yoga, stretching our bodies and minds and exploring the outer edges of those opposing forces, for the reward of realizing and feeling the softness and comfort of the exact union, the precise connection of these forces, that point of balance and harmony – and to appreciate the experience of the sweet journey in between, no matter what level our practice (in our minds) may be.
Heraclitus expressed: Opposition brings harmony. Out of disharmony comes the fairest harmony. We all experience this in our yoga practice. We are all sages.
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SHAKTI GODDESS NIGHT
6/18, 6PM, FREE Community Event, Ladies Only!
Awaken and evoke the divine, feminine power within you. Join the Moksha Yoga Studio community for an evening of female camaraderie and fun. Bring a vegetarian dish or dessert to share and most of all bring a friend, a sister or a daughter! The fun begins at 6:00 p.m. Join us for a Dynamic Shakti Flow Class, Belly Dancing, Beads For Life Jewelry Party, Pot Luck, Music and Fun!
We are excited to host a Beads For Life Jewelry Party-Eradicating Poverty One Bead at a Time-at this event! Ugandan women turn colorful recycled paper into beautiful beads, and people who care open their hearts,homes and communities to buy and sell the beads.The beads thus become income, food, medicine, school fees and hope. It is a small miracle that enriches us all.
INJURY PREVENTION WORKSHOP
6/20, 2-4pm • $35 (Early Bird Registration - $25 if registered by June 11th)
Sustaining an injury for anyone is bad enough but for an athlete who has endured a tough training program for a specific event or match, it is catastrophic. Even for someone who just enjoys exercise on a regular basis an injury can seriously interfere with a weight loss program or affect total wellbeing.
Most injuries are caused by taking a joint beyond it’s safe range.
Join fitness professional and flexibility specialist Cheryl Alker in this results based workshop as she teaches you how to take your “safe” range to another level and significantly reduce your risk of injury.
FOR MORE INFO AND TO REGISTER FOR EVENTS AND WORKSHOPS, VISIT OUR WEBSITE!
Click here to go to our website!
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SCHEDULE
SUNDAY
8:30 am Bhakti Flow (All Levels) with Elaine
4 pm Vinyasa Flow (All Levels) with Jodi
5:30 pm Candlelight Restorative (All Levels) with Jodi
MONDAY
8 am Vinyasa Flow (All Levels) with Dax
9:30 am Vinyasa Flow (All Levels) with Dax
5 pm Kripalu (Beg.-Inter.) with Angela
6:30 pm Vinyasa Flow (All Levels) with Genevieve
TUESDAY
8 am Yin Yoga (All Levels) with Genevieve
9:30 am Vinyasa Flow (All Levels) with Genevieve
5:15 pm Yoga Fusion (All Levels) with Cheryl
6:30 pm Vinyasa Flow (All Levels) with Cora
WEDNESDAY
8 am Vinyasa Flow (All Levels) with Angela
9:30 am Vinyasa Flow (All Levels) with Monica
5 pm Kripalu (Beg.-Inter.) with Angela
6:30 pm Vinyasa Flow (All Levels) with Monica
THURSDAY
8 am Yin Yoga (All Levels) with Genevieve
9:30 am Vinyasa Flow (All Levels) with Rishi
4:15-5 pm Kids Yoga (Ages 4-9) with Genevieve
5:15 pm Stretch Results (All Levels) with Cheryl
6:30 pm Vinyasa Flow (All Levels) with Barbara
FRIDAY
9:30 am Vinyasa Flow (All Levels) with Barbara
6pm Happy Hour Vinyasa (All Levels) with Dax
7:15 pm Candlelight Restorative (All Levels) with Dax
SATURDAY
9 am Ashtanga Full Primary (All Levels) with Cora
11 am Shakti Flow (All Levels) with Elaine
4 pm Vinyasa Flow (All Levels) with Dax
BUY A PACKAGE OF 10 PRIVATE YOGA SESSIONS FOR $800!
THAT IS $200 OFF!
Private yoga sessions provide a wonderful way to deepen your practice, address specific questions and give personal undivided attention to your yoga practice, tailoring the session to your individual needs. Personal attention is given to help modify postures and then develop alternatives to accommodate your physical ability and assist you in the precise alignment of each asana (posture). So wether you want to move deeper, heal an injury or find modifications to physically suit you, a private session is an amazing way to really understand and develop the asanas.
MOKSHA OFFERS A TRANQUIL AND SERENE
SPACE FOR MASSAGE!
Book a massage at the studio with Monica Hornung, MA#22395, Licensed Massage Therapist. 1 Hour Massage: $100.
Call the studio at 561-427-1767 or email to schedule a massage or acupuncture appointment! You can book your private session online or by calling the studio! To book online, go to mokshayogastudio.com, click on schedule, once the schedule pops up, click on the appointments tab in the top right, log-in and pick your session, teacher and time.
VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE INFO!
www.mokshayogastudio.com
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PRICING
Single Class $15
10 Class $130
20 Class $240
1 Month Unlimited $135
3 Month Unlimited $360
1 Year Unlimited $1260
Kids Class $15/$75
(6 week series)
PRIVATE SESSIONS
1 Person $100
2 People $60 each
3 People $40 each
10 Private Sessions $800
1 Hour Massage $100
INFO
Any questions, comments, suggestions or ideas, please email or call us at anytime!
561.427.1767
cora@mokshayogastudio.com
Please arrive a few minutes before your class is scheduled to allow time to register if it is your first class.
All students check in at the front desk, take off your shoes, turn off your cell phones, roll out your mat and enjoy class!
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