New things happening in October

As it turns from Summer to Autumn it becomes as clear as ever that change is a part of life.  They say we can choose to resist the change or be at peace.  Ah, but how do we find that peace?  Through practice. Whether it’s a yoga asana practice, meditation practice or some other technique the intention is the same; to bring full attention or awareness to the moment at hand, to be, “grounded in groundlessness,” as Pema Chodron would say.

Bringing your attention to the inevitable changes to the Mala Yoga schedule I would like to introduce you to a new teacher at Mala.  Stephanie Sandleben yes, we now have two Stephanie’s, both amazing teachers – how lucky are we! I’ve always enjoyed Stephanie S.’s classes and am selfishly happy she’s teaching at Mala.  Do not let the word basics fool you (she’s teaching the Thursday, 9:15am basics class), she makes you work for your strength and stability.  Her instructions are clear, I always know what she’s asking of my body and her pacing of the postures is fluent and steady.  Stephanie S. has a very relaxed presence in the room to put you at ease and a grounding in the teachings to give you knowledge. This class is truly for anybody (even the int/adv folks), she’s a veteran teacher and has studied with some of the best out there from Alison West to Tias Little.  Welcome Stephanie S. to Mala Yoga!

Also, I must announce (as you may have seen on our home page) we have 2 new classes.  Both Express, a basics on Tuesday with Christina and an int/adv on Thursday with Lindsay. You already know how wonderful these two ladies are. But I’ll go on anyways… Both Christina and Lindsay portray strength and passion about the practice.  Their love of it and compassion for all beings comes out so clearly in their teachings and again we are so lucky for their teachings.

To see the new schedule check out the schedule page.