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Yoga for Runners at PG San Francisco

Stephanie — Sun, 12 Jul 2009 20:05:57 +0000

yoga for runners with Kerri Kelly

The pain and discomfort most runners feel is not from the running in and of itself, but from imbalances in the body. Through our yoga practice, we can cultivate:

strong core for stability and efficiency

healthy alignment to support structure and movement

increased flexibility and elas:city to increase range of mo:on

balanced strength throughout the body to enable op:mal movement

improved breath connec:on to increase endurance and recep:vity

Integratng Yoga into your training can have significant benefits on your running: promotes physical balance and strength throughout the whole body, increasing flexibility and range of motion (lengthens stride) and prevents injury. Yoga also encourages quali:es of awareness and compassion that can translate to your runs.

This clinic is designed with the athlete in mind: leveraging yoga’s integrative approach to improve one’s physical health AND enhance athle:c ability. It will be a challenging and fun practice emphasizing strength, core and flexibility and encouraging the entire body to become more integrated, recep:ve and healthy.

2009 Clinic Schedule:
Sunday, 7/19, 8?10:15a
Sunday, 8/9, 8?10:15a
Sunday, 9/20, 8?10:15a
Sunday, 10/11, 8?10:15a
Sunday, 11/8, 8?10:15a
Sunday, 12/13, 8?10:15a

Planet Granite Yoga
924 Mason St,
Presidio, SF

REGISTRATION: $40 walk?in, $30 for partner running clubs and Planet Granite members. To register, please email kerri@kerrikellyyoga.com

*Note: if you’d like for your running group to become a partner club, please contact kerri@kerrikellyyoga.com

Time change for Silvie’s Belmont Sunday class

lauren — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 21:37:08 +0000

Please note that Silvie’s yoga class on Sunday mornings has changed from 10:30am to 10:45am. This time change will take effect starting this Sunday, June 21st. I hope this schedule change does not interfer with your practice and I thank you for continuing to participate in Silvie’s excellent class. Namaste.

Road Closures to PG SF Sunday, 6/14

Stephanie — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 17:10:16 +0000

Attn. PG San Francisco Guests:
Limited Access to Mason Street this Sunday, 6/14 6am - 12noon

Please allow yourself extra time when making plans for visiting our facility as Mason St. from the Marina Gate to the Warming Hut will be closed for the Escape from Altcatraz Triathlon. Please check out this map for specific details.

Spring Cleaning workshop with Amy coming up!

Carolyn — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 02:18:53 +0000

Sunday, June 7th from 1:15 to 4:45pm at PGSF.

$40 members/$45 non-members

In the spring time, all of nature is going through a process of cleansing, renewal, and re-birth. The same is happening in your body. The same is happening in your body, and it is during this season that we have the greatest capacity to re-new ourselves and shed toxins, tensions, & stagnant energies that may have built up during the long winter months…

This workshop will consist of simple meditation, breathing practices, a series of long held yin yoga poses, a gentle flow practice, soft music, and the intention to clear, cleanse, and refresh the body, mind, & spirit.

Yin yoga is appropriate for almost everyone, from yoga beginners to advanced practitioners. However, some familiarity and knowledge of the yin yoga practice will be highly beneficial before coming to this workshop.

Please check out one of Amy’s classes at Planet Granite San Francisco before signing up for this workshop (Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:30am; Saturdays at 11:15), or email Amy for more information about yin yoga or any other questions you might have.

Sign up with Amy directly in any of her weekly classes (check the Planet Granite website for her schedule) or email Amy at bcrocker2000@yahoo.com.

Ramaswami coming to PGSF!!

Carolyn — Sun, 24 May 2009 20:14:59 +0000

Ramaswami, one of the worlds foremost yoga experts is coming to PGSF May 29-31!

Srivatsa Ramaswami has unique training, understanding, and ability to adequately answer and clarify questions about Yoga. He studied yoga directly with T. Krishnamacharya for over 30 years. Ramaswami imparts T. Krishnamacharya ’s teachings with profound authenticity. He has produced myriad articles, recordings, and has authored Yoga for the Three Stages of Life and the Complete Book of Vinyasa Krama Yoga.Friday May 29: 7:30 – 9:30 PM: A light Asana and Pranayama practice and a Talk on Ramaswami’s 30 years of yoga experience with Sri T. Krishnamacharya. $20 (at door) Saturday May 30:

9:30 AM – Noon: Asana and Pranayama in Vinyasa Krama method2:00 PM – 4:30 Sanskrit Chanting and Yoga Philosophy. Sanskrit mantras activate all the chakras and produce auspicious vibrations within and without. Correct pronunciation, the proper pitch/note (svaras) will be taught.Sunday May 31:

9:30 AM – Noon: Asana and Pranayama in Vinyasa Krama method2:00 PM – 4:30 PM: Talk and Practice centering around the five sheaths (Panchakoshas); i.e., of the physical, energy/astral, mental, wisdom, and bliss bodies of the yogi. The teaching is based on the Taittiriya Upanishad. Cost: The Entire Program $150 (includes Fri.-Sun) or $40 per individual session (Friday night only $20). Payment can be made through Alan Reynolds (see contact info below)

Details and Contact: Alan Reynolds tidalyoga@yahoo.com 415-320-3170

New Kilo Lani Yoga class at Belmont

lauren — Wed, 20 May 2009 22:41:35 +0000

Rodney ‘Alika’ Medeiros is the founder of Kilo Lani yoga, a flowing vinyasa style that integrates yoga with the ancient wisdom and movement of the Hawai’ian islands. The word yoga means “union” in Sanskrit, and in Hawaiian Kilo Lani means to “reach or look towards Heaven”. Thus Kilo Lani is a union of the body, mind, and spirit with the ultimate goal of reaching Heaven (or nirvana). It focuses on body alignment while building strength, combined with elements of Tai Chi and movements from the Hula. There is an intense emphasis on core strength and placement of the hands. Much of the instruction focuses on breathing while maintaining balance. His teaching will leave you calm and refreshed, putting you in touch with your true potential while transforming your health and well being in the process.

Alika has studied with many top instructors at the Yoga School of Kailua, Hawaii, Dharma Mittra’s Yoga Center in NYC; and has recevied additional mentoring from bay area instructors Stephanie Snyder, Howard Sum Tom, Ralph STephens, and Richard Diehl. He is a member of the International Yoga Federation and also holds licensure in Massage Therapy in Hawaii and CA. He is a regular speaker at studios and schools across the country. For more information on Kilo Lani yoga visit his website at www.kilolani.com.

Please welcome Alika as our newest instructor at Belmont. You can also meet him when he comes to Belmont Wednesday evenings to do massage therapy for the members.

New ‘Pilates for Athletes’ class at PG Belmont

lauren — Fri, 08 May 2009 19:00:40 +0000

“Pilates for Athletes” will begin the first week of May. This class draws from the traditional Pilates method, but is designed for athletes looking for a different yet challenging core workout. These exercises will develop strong abdominal, back, butt and deep postural muscles to support the skeletal system and act as the “powerhouse” of the body.Students will perform a variety of exercises which, paired with detailed verbal cues, will work to activate, challenge and ultimately build the core muscles. Participate in this class and you will have enhanced strength, balance, and flexibility both in life and in any sport you love to play.

Alison is a lifelong athlete and avid climber who first discovered Pilates in 2006 when a series of back injuries left her in pain and unable to participate fully in the activities she lovedThe practice of Pilates helped her to strengthen and stabilize her core, which led to a happier life and, as an added benefit, a much improved climbing ability. Alison believes strongly in the benefits of Pilates and loves to challenge students of all levels to increase their overall strength and level of fitness.

May 29-31 Yoga Weekend with Srivatsa Ramaswami PGSF

Carolyn — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 02:30:47 +0000

THIS IS A RARE OPPORTUNITY TO STUDY WITH ONE OF THE WORLD’S FOREMOST YOGA EXPERTS!

Friday May 29: 7:30 – 9:30 PM: A light Asana and Pranayama practice and a Talk on Ramaswami’s 30 years of yoga experience with Sri T. Krishnamacharya. $20 (at door) Saturday May 30:

Details and Contact: Alan Reynolds tidalyoga@yahoo.com 415-320-3170

Franco (PGSF) to move to new class times

Carolyn — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 18:50:26 +0000

Franco’s 5pm Monday and Wednesday classes have been cancelled, so he will be moving to the following class times :

Thurdays 7:30pm in the North Studio (beginning May 7th)

Sundays at 4pm in the South Studio (beginning May 3rd)

The current Thursday Iyengar class will be discontinued at the end of April.

Franco is a fabulous instructor with a wealth of experience and we are happy to have him take on a class time that we hope many of you will find more accesible. His classes will be titled “Vinyasa,” but Franco draws mainly from the ashtanga series and iyengar principles to guide you through a flow style, well rounded class.

Come join Franco in a mindful, detail-oriented, fully present yoga practice, which will not only stretch and strengthen the body, but, ultimately, increase awareness of the self.

Josh Camire to teach at PGSF!

Carolyn — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 03:04:32 +0000

The 6:30pm Tuesday & Thursday Vinyasa class will now be taught by Josh Camire!!

Josh Camire B.S., M.A., is a Yoga Alliance Certified teacher who brings over 15 years of yoga practice to his teaching. A graduate of the Forrest Yoga Teacher Training, Josh’s classes are challenging and fun. Expect dedication to the breath, flowing sequences and a great soundtrack! Josh is passionate about helping you achieve your goals (even if that goal is to be less goal oriented!) both on and off of the yoga mat. Josh is also a student of philosophy, a visual artist and a writer living in San Francisco.