Prema Patti Kristiansen, owner of the newly opened Thomaston Yoga Studio, is a registered yoga teacher, RYT500, with the national organization Yoga Alliance and has been teaching in Midcoast Maine since 1998.
In the fall of 2001 while studying at Satchidananda Ashram Patti was honored with meeting Sri Swami Satchidananda, and received her Sanskrit name, Prema which translates as 'divine love.' It is truly divine love that guides her in the path of yoga.
Prema encourages students to honor the body's wisdom in each moment. With a background in the allied health field of Occupational Therapy, Prema brings her unique knowledge of the body systems enriching her students experience of the body mind connection.
Prema's teaching is an integration of Vinyasa yoga in the tradition of TVK Desikachar & Restorative yoga originating from the BKS Iyengar tradition. Prema has lead workshops through University, hospital & professional organizations training teachers, therapists, & care providers in using the benefits of yoga across the lifespan.
By Village Soup
THE LATEST YOGA NEWS, FROM IT IS YOGA
Thursday, 31 December 2009
Wednesday, 30 December 2009
MORE ABOUT YOGA AND CANCER
Holyoke Medical Center will present a yoga program for individuals currently undergoing cancer treatment as well as an exercise management series for women at its Auxiliary Conference Center.
'Yoga During Cancer Treatment,' a six session class, begins on Jan. 7 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Additional classes will be held on Jan. 21, Feb. 4, 18, March 4 and 25.
The class, which is free for cancer patients, will be taught by Patty Zubini Weiss, R.N., certified yoga instructor.
It is made possible through a grant from Susan G. Komen For The Cure.
'Sole 2 Soul,' an 11 week series on Mondays, begins ON Jan. 11 and continues through March 29 at 6 p.m.
There will be no classes on Jan. 18 and Feb. 15.
Presented by certified fitness trainer Trish Kuntz, the exercise program will integrate physical fitness, spiritual fitness and emotional fitness into positive energy designed to help participants achieve strength and self balance.
The program can be tailored to meet everyone's goals.
Cost is $55 per person.
Participants should wear sneakers, loose fitting clothes and bring a mat (or towel), free weights and water bottle to the classes. Preregistration is required and space is limited.
For further information on either program, or to register, call Holyoke Medical Center's health promotion line at (413) 534 2789. The center is located at 575 Beech St.
By Mass Live
THE LATEST YOGA NEWS, FROM IT IS YOGA
'Yoga During Cancer Treatment,' a six session class, begins on Jan. 7 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Additional classes will be held on Jan. 21, Feb. 4, 18, March 4 and 25.
The class, which is free for cancer patients, will be taught by Patty Zubini Weiss, R.N., certified yoga instructor.
It is made possible through a grant from Susan G. Komen For The Cure.
'Sole 2 Soul,' an 11 week series on Mondays, begins ON Jan. 11 and continues through March 29 at 6 p.m.
There will be no classes on Jan. 18 and Feb. 15.
Presented by certified fitness trainer Trish Kuntz, the exercise program will integrate physical fitness, spiritual fitness and emotional fitness into positive energy designed to help participants achieve strength and self balance.
The program can be tailored to meet everyone's goals.
Cost is $55 per person.
Participants should wear sneakers, loose fitting clothes and bring a mat (or towel), free weights and water bottle to the classes. Preregistration is required and space is limited.
For further information on either program, or to register, call Holyoke Medical Center's health promotion line at (413) 534 2789. The center is located at 575 Beech St.
By Mass Live
THE LATEST YOGA NEWS, FROM IT IS YOGA
Thursday, 3 December 2009
A YOGA GURU?
Trendiness has been making people awesome for centuries. It has provided a quick and easy way to determine if a stranger is 'cool,' without even having to talk to them.
For instance, in grade school one might have noted whether a classmate owned a mini backpack, listened to Will Smith or wore platform Sketchers and high-heeled Jellies.
Current 'trendy kids' can be spotted in flannel shirts and sometimes riding bikes.
But recently, a new trend has surfaced. Strangely enough, it involves health rather than possessions. It values exercise over Uggs.
More and more people are becoming yoga enthusiasts. Around Marquette, Bikram seems to be the Michael Buble of all yogas.
The first hot yoga series developed was Bikram, which requires the room remain at least 105 degrees, with 45 percent humidity. Classes are 90 minutes long and include the same 26 postures and two breathing exercises. Postures remain at a beginner’s level and are executed the same way every time so yogis can perfect them to gain maximum benefits.
The extreme temperatures help warm up participants' bodies immediately upon entrance. The heat also induces consistent sweating for detoxification and to decrease the risk of injury.
Instructors provide constant guidance, which helps ensure that beginners and experts alike are able to attempt all postures and improve their practice. Instructors also explain to students the health benefits associated with each posture.
By Kaleigh Ward
THE LATEST YOGA NEWS, FROM IT IS YOGA
For instance, in grade school one might have noted whether a classmate owned a mini backpack, listened to Will Smith or wore platform Sketchers and high-heeled Jellies.
Current 'trendy kids' can be spotted in flannel shirts and sometimes riding bikes.
But recently, a new trend has surfaced. Strangely enough, it involves health rather than possessions. It values exercise over Uggs.
More and more people are becoming yoga enthusiasts. Around Marquette, Bikram seems to be the Michael Buble of all yogas.
The first hot yoga series developed was Bikram, which requires the room remain at least 105 degrees, with 45 percent humidity. Classes are 90 minutes long and include the same 26 postures and two breathing exercises. Postures remain at a beginner’s level and are executed the same way every time so yogis can perfect them to gain maximum benefits.
The extreme temperatures help warm up participants' bodies immediately upon entrance. The heat also induces consistent sweating for detoxification and to decrease the risk of injury.
Instructors provide constant guidance, which helps ensure that beginners and experts alike are able to attempt all postures and improve their practice. Instructors also explain to students the health benefits associated with each posture.
By Kaleigh Ward
THE LATEST YOGA NEWS, FROM IT IS YOGA