Winds of Change.
Dearest Sangha,
With life, comes change. We have some changes to share with you. Starting July 1, the Burning Spirits Yoga and Yoga Punx PDX calendars and programs are merging. What does this mean? Memberships will now work for all classes from both programs. Vinyasa, Yin, Meditation, Ashtanga….all of them. We are excited about this merger and to share increased offerings and classes with our community. You will start to see some Ashtanga classes on the Yoga Punx PDX calendar this week, as we transition.
With this, comes a change in our membership tiered pricing. As costs increase-including rent, we have made the difficult decision to change how we can provide our offerings in the future, with our mission to offer low-cost yoga for the people. For those of you who practice in the BSY Ashtanga program, you see a different pricing option. These new memberships will now work for ALL classes on the calendar.
New Tiered Pricing:
$70 per month unlimited- Sustainer
$80 per month unlimited-Supporter
$100 per month unlimited- Amplifier
$40 QTBIPOC Monthly Membership.
We are now offering 5 and 10 class packs and one-week unlimited.
Drop in Classes will now be a minimum of $13 donation on up.
If you are currently on one of the older memberships or scholarships they will remain active through June/July and will not renew in July. You can then restart a new membership and a tier of your choosing. If you are in need of assistance we will continue to offer financial assistance at new rates. Our scholarship passes will move to $40 per month- if you are in need of financial assistance you can apply here: https://www.yogapunxpdx.com/scholarships
Our partner Trini Foundation, offers low cost scholarships for the Mysore Ashtanga Program for those in recovery from substance use disorders and for families affected by SUD- they require 3 days per week committed practice…if you are interested in applying - use this link-
https://www.trinifoundation.org/trini-programs/
We know change is hard, including pricing changes—with our limited resources we want to continue our mission now and into the future. As long as the community supports us, we will be here.
Last bit of news, our founder, Sandee Lawless is moving back home to San Francisco for new life opportunities and to be closer to family. She will be here in Portland teaching on weekends and will be offering many pay what you can weekend workshops this summer as fundraisers to help our community…stay tuned.
With deep appreciation,
The YP/BSY Crew
MYSORE-STYLE ASHTANGA YOGA & LED PRIMARY SERIES
Ashtanga Vinyasa Yoga is a traditional style of Yoga systematized by the legendary Yogi Sri T. Krishnamacharya and his students in Mysore, India, where a student learns a set sequence (Primary Series to begin) of postures combined with a focus on breathing (ujjayi), gazing points (drishti), internal energetic connections/seals (bandha) and a flowing movement/transitions with a count (vinyasa)…linking breath to movement. This builds internal heat that purifies the body from the inside, balances the nervous system, calms the mind, and guides one to connection to Self- and helps one to see themselves and the work more clearly.
Mysore-style Ashtanga Yoga: This type of class each student is working on the sequence customized to their needs. The teacher teaches them the sequence in a manner that is it like a private in a group setting. Each student is practicing their customized sequence and the teacher goes from student to student assisting, guiding and teaching, adding on postures as they progress and to provide a therapeutic approach to their practice. The class time is listed 7-8:30 AM but you can start and end at any time during that time. Your practice can be 30 minutes long or 2 hours—you choose. This is a beautiful method as it allows one to practice through any station in life- adapted for age, injuries, stamina, and what is occurring that specific day.
Led Primary Ashtanga Yoga: This is where the group practices in unison the Primary Series of Ashtanga Yoga, much like what you think of when you go to a yoga class. The teacher guide will lead you through the Primary Series, set to the count in Sanskrit and English. It is a great way to build your stamina and become familiar with the transitions and breathing of each posture. We start with Sun Salutations, Standing, Seated, Back Bends, Inversions and then closing.
For more information on Mysore-Style Ashtanga Yoga, visit Burning Spirits Yoga.
VIN/YIN GENTLE FLOW
This class is a combination of Vinyasa (active) & Yin (passive) poses to bring the body into equilibrium. The first half of class (Vin) will be a slow, steady warmup, using simple poses to build connection to breath and body awareness. The second half of class (Yin) will be long-held, passive poses to free mobility in the joints, ligaments and deeper connective tissues. Chanting will be included at the start and end of class. Variety of props and modifications will be available and encouraged throughout class to support each individual’s needs.
BHAKTI STRONG FLOW
This energizing yoga class takes you deeper into your asana practice! Build strength, balance and flexibility as you focus on breath, movement, alignment and generating your inner fire. Kirtan & yoga philosophy spiritually charge this class! Like Bhakti Flow, the room is moderately heated and inspired with music. All Bodies and all levels welcome.
RESTORATIVE YOGA FOR BIPOC
Restorative yoga focuses on stress reduction and the release of chronic muscle tension through gentle adaptations of traditional yoga postures. The purpose of this workshop is to practice experiencing calmness in our bodies so rest and relaxation can occur at our deepest level- the nervous system. Props are used for each pose and customized to fully support each individual so they can find comfort and ease in each posture, which are held for extended periods of time.
BHAKTI ASHTANGA FLOW
Ashtanga is a system of yoga that integrates breath, movement, and gazing points as a method of turning inward and discovering our true nature. Vinyasa is linked movements connected by breath. Bhakti is the yoga of devotion. This class includes incorporates all three. This class also starts and ends with the chanting of mantra. Appropriate for all levels and all bodies.
SLOW FLOW VINYASA
A slowed down vinyasa class that meets you wherever you are, with an emphasis on stretching that lets you deeply connect with your body, breath and movement.
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