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By
Nikki on
February 1st, 2010
The standing poses are the starting point in the practice of yoga asana because they bring firmness and stability and teach principles of correct movement and alignment. In this workshop you will deepen your understanding of the postures and well as learn to work with more stability and clarity bringing a greater sense of quietness. Standing postures are invigorating and refreshing and also stimulate digestion and improve circulation, we will explore ways to develop precision and learn ways to work carefully and stay relaxed and composed even while working with effort in the postures.
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Nikki on
February 1st, 2010
Are you new to Iyengar yoga? Never practiced yoga before?
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Nikki on
November 17th, 2009
KIDS YOGA TEACHER TRAINING Friday, 8 January, 10 AM – 7 PM 27 HOURS OF PURE FUN! KIDS AND FAMILY COMMUNITY YOGA CLASS SATURDAY, 9 JANUARY, 4 - 5 PM. Open to all kids ages 3-9 and their parents! By donation, with proceeds going to the community. The Rainbow Kids Yoga Teacher Training is a comprehensive, intensive and practical certification course. Immerse yourself in the magical world of yoga and kids, be prepared to practice and learn yoga like a child, while laughing, dancing, playing, and singing! Alternating experiential Kids Yoga classes with practical theory and discussion makes the Rainbow Kids Yoga Teacher Training a well-rounded and in-depth course. During the course, we learn over 350 yoga poses for kids, creative yoga games, breathing and meditation games, relaxation with guided imagery, and Mandala painting. Lecture topics include age-appropriate class sequencing, class management, child development, the business of yoga teaching, marketing, and more! Most importantly, you will be equipped with tons of fabulous ideas to create exciting and fascinating yoga experiences for kids of all ages. The Rainbow Kids Yoga Teacher Training is fun and playful, connecting trainees to their own innate creativity and wisdom, while giving practical tools and knowledge for teaching yoga for children, ages 1 -12 years old. Graduates of the course will receive a Kids Yoga Teacher Certificate from Rainbow Kids Yoga. TOP THE RAINBOW KIDS YOGA STYLE: Yoga is a great way for kids to increase awareness of themselves, others, and the world, while having fun! Yoga is a wonderful way for children to stay (or become) confident, strong, balanced, and healthy. Yoga engages a child’s natural, boundless energy, and conveys valuable lessons in positive thinking and body/mind awareness through a non-competitive physical activity. We believe that kids learn best when they’re having fun! Each Rainbow Kids Yoga class is alive with magical journeys where we meet with animals, fly an airplane or drive a car, grow into a tree, or imitate the ocean waves, all in the form of dynamic yoga poses. We use music and song, lots of silly props, games, stories, relaxation and visualization, meditation, Mandala painting and more. The kinesthetic, aural, visual, intra- and interpersonal aspects of each class help keep kids involved and focused while having fun. TOP CONDITIONS FOR ACCEPTANCE: The course is for anyone who loves working with kids, and loves yoga. It is for anyone who wants to expand a current related profession, or learn a new one! COURSE CONTENT: What makes yoga for kids special? The benefits of yoga for kids Principles of teaching yoga for children Building fun, engaging, and age-appropriate Kids Yoga classes Child development and anatomy as it relates to yoga for kids Yoga for children with special needs Over 350 Kids Yoga poses, with accompanying songs, sound effects, movements, and interesting facts about the human body and different animals Breathing and Meditation Games Relaxation and Guided Imagery; Basic Thai Massage Partner and Group Yoga poses and games Flying Yoga, Basic Partner Acrobatics, and Human Pyramids Teaching Family Yoga (parents and kids practicing together) Enriching each class with magical themes, music, props, Kids Yoga Cards, Mandala painting, costumes, art, and lots of imagination! Creating focus and attentiveness in the classroom and handling challenging behavior. Finding a balance between the need for rules and boundaries and the need for freedom and creativity. How to speak with and listen to kids. How to use your own special talents and ideas to create amazing classes, and how to connect with your inner child Enlightened business, how to build Kids Yoga groups and keep them, and how to succeed as a teacher in different settings (studios, public and private schools and kindergartens, community centers, etc.) Supercrazyfun! TOP REGISTRATION: Half of the tuition is due upon registration to hold your place. Full payment is required by the first day of the course. To apply, go to http://rainbowkidsyoga.net/register.aspx If you have any questions, please contact us at info@rainbowkidsyoga.net The Rainbow Kids Yoga Teacher Training is intensive and requires full participation. It is strongly recommended, but not necessary, to have a regular yoga practice. INVESTMENT: $600 AUD early registration (before 25 December, 2009) Financial aid is available. Please see our website for how to apply. · Rainbow Kids Yoga Teacher certificate · Detailed Rainbow Kids Yoga manual (400+ pages of poses with illustrations, explanations, and related animal facts and songs; over 75 class theme ideas and many detailed class plans; 125 yoga games; 20+ guided imagery relaxations, and more!) · Music mix CD to use in your Yoga for Kids classes · Registration on our website, www.rainbowkidsyoga.net, with your contact info and email · Healthy snacks and refreshments throughout the weekend · After the course: mentoring, answering questions, opportunities to assist in Gopala’s classes when he is teaching in your area TOP LOCATION: Yoga to Go
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Nikki on
November 1st, 2009
Starting the New Year with a Yoga intensive is a wonderful way to bring about a new approach to the year ahead. Students are encouraged to deepen their level of practice with the opportunity to take part in this intensive spanning over the course of five evenings. Focusing on the more dynamic aspects of Iyengar Yoga, this intensive will work on building strong foundations, precision and body alignment whilst providing a sense of groundedness, stability and above all working in a supported environment. Get ready to start the New Year with a feeling of increased strength and flexibility, feeling alive, energetic and thus enabling a more focused and calm mind to help face day-to-day challenges. “Your Body exists in the past and your mind exists in the future. This intensive is open to Iyengar Yoga students with at least 6 months experience and a regular practice of Salamba Sarvangasana Dates: Monday 4th – Friday 8th January 2010 Time: 6:30pm – 8:30pm Cost: $150.00 Location: Yoga To Go, 108 Crystal St Petersham BOOK NOW – spaces ARE limited! BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL
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Nikki on
November 1st, 2009
7 day Yoga and Detox week with Nikki Massaioli at Yoga To Go Monday 11th January – Sunday 17th January 2010 Join Nikki Massaioli for 7 morning classes, and all meals included 7-day Yoga and Detox week at Yoga To Go.
This week offers you the opportunity to kick start a new and healthy lifestyle, get back on track if you have fallen off the wagon, or simply start the New Year with vitality, new habits and loads of energy. There are now no excuses for the extremely busy person, this week includes 7 morning Yoga classes, specifically designed to cleanse and detoxify your body. Lift your energy and increase your metabolism as well as toning the body from the inside out. You will be provided with three meals a day and two snacks as well as juice to take with you for your day ahead. About your meals The Eat Fit Food (EFF) 7day DETOX works on cleansing and rejuvenating the digestive system. Eat Fit Food is revitalising the concept of “detox” with a nutritious, satisfying and most importantly delicious 7 day eating plan. The Eat Fit Food Detox is not a fad but a specifically designed program to help kick start a healthier & fresher diet and lifestyle. The menu is packed with gorgeous seasonal fruit and veggies, which are rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. The diet is largely unprocessed, with high fiber whole foods to help get sluggish digestive systems up and running more efficiently. The program is dairy, red meat, wheat, gluten & preservative free and for optimal benefit it is recommended that alcohol, cigarettes and caffeine be avoided for the program duration. Your detox food will arrive at the school every second day, and consist of: • Breakfast, lunch & dinner • Morning and afternoon snacks • Pre-breakfast cleansing juice • High fiber psyllium husk supplements What you can expect from the 7 day Detox and Yoga week: • Weight loss, • more energy, • glowing skin, • increased flexibility, • a deepening of your yoga practice, • increased fitness, • restored peace of mind, • a healthier digestive system, • Better sleeping patterns, • A leaner body, And this is just the start……
DATES: Monday 11th January – Sunday 17th January 2010 TIME: 6.30 – 7.45am Monday 11th Jan – Saturday 16th Jan 9.00 – 10.45am Sunday 17th Jan 2010 COST: $590.00 inclusive of all yoga, all meals, juices, snacks. EARLY BIRD OFFER: $520.00 book before 10th December 2009. BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL
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Nikki on
October 21st, 2009
In this energizing and fun workshop, we will spend time opening the shoulders, strengthening the arms & stabilizing the shoulder joints as well as strengthening the core muscles and see how they relate to finding balance in inversions. For students new to inversions, this workshop will aid you in laying foundations, as well as learning preparation postures to begin to go up. More experienced practitioners will work on variations such as forearm balances and three point headstand. TIME: 4PM - 6PM COST: $30 BOOKINGS ARE ESSENTIAL
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Nikki on
October 21st, 2009
Tamasoma jotirgamaya lead me from darkness to light.
By
Nikki on
September 17th, 2009
Issue 122
We are proud to anounce that Nikki Massaioli and Luke Cook are both featured in this addition of Wellbeing magazine. Nikki’s article is an intresting look at Yoga and Body image and Luke has published a fantastic aritcle on pilates for Beginners, Be sure to grab a copy. We look forward to any feed back.
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Nikki on
September 17th, 2009
PHUKET, THAILAND LUXURY YOGA AND LIFESTYLE RETREAT DURATION: 7 DAYS AND 6 NIGHTS UPCOMING DATES: Join Nikki and Tamar who will be teaching a combination of Dynamic yoga and Iyengar classes working the body in a holistic manner and encouraging deep relaxation. Unwind, relax and renew. For a lasting sense of inner peace, contentment and fulfillment there will be treatments offered at the spa and health centre. With a real sense of privacy, luxury and exclusivity, Palm Spa takes a holistic approach your wellbeing, combining ancient Eastern therapies with the latest Western techniques to encompass mind, body and spirit. In a tranquil setting, enhanced by the caring nature of our dedicated team of Thai and Swedish therapists, who will nurture you through the rejuvenating and healing process, as you achieve total wellness. Within the tranquil grounds of the Twin Palms , on a secluded little Beach in Phuket, lays the opportunity to strip off the old, the tired, the worn down, and replace it with the new, soothed, revitalized you. The week focuses on the practice of yoga, on the mat and off. These classes are complemented with practical discussions on other modalities like relaxation, healthy eating and fitness. Thailand is a land of colour. The food is superb; fresh, spicy and readily available at the Oriental Spoon restaurant, within the Twin Palms, on the beach or at the nearby markets. Exploration of this friendly and exotic culture is encouraged with day trips to nearby locations. The retreat is suitable for all levels. INCLUSIONS: The Twin Palms is the epitome of privacy, luxury and Zen. $1999.00 AUS Twin Share, excluding flights.
optional extras Day spa DATES
17th - 23rd April 2010 TEAM NIKKI MASSAIOLI Nikki Massaioli is the founder and director of Yoga To Go, Centre of Health and Wellbeing, a multi-modality holistic yoga centre in Sydney that is dedicated to the pursuit of health, balance and transformation. Her vision is simple but powerful: to share the transformative powers of yoga that she has experienced first hand. Nikki began practicing yoga at nineteen. Now, nearly fifteen years later, her vitality and wellness she attributes largely to her daily yoga practice. “Yoga is the most profound tool for growth, healing and self-transformation,” she says. “The practice creates space, freedom, courage and tenacity within.” Prior to starting Yoga to Go in 2002, Nikki studied with senior teachers in Australia, completed the Yoga Arts Teacher Training, and she has since gained certification as an Iyengar Yoga teacher. As well as teaching at her flourishing centre in Petersham, Nikki leads local Australian and International retreats, workshops and intensives. Her teaching style is equal parts dynamic and nurturing, passionate and caring. “The best thing about teaching is sharing the gifts of yoga,” she says. Nikki is a devoted mother of two and when not teaching or practicing yoga she loves to let loose on the living room dancefloor with her two young children. TOP YOGA-TO-GO’S RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL AND TOURISM POLICY Yoga-to-Go’s Australian and international retreats offer individuals the opportunity to enhance their health and well being in luxurious and natural surroundings. This involves traveling to different destinations, each with their own unique environmental, cultural and economic conditions. Our Responsible Travel and Tourism Policy is a clear demonstration of our commitment to the sustainability of each of the places we visit, and respect for those who live there. As part of every retreat we will: • Minimise our global warming impact by making all our retreats carbon neutral. At Yoga-to-Go we value the people and places we visit though our retreats, just as we value the individuals who participate. Below are a set of guidelines we apply to fulfill our policy guidelines. ENVIRONMENTAL GUIDELINES YOUR PARTICIPATION IN A YOGA-TO-GO RETREAT WILL BE 100% CARBON NEUTRAL. Included in the cost of each of our retreats is an accredited carbon offsetting program that we have been developed through the Australian company, Carbon Planet. This means that we will calculate the amount of carbon dioxide that will be generated from your travel, accommodation and activities and offset this by investing in Carbon Planet’s fully certified carbon credit schemes. These include the purchase of, and caring for trees, and the installation of energy saving light bulbs and showerheads. Each carbon credit purchased will see 1 tonne of carbon dioxide being stored for at least 100 years. Full details of how the carbon offsetting scheme works is available at http://www.carbonplanet.com/campaigns/yogatogo • No littering We also use 100% recycled paper in all our course materials. CULTURAL GUIDELINES Most of our international retreats take place in Thailand where there are different rules and customs from Western countries. As Thailand has a variety of cultures and religions there are certain behavioural and dress expectations that apply to the places you are likely to visit. For example, women can wear swimwear at the beach or around resorts, but topless bathing is generally not accepted. When visiting temples or other religious places, stricter dress codes apply such as covering shoulders and legs. It is important that all our retreat participants familiarise themselves with what is required and we will help with information and advice. There are parts of Thailand, such as Patong Beach, where the rules and regulations are more relaxed. These areas tend to be busier and are more tailored to Western-style nightlife and shopping. Bartering for clothing and other items is an accepted practice in throughout the country. It is important to tip staff in restaurants, cafes and hotels as the wages in Thailand are very low. We will assist you in understanding when tipping is appropriate. In Australia, we have a Western culture where there are fewer restrictions on dress and some activities than in non-Western countries. However, it is important that our Australian retreat participants respect the local rules and regulations of each the places we visit. ECONOMIC GUIDELINES Our retreats only use accommodation, travel and tourist facilities that are locally managed and owned. We also ensure the staff working for these organisations are appropriately rewarded. In the past, we have provided a percentage of our earnings from our retreats to local causes. For example, in the aftermath of the devastating Tsunami we contributed 10 per cent of takings to helping with the rebuilding of housing and infrastructure. We will continue to identify worthy philanthropic activities as part of our future retreats
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Nikki on
September 17th, 2009
REST, RESTORE & REJUVENATE RETREAT UPCOMING DATES: Conveniently located, just ten minutes drive from Nowra. Bamarang Bush retreat provides a relaxing and tranquil setting for a yoga retreat that will truly rest, restore and rejuvenate the senses and the spirit. Immerse yourself in the peace and tranquillity of this natural haven whilst being nourished with delicious vegetarian meals cooked with love and nurtured by nature, Pranayama, meditation and daily yoga practice. The retreat is suitable for all levels INCLUSIONS Twice daily yoga TOP COST $395.00 AUS Twin share $495.00 AUS Single room TEAM Nikki Massaioli is the founder and director of Yoga To Go, Centre of Health and Wellbeing, a multi-modality holistic yoga centre in Sydney that is dedicated to the pursuit of health, balance and transformation. Her vision is simple but powerful: to share the transformative powers of yoga that she has experienced first hand. Nikki began practicing yoga at nineteen. Now, nearly fifteen years later, her vitality and wellness she attributes largely to her daily yoga practice. “Yoga is the most profound tool for growth, healing and self-transformation,” she says. “The practice creates space, freedom, courage and tenacity within.” Prior to starting Yoga to Go in 2002, Nikki studied with senior teachers in Australia, completed the Yoga Arts Teacher Training, and she has since gained certification as an Iyengar Yoga teacher. As well as teaching at her flourishing centre in Petersham, Nikki leads local Australian and International retreats, workshops and intensives. Her teaching style is equal parts dynamic and nurturing, passionate and caring. “The best thing about teaching is sharing the gifts of yoga,” she says. Nikki is a devoted mother of two and when not teaching or practicing yoga she loves to let loose on the living room dancefloor with her two young children. TOP DATES: 26th February - 28th February 2010 SAMPLE ITINERARY Time Yoga-to-Go’s Australian and international retreats offer individuals the opportunity to enhance their health and well being in luxurious and natural surroundings. This involves traveling to different destinations, each with their own unique environmental, cultural and economic conditions. Our Responsible Travel and Tourism Policy is a clear demonstration of our commitment to the sustainability of each of the places we visit, and respect for those who live there. As part of every retreat we will: · Minimise our global warming impact by making all our retreats carbon neutral. · Protect pristine natural environments by not littering and respecting local vegetation, sea life and wildlife. · Respect local customs and regulations by meeting all necessary dress and behavioural expections. · Contribute to the communities we visit by buying local and through out philanthropic activities. At Yoga-to-Go we value the people and places we visit though our retreats, just as we value the individuals who participate. Below are a set of guidelines we apply to fulfill our policy guidelines. ENVIRONMENTAL GUIDELINES Your participation in a Yoga-to-Go retreat will be 100% carbon neutral. Included in the cost of each of our retreats is an accredited carbon offsetting program that we have been developed through the Australian company, Carbon Planet. This means that we will calculate the amount of carbon dioxide that will be generated from your travel, accommodation and activities and offset this by investing in Carbon Planet’s fully certified carbon credit schemes. These include the purchase of, and caring for trees, and the installation of energy saving light bulbs and showerheads. Each carbon credit purchased will see 1 tonne of carbon dioxide being stored for at least 100 years. Full details of how the carbon offsetting scheme works is available at http://www.carbonplanet.com/campaigns/yogatogo In addition to reducing our global warming impact, Yoga-to-Go requires all participants in our retreats to help protect the many different environments you will be experiencing. These include: · No littering · No touching or removal of coral · No touching or removal of wildlife or sea life without permission or authorisation · Minimisation of all waste. We also use 100% recycled paper in all our course materials.
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