Workshops

Sharp as a Tack: Yoga and Cognition

Recent advancements in neuroscience have only confirmed what yogis have known for centuries: cultivating flexibility, stability, and strength in the body while calming the mind and controlling the breath have positive effects on brain function and cognition. Through a series of asanas (postures) focused on the pelvic and shoulder girdles, pranayama (breathing exercises), meditation, and visualization, we will explore our potential for greater creativity, perception, and memory retention using time-proven yogic techniques. The amazing thing about the neuroplasticity of the brain is that it is never too late to rewire the darn thing! You will not be doing sudoku puzzles here. All levels welcome.

Instructor(s):

Eduardo G Guedez

Date and Time:
  --  Sat Jun 1 2013, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Cost:
$35.00  --  Early Registration (by May 25) or CYC Member     [Register Now]
$40.00  --  Registration (after May 25) and non-CYC Member     [Register Now]


Learning to Radically Accept Ourselves: An Intro to Inner Relationship Focusing (IRF)

Through a process called Inner Relationship Focusing (IRF), one can learn to begin to meet every emotion, pain and memory with openness and equanimity. This workshop with Julia Jarvis will focus on IRF and in doing so, will help students listen to their own inner wisdom and brilliance. Students will gain a practical, step-by-step method for facing any problem or stuck situation and finding relief, insight and new steps of action, so they feel bigger than the problems that control their lives. IRF provides a revolutionary way to access your body's wisdom, providing rich information about your life and your life's direction. It also provides you with a powerful listening process that lets you be supportive of other people, and yourself.

Instructor(s):

Julia Jarvis

Date and Time:
Friday Evening  --  Fri Jun 7 2013, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Saturday Afternoon  --  Sat Jun 8 2013, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Cost:
$85.00  --  Early Registration (by May 31) or CYC Member     [Register Now]
$95.00  --  Registration (after May 31) and non-CYC Member     [Register Now]


Budding Yogis Full-Day Camp (Ages 6-12)

Full-day camp is for kids ages 6-12. Budding Yogis camp is FUN and full of movement and creativity. Campers get to play outside and be the active kids they are, and they have time to wind down with mindful yoga, journaling, and relaxation. A typical day at Budding Yogis Summer Camp includes Mindful Yoga & Movement, Crafts & Creative Arts, Play at the Park, Group Games, Camp Songs, Relaxation, and Journaling. *Refund Policy: Refunds are provided, minus a $50 administrative fee, if cancelled before May 10, 2013.*

Instructor(s):

Budding Yogis Instructors

Date and Time:
[FULL] June 10 - 14 (9am-3pm)  --  Mon Jun 10 2013, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
[FULL] June 17 - 21 (9am-3pm)  --  Mon Jun 17 2013, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
June 24 - 28 (9am-3pm)  --  Mon Jun 24 2013, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
July 22 - 26 (9am-3pm)  --  Mon Jul 22 2013, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
July 29 - Aug 2 (9am-3pm)  --  Mon Jul 29 2013, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Aug 5 - 9 (9am-3pm)  --  Mon Aug 5 2013, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Aug 12 - 16 (9am-3pm)  --  Mon Aug 12 2013, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Aug 19 - 23 (9am-3pm)  --  Mon Aug 19 2013, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Cost:
$325.00  --  June 24 - 28 (9am-3pm)     [Register Now]
$325.00  --  July 22 - 26 (9am-3pm)     [Register Now]
$325.00  --  July 29 - Aug 2 (9am-3pm)     [Register Now]
$325.00  --  Aug 5 - 9 (9am-3pm)     [Register Now]
$325.00  --  Aug 12 - 16 (9am-3pm)     [Register Now]
$325.00  --  Aug 19 - 23 (9am-3pm)     [Register Now]


Reiki Clinic: 30-Minute Reiki Treatments

Circle Yoga is offering another Reiki Clinic, supervised by Reiki Master, Marion Werner. Our hope in offering these clinics is to increase awareness of how Reiki treatment supports health and well being, to serve the community by offering Reiki treatments at a reasonable rate, to give Reiki practitioners an opportunity to increase their experience with clients, and to build a Reiki community.

A diverse group of Reiki practitioners, all of whom have completed at least First Degree Reiki Training, and have a daily Reiki self-practice, will offer two sessions of 30-minute treatments to members of the Circle Yoga community. If you have never received a Reiki treatment before, this is a great opportunity to give it a try. A Reiki treatment is very relaxing, brings balance to your system and supports your natural ability to heal.

Each session will be 30 minutes in length, allowing time at the beginning to check in and time at the end for feedback.

Instructor(s):

Marion Werner

Date and Time:
For Reiki Practitioners  --  Sat Jun 22 2013, 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
First 30-Min Treatment Session  --  Sat Jun 22 2013, 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Second 30-Min Treatment Session  --  Sat Jun 22 2013, 2:45 PM - 3:15 PM

Cost:
$20.00  --  First Session (2:00PM)     [Register Now]
$20.00  --  Second Session (2:45PM)     [Register Now]
$0.00  --  For Participating Reiki Practioners Only     [Register Now]


Reiki Practice Group

Join Marion Werner for a new monthly Reiki Practice Group, open to all Reiki practitioners with Reiki Level I, 2 and/or master training. This is a wonderful opportunity to get support for your practice, receive a treatment, become more comfortable giving treatments to others, and connect with other Reiki practitioners. The group will begin with a short Reiki self-practice meditation. There will be time then to talk about your home self-practice, any thoughts, issues or questions that have come up, and to share Reiki experiences. The second half of the time will be spent exchanging Reiki treatments, usually in small groups. You can sign up for each meeting separately. You will also learn about Reiki volunteer opportunities at Circle Yoga (the Reiki Clinic) and in the community.

If you did not train with Marion and this is your first time attending, please call her at 301-254-7216 to introduce yourself before the group practice. If you have a table, please let Marion know and bring it to the studio.

Instructor(s):

Marion Werner

Date and Time:
Reiki Practice Group  --  Mon Jun 24 2013, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Cost:
$20.00  --  Per Person     [Register Now]


Budding Yogis Teaching Yoga to Kids, Level 1 Certification

Do you think you might enjoy teaching yoga to children? Or do you think your child might benefit from learning to relax through the non-competitive practice of yoga? This 20-hour workshop is intended for school teachers, parents, yoga teachers, therapists, or anyone interested in learning how to enrich children's lives with yoga practice. Participants will learn how to teach kids yoga classes, how to create theme-based yoga classes, and how to teach self-calming and meditation techniques. In addition to learning how to teach kids yoga poses and yoga games, participants will gain a clear understanding of the age-breakouts for classes and learn techniques for dealing with various behaviors, including special needs. We will learn through doing, by experiencing kids yoga classes and discussing what works well with kids. Each student will have an opportunity to plan, observe, and teach a free kids yoga class on the last day of the workshop. We'll also discuss what it takes to get started teaching and/or start-up a kids yoga business. A Budding Yogis Level I Certificate will be given to each participant if all sessions and the practice teaching session are successfully attended. Some yoga experience required. With Linda Feldman and Geneva Moss. If you need to cancel your registration, please do so at least one week before the workshop, and your fee will be refunded minus a 20% administrative fee. Sorry, no refunds will be given for cancellations made within less than one week of the workshop.

Instructor(s):

Geneva Moss
Linda Feldman

Date and Time:
Friday  --  Fri Jun 28 2013, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday  --  Sat Jun 29 2013, 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday  --  Sun Jun 30 2013, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Cost:
$475.00  --  Early Registration - If registered by Jun 1     [Register Now]
$495.00  --  Per Person - If registered after Jun 1     [Register Now]
$165.00  --  Installment Plan - FIRST Payment due 5/10     [Register Now]
$165.00  --  Installment Plan - SECOND payment due 6/7     [Register Now]
$165.00  --  Installment Plan - FINAL payment due 6/21     [Register Now]


Infant Massage

Massaging babies is an integral part of infant care in many cultures. Research studies have repeatedly demonstrated the benefits of massage for helping babies grow, gain weight, calm themselves, sleep better, and bond with their parents. This workshop is a hands-on instructional forum for babies and their caretakers--mom, dad, nanny, nana, etc.--and is ideal for babies one to six months (alert but not yet crawling). Handouts and massage oil provided. Please bring a blanket and a waterproof pad for your baby. With Luann Fortune, LMT, PhD.

Instructor(s):

Luann Fortune

Date and Time:
Infant Massage  --  Tue Jul 2 2013, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Cost:
$30.00  --  Early Registration (by May 25) or CYC Member     [Register Now]
$35.00  --  Registration (after May 25) and non-CYC Member     [Register Now]
$10.00  --  Extra Adult Participant     [Register Now]


Budding Yogis Half-Day Camp (Ages 4-7)

Full-day camp is for kids ages 4-7. Budding Yogis camp is FUN and full of movement and creativity. Campers get to play outside and be the active kids they are, and they have time to wind down with mindful yoga, journaling, and relaxation. A typical day at Budding Yogis Summer Camp includes Mindful Yoga & Movement, Crafts & Creative Arts, Play at the Park, Group Games, Camp Songs, Relaxation, and Journaling. *Refund Policy: Refunds are provided, minus a $50 administrative fee, if cancelled before May 10, 2013.*

Instructor(s):

Budding Yogis Instructors

Date and Time:
[FULL] July 8 - 12 (9am-12pm)  --  Mon Jul 8 2013, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
July 15 - 19 (9am-12pm)  --  Mon Jul 15 2013, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Cost:
$200.00  --  [FULL] July 8 - 12 (9am-12pm)     [Register Now]
$200.00  --  July 15 - 19 (9am-12pm)     [Register Now]


A Year of Mindfulness: Practicing Deeply Together, Fall 2013-Summer 2014

This year-long program with Annie Mahon is for mindfulness students who have completed at least one introductory course or equivalent experience. Registration includes 7 Saturday workshops, 5 Friday evening workshops, 2 Q&A conference calls, 1 day-long retreat and 1 weekend-long retreat in the mountains of Virginia, and one final closure gathering. View dates and details.

Instructor(s):

Annie Mahon

Date and Time:
Full Year Beginning with Sept 21 Workshop  --  Sat Sep 21 2013, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Cost:
$1950.00  --  Early Registration (by August 15) or CYC Member     [Register Now]
$2100.00  --  Registration (after August 15) and non-CYC Member     [Register Now]