California
Dreaming Series - Southern California
has been the US home for Yoga from when Ashtanga
was first introduced there in the 1970’s.
Today Southern California is ablaze with yoga energy
from the oceans to the trees. Enjoy these magical
classes that capture the vibe and bring the energy
into you!
(90 -100 minutes) - $10.95
In
California Dreaming I – After
a recent trip to California Michael is aglow with
the energy from the land of sun
and surf. A practice with Sun Salutations, Arm Balances,
Pranayama, abdominals like never before and a potent
mediation
to keep it all together. Intermediate to Advanced.
(Nov/11)
In California
Dreaming II – Turn up the
heat for this practice! The Pacific
sands will be blowing at your feet! Salutation B
variations with potent dose of arm strength to give
just the perfect amount of tapas
to keep the tone aglow. Just when you think it is
time for the sun to set over the mountains a wave
appears, but of course with a smile!
All complimented with some deep pranayama &
meditation. Intermediate to Advanced. (Dec/11)
Climbing
Mt. Yoga Series - Climbing up this
mountain. Never thinking it's in vain. Sometimes
rocks will tumble down and they'd get in our way.
Piece by piece with awareness we cast them all aside.
Sometimes optimistically - other times a sigh. The
lessons come to pass with growing inner knowledge
we climb the mountainside – eager intentions
thrive…
(90 -100 minutes) - $10.95
In Climbing
Mt. Yoga I – Ascend or descend,
the choice is yours. A flowing routine that climbs
the walls of Mt. Yoga! Just when you think you are
at the top, the pinnacle is still hidden in the
clouds. A routine that combines the sun salutations,
balance, arm balance, abdominals and inversions.
Intermediate to Advanced. (Oct/10)
In Climbing
Mt. Yoga II – A practice that
actually begins at the top of Mt. Yoga! Can you
remain atop as the winds and rain of yoga pour over
you! A flowing routine that ascends the walls of
Mt. Yoga! The clouds are nowhere to be found and
the pinnacle of Mt. Yoga is yours. A routine that
combines the sun salutations, balance, arm balance,
hip opening, abdominals and inversions. Intermediate
to Advanced. (May/11)
In Climbing
Mt. Yoga III– A practice so
simple with a flowing ease for your mind! The top
of Mt. yoga resides within your mind in a meditative
flow to transcend all that we know. A routine that
combines sun salutation A, balance, mind balance,
hip opening, abdominals and inversions. Beginner
to Intermediate. (Oct/11)
Going
with the Flow Series - No matter
how much structure we create in our lives, no matter
how many good habits we build, there will always
be things that we cannot control — and if
we let them, these things can be a huge source of
anger, frustration and stress. The simple solution:
learn to go with the flow.
“Smile, breathe and go slowly.”
- Thich Nhat Hanh
(80 minutes) - $10.95
Going with
the Flow I – Most importantly,
be able to laugh or you might cry! This series opens
the next step in Michael’s flowing routine.
The alignment is yours physically; the mental alignment
is poised with mindful Buddhist sayings, Yoga Sutra
passages and wisdom which only comes from experience.
A dynamic flow emphasizing the breath. Revolved
Salutations, more balance and even more. Forearm
balances with one, two or no legs at all! All infused
with some intense belly love! Go with the flow!
(Aug/09)
Going with
the Flow II
– A Practice to be ready for! The second in
the going with the flow series opens the next step
in Michael’s flowing routine. The mental alignment
is poised with Dalai Lama teachings, Buddhist passages
and wisdom that only comes from experience. A dynamic
flow emphasizing the breath. Deep flowing Salutations,
focused balance and even levitation. Forearm balances
with one, two or no legs at all! All infused with
some intense abdominals! Go with the flow! (Jul/10)
Going with
the Flow III – Laugh or you
might cry! This series advances the steps in Michael’s
flowing routine. The alignment is yours physically;
the mental alignment is poised with mindful presence.
A slower pace physically, with a mental pace that
can become deafening. A flow emphasizing the breath
with minimal lunges. A comfortable balance and even
a switch from leg to leg! Ariel tricks with one,
two or no legs at all! All infused with mindful
meditation. Are you ready to flow? (Aug/10)
Going
with the Flow IV – A flowing
series of Michael’s rhythmic asanas. Powerful
mental alignment is poised with physical presence.
A structured balance and even a comforting switch
from leg to leg! All infused with mindful meditation.
Open your mind and flow with your body. Intermediate
to Advanced. (Oct/11)
Knowing
the Advancement Series - The advancement
in yoga is commonly associated with the physical.
Any acrobat or gymnast can go further! More physical
is not to be confused with more advanced; in my
opinion less physical is more advanced. Knowing
yourself, trusting yourself and working with yourself.
With that said “Knowing the Advancement”
is to be considered the advancement of yoga. Knowing
yourself and your limitations physically and mentally.
This is a practice with physical direction at a
minimal level, philosophical direction is maximal.
Roll out the mat, dim the lights, quiet the mind
and flow with what is inside.- (90 minutes) - $10.95
In Advancement I: The first in the Knowing
the Advancement Series. Take what you want out of
Michael’s class that is rich with breath,
strength and stretch. Some poses in this audio include:
Sun Salutation Warm-up A & B, Lunges, Balance
Series, One-Legged stretch, Hips, Back, Abdominal
Strength, and Final Rest.
In Advancement II:
The second in the Knowing the Advancement Series.
This class builds upon your existing practice of
advancement. Fluid breath, intention and more stretch
than before! Includes: Sun Salutation Warm-up A
& B, Lunges, Balance Series, Two-Legged stretch,
Hips, Back, Abdominal Stretch, and Meditation.
In Advancement III:
The third in the Knowing the Advancement Series.
This class builds upon your existing practice of
advancement. Fluid breath, intention and more stretch
than before! Includes: Sun Salutation Warm-up A
& B, Lunges, Balance Series, Deeper stretch,
Hip Opening, Abdominal Series, and Final Rest.
Triangle Series
– A non stop routine to build strength,
focus, stamina and flexibility (mental & physical).
All of this based on the triangle pose and it’s
variations. Excellent routine when time is tight
and you are ready to flow! - (60 minutes) - $10.95
In the triangle series: Total hamstrings!
One leg, two legs and no legs. Take what you want
out of Michael’s class that is rich with breath,
strength and stretch. Some poses in this audio include:
Sun Salutation Warm-up A & B, Lunges, Balance
Series, Balancing One-Legged Stretch, Separate Leg
Stretch, and Final Rest.
Gentle
Balance Series - Those new to yoga
can learn how to breathe and find their place in
each asana without
the vigorous movements. Instructions are at a heightened
nurturing level to develop and grow in the practice.
The experienced individual can find the quite time
with themselves without all the continuous movements.
For the days when a yoga practice time is limited
or at the times when the yoga needs to be heightened.
It all begins with a seat of the mind and a deep
breath in! (55 mins) - $10.95
In Gentle Balance I:
The first in the Gentle Balance Series. Take what
you want out of this healing class that is rich
with breath, intention and focus. Some exercises
in this audio include: Pranayama,
Dhyana, Neck
Opening, Warrior Series, Balance Series, One-Legged
stretch, Hips, Back, Twists & Final Rest.
In Gentle Balance II:
The second in the Gentle Balance Series. Take what
you want out of this healing class that is free
with breath, intention and focus. Some exercises
in this audio include: Pranayama,
Dhyana, Hip
Opening, Triangle Series, Spinal Series, Two-Legged
stretch, Closing Twists & Final Rest.
