Upcoming Workshops How to Pre-register for Workshops For all workshops unless otherwise stated place a check made out to Mary Devore in an envelope with your name, phone number, and title of workshop on it. Place it in the mailbox or mail it to Mary Devore 150 Willow St. Bishop, CA 93514. Mary will call or email you to confirm the payment. All workshops are non-refundable unless you have an emergency, then the money will be credited to future classes or workshops. Iyengar Yoga Workshop with Mary DeVore Shoulder and Hip Openers At Healing Arts Center in Mammoth, CA (645 old Mammmoth Rd. Sherwin Plaza II Suite 1) Marrch 14, 2010 Sun 5-7 pm Mary is a certified Iyengar yoga teacher. She teaches regurlarly at ther studio in Bishop. She started practicing yoga at the age of 4 and found Iyengar yoga around 20 years ago. Mary currently studies with Kofi Busia and the Iyengars to further her studies and teachings. Must have prior yoga experience to attend. Please preregister as space is limited. By 3/12/2010: $30 After 3/12/2010: $35 Weekend Yoga Workshop with Senior Iyengar Teacher, Kofi Busia June 25-27, 2010 Fri 6-8pm (Int-Advanced practitioners only) Sat 9am-12pm and 3-5pm (all levels) Sun 9am-12pm (all levels) Kofi Busia, is one of the world's foremost teachers in the Iyengar tradition. A Senior Iyengar teacher, he has been teaching yoga for over 35 years. He started practicing yoga at Oxford University and in the 70's and 80's he studied directly with BKS Iyengar. Kofi currently lives and teaches yoga in Santa Cruz, CA. We are very fortunate to have him come to Bishop. As we explore the asanas, Kofi will share stories, philosophy and insight into the deeper levels of yoga and life. Check out kofibusia.com for more about Kofi. Must have prior yoga experience to attend. Please preregister as space is limited. By 5/1/10: $150 for Sat and Sun or $185 for Fri-Sun After 5/1/10: $170 for Sat and Sun or $200 for Fri-Sun Yoga Intensive with Senior Iyengar Teacher HS ARUN July 19-25, 2010 H.S. Arun is visiting us from Bangalore, India where he teaches yoga at his center Prashant Yogashraya. He started learning yoga in 1974 and began teaching in 1976. He met Guruji (BKS Iyengar) at the Institute in Pune in 1978. Since then he has totally dedicated his life to the propagation of Iyengar Yoga. He takes personal interest in each and every student with a thorough understanding of their strengths and weaknesses and guides them to perform according to their capacities. His continuous research into all aspects of Yoga and its relation to the mental and physical well being of man has helped him to introduce innovative methods of teaching asanas. This in turn helps the students to grasp the finer aspects of the postures. His ever-ready wit and humour enliven the classes. For more info on HS Arun check out yogashraya.org Prior yoga experience required to attend this workshop. Summer Yoga Intensive w/ Mary TBA Mon-Fri 10am-12pm This is a 5-day yoga intensive for those wanting to deepen their practice. Each day will bring a new focus to the body and breathe. Asana and pranayama will be emphasized. Prior yoga experience is required. All levels welcome. $22/class or $110 for entire week if pre-registered otherwise $25/class or $125 for all. Yoga Workshop with Iyengar Teacher, Aileen Epstein-Ignadiou Fall 2010 Aileen Epstein-Ignadiou, a certified Iyengar Yoga teacher since 1983, has traveled to India on numerous occasions to study directly with the Iyengar family. Mother of three children, Aileen studied with the Iyengars while pregnant and used her unique knowledge and training to develop the pre-natal/post-natal program for the prestigious Iyengar Yoga Institute in Los Angeles. Having suffered from upper respiratory illness for many years, Aileen enjoys using yoga to help people overcome and prevent health problems. Since moving to Las Vegas in 1992, she founded and currently serves as president of the BKS Iyengar Yoga Association of Southern Nevada. Check out iyclv.com for more about Aileen. Must have prior yoga experience to attend. Please preregister as space is limited. Winter Yoga Retreat At the Xinalani Retreat Center Peurto Vallarta, Mexico Feb 19th-26th , 2011 Sat-Sat Come enjoy 2 daily yoga classes, stunning beaches, awe-inspiring scenery, luxurious accommodations, healthy meals, pampering services, and plenty of time for relaxation. The following prices include yoga classes, meals, lodging, tips, and a basic surf lesson: Big Palapa: Single $1400 Petite Suite: Single $2060 or Double $1640 Premium Suite: Single $2720 or Double $1900 Eco Chic Suite: Single $3050 or Double $2100 1st Deposit: $250 due asap to hold your spot and choice of accommodation 2nd Deposit: $750 due Aug. 1st 3rd Deposit: $500 due Nov. 1st Final Deposit: Balance due Feb. 1st Refunds available until 12/1/10 (minus a $250 fee) Check out their website at xinalaniretreat.com Weekend Yoga Workshop with Senior Iyengar Teacher, Neeta Datta TBA Through her teaching, Neeta reflects a deep understanding of the Iyengar method. With a joyful and precise approach, Neeta is able to help the student experience the bliss of yoga through learning and practicing the yogasanas. Neeta Datta is blessed to have been initiated into Yoga by Yogacharya Shri BKS Iyengar in 1975, and then studied with him regularly for twelve years, until her move to the United States in 1987. She continues to study at the Ramamani Iyengar Memorial Yoga Institute in Pune during her annual visits to India. She now teaches public classes in Cupertino, CA. For Neeta, Iyengar Yoga is a way of life and not just a few hours of practice a day. Must have prior yoga experience to attend. Please preregister as space is limited.