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March News

2012-02-21T05:28:00.002-08:00

namaste

I write to you during this time of Maha Shivaratri, the celebration of Lord Shiva. Some stories say this is the day that Parvarti, Shiva'e consort, performed great tapas (meditation, fasting, prayer) to keep Shiva safe from evil & so is an auspicious time for practice. Others, and this being my favourite, is that, this is the day Shiva drank the halahala poison (an act of sacrifice and compassion) to enable the dewa's (demi Gods) to obtain the nectar of immortality to restore their strengths and win the universe back from the demons. These mythical stories are not separate from our lives. We live these stories in our modern lives in one way or the other and can look towards the teachings within these stories to make sense of testing times.

I found the Indian saying that grew out of this story -
Amrut paane se pahle Vish pinna padta hai
before you can reap the benefits of success, you have to face many odds in life

Shiva is also the great yogi - he creates, sustains, dissolves, conceals and reveals; all as a part of the great cycle of life, and every single cycle within life. When we invite Shiva's yoga into our hearts, we invite within ourselves, change - either in our attitudes (attachments, ego, etc) or our cycles, habits or patterns.

I love these teachings and these stories, as part of a reminder of the impermanence of everything and a reminder to live each moment well ;-)

om namah shivaya

Some important news

Class Cancelations

Tuesday 28th Feb Hatha 10:00 - 11:15

19th - 23rd March All classes

5 Day Immersion
5-9th March
07:15 - 08:15

So sorry but could you please email me again so if you are coming.
The week costs £30.

Sport Relief

I have note heard back from Sport Relief and i suspect they may spring up on us in the very last minute so if you are participating, please be prepared to at least be there on the 25th March at 08:00

Last but not least. you guys are amazing and i send you my deepest gratitude for sharing your practice with me!

xxx

February News

2012-01-25T10:07:00.000-08:00

Namaste

It has been a truly exciting January for me at the studio and equally outside of yoga. I hope it has been for you too! It has helped me tremendously to keep my focus on my big plans and each week. Just by discussing it in class, I feel the fire for it burning ever so strongly.

I have kept February pretty calm. We have one weekend class and a new beginners course scheduled. If you have any friends thinking about starting up, it would be lovely if you could let them know. March is looking quite busy with the 2^nd Immersion scheduled and 108 for Sport Relief! There is a new ‘schedule’ page on my website now where you can make note of all the events scheduled for the next few months.

The only other thing I have to tell you is that, this year, I have cancelled the Summer Retreat program but look out for two Norfolk weekend retreats coming up this summer-autumn!! Exciting stuff!

As always, I look forward to see you all on the mat – full of love & shinning bright!

Xx juls

Happenings

Weekend Practice

12th February

Sunday 10:30 - 12:00

Vinyasa Flow- Standing Poses

All Levels

£10

Beginners Course

21st February - 27th March

(breaks on the 20th March)

note that this course takes place in my private home studio on Upper ST Giles Street

£45 for 5 weeks

Ahead

2nd Yoga Morning Immersions

5th-9th March

07:15 - 08:15

108 Sun Salutation Challenge for Sport Relief

25th March

08:00 - 12:00

January Excitement!!!

2012-01-12T13:49:00.000-08:00

namaste!!

Wow! What an awesome first week it has been. The classes were buzzing! It was so exciting to see everyone wide eyed and ready to go!! This year, it is all about sustaining our big plan to the end! It is all about supporting each other energetically in class and me personally, I will do everything I can to support your energy in your efforts! Remember to give yourselves a reasonable time to achieve your big plan. Great things come with patient cooking and a lot of love and commitment! I am really looking forward to the year and to all your stories! Be mindful though, that if the big plan does not materialize, know what did materialize along the way and never loose the lessons!

As one of my teachers Sianna Sherman says -Rock the Bhakti!!!

;-)

xx

I have some exciting news in the pipeline!

Sport Relief!!!!!

Sport Relief has requested our participation in their Norwich flagship event! Wooohoooo!!
So ok, it is hard for me as it means being quite public - but it is for a good cause and i have concluded that it has nothing to do with me but about serving a good cause. Please join us! Email me to register your interest. There's no minimum amount to raise. Participation is key. As always, you do not have to do 108 - any number is good! Be apart of it! We are looking out for the possible celebrity who will join us ;-)

108 Sun Salutation Challenge in association with Sport Relief
08:00 - 12:00
Chapelfield Garden
Sponsored or self sponsored

by registration only

Hello 2012! January News

2012-01-04T12:45:00.000-08:00

namaste

Happy new year everyone!!!

I trust you have all had a lovely time over Christmas and celebrated in your own ways, the entering of the new year. It is a pretty special time of the year between Christmas and new year. First, there is the buzz of Christmas and then there is the promise of the new year! There is so much enthusiasm and energy around this time of the year! Lets pace it and maybe we can make it flow all through the year!!

I am so sorry that this news is a little late. I have really enjoyed being disconnected from work for a bit but now am sooooo excited to be starting next week!! I cannot wait to see you all again and all the new friends that flow through our doors this time of the year ;-)

Some news...

Classes resumes Monday 9th January

First beginners course of the year starts on Tuesday 10th January.
I am so happy to re-open my shala to run this course this year.

Studio One is also looking fab and ready to welcome you.

There is a new 'Schedule' page on my website with a list of weekend classes, immersions and courses. Do check it out! The page will be updated regularly with kirtan and sevaa events in the pipeline.

Details of the summer retreat is now out too.

I will keep this super short and save all the excitement for when we meet again!!
See you all soon!!!

namaste

December News!

2011-12-02T02:13:00.000-08:00

Dear Yogin friends

Wow! Just two more weeks with most of you and an extra five days with some of you morning warriors!! I still vividly remember January of this year! It has been a beautiful journey with you all this 2011. For me, it has been both a challenging and beautiful year, and most definitely one of growth. From my heart, I thank you all for being my teachers and my support. Some of you have written really beautiful and meaningful emails to me, of which i am both humbled by and honoured to be a source of your support. But really really - I hope you all realize that the true teachers are yourselves. I am really happy to be able to provide the space and time for us to gather and I am really grateful and thankful that it is appreciated. The community continues to expand and contract, like all things in life but I believe collectively, we have definitely grown stronger. The wheel of events have started turning for 2012 and I am really looking forward to share another year with you.

Gratitude to you, my beautiful friends!
Namaste

nEwS

Classes will end on the 16th December 2011
Full timetable resumes on the 9th January 2012

Time Changes

Monday Intermediate-Advance Vinyasa 18:00 - 19:30
Monday Hatha Yoga 19:45 - 21:00

Weekend Class

Weekend class of the 18th December has been cancelled due to low interest as most of you who would normally come have signed up for the 5 day immersion. Apologies about this.

New Beginners Course

10th January - 7th February
(please refer to the news below for full information. This is also available on the website)

This will be a very personal class of no more than 6 students in my private home studio

5 Day Immersion

There are a few spaces left for this 5 day immersion running from the 19th-23rd December from 07:30 - 08:30 every morning. For those who have booked, I would appreciate it if you could kindly make your payment before the start date.

Cost is £30 for the 5 days or £8 if you are coming to individual sessions (no drop in's so please inform me if you wish to come)

Please note that it is absolutely important that you are on time for these classes.

Coming in 2012!

Summer Retreat of Joyful Heart
25th August - 1st September 2012

This year we will return to the magical Santa Maria del Sole in Puglia. Details will be released in January.

Lookout also for

Karma Yoga Week

Spring Workshop with guest teacher

Last But Not Least

I wish you all a beautiful Christmas and a Happy New Year
May the new year be one of joyful journey's & may you find all that you need within you and all around you. Most of all, may it be full of shanti (peace)!

2012 Beginners Yoga Course

2011-11-26T09:13:00.000-08:00

5 Week Beginners Yoga Course
10th January - 7th February
Tuesday's 19:30 - 20:45

I will be running this 5 week beginners course at my private home studio located on Upper St Giles Street. It is a dedicated yoga space that can accomodate six mats comfortably and so you will get close to the same experience as a private session. Mats and props are provided so you will not need to make any purchases until you are sure this is something you wish to pursue.

This course is open to complete beginners as well as beginners who wish to consolidate their understanding of their practice. It will cover:

(1) Togic Breathing Techniques (Pranayama)

(2) Fundamental Yoga Postures (Yoga Asana)

(3) Basic Meditation and Relaxation Techniques

The aim of the course is to provide you with some grounding in key yoga postures and breath in yoga. It will provide you with some understanding of alignment principles as well as it's benefits and contra indications, so that you may have the confidence to participate in a regular yoga class with ease and confidence. As the group will be small, you will also have the opportunity to align the practice with the strengths / weaknesses of your own body so that you may know how to adapt the practice to your needs, even within a public class.

This is a general Hatha yoga course. The yoga is challenging and invigorating with teachings drawn from various different systems of yoga to accomodate your different needs.The physical aspect of the practice is an accompanying practice to the mental side of the practice that you will notice over time if not immediately. The overall focus of the practice will always be on your wellbeing. Please feel free to email me with your questions. I look forward to sharing the joy of practice with you and to serving you on your yoga journey.

Namaste

* The course cost £45 for 5 weeks.
* You do not need to attend all 5 weeks but any sessions missed will not be replaced.
* Your booking will only be confirmed upon receipt of payment and places are allocated on a first come first serve basis
* There is no parking available on site. Off street parking is available but if often very limited. Off street parking is available around the city or along Earlham Road but again they can be limited. City Center car parks are available within walking distance. Should you continue with classes, ample car parking is available at the other studio so this arrangement will be temporary ;-)

November News

2011-11-11T02:44:00.000-08:00

Dear friends...

Happy 11.11.11!!
It's so much fun to make a fuss of these occurrences! And we should do really! If not, how do we find space to appreciate the big things if we are unable to find the magic in the little things right?
:-)

So anyway, all week I have been theming the class around stability. As I am predominantly a Vata (air constitution) person, this happens to be also one of my favourite practices, that has helped me stay grounded over the years. I feel this is an especially useful practice now because, not only is it a testing time this time of the year but it seems like the world is energetically intense at the moment. Collectively, we seem to be questioning our life paths, seeking higher truths or just feeling a general discontent or restlessness.

I remember when I first started my journey (the one that I am still on), without having anything to anchor on, whatever I learnt just unrooted me even more. It was a good lesson of 'no short cuts for success'. In order to grow and to sustain any expansion, a deeply rooted foundation is so important - followed by continuous mindful work of course ;-)

So for 6 weeks, I am just sharing the practices I use in testing times when i feel uprooted and lost. Some times it works and really helps me stay focus and other times when it had not worked, i had not put my heart into it just because I do not always feel like being in control and i really think it is ok to just some times, loose the plot.

If this is new to you and you are wondering how can yoga asana do this for you; well, in a simplified way (of my understanding) our bodies are amazing. Muscles and cells hold memory (chemically) Sometimes we are working to release these stress, trauma, etc memories and likewise, we can store 'good' memories in them, like how to stay steady. Also, the practice of consistently communicating with our bodies (and our mind selves) result in more mindful actions.

I look forward to see you all in these weeks leading to Christmas and the new year!

Six weeks of grounding

1. Breath
2. Mindful connection to the earth
3. Manas - the mind, surrender
4. Tapas - fire, discipline
5. Open to grace
6. Shine brightly, be free

Infinite peace and love to you!! xx

And some news...
If you would like to come, please email to book. If not enough people sign up, I will cancel it so please do not leave it to the last day if possible (i say this with love)

*previously listed workshops have been cancelled*

18th December, Sunday
Weekend practice - creating space to embrace change
10:30 - 12:30

Ok, we ALL make new year's resolutions, subconsciously or consciously, so why not prepare our bodies and minds for them. Begin to sweep the dusts and feel sturdy and ready for the excitement ahead!

** Classes finish for the year on 15th December 2011

5 days to Christmas
Morning immersion: Flow & Glow for Christmas
19th Dec - 23rd Dec
07:30 - 08:30

With the busyness of Christmas, comes stress and contraction. A different start to the day may anchor you for the rest of the days leading up to Christmas. This 5 day immersion is also intended to help you kickstart your self practice routine and sequence

(we can make it earlier if everyone needs it to be)

£30 paid in advance only

Last but not least...

From the bottom Of my heart, i thank you all for sharing with me, this amaZing year! For coming thru the door with your great big smiles and great big hearts! Of course, without you, the business will be dead, but more importantly, without you, my life would not be half this inspired! And especially thank you to the teachers and trainers who come to share your practice and wisdom. Thank you! thank you! thank you!!! xxxxx

October! Sweet Autumn!

2011-10-13T01:27:00.000-07:00

namaste

I am filled with excitement as I write this! We are moving full speed ahead towards the retreat at Voewood House this weekend! We are looking to welcome the 16 participants to the weekend and another 10 to the kirtan. (It is not too late to sign up for the kirtan by the way! The more the merrier!) It is really going to rock with bhakti! I am especially looking forward to work with London teachers Itai Ivtzan, Victoria Akerstorm who will be assisting during the yoga classes and Jason Kalidas! I am also looking forward to offer the kirtan with Lou Kitchener again!! Explosive! :-)

Apart from all that excitement, it has also been awesome to see you guys back at class! I am aware that I have seen some of you regularly for over four years now! Having the privilege to watch your practice unfold over the years is really special and i continue to thank you for it!

The lovely thing about this job is that you never know who you will meet. Some people come through the door once and some stay. Most will leave impressions (like little footprints) in my sandy beach of life. But whether you come through the door once or a thousand times, when you walk in with your smiles, it really warms my heart especially on poo-ey days. I hope you get the same out of coming to the studio and being with the community.

Big thank you to you all!

With love & infinite light

Some news and updates....

Weekend Practice

30th October
10:30 - 12:30
£10

I will share a story with you and lead you through a 90 minute vinyasa practice with pranayama (& shavasana of course) at the end. The theme of this class will be about reflecting changes around us in our practice.

* by booking only
* weekend classes are not suitable for beginners.

Lunch Classes

Regrettably, I am having to put this class on ice for the moment due to time constraints. Apologies about this..

UEA Yoga Club

To my friends at the UEA, I am so excited to start teaching there on Thursdays and look forward to our new journey of yoga bliss!

Karma Yoga Week

A big thank you to everyone for their participation at the karma yoga class and the 108 sun salut event! We pledged a total of £377 to the Yoga Gives Back event and raised £802.10 for the Norwich Hamlet Trust. A special thank you to Yvonne Kelsey who raised £177 in sponsorship money!! We really enjoyed it and look forward to hosting more events soon ;-)

I am also so grateful and honored to have been invited to be an ambassador to the Yoga Gives Back organisation and look forward to continue working with them. http://yogagivesback.org/ambassadors.php They raised a total of over $27,000 through global efforts and are currently identifying recipients for the funds. What an amazing first event! Next year will surely be epic and we will be there again! <3

See you on the mat x

September Updates

2011-09-20T01:26:00.000-07:00

Dear yogin's

It has been lovely to see you back in class and be back in full swing with classes and events all happening this September!! I look forward to see the rest of you back on your mats soon too ;-) The karma yoga week is happening this week and the first event was a success raising a total of £330 for Yoga Gives Back. We hope to see even more participation next year. It was just so nice to see the Norwich community get together.

For now just a quick update with some changes and news.

Karma Yoga Week
Not too late to join us!

Friday 23rd Sept 7:30 - 9:00pm
Free Kirtan at Studio One

Come and sing along with us. This is nothing serious. In fact, it will probably be quite a laugh. We'll sit around, listen to some mythical stories and have a sing a-long. It's all light hearted and you don't need to be a singer. You'll be amazed at how good the collective voice sounds but it requires participation of all varieties ;-) Bring a cushion to sit on for extra comfort.

Saturday 24th Sept
108 Sun Salutation Challenge for the Hamlet Centre
Little Melton Village Hall

Doors open from 9:30am and we will have to end at 12:30. Just to be clear, you may arrive at any time and do as many as you like / can. Bring dried beans for counting. So if you are not sure about this, bring 108 dried beans and every time you finish a round put one into a cup - or any counting system that will help you. You can take all 3 hours if you wish and have coffee and chit chat in between. We will bring some tea and there should be cake on site that you can buy (all for charity) but you are more than welcome to bring anything you may need. There is a kitchen and room to hang out next to the hall.

Voewood Retreat & Kirtan
14-16th October

Really really... this is going to be a super weekend! So much is on offer, especially from Jason Kalidas and Itai Itvzan! The yoga is going to be simple enough for everyone to come along to including beginners. This is because the focus is on yoga as meditation. Most, if not all, the sessions will be accompanied by live music to take you into that blissful flow. For more advance practitioners, I will also be offering an extra session in between.

Kirtan - Jason will be running the kirtan on Saturday night, 15th October. All are welcomed to come along just for this even if you are not attending the retreat. (£10 pre booked only) I know it is a bit of a travel but it is going to be so worth it. Jason plays for some of the biggest names in yoga in America (and here) and features on various CD's.

Timetable updates

Lunch Classes
My sincerest apologies but lunch classes are cancelled until further notice - probably some time in October

Other Events

Evoke Yoga Fair
16th October at The Dragon Hall

If you are not at the retreat, head on down to Norwich's first yoga fair! Lots of exciting stuff for everyone!! For more information visit www.evokeyogafair.com

Last but not least enjoyyyy xxx

September News

2011-08-27T13:19:00.000-07:00

namaskaram!!

I hope this finds you all well and beaming brightly inside from a beautiful summer! If not, then i hope that whatever is challenging you right now, will eventually throw light on many of your other pathways. August has been a month of awakening for me! One that has been incredibly challenging but also one of growth. I am now really excited about resuming classes and especially excited about the events happening in September!

I am really looking forward to see you all back on the mat soon!! Thank you for your patience whilst i have been away and for your continued support in class and out of class! I am grateful to you all for the beautiful energy you bring each time!

Live fully, shine brightly!

xxjuls

Studio Reopens
Full time table resumes from the 5th September 2011

5 Weeks Towards Self Practice
23rd September - 28th September
Friday (yes) 19:00 - 20:30
£40

Inspired by a recent experience through my friend, I will also be offering a 5 week course on self practice. I have written about it here as it is too long to include it in this newsletter. This course aims to give you a structured, but flexible routine that you can use to cultivate your own practice at home. It is open to everyone except complete beginners as the aim of the course is not to bomb through a class but to understand the sequence so that you can build the practice up over time. Self practice is a very different experience from being in class. It requires commitment and discipline and offers you a deeper understanding of your body and of yourself.

Karma Yoga Week

18th September
Thank You Mother India Global Event - charity class
10:00 - 12:00 St Thomas Church Hall, Earlham Road
£10 donation

This event is open to everyone including beginners. Please pass the word round and invite your friends and help us fill the hall with Norwich yogin's! Four teachers will be leading the class - Abby Hoffmann, Kate Coulson, Lou Kitchener and me. All of your £10 goes to Yoga Gives Back to work towards supporting and empowering women in India.

23rd September
Kirtan & Meditation
19:30 - 20:30 Studio One (might go on longer)
free (donations accepted if not participating in any of the other two events)

Lou and I hope that this will be the first of many kirtan nights at Studio One. Kirtan is call and response singing. Singing is the most powerful and ancient way of establishing a connection with each other and also with yourself. As with many yoga practices that seek to liberate our bodies from tightness, our minds from being contracted, kirtan allows you to liberate your voice. You do not need to be a singer or have any experience in this to come along. Just an open mind to participate and give it a try.

24th September
108 Sun Salutation Challenge
Support of the Norwich Hamlet Children's Shelter
09:30 - 12:30 Little Melton Village Hall
by sponsorship or £10 fee

Yes, the idea is to complete a 108 sun salutations (of any form) within the 3 hours, but you do not HAVE to as nobody is counting other than yourself. This year, it will not be led, although, there will be a corner where some of us will be moving together, so you are more than welcome to join in (any groups around). Otherwise, the idea is that you show up, roll out your mat and at your own pace, complete the challenge. You can rest as much as you need to in between.

We are asking for a minimum £10 fee or sponsorship. If you are asking friends to sponsor you, please tell them that we are raising the funds for the Hamlet Centre Trust in Norwich and perhaps in this way help raise awareness of the amazing work that they do.

These events are open to everyone so please pass the word round.
All these events are also listed on facebook here
108 Sun Salut
Kirtan Night
Charity Class

If you have not signed up and wish to please do drop me a email (or if you have any questions) BIG thank you!!!

Namaste x

August News

2011-07-20T08:47:00.000-07:00

namaste

Wow! Here we are approaching August. This is my favorite month - even when i was living back in Malaysia. It's lovely and warm and everyone seems more relaxed & happier? Back home, it would be the time when diving is at it's best. Or maybe i just love the number '8' - conditioned by the Chinese mind that this is lucky. I also love the look of the number and love that it is also the sign of infinity.

So anyway, this is going to be the first year that I have decided to run a reduced timetable for August - not so much because that it is my favorite month, but because, as with previous years, this is also the quietest month, so I am going to take this opportunity to catch up with my family and friends. I do apologize for any inconveniences and hope that you will be able to make some of the classes and enjoy the lovely days of summer! <3

* Change of weekend class*
Kindly note that the class that is meant to run on 31st July (Sunday) will now run on the 30th instead. Please email to let me know if you can still come along to this class of lots of happy backbends ;-)

Here are the changes for August (only August)

There will be no classes running the first and last week of August
1st - 8th August (Monday-Monday)
29th August - 4th September (Monday - Sunday)

There will be no day time classes for all of August.

There will be no Monday evening classes for all of August.

All the classes running throughout August will be general level classes adapted to suit all levels of experience

Just to clarify, these classes will be running:

Tuesday 18:00 - 19:15

9th
16th
23rd

Wednesday 19:30 - 21:00

10th
17th
24th

** Full timetable resumes on the 5th September 2011 **

Please book

I will be putting up a booking sheet at the studio and am asking that you please book your slot, just in case, the classes fill up. You can also email me which slots you wish to book and i can pop your name down for you

Other News

This year, all the sevaa is happening in September! Your support and participation means a lot to the many people who benefit from these events. It would be awesome if you are able to make any or all of these events. It will also be an opportunity to meet with the other yogin's in Norwich and to offer back to yoga what it offers us in our lives..

Yoga Gives Back (YGB) Global Event
'Thank You Mother India'
18th September 2011
10:30 - 12:30

This will be a multi teacher class taught by Kate Coulson, Abby Hoffmann, Lou Kitchener and me. Class cost £10 and proceeds go to YGB. You can read more about this on the website here. All are welcome but please do book your space. The venue will be announced in August.

108 Sun Salutation Challenge
Little Melton Village Hall
09:30 - 12:30

This is a sponsored sun salutation challenge to raise money for a local charity (this will be announced in September) You can also click on the link above for more information.

Newsss! July

2011-06-28T04:42:00.000-07:00

namaste!! namaskar!!

I am writing to you on this gloriously muggy day and want to share this quote i've just heard from Buddha that reminded me of our teacher, Douglas Brookes' words a few weeks ago;

What we are, we think.

All that we are arises with our thoughts.

With our thoughts, we make the world.

The idea of each individual affecting the universe is so beautiful. The universe really only exist through our consciousness. All our words, thoughts and action affects life in some way or other. For me, this idea makes life just a little more meaningful, especially on days when it seems quite pointless, being bombarded with news of despair. Anyway....

Enjoy! enjoy! enjoy! Bounce around, connect with friends new and old, shine brightly, swim in the sea, feel the sun on your face, close your eyes...be absolutely magnificent!

hopefully also,

still see you on the mat some time ;-)

lots love to you all!!

Studio News

Tuesday Gentle Yoga

Effective from the 5th July, Tuesday's Gentle Yoga will now run as a Hatha Yoga / Intermediate 50+ Yoga class and will run from 10:00 - 11:15am.

50+ Cancelation

There will be no class on Thursday 14th July

Weekend Practice

Sunday 31st July

10:30 - 12:00

Heart Opening Vinyasa Flow

£10

This month, we will be exploring backbends in a vinyasa flow, to open our chest, back psoas, hip flexors and hamstrings (did i miss anything?) This will be a mixed level class with lots of variations on offer!

Come play! (but please email to book)

Guest Events In Norwich

Yoga for the Seasons with Rachel Zinman

July 22-24

An opportunity to deepen your Yoga practice by learning about Ayurveda (the science of life) and how it influences your practice.

This workshop will explore specific sequences for each season incorporating the science of ayurveda and specific Hatha yoga and Tantric practices such as asana, pranayama, mudra, mantra and meditation.

£25 for each session or £75 for the weekend

You can find more information here

Summer Yoga With Anansua

If some of you remember Anasua from the Sivananda class at the shala / Hatha / morning vinyasa class, you might be interested to know that from 5th July - 23rd August, she will be teaching a mixed level Hatha class at the Innerspace from 18:00 - 19:00. You can contact her at anasua.sarkaroy@gmail.com for more information or just drop her a line of support ;-)

Exciting Upcoming Events

Thank You Mother India - A Yoga Gives Back Global Event

Charity Class

17th September 2011
more news ahead

2nd Norwich YogaAid Challenge

24th-25th September 2011
more news ahead

2nd Voewood Autumn Retreat

14th-16th October 2011
check out the link here or read about it in the June news below x

June News

2011-06-04T07:51:00.000-07:00

Namaste Yogin's and Yogi's

I have just returned from immersing in the stories of Shiva's yoga, the dance of bliss- ananda tandava, full of inspiration and am so looking forward to share some of that with you this month and most definitely at our retreat this year. I was fortunate again to be in the company of magnificent beings, hear their stories and learn from their strength. These stories are precious lessons that no study, books or therapy can ever offer in this magnitude....awe-inspiring!

While i was away, i hope you enjoyed the classes taken by my friends Katie Dann and Kate Coulson. I have not had a sub-teacher for some years and so am grateful to them for taking the classes and look forward to returning the favor end of this month when i take Kate's class. If any of you fancy even more yoga, then you are most welcome to join me ;-) More information coming soon. Till then, so looking forward to see you all next week! xxx

This month's studio and yoga news:

Weekend Practice

19th June 2011
10:30 - 12:00
£10

In keeping with this month's Nataraja theme, this weekend practice will be a vinyasa flow practice around the dance of the breath and exploring opposite's - Shiva-Shakti play.
Challenging practice for all except new beginners. Please email me if you are not sure.
As with all weekend practices, kindly email to book ;-)

Retreat at Voewood

Living With Full Awareness
14th-16th October 2011

Join us this autumn for our second year at the lovely property of Voewood House. This year we will be joined by Dr. Itai Ivtzan, an amazing yoga practitioner and a professor of psychology in London. His Psychotherapy work focuses on deconstructing harmful habits and he will be leading and offering various forms of meditation techniques during this weekend.

The yoga this year will a moving meditation yoga along the same theme. Some sessions will be accompanied by Jason Kalidas on the tabla or flute, followed by sound work at the end of the session.

There will be four sessions of yoga and four sessions of meditation and a choice of participating in the whole program, just yoga or just meditation.

Click here for more information
Early bird prices end 1st July

Prices:

Whole program £240 / £270
Yoga / Meditation £200 / £240

Includes:

Two nights accommodation in a double room
Two breakfast
One lunch
Two dinners
Kirtan is included

All meals will be organic vegetarian catered from a local chef

If you are interested, please do book early. You can choose to pay in installments

Voewood website www.voewood.com

Itai's site www.awarenessisfreedom.com

Jason's site www.jasonkalidas.com

Kirtan at Voewood

15th October 2011
20:30 - 22:30
£10

During our weekend at Voewood, we will also be running a kirtan night, weather permitting, outside, around the bonfire. The kirtan (live music class and meditation) will be led by Jason Kalidas, who is am awesome flute and tabla musician, who often plays with Dave Stringer. Not to be missed!! Please come and join us. We can work out shared transport to the venue between the kula

I am so excited to be presenting these amazing teachers and beings this autumn and hope you will be able to participate in one way or another. If you are thinking about coming for the whole event, do book early.

And finally, have a lovely June!!! See you on the mat!

infinite love, light and peace to you

xxj

May News

2011-04-26T09:14:00.000-07:00

Dear Yogin friends!

Check out the beautiful blossom from my little garden! It was gorgeous as ever; now covering my courtyard floor with a blanket of pink! :-) This is such a beautiful time of the year! It is really a feast for the eyes, not to be missed!

All of April, we have been working on hip openers, especially the psoas muscles, with some discussion surrounding finding freedom or space, through stability. We have been working on tuning into our hands and feet to cultivate strong grounding, that enables us to open our bodies freely in our asana. If you do not already know, all the principles of alignment come from Anusara Yoga. I have really enjoyed working on this topic in April, freedom being one of the most important aspect of life to me, perhaps even before love- maybe joint first ;-) I hope you have enjoyed it too and most importantly, have found it helpful.

Thank you all again, for your enthusiasm and participation! I look forward to see you on the mat! Below are some news for May.

namaste

xj

Breaks

Kindly note that there will be no classes from the 9th-12th May when I will be teaching on retreat

Bank Holidays

2nd May

All evening classes will run as normal.
Students from other classes are welcome to join us.
Note that the 6pm class will run longer than usual.

30th May

No classes will run

Weekend Practice

22nd May 2011 (Sunday)
10:30 - 12:00

I have no idea yet what this weekend practice is going to be, so I am going to embody the flow, as my teacher would say and see what presents itself closer to the 22nd ;-) All weekend practices are intermediate - advance but please check with me if you would like to come but am not sure - no harm asking ;-)

* If any of you have a few minutes to spare after class, I would be so grateful if you could stay back to help wipe down all the mats. x

Lunch Classes

Participation in the Monday lunch class has been weak recently and for this reason I am suspending the class till after summer. However, should you wish to continue with the class, please email me and let me know also if you prefer to have the class as a core class or a vinyasa class and i will run the class when there is enough participants, at any time (starting June maybe)

Wednesday lunch classes run as normal.

;-)

April Classes

2011-04-12T01:51:00.000-07:00

Classes on the 13th and 14th April have been cancelled.

These extra classes will run in April:

Sunday 17th April 2011
10:30 - 12:30
A weekend of arm balances!

Bank holiday Monday 25th April
18:00 - 19:30
Intermediate Vinyasa Flow

March News

2011-02-25T03:39:00.000-08:00

frogs in mousehold heath

namaste dear friends

Can you believe that spring is approaching?? The community at Studio One has been so amazing! There has been a lovely buzz in the studio from both the yoga and pilates community and Amanda and I are really pleased that the space has provided the opportunity for us to gather each evening to share our stories and enjoy our practice. We look forward to continue to serve you in your practice. Thank you for sharing this wonderful space and your beautiful energy

As always, i look forward to see you on the mat.

with love
juls

N e w s

Holiday

Sorrryyyy... there will be no class from the 7th - 11th March 2011 as i am being treated to a birthday trip :-))

Friday Core Flow

4th March 2011
19:00 - 20:00
£8
*Please email to book*

Join me this evening for an hour of core cultivation! The strength and stability of most yoga asanas originate from the core. Building stability here not only helps to build stability in your overall yoga practice, but also helps protect your other muscles from straining, especially your back muscles. This practice can be easily done at home so i will do my best to doodle an flow sheet for you to take home with you.

It will be hard work but it is suitable for everyone!

Saturday Class

26th March 2011
10:30 - 12:00
£10
*please email to book*

Divine Hips!
This weekend's practice will focus on hip openers! From an energetic and subtle body point of view, we tend to hold a lot of stress and negative emotions in our hips. Stretching out this area should help ease away some of the tension that we hold in our body...

This class is suitable for everyone except beginners. If you would like to attend but am unsure, please do ask before excluding yourself ;-)

* Don't forget to leave some time for coffee and cake after class

Day Time Classes

Amanda and I have started running two additional day time community classes.

Gentle Hatha
Tuesday 10:15 - 11:15.
This is a restorative class that works on slow, deep stretches and is open to everyone

Core Conditioning Pilates
Thursdays 13:15 - 14:00.
Both classes cost £4 drop in.

* Amanda is also running a post natal class on Tuesdays 11:30 - 12:30. Babies welcomed!

Finally...

Now the classes are busier, there is less time for me to personally connect to each and every one of you. Please do know that I do notice, each and every time you are there. Some of you are more inclined to come up to me for a chat and others a bit shyer so i will never get to speak to everyone. However, I am always available on email, so if you ever want to ask any questions or just make a comment, please feel free to drop me a line. It may take me some time to respond, and sometimes, i will respond by chatting to you in class, but i will always read it and appreciate that you have taken the time to contact me. Your presence is never taken for granted and when you decide to leave, your absence is understood.

February News

2011-01-25T07:52:00.000-08:00

Dear Yogini’s &Yogi’s

Namaskar!

January focus has been all about being kind to ourselves. The idea is that, by cultivating this habit, we will begin to feel rooted within ourselves so that we may reach out and serve those around us. I hope you have found the focus helpful in some way or other.

This February we continue to strengthen our intentions and focus this month on heart opening backbends that build courage and provide the sort of energy that drives us to reach out to others :-)

Last but not least, it has been so lovely to see you guys back in class and a very BIG welcome to all who have just joined us!! I have a tendency to miss my friends and family back in Malaysia but it has been easier this year, having returned to class and reconnecting with friends & family, inside and outside the yoga circle. Thank you from my heart!

xx juls

IMPORTANT NEWS

There will be no class on Tuesday 1st February – Thursday 4th February 2011

You are all invited to feed into class on Monday, either at 6:00pm or 7:30pm

However, please contact me to reserve a space as there may not be enough space to accommodate everyone.

Alternatively, please come along to class on Sunday, 30th January (see below)

Sunday Class

Heart Opening Vinyasa Flow

30th January 2011, Sunday

10:30 – 12:00

£10

This will be the first of a series of heart opening vinyasa flows. Sorry, but this class is not suitable for beginners L Please email or text me to book.

New Tuesday Morning Class

Starting 15th February

Gentle Hatha

This is a gentle hatha class that will focus on deep stretching and restorative asana's

10:30 - 11:30

£4

2011 Retreat

This year I will be holding two retreats in Puglia. There is something really special about Puglia. It is said to be a spiritual place, and I really felt it when we were there last year. It was not a big magical revelation – just a feeling….. this is why I have decided to hold both retreats there this year. I hope that some of you will be able to join us at this beautiful place! You can find more information about it on my website here http://www.juls.co.uk/retreats.html

The 50+ retreat is open to everyone (pensioners) including those with no yoga experience. The yoga is challenging but assessable to everyone. Please do pass the word round to anyone whom you think might enjoy the experience.

Infinite love & light to you

January 2011 News

2011-01-04T08:02:00.000-08:00

Dear Yogini’s & Yogi’s

Namaskar! Namaste!!

HAPPY NEW YEAR my dear friends!!!

I hope this finds you all in good spirit and good health!!

I am writing to you today from my home in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, where I am enjoying my last few days of tropical weather. This time is always so difficult for me, as I still feel so torn between my life here and my life back in Norwich. In these times, I am fully aware of how fortunate I am to have so much love spread across opposite ends of the world (more or less?) and I am grateful to the universe for this, despite how heart breaking it can be.

Having said all that, after four weeks away from Studio One, I am raring to get back to reconnect with all of you! I’ve picked up some interesting yoga along the way and can’t wait to share it with you! Along with some usual insights or eureka moments I have when I am on the mountain – some of my friends call it “cosmic waffling” – cynics! LOL

So, just a reminder that classes resume next week, 10^th January 2011, starting with the lunch class at 12:30pm. Kindly note the change of class schedule below. I am reeeeally looking forward to see you all again!! ;-)

xx juls

Spread the news! Pass on the yoga! ;-)

IMPORTANT NEWS

Changes to class schedule

Kindly note of the following changes:

Monday 12:30 – 13:15 Core Flow

This 75 mins lunch time class focuses on building core stability and is open to everyone

Monday 18:00 – 19:15 Vinyasa Flow Open

This is no longer a beginner’s class. This class is similar to the class held on Wednesdays 19:30

Monday 19:30 – 21:00 Hatha Yoga Open

This class is no longer running on the Sivananda Yoga format, but along the same principles; poses are held longer and there is a strong emphasis on alignment. It is a challenging class, suitable for all levels except complete beginners

Tuesdays 18:00 – 19:15 Vinyasa Flow Beginners +

This is the class that was previously running on Mondays.

I hope the changes to the schedule and classes make it a bit more available to all. There will also be at least one Saturday / Sunday class a month, each with a difference focus.

Saturday / Sunday Classes

Heart Opening Vinyasa Flow

30^th January 2011, Sunday

10:30 – 12:00

Break

There will be no classes from Tuesday 1^st Feb – 3^rd Feb as I will be away on training. I am so sorry about this!! I tried really hard to avoid being away so soon after returning. I am grateful for your patience.

Fees

There will be no change to fees.

Lunch drop in £7

Evening drop in £8

Weekend classes £10

2^nd class of the week £5 (not applicable on weekends)

10 class pass £70 valid for 6 months

Students £1 off drop in rate

Pensioners’ class £3 donation

5 Weeks Beginners Course

20^th January – 24^th February 2011

For the full course outline, please visit this link http://www.juls.co.uk/beginners.html

The course is for complete beginners as well as beginners who wish to consolidate their understanding of their current practice.

2011 Retreat

This year I will be holding two retreats in Puglia. There is something really special about Puglia. It is said to be a spiritual place, and I really felt it when we were there last year. It was not a big magical revelation – just a feeling….. this is why I have decided to hold both retreats there this year. I hope that some of you will be able to join us at this beautiful place! There are 4 spaces to fill in both the May retreat and August retreat. You can find more information about it on my website here http://www.juls.co.uk/retreats.html

The 50+ retreat is open to everyone (pensioners) including those with no yoga experience. The yoga is challenging but assessable to everyone. Please do pass the word round to anyone whom you think might enjoy the experience.

Infinite love & light to you

November News

2010-11-23T03:34:00.000-08:00

Oh wow! Here we are, nearing the end of 2010! This year has been a challenging one for me, in the julee-sense of things. I do appreciate that however challenging my life is, it is an easy and privileged one! Having said that, I am ready for a holiday! It feels like i have worked through 2010 - which i have. I strongly believe that with the intensity of life these days, it is so important to just take some time out of your usual schedule - even if it were just for the weekend, although, really, it probably takes a week to completely relax. Some 100% me time - just for yourself. It is not possible to continue to serve those around you - family, work, etc, if you have not served yourself well to begin with.

I have started to feel this in my work. I seem to have to put a lot more into it these last few weeks. Although i have had many weekends in London doing yoga, and a week away in Puglia teaching and relaxing, i do not think that has been enough. It is also starting to reflect on my relationships with everyone. So i am ready now to go off in 3 weeks time :-)

I will miss you all, as i always do when i am gone, and hope that you will enjoy some time out if you are not visiting other teachers in the meantime. And i wish you all a very happy holiday, full of joy and full of love!!!

namaste xx

NEWS

Last Class will be on the 12th December 2010

This is on a Sunday from 10:30 - 12:00

If you wish to come along, please email or please let me know in advance

Classes resume fully

10th January 2011

Most classes are now classified as 'Open'. This means suitable for all except absolute beginners.

New for 2011

2011 Events

20th Jan - 24th Feb

5 Week Beginners Yoga Course

Thursdays 6.00 - 7.00pm or 7.30 - 8.30pm

7th - 14th May

50+ Retreat at Santa Maria del Sole, Puglia All are welcomed (3 spaces available)

1st - 8th Aug

Summer Retreat, Puglia (4 spaces available)

Look out also for the Norwich Yoga Aid Event!!

Lastly, a HUGE thank you to all who participated at the Voewood Retreat. I hope the weekend away provided you with some rest and some rejuvenation. I really enjoyed the time there. As always, the company was brilliant!! Some new friends were made and old one's re-established! It is an amazing property and we were so so privileged to have had the whole place to ourselves to freely roam as we pleased! Even bigger THANKS to Indra and Amy for the karma yoga they did over the weekend! It would have been a mess without their kind contribution!! LOL You can see photo's of the event (and all events past and future) here http://giddylife.smugmug.com/

I am also pleased to tell you that through classes, i have managed to raise £800 for the kichanga foundation and hope the new pot will continue to grow towards more lovely projects like these. You can read about it here

Lastly, thank you all for such a brilliant year!!

for making all of this possible!

October 2010 News

2010-10-12T12:03:00.000-07:00

namaskar

The trees are really shedding their leaves now. The air is full of anticipation...preparation. Plants are driving their roots deep into earth, animals are preparing to hibernate. As we are a part of this amazing transformation, it too is time for us to prepare ourselves. Funny... in my last news, i mentioned about keeping the heat we have accumulated during the summer months- but instead i have learnt that actually we need to get rid of excess heat otherwise it will dry out in the body and cause digestive distress. November is going to be all about tending to our fire, cleansing from the inside, letting go of all that will hold us down in the colder months and all that does not serve us at this moment. I hope you enjoy the last few weeks of practice for 2010 with me.

blessings and infinite love to you

Saturday Sevaa Practice

13 th November 2010

10:00 - 12:00

£10

Please fill the room for this saturday practice and rock the space with your vibration! All proceeds go the Kichanga Foundation to help them get on the way to build more classrooms for the children at Michanvi school in Zanzibar. You can read about the foundation here http://kichanga.blogspot.com/

Autumn Weekend Retreat

20th-21st November 2010

Voewood House

Don't miss this opportunity to spend the weekend at the beautiful Voewood House. Take a weekend away from routine and busyness and join us for a weekend of good food, awesome company, lots of yoga, big bonfire, sitting around the bonfire, sharing kirtan and indulging in some rest, massage, or lovely beach walks! It will also be full moon on Sunday, so fingers crossed, we will have clear skies and a beautiful moon to sing under!

Price:

£150 per person includes:

Saturday- two yoga classes, brunch, dinner and an overnight stay

Sunday- breakfast and one yoga class

£80 per person includes

Saturday- two yoga classes, brunch, dinner and bonfire kirtan.

£100 per person includes:

Over night stay at Voewood, brunch and dinner on Saturday, breakfast on Sunday

(non yoga participant)

it is all about vinyasa and prana flow yoga to leave you glowing through the winter months!

9th December will be the last class of 2010

Do take this time to explore other classes or just take some time out of class practice, into self practice. (There are some Vinyasa sequences on my very first few blogs if you would like some references here here)

Classes resume on the 10th January 2011.

2011 Retreats save a date or email me if you are interested ;-)

I realize that i said it was going to be my last retreat this year, but i realized this year that i really enjoy teaching at retreat, and that it is worth the work leading up to it. It is just lovely having no time constraints and sharing in this way and in this environment. So here i am again!

7th - 14th May 2011

Yoga Retreat for 50+ at Santa Maria del Sole, Puglia

(4 spaces available)

for details, click here

1st - 8th August 2011

Summer Retreat at Masseira Della Zingara, Puglia

(6 spaces available)

for details please click here

enjoyyyyy!

Om Shanti, Shanti, Shanti

September News

2010-08-30T03:22:00.000-07:00

namaskar to you all...

As the weather turns, lets keep all the warmth in our body accumulated over the summer months, through our practice and keep our spirits warm through the kula! After just a week away, enjoying the peace of Santa Maria del Sole in the Puglia region, i am looking forward to see you all again, and especially those who have been away all summer!

This newsletter comes with a few reminder of events happening this month:

* 2nd September 2010

6 Weeks Beginners Course

Thursdays 6.00pm - 7.00pm

There are 2 spaces left on this course. The course is open to complete beginners or those wishing to consolidate their understanding of yoga asana practice. Booking is essential as the drop in option is not available for this. x

* 12th September 2010

108 Sun Salutations for charity and to connect to the global community

09:30am - 12:00pm

Please do come along even if you do not think you can finish 108 sun salutations. It is just an effort to connect to the Norwich yoga community and for the Norwich community to connect to the global community. You have 2 weeks to raise some funds if you wish, but otherwise it is free to participate!! All is needed is your time (but please do register with either Lou or me if you wish to come along)

* 25th & 26th September 2010

Brian Cooper's Workshop

09:30 - 12:00 and 13:30-15:30

Don't miss this rare opportunity to study with Brian in a small group of only 20!

Studio One is slowly taking shape and I am proud to say that work will be completely done by next week. The space has been created lovingly for you, so please do feel it belongs to us collectively and enjoy it as it is yours! ;-)

peace, love & light

Summer 2010 News

2010-06-22T01:07:00.000-07:00

Dear Yogini’s & Yogi’s

Namaskar!

Apologies for not communicating any news for some months! Initially, it was because I did not have any exciting news for you and then things just got all mad and exciting as I started my search for a new yoga space! As most of you already know, we are moving!! YAY!!!! The new studio/ school will be known as Studio One and will run a full schedule of yoga and pilates. I am also excited to introduce to you, my new friend and partner, Amanda Carey who will be running all the pilates classes.

The new address will be at Studio 1, Capitol House, 4-6 Heigham Street. Capitol House is just across the road from Toys R Us and Studio 1 is located on the top floor. (see map below) There will be lots of additional spaces to receive new friends into our kula! (but do bear with us for a bit while we continue to update and improve the studio) Drop in is now available.

Officially, I am moving in on the 28th June but classes will start running from Studio One on the 14th June! I look forward to welcoming you all into the new space and as always, thank you from my heart for your support!!

Please spread the news and pass on the yoga! ;-)

xx juls

IMPORTANT!! - class cancelation

THERE WILL BE NO CLASSES ON THE 16TH (WEDS) & 17TH (THURS) JUNE

Karma Yoga – yoga as service / for charity

If you know of any “mature” friends or relatives who may benefit from some light yoga, please do invite them to come along to the 50+ class on Thursdays, 10.00am – 11.15am, at the new studio. The recommended fee of £3 is optional and all proceeds will go towards a charity.

In addition to this, all proceeds from Saturday classes will also go towards charity. Saturday Vinyasa classes are open to everyone except complete beginners (ie: never ever done any yoga before) Please do come along once a month to support this.

I am raising money to support a small children’s home back in Malaysia. The home is run by a couple with very little support from the government or sponsors. Any small amount of money raised here will go a long way there. For more information about the cause I am raising money towards, please read my blog (which will be ready soon lol)

Also, if anyone knows of any person locally, who is doing amazing work in our community and would like to run a class to raise some funds towards their cause, please do not hesitate to speak to me. x

Saturday Practice

Starting July, there will be a Saturday practice every 3rd Saturday of the month. Saturday practice will be energizing & challenging but suitable for everyone except complete beginners.

All classes are £9

Mats

As the mats will no longer be in my home where I can easily wash them every weekend, there’s going to have to be a new “system” to keep them fresh (especially in summer) You will find a spray with water in the studio that you can spray over your mat and wipe down with a kitchen roll before (or after if you were really sweaty – thanks) each use. Alternatively, there will be a basket of Jo-Sha mat wipes that you can purchase for 50p each (that is how much they cost – & this will go into the charity fund box) You’re free to buy them for your own mats as well. I use them and think they are brilliant!!

Brian Cooper Ashtanga Vinyasa Workshop

25th & 26th September 2010

You can reserve your space now. No payment required.

Studio One Time Table

coming soon!

Map

Oops – I can’t get a map but here’s the link

http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=Heigham+Street,+Norwich&sll=53.800651,-4.064941&sspn=13.805515,31.289063&ie=UTF8&hq=&hnear=Heigham+St,+Norwich,+Norfolk+NR2,+United+Kingdom&ll=52.638089,1.281066&spn=0.013829,0.030556&z=15

Parking

There is street parking on Heigham Street itself. If this is not available, there is paid parking on the other side of the road (or Toys R Us – but I am not sure what the situation is?) Basically there’s ample parking around the area. I believe there is a bicycle rack across the road at the paid car park / toys r us. We will work it out together when we've been in the building for a few weeks.

2010 Summer Retreat in Puglia, Italy

Join me this year in Italy www.santamariadelsole.it The retreat will be running from the 20th – 27th August 2010 Retreats are a great way to take yourself away from life’s chaos (not necessarily a bad thing) to reconnect with yourself, share passion and inspiration. Santa Maria del Sole is a magical spiritual place, perfect for a week of rest, relaxation and rejuvenation.

Please do join my facebook group ‘Yoga with Julee’ for regular updates and news.

As always, please let me know if you no longer wish to hear from me – do not feel bad about it, there is enough information darting around the www as it is so i understand.

Infinite love & light to you always!

xxj

December!!

2008-11-10T04:37:00.000-08:00

Dear Yogi’s & Yogini’s

Alas, the time has come for me to leave you briefly. I do apologize for breaking your practice at this time. I felt this was the best time to do this. Although my main reason for going away is for training, I’ve also felt it was time for me to take a break to re-charge & spend some time with family & friends back home. I shall most definitely be thinking of you all in the month I’m away, sipping pina colada by the pool while I plug your 2009 classes!! Hahahaha I’m kiddingggggggg. It’s not quite like that ;-)

Some reminders before I leave you.

Classes in December (led by Christine) are now fully booked & there are students waiting to see if they can get on it. For this reason, I will be stamping your cards or collecting your class fees in advanced to confirm your spaces. Please do not turn up for class if you have not booked as there will be no space to fit you in & it would be awful to have to turn you away.

The following lunch classes will be running on a pay-as-you-play basis. The classes will run from 12:30 – 1:30 & led by Christine.
4th December
18th December

Classes resume as normal from 6th January 2009. Please refer to the website for new timetable. (click on the link for temporary site) If you are driving, please remember not to park at the front of the school as the gates will be locked. Ample parking is available at the back of the school. Drive down Surrey Street, turn left & left again, you will see the parking sign for Notre Dame School. The Gym is in the new building on the right of the car park. Enter through the glass door & turn right down the corridor. I will be standing by the first week to look out for you. Please remember to bring your own mats.

Thai massage is free for all my 2008 students in January & February. (One each) Please book your time with me as soon as possible. Give me a few slots just in case someone else has booked it. These are the available slots from Jan 5th:

Mondays 9:30 – 11:00 12:30 – 13:30 17:00 – 18:30 (flexible)
Tuesdays 12:30 – 13:30 16:30 – 18:00
Fridays 10:00 – 11:30
Saturdays 11:00 – 12:30 (not all Saturdays)

This is a Northern style Thai Massage that is similar to yoga stretching. Come in loose clothing otherwise I will provide you with some (if you are coming from work)
Bookings for the retreat will open in January. If you are thinking about coming along, it would be great if you could make a booking by end February some time as numbers around this time will affect my decision about the retreat. As I’ve mentioned, I am only really interested in running a retreat with my own students.

Booking for the January beginners’ course is now open. You can contact Claire for further details / booking forms, etc. on 07530 748 898 or on this email.

I’m really sorry but I have decided not to sell anymore mats or yoga products for the time being as it is difficult enough to find a balance between teaching for love & teaching for a living so I have decided to leave the commercial bits to someone else, some other time ;-) However, I will be happy to recommend mats if you’d like me to.

And FINALLY……

Enjoy your December!!!
I wish you all a Christmas of peace & happiness & look forward to see you all in 2009. May love & light shine on you throughout your journey into the new year & may you find renewed well being all round.

OM Shanti
Juls x

November News

2008-10-21T01:50:00.000-07:00

Dear Yogi's & Yogini's!!

Thank you to those of you who made it to the workshop on the 17th October!
I had a really good time working with you all in this way & i was really inspired by how hard some of you worked & how much you took in during the evening!! I just think you're all fabulous!!
Those of you who could not make it, I am sorry i could not arrange a better slot & look forward to seeing you in the next workshop! I will really miss you all in December! You can be sure that i will be always thinking of you while plugging our 2009 classes. (I will however, probably be sitting in a lot of cafes, in the sun while i do this.... & sending you lots of sunshine vibes!!!!! *cheeky*)
Meantime, i will be uploading as many sequences on my blog as possible. I hope you will take this opportunity to take charge of your own practice & experience yoga in a different light, being your own teacher. (i also hope you will hear me in the back of your head somewhere "lift up! reach up! lenghtennnn!!!!" <--- something like that.... or just experience complete peace & calm!! *LOL*)

IMPORTANT NOTICE

29th November marks the last day of class with me for 2008 as i break for holiday / training in December. CHRISTINE will teach the following dates: 3rd, 4th, 11th & 17th December 7.30-9.00pm. Please book your space as soon as you can.
Classes resume on Tuesday, 6th January 2009 at new locations (see below)
My website is being "reconstructed" & will only be ready in the new year. In the meantime, please log on to http://sites.google.com/site/juleeyoga/ Please let your friends know if they are interested in starting classes. See below

Other News

I will be teaching on the following Saturdays at The Yogaroom

1st November
22nd November

Jessica will be teaching on the 15th November. This class will be suitable for everyone who comes on Saturday
Abby will be teaching the full primary series on the 29th November. This class is not suitable for beginners.

Changes for 2009 including new classes & location

I will be running a 6 weeks beginners yoga course on the 15th January 2009.The course will be on Thursdays from 18:00 - 19:15 (see website for details) Please do pass the word round. If your friend signs up, you will receive all your February classes for free
If you know of any "seniors" who might benefit from yoga, please do let them know that i run a class for seniors at a small cost. The class is very different from any classes that i teach ;-) It's a very traditional, slow & easy practice. One of my student is 70 & does really well in it! The class builds especially on balance, which is so important in our older years to prevent falls. It is also a lovely sociable class as everyone sits down for coffee/tea after class.
Please come to class the first week. I'll be drawing names for free Thai Massage if you're interested. 4 names per class. Otherwise, i will be offering an introductory rate of £15 to all my students. (one per student... i am sorry but i don't think i will have enough energy to keep up with all of you should you all descend onto me more than once during this time)
Please look at this link for timetable & maps http://sites.google.com/site/juleeyoga/Home/timetable-4

......& finally

With all the changes ahead, i am sure i will be faced with some challenges. I feel excited & at the same time slightly nervous. The gym will not be as "romantic" as the studio we've all been so accustomed to but i trust that the energy brought together will still be the same. As always, i will bring to you, all that i can & hope to continue to serve you humbly. Please never be afraid to say what you want to me as your feedback keeps me grounded. To end my news, i share with you this mantra that i have been invoking in my recent practice

Om Kala Vide Namaha
(OM) Salutations to the knower of the right time

This mantra is a mantra for change, calling for the intuition for the right time & place to make changes. ("Namaha" is a salutation)

May the love & light of infinite compassion shine on your always

OM Shanti

October News

2008-09-22T08:51:00.000-07:00

Dear Yogi's & Yogini's...

Namaste

I hope you've all had a nice summer, or whatever we had of it, if you had spent the whole summer here, just as I did ;-) It's only weather... nothing too crazy & nothing we cannot deal with - just add yoga (or any other activity for that matter)

I hope you've all enjoyed the new hatha classes introduced in September, so far!! I've had some really nice feedback about them from you - THANK YOU!!! xxx I think this structure works well & am confident you will realize the benefits of your practice even more so now. Do stick to your "prescribed" classes & when you feel you are ready to move into a different practice, do let me know. Remember, the classes are 100% for your pleasure so go with what you feel is best for you & what you enjoy most!! And if you have been thinking of trying a vinyasa class, do let me know ;-)

October News & Events
(1) I will be attending training in Edinburgh from the 24th-26th October & spending another 2 days there.
Class will resume as normal & will be led by a guest teacher. This will be a super opportunity for you to be lead by a different teacher who will be able to offer you different perspective into your practice. I am sure you will enjoy it thoroughly.

(2) I will be running another sun salutation workshop on Friday 17th October from 6pm-8.30pm
This workshop will be held at Notre Dame School (just up the road from the yogaroom), Surrey Street, Norwich NR1

This workshop is for anyone wishing to brush up on their sun salutation & especially for those who have not done a course with me in the past, who wish to learn the sun salutation. The workshop will cover at least 2 different systems of sun salutation. The sun salutation is a beautiful & complete practice especially if you have a good foundation & understanding of it. I will cover as much as i can in the time we have.

I would also like to invite experienced practitioners to come along for practice from 7pm onwards. By experienced, i mean anyone who has been practicing for some time & beginners who have done this before. This will give you time to either immerse in practice or iron out any questions you may have.

Workshop cost ------- £10 /£9 (students)
7pm onwards -------- £5

Limited spaces so please email to book.

(4) And finally..... I will be away from Dec 1st till Jan 1st. I will be spending some time at home with my family & a few weeks in Thailand mastering (hopefully) the arty of Thai Massage *wink wink* I will be offering free Thai Massage in January so look out for this if you're interested.

That is all the news i have for you for now.
Once again, i am always grateful that you come to class with such lovely energy to share. I hope you continue to enjoy your classes. If you ever have any comments or anything at all you wish to say, please please email me. I am always open to suggestions / feedback.

Om Shanti

"our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall"
-confucius