Yogathon 2008
Are you still feeling the energy of the Yogathon? It's one thing to make a resolution, another to see it through! I hope you are all riding the wave of momentum I felt during the turn to 2008. We've got lots of new dedicated yogis and others who've made a firm commitment to the best year ever. I salute you all!

Refer-A-Friend Program
Starting March 1st, get a free pass to share with your loved ones. Know someone who's been interested in trying yoga? Now is the time to remove all obstacles. Pick up you Free Referral Cards at the studios and give them to your nearest and dearest. Any guest new to the studio will get a free class, and a nice discount on a class card purchase. In addition to the inevitable thanks from your referral, enjoy the expansion of your yoga community and a special thanks from CenterSpace.

Travel to India
For 3 weeks starting at the end of February, I will be travelling throughout Northern India with my daughter. As remarkable as this trip seems, it actually became an act of surrender and allowing for me. The list of reasons why I could not take this trip was longer than my arm, and yet it all came together (despite me!). Not only will I enjoy this amazing time with my beloved daughter, I will also have the privilege of attending classes led by the Dalai Lama, and participating in the International Yoga Festival in Rishikesh.

If all goes well technologically, I will be writing about this experience in my blog. Please check in, see how it's going for us, and send us a note of connection. I always love to hear from you!

Film: The first is a short internet film entitled "The Story of Stuff" (www.storyofstuff.com) It is a brilliant view into what's behind those super low prices at discount stores, what happens to resources as they are converted to consumable goods, and what price we have paid for our commercially-driven lifestyles. Although this is a heavy topic, the film is done in a very accessible, even light-hearted manner. I would highly recommend sitting down with the entire family to have a look. It was the best 20 minutes I've spent in a long time.

Workshop: If you've ever wondered how to integrate the life of a householder, or even one in the business world, with the spiritual path, I have a wonderful workshop for you. Joe Nunziata is a smart, funny, enlightening speaker appearing soon in NJ. I was lucky enough to have participated in one of his workshops recently and was incredibly pleased. He not only knows his way around the world of numbers, corporations and ambition (!!), but has also studied extensively with spiritual teachers and guides. He ties the work of balancing your chakras with that of being successful in your career better than anyone I've seen. Check out this event at www.infinitepossibilitiesevents.com. If you're the first person to contact me about this event, get yourself a free ticket (a $169 value).

Oh, and you may also notice on that website that I'll be speaking at the Unity Church in Montclair on Sunday February 17th about the Spirituality of Eating. I would love to see you there! More information at www.infinitepossibilitiesevents.com.

Sign up for all events online, by calling 732 246 9642 or emailing events@centerspacestudios.com

YAMAS WORKSHOP with Natalie
The Yamas, or universal vows of the yogis, are the foundation of Patanajali's eight-limbed path of Ashtangha Yoga. They are the foundation upon which our success in yoga rests. In this workshop we will explore some interpretations and practical applications of the yamas through chanting, scriptural study, asana and discussion.

Date: February 17th
Time: 1-4 pm
Location: Basking Ridge location (403 King George Road)
Cost: $35

BELLY DANCING WORKSHOP with Stefani

Stefani is back! Join us for another fun night circling your hips, wrists and waist. More than a workout, it's an amazing way to end the week and have a great time.

Date: Friday February 29th
Time: 7:30-9pm
Location: Basking Ridge location (403 King George Road)
Cost:   $20

YOGA POSTURE ADJUSTMENTS with Stefani

Learn the art of giving and receiving hands-on yoga posture adjustments for inversions, backbends, folds, twists, standing poses, and flowing sequences. This 6-hour workshop is for yoga instructors or trainees who want to intensify their experience of the postures, and strengthen their hands-on teaching skills.

Certificate of completion will be given for Yoga Alliance Continuing Education Credits.

Date: Saturday March 1st
Time: 12-6 pm
Location: Somerset location (900 Easton Avenue)
Cost:   $65

ART & YOGA WORKSHOP with Ivy
Make your own Mala beads!

The workshop begins with a flowing yoga class that will help you to connect your intuition and get the Shakti flowing. We include chanting, meditation, and free form movement/dancing for a complete experience. Ivy then guides you through the process of designing your own set of mala beads by turning intention into a mantra, and choosing beads based on instinct and intuition.

The making of the mala beads is a silent process, so that the students can silently recite their mantra each time they add a new bead to the string. As the malas are created, Ivy shares information on the significance of 108, the use of mantra, and the energy of each style of gemstone.

Date: Sunday March 16th,
Time: 2-6pm
Location: Basking Ridge location (403 King George Road)
Cost:   $50

It’s time to awaken the inner fire and embrace the transformation that is happening within and around us with the coming of spring.

In this all-levels practice we’ll enjoy a fire based sadhana to cleanse the stagnant energy of the winter months. We’ll wake ourselves up to breath and body and come home to the joy of being alive.

Date: Sunday March 16th,
Time: 11-1 pm
Location: CenterSpace Yoga and Wellness Studios
Somerset location (900 Easton Avenue)
Cost:   $25