Sun & Moon Newsletter Spring 2019

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SPRING 2019


Getting Traction by Annie Moyer Walking the dog this past winter was treacherous. There were many mornings when ice covered the sidewalks, and the streets weren’t much better. Also, 65 pounds of eager puppy at the end of the leash didn’t help, especially if there was another eager puppy approaching. It took a lot of focus not to get pulled out from under myself. I treasure these morning walks with my dog Prince. I sing songs to him. My phone stays out of reach. I smell the trees, the grass, the firewood in winter and the humidity in summer. I smile at passersby and try to make eye contact and say hello to each one. I plan my day, and rehearse my dharma talks. I think of my daughters and try to imagine what they’re doing at that moment (wait – they’re college students – it’s early morning – I know exactly what they’re doing and they won’t be awake for a few more hours!). A common technique for walking meditations is to be conscious of each foot as it touches the ground, tracing each footstep’s outline, one by one. This is essential to avoid slipping on ice, but what would our daily experiences be like if we paid this much attention to every step we took, even on dry solid ground? What would our relationships be like if we paid careful attention to each word spoken, each interaction executed between intimates and strangers alike? If we applied keen, sharp focus all the time, we’d root down in each moment, and from that anchored attention, spring into the next step with renewed energy and assuredness. New possibilities for compassionate care for ourselves and each other might appear. It’s true that what goes up must come down, but it’s also true that what gets planted down deeply will rise up fully and strongly. I can’t think of a reason not to cultivate awareness and nurture our surroundings with as much care as it takes to navigate an icy street. Oh – and it’s only fair to mention the other key to not getting pulled down on our walks: chewy treats in my pocket.

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Community Partnership with Trade Roots: Fair Trade and Yoga Go Together The business of yoga is the business of people. Our work is to make connections, cultivate community, and create space where healing happens and bonds are forged. In considering how to reflect those values in every aspect of our business, we turned to the idea of fair trade in our retail space, and reached out to Lisa Ostroff, owner and founder of the Trade Roots gift shop and cafe in the Westover neighborhood of Arlington. In the seven years of running her shop, Lisa has also been making connections, cultivating community, and creating space where bonds are forged. She travels across the globe to meet artisans, sample their goods, and partner with them to bring their products to a robust market here in the U.S. She also hosts monthly “global dinners,� runs a document and discussion series, and holds a Village Talk in which members of the community present and reflect on a variety of topics. Why fair trade? It allows hardworking men and women from developing countries, slums, small villages or in places of hardship to create, work, and sell their products by taking down many of the barriers to conventional trade. Talented craftspeople from countries across the world are recycling aluminum cans, textiles, and telephone wire to make beautiful and original jewelry, scarves, bags, and housewares. Their work reflects their cultural identity and is often quite different from what we find here. Fair trade respects and appreciates hardworking people, provides a living wage for marginalized populations, supports the conservation of the environment, and empowers women and people of color all over the globe. Choosing to shop ethically is easy these days. Whether at Trade Roots, Sun & Moon, or other fair trade stores, your purchasing power makes the difference in so many lives.

FAIR TRADE

COFFEE-WINE-GIFTS

Check out the new fair trade merchandise in our studios, and visit Trade Roots at 5852 Washington Blvd., Arlington.

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ARLINGTON STUDIO – SPRING 2019 (10 WEEKS) TUESDAY APRIL 23 - MONDAY JULY 1. Summer break Tues July 2 - Thurs July 4. Check website for drop-in classes. Day/Time

Class

Instructor

Starts

Studio

MONDAY 9:30am-10:45am

Hatha All Levels

Asya Haikin

4/29

A

10:00am-11:30am 11:00am-12:15pm

Hatha 2 Hatha Gentle/1

Gayle Fleming Asya Haikin

4/29 4/29

B A

703.525.9642 (YOGA)

12:15pm-1:30pm 12:30pm-1:45pm

Meditation (donations only) Tai Chi/Qi Gong

Jackie Shaffer Cynthia Maltenfort

4/29 4/29

B A

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4:00pm-5:15pm

Hatha 1

Karin Caffi

4/29

A

5:00pm-6:00pm 6:15pm-7:45pm

Yoga for Teens ($96 for 6 weeks: no class 5/27, last day 6/10) Jennifer Eubank Hatha 2 Amir

4/29 4/29

B A

6:30pm-7:45pm 8:00pm-9:15pm

Yoga for Core Stability Hatha 1

Roger Panetta Amir

4/29 4/29

B A

8:00pm-9:30pm TUESDAY

Ashtanga Fundamentals

John Sherburne

4/29

B

6:30am-7:30am 10:00am-11:15am

Hatha All Levels Hatha 1

Suzanne Romness Jackie Shaffer

4/23 4/23

A B

10:15am-11:45am

Hatha 2

Annie Moyer

4/23

A

11:30am-12:30pm 12:00pm-1:30pm

Feldenkrais Hatha 3

Madeline Helbraun Annie Moyer

4/23 4/23

B A

3:00pm-4:30pm 4:30pm-6:00pm

Bones & Balance Hatha 2

Carole Toulousy-Michel Jackie Shaffer

4/23 4/23

B A

4:45pm-6:00pm 6:15pm-7:30pm

Hatha 1 Flow & Yin

Laura Haywood-Leigh Nathalie Cadilhac-Duffy

4/23 4/23

B B

6:15pm-7:45pm

Hatha 2

Chris Clardy

4/23

A

7:45pm-9:00pm 8:00pm-9:15pm

Vinyasa All Levels Hatha 1

Jenn Seiff Heidi Panetta

4/23 4/23

B A

WEDNESDAY 9:30am-11:00am

Hatha All Levels

Jackie Shaffer

4/24

A

3 WAYS to yoga at Sun & Moon:

9:30am-11:00am 11:15am-12:30pm

Hatha 2 Hatha 1

Andrea Kiss Jackie Shaffer

4/24 4/24

B A

1. WEEKLY CLASS REGISTRATION

11:30am-12:30pm

Yoga for You & the Baby

Dana Cook

4/24

B

4:30pm-6:00pm 5:00pm-6:15pm

Hatha 2 Yin & Nidra

Jennifer Eubank Alex Levin

4/24 4/24

B A

6:15pm-7:15pm 6:30pm-7:45pm

Yoga for You & the Kids (ages 7 and up) Hatha 1

Jennifer Eubank Andrea Kiss

4/24 4/24

B A

7:30pm-8:45pm 8:00pm-9:30pm

Prenatal Yoga Vinyasa All Levels

Sylvia Cacciato Kristen Verderame

4/24 4/24

B A

6:30am-7:30am 10:30am-11:45am

Hatha All Levels Hatha 1/2

Suzanne Romness Annie Moyer

4/25 4/25

A A

10:30am-12:00pm 4:30pm-5:15pm

Meditative Yoga

Alex Levin Jennifer Eubank

4/25 4/25

B C

5:30pm-6:15pm 6:00pm-7:15pm

Yoga for Tweens ($96; 6 weeks 4/25 - 5/30; reg. required) Jennifer Eubank

Vinyasa All Levels

Laura McCarty

4/25 4/25

C B

6:15pm-7:30pm

Hatha 1

Carol Stehl

4/25

A

7:30pm-8:45pm FRIDAY

Insight Yoga

Jennifer O’Sullivan

4/25

B

9:30am-11:00am 10:15am-11:45am

Hatha 2 Hatha All Levels

Andrea Kiss Jackie Shaffer

4/26 4/26

A B

11:15am-12:00pm 12:00pm-12:45pm

Yoga for You & the Tots Meditation (donations only)

Sylvia Cacciato Jackie Shaffer

4/26 4/26

A B

4:30pm-5:45pm 5:00pm-6:00pm

Hatha Gentle Lisa Gunther Family Yoga Fun (monthly Fridays - check website) Sylvia Caciatto

4/26 4/26

B A

6:30pm-7:30pm

Yoga Nidra (monthly Fridays - check website)

Debbie Sheetz

4/26

B

SATURDAY 8:15am-9:15am

Mat Pilates 1/2

Nirinjan Devi

4/27

B

9:15am-10:30am 9:30am-10:30am

Hatha 1 Mat Pilates 1

Amir Nirinjan Devi

4/27 4/27

A B

10:45am-12:15pm 10:45am-12:15pm

Hatha 2 Vinyasa All Levels

Amir Kristin Heinz

4/27 4/27

A B

9:00am-10:30am 10:45am-12:00pm

Hatha All Levels Hatha 1

Enid Kassner Enid Kassner

4/28 4/28

A B

11:00am-12:30pm 4:30pm-5:45pm

Hatha 2 Prenatal Yoga

Anne Jablonski Dana Cook

4/28 4/28

A B

5:00pm-6:00pm 6:30pm-7:30pm

Restorative Yoga Meditation (donations only)

Nancy Carter Elizabeth Sammis

4/28

A A

ARLINGTON STUDIO 3811 Lee Highway Arlington, VA 22207

Notice something new? All classes previously named by their “Level” now include the word “Hatha,” the traditional term for breath-based, alignmentinformed yoga practice from which all other styles emerged. The classes haven’t changed, just the names.

Designate one weekly class as your homeroom. Make up any missed classes within current quarter. $160 for 10 spring classes. After quarter begins, registrations may pro-rate all remaining weeks @$16/class. Seniors 60 & up take $10 off. Register for two weekly classes and take $50 off. Discounts during first 3 weeks only; one discount/person.

2. FLEX PASSES Good for six months to attend any class. 10 classes @$180; 6 classes @$120; 1 class @$22.

3. BLISS PASS Unlimited yoga @$135/month.

First Class Free Your first visit for a class at Sun & Moon is free (excludes Mysore). Valid ONE time to students who have never before attended a class.

MORNING MYSORE/ASHTANGA YOGA A set series of postures taught one-onone to each student. Arrive on your own schedule and receive customized attention as you develop independence in your practice. 6:00 to 9:00 a.m. weekdays 8:00 to 10:00 a.m. Sundays Email: tova@sunandmoonstudio.com 4

THURSDAY

Yoga for Kids ($96; 6 weeks 4/25 - 5/30; reg. required)

SUNDAY

ongoing

While this schedule is current as of printing, there may be changes. Please check our website at sunandmoonstudio.com for the most up-to-date information.


FAIRFAX STUDIO – SPRING 2019 (10 WEEKS) TUESDAY APRIL 23 - MONDAY JULY 1. Summer break Tues July 2 - Thurs July 4. Check website for drop-in classes. Day/Time

Class

Instructor

Starts

Studio

10:15am-11:45am

Hatha All Levels

Carol Confino

4/29

B

11:00am-12:15pm

Mat Pilates 1/2

Anna Mikheeva

4/29

A

12:00pm-1:15pm

Hatha Gentle/1

Carol Confino

4/29

B

Fairfax, VA 22031

4:45pm-6:00pm

Yoga for Core Stability

Melinda Hofstetter

4/29

A

703.934.9480

5:00pm-5:45pm

Yoga for Kids ($96 for 6 weeks: no class 5/27, last day 6/10) Annie Welsh

4/29

B

6:00pm-7:30pm

Hatha 3

Vicki Christian

4/29

B

7:00pm-8:30pm

Hatha All Levels

Michelle Bannister

4/29

A

8:00pm-9:15pm

Hatha 1

Sandra Jenkins Clark

4/29

B

7:00am-8:00am

Hatha All Levels

Lisa Wingate

4/23

B

8:30am-9:45am

Tai Chi/Qi Gong 1/2

Cynthia Maltenfort

4/23

B

10:00am-11:30am

Hatha 2

Sarah Mard

4/23

A

10:15am-11:30am

Hatha 1

Deb Hertz

4/23

B

11:45am-1:15pm

Adaptive Yoga

Sarah Mard

4/23

B

6:00pm-7:15pm

Hatha 1

Terry Strayer

4/23

A

6:00pm-7:30pm

Yoga for Healthy Aging

Rixie Dennison

4/23

B

7:30pm-8:45pm

Hatha All Levels

Terry Strayer

4/23

A

7:45pm-9:00pm

Vinyasa All Levels

Stephanie Crews

4/23

B

9:00am-10:30am

Hatha 2

Cynthia Maltenfort

4/24

B

10:30am-11:15am

Yoga for You & the Baby

Cindy Arnn

4/24

A

10:45am-12:00pm

Hatha 1

Cynthia Maltenfort

4/24

B

6:00pm-7:30pm

Hatha 3/4

Pat Pao

4/24

A

6:15pm-7:45pm

Hatha 2

Carol Confino

4/24

B

8:00pm-9:00pm

Tai Chi/Qi Gong 1

Cynthia Maltenfort

4/24

B

8:00pm-9:15pm

Hatha 1

Carol Confino

4/24

A

7:00am-8:00am

Hatha All Levels

Lisa Wingate

4/25

B

9:15am-10:30am

Hatha 1

Vicki Christian

4/25

B

10:00am-11:30am

Hatha 2

Nathalie Cadilhac-Duffy

4/25

A

10:45am-12:15pm

Bones & Balance

Carole Toulousy-Michel

4/25

B

5:00pm-6:00pm

Hatha All Levels

Valerie Short

4/25

B

6:30pm-7:45pm

Prenatal Yoga

Melinda Hofstetter

4/25

B

7:00pm-8:15pm

Flow & Yin

Vicki Christian

4/25

A

8:00pm-9:15pm

Yoga for Core Stability

Tiffany Chen

4/25

B

10:00am-11:15am

Hatha 1

Suzanne Romness

4/26

A

10:00am-11:30am

Hatha 2/3

Vicki Christian

4/26

B

12:00pm-1:15pm

Hatha 2

Vicki Christian

4/26

A

12:00pm-1:15pm

Hatha 1

Deb Hertz

4/26

B

6:00pm-7:15pm

Yoga for Healthy Aging

Rixie Dennison

4/26

B

7:30pm-8:30pm

Peace Circles Meditation (5/10 - 5/31 & 6/14 - 7/5)

Sam England

5/10

B

7:30pm-8:30pm

Yoga Nidra (monthly Fridays - check website)

Rixie Dennison

5/3

B

8:00am-9:00am

Vinyasa All Levels

Mike Ricker

4/27

B

9:00am-10:30am

Hatha 2/3

TBD

4/27

A

9:15am-10:30am

Hatha 1

Dena Jensen

4/27

B

10:45am-12:15pm

Hatha 2/3

Dena Jensen

4/27

B

11:15am-12:30pm

Prenatal Yoga

Paige Lichens

4/27

A

9:15am-10:30am

Hatha Gentle/1

Carol Confino

4/28

B

10:00am-11:30am

Hatha 2

Gayle Fleming

4/28

A

10:45am-12:15pm

Hatha All Levels

Anna Mikheeva

4/28

B

3:00pm-4:00pm

Family Yoga Fun (monthly Sundays - check website) Annie Welsh

4/28

B

4:30pm-5:30pm

Yoga for Teens

Annie Welsh

4/28

A

6:00pm-7:30pm

Hatha All Levels

Lisa Wingate

4/28

A

7:00pm-8:00pm

Meditation

Jon W/Stig R

ongoing

B

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

FAIRFAX STUDIO 9998 Main Street

sunandmoonstudio.com facebook.com/ sunandmoonyogastudio twitter @sunandmoonstudio instagram @sunandmoonyogava

Notice something new? All classes previously named by their “Level” now include the word “Hatha,” the traditional term for breath-based, alignment-informed yoga practice from which all other styles emerged. The classes haven’t changed,

3 WAYS to yoga at Sun & Moon: 1. WEEKLY CLASS REGISTRATION Designate one weekly class as your homeroom. Make up any missed classes within current quarter. $160 for 10 spring classes. After quarter begins, registrations may pro-rate all remaining weeks @$16/class. Seniors 60 & up take $10 off. Register for two weekly classes and take $50 off. Discounts during first 3 weeks only; one discount/person.

2. FLEX PASSES Good for six months to attend any class. 10 classes @$180; 6 classes @$120; 1 class @$22.

3. BLISS PASS Unlimited yoga @$135/month.

SATURDAY

SUNDAY

First Class Free

Sun & Moon Yoga Studio is among the country’s premier schools for the study and practice of yoga. We’ve shared the brilliance Your firstofvisit yoga forwith a class many at thousands Sun & of students 1995. We embraceValid a Moon is free since (excludes Mysore). holistic to thiswho ancient system ONE timeapproach to students have never of health and healing, offering our before attended a class. cherished students a well-rounded yoga education and practice to help them feel better inside and out. Our philosophy is based on an eclectic blend of hatha yoga traditions with instructors who share a strong passion for teaching and a commitment to giving students a nurturing home for exploring the art and science of yoga.

While this schedule is current as of printing, there may be changes. Please check our website at sunandmoonstudio.com for the most up-to-date information.

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Workshops and Special Events This Spring Yoga and Meditation for Your Body, Mind and Spirit

Fri May 3

Yoga Nidra w/Rixie 7:30p - 8:30p, Ffx

Sun May 5

Pause Practices for Wherever You Are w/Carol C. 12:30p - 2:30p, Ffx

Fri May 10

Yoga Nidra w/Debbie S. 7:30p - 8:30p, Arl

Sat May 18

Sound Bath w/Cynthia M. 7:00p - 8:00p, Arl

Fri June 7

Yoga Nidra w/Rixie 7:30p - 8:30p, Ffx

Sun June 9

Yoga for Your Feet w/Rixie 1:00p - 4:00p, Ffx

Fri June 14

Yoga Nidra w/Debbie S. 7:30p - 8:30p, Arl

Sat June 15

Sound Bath w/Cynthia M. 7:00p - 8:00p, Ffx

Fri June 21

An Evening of Energy Medicine & Meditation w/Alex & Jackie 6:30p - 9:00p, Arl

Sat June 22

An Afternoon of Meditation & Silence w/Alex & Jackie 1:00p - 5:00p, Arl

Sun June 23 Taking in the Good: Positive Neuropsychology in Yin Yoga w/Jennifer O. 1:30p - 4:00p, Arl Sun June 23 Live Harp, Yin & Yoga Nidra w/Paige L. and Harpist Kara Welch 4:00p - 6:00p, Ffx Sat June 29

All About the Hips w/Asya H. & Dr. Stacy Snow, Physical Therapist 1:30p - 3:30p, Arl

Yoga Therapy with Amir

Sat Apr 13

Private Appointments Available 1:30 - 4:00p, Arl

Sat May 4

Yoga for Your Neck & Shoulders1:30p - 4:00p, Arl

Fri May 17

Thai Yoga Massage w/Amir & Annie 6:30p - 8:30p, Arl

Welcoming Dianne Bondy

Fri - Sun Apr 26 - 28

Bridging the Divide: Yoga, Body Image, Diversity, & Social Justice Ffx

Teacher Training Opportunities

Sat May 18 Restorative Yoga 1:30p - 3:30p, Arl Sat June 1

Yoga at the Wall 1:30p - 3:30p, Arl

Sat June 22 Private Appointments Available 1:30 - 4:00p, Arl

Sun May 5 Assists, Adjustments & the Teacher/ Student Connection: Afternoon Immersion w/Annie Moyer 12:30p - 5:30p, Arl Fri May 10

In-Depth Teacher Training Free Sneak Peek and Q&A 6:00p - 7:00p, Arl

Sun June 30 In-Depth Teacher Training Free Sneak Peek and Q&A 3:00p - 4:00p, Ffx

Yoga for Families and for the Benefit of Others

Fri May 3

First Fridays Family Yoga Fun w/Sylvia 5:00p - 6:00p, Arl

Sun May 5

First Sundays Family Yoga Fun w/Annie W. 3:00p - 4:00p, Ffx

Sat May 11

Yoga for Good to support FACETS: Opening Doors for People in Need 4:00p - 5:00p, Ffx

Sun May 12 Mother’s Day Yoga for Good: For Moms and their sons & daughters, to support Doorways, w/ Annie, Ilana, & Jessie Moyer 3:00p - 4:00p, Arl Sun June 2

First Sundays Family Yoga Fun w/Annie W. 3:00p - 4:00p, Ffx

Fri June 7

First Fridays Family Yoga Fun w/Sylvia 5:00p - 6:00p, Arl

Fri June 7

Cultivating Common Ground: Community Dialogue w/Alex & Aimee Hill 6:30p-8:30p, Arl

Sat June 8

Free Community Class w/Sun & Moon In-Depth Teacher Training Graduates 1:30p - 3:00p, Ffx

Sat June 8

Peaceful Practices for Parents w/Dana 4:00p - 6:00p, Arl

Sun June 30 Yoga for You & Baby: Postnatal Support w/Melinda 1:00p - 2:30p, Ffx

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General Information & Fees Welcome to Sun & Moon Yoga We are a classic school of hatha yoga, with weekly classes structured to provide a well-rounded curriculum over an entire quarter. Regular practice and connection to your yoga community form the cornerstone of Sun & Moon’s unique yoga environment, which has shared the brilliance of yoga with many thousands of students since 1995. We keep our studios at a moderately comfortable room temperature, and provide careful instruction that favors safety and deep attention. We welcome beginners and new students at any time, and your first class is free. Three Ways to Yoga at Sun & Moon: 1. FULL QUARTER REGISTRATION Our classic “yoga school” option, we recommend this for those seeking to learn and study on a consistent basis with a primary teacher. This option provides excellent yoga education with a continuity of instruction and practice. Depending on the season, the length of the quarter varies. Make up any missed classes in any other class on the current schedule, before or after your absence. Take all make-ups during the quarter for which you are registered; make-ups may not be carried forward. • $160 for 10 weekly classes through July 1 • After quarter begins, registrations may pro-rate all remaining weeks @$16/class • Seniors 60 and up take $10 off • Register for two weekly classes and take $50 off • Discounts during the first three weeks only; one discount per person

2. FLEX PASSES If you travel or your schedule is entirely unpredictable and it’s tough to commit to the entire quarter, or you like to mix up your experience and your teachers, we’re entirely flexible. These passes are good for six months for any class at any time. • $180 for ten • $120 for six • $22 for a single class drop-in

3. BLISS PASS For the yogis who want regular and frequent practice two or more times per week, and love coming to the many different class styles with our diverse teaching staff. Hassle-free enrollment – just sign up for monthly auto-renew to your credit card on our secure site, and show up whenever you like. • $135/month

YOGA ETIQUETTE AND WHAT TO WEAR Wear something comfy that’s not too loose and not too tight, and layer for temperature comfort. We practice barefoot and keep our floors clean; leave your shoes in the cubbies before entering the yoga rooms. Changing rooms are available. Avoid perfume/ cologne or noisy jewelry. If you’re late to class, enter quietly and wait for centering to conclude before setting up props. Inform the teacher in advance if you need to leave early, and do not leave during final relaxation. Take your valuables into the room with you or secure them in your car. Cell phones should be silent and out of sight. Sun & Moon provides mats and other yoga props free of charge, as well as cleaning supplies if necessary. Those who are concerned about the hygiene of props are encouraged to bring their own. Sun & Moon reserves the right to dismiss (with or without a refund) any student who disrupts the harmony of the class or studio.

EMERGENCY CLOSINGS Classes cancelled due to inclement weather or other emergency will not be re-scheduled. Registered students may make up missed classes in any other class during the quarter. During severe weather conditions or other emergencies, we will post all cancellations on the studio website and on the outgoing voicemail at 703.525.9642 up to one hour before the start time of the next class.

REFUND AND CREDIT POLICIES AND TERMS Quarterly registered students: Please use discretion when requesting refunds or credits, as our teachers are compensated for your registration up front, and we offer a liberal make-up policy for missed classes. No refunds or credits are issued after the quarter has concluded; exceptions granted only for documented illness or injury. Refund and credit requests must be made via our online request form found at sunandmoonstudio.com/policiesand-fees. Refunds for classes will incur a $20 administrative fee. Refunds may be made by check (may take up to three weeks to process) or online to your credit card (may take up to one week to process). Studio credit will be applied to your online account, is valid for one year from the date issued, and incurs no administrative fee. Studio credit applies to classes and workshops only, and cannot be redeemed for cash, merchandise, or a future refund. We do not issue refunds or studio credits for fewer than three classes. Flex Passes are good for six months from purchase; no refunds on Flex Passes; extensions granted only with management approval in cases of documented illness or injury. Bliss Passes are issued via monthly auto-renew to the student’s credit card through our secure online payment processing system; student’s credit card information is never stored in any Sun & Moon database; Bliss Pass is not tied to actual attendance and no retroactive refunds will be made; non-transferrable and nonshareable; cancel anytime with no fee (allow one week before next billing cycle); expired credit card yields a $10 administrative fee; initiating a monthly bliss pass acknowledges a reduced class schedule during major holiday periods; no partial months.

Looking for the registration form? No need! We’re shifting our paperwork to web-work. Register online at www.sunandmoonstudio.com. If you dislike web-based commerce, feel free to call us by telephone or stop by in person and we’ll take care of it for you, no problem.

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3-2-1 Bliss! Countdown to a Summer Yoga Spa We’re bringing back bliss for the summer at the previous affordable price of $321 for unlimited yoga during July and August, plus two private healing sessions from your choice of reflexology with Rixie Dennison, acupuncture with Shani Horne, and several options for massage. Stay tuned for details!

Summer Yoga Camps for Kids & Teens • June 24 - 28 Kids Camp

9a - 4p (Arl & Ffx)

• July

8 - 11 Teens Camp

1p - 4p (Ffx)

• July

15 - 18 Teens Camp

1p - 4p (Arl)

• Aug

16 - 30 Kids Camp

9a - 4p (Arl)

Don’t miss Dianne Bondy in Fairfax, April 26 - 28 Bridging the Divide: Yoga, Body Image, Diversity, & Social Justice Starting 20 years ago and today with nearly 30,000 followers on Instagram, Dianne Bondy has been disrupting the homogenous yoga world, empowering students to come to the mat as they are, educating teachers on the need for inclusivity in yoga, and leading systematic change within the yoga industrial complex. Her first book, Yoga for Everyone: 50 Poses for Every Type of Body, debuts this spring. On body image: “If you look at higher weight bodies with disdain, consider where and how you learned that, and whether you’re willing to do the work to unlearn it. Are you committed to the idea that ALL bodies deserve respect and compassion and access?” On politics and social action: “The message we are sending the world through yoga is that the divine resides in all of us. If we are indeed practicing yoga and not just asana, then we are compelled by our divine nature to seek out equality and equity for all. My role as a yoga teacher is to help shape consciousness. My role as an activist is to help shift consciousness.” On yoga and race: “I feel like there’s still a divide between people of color getting into the yoga space. It is up to us as yoga professionals to seek out those communities, but…be especially careful if you’re not from that community not to roll in and come in as the saviour. Work with that community. Ask what you can do, ask how you can serve.”


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