Author: Love Yoga Studios

I love getting together with you all after class on Saturday Morning. Thanks to The Brim for giving us that space! And for you guys for giving me that awesome subject line!

It’s only partially true… I haven’t been arrested. Yet.

I have been trying to find a specific type of dog treat for months. I finally found it and the place won’t sell it to me because of some ridiculous red tape. I half-jokingly asked what they would do if I just ran out of their office with the treats.

And I know it’s ridiculous red tape because after more determined research, I found a place in another state that WILL sell them to me. And it’s all legit!

Why do I go to such great lengths for these treats…. If you have a dog and want to hear that story, let me know. Otherwise just know that I take his health as seriously as I do mine… and yours.

The takeaway here is that I will go to GREAT LENGTHS for something I know matters.  He matters. YOU matter.

And here at Love Yoga… we will go to GREAT LENGTHS for you.

We will create the space, clean the space, build walls, change curtains, remove walls, install new fans. I continue learning myself so I can… train awesome teachers, hire said teachers, add new classes, workshops, retreats and trainings….

Because it matters.

And I want you to have EVERY opportunity to find YOUR practice.

But there might be some myths and misunderstandings about some of the options… so let me clear a few things up regarding our classes:

Myth #1:

Power Yoga is too intense. It’s all about handstands, acrobatics, crazy twisting and overall too hard.

The Truth:

Done right, the original power yoga is steady and gradually challenging so that we teach ourselves to feel stronger, calmer and empowered in any situation. Resilient.

Yes, it is a stronger class and you should have some experience.

But Power is a mindset as much as a physical challenge to us. And we teach it that way.
**(new heated Power class 6:30am M/W. No acrobatics).

Misunderstanding #2:

Gentle yoga is too slow, boring and mostly for beginners.

The Truth:

Done right, Gentle yoga is intended to slow us down and spark introspection so that we feel stronger at every level, calm enough to listen to our intuition and empowered in any situation.

Resilient.

Yes it is a slower roll and maybe that’s the just the kind of challenge you need. …just sayin’

OUR REAL POWER comes from being able to adapt…NO MATTER WHAT.

(worth repeating).

To Choose how we experience our experiences.

Remember, the yoga class is just the guide…

How you live, is the practice.

We’re not just about downdogs ‘round here.

We love everything about yoga… the modern parts and the ridiculously ancient parts as well.

And we would never NOT sell you something you wanted because of a little red tape!

So if you don’t see something you want on the schedule, let us know, we’ll make it happen.

See you on the mats!

Much Love,

Suzanne

p.s. Oh! And how Maui helps is that we’ll let go of all the myths, any frustrations and everything else for a glorious week in February 2024… on Maui.

See our events page for the details!

THINGS I WISH I’D KNOWN THE FIRST TIME I HELD A RETREAT:

1. Turkish Spa means everyone gets naked. Together.
2. Some countries charge for public restrooms.
3. Air conditioning is not guaranteed… anywhere.
4. How to sleep… anywhere, anytime, on a dime.
5. ‘Adventure’ means something different to everyone.

I’m working on creating FOUR retreats right now because this is something I feel called to do for the studio, for our community, for me personally.

To create more flow. More opportunities for fun connections, eye opening exploration and unforgettable experiences.

(Which we are also creating here at the studio with our Summer Events Calendar!) Scroll down after clicking.

It’s more complicated than I expected to find just the right venue, at the right time of year, with awesome excursions and fabulous food with options … and that’s available.  That’s why I’m throwing one in the mix that is COMPLETE AND TOTAL RELAXATION.

And just to be clear… I am not the ‘sleep in a hammock, under the stars, wake to the morning screeches of monkeys in the trees’ kind of traveler. I believe our ancestors toiled hard to invent indoor plumbing and I think it’s a little disrespectful not to use it. So all of MY retreats will have at least some level of luxury included. Besides, all you outdoorsy camper types don’t need ME taking you on a trip.

The four options I’m currently gathering info for are:

1. Santa Fe – Exploring the Springs, Shops, Spices and Hikes
2. Maui – Deep Reset, Rest, Relaxation and Rejuvenation Resort
3. Bordeaux – Charming Chateau with Vineyard and Village Visits
4. Sisters – Finding Flow in the Forest and at Five Pines, staying local, but in the wild

Something spicy, something tropical, something extravagant and something locally delightful.

Vote for your Top Two choices HERE:

Here’s a few pics from our past retreats to France and Hawaii…. PLUS our Summer Events Calendar for right here at LOVE…. So far…

I still have a few tricks up my sleeve for all you Summer Lovin’ Yogis.

And Thank you for stickin’ with us during this season… it literally means the Summer to us.

A balanced journey through the south of France. #love #yoga #loveyogastudios #yogatour

Pre tour adventures with @passagepusher @profdanae @vonda710 @wholisticjourney @imomi3. For more tour photos follow us

NEW CLASSES COMING IN JANUARY!

(PLUS THE NEXT TEACHER TRAINING SESSION)

Friday Nights are coming back! 5:30pm!
Plus a new Sunday evening Karma class.

and possibly a lunch time flow???

2023 is bringing us

MORE TEACHERS, MORE CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS

THAT WILL BLOW YOUR MIND!

AND WITH ALL THAT COMING…

WE’RE GIVING YOU

ONE LAST CHANCE

TO LOVE 2023

LIKE IT’S 2022!

with…

THE HARMONY PASS

AND A

BRAND NEW

JADE MAT!

YOU HAVE UNTIL

DECEMBER 15TH

TO GET IT. 

HARMONY PASS $99/MO
STUDENTS/VETS 30% OFF
*New rates are already in the system… so get your Harmony Pass while it’s still on the website or email me directly

UPCOMING EVENTS:

WINTER SOLSTICE CELEBRATION!
YIN/NIDRA/SOUND EXPERIENCE

DEC. 22ND 5:30PM – 7:00PM.
$25 DROP IN OR USE YOUR PASS.
(CELEBRATORY BEVERAGE INCLUDED)

ENJOY THIS DEEPLY RELAXING CLASS WITH SOUNDS OF THE SEASON AND SOUNDS THAT HARMONIZE WITH YOUR ENERGETIC FREQUENCY.
IN OTHER WORDS…YOU’LL FEEL DEEPLY RELAXED, ENERGETICALLY RECHARGED AND OVERALL UNSTOPPABLE!

SOUL COMPASS WORKSHOP
A UNIQUE STRATEGY SESSION WITH YOUR SOUL

DEC. 29TH 6:30PM – 8:00PM.
$25 DROP IN OR USE YOUR PASS.
(COMPASS TEMPLATE PROVIDED)
BRING A NOTEBOOK

TAP IN TO YOUR UNIQUE INSIGHT AND INTUITION VIA MINI MEDITATIONS AND INTROSPECTIVE PROMPTS.

THERE’S NO BETTER WAY TO CONNECT AND STRATEGIZE WITH YOUR SOUL. 
AND NO BETTER TIME THAN JUST BEFORE THE NEW YEAR TO HELP GUIDE YOU FORWARD.

INTUITION IS USUALLY A WHISPER.
HERE YOU’LL HAVE TIME AND SPACE TO RECEIVE IT.

ADDING A CALM CLARITY AND CONFIDENCE TO EVERDAY LIFE.

8 Limbs Workshop

is the perfect way to enhance your personal practice.

Learn the limbs, the chakras and a few marvelous mantras you can use every day!

It’s also the FIRST STEP toward teacher training.

No committment necessary but the cost can be put toward training if you choose. 

January 28th. 9am-1pm $137

If the Rain has got you down… try this. Upgrade your membership, come to yoga more consistently for a couple months and if you start feeling way too good… you can stop and take a break and I’ll even buy you an umbrella!

Okay, all kidding aside… I know the weather is a concern for many. BUT you know me better than that by now, right? Yes, it’s rainy and overcast and it’s about to get gloomier when we drop the clocks back this weekend. (Someone fix THAT unneccessary catastrophe, PLEASE!). Science proves that it’s definitely not good for our Biology. Which is part of the reason so many people struggle with winter.

HOLD ON, cause I’m about to irritate a few of you. How do I know this? Because I already did it to a couple of my close friends by saying this exact thing earlier in the week. I said….’If I hear ONE MORE person complain about the weather…… … oops 🤦‍♀️🤷‍♀️. But seriously….

THE RAIN SHOULD NOT TAKE THE WIND OUT OF YOUR SAILS. THE COLD AIR SHOULD NOT FREEZE YOUR OARS AND WINTER IS JUST ANOTHER WAVE IN THE WORLD THAT SHOULD NOT SINK YOUR BOAT!

We HAVE to keep rowing. Row, coast, row, coast. row… coast… That’s life.

And we can STILL go outside. Is it as pleasureable as July? Maybe not for everyone. I DO understand that. Vitamin D makes a HUGE difference and if you don’t believe that than I probably can’t help you. And if you need some, I definitely CAN help you.

BUT I am about to go even further – 1000% POLLYANNA  – because I DO know what it’s like to feel sunk. Down, depressed, afraid, worried, sick… trust me I used to be the queen of worry and anxiety. But after the most recent perfect storm of death, panDemic and despair over the last few years… I could care less about the weather. I’m just super f’in happy to be outside with my pup, upright, uplifting and breathing clean air.

And it’s 1000% because I LOOK for those little annoyingly optimistic things that I can attest to the power of ….. (not positive thinking)… ha! You thought you knew where I was going with that.  Nope.

I can attest to the power of FORWARD MOTION. KEEP GOING. BUNDLE UP…(Beanies have been ordered!). FIND YOUR FLOW.

WELCOME THE WEATHER, WHATEVER THE WEATHER AND LET’S WEATHER THE STORM TOGETHER.

(Pro tip: I also watch for the sunbreaks that happen when the Weather app is wrong and I immediately make the most of those).

Seriously though, if I can do it, so can you. I’ve seen hundreds of people over the years pull themselves out of a funk* and go on to love every bit of their lives. You know how….? Yes… You do.

YOGA.(you totally saw that coming).

Here are some fun oppportunities to weather the weather together.
Gah… I’m gonna be saying that a LOT this season. Look out Grinch! I’m comin’ for ya : )

Upcoming workshops:  Asana Alignment, Chakra Talk, Love Strong Hikes. Sign in to Walla or Join the FB Group for more details and any updates.

Much Love and Spontaneous Sun Breaks to you all!

: )

Suzanne

*If you have something more than a weather funk, please know that I am not making light of more serious conditions. I’m simply trying to remind my family and friends, that they CAN walk in the rain and it WILL make them feel better. And whatever else is going on… it at the very least, can’t hurt to try it.

ps. apologies to my friends. I love you and yes I’ll go to Palm Springs with you in January to alleviate the gloom. Please get me a window seat. 😉🤣

It was 2 AM! I woke up out of a dead sleep…  I couldn’t catch my breath. My fingers were going numb, my heart was pounding, my neck hurt, my throat felt thick, something was terribly wrong. I didn’t know if I was going to pass out or have a heart attack. I was immediately pissed… because this wasn’t the first time I’d had an anxiety attack. But it was the first time it had woken me up out of a perfectly good night sleep!

Why would I wake up just to pass out?  At this point though, I was 22 years old and I had been through this enough times to at least know what was happening. At this point, I could either call someone or get up and start doing jumping jacks. (Yes, that actually helped at times).

On multiple previous occasions I had ended up in ER and had every possible test. Blood work, EKG, heart monitor, etc… all signs pointed to… PANIC.

That can’t be right. I’m 22. I’m smart. I’m healthy. I can talk myself out of this. I’m not even panicking… WTF.  And then it happened again…. and again… and again. I spent the next 9 years worried, afraid and determined to figure it out.

I. Tried. Everything. Herbal remedies, exercises, medication, meditation, dietary changes and more. I had to dig deep…. and finally go to counseling. They told me this was something I’d have to manage the rest of my life…. again… WTF?

They were wrong. 100%.
(In their defense, a lot has changed in the past few decades)

I’m not saying yoga fixed everything but it definitely led me to everything else that did. (yoga is not required in this course)

It’s now been over 23 years – completely free of anxiety attacks. Nada, zero, nil, none, nothing. Even through I went through childbirth, heartbreaks, job changes, empty nesting, moving, losing my Dad, almost losing the business and surviving 2020, to name a few of the hardest parts.

It seems to me that if I had a mental disorder or a life long affliction, those things would have put me over the edge, right? Nope.

I have never been more sure than I am today that anxiety is sadly misunderstood. And because of this, many people are led to believe that they have a chronic mental disorder. And in many cases… that’s simply not true.

It could be a broken breathing pattern, a faulty focus filter or a severe lack of flow…. or all three!

So I created a short, powerful training course to highlight these possibilities, the evidence behind them and the ways in which they have worked for myself and many, many others. 

It’s designed to eliminate anxiety but it’s also a powerful way to reduce any levels of stress and balance energy.

So if you or someone you know….

Or if you want a better understanding….

You can read more about it here… Anxiety Relief Training

: )

Suzanne

ps. if you attended one of the live workshops in the past, this is SO much more than a refresher… the link above explains what all is included in the course. Including the daily tips, course workbook and a monthly planner.