Here are Jay and Todd having fun at the photo shoot wearing matching socks & gloves (in case you didn't notice...)
New Website / New Blog!
We have a new website! It’s been a work in progress and we are happy to say that is it functioning for the most part (a couple of pages are still under construction). A big thank you to Joshua Seaman for his work (as our photographer also)! You’ll have a chance to see upcoming events right up on the first page and check the blog here that has been updated by Andrea. Thank you Andrea!
New Class Time & Name for Friday PM!
FRI
5:45-7 pm
The Friday evening class is moving to a start time of 5:45-7 pm instead of 5:30. It will also become a donation class, so you can either use your class card or bring a cash donation (more is good, but less is fine too!)
The name? Happy Hour Yoga . . . and it will be shared among the teachers; each teacher will bring his or her wisdom and playfulness to it. For now, Todd and Vittoria will be alternating it each week (and Todd plans on a Happy Hour Yoga: at the bar soon)
Starts Fri April 3rd. See you there!
Did you miss the Potluck?
Here is some cake….And…THANK YOU!
If you missed the potluck, don’t worry, we’ll have more . . . here is a picture of the fabulous cake! We’re planning for a gathering at least every 3 months.
Stay tuned . . .
Todd and Vittoria want to take the opportunity here to thank all the students who have been coming to our classes at OmBase and before at Sacred Onion . . .
We are grateful for your support!
Also a big THANKS to the incredible front desk staff and helpers that are co-creating an amazing space here at OmBase. Emily Trinkaus, Beth Staus, Andrea Janda, Dagmar Luenser and Eileen Hickey. I (Vittoria) personally feel very lucky as I have needed the help, and somehow it has arrived! Just like that! We also want to thank all the teachers and facilitators that are part of this incredible group.
Yin Yoga Series M/W/F
4/3-4/22
7:15-8:15 pm
Cost: 108-$133 sliding scale. Pre-registration.
Todd’s teaching another Yin series this month in the evenings. There are just a few days left before it starts!
The yin approach utilizes long, supported, postures, that you simply relax into… when the muscles are relaxed, then the myofascial tissue surrounding them can begin to stretch and also strengthen.
We spend four or more minutes in each pose… gently exploring the full range of motion of the major joints. The yin practice is a great balance for those who are more active and or athletic, as well as a great practice for those new to yoga.
See the bottom of our Class Descriptions page for more information.
Yoga Immersion
M/W/F
4/6-4/24
6:30-8 am
Interested in the morning immersion?
Email us at OmBase or email Todd. He’s waiting to hear from you….
Here’s a link to our immersion page.
Mom and Toddler Om Yoga
TUE
4/7-5/5
11-12:30 pm
TUE
4/7-5/5
11-12:30 pm
Cost: $60 for 5 classes.
A new class series is happening for moms and toddlers (ages 1-2 y/o approximately). Elizabeth Wilson is teaching a new class that we hope will become popular among the moms here at Om Base.
Elizabeth Wilson Woodyard is a mother of two and has more than 17 years experience as a yoga instructor for people of all ages. She brings a love of children, nature, and music into the yoga experience.
Call or email if you want to sign up!
Community Breathe!
SUN 4/5
4-6 pm
Cost: $25 Pre-registration/payment. $30 at the door
A breath workshop lead by Margaret Townsend…
Bringing our breath back to our lives means we have the ability to live with more energy, to calm and balance the nervous system in the moment, to have a health promoting, stress relieving ‘tool’, and to know that our breath is a comforting companion that allows us to willingly meet whatever life brings to us.
Margaret is a certified breathing facilitator with over 20 years experience using various holistic practices to assist others in stress management and self-awareness. Please see her website The Living Breath for more information.
Yoga & Writing Class
SUN 4/12
1-4 pm
Cost: Pre-registration required $30-45 sliding scale
Alternating between blissful yoga and meditation, and fun writing exercises that help us tap into our intuition and guidance, we’ll access and give voice to our inner guidance.
Todd and Emily are co-teaching.
All are welcome – no previous yoga or writing experience needed.
Family Yoga! Special Class
SUN 4/19
2-3:30 pm
Cost: $10/adult $5/child
Alana taught the last family yoga class last month and we have another planned for this month!
Please pre-register for this class and let us know how many there are in your family!
Ecstatic Body Postures
SUN 4/19
4-6 pm
Cost: $25 Pre-registration/payment. $30 at the door.
Analouise Williams, Ph.D.
Dr. Felicitas Goodman, anthropologist, found that holding a posture represented by figurines and statues found in archaeological sites from hunters and gathers and horticulturists worldwide, is a method for achieving ecstatic trance and its attendant visionary experience.
Dr. Goodman introduced Dr. Analouise Williams to this ancient mystical tradition. Dr. Williams, a shamanic practitioner, teacher, and researcher, has studied from other gifted shamanic teachers.
However, when she offers the ecstatic body postures, people experience a different — and often profound — mystical experience.
No previous shamanic journey experience is required. Please wear comfortable clothes, and bring a rattle or drum (optional).
Dance Om is coming!
Solo Dance Journeys
SUN 4/25
7-9 pm
Solo Dance Journeys
SUN 4/25
7-9 pm
Cost: Sliding scale $8-$18.
Deborah Orandon, MS, NCC, LMT
Join with others in a safe, welcoming environment to take a free-form movement journey all your own.
Please join us for this evening of inner-discovery, self-expression and creativity through the joy of dance – no experience necessary!
Since this gathering does not include physical contact with others during the dance, the evening starts with brief boundary setting so that we can all stay focused and open to our inner impulses. And then we’re off!
The journey begins with a short guided movement meditation for presence & grounding—and here is where the verbal input ends. Continuous waves of a wide variety of music will usher your body, mind & spirit from the Om Base studio to anywhere your inner-eye will take you.
Taking these solo journeys with others doing the same provides the intention, energy & richness that only a group dance can bring. Attention to boundaries ensures that each of our dances can be an uninterrupted and deeply personal journey.
We end with a closing circle, where speaking is optional.
Lead by Deborah Orandon, MS, NCC, LMT. Deborah is the owner of Self Awareness Counseling in Portland, Oregon and the creator of Inner-Awareness Movement (I-AM) Technique. She has a formal education in counseling, massage and movement and brings diverse life experiences to her work. Her formal education as well as some of the life experiences that led her to this varied background are discussed on her web page.
Drum Circle
WED 4/29
7:15-8:45 pm
Cost: FREE /donation
Our drumming circle is going strong!
Join Mike for a fabulous time!
Bring a drum or favorite instrument or pick one up at the circle.
Drumming can heal the spirit, body, mind, heart and the earth. Together we create “in the moment” connectedness through open spirit and oneness. Wonderful things can occur, elation, release, relief, joy, tears, laughing, giggling, smiling, bonding, heart opening, and sharing.
In addition, drum circles are just plain fun and exhilarating!
Absolutely no drumming or music experience is required – just an open mind and open spirit. Everyone has a heart that beats within them and from this mother rhythm you will be amazed at what we can create together.
If you own a drum or other instrument please bring it, however, there will be a limited number of drums for those that don’t have one. Any and all percussion instruments are welcome, e.g. wood blocks, bells, tambourines, shakers, flutes, whistles, etc.
We encourage you to bring your friends or invite friends who you think may be interested in attending this community drum circle – the more the merrier! We also encourage dancing!!! If you want to come and simply dance or just listen to the rhythms please come as well.
There is no cost for this community event but please feel free to consider a donation.
Discover Yoga! FREE
SUN 4/26
2-3:30 pm
Another free class for the ones that haven’t come to yoga. Let your friends know!
Quiet Time Changes
Quiet Time is a free time for you to come in and do your practice, or just relax and read a book from our library, or just lay in savasana to rest.
Quiet Time will be offered ONLY on Monday, Wednesday and Friday starting in April.
We squeezed in a class on Tuesday and will probably have another class on Thursday soon.
Look for it on our schedule . . .
An evening of total relaxation and healing resonance… Tom & Jen will bring their orchestra of healing chimes, singing bowls, and didgeridoos and play while we ease into an hour and a half of Yin Yoga followed by an hour-long sound healing in savasana. You are invited to relax and to let the vibrations of the sound waves ease into your body and find their own way to the spots that need it the most.
This past Sunday we had our first Community Acupuncture at Om Base and it was fabulous.
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News from OmBase – April 1st Edition
Thursday, April 1st, 2010rainbow's end
There are a lot of changes in the air
at OmBase scheduled for April!
Some teachers change days/times,
and we say goodbye to one of our long-standing teachers…..
Plus Todd has his first Yoga Immersion in months,
as well as a new class on Tuesday night.
Yoga Immersion
with Todd
4/5-4/23 every weekday 6:30-8 am
Cost: $150-180 sliding scale/pre-registration
Todd Williamson
This is a chance to gather and practice three-five sessions a week. These healing immersions focus on healing and balance through visualization, meditation and yoga asanas. It’s easier to do this “work” around others who are making the same choices… so take advantage of the others’ presence (presents) and join in.
This is the year for change. (the year of the Tiger). The change is happening, and we’re all immersed in it – you’re immersed in it - Spending just a bit of time with others who, like you, are curious about, and more consciously choosing for – uncovering and discovering – something new – a new way of being - will afford you an ease now, during these times which otherwise may seem daunting and fraught with overwhelming challenges.
In allowing yourself to be supported, you invariably align with, and tune into your Self, and so find yourself supported by the very change you felt at odds with… Open to the magic…
You can find out more about Immersion here.
Please call OmBase, or email Todd/OmBase if you want to sign up.
Decision to hold immersion will be made several days prior to start date, so don’t wait till last moment to let us know!
Yin Yoga at night!
with Todd
TUE 7:30-9 pm, every Tue in April
Cost: drop in donation class
Yin Yoga
Todd will be teaching a yin yoga class every Tuesday in April. You can arrive like to any other classes, and either use your class card or pay a donation.
Come explore what Yin Yoga is all about. Whether you are new to yoga in general, or a seasoned yogi, this is a class you’ll get a lot from.
One of the interesting things about the yin approach is that it benefits the more active person (runner, biker, etc) as well as the less active person (couch potato).
Saying goodbye to Jay….
Jay Fields
Most of you know Jay. She’s been with us from the very beginning of the start of OmBase, and we have known her long before that. She has always been committed to being a part of our family.
Jay is moving on, and she will not be teaching classes at OmBase, but we know we will see her again…
Please join us in wishing Jay the very best in her new endeavors!
Jay has a beautiful new website, and a blog, always worth reading!
www.revelationaryliving.com
Same time, different teachers
Yoga Time!
We’ve rearranged the schedule a bit starting in April, and the permanent changes are as follows:
TUE 6-7:25 pm
The Alchemy of Yoga/Stasia
WED 5:30-7 pm
Hatha Yoga Flow/Adriana
THU 6-7:25 pm
Hatha Yoga Mix/Vittoria
Please see more on these classes on the class schedule page or on our class description page.
Family Yoga!
with Rachel & Lauren
SAT 4/24 at 2:30 pm
Cost: $10/adult, $5/kid
Please pre-register for this class!
Rachel Plies & Lauren Clark
So many of you have asked about this class, so here it is being offered as a one time event.
Rachel and Lauren have fun with kids and families, and this promises to be a great class for all ages.
Kids, parents and grandparents welcome!
Read more about Rachel and Lauren at BoundlessMotion.
May Preview!
Yin Yoga
MON/WED/FRI 7-8:15 am
Yin Yoga
Todd will be co-teaching the Yin Yoga classes in the morning w/Emily, as Emily will be teaching Yin Yoga as well starting the following month. This is a series and pre-registration is required.
Look for more info & how to sign up on the website. More on Yin Yoga here.
Introduction to Yoga class series (4 classes)
Join 4 of our teachers
for 4 weeks and discover yoga!
4 weeks, 4 instructors
This series is for all the people that are uncertain about dropping in to one of our classes because they either have not done yoga, or haven’t been to a class in a long time….
Series will include the basics of:
• yoga poses
• breathing fundamentals
• how to use props
and getting to know four of our teachers here at OmBase.
Time To Be Announced, but most likely it will rotate month to month, sometimes in the evenings, sometimes during the day.
Stay tuned for more!
BodyTalk & Astrology offered
at OmBase….
Emily Trinkaus
Many of you know already Emily, as she’s been with us from the beginning (and before that!).
Emily is now at OmBase on Fridays, seeing clients.
If you are interested or curious about what she offers, check out her site.
You can contact her directly for an appointment
Enlighten Up!
Movie Night!
Yes, we’ll be having a night every month set aside for a movie which we’ll be showing projected on the large wall of the yoga studio!
What: Enlighten Up!!
(very appropriate as it’s about yoga).
You can go here for a link to a trailer.
Sorry, no kids and no snacks….
We love to hear from you!
Your Yoga Story
We want your feedback!
We want to hear what yoga
has done for you,
how it’s changed your life.
It’s a place for YOUR comments…
We want to hear what you have to say!
Send us your stories (long and short) about how yoga & OmBase or a specific teacher has helped you improve your life, healed your body, quieted your mind, and whatever else!
We’ll post the long stories on our blog, to inspire others.
Come to class! & let us know what you’d like….
Spring Daisies
Finally, a note from all of us here at OmBase…we need your support now.
We know how much you love the studio, and if you haven’t come to class in a few weeks or more and you’re still reading this, obviously you want to be part of our community.
Please help us spread the word, come to class! We can’t be here without your assistance and participation.
Also, if there are times/classes that you would like, please let us know.
We’re extending our blessings to you for
a beautiful, warm and happy spring!
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