Spring 2010 - Meeting and Survey Questions

Our Meeting was held at Ocean Yoga in Atlantic Beach with Paula
Format For Meeting:

Introductions: A go-around

· Your Name
· Where You Teach
· If you have an Upcoming Workshop…And if you brought flyers.

· Let the Host Studio:  go last, to take a few extra minutes to share about their studio…workshops, styles of yoga, etc…

· Announce Next JAYA JAX Meeting :   Mindful Motion Yoga

 http://www.mindfulmotion-yoga.com/ Terri Morrison

· Date of next meeting : June 6, 2010
· Time: 4:00 pm

· Lauren A.– Jaya Member Support
Your Blog Host- This is a way of communicating, I will post new members info on blog site http://www.jayajax.blogspot.com/

· Lauren’s contact info: lolobriana@yahoo.com
· Lauren A. “Member Support” (352) 359-2787

· Current Members e-mail and website links will be on blog

· Please send your bios and picture (as a Jpeg) to Lauren for the blogsite

· Re-Capp: Old Business from our last meeting…

· JAYA JAX press release for Natural Awakenings was in the December Issue- Thank you Freddie and Thank you Lisa Long.

· Thank you - Toni, Seca, Jessica,Lisa & Lululemon for organizing and hosting our Holiday Gathering! And for all you do in the community to spread the word about our Yoga Studios and classes.

· Jaya Member Discount on Classes: Ideas? Just email Lauren what your studio would like to offer. (For example: 1st class free and then half off all classes for Jaya Members) This list will be posted on the blog site.



· New Business: March 2010
This is the survey we propsed...please let us know what you think by answering the following questions in an email addressed to yogaheather@hotmail.com

· 1. Guidelines for membership and for the website listing: ____
A) Members need to attend at least 2 Jaya Meetings a year to be a "Current Member".
B) Members need to attend all Jaya Meetings (unless- illness or out of town) to be a Current Member.
C) Members do not have to attend regularly to be listed as a current member.

· Re: The Actual Website: Melissa Johnson paid $100 to get the domain name and the site hosting. It will need to be renewed soon. http://www.jayajax.com/  

· 2. Please vote on a reasonable fee for premium membership which will include a listing of your studio and or contact info. ____
A) $10 for the year
B) $15 for the year
C) $20 for the year

3. Our Jaya Jax Yoga Event: Teachers sharing with Teachers ____
A) I would like to have this event on the same day as a Jaya Jax Meeting
B) I would like to have this event on a Saturday Afternoon
C) I would like to have this event on a Friday during the day

4. Would you be willing to pay to attend an event like this? ____
A) No. It should be free to Current Jaya Members.
B) Yes $10-$15
C) Yes $20-$30

If you would like to offer a 30 min. class for this event please email Lauren with full details about your class.


Please share with us some other ideas for us to consider and bring to the next meeting:

Detailed minutes taken at the meeting will be posted soon.
Sign up to follow this blog to stay connected to Jaya Jax!
 
With Gratitude,
Heather Hixon
http://www.timetounwind.com/

Anusara Advanced Studies and Therapy Training

Great news for 2010! Visit www.RYT500.com to learn about Jacksonville, Florida's Advanced Studies Program & Yoga Therapy Training. World Class Teachers are coming to our city on Florida's north east coast! This program is being lead by Anusara Certified teacher Jenny Otto. Join us for Therapy Training, the complete RYT 500 hour program, or select weekends/workshops! This program is hosted by a collection of Jacksonville teachers under the direction of Jenny Otto - E-RYT 500 and founder of Body Balance Yoga - an RYS with Yoga Alliance. All the details are on the website -- and we will keep updating as we get closer to our program start date of March 2010. We also have a blog that we continue to update. Follow us at RYT500.blogspot.com Please feel welcome to email me or call with any questions! Looking forward to sharing this amazing journey with you!

My best,
Lisa Long
Program Facilitator
Body Balance Yoga - Jacksonville's Advanced Studies Program & Yoga Therapy Training
www.RYT500.com

Notes from JAYA meeting--thank u Kate!

JAYA Meeting – Sunday, September 13, 2009

Compiled by Kate Cordell, ERYT500

Hosted by Melissa Johnson, Yoga Ananda

People introduced themselves and these are highlights of introductions.

INTRODUCTIONS

Heather Hixon, Renaissance Healing Center, explained the difference between Premium and Basic Membership in JAYA.  PREMIUM Members at some point would be willing to contribute dues for the expansion of JAYA.  BASIC Members can attend to network without paying.  Membership forms are available for choosing your membership type.

Melissa Johnson, Yoga Ananda, is starting to build a website for JAYA and it will

be completed soon.    She indicated that her studio is still enrolling for the Radiant Child Teacher Training Program.  And, they are looking for an Acupuncturist to work at

their Wellness Center a couple of days a week.

Lisa Long announced that she and 3 other teachers are forming a 500-Hour Teacher Training.  The other teachers participating are Joyce Savitz, Dawn Shay and Terry Morrison.  This program beginning in 2010 will be under the direction of Jenny Otto and will host other national teachers.  Both Jacksonville Yoga and Mindful Motion Yoga will present the events.  More information is available on their website at www.RYT500.com

Joyce Savitz, Jacksonville Yoga, stated that she is starting a 200-hour Anusara Immersion and Teacher Training.  This program will begin on October 2, 2009 and will be divided into 3 sections.  More information about the program is available on www.jacksonvilleyoga.com

Jim Ryan, Radiant Wellness Center, will be offering a Past Life Regression Class

on October 17.  It will be held at Beaches Pain Clinic in Jacksonville Beach.

Joan Ryan, Radiant Wellness Center, will start an Integrative Yoga Therapy Teacher Training in February 2010.  This will be a 10 Month Non-Residential Weekend Program

for students who wish to teach yoga for total therapeutic wellness. 

Seka Roberts from Lululemon asked for Teachers to teach Karma Yoga on Sundays for

free community Yoga.  There are openings for Sunday of October and all of November.

Lululemon will be hosting a big party on October 25 for their Research and Development

members.  They have also offered to host the next JAYA meeting, which will be a Christmas Party.  A discussion ensued as to whether JAYA members should make a financial contribution and Seka will check this out with her management. Will it be a love offering or cover charge or nothing?

Kate Cordell, Ocean Yoga, announced their free Community Global Mala on September 20.  She circulated flyers for Christopher Baxter’s upcoming Workshop on Energy and Emotions on October 11.  Also, informed the group about the 11the Step, Recovery Yoga which is a donation class offered Tuesday at 8:00 p.m.

Iain Broadbent, Massage Therapist, stated that he would be offering $50 massages on Fridays to members of the Holistic Community.  A portion of his earnings will be given to the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation.

Heather Hixon, Renaissance Healing Center, indicated that members of JAYA receive 15% off on massages and facials.  Their boutique is closing and they are having a 50% off sale on the items in the boutique.

DISCUSSIONS:

Heather keeps a 3 ring binder for workshops and teachers who wish to be on a sub list.

She asked that we write that information in that book.  Or, we can email our events

to her blog address:  www.jayajax.blogspot.com.  Please be sure to put these in TEXT format so that they can easily be cut and paste.  Should this blog be public or private?  Heather will research this. 

Heather began a discussion on publicity and how we can get the word out about JAYA and how can we do it cheaply (FREE).  Getting into Jacksonville Magazine would be a good outlet as many people traveling to Jax see this magazine in their hotel and it would give us great visibility to travelers. 

Lisa Long will do some press releases and try Natural Awakenings, Jacksonville Magazine, Folio Weekly and Jacksonville Business Journal.

In response to a request during the last JAYA meeting, Lisa Long did some research regarding non-profit organizations.  Some members had thought that non-profit might be the way for JAYA to form.  Lisa contacted MAYA (Mid Atlantic Yoga Assn.) and SATYA (Savanna) organizations, which have each been in existence for a long time.

MAYA is non-profit and was required to fill out a lot of paperwork to gain this status and is a more formal organization.  SATYA is NOT non-profit and is more informal.

It seemed that the consensus of our group was that we would stay informal and NOT collect any money at this time but on an as needed basis.

Lisa Long initiated another discussion about the push by many states to license as vocational schools those doing Yoga Teacher Trainings.  This is happening in several states and we received some articles about plight of these schools.  How can we support these teachers in other states?  Florida could be next.

Heather asked for teacher bios and photos for the blog and Melissa suggested that we should send a copy to her also for the website.  We also have a Facebook page.  Search JAYA Jax on Facebook to find it.   Heather stated that unity and service are the intention, to serve the greater good and have Jacksonville recognized as a Yoga destination.

Next 3 Meetings (may be subject to change):

December 6 – 6:30 p.m. – Lululemon.  They will have a space for a meeting for JAYA.

They will provide refreshments and Iain Broadbent (Chef) has volunteered to help with food.

March 7 – 4:00 p.m. – Ocean Yoga, Atlantic Beach

June 6 – 4:00 p.m. – Mindful Motion Yoga

Upcoming Workshops and Teacher Trainings

Upcoming lululemon workshops
please see their website for location and details: St Johns Town Center
 There is no cost for theses classes  :)
9/26    9-10am   Fall Fit Camp w/Amber
10/3    9-10am   Pilates Foundations
10/17   830-10am   Stroller Strides
11/14   9-10am    DOGA w/Suzi Teitlman
11/21   830-10am  Stroller Strides
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October Events at Yoga Ananda

Yoga with Live Music with Tina & Arvid
Dates: Sat   10/3/2009  
Time:  4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Join us for this special monthly class (1st Saturday of every month through winter) as our very own, Arvid Smith plays through a special yoga flow taught by Tina.

***FAMILY YOGA Series classes***
Prenatal Yoga
Dates: Sat   10/10/2009 - 11/14/2009  
Time:  10:30 AM - 11:45 AM

Mommy & Me (for mom & baby)
Dates: Sat   10/10/2009 - 11/14/2009
Time:  12:15 PM - 1:15 PM

Children's Yoga (2-4)
Dates: Sat   10/10/2009 - 11/14/2009  
Time:  2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Children’s Yoga (5-10)
Dates: Thu   10/8/2009 - 11/12/2009  
Time:  4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

How to use the Power of Protection to bring Peace with Jill Cook Richards   
Dates: Mon   10/12/2009  
Time:  6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

In this dynamic workshop with renowned spiritual adviser, life coach, psychic and published columnist, Jill Cook Richards, learn how the Power of Protection can bring Peace to your life. Lecture will include: A. Ask and understanding your power and how to use it for good B. Ask for protection and understanding why you need protection C. Recognizing peace and accepting peace D. Celebrating your power of protection and your peace :: Visit Jill’s Website: www.JillCookRichards.com ::INVESTMENT = $20 in advance / $25 at the door

Partner Yoga Workshop with Dennis & Kathy Lang
Dates: Sat   10/17/2009  
Time:  3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Explore new horizons with this fun yoga adaptation using partners. Dennis and Kathy Lang, a husband and wife teaching team, will guide you and your partner through yoga postures that emphasize the breath, touch, communication and trust. This is an all-level class so even if you’ve never done yoga before you will feel right at home. Grab a friend, relative, significant other, husband or wife and meet us for an afternoon of Partner Yoga! Investment: $15 in advance $20 day of event

Ken Anoff's Drum Experience     
Dates: Sun   10/25/2009  
Time:  3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

The DRUM EXPERIENCE is a unique event which allows participants to experience all aspects of drumming in a single evening. A powerful and inspiring performance on many different varieties of drums. A group lesson on the basic elements of rhythm, technique and phrasing. A guided group drumming experience. Suitable for drummers of any level! An informative and fun workshop for drummers and would-be drummers to learn and play together under expert guidance. Basic technique will be demonstrated, and the concepts of rhythm and phrasing demystified through simple and clear explanations, allowing even novice drummers to enter into the groove and enjoy the magic of group drumming, one of humanity’s most ancient cultural heritages. :: INVESTMENT: $35 in advance and $40 at the door

Teacher Training 200HR with Didier & Anne
Dates: Sun   11/8/2009 - 5/2/2010
Time:  9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

MEETS EVERY OTHER SUNDAY :: Didier and Ann are offering hatha yoga teacher training for those who aspire to teach yoga, as well as those who wish to deepen their understanding of yoga. This comprehensive training covers such topics as: - teaching postures from the heart with an understanding of their symbolism, philosophy, and alignment - asana practice, study of alignment in postures, science of sequencing - anatomy (physical, subtle, therapy, biomechanics, chakras, kundalini and 36 tattvas) - working with beginners/use of props, breaking down postures/variations - art of teaching/seat of the teacher/stories of great yogis - pranayama (yogic breathing techniques), meditation, use of mantra (sacred syllable) - philosophy (Advaita Vedanta, Kashmir Shaivism, Bhagavad Gita and Classical - Samkhya - Yoga) - Journey to the Heart Contemplation Material provided: Teacher Training Manual + Didier’s Yoga DVD. Certification upon completion Cost: $1800. $600 deposit upon reservation. Balance due 1st day of training. PLEASE CALL YOGA ANANDA FOR MORE INFORMATION: 680-7344

Melissa Johnson
Yoga Ananda A Center for Yoga and Wellness
4150 & 4154 Herschel Street ● Jacksonville, FL ● 32210
Center: 904.680.7344
www.yogaanandastudio.com
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ANUSARA YOGA IMMERSION & Teacher Training with Joyce Savitz
"Enhance your Yoga and work towards certification too!"
An Immersion Program includes:

• Full range of Asana Practice
• Universal Principles of Alignment of Anusara Yoga
• Loops, Spirals, and Focal Points of Anusara Yoga
• Pranayama and meditation
• Yoga Philosophy
• The life affirming philosophy (Tantric) that underlies Anusara Yoga.
  

An Immersion is divided into 3 parts (36 hrs each)
PART 1 will be the weekend of October 2-4 AND November 20-22

Friday, Oct. 2  11am to 3pm & 5 to 8 pm
Saturday/Sunday Oct. 3 & 4  9am to 1pm & 2 to 6pm

Friday, Nov. 20 6 to 9pm
Saturday, Nov 21  10am to 1pm & 2 to 6pm
Sunday, Nov 22  10am to 1 pm

Location:  Jacksonvilleyoga.com
          391 Third Ave. S,  Jax Beach Fl,
Investment:  $495 if submitted by September 21  After 9/21 cost is $575
The entire program will be one weekend a month. Part 2 is scheduled for Jan 9-10 & Feb 5-7  Part 3 is scheduled for March 11-13 & April 9-11
CONTACT:  Joyce Savitz   (904) 249-1111    jasavitz@yahoo.com

Day 1 - of the 30 Day Yoga Journey

Dear Yoga Friends and Jaya Jax Memebers,

I received this email from Pam Davis...Thanks Pam!!

And Thank you Deborah for creating this!

I am doing this journey myself as well and wanted to share it with the group. Follow the link at the very bottoe of the post to sign up.

Welcome and Day 1: Commit to your self-care

Welcome and thank you for beginning the 30-Day Yoga Journey!
Prepare to be inspired, challenged,validated, frustrated and perhaps even enlightened.
Each day for the next 30 days you will receive a new tool for beginning or enhancing your yoga practice -meditations, mantras, hatha yoga practices, communication tools and more.
This journey is appropriate for new comers to yoga and long-term practitioners so feel free to share it with your students, teachers and friends.
Your first day begins right now!

Day1 is below...ready? Let's begin together. Ommmmmmm.
Fondly,
Deborah Bernstein, Creator of the30-day Yoga Journey
Let's Begin now....
Call it what you will, "a fat-off", "re-commitment to the path of yoga", or simply "living well"....I'm beginning a journey. I invite you to join me. You may have very different reasons from me, but the reason is not what is important, it is the process and the community support. Two years of an erratic schedule (and several other equally great excuses) has insidiously added a whopping 20 pounds to my 5 foot tall body. Eeeek. Just putting this in writing is unpleasant for me...equally unpleasant was remembering that nine years ago Patriot's Day (a holiday here in Boston...AKA"Marathon Monday") I ran the Boston Marathon, and today, I would have difficulty completing a 10k. So yesterday, while prepping our house for sale (oh, another good excuse for gaining weight...moving), Scott, Chris (our realtor and friend)and I started what Scott coined a "fat off". Here are the rules of our fat-off: Whomever looses 10% of our body weight first, "wins". If I win...the guys treat me to a spa day...if one of the guys wins, the two non-winners treat to Red Sox tickets.
The fat-off is the catalyst for my journey. Winning it is not the goal.
I have a daily meditation practice and a daily yoga practice. My yoga practice has been mostly restorative for the past 6 months and erratic in the time of day and duration of my practice. My cardiovascular and muscle conditioning routine has been sporadic, at best and non-existent for stretches of up to two weeks sometimes. My energy level is generally moderate, and I find I need more sleep than "usual". I share this information with you as a framework for my starting point. And in the spirit of vinyasa krama, or "starting where you are", this is where my journey begins (at least on the surface). I've sketched out a process of physical, spiritual, intellectual, and emotionally nourishing practices to live over the next 30-days. They are practices that have worked for me in the past in enhancing my well-being and they are practices that I have researched and learned about from others. If you want to join me on this journey, I will offer suggestions each day for the next 30 days. Some of the suggestions may be practices you are familiar with, others may be new to you. Some will resonate, others will not. But join me and let's see where we go together. Let's enjoy the process....ready?
Day 1: Commit to your self-care
For today, write an affirmation that is a contract with yourself.

Commit to 30-days of wellness, perhaps note a goal, or perhaps keep it open-ended to see what outcomes arise naturally. Here is my affirmation, feel free to use it too. But be sure to put it in writing (even if it is typing it into the comment field of this article)

I, _______________, understand that I am undertaking an exciting, creative,and intense journey to enable physical, intellectual and spiritual self-nurturing. I understand that there will be days that this will be challenging; I will remain committed to my journey throughout those difficult days because I have support and because I care about my well-being. 30 days to feeling more energized...it will not necessarily be linear. I will remember this on the days that feel like I am regressing.

I look forward to the journey together.

NAMASTE. Deborah Bernstein

To sign up for the 30 day journey go to: http://florianyoga.blogspot.com/2009/06/join-30-day-yoga-journey.html

Namaste'

Heather Hixon www.TimeToUnwind.com

Meeting Reminder for September 2009

Our 3rd - J.A.Y.A Meeting
Date: Sun., 9/13/09
Time: 4:00PM – 5:30PM
Cost: FREE
J.A.Y.A = Jacksonville Area Yoga Association.
JAYA also means : Victory!!
Membership is FREE (as of right now!)
"Come in unity of our yoga community"
This is a Great time to meet other yoga teachers, promote your classes or events and connect if you are a sub looking for classes! ~ Melissa from Yoga Ananda
This quarterly meeting will be held at
YOGA ANANDA: A CENTER FOR YOGA AND WELLNESS
4150 Herschel Street, Jacksonville, FL 32210
Call 904-680-7344 for directions
Find or Forward our blog: www.jayajax.blogspot.com
Our website is in the works! Check it out! www.jayajax.com