For the last several years of changes, Yoga has been at the heart of it all. When people ask me, “How did you learn all this?” I usually say that I came by these life lessons honestly: Through pain and struggle. Yoga has given me the tools to be resilient in the midst of pain and change, to embrace it, and to grow. I want to keep sharing this magic that is Yoga
Author Archives: Sunriveryoga
Yoga- Unlimited
Everyone experiences times when they don’t have much to give: Time, money, or maybe attention. Some of the most profound experiences of my life have been at the very moments when I thought I had nothing left. Whether it’s pushing through physical challenge, or a digging out of a deep emotional well, we humans haveContinue reading “Yoga- Unlimited”
Hard Choices
Last week, several of us met at the Community Center to discuss how to keep yoga classes going here in Fort Shaw, while still make the necessary changes in light of my working full-time in GFalls. However, after more time to consider, I feel that to truly be fair to my family life, I mustContinue reading “Hard Choices”
You’re late- for YOGA?!
There is a plethora of advice on yoga etiquette available: “Never come in to yoga class late.” “Don’t fidget during savasana.” “Don’t leave early.” And on, and on. First let me say: I get it. Coming to yoga 5 minutes late can be somewhat disruptive, both to students and the instructor. Fidgeting during savasana mightContinue reading “You’re late- for YOGA?!”
You are worth your time
Let’s face it: We CAN’T MAKE TIME. One of our biggest challenges in prioritizing self-care is ‘making’ the time. Something else is NOT getting your attention during yoga or other self-care. It’s fair to say though, that when we are taking care of ourselves and feeling our best, our work and other aspects of our livesContinue reading “You are worth your time”
On Yoga with an Injury…
Life is what happens while you’re making other plans, right? So, you planned to go to your regular yoga class tomorrow, but slipped and fell today on the ice today. Should you still go? I get questions like these often, whether it’s a recent fall or something more serious. Is doing yoga while injured goodContinue reading “On Yoga with an Injury…”
Winds of Change
As the Chinook winds bring a winter thaw, Sun River Yoga will be experiencing yoga schedule changes in response to some life changes. New out-of-town obligations for our household have resulted in a conflict with our Tuesday night Slow Flow Yoga class. As such, Slow Flow Yoga class will change to 545pm on MONDAYS, beginning next week, Jan.Continue reading “Winds of Change”
Re-New Year
December Yoga
Okay, you’re busy during the holidays, but even Santa can make the time! Community Center Yoga this month: Tuesdays, 9am: Gentle Yoga. With limited up and down transitions, this is focused on gentle strengthening, maintaining mobility, and breath work. $7 to drop in, or $20/4 classes. Suitable for beginners and beyond. Tuesdays, 6pm: Slow FlowContinue reading “December Yoga”
November News
The winds of change bring us to the month of November, and a welcome vacation for our family. Between a short family trip and Election Day, the November schedule will see some changes. I am also instructing at The Peak Athletic Club part-time in Great Falls, so please check the schedule if you’re passing through!Continue reading “November News”