thoughts from annie

Dear Friends,

When I think of my summer vacations as a child, what I remember the most is the thrill of being able to stay in bed as long as I wanted. If, and when, I eventually did get out of my pajamas, I might call a friend, play outside, or watch cartoons. Most importantly, whatever I did was of my own choosing. The opportunity to make choices and have control over my day was an important part of my maturation, providing me with the time, space and autonomy to figure out who I was, and what I wanted to do with my life.

All of us, at every age, need the time and space to reflect on what we want to do, and where we want to go in life. This summer, I hope you can find an afternoon, a weekend, maybe even a week away somewhere to be still and listen to your inner voice, and what it is whispering. It may just provide you with the direction for the future.

Finding the time and space to be still and listen is something we can also do during mindful meditation, and in our regular yoga practice - using the start of a class, or the ring of a bell to remind ourselves of our deepest intentions towards self and family.

For those of you in need of a break, but who can't get away, Circle Yoga is offering passports to its first ever Vacation Week at the studio, right here in DC. Between August 14-18, passport holders will enjoy a week of unlimited yoga and Pilates classes, plus Thai Yoga Massage, special introductory yoga and meditation workshops, and an evening of good food, good music and good company - all for $140 (massage extra)!

In addition, Circle Yoga adult classes will run from June 26 through August 20, and Budding Yogis continues to offer its regular weekly kids Yoga Camps, between June 12 and August 18. For more information about Vacation Week, summer camp, workshops and more, please visit the Circle Yoga website at www.circleyoga.com.

A lotus for you,

Annie

upcoming workshops

Couples Massage
Saturday, June 10, 1:30-4 pm, $55/couple
Are you intimidated by the thought of your tiny hands trying to massage your partners large and very tight back? Or is it that your strong hands could learn some gentle sensitivity? Wouldn't a little guidance on how to best massage that tight place in your partner's shoulder help? Maybe your partner could use some help. In this workshop we will take the time to practice clear and honest communication, verbal and physical. Christine gives plenty of individual attention so each massager can work comfortably and effectively. Good technique combined with loving intention equals an amazing massage. Come practice speaking to each other through the language of touch. Each partner will receive a full body massage. Christine has been a licensed massage therapist for 10 years and her work is most simply described as gentle but deep. She blends a variety of tissue and energetic techniques offering deeply relieving sessions. She and her cat see clients at their Cleveland Park home office. With Christine Davis.

Daddy & Me Yoga for Father's Day (5-10 year olds)
Sunday, June 18, 10-11 am, $18 couple, $12 each additional participant
This class is designed especially for dads and their kids to share the joy of yoga. It will give dads the opportunity to have a special hour with their kids, have some fun and do some yoga. We'll be doing yoga poses, interactive partner poses, playing yoga games, and of course, relaxing. No yoga experience is necessary. With Linda Feldman, Director of Budding Yogis. See bio at www.buddingyogis.com.

Budding Yogis’ Family Weekends
July 8 & 9 and August 12 & 13 (see details on reverse)
Take a break this Summer, respark your childrens’ yoga spirits, and enjoy some family yoga with our Circle Yoga & Budding Yogis family. It’s easy to Be here.

Tummy Time^tm
4 Wednesdays, July 5, 12, 19, & 26, 12 – 1 pm
Tummy Timetm is for mothers and their babies and will teach mothers how to support themselves in movement while helping their babies integrate developmentally. (For infants from six weeks until walking.) With Jeanne Feeney, founder of Movement Laboratory.

Barefoot Beats
Saturday, July 8, 7–8 pm, adults with kids ages 3-10, $30/family
Celebrate Summertime with your family, and free your spirit, mind, and body by moving to the beats of music from around the world. No dance or yoga experience necessary. With Judi Sperber, who conducts dance, art, and music workshops with kids of all ages and families.

NEW: Vacation Yoga Week!
Perfect for anyone in need of a break right here in DC.
August 14–18, weeklong Passport $140
Pick up your Circle Yoga Passport and connect with yourself and others at the Circle Yoga studio between August 14–18, where you'll enjoy a week of unlimited yoga and Pilates classes, plus special introductory yoga and meditation workshops, Thai Yoga Massage, and a Friday evening of good food, good music and good company—all for $140 (massage extra)!