Yoga Flo for Peace Download

The 40 minute sequence from our 1st DVD Yoga Flo for Peace is now available for download on My Yoga Online.

Yoga Flo for Peace 40 Minute Practice

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Luna Yoga Teacher Training 2012-2013

After reluctantly putting together our first teacher training last year, I am now super excited for our second one! It was such an amazing experience and we had such good feedback, that I am now thrilled to be working on Luna Yoga Teacher Training 2012-2013. We've ironed it out, condensed it to 10 months, and come up with an amazing schedule and some awesome guest teachers. We also added a volunteer day at Teja's Animal Refuge and Montreal's Yoga Mala. I feel really good about the schedule and am excited to share it.

Luna Yoga Teacher Training 2011-2012 Graduates

Maximum 20 people

Starts September 7th, 2012

http://www.centrelunayoga.com/training.htm

Vegan Challenge

A little while ago I wrote a blog about a documentary called Vegucated, I liked it so much I decided to screen it at the studio. It's a "feature-length documentary that follows three meat- and cheese-loving New Yorkers who agree to adopt a vegan diet for six weeks". To follow up the movie, Frances (one of our lovely Jivamukti teachers) suggested we host a vegan challenge of our own. I thought it was an amazing idea... We invited as many vegan/vegetarian friendly businesses to get involved and created a fun filled Vegan Challenge for the month of June, 2012.

As part of my duties I will be posting vegan recipes daily on my blog throughout the month of June. Most will be tried and tested by myself & family, with a couple recipes submitted by our generous sponsors.

Good luck to all those who are taking the challenge! 

Vegan Challenge
June 1st-30th, 2012
In honor of the Vegucated screening, we will be holding a vegan challenge throughout the month of June. If you’ve ever considered being vegan, here’s your chance to be part of a group exploring the realities of veganism, and debunking the myths.
The month will include:
- Unlimited yoga for the month of June at Luna Yoga
- A Screening of Vegucated
- Get it Ripe vegan cookbook
- A guided trip to the grocery store
- Discounts on local vegan restaurants and shops,
- Daily recipes (posted on Jennifer’s blog)
- A vegan cooking course
- Weekly gatherings 
June 1st-30th
Cost: $100
Take the challenge

Vegan Challenge participants will also receive discounts from Crudessence, Green Panther & lole, samples from Tonic, Rise Kombucha & Cocos Pure, 2 week gift membership from My Yoga Online, and 25% off at the Yoga Festival Montreal 

Thanks to all our sponsors for their generosity! 
Please feel free to add your comments, feedback and questions

Unplugged in the Bahamas

We just came back from one week on a small island in the Bahamas. Most of the time we had no Internet and no phone. It was so liberating. We had so much more time to read, walk, talk, play games, etc. Emails, texts and the iPhone are all so handy, but also so distracting. When we're away from it, we realize how attached we are, and how much time it takes up. So I'll keep this short and sweet... Close your computer, shut off your iPhone and take the time to unplug and enjoy life! xo

 

Join me this weekend for Lighten Up Your Inversions: A dynamic asana practice infused with pranayama on Friday evening and a Jivamukti class on Sunday afternoon at Centre Luna Yoga.

Golden Days

I just got back from a trip out west to Golden, B.C. for a visit with my sister and her family. I didn't get to take any yoga classes while I was out there, but I did get to teach a workshop at Golden Lotus Ayurveda. This is an adorable little studio run by warm hosts Dalia and Scott, both Ayurvedic practitioners and yoga teachers. There is a variety of styles offered, but mostly a softer approach. After my Jivamukti Workshop the general consenuses was that it was a lot more active than they were used to, but everyone was happy, and felt good getting out of their comfort zone and trying something new. I felt the same... so good to travel, see a different landscape and step away from routines...
and then so nice to come home.

Levi's first swim

Enjoying the mountains in Golden

Lapping up luxury

Kicking Horse Mountain

Lots of love from cousin Devon and Oma

Hanging in Banff

If you're looking for something different to do, check out Dechen Thurman's workshops this weekend at Centre Luna Yoga. Or come to our Yoga Retreat in France in May, 2012 and breathe fresh mountainous air, practice yoga, and step away from your routines!

Yoga Retreat in France, May 2012

My Grandmother used to tell me stories about her trips to France as a young girl. She suffered from respiratory problems, so her parents sent her to retreat centers where they would eat healthy food, breathe fresh mountain air, exercise and take sulfur baths. I always loved listening to these stories and imagined myself one day retracing her steps and taking the time to experience something similar. It's rare that we focus on our health and well-being, for some reason it often gets put on the back-burner. In May, 2012, I'll be heading to France with Frances to recreate my grandmothers experience. I invite you to join me on this journey of health and well-being.  

"Our appointment with life is in the present moment." 

Thich Nhat Hanh

Yoga Retreat in Aquitaine, France
with Jennifer Maagendans and Frances Vicente

Take a break from your daily routine and treat yourself to a special seven day Jivamukti retreat in Aquitaine, France. Be enchanted by the majestic beauty of the Chateau La Perroterie, a lovingly restored 14th century chateau situated atop a hill with 360 degree views of the most stunning countryside in the beautiful region of Lot & Garonne.

Each day will begin with an invigorating, inspiring and uplifting yoga practice with Jennifer, enjoy leisure time exploring the magnificent countryside or relaxing by the pool and end off with a softer, meditative and reflective practice with Frances.
Vegetarian breakfast and dinner are included, leaving you lunch to explore as you please. All meals are fresh, home cooked and produced with ingredients from the local markets.

The comfortable oak-beamed bedrooms are both rustic and modern. The guesthouse is superbly located for touring and exploring; only 2 kilometres outside the medieval town of Duras with its shops, weekly market, cafes, bars and restaurants.
We hope you’ll join us for a week of deepening your practice, your understanding of Jivamukti yoga and your connection with your Self.
Chateau Perroterie as featured in International Lifestyle Magazine
Chateau Perroterie Trip Advisor
 
Saturday, May 5 - Saturday May 12, 2012
Double Occupancy: 1250$ (1125$ before March 1st)
Single Occupancy: 1400$ (1250$ before March 1st)
Reserve your spot (20 people maximum) with a $500 nonrefundable deposit. The balance will be due April 1, 2012 (or March 1st to receive discounted price). Welcome sheet and Yoga Flo DVD gift pack will be sent shortly after receipt of your registration.
Register here!
*Includes 7 nights accommodation, breakfast and dinners, 2 yoga classes daily, access to pool and walking trails, visit to Thich Nhat Hanh's Plum Village.
*Flight not included. If you are all flying, Ryanair or Flybe to Bergerac Airport is best as it's only 35 mins from the Chateau. Bordeaux Airport (Easyjet, BMI, BA and any many other worldwide carriers including a direct flight from Montreal!) is about 80 mins. Libourne Railway Station for Eurostar and Paris connections is 40 mins.
For a list of activites and excursions, click here.
To register, or for more information, please contact us at jennifer@centrelunayoga.com or frances@centrelunayoga.com.

Grounding Yoga Flo Video Download

This yoga flow class was filmed live at Centre Luna Yoga Studio in Montreal. The union of movement and breath is emphasized in this dynamic Vinyasa (flow) class which incorporates strength, flexibility, and endurance. Focus on joyful and steady connection to the earth.

Grounding Yoga Flo Video Download

This is the fourth live class video of a series 

filmed for My Yoga Online.

Yoga Flo for Gratitude Video Download

Open up to gratitude with this challenging Vinyasa flow class incorporating powerful hip openers, abdominal toners and balance poses – both right side up and upside down.

Download Yoga Flo for Gratitude Video

This is the second live class video of a series 

filmed for My Yoga Online.

Centering Yoga Flo Video Download

My Yoga Online is a great resource for yoga classes. As a member you have access to tons of yoga dvds. They recently started filming live yoga classes... great for those times when you can't make it to class, but still want the group atmosphere. Here's a live class filmed with me at Centre Luna Yoga.

Centering Yoga Flo Video

This is the first in a series to come...

Enjoy!