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This technique facilitates letting go of stress, anxiety and stored suppression, creating the possibility for freedom, profound relaxation, improved breathing and self-acceptance. The workshop includes a complete explanation of the process, one breathing session, and the processing of experiences — all within a safe, private, and loving environment.
A native to New Orleans, Jack Fontana is a professional breathwork practitioner. Since 1985, he has expanded his practice to both teaching and participating in breathwork seminars across the U.S. He is a licensed massage therapist, nationally certified through the NCBTMB 2013, state licensed #0076, and a member of the American Massage Therapy Association, as well as an artist.
Thursday, May 30, 7-9:30 pm, $54
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You can do this — no sweat! This 2-week, 4-class workshop will get you started with basic poses that build strength, increase flexibility, and enhance balance. Learn proper alignment and breathing techniques to enhance relaxation. No experience necessary and — literally — no sweat! Get back to work rejuvenated and on time!
Yoga’s benefits include enhanced flexibility, increased strength & balance, decreased stress and a calm mind.
If you are curious about yoga or looking to add another dimension to your workout, this 4-class workshop is for you! Visit the online schedule to register.
Originally from Texas, Joni has recently relocated to New Orleans with her husband and two children. She has been practicing yoga for 12 years, beginning with Iyengar yoga, a form of hatha yoga that centers around using props, belts, breathing and alignment to help students learn the poses. In 2003, Joni received her certification from NESTA through the Sport Yoga program. She recently received a personal training and senior certification that she looks forward to incorporating into her classes and private instruction.
TUE/THUR 12:30PM-1:30PM, April 30- May 9, 4 Classes $50
Get ready to, stretch, tone and let go of daily stresses through this moving meditation! This playful and energetic yoga class is designed to provide a full-body workout to practicing yogis as well as introduce the benefits of power yoga to those who are curious; see for yourself how yoga will increase your flexibility, balance, and strength and leave you feeling calm, clear headed and refreshed.
Taught by our Early Bird Power Yoga instructor, Lauren is a former college athlete who was on the Louisiana Tech Cross Country team. Her passion for Yoga developed around the time her running schedule became intense in order to prevent injuries. She fell in love with the lifestyle and has been practicing ever since. Teaching a yoga class has been a dream of hers so that she can bring the same joy to others. She hopes to target all those who love yoga and also to bring in those who are skeptical, as she was when she first started. Certified in personal training through AFPA, she has the knowledge and passion for teaching and implementing healthy lifestyles.
Wednesdays, May 1-22 4:30-5:30PM, 4 Classes $50
Slinky Slow Flow | Supplementing our regular Belly Dance workshop, this Slinky Slow Flow class emphases the slinky snake moves and undulations of Belly Dance. This workshop focuses on core and limb strengthening and toning. April 29, 2013, 6-7PM $15.jpg)
Shimmy ‘Til You Drop! | Fast and fun, this workshop (as implied) promises to be a killer workout, especially for legs & hips! May 13, 2013, 7:15-8:15PM $15
Belly Dance is specifically suited for the female physique, no matter what your size! As Belly Dance has evolved, more and more women dance for health and positive self image, intimating the dynamics of one’s unique femininity and form —and most of all, for a fun workout! Incorporating both slow and quick moves, Belly Dance provides the means to increase flexibility and strength as well as to improve balance and comfort. Tummies of all sizes welcome, no dance experience is required for these beginner level workshops. Open to women ages 16-99. Class size limited to 10 participants.
Taught by Iona, who brings to her classes both a joy of dance and of human beings, while providing a comfortable and lighthearted atmosphere for women to explore moves of this dance genre. Iona holds a master’s in theatre arts and her performance credits include stage, TV, festival, and restaurant performance as a soloist and troupe member.
The DANCE of HATHA Yoga is open to beginners, beginners with some basic experience and intermediate levels.
Taught by Rolf vanAnders, master yoga & Pilates instructor, Rolf is a certified professional on staff at the LSU Medical complex, and has more than 20 years of experience. Come and meet Rolf, you will love his work!
Because of the nature of this workshop, class size is limited to 8 participants.
Wednesday, May 1-22, 2013, 7:15-8:15PM, 4 Classes, $50
Restorative yoga is to the mind what a massage is to the body — restorative is about deprogramming stress and giving yourself time to recharge. Poses are supported with restorative props (bolsters and blankets provided) to enhance a safe environment to unwind. Open to students at all levels.
May 20, 2013, 7:15-8:15PM, $15
Registration open through May 1, 2013
KinderYoga Mini-Camp
ages 4 – 6
Little Yogis explore and learn in this one-week mini-camp. Through creative movement, yoga-play, art, games, and songs, children learn about their healthy, growing bodies, and build strength, flexibility, and balance.
Please pack a healthy snack and water for your child to enjoy.
Open to girls and boys ages 4 – 6
Monday June 3 – Friday June 7
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
$125.00
and/or
Monday June 17 – Friday June 21
3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
$125.00
Registration now open!
Kids Yoga Play Mini-Camp
Ages 6 – 9
A week of yoga, learning and fun! This one-week mini-camp invites school-aged children to explore the movement and structure of their bodies. Kids will learn beginner Yoga poses, as well as how yoga helps keep them strong and healthy. There will be plenty of time for creative movement and yoga play, and each afternoon will wind down with savasana/relaxation. Please pack a healthy snack and water for your child to enjoy.
Open to girls and boys ages 6 – 9
Mon June 3 – Fri June 7
3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
$125.00
and/or
Monday June 17 – Friday June 21
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
$125.00
Registration now open!
Rooted in the compassionate practice of Yoga and incorporating activities from the Dove Movement for Self-Esteem, this one-week mini-camp is designed to help young girls feel healthy, powerful, and confident in their skin. Yoga poses build strength, balance, and flexibility, while group activities build self-esteem, communication skills, and emotional awareness. This camp deals with health, beauty, and positive body image, and gives girls all the tools they need to navigate the changes and challenges ahead.
Please pack a healthy snack and water to enjoy.
Open to GIRLS ONLY, ages 10 – 13
Mon June 10 – Friday June 14
2:30 PM – 5:30 PM
$195.00
Registration now open!
SPARK! Teen Yoga Intensive
Want to do something *different* this summer? Want to be inspired, engaged, excited? Are you ready to embrace all of the beauty and power inside of you? Join us for an experience like no other! SPARK is a 2-week intensive just for teens to move, learn, explore, grow — to truly come alive! We will focus on Individual Expression, Authenticity, Self-trust, Empowerment — all delivered with a healthy dose of FUN. Here a just a few of the things you can look forward to… * Get into your body with Creative Movement, Yoga and Body/Mind Integration. * Focus your mind and connect to your Authentic Self through breathing exercises, visualizations and centering. * Gain skills to improve your communication with friends, family, teachers. * Explore and expand your personal possibilities with the support of your team leaders and peers! * Create new friendships and memories while gaining tools that can be used in all aspects of Life. This is not just another summer camp. This is a unique experience to discover the truly amazing life that awaits you! Come shake it up, stretch it out, SPARK your inner light!
Please pack a healthy snack and water to enjoy.
Open to GIRLS ONLY, ages 13 – 18
Mon – Fri June 24 – June 28
2:30 PM – 5:30 PM
$195.00
and/or
Mon – Fri July 22 – July 26
2:30 PM – 5:30 PM
$195.00
Registration now open!
Originally from Texas, Joni has recently relocated to New Orleans with her husband and two children. She has been practicing yoga for 12 years, beginning with Iyengar yoga, a form of hatha yoga that centers around using props, belts, breathing and alignment to help students learn the poses. In 2003, Joni received her certification from NESTA through the Sport Yoga program. She recently received a personal training and senior certification that she looks forward to incorporating into her classes and private instruction.
Joni will be instructing Lunchtime Beginners’ Yoga workshop beginning April 30 and is available immediately for private appointments.
To book a private appointment with Joni, go to the appointment page of our Mindbody scheduler (see sample image below.) Enter your login info at the top right if your browser has not automatically logged you in, and then select the appointment you wish to book. Choose a day, date and time that you wish to search for. The system should walk you through the process.
If you have any questions or wish to book an appointment, don’t hesitate to call or email, we’re happy to help!
Check out Yoga Lagniappe’s teacher interview to read more about our instructor, Courtney, and to find the coupon code to redeem for summer workshops.
Nidra is a Sanskrit word which means “sleep.” Yoga nidra can be described as “yogic sleep” or complete effortlessness combined with awareness. This ancient technique is designed to systematically induce deep mental, physical, and emotional relaxation.
Our time together will include a discussion on how to formulate a “sankalpa” or resolution, which you will then use during a guided yoga nidra session. You will learn how the practice of yoga nidra helps you move closer toward achieving your goals.
During the yoga nidra portion of the practice you will lie on your back and be directed to move your awareness to different parts of the body, opening you to deeper and deeper levels of relaxation. As you rest in relaxed awareness you will plant the seed of your resolution.
Please bring a notebook and pen, along with a general idea of the resolution that you are committed to achieving in the next 6 to 18 months.
Saturday, April 6, 2013, 1-3PM, 2 hours, $30
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