Self Care
Dear Yogis,
Happy April! This month, take a moment to ask yourself, “How can I truly care for myself?” Imagine seeing yourself through the eyes of a dear friend—someone who loves you unconditionally. What would they wish for you?
Self-care isn’t just about rest; it’s about showing up for yourself with kindness and intention. This season, let your yoga practice be an act of self-care—time set aside just for you. As you step onto your mat, listen to what your body and heart need. Each breath, each movement, is a gift of renewal. The more you embrace yoga as self-care, the more nourishing and fulfilling your practice will become.
Give yourself that gift. You deserve it.
All the best,
Amy
Pose of the Month
Ardha Matsyendrasana: Half Lord of the Fishes.
This month at the studio we breakdown
Ardha Matsyendrasana: Half Lord of the Fishes.
Learn how best to practice this pose in any class all month long!
Sutra of the Month
This sutra reminds us of the heart of yoga: when the mind becomes still and free from distractions, we return to our true essence. In our daily lives, our thoughts, emotions, and external influences often cloud our perception of who we truly are. But through yoga and meditation, we learn to quiet the fluctuations of the mind (as mentioned in Sutra 1.2) and reconnect with our inner self—calm, clear, and unshaken. Each time you step onto your mat, consider it an opportunity to move beyond the noise and settle into your true nature.
Oil of the Month
Our April OOTM is:
Energy Oil
“Organic Energy Essential Oil Blend gives you the extra boost you need when energy levels are low. Reach for the cheerful, bright aroma anytime you need to feel a burst of motivation. Try using first thing when you wake up to help get rid of grogginess, or after lunchtime to fight those midday doldrums. With the organic oils of crisp and invigorating Peppermint, awakening Orange and Lemon, and a stimulating blend of spicy Ginger Root CO2, clarifying Eucalyptus, and sweet Geranium, you'll love the way this blend sharpens your resolve and motivates you to get up and going!”
-Plant Therapy
Enjoy 20% off your purchase of Energy essential oil all month at the studio.
New Wednesday Nights at Oyster Bay Yoga
We’re excited to introduce our new Wednesday evening lineup with Maru Duran:
6:15pm Core & Flow
7:30pm Yoga Roots
Core & Flow is a dynamic class with a warm up focused on core exercises that lead you right into a challenging yoga flow. This class designed to build strength and stability!
Yoga Roots is a foundational yoga class where you'll learn postures in a safe, alignment-based class. Geared to beginners and experienced yogis looking for a moderately-paced class with lots of opportunities to learn and grow!
Whether you're looking to fire up your core or move in an intentional flow, these classes are the perfect midweek reset! See you on the mat!
Closed for Easter
Oyster Bay Yoga will be closed for Easter on Sunday, April 20th, so our community can enjoy the holiday with loved ones.
Wishing you a joyful and peaceful day!
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Events
Introduction to Qigong
Friday, April 4th
7:00-8:30pm
with Ashley Baldwin
Qigong is an ancient practice that invites us to reconnect with our body's natural energy, or Qi, through mindful movement and breath. This practice helps us cultivate a deeper sense of presence, grounding us in the body while supporting the flow of energy throughout. As we explore Qigong, we become more attuned to our body's rhythms, creating a space to improve overall well-being and balance.
In this workshop, we will focus on simple yet powerful Qigong movements and breathing exercises designed to enhance body awareness and physical confidence. Along the way, we will gently explore our habitual body and mind patterns, uncovering how they can impact our daily physical comforts. With patience and playfulness, students will be guided to experience the flow of Qi within, discovering how it can bring alignment and ease to both body and mind.
This workshop is suitable for all levels - complete beginners are welcome!
Space is limited for this event, please sign up in advance.
Tickets to this event are non-refundable, non-transferable to other events.
$45 per person
10% off for members
About the Teacher
Ashley Baldwin is a TQH Medical Qigong Instructor who has trained under Qigong master and Chinese Medicine doctor, Ajahn Toh, since 2016. She lived in Chiang Mai, Thailand, first studying, then teaching clients and patients at the TQH Healing & Education Center, for almost 7 years. She has taught internationally in Thailand, Indonesia, South Korea, and USA. Currently, she continues her education with her teacher online.
Ashley is passionate about offering body-mind education which inspires us to take proactive responsibility for personal well-being. After healing her own disorders and developing a holistic, sophisticated understanding of her past condition, her mission is to guide others to make diligent effort toward developing their inherent body wisdom in order to see, understand, and heal personal conditions objectively.
Intermediate Pilates & Foam Rolling
Sunday, April 6th
12:00-1:00pm
with Susanne Seripiero
Susanne will guide participants through intermediate level Pilates exercises that focuses on strengthening the core, improving flexibility and enhancing overall body control, with movements designed to challenge coordination and muscle endurance. The intermediate level builds on basic Pilates principles but adds more complex sequences and longer holds to deepen core engagement.
Participants will then be guided through a recovery technique using a foam roller. Foam rolling after a workout helps reduce tightness and by breaking up lactic acid buildup and improving recovery time. This class will be a 60 minute class (45 minutes Mat Pilates class plus 15 minutes foam rolling).
Space is limited for this event, please sign up in advance.
$30 to drop-in
FREE for members
Yoga Book Club
Sunday, April 6th
6:30-8:30pm
with Peggy Adair
For our next Yoga Book Club meetup, we’ll be reading The Things We Cannot Say by Kelly Rimmer. This poignant novel explores love, resilience, and the unbreakable bonds of family, weaving together past and present in an unforgettable story set against the backdrop of WWII.
Led by Peggy Adair, this gathering begins with a one-hour all-levels yoga flow to prepare your body and mind, followed by an engaging hour of book discussion.
Don’t miss this opportunity to nourish your body, expand your mind, and connect with like-minded individuals! Be sure to visit our neighbors, Theodore's Books, and enjoy 15% off your copy. Bring your mat, your favorite snacks or drinks, and come ready to share your thoughts about this heartfelt read!
$30 to drop-in
FREE for members
Yin Yoga
Friday, April 11th
7:00-8:15pm
with Martha Flanagan
Are you moving too fast?
Doing too many things at one time?
Too much "mind chatter" or just want to slow down?
Yin yoga can provide an antidote for this.
This class will guide you through a series of poses that are primarily done sitting and lying down. The poses are held for 2-5 minutes at a time to allow connective tissues (fascia, ligaments) to soften, lengthen and lubricate. A yin yoga practice compliments a yang practice and allows for a more balanced approach to life.
$30 to drop-in
FREE for members
Women’s Circle
Sunday, April 13th
2:00-4:00pm
with Kaitlyn Pawlukojc
“Yoga helps us to remove all obstructing (mental) clouds, so that we may come to enjoy the sunshine within. It is an extensive program of reeducation through which we learn, step by step, to live the light of our true nature. Only when we have truly found ourselves will we be able to live in peace, harmony, and happiness in the world.” - Georg Feuerstein
Consider deepening your personal practice by engaging yoga as a way of life. Every second Sunday from 2-4pm, we gather to create sacred community by grounding in our breath, gently moving our bodies, settling into our hearts, and listening for our inner knowing. This experience of mindful inquiry encourages you to show up for yourself and one another as we explore the spiritual in every day life. Your level of participation is up to you as we honor the Light and Love within and among us all.
Registration is required to attend. This event is FREE.
We gratefully welcome donations to help sustain and grow the Women's Circle, ensuring it remains an ongoing space for connection and healing.
Restorative Yoga with Reiki Activation & Aromatherapy
Friday, April 25th
7:00-8:30pm
with Nancy Rich
Settle into a nourishing evening of relaxing restorative yoga postures, enhanced with reiki & aromatherapy. Restorative yoga is a blissful, slow down practice that relieves stress, anxiety, fatigue, while releasing mental/physical tension & chronic pain through the use of supporting props (bolsters, blankets & blocks). You will be guided into a peaceful state of stillness, while receiving reiki & aromatherapy. Reiki is a form of hands on healing through which energy is transferred through the palms of the practitioner to the recipient to encourage emotional & physical healing. The experience will be enhanced with gentle aromatherapy to promote a sense of relaxation & wellbeing. This deeply healing practice is appropriate for everyone & is essential for those with a fast paced life.
Space is limited for this event, please sign up in advance.
Tickets to this event are non-refundable, non-transferable to other events.
$45 Early Bird Pricing (Ends 4/11)
$55 per person
10% off for members
Oyster Bay Day
Saturday, May 3rd
8:30-9:30am
with Anne Davidson
Due to Oyster Bay Day on Saturday, May 3rd, we will have a modified class schedule with just one class from 8:30-9:30 AM—so be sure to start your day with us before enjoying the festivities!
Please note that Audrey Avenue will be closed for the event, so be sure to plan ahead for parking if you're joining us for class.
Oyster Bay Day is a fantastic community event featuring live music, vendors, food trucks, and fun activities for all ages. We hope to see you there—stop by and say hello as you explore all that our wonderful town has to offer!
$30 to drop-in
FREE for members
Upcoming Events & Schedule Updates
UPCOMING EVENTS
Introduction to Qigong: Friday, 4/4 at 7:00pm with Ashley Baldwin
Intermediate Pilates & Foam Rolling: Sunday, 4/6 at 12:00pm with Susanne Seripiero
Yoga Book Club: Sunday, 4/6 at 6:30pm with Peggy Adair
Yin Yoga: Friday, 4/11 at 7:00pm with Martha Flanagan
Women's Circle: Sunday, 4/13 at 2:00pm with Kaitlyn Pawlukojc
Restorative Yoga with Reiki Activation & Aromatherapy: Friday, 4/25 at 7:00pm with Nancy Rich
SCHEDULE CHANGES
Wednesday night classes will now be 6:15pm Core & Flow and 7:30pm Yoga Roots, both taught by Maru Duran.
Thanks for taking the time to read our newsletter. I look forward to seeing you soon.
Until then, stay well,
Amy