Spring Cleaning
Dear Oyster Bay Yogis,
Happy May! As I’m writing this, the sun is shining on the warmest, sunniest day yet this year. My tulips just popped out, and the birds are chirping away outside. I have thoroughly enjoyed the longer days, and those good springtime feelings. As I practice at home, I pause to enjoy a moment of stillness, and I think of all of you. Then, I get moving! Lean into a more vigorous, energetic, and perhaps quicker pace in your yoga practice with me?
I’ve chosen reverse plank as the pose of the month - make it work for your body. Modify your hand positioning to accommodate any wrist discomfort. Choose to extend your legs or bend your knees with the soles of the feet on the floor - whichever feels appropriately challenging to you. As you hold, let the lungs OPEN and take some deep, cleansing breaths. Take that open feeling with you into the rest of your practice, and the rest of your day. Make it dynamic? Moving into and out of the posture with your breath. What else needs to have this dynamic feeling in your life? Out with the stale, and in with some spring freshness!
Be well,
Amy
Pose of the Month
Purvottanasana: Reverse Plank Pose
This month at the studio we breakdown
Purvottanasana: Reverse Plank Pose.
Learn how best to practice this pose in any class all month long!
Sutra of the Month
In Sutra 1.14, Patanjali delves into the concept of practice and detachment as essential components of achieving mental tranquility. It highlights the importance of consistent practice combined with a sense of detachment from outcomes or desires. By cultivating this balance, practitioners can gradually attain a state of inner peace and clarity. This sutra encourages individuals to approach their spiritual journey with dedication and commitment, while also recognizing the need to let go of attachments and expectations along the way.
Oil of the Month
Our May OOTM is:
Energy Blend
“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 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.
Class Cancellations/Studio Closures
This month our studio will have some changes in the schedule due to holidays and other surrounding events:
Saturday, 5/4: The studio will be CLOSED for Oyster Bay Day
Sunday, 5/12: There will be no 4:15pm Flow & Restore class for Mother’s Day
Sunday, 5/26: There will be no 4:15pm Flow & Restore class for Memorial Day
Monday, 5/27: The studio will be CLOSED for Memorial Day
New Schedule
We're thrilled to announce that we've updated our yoga class schedule just in time for summer! Our new schedule goes into effect May 1st and offers a variety of classes to help you stay balanced, centered, and energized throughout the season.
Check out our updated schedule and join us on the mat!
Sign up for classes here.
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Events
Pajama Yoga
Friday, May 3rd
5:30pm-6:30pm *NEW TIME*
with Diana Singh
Bring your little ones (ages 4-10) dressed in their pajamas to a fun and interactive yoga class! Class includes gentle stretches, games, and stories to help them wind down and prepare for a peaceful sleep. And to top it off, we'll provide milk & cookies for a sweet treat before bed. Don't miss out on this cozy and enjoyable experience!
Please sign up in advance for this event, space is limited.
$20 per child
TLC For Your Shoulders
Friday, May 3rd
7:00-8:30pm
with Peggy Adair
Join Peggy Adair for a 90 minute session which will focus on soothing tight shoulders along with improving strength and flexibility. Peggy will guide us through a series of restorative poses, gentle stretches and a balanced flow to create ease, fluidity and strength in our shoulders.
$35 per person
10% off for members
Meditation & Gong Bath
Sunday, May 5th
2:00-3:30pm
with Martha Flanagan
In this 90 minute experience, we will learn a breathing technique to calm the mind and nervous system. A meditation to bring ourselves to a more centered, liberated sense of being. Gong Bath & Sound Therapy to increase mindfulness and promote a meditative state.
$55 per person
10% off for members
Moonrise Flow & Reiki
Friday, May 10th
6:30-7:30pm
with Barbara Kataisto
Come join Barbara Kataisto for a Moonrise flow and healing Reiki session. In this class of moon salutations (chandra namaskar) you'll find a more calming sequence invoking the moon's power of rest, luminescence and release. A great way to end your week and lead you into a peaceful weekend.
$25 to drop-in
FREE for members
Power Hour with Gina
Friday, May 17th
6:15-7:15pm
with Gina Murphy
Back by popular demand! Join Gina in a comfortable and welcoming environment for an energizing cardio and strength workout that will leave you feeling ready for the weekend! Melt the week off in this upbeat class, filled with great tunes and heart-pumping exercises. By incorporating weights, bands and a fantastic playlist, Gina's expert guidance and fun-loving personality will keep you motivated and engaged throughout the entire class. Don't miss out on the fun – join us for a workout that will leave you feeling strong, energized, and ready for anything!
$25 to drop-in
FREE for members
Yoga Book Club
Sunday, May 19th
6:00-8:00pm
with Peggy Adair
Save the date for our next Yoga Book Club meet up! Get ready to move with Peggy Adair in a one hour all levels yoga flow. Following the yoga session, we'll delve into a book discussion on How Yoga Works by Geshe Michael Roach. Bring all your insights on this remarkable book!
Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to nourish your body, expand your mind, and connect with like-minded individuals who share a love for both yoga and literature! Make sure to stop by our neighbors, Theodore's Books, and get a 15% discount on the book. Grab your mat, BYO drinks & snacks, and write down all your questions about our book pick!
$25 to drop-in
FREE for members
Member Only Happy Hour
Friday, May 31st
7:00-9:00pm
with Amy Garvey
Come celebrate Oyster Bay Yoga's 8th Anniversary with us! Exclusively for our members, this special event kicks off with an all-levels flow class led by our founder, Amy Garvey. Following the invigorating hour-long session, stay for refreshments and mingle with fellow members. Let's toast to eight incredible years of yoga and community!
Please sign up in advance, space is limited.
FREE for members
Restorative Yoga with Reiki Activation & Aromatherapy
Friday, June 7th
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.
$45 per person (Early Bird Price Ends 5/24)
$55 per person
10% off for members
Upcoming Events & Schedule Updates
UPCOMING EVENTS
Pajama Yoga: Friday, 5/3 at 5:30pm with Diana Singh
TLC For Your Shoulders: Friday, 5/3 at 7:00pm with Peggy Adair
Meditation & Gong Bath: Sunday, 5/5 at 2:00pm with Martha Flanagan
Moonrise Flow & Reiki: Friday, 5/10 at 7:00pm with Barbara Kataisto
Power Hour with Gina: Friday, 5/17 at 6:15pm with Gina Murphy
Yoga Book Club: Sunday, 5/19 at 6:00pm with Peggy Adair
Member Only Happy Hour: 5/31 at 7:00pm with Amy Garvey
CLASS CANCELLATIONS/STUDIO CLOSURES
Saturday, 5/4: The studio will be CLOSED for Oyster Bay Day
Sunday, 5/12: There will be no 4:15pm Flow & Restore class for Mother’s Day
Sunday, 5/26: There will be no 4:15pm Flow & Restore class for Memorial Day
Monday, 5/27: The studio will be CLOSED for Memorial Day
Thanks for taking the time to read our newsletter. I look forward to seeing you soon.
Until then, stay well,
Amy