October 2024 at Oyster Bay Yoga

Grounding

 
 

Dear Yogis,

Happy October! This month, let’s let our practice be a reflection of the season. Moving into the fall, and into Vata season, we’re offering some options to slow down, to ground, and to settle into a new way of practicing that nourishes our bodies and minds this time of year.

All the best,
Amy

Pose of the Month

Malasana: Garland Pose

 
 

This month at the studio we breakdown
Malasana: Garland Pose.
Learn how best to practice this pose in any class all month long!

Sutra of the Month

 
 

Sutra 1.34 from Patanjali’s Yoga Sutras focuses on calming the mind through breath control. It suggests that by regulating the breath—specifically through exhalation and breath retention—the mind can achieve a state of steadiness and tranquility. This practice helps reduce mental agitation, bringing clarity and focus, and is a foundational technique in achieving inner peace and balance.

Oil of the Month

Our October OOTM is:

Ginger Root Oil

 
 

“With a spicy and warming aroma, Ginger Root CO2 can be the ultimate remedy for many issues. Topically, this essential oil can be useful to help improve circulation as well as provide relief in muscle aches and pain. When dealing with nausea and motion sickness, Ginger Root CO2 to the rescue! Simply inhale the aroma or dilute in a carrier oil and massage onto the stomach for relief. For ladies dealing with menstrual discomfort, this can be your go-to. Its stimulating properties can be greatly beneficial if you experience any discomfort brought on by daily tasks and routines.” -Plant Therapy

Enjoy 20% off your purchase of Ginger Root essential oil all month at the studio.

Oyster Fest 2024

 
 

Please note that Oyster Bay Yoga will have a modified schedule the weekend of October 19th & 20th due to OysterFest.⁠

• Saturday, 10/19: One class – 8:00-9:00am All Levels Flow with Anne Davidson⁠
• Sunday, 10/20: Two classes – 7:00-8:00am Kundalini with Martha Flanagan & 8:15-9:15am Flow 2 with Anna Khirkheli⁠

Be sure to plan ahead and join us for these early morning classes!

Schedule Change

 
 

We're happy to announce two new class additions to our schedule starting in October!

  • Mondays 6:00pm All-Levels Flow with Angela Loomis

  • Thursdays 6:00pm Flow 1 with Diane Libman

We hope to see you in these classes!

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Events

 

Friday Night Flow: Halloween

 
 

Friday, October 11th
7:00 - 8:00pm
with Anne Davidson

Ready to break a sweat to some spine-chilling tunes? Join Anne for a spooktacular all-levels vinyasa flow class - the perfect way to kickstart your weekend! Dress up in your favorite Halloween costume and let's flow together in style!

$30 to drop-in
FREE for members

Full Moon Movement, Meditation & Gong Bath

 
 

Friday, October 18th
7:00-8:15pm
with Martha Flanagan

Celebrate the Hunter's Full Moon with Martha Flanagan, where we honor the cyclical nature of the moon together. This class includes a seated meditation, incorporating mantra, pranayama, and mudra, as well as gentle movement to prepare the mind and body for the healing vibrations of the Gong.

Please sign up in advance for this event, space is limited.

$45 Early Bird Pricing (Ends 10/4)
$55 per person
10% Off for Members

TLC For The Hips: Unlock Your Emotions

 
 

Friday, October 25th
7:00-8:30pm
with Peggy Adair

Join Peggy Adair for a 90 minute hip opening session where we will dive deep into the sacral chakra and the significance of this energy center for our hips and its connections to our emotions. With a combination of restorative poses, light stretches to release tight hips and a balanced flow, we will gain fluidity, openness and stability in our hips. Leave this exploratory class feeling refreshed, full of creative energy and a new found freedom in your body.

$40 per person
10% off for members

Adult Pajama Yoga

 
 

Sunday, October 27th
6:00-7:30pm
with Diana Singh

Join us for a unique and relaxing yoga experience with Adult Pajama Yoga! In this class, you will learn a series of restorative poses designed to help you unwind and de-stress before bed, all while wearing your coziest pajamas.

After the class, enjoy a glass of wine and some light snacks, including cheese and crackers, to continue the relaxation and socialize with like-minded yogis. This is the perfect opportunity to treat yourself to a little self-care and connect with others in a fun and cozy environment.

Sign up now and don't forget to wear your favorite pair of pajamas for the ultimate cozy experience.

$40 per person
10% off for members

Pajama Yoga

 
 

Friday, November 1st
5:30-6:30pm
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 class, space is limited.

$20 per child

Yoga Book Club

 
 

Sunday, November 3rd
6:00-8:00pm
with Peggy Adair

For our next Yoga Book Club meetup, we will be reading Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros. This class is led by Peggy Adair with a one hour all levels flow, followed by an hour of book discussion. 

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!

$30 to drop-in
FREE for members

Restorative Yoga & Meditation

 
 

Friday, November 8th
7:00-8:30pm
with Peggy Adair

Join Peggy Adair for a transformative 90-minute evening of meditation and restorative yoga. The session will start with a guided Chakra meditation, designed to bring balance and clarity to your mind. Restorative yoga will follow, activating your parasympathetic nervous system to promote deep relaxation and healing. Benefits include stress relief, lower blood pressure, improved sleep, and boosted immunity. Leave feeling rejuvenated, balanced, and centered. Don’t miss this opportunity to restore your mind and body!

Space is limited for this event, please sign up in advance.

$45 Early Bird Pricing (Ends 10/25)
$55 per person
10% Off for Members

Gratitude Yoga

 
 

Sunday, November 17th
6:00-7:15pm
with Diana Singh

Join us for a Gratitude Yoga class to learn about practices that cultivate loving kindness, inner peace, abiding joy, and a profound connection to yourself, your breath, and others. Poses will focus on connecting to an open heart, a strong core, and an appreciation of your whole body. This practice will teach you to take time to center your body and mind while savoring the present moment. As you move to deepen your awareness of each amazing part of your body, feel yourself enveloped in joy & gratitude for all your blessings!

$30 to drop-in
FREE for members

Yin Yoga

 
 

Friday, November 22nd
6:00-7:15pm
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

 
 

Upcoming Events & Schedule Updates

UPCOMING EVENTS

SCHEDULE CHANGES

  • NEW: Thursdays 6pm Flow 1 with Diane Libman starts October 3rd

  • NEW: Mondays 6pm All Levels Flow with Angela Loomis starts October 7th

  • Due to OysterFest, Saturday, 10/19 will have one class – 8:00-9:00am All Levels Flow with Anne Davidson⁠

  • Due to OysterFest, Sunday, 10/20 will have two classes – 7:00-8:00am Kundalini with Martha Flanagan & 8:15-9:15am Flow 2 with Anna Khirkheli⁠

 
 

Thanks for taking the time to read our newsletter. I look forward to seeing you soon.

Until then, stay well,

Amy