Intention
Hello Oyster Bay Yogis,
Happy September! I just love this time of year. September feels like a mini-January, but without the pressure of our new year’s resolutions. A lovely time of year to reconnect to our intentions. To me, intention is EVERYTHING when it comes to our approach to yoga, or any other form of exercise, self care, or spiritual practice. Practicing at home is a WONDERFUL way to connect to your intentions, without the worry of what you look like, what your teacher is suggesting, and what your neighbor is doing beside you. If you’ve never practiced yoga at home on your own, give it a try this month, and give yourself the space and attention you need to discover what your body and soul need from your efforts on the mat. When we’re practicing in a group, we can feed off of each other’s energy and our instructor’s guidance, but at times we end up in a class that doesn’t align with what we were needing on that given day. So, I invite you to boil down your intentions at the beginning of each studio practice, maybe even writing it down as a visual reminder, so that you can take it with you and distinguish between what your ego wants, what your teacher suggests, what your neighbor is doing, what you think you SHOULD do, and what you are actually intending to receive from your practice that day. Go forth!
Amy
In the remainder of our newsletter you’ll see our Pose of the Month, Sutra of the Month, Oil of the Month, and Monthly Challenge Winner for July. Plus a full listing of the upcoming events. I look forward to seeing you again at the studio very soon.
Pose of the Month
Urdhva Danurasana: Upward Facing Bow Pose
Crack that heart open wide!
Sutra of the Month
This is such a wonderful, distilled message that we can use as a collective intention this month. What better endeavor is there than this?
Oil of the Month
Our September OOTM is:
Self Manifestation Blend
“The 3rd (Solar Plexus) Chakra is the point of our personal power. When suppressed we feel powerless, but when expressed we experience our strength of purpose.
This can lead to liberation, transformation, and manifestation of our own unique and distinct identity. In authentic self-empowerment, we experience autonomy supported by our sense of self-definition and self-worth while remaining in harmony with others through compassion and caring.
This synergy is called Self Manifestation and is made with the 100% pure, undiluted essential oils of Black Pepper, Cardamom, Davana, and Pink Grapefruit. It has a softly sweet punch of power and spice.
Self Manifestation helps to quiet the mind so that we may go inward to tap into our own sense of self-definition and autonomy with clarity. This strengthens our sense of self-empowerment with enthusiasm, stamina, and motivation. It nourishes our sense of self-worth with courage, confidence, and optimism. It also invites positive, cleansing energy to support manifestation of our purpose, while encouraging warmth and graciousness toward others.” -Plant Therapy
Click here to learn more about Self Manifestation
This month, enjoy 20% off your purchase of Self Manifestation essential oil at the studios.
Fall Reset Retreat at Glen Cove Mansion
Sunday, September 26th
10am-2pm
at Glen Cove Mansion
This is a day made just for YOU.
Does time feel like it’s just passing you by? Suddenly another year has gone by and, again, you’re being pulled along from one thing to the next, without ever feeling like you’re in the driver’s seat.
Join me for this special Fall Reset Retreat at the beautiful Glen Cove Mansion.
Slow down, reconnect to your values, and what it is that you really want out of your life
We’ll do this through movement, meditation, and some time and space to clarify our needs and desires for the future, and translate that into small, mindful, daily actions of self-care. Get pampered, and learn how to pamper yourself!
We’ll come together, connect, and support each other as we commit to a more joyful, more intentional season ahead.
$249/person
Includes:
75min Flow & Restore Yoga class, suitable for all levels, outdoors on the beautiful grounds of Glen Cove Mansion (rain site available indoors)
30min Guided meditation & breathwork
90min “Tuning In” program to help you reconnect to your core values, intentions, and skills so that you can bring more goodness, joy & wellbeing into your life this fall, and beyond.
Gourmet lunch, coffee, tea & dessert included
Space is limited.
Outdoor Yoga @ Mill Neck Manor
Come enjoy your practice outside on the beautiful grounds of Mill Neck Manor. The following classes meet every week, weather permitting:
Tuesdays at 9:15am: All Levels Flow with Ruth Tranter
Wednesdays at 6:00pm Sunset Flow with Sydney Matuszak
Classes are held in the “Sunken Garden,” just outside the historic manor house. Upon arrival at Mill Neck Manor, proceed to the security booth and let the attendant know you’re there for the yoga classes. From the security booth, drive up the long driveway to the fork, and take the left fork where you’ll see a parking lot. Once you park, walk toward the manor house and you’ll come upon the sunken garden.
Please BYO yoga mat and water. A towel is recommended as the grass can be dewey in the morning and evening.
$22 to drop-in / FREE for OBY & GCY members
10 class passes are also available
Monthly Challenge Winner
Our Monthly Challenge Winner for August 2021 is:
Mary Ann Torres!
Congratulations Mary Ann! You attended 28 classes in the month of August, and you’ll get your next month of membership for free! Thank you for being such a wonderful part of our community.
Who will be our September winner?
Full Moon Movement, Meditation & Gong Bath
Monday, September 20th
at Oyster Bay Yoga
with Martha Flanagan
7:15-8:15pm
Full Moon Gong Meditations allow us to honor the cyclical nature of the moon together. During the class there will be a seated meditation, incorporating mantra, pranayama and mudra, gentle movement to prepare the mind and body for the healing vibrations of the Gong.
$22 to drop-in / Free for OBY members
Friday Night Flow: Motown!
Break a sweat to the tune of some classic Motown hits this month with Anne! The BEST way to start your weekend. Free for members and just $10 to drop-in!
Glen Cove Yoga
Friday, September 3rd at 5:30pm
&
Oyster Bay Yoga
Friday, September 17th at 5:30pm
Upcoming Events & Schedule Updates
EVENTS
Friday Night Flow: Motown Friday 9/3 5:30pm with Anne Davidson (Glen Cove)
Pajama Yoga: Friday 9/3 & the 1st Friday of each month at 6:30pm with Diana Singh (Oyster Bay)
Friday Night Flow: Motown: Friday 9/17 at 5:30pm with Anne Davidson (Oyster Bay)
Full Moon Movement, Meditation & Gong Bath: Monday, 9/20 at 7:15pm with Martha Flanagan (Oyster Bay)
Yin Yoga Friday, 9/24 at 7:00pm
Pajama Yoga: Friday 8/27 & the last Friday of each month at 6:30pm with Diana Singh (Glen Cove)
SCHEDULE UPDATES
New class! We are excited to announce the return of our Sunday 10:45am Flow Level 2 with Ruth Tranter starting 9/19/21 (Oyster Bay)
Thanks for taking the time to read our newsletter. I look forward to seeing you soon. Until then, stay well.
Amy