November 2021 at Oyster Bay Yoga

Gratitude

Dear Oyster Bay Yogis,

Happy November! This month’s theme is “Gratitude.” Tony Robbins says that we can’t be grateful and angry at the same time. So, this month, let’s put that into our yoga practice, and see if we can embody gratitude for the goodness in our lives. It’s the feeling, or the emotion of gratitude that’s important. And, like anything else worth pursuing, repetition and ritual are important. Each time you arrive on your mat, or as you rest in your savasana, consider something, big or small, that you FEEL grateful for, sit with that good feeling, take it with you off of your mat, and share it with others! You CAN do this while still honoring what’s difficult, and uncomfortable (that’s what yoga is all about baby).

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 October. Plus a full listing of the upcoming events. I look forward to seeing you again at the studio very soon.

Namaste,

Amy


Pose of the Month

Pigeon Pose

Gently, thoughtfully approach this deep hip opener, and learn how to keep your knees safe.


Sutra of the Month

The yama of asteya calls us to cultivate a way of being in the world that’s so full of gratitude and abundance that the idea of stealing—or taking excess of any kind—isn’t even imaginable. What if, instead of moving through the world focused on what we can get, we constantly asked ourselves what we can give?⁠


Oil of the Month

Our November OOTM is:

Germ Fighter

“It is so important to keep your body on alert against attacks to your immune system. Whether it’s keeping your hands clean, or warding off seasonal threats going around the office or school by keeping your body on attack, Germ Fighter will give you that extra protection you need. Plus, it smells great!” -Plant Therapy

Click here to learn more about Germ Fighter

This month, enjoy 20% off your purchase of Germ Fighter essential oil at the studios.


Monthly Challenge Winner

Our Monthly Challenge Winner for October 2021 is:

Kate Lucano

Congratulations Kate! You attended 30 classes in the month of October, 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 November winner?


Friday Night Flow: Gratitude

Friday, November 12th
5:30pm-6:30pm
at Glen Cove Yoga

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&

Friday, November 19th
5:30pm-6:30pm
at Oyster Bay Yoga

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Add a little gratitude to your flow this month with songs that remind you to say "thank you." Anne's mindful flow will leave you feeling reflective and thankful!

Free for members and just $10 to drop-in!


Thanksgiving Gratitude Kids Yoga Class

Friday, November 12th

Ages 5-10 4:00-4:45pm

Ages 11-15 5:00-5:45pm

with Jeannine Perotto

at Oyster Bay Yoga

Come join YR! teachers for a fun and heart-centered kids yoga class based on gratitude for Thanksgiving...
Class includes yoga (for before and AFTER the big meal!), mindfulness, stories, games and a gratitude-themed craft for the little ones, and some meditation and journaling for the tweens, along with ideas for creating your own gratitude jar at home.

$15 per child

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Full Moon Movement, Meditation & Gong Bath

Friday, November 19th

7:00-8:15pm

with Martha Flanagan

at Glen Cove Yoga

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 GCY members

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Post-Thanksgiving Classes

Both studios will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, but we’ll be hosting one morning class at each studio the day after Thanksgiving. Please register in advance, as these classes are typically full. If you are uncomfortable practicing indoors with a larger group, we’ll be livestreaming the classes so that you can participate from home, too. Make careful note of the in-studio and virtual version of each class when you’re registering.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Friday, November 26th

10-11:15am

with Dawn Trepeta

at Oyster Bay Yoga

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&

Friday, November 26th

9:30-10:45am

with Theresa Ruggles

at Glen Cove Yoga

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All levels are welcome in this 75min vinyasa flow class with extended relaxation and savasana. Come rejuvenate after your Thanksgiving feast. Bring a family member!


Upcoming Events & Schedule Updates

EVENTS

SCHEDULE UPDATES

  • New class! Candlelight Flow & Restore with Sydney, Tuesdays at 7:30pm (Oyster Bay)

  • New class! Yoga Roots with Amy, Wednesdays at 6pm starting 11/10 (Glen Cove)

  • More to come very soon!


Thanks for taking the time to read our newsletter. I look forward to seeing you soon. Until then, stay well.

Amy