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Yoga Reaches Out Bay Area Newsletter
| June 2012 |
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Greetings!
On Saturday, June 3o, we are holding the Yoga Reaches Out Bay Area Yogathon at The Craneway Pavilion in Richmond, California, just over the Bay Bridge from San Francisco. It will be a day of yoga, music, food, FUNdraising, marketplace, raffle, participant gift bags, and more! We have an amazing lineup of yoga instructors from the Bay Area which will make this a day you will never forget! Help us raise funds for Children's Hospital & Research Center Oakland and Africa Yoga Project. Yoga Reaches Out Bay Area participants have raised over $25,000 to date! To learn more, please watch this video:  | | YOGA REACHES OUT BAY AREA YOGATHON |
If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask. You can reach us at bayarea@yogareachesout.org. Enjoy a day of yoga while helping children locally and globally. Namaste, Malia Hill, Jenn Perell, and the Yoga Reaches Out Bay Area Team
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Yoga Reaches Out Bay Area Yogathon Features:
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Bay Area Presenters:
Kevin Collins is the owner of Groove Yoga, Berkeley, and has been teachingpowerful, creative vinyasa classes throughout the Bay Area since 1999. Heemphasizes exploration and fun in the practice of yoga, while training yourmuscles to work together and your mind to remain focused and centered. Hehas had the good fortune to work with dozens of fantastic teachers over manyyears, but draws his primary influences from Bryan Kest, Baron Baptiste andthe Anusara lineage. His classes are physically demanding, but carefullystructured to allow people of any age, injury status or fitness level tochallenge themselves in a safe and supportive environment. Please visitwww.manydoors.com for more information about Kevin's style of yoga, hisworkshops and retreats.
 Known for his joyful energy, skilled touch and sense of humor, Pete creates a spiritual yet light-hearted environment for his students to discover the deeper benefits of yoga. Pete's ability to compassionately guide students of all levels through a vigorous asana practice makes his classes amongst the most dynamic in the bay area. Pete also teaches yoga at Yoga festivals and conferences including the Yoga Journal Conference, Asia Yoga Conference, Wanderlust, Tadasana Festival, and Bhaktifest.
Buddy Macuha has been a Bay Area favorite for over 15 years combining his love of movement with the "flow" of yoga. His classes are filled with amazing energy, seamless sequencing and a humor that will bring you back again and again! He has appeared on KRON-4, CBS Network, Good Day Sacramento, NBC Network and KFOG Radio as their "fitness guru" and has been interviewed for the San Francisco Chronicle, SF Weekly, San Francisco Magazine, Daily Candy and Lifetime TV. He is a Master Trainer for Pure Yoga, Keiser Fitness Corporation and a four-time lululemon Ambassador. He teaches at Yoga Tree, Equinox, and The Sportsclub/LA. Don't be surprised if he plays Lady Gaga while doing Warrior 3 and yelling, "You were born this way! Now, show me your most powerful pose!"
Debbie Steingesser
Debbie Steingesser, E-RYT 500, is an inspired Vinyasa Flow Yoga teacher and is also the creator of Dansa Vinyasa ™. Common Ground Magazine recently named Debbie "An Exceptional Bay Area Yoga Teacher" for her dynamic and innovative teaching style. Debbie's heart-opening Vinyasa classes are infused with musicality and breath awareness. Her unique playlists, nurturing adjustments, and sweet savasana lullabies connect students to their inner sense of joy and rhythm. Debbie's classes unite the practice of yoga with living authentically. Dansa Vinyasa ™ is her original blend of Flow Yoga, Traditional West African Dance, Kirtan, and Live African Percussion. Debbie has led Dansa Vinyasa workshops at a variety of studios and conferences including: Bhakti Fest, Earthdance, Harmony Festival, and the New Living Expo. Debbie is certified with Yoga Alliance at the 500-hour level through Saul David Raye and the Ritam School of Healing Arts. She has also completed trainings with Baron Baptiste, Seane Corn, Rod Stryker, and Erich Schiffmann. Debbie continues her studies of yoga, kirtan, and West African dance with her mentors Jai Uttal, Dana Flynn, Baxter Bell, Denise Kaufman, and Alseny Soumah.
Janet Stone
Janet Stone's personal yoga journey began in 1996 when she traveled toIndia, the birthplace of her grandfather, where she met an inspired yogiand became dedicated to a conscious evolution through yoga. She currentlyteaches in San Francisco, leads a 500-hour teacher training, workshops,and retreats around the world. Check out Janet's three new DVDs atwww.janetstoneyoga.com
AcroYoga Playground with Amy Impellizerri & Daniel Scott
  
Amy is versed in many disciplines with AcroYoga being her primary inspiration. After acquiring her BA in Dance from the University of Oregon, she taught contact improvisation, dance, and technical theatre skills in the department for seven years. Concurrently, Amy was performing and teaching in Oregon, Mexico, and Switzerland. During this time Amy began her Ashtanga yoga studies, receiving her training with Manju Jois and Sri K. Pattabhi Jois. While teaching in Santa Cruz, California, for many years she attained her certification in AcroYoga and currently teaches on-going classes in Santa Cruz, Los Gatos, San Jose, Pacific Grove, as well as workshops worldwide. Amy, an avid climber and surfer, knows the importance of a strong, supported core, teaches core conditioning classes weekly and is currently working on a core conditioning book.
Daniel Scott is yogi chocolatier and community innovator offering a fresh alternative to the traditional "yoga voice." A globally renowned AcroYoga and Vinyasa teacher living in San Francisco, Daniel is the Chief Marketing Officer for FEARLESS Chocolate, the world's most delicious manufacturer of organic superchocolate. In addition to being a Wellness Expert for MindBodyGreen.com, he also champions digital change as a social media strategist for Authentic.ly. Daniel enjoys good coffee, barefoot running, street art, partner acrobatics, large quantities, and great qualities.
Stand Up Paddle Yoga demonstrations with OnBoard's Leigh Claxton
 
Leigh has worked in the outdoor and indoor recreation and fitness industries for more than 20 years, leading outdoor classes, retreats and workshops for Yoga, SUP Yoga, cycling, and hiking. She currently is the Fitness Director at both The Club at Harbor Point and Bridgeway Gym, in addition to teaching classes at several other fitness facilities. In the summer of 2010, Leigh Claxton launched SUP Yoga and Fitness classes in Sausalito, California, as OnBoardFitness, and OnBoardSUP Yoga. This summer OnBoardSUP will be expanding to other locations.
Yoga Slacklining with YogaSlacker Ron Avitzur
 
After decades as a sedentary computer programmer, Ron discovered yoga and slacklining. Ron has been teaching yoga since 2009 and is a certified YogaSlacker. He loves slacklining in the park watching folks fall down and giggle. He is a practiced acroyoga base slowly overcoming his fear of flying, and a rock climber working on his fear of heights. He loves teaching people to walk on ropes and fly on friends.
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Musical Guest:
Musical Stylings by Rara Avis of
Skillfully blending deep bass, earthy percussion, etheric voices and culture-crossing instrumentation into a sonic incense for mind and body, Desert Dwellers offers a spellbinding hybrid with echoes of our tribal past and future. Click HERE to listen to Desert Dwellers!
Special Performance by Company C Contemporary Ballet
  
During registration in the morning you can see Company C Contemporary Dancer Calvin Thomas and former San Francisco Ballet dancer Ashley Muangmaithong performing the central pas de deux from the ballet SanVean, a meditative ballet inspired by the teachings of the Buddha and ritual dances among a community of people. Choreography by David Van Ligon of Company C Contemporary Ballet.
Join us for a day of yoga, music, food, FUNdraising, marketplace, raffle, participant gift bags and more!
$25 to register (or $47 buffet lunch option through the Boilerhouse Restaurant)
and fundraise a minimum of $250.
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Sports Basement Pre-Party for YROBA Yogathon and 10% shopping discount Saturday, June 16!
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Join us for a pre-party to kick off the Yoga Reaches Out Bay Area Yogathon at Sports Basement Walnut Creek!
Complimentary refreshments, including beer and wine. Ten-percent-off coupon, with 10% going to YROBA!
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BOGA YOGA Paddleboard for top fundraiser!
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The highest fundraiser will win a beautiful BOGA YOGA paddleboard compliments of BOGA YOGA Paddleboards! There is still plenty of time to register and become the highest fundraiser! Register today to make a difference in the lives of children and possibly become the owner of this beautiful BOGA YOGA board!
If you've never tried SUP Yoga you will have the chance at the Yoga Reaches Out Bay Area Yogathon! Thanks to:
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It's a Win-Win!
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By attending the Yoga Reaches Out Bay Area Yogathon, you are helping hundreds of children in need. In addition to enjoying a day of yoga and festivities, you will receive:
-A fun filled gift bag including an amazing yoga mat and more!
-A free one month subscription to myonlineyoga.com
-15% off at yogaaccesories.com
-Take part in a raffle at the Yogathon and win prizes such as: one-month unlimited yoga at Groove Yoga, one- month membership at The Sports Club/LA, one-month membership at Equinox, three-month gym membership at Studio Mix, three-day Can Can Cleanse, lululemon gift bag, six passes for the San Francisco Duck Tour, and much more!
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Getting to the Yogathon
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- The closest BART station is Richmond. There will be a complimentary shuttle running between Richmond BART and the Craneway Pavilion all day on June 30th for any Yoga Reaches Out Bay Area Yogathon participants.
- If you don't have a ride and would like to set up a carpool, please go to the Zimride link HERE.
- For directions to The Craneway Pavilion please click HERE.
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Start a Team, Join a Team or Register as an Individual?
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Your choice! All are welcome!
Build a team of 10 or more participants for Yoga Reaches Out Bay Area Yogathon and your business/studio will be featured on the www.yogareachesout.org special Team Page and in the Yogathon Program Book! The deadline for the Program Book is approaching soon, so spread the word now!
Why be a part of a team? You will build team camaraderie and also be placed in the same area. Check out the teams already started HERE.
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Children's Hospital & Research Center Oakland
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Yoga Reaches Out is dedicated to raising funds for Children's Hospital & Research Center Oakland becuase of the amazing work they do in our community. The Children's Hospital & Research Center Oakland is 100% focused on kids. That's what makes it so different from most other hospitals. Contrary to common belief, kids are not just "little adults" - instead, their developing bodies and minds need highly specialized care. As the "safety net hospital" for thousands of children throughout the bay area, Children's Hospital Oakland has always been committed to providing the highest quality care to all kids, regardless of ability to pay. Treatment is but one part of the medical picture. The internationally-renowned Research Institute investigates root causes of disease, pioneering new treatments and cures. At Children's Hospital & Research Center Oakland, it's all about the kids. Your donation will help support many of the programs at the hospital, including the Healthy Hearts program which is designed to prevent and treat childhood obesity and related illnesses, such as diabetes, heart disease and high blood pressure. Thank you!
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Africa Yoga Project
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UNITY * POSSIBILITY * NON-VIOLENCE
The Africa Yoga Project uses the transformative power of yoga to empower communities and change lives. By inspiring the global yoga community into active service, AYP delivers effective and innovative programs that foster peace, improve physical, emotion and mental well-being, facilitate self-sufficiency and create opportunities to learn and contribute across the communities of East Africa. 
 | | Africa Yoga Project documentary trailer - Through Leah's Eyes |
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YogiTunes Free Download!
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Support Yoga Reaches Out Bay Area to get a free download of great yoga music!
The Yoga Reaches Out Bay Area Yogathon is bringing the community together to raise money for Children's Hospital & Research Center Oakland and Africa Yoga Project. By joining the YogiTunes email list you will be able to download the Yoga Reaches Out Compilation for free or make a small donation to support the children! This playlist features six songs by artists who support Yoga Reaches Out in their effort to raise funds for Children's Hospital & Research Center Oakland and AYP. Thank you and Enjoy!
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Hold a Benefit Class (or go to one!)
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This is a great way to build up donations for yourself or your team. If you can't make it on June 30th a benefit class is a great way to be a part of the day! Be sure to post your class on the Yoga Reaches Out Facebook page. Email YRO so we can post the class on our website on the Events Page on the YRO website. Click HERE for more detailed information on holding a benefit class for YRO.
Click HERE to see upcoming benefit classes!
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Reaching the $250 Fundraising Goal
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At first glance, your fundraising goal may seem like a big number, and when you don't know where all those dollars are coming from, it can be intimidating. But don't let this stand between you and the amazing experience and community that you'll find with Yoga Reaches Out Bay Area Yogathon! There are lots of ways to succeed with fundraising, and you'll find yourself happily surprised with the people willing to support you and Children's Hospital & Research Center Oakland and Africa Yoga Project.
Before you even begin, remember that you are not asking for people to give you money, rather, you are asking for support of you, and the beneficiaries for Yoga Reaches Out.
It's easy to make it to the $250 goal. Just think of asking for $25 from 10 friends or family members or the cost of a yoga class from 20 people and you're there! Facebook is a great tool to use for this!
Click HERE to see more information for Yoga Reaches Out Bay Area Yogathon and fundraising tips.
Your efforts help make a difference in the lives of children!
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Meet Our Sponsors or Become One!
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Warrior 1 Sponsor:
Upward Dog Sponsor:
Downward Dog Sponsor:
In-Kind Donors:
   
   
   
  
More to come!
If you would like to sponsor the Yoga Reaches Out Bay Area Yogathon please email bayarea@yogareachesout.org for more information.
Click HERE for a sponsorship form.
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Whole Foods Market San Ramon 5% Community Day
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Thank you to Whole Foods Market San Ramon for selecting Yoga Reaches Out as the benefiting local charity for their 5% Community Giving Day! We are honored to have you as a sponsor!
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In the Press
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Look for YROBA in the June issue of Common Ground Magazine !
 
Check us out in the latest issue of Origin Magazine!
You can find Origin in Whole Foods Markets Nationwide.
 
For past news and articles on Yoga Reaches Out please click HERE. |
Craneway Pavilion
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Craneway Pavilion is a world-class, sustainably designed event, concert and production facility set on 25 waterfront acres. Craneway Pavilion delivers an awe-inspiring panorama of the Bay and the San Francisco skyline.The spacious and open design together with its picturesque location make this the ideal setting for a yogathon.
As state-of-the-art as it is historic, Craneway Pavilion is a 45,000 square-foot facility in an award-winning, architecturally significant building dating back to 1932, with an adjoining 20,000 square-foot open-air patio, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor spaces.
Craneway is designed for maximum sustainability, combining 21st century's most forward-thinking building standards and green technologies with the structure's original environmentally friendly features- the Albert Kahn's south-facing sawtooth roof design, including more than 40,000 panes of glass fills the building with natural light and supports a one-megawatt rooftop solar power plant.
The hand-crafted wood-slab tables used in the Craneway Pavilion and BoilerHouse restaurant are made from salvaged white oak trees. The Craneway uses fresh, local, seasonal and organic ingredients whenever possible in the BoilerHouse restaurant, as well as eco-friendly disposables and cleaning solutions in the catering.
 
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Award Winning Boilerhouse Restaurant
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You can pre-pay for a $22 buffet lunch from the award winning Boilerhouse Restaurant at The Craneway Pavilion. Just choose the $47 registration fee which will include the buffet lunch. You will not have the option on the day of the Yogathon to purchase the lunch.
The BoilerHouse restaurant sits adjacent to the Craneway Pavilion, and is set among the back drop of original historic equipment of the Ford Assembly Plant and stunning Bay Views. Patrons enjoy fresh, local, seasonal fare, made from scratch, using organic ingredients when possible, prepared with creativity and presented in style. Executive chef Paul Despotakis.
* Mixed Green Salad - Seasonal Greens, Spinach, Bell Pepper, Sunflower Seeds, Carrots, Broccoli and Cabbage served with Lemon Flax Vinaigrette Dressing * Rio Grande Fajita Buffet- Bell Pepper and Onion fajitas served with White Tortillas with Salsa, Sour Cream and Guacamole, Organic Black Beans and Garlicky Rice * Roasted Root Vegetables and Potatoes
You are welcome to bring your own lunch to the Yogathon. There are no other places to eat near The Craneway Pavilion, so please keep that in mind! If you already registered and did not choose the lunch option, but would like to please click HERE to make a $22 Pay Pal payment. Enter $22 to your donation and be sure to write in "special instructions to seller" the name you are registered under and that it is for the YROBA lunch.
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Helpmor helping YRO
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Calling all yoga studios! I want to introduce you to a new company and exciting new way for you to support Yoga Reaches Out all year long!
We are partnering with Helpmor - a great new service that generates word-of-mouth referrals for your studio over Facebook. Helpmor makes it easy for your happy customers to recommend your studio to their friends. When you buy a lead from Helpmor, you are also making a charitable donation on behalf of your customers.
Helpmor is free to join and you only ever pay for the referrals you want to pursue! Registration takes less than a minute - just sign up using the Facebook login you use to manage your yoga studio's business page.
Register your studio at www.helpmor.com by June 25 and Helpmor will make a $25 donation to Yoga Reaches Out!
Don't own a yoga studio? That's okay too! Sign up with Helpmor and start earning donations for your favorite nonprofit (ahem, Yoga Reaches Out) when Helpmor launches later this summer.
Go to www.helpmor.com and sign up with your Facebook login.....and don't forget to 'Like' Helpmor on Facebook.
Got questions? email jackie@helpmor.com
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Yoga Reaches Out Bay Area Yogathon Marketplace Table Special! $250
| Offer Expires: 6/15/2012
email: bayarea@yogareachesout.org |
All registered Yogathon participants receive 15% off at
15% off entire store, except custom printing, mat rolls or shipping. |
| Offer Expires on August 1. 2012
15% off is for one-time use per Yogathon registrant
You will receive the promo code before June 30th |
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