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Greetings!
I try not to repeat my Wednesday message on Saturday, but I'm making an exception this week because Yoga for Life just initiated group meditation opportunities about which everyone should be informed.
Since summer, the Thursday Deep Stretch Yoga class has included an invitation for participants to join me for meditation 30 minutes before the 8:00 start time. Response had been tepid (after all, it's 7:30 in the MORNING), but I've certainly benefited personally from the experience. When mindful activities begin with silence and stillness, an undeniable power emerges.
We face unique challenges in these opening days of 2021 -- sustained political disarray, extended confinement, heightened concern about the health and welfare of those we love and more. Worse, we may feel impotent to influence these situations for the better. Against such a disturbing backdrop, the strength of silence and stillness is magnified. So, from now until the end of the month (at least), I invite you to join me for meditation before ALL of my weekly classes.
I will open each class 30 minutes before its start time. We will sit in silent meditation for the good of ourselves, loved ones, community and democracy until 5-6 minutes before the class begins. At that time, we will greet each other as we always do and prepare for yoga. You are welcome to sit with me and meditate, even if you do not intend to join the yoga class. Similarly, you may attend class without joining the meditation. Or do both.
No time spent in silence and stillness, however brief, is ever wasted. Hope to see you this morning at 9:30 (or 10:00).
Karen
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Yoga for Life Online Class Schedule
January 9-15, 2021
*Zoom Opens 30 Minutes Before Noted Time for Group Meditation
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*Saturday @ 10:00 a.m.
All Levels Yoga w/Karen
*Sunday @ 4:30 p.m.
Deep Stretch Yoga w/Karen
Monday @ 9:30 a.m.
Strength & Sculpt w/Marcy
Tuesday @ 7:00 p.m.
Positively Possible Yoga w/April
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*Wednesday @ 11:00 a.m.
*Thursday @ 8:00 a.m.
*Friday @ 11:00 a.m.
Gentle Yoga w/Karen
Friday @ 6:00 p.m.
Restorative Blend w/Maria
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Click on the highlighted Zoom Meeting ID listed above to join any class.
If the link does not take you directly to the referenced class,
go to Zoom.us, choose "Join a Meeting,"
enter the listed Meeting ID and use 1234 as the Password.
Click Here to check the Yoga for Life Home Page for updates.
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With respect for whatever financial constraints you are facing at this time, Yoga for Life asks that you consider purchasing a Monthly Subscription for your January Online Classes. As your situation allows, please choose an option and attend as many classes as you are able through the end of the month. (Additional instructions appear below.)
If you are financially unable to pay for classes at this time, please join us anyway ... pay later when you can.
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Monthly Yoga for Life
Online Class
Subscriptions
Sustaining - $119
Loving - $89
Grounding - $59
Community - $19
(Subscribe at listed levels or choose your own monthly amount.)
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Monthly Subscription Made Easy |
Each week, Yoga for Life will publish Zoom Meeting IDs for the Online Classes being offered that week. Meeting IDs will be provided in our emails and we will also display Meeting IDs daily on Yoga for Life's Home Page.
In addition to the Online Class Subscription Payment Options we've offered all along, Yoga for Life recently added a few additional options to support those who wish to authorize or request recurring payments.
Self-Directed Options:
1/ Make a Zelle transfer to 7042936868 in the amount of the Monthly Online Class Subscription you would like to purchase. (We recently learned that Zelle may not authorize the small business transaction if you are using a debit card. This is not at Yoga for Life's request and we apologize for the inconvenience.)
2/ Create a MindBody account (or access the MindBody account you already have) and make your Monthly Subscription purchase there. Click Here and then choose "Register Online" (upper right) to purchase your Monthly Online Class Subscription through MindBody.
3/ Write a check for the amount of the Monthly Online Class Subscription you choose and mail it to 1847 Kenwood Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28205.
Additional Options for Convenient Recurring Payments:
4/ Most Banks offer Online Banking and a “Bill Pay” option that allows you to identify a date, amount and recipient for regular monthly payments.
5/ Yoga for Life can make a recurring “request” to your PayPal account at the beginning of each month for the amount you designate. All you do is respond “Yes” to the request.
6/ Yoga for Life can schedule a monthly transaction through MindBody to charge the debit/credit card of your choice for the amount of the Monthly Online Class Subscription.
In all of the scenarios outlined, you maintain complete control over your transactions. You may terminate or modify your payment instruction at any time … change the amount upward/downward or modify the payment date.
We are most grateful for your presence in the Yoga for Life community of wellness and are fully committed to supporting you through the pandemic … and beyond. If you wish to schedule a recurring payment for your Monthly Online Class Subscription, please reply to this message to let me know. It would be a privilege to walk you through the various options and schedule something that works perfectly for you!
That's all there is to it!
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Yoga for Life Online Class Q&A |
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My technical skills are limited. Is this for me?
Absolutely! Yoga for Life is simply in a new location – on Zoom. (No matter where you live, we guaranty you will have a shorter commute to join us here!) We will be happy to help you get set up, if needed. You probably also have friends or family who are familiar with Zoom and can offer support. Many people are finding that Zoom is very useful right now for remaining connected to family, friends and neighbors. Usually, clicking on the links Yoga for Life provides is all you need to do.
Will other people see or hear me during the class?
The default setting we have chosen on Zoom for Yoga for Life’s Online Classes will be for both your audio and your video to be OFF. This means that your microphone will be muted and you will not be seen on video (unless you change that setting yourself). You will have privacy and can even practice in your pajamas if you’d like. It is also helpful to keep your video OFF so any activities in your practice area will not be distracting to others in the class. Teachers will "unmute" all participants at the beginning of the class to greet everyone, provide instructions and ask for questions. When class begins, all settings will be returned to "mute" to minimize sound distractions as well. As our Online Classes become better established, the privacy settings may be modified for classes to become more interactive. We will be sure you are apprised of any changes to privacy settings.
Any advice for enjoying the Online Class experience?
If you don’t already have a dedicated space for home yoga practice, consider setting up a small area where you have room to move and will not be interrupted. Turn off the phone. Mute the sound on your computer. Gather your mat, a couple of blankets, a strap, a bolster, an eye pillow and some blocks. Commit to allowing this to be the same uninterrupted time it would be if we were at Yoga for Life together. Here are a few suggestions for props if you don't have standard yoga equipment at your home.
- Strap - Bathrobe Tie, Fabric Dog Leash or Long Sleeved Shirt (hold the sleeves)
- Bolster - Folded Quilt, Chair Cushion or Sturdy Pillow
- Blocks - Thick Books (For some purposes, e.g., balancing support, a chair seat can be used in place of a block)
- Eye Pillow - Wash Cloth or Soft Scarf
Any final thoughts?
We are all in this together, so please reach out if you are in need of support. We feel privileged to continue offering classes even though we cannot physically share the same space right now. Separate, yet together.
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Yoga for Life
1847 Kenwood Avenue
Charlotte, NC 28205
(704) 293-6868
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