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Piano-Yoga® Retreats Return to Kings Place, London, on 12th February 2012

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On the 12th February Piano-Yoga® – the miracle piano technique which allowed its creator, GéNIA, to return to the podium just 10 weeks after breaking her wrist – returns to the refreshing environs of the sparkling new world-class music venue, Kings Place, where Piano-Yoga® retreats were first launched earlier in 2011.  Russian virtuoso pianist GéNIA will be sharing the cutting-edge piano method that is Piano-Yoga® with pianists looking to transform their playing and gain a more in-depth insight into the Piano-Yoga® philosophy and lifestyle of well-being.

A retreat is the perfect opportunity for immersion in this fun and effective new holistic piano method, allowing participants to experience all that Piano-Yoga® has to offer, with a combination of pure yoga and relaxation classes, technical ‘Piano-Yoga®’ exercises, performance psychology and group piano masterclasses.  Unlike regular Piano-Yoga® lessons, a retreat provides the opportunity for participants to completely disconnect from the daily grind and get into an optimal frame of mind to focus entirely on their piano in a nurturing environment.  And given how solitary the life of a pianist can be, one of the main pleasures of a retreat is the opportunity to work as part of a group of like-minded people, make new friends and share ideas.

Programme

10.30 – 11.00 Introduction
11.00 – 11.40 Yoga warm-ups for piano practice
11.45 – 13.00 Finding your own musical interpretation
13.00 – 14.00 Lunch break*
14.00 – 15.00 Mastering sight-reading skills
15.10 – 16.40 Masterclasses (optional)
16.50 – 17.30 Exercises for combating stage nerves

*At lunchtime participants can stop by the Green & Fortune Café at midday for a healthy bite to eat, or treat themselves to a more indulgent dining experience at Rotunda Restaurant overlooking the river.

Who can attend a Piano-Yoga® retreat?

Piano-Yoga® retreats are targeted primarily towards amateur learners, but they are open to pianists of all levels from the age of 14 upwards.  From conservatoire students looking to polish their technique and concert pianists concerned about an injury, to piano teachers looking to broaden their pedagogical horizons and amateur pianists simply wanting to get the most out of their piano, all are welcome to come and join us, leave their worries at the door, kick off their shoes and enjoy their favourite activity in a friendly and relaxed environment.  No prior experience of yoga necessary.

Our London retreats have been carefully programmed to complement each other, which means that for pianists who already attended one of our retreats in 2011 our Kings Place retreat offers an excellent ?follow-up?.

Booking Information

Piano-Yoga® is offering £15 off to Piano-Yoga® members and places are limited, so early booking is recommended.  Membership of Piano-Yoga® is FREE and registration is quick and easy viawww.piano-yoga.com/register.php.  Members should then email info@piano-yoga.com to claim their discount code.

Date: 12th February 2012
Venue: Limehouse Room, Kings Place, 90 York Way, London, N1 9AG
Duration: 10.30 – 17.30
Fees: £90 | £75 Piano-Yoga® members
Bookings: Open 1st March @ Kings Place website www.kingsplace.co.uk
Enquiries: t: 020 7226 9829 | m: 07948 447492 | e: info@piano-yoga.com
Further Information: www.piano-yoga.com

Many thanks,
Richard McDonald

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Yoga Event: Sound Meditation and Gong Bath – Evolve, South Kensinton

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Sound meditation with gong and tibetan singing bowls

sound meditation south kensington

Experience the universal sound of the gong and Tibetan singing bowls. Allow the sounds to take you into a state of peaceful meditation and let it touch you deeply at a cellular level. Let go of any expectations and experience total relaxation and connection with the Sounds of the Universe.

  • Strengthens self-confidence, creativity and motivation
  • Stress reduction through deep relaxation and endorphin release
  • Promotes deeper sleep
  • Activates self-healing mechanisms within the body

The gentle and harmonious sounds of gong and Tibetan singing bowls are absorbed through the ear and quickly lead to deep, long lasting relaxation. The rhythmic sound vibrations are transmitted to the body. Sound massage creates an atmosphere of safety and security, in which it is possible to let go of stress, anxiety, worry. In this soothing atmosphere, we can again come in contact with our needs, our “inner wisdom”.

When: every 1st Friday of the month | 7 – 8 pm

Price: £15 | per person

Dominika has played Gongs and Tibetan singing bowls for many years, being inspired by Gong master Don Conreaux. It is her passion to promote harmony and unity using natural mandala.

Dariusz is a multi-instrumentalist. He studied at Peter Hass Institute of Sound Healing. www.gayasound.com

register: click here or please call evolve on 020 7581 4090

Events: Classes – “Jennifer Gill, Love Yoga”

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I am really happy to say that YOGA will be back on Saturday mornings from Sat 7th January!We will still be in the same location, upstairs in lovely Church House, and at the same time, 10am – 11.15am.

I would like to offer everyone a special offer to entice you to come back and to encourage you to stick with an 8 week programme throughout January and February to really step up your practice and feel your development.

Buy an 8 week block booking for £50

This is the lowest price i’ve ever done, so the only condition is that the weeks are used consecutively. Since theres not alot going on in Jan and Feb why not get right into some consistant yoga and see what benefts you could enjoy?

  • Reduced pain in the body
  • Lower blood pressure
  • Tone up
  • Gain strength
  • Better posture
  • Weightloss
  • You could even grow a bit taller! (I like to believe so…)
  • Less stressed
  • Help depression
  • Improve circulation

I could go on and on…

  • Improve function of your organs
  • Breathe easier
  • Improve fertility
  • Find some inner peace
  • Get to understand and respect your body
  • Sleep better

Is that enough to persuade you??

Book the 8 weeks and you will have a guaranteed mat at each class.

If you cannot commit to the 8 weeks you can still drop in for £8 per week, and you will be JUST AS WELCOME as those who booked the block!

The dates of the 8 weeks will be:

Jan 7, 14, 21, 28
Feb 4, 11, 18, 15

Contact me for more information to to book! I will contact you again nearer the time to remind you.

Lots of Christmas Love

Jenny
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loveyoga@london.com

Events: Course January 2012 – “Vedic Art”

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The founder of Vedic Art is the Swedish artist Curt Källman. He received a traditional art education at the Academy of Art in Stockholm but soon started to work in his own way. He created a training in which he combined the traditional art school with the Indian Vedic philosophy. 

The ancient teachings of the Vedas point out, that all knowledge already exists within us, like a seed “knowing” how to become a flower. When nature is allowed to follow its own flow, everything is perfect and in balance. This counts for human beings as well if we let ourselves be guided back to the source within.

All knowledge we need, is already present and the so called 17 principles in Vedic Art are nothing new. They work through everything as a natural longing to create unity. They go beyond right and wrong, allowing life itself to take over…

To create is something natural and everyone is able to do it! Vedic Art is about direct experiences. The 17 principles are simply a tool to guide you within. While you are painting, feelings are awakened…You become more aware of yourself and at the same time you will experience the whole process of creation: Art and life merging into one…That is Vedic Art.

Time: January 2012

Length: One week.

Group Size: Around 15-20 people. 

Steps: The process involves 3 steps. Students can take one step in 2 days or go all 3 in one week.

Cost: 190 GBP per step

Events: Sample Sale – “Wellicious”

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Wellicious opens their door to the public for an Autumn/Winter sample sale!

Wednesday the 23rd and Thursday the 24th of November / 11am - 8pm  

This year Wellicious will have more samples than ever, so whether you need something new to brighten your winter wardrobe, something for your Xmas presents, or you just want to treat yourself, then make sure you put these dates in your diary!!! 

This sale is for friends and friends of friends, if you know anyone that may want to attend, then feel free to forward our invitation.

Look forward to seeing you there. 

P.S.: Featuring Special Guest – Satya Jewelry!  

www.wellicious.com

18-24 Westbourne Grove / London W2 5RH / United Kingdom

T:             0044 (0) 2072213300      

F: 0044 (0) 2072216996

Events: Night Out – “Informal Social Evening with Sandra Sabati”ni

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Join Pinter & Martin at our home/offices for an informal social evening with Sandra Sabatini, the author of Breath and Autumn, Winter, Spring, Summer, to read from her latest book Like a Flower and talk about her meetings with Vanda Scaravelli, author of Awakening the Spine.

The conversation with Sandra will be followed by drinks and a light buffet dinner and guest will have the opportunity to get books signed. The admission fee goes towards author’s fees and expenses.

In addition guests will be emailed a discount code to buy any Pinter & Martin book in stock at 30% off, including Like a Flower and Awakening the Spine. Your purchase must be collected at the event, otherwise extra delivery costs will apply. Books will also be on sale at the event, and credit cards accepted on the day.

Please note that the reading will be filmed.

To book tickets, go here to book online.

Venue: Pinter & Martin, 6 Effra Parade, London SW2 1PS

Date: Sunday 4th December, 2011

Time: 6.30pm – 10.00pm (reading expected to start at 7.00pm)

Advance booking strongly advised.

PLEASE NOTE: DISCOUNT VOUCHERS ARE NOT VALID FOR PINTER & MARTIN EVENTS.

If you have any queries please call             020-7737 6868       or email us at info@pinterandmartin.com.

Classes: Glow Yoga – “With Gary Carter in Covent Garden”

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Do you want to move with grace? Fly like a dragon or crouch like a tiger?

If efficient movement is your goal then Gary Carter’s Master classes, at the beautiful state of the art yoga studio at Good Vibes in Covent Garden, are a must.

Influenced by the work of Vanda Scaravelli, Gary Carter brings 25 years years of experience of Chi Kung, Personal Training, Structural Integration, Movement Anatomy to develop a deeper awareness of the work using gravity to find lightness and ease within the practice.

Introductory 2 hour master classes on the 23rd & 30th November and 7th December 2011
7.15pm – 9.15pm     £20 each

Weekly Natural Bodies classes* to start on the 18th January 2012every Wednesday at 7.15pm – 9.15pm you can buy online £20 drop in or £180 for 10 classes -  or by emailing

more info at www.naturalbodies.co.uk

Please note we have a no refunds policy,  all purchases are valid for 3 months.

Events: Workshop – “Jivamukti Chakra Balancing Workshop with Lizzie Reumont”

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Heal your body, mind and spirit before Christmas chaos takes over, with this uplifting yoga practice. The Sanskrit word “chakra” means “wheel”. A wheel rolls, turns and, by means of cyclic or circular movement, takes one on a journey.

The human body has seven primary chakras that we can also think of as energetic centres. When these energy centres are open and healthy, so are we – physically, emotionally and in our relationships. However, when they are blocked through injury, illness or disconnection with others, we are blocked also, from being our best selves.Chakras are affected most directly through energetic movement and deeply held asanas, vibration and intention.

Sourced from ancient teachings, chakra yoga is perhaps more
relevant today than ever, at a time when so many feel disconnected from others and themselves. Chakra yoga can heal your body and free your heart to experience joy.

Lizzie will guide you through postures, mantras and the philosophy behind the chakra system that open and balance the energy
centres. You will feel your energy and life force flowing and
experience a new level of happiness, wholeness and peace.

Suitable for all levels except complete beginners

Date: Sunday, December4

Time: 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Place: Indaba Yoga, 18 Hayes Place, NW1 6UA London, United Kingdom

Website: http://www.indabayoga.com

Events: Classes – “Yoga Dance with Nicky McGinty”

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Nicky McGinty is starting a new and exciting 8 week term of yoga and yoga dance for anyone that wants to join in.

Detox from the weekend, dance, de-stress after a manic monday, get down to some awesome stretching and beat the winter blues!

Starting on 24th October- Its every Monday night in Angel- (6 mins walk from the northern line tube) at the ‘Moving Arts Base’:

Studio 1B. 134 Liverpool Rd. Islington. N1 1LA

Ballet Yoga 6.15-7.15
Vinyasa Yoga 7.20-8.30
Contemporary Yoga Dance

Check www.shineyogadance.com for more details.

Please pass onto family members, partners and friends who would like/need some inspiring, kick ass yoga movement classes to keep them fit and happy!

Events: Days Out – “Alchemy Centre in Camden”

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1. Liza Lilintahl and special musical guests present Heart Expansion Kirtan!  Recorded last night in South London (‘on the fly,’ they assure us) to give you a feel for the raw energy of what will be built upon tomorrow night!

  

 

Liza Lilintahl and guests in rehearsal
Liza Lilintahl and guests in rehearsal

  

2. Kwali Kumara returns for the LAST IN THE SERIES of her Chakra activation courses.  Kumara Serpent Healing is the pioneering work of Kwali Hari Bhajan Kaur. Based on the teachings of Yogi Bhajan and authenticated by Shiv Charan Singh.

 

Activate your Chakras with the Ancient Technology of Kundalini Yoga. Purify with a Transformative Kriya, Group Meditation and Unique Healing Exchange with Live Serpents on Saturday.

 

 YouTube clip (audio is in German only, apologies!)

 

3. Expand your voice and awaken the inner divine with Sakirin on Saturday!
This powerful kriya can raise the consciousness from zero to infinity in pretty quick order. Known as the ‘Mahan Dhiaan’, or the supreme meditation, this kriya was given by Guru Arjan Dev ji in the late 1600s to train sacred musicians to bring forth a deeply transformative and healing sound current.

 

 

- Improves voice

- Brings rhythm and harmony to your communication

- Promotes weight loss by balancing the glandular system

- Harmonises you attitude to face current life challenges

4. An evening with Alchemy on Sunday night.

A time of the month when all from Alchemy (the team, teachers and students) get together to have a bit of a chant and bring their own style to an evening full of music and chant. It is an evening to invoke feelings of peace, love and togetherness. Unite to sing sacred sounds and share a joyful experience.

More infomation about all of these events below and how to book!
We hope to see you soon at the Centre!

 

With love & blessings,
The Alchemy Team

 

Unit 101 Stables Market, Chalk Farm Road, London NW1 8AH

020-7267-6188