Upper Valley Yoga Blog

	author: Leslie Carleton \| 1 March 2015 How to Practice What inspires you to roll out your mat and begin? How do you start? There aren’t really any wrong answers to either question. For me, the answer is different every day. When I’m planning classes, I often find inspiration out in nature…hiking, running, snowshoeing. Sometimes it’s the way a tree is moving in the wind, or the way my dog frolics in the snow. Or the words of a friend who is outside with me. Or simply the space that opens in my head and heart while my body is working its way up a h. . . Read more
	author: Leslie Carleton \| 5 February 2015 Snoga! Nope. Not me in that photo. But I have logged a number of hours on snowshoes in the past few weeks, with a yoga pose thrown in here and there. Mostly, I keep yoga and my other pursuits separate. As my friend Gina puts it: “like peas and the other stuff on the plate. I don’t mix”. Every once in awhile I just can’t help myself. Whether or not you take your yoga a la carte or as part of a lifestyle/athletic/spiritual casserole, here’s my plea: go outside. Today. Yes, it’s super cold. . . . Read more
	author: Leslie Carleton \| 15 January 2015 Deep Winter Blues I don’t pretend to be an expert on depression. I am not a psychologist but, like many of you, I struggle with occasional bouts of the blues that are, while not debilitating, not much fun either. My friend Nancy and I were snowshoeing yesterday and marveled that at 4:45, when we got back, it was still light! It felt like a small victory: so much of seasonal depression stems from the very short days. Even with the recent abundant (if cold) sunshine and lengthening days, however, there are no major hol. . . Read more
	author: Leslie Carleton \| 13 December 2014 To Our Many Wonderful Teachers... I have the profoundest gratitude to the instructors—weekly instructors, substitute instructors, Community Class instructors—who make Upper Valley Yoga the warm and vibrant hub that it is. I hope you will all join me this holiday season in sending this group of stellar, lovely people a heartfelt thank you. They work really hard, often on top of full time jobs and caring for families, to share their deep love of yoga with you….safely, and attentively, with excellence, heart and humor. So,. . . Read more
	author: Leslie Carleton \| 5 December 2014 Be Good to Yourself As we get caught up in the swirl of the coming holidays, and inundated from all sides with images of holiday cheer and good will, happiness and family togetherness, it’s really hard not to be cynical. We sense, beneath the boughs and merriment and twinkling music, the aggressive thrust of consumerism egging us on. Even in Yoga Journal, we are confronted with antidotes for holiday stress that involve— wait for it—purchasing that perfect something to bring us comfort a. . . Read more

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ACCOMMODATIONS:

The building itself was renovated to be energy efficient, and the room is moderately heated in cooler seasons to promote a good, healthy sweat, but not heated to an excessive or wasteful degree. There are cubbies in our large office to store your personal belongings, a spacious changing room, a comfy sofa and a water cooler (please bring a water bottle to fill, to cut down on paper cup usage). Two nice, clean bathrooms are located just down the hall. There are also cubbies in the studio itself for valuables, which students are welcome to use. We have a full lending library of yoga books, and encourage students to borrow freely. Gift certificates are available for purchase in any amount.

GUIDELINES FOR PRACTICE

Please do not wear perfume or any strong scent

People with allergies can be very sensitive to scent. Also, lots of people sweating in a closed space is less stinky than lots of people all wearing different brands of perfume or deodorant.

Wear comfortable clothing

Not so tight it binds, not so loose it gets in your way. And please do not wear clothes that “gap” and are inappropriately revealing.

Practice on an empty stomach

If possible, don’t eat at least three hours before practice. If you know that this isn’t possible for you, eat easily digested food one hour before class.

No food or outside beverages inside the studio

If necessary, bottled water is okay, but remember we are trying to generate internal heat; constant sipping cools the body. After practice, drink plenty of pure water.

Bring your own mat

Shared mats are not hygienic; you may borrow one from us if one is available, until you are able to purchase your own, but please clean it afterward with the mat wipes provided. Please understand mats may be borrowed on a first come basis….we have only a few to borrow, and do occasionally run out of them.

Keep your eyes on your own practice

The practice is richer when it happens from the inside out. It’s not about comparing yourself with the person next to you. Be present with your own experience.

Be kind and loving to yourself

Rest when you need to. Honor where you are in your practice. Use the energy of those around to inspire, not diminish, you. Remember: you are perfect just as you are now, and yoga is meant to enhance that understanding and let that perfection shine. Have fun!

Newcomers! 3 for $30

If you are new to Upper Valley Yoga, you can purchase a 3-class pass for $30! (For our first-time guests only, package expires 15 days after purchase)

Single Class, $18

Drop in to any regular weekly class

Single Class, Student or Senior* Rate, $15

*Full time high school and college students, Seniors 60+

10-Class Pass, $145

Expires after one year

10-Class Pass, Student or Senior* Rate, $130

Expires after one year

*Full time high school and college students, Seniors 60+

5-Class Pass, $80

Expires after 6 months

5-Class Pass, Student or Senior* Rate, $70

Expires after 6 months.

*Full time high school and college students, Seniors 60+

Unlimited Yoga Passes

Monthly, Auto-Renew with credit card, $99/mo

Unlimited yoga. 6-month commitment is required; early cancellation fee of $50 applies if the auto renew is canceled before 6 months. This is the best value if you plan to attend at least 2 classes per week.

One month, unlimited, $150

Unlimited yoga with no commitment required.

One month, Student or Senior* rate, $140

Unlimited yoga with no commitment required.

*Full time high school and college students, Seniors 60+

3-Month Unlimited, $390

Unlimited yoga, 3 months

If you don’t yet have a mat, borrow one from us and please clean it afterward with the mat wipes.

We have a limited, need-based scholarship fund available for those who are struggling to pay for classes; please email or call us to inquire. We also gratefully accept donations for that fund in any amount. In addition, there are occasional work/study opportunities. If you are interested in being on the work/study list, please let us know!

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We may use your online information to contact you about class cancellations or other information regarding Upper Valley Yoga. We require your personal information in order to provide you with an efficient and safe online class-registration and payment experience. Please feel free to contact Upper Valley Yoga with questions about this website, our privacy policy and terms of use.