Upper Valley Yoga Blog

	author: Leslie Carleton \| 20 May 2015 Things Ending, Things Beginning Hey Upper Valley Yoga Hive! As I hurtle toward my youngest son’s high school graduation, two weeks from now, I find myself emotionally tongue tied. “At a loss for words” pretty much covers it and yet it takes up big space in my brain and heart. So, I’m going to stick to the more easily digestible facts of the summer schedule at UVY. In a nutshell: Monday Noon Flow class is canceled June–August, Tuesday Noon class is canceled June–August, Wednesday Pilates Fusion class canceled . . . Read more
	author: Leslie Carleton \| 28 April 2015 The Peace of Wild Things Newly returned from a long road trip with my family to NYC and NC and points between, my head was full of thoughts around the sorrow of empty nests, and the beauty of exuberant Spring in the South, and embracing change, and honoring the aging body (long hours in a car being the antithesis of this). But soon after coming home, we were hit with two devastating news stories, in Baltimore and Nepal. I find myself speechless. The world is loud right now with news and commentary around both events, and I am . . . Read more
	author: Leslie Carleton \| 23 March 2015 Banana Peel, Light Switch, Alarm Clock Karma: what is it? Simply put, Karma is the law of cause and effect. Seed and fruit. You plant a lettuce seed and lettuce grows. There is never a time when you plant a lettuce seed and produce cauliflower from that seed. The seed determines what grows; that is an unvarying law. Understanding the law of Karma can help us unite how we say we want to live, and how we actually live. Intention and action. My first yoga teacher defined Karma in 3 forms: Read more
	author: Leslie Carleton \| 7 March 2015 Spring Forward This Sunday marks that first signpost of Spring: the changing of our clocks one hour forward for daylight savings. We all know Spring as the season of new beginnings. With its arrival, we shift from the hibernation of the winter months to the energy of rebirth and new life. Spring is an invitation to open back up, unfurl our limbs, and welcome the warmth into our bodies and hearts. And, we are definitely not there YET. I’m watching enormous slides of snow and ice come crashing down off my ro. . . Read more
	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

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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, $16

Drop in to any regular weekly class

Single Class, Student or Senior* Rate, $13

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

10-Class Pass, $140

Expires after one year

10-Class Pass, Student or Senior* Rate, $120

Expires after one year

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

5-Class Pass, $75

Expires after 6 months

5-Class Pass, Student or Senior* Rate, $63

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, $140

Unlimited yoga with no commitment required.

One month, Student or Senior* rate, $120

Unlimited yoga with no commitment required.

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

3-Month Unlimited, $360

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.