Tranquil Space YogaTranquil Space Yoga
1611 16th street, nw
washington, d.c. 20009
info@tranquilspace.com
phone: 202.223.yoga
 

 
welcome to april at tranquil space

 

this month's e-news contains:

* studio announcements
* seasonal specials
* enlightening events
* asana and yogi of the month
* tranquiliT boutique
* kimberly's closing thoughts

 

The mission of Tranquil Space is to provide a nurturing environment to balance the body and mind, while encouraging the unfolding of an authentic yoga practice where the benefits are carried into one's daily life, serving to enhance the individual fully both on and off the mat.

 

studio announcements
* New Yoga 1 on Friday at 12:30-1:45 p.m. with Paula. You can now practice at Tranquil Space seven days a week!
* Please arrive 5-10 minutes before the class starting time to guarantee your space.
* Please familiarize yourself with the studio etiquette.
* Class passes are valid for 3 months from the date of purchase, are non-transferrable (cannot bring guests on your pass) and cannot be extended. The passes are offered at a lower cost for those who make a commitment to their practice within a 3-month time period.
* View the tranquiliT collection and mingle off the mat at our spring showcase on Wednesday, May 22 to benefit the DC Rape Crisis Center.
* Online tranquiliT boutique coming soon which will also have pass cards available for purchase via credit card.
* Work study positions available in exchange for free yoga. Contact kimberly@tranquilspace.com for details and current needs.
* Please let us know how we're doing and what you'd like more or less of in order to help you find your own tranquil space within.
* Congratulations to the Artist's Way Circle graduates: Betsy, Ave, Shelagh, Lydia, Claire, Rochelle, Kelly, Sara Jane, Suzanne, Andrea and Dori Anne. Thank you for sharing your creative selves.
* A special thank you to the amazing group of women working through the teacher training intensive: Lisa, Andrea, Paula, Anne, Siobhan, Naomi, Judy, Jessica, Peg, Peggy, Tiffany, Carol, Margarita, Yvonne and Danielle.



seasonal specials
* Buy a tranquiliT aroma mat bag and mat for $60. (saves $10)
* Buy a 20-class, 30-class or unlimited class pass and receive a free tank or cap sleeve tranquiliT tee.
* Buy any pass and pay only $10 for any tranquiliT tee if purchased with pass.
* Buy a ticket to the Spring Showcase and pay only $10 for any tranquiliT tee.



enlightening events
restorative retreat
This enlightening evening includes restorative, active & partner yoga, coupled with journal writing, tea and treats. Come experience this divine way to complete your work week through rejuvenating yoga beneath the full moon. Open to men & women of all levels.

Date:    Friday, April 26
Time:    7:00 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.
Location:    Tranquil Space
Cost:    $50, or $45 if registered by April 22
Questions?:    Email: info@tranquilspace.com
To Register:    Registration Form


Rachel Brookmire meditative movement
Delight yourself in dance. Learn the basics of belly dance taught by Rachel Brookmire and discover your inner goddess while exploring the aspects of yoga blended with dance by Kimberly! We will stretch our bodies and minds through dance, journal writing, and reflection.

Date:    Friday, May 17
Time:    7:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Location:    Tranquil Space
Cost:    $45, or $40 if registered by May 12
Questions?:    Email: info@tranquilspace.com
To Register:    Registration Form


spring showcase
Come mingle off the yoga mat, view the new tranquiliT yoga clothing and accessories collection while supporting a benefit for the DC Rape Crisis Center. An evening filled with treats, special giveaways, connecting with the community, and celebrating the yoga lifestyle.

Date:

   Wednesday, May 22

Time:

   7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Location:

   TBD in Dupont Circle

Cost:

   $20

Questions?:

   Email: info@tranquilspace.com

To Register:

   Registration Form



wild woman workshop
Yoga, journal writing and dancing to awaken your spirit in celebration of yourself and the seasonal changes! Come relax, self-nurture and share with other like-minded female souls. Honor yourself by preparing for continued growth and focus on the person you aspire to become, just a few days before the Summer Solstice. View testimonials from previous wild woman experiences.

Date:    Sunday, June 16
Time:    1:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Location:    Tranquil Space
Cost:    $60, or $55 if registered by June 10
Questions?:    Email: info@tranquilspace.com
To Register:    Registration Form


explore the magic of mexico explore the magic of yoga in mexico
Join Kimberly at Maya Tulum, a retreat center bathed by the magical and warm waters of the Caribbean Sea located 1.5 hours south of Cancun in the Yucatan Peninsula, land of the ancient Maya. Nestled at the entrance of the national park Sian Ka'an (mayan for 'where the sky is born'), an intact biosphere reserve of lagoons, mangroves, tropical rain-forest and beaches are at your doorstep. The crystal clear, turquoise colored, warm sea invites you to swim at any time. Unspoiled white sandy beaches extend for miles. The climate is ideal, and the sun shines all year with cooling sea breezes and a glorious clear sky. A divine way to experience the benefits of yoga while taking your practice deeper. Daily yoga classes, food, ground transportation, and lodging are included. Airfare is additional. Visit Maya Tulum a photo tour.

Date:    August 17-24
Time:    A full week of yoga & the beach
Location:    Maya Tulum Resort, Mexico
Cost:    Begins at $1095, $350 deposit reserves your space
Questions?:    Email: info@tranquilspace.com
To Register:    Registration Form or call 202-232-4727


fall foliage yoga, creativity and dance retreat
A crisp fall weekend full of yoga with Kimberly and dance with Rachel Brookmire at a beautiful spiritual center in Virginia. Unleash the flow of your creativity this season with a weekend away from it all spent exploring the interplay of yoga, dance, journal writing, meditation, hiking, soaking in the hot tub and simply being.

Date:

   Friday, November 8 - Sunday, November 10

Time:

   Friday, 7:00 p.m. - Sunday, 2:00 p.m.

Location:

   Yogaville, near Charlottesville, VA

Cost:

   $275 double occupancy, $325 single occupancy,
   $250 double and $300 single if registered by November 1

Questions?:

   Email: info@tranquilspace.com

To Register:

   Registration Form



asana and yogi of the month
side plank
The benefits of this pose include strengthening the abdominal muscles and arms, developing balance, confidence and stability, opening the heart and deepening the breath.

yogi of the month
This month Tranquil Space honors Donna Vetrano who writes the following of her experience:
I began practicing yoga at a small studio in New Orleans about four years ago. I found yoga to be a great way to relieve the many stresses of being a law student. After school, I moved to NYC for a year and practiced whenever work would allow me to (not often).
I first found Tranquil Space when I arrived in DC this past October and since then have made a commitment to the practice of yoga. Tranquil Space provides a non-competitive, nurturing environment which has made it easy for me to focus my intentions on a mindful, strong and more spiritual practice. I find that Kimberly truly notices her students' progressions and personal challenges and her encouragement inspires us all to challenge ourselves to be better yogis.
I have friends that have practiced at the same studio for years and have never even talked to other yogis, never mind made friends in class. To the contrary, I find Tranquil Space has created an open, friendly environment that fosters conversation and friendship among yogis. Tranquil Space is one of my favorite things about D.C. (I love the cookies, too!)



tranquil space boutique
tranquiliT line of yoga clothing and accessories
Tranquil Space's boutique is expanding in celebration of our new tranquiliT collection, a line designed specifically for the active yoga lifestyle.
  • yoga mats in periwinkle, lilac and emerald / $25
  • tranquliT yoga pants / coming soon
  • aroma tranquiliT mat bags in classic, toile and floral / $45
  • aroma tranquiliT tote bags / coming soon
  • silk eyepillows in black, eggplant and teal / $12
  • tranquiliT tank and cap sleeve tees / $15
  • tranquiliT 3/4 and long sleeve tees / $20
A portion of the tranquiliT proceeds are donated to My Sister's Place - a community committed to eradicating domestic violence.

To order, please contact tranquiliT boutique at boutique@tranquilspace.com or visit the studio. Watch for our online boutique coming soon.

Mark your calendars and join us on Wednesday, May 22 for the Spring Showcase - an unveiling of the tranquiliT line and a benefit for the DC Rape Crisis Center.




kimberly's closing
Kimberly Wilson
"Everyday spirituality is not an escape from your usual life in search of some special, exhalted experience, but a surrender into the fullness of every experience."
~ Barbara De Angelis


In yoga and in life, we are often encouraged to enjoy the present moment, to truly absorb what is happening around us through our bodies rather than our minds. I believe this is the biggest challenge of one's yoga practice, letting go of the mind and surrendering to the experience. The concept of releasing attachment to a desired outcome is a common theme of Patanjali's Yoga Sutras, the foundation of yoga. How better to enjoy the present moment than releasing our cares and concerns of the future or past to truly experience the joy of the moment we're in?

In this new season of growth and unfolding, nature serves as a reminder for us to also blossom. Spring is a perfect time to evaluate the circumstances of our lives to determine what needs releasing by practicing detachment and letting go. A divine season to surrender the old and make room for the new while experiencing the full beauty of the present moment. My wish is for us all to indulge in at least one small self-nurturing act this month: a bubble bath, a peek at the Cherry Blossoms, freshly cut daffodils or tulips, a home yoga practice, a pedicure (helps your yoga practice) or simply reading an inspirational book. Find one special thing to help you release attachment to how things should be and truly experience the joy of simply being.

Blessings,
Kimberly Wilson
Creative Director


May our bodies and minds be healthy. May our thoughts be filled with love. May our practice be free of obstacles. May we carry its benefits into the world.


 


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