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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.
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studio happenings
- Studio move! Join us Sunday, June 1 at our new home! View our new class schedule offering 38 weekly vinyasa classes including postnatal, prenatal, gentle and hot yoga!
- Please note $1 mat rental fee at our new home. To help offset the fee, we are selling mats at a reduced rate of $20 during the month of June. Thank you for your understanding.
 Join Tranquil Space on June 7 for the Race for the Cure! We'll run or walk together as a team in support of the cause. When you register, be sure to note Team Code "TSY!" Details at www.tranquilspace.com/charity_community.html- This weekend join us for Yogi Night In and A Hip Opening Journey workshop!
- Interested in free yoga at Tranquil Space? Please visit www.tranquilspace.com/studio_opportunities.html for details on our latest openings.
- Level one teacher training this month! Visit www.tranquilspace.com/teacher_training.html for details. An intensive offered for those interested in learning the basics of teaching or simply deepening your own practice. Applications due May 31!
- Create a Tranquil Space at your office or next event! Tranquil Space offers yoga parties for any special occasion, series of classes at your office and office yoga workshops! For more information, please contact yogaoutreach@tranquilspace.com.
- Newbie Yogi Series coming in July! A 4-week series catered to the developing, inquisitive yogi. Visit the newbie yogi series page for details!
- Happy June Birthdays!
Please watch your inboxes for your Tranquil Space birthday card which offers you savings off of your next class pass!
- Please bring a hand towel, water, and your own mat to class.
- Please familiarize yourself with studio tips.
- Community celebration: A new addition to the monthly newsletter and a way to celebrate Tranquil Space yogis' honors and developments!
- Congratulations to teacher Jessica Cerullo and studio assistant Eric Schoen for their performance in Horizons Theatre's Count Basil.
- Congratulations to artist Freya Grand for the exhibition of her latest paintings at Gallery K.
- A very special thank you to Kevin Waldorf for the painting and building in our new home. Special thanks to Katharine Tillman, Benji Mielenz, Michelle Hynes, Patrick Lemmon, David Rider, Anne Thiel, and Reva Gupta for your beautiful painting assistance too!
- Please share your recent news with us by e-mailing newsletter@tranquilspace.com
 | - A tranquiliT tee in Australia with dearest Jill Abelson!
- We are always looking for new ways to serve you and your practice. Please let us know how we're doing or what we can do to assist your practice better by e-mailing us at info@tranquilspace.com.
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seasonal specials
enlightening events
yogi night in
An evening devoted to nourishing your inner self through a yoga practice led by Kimberly Wilson, journal writing, clothing and book swapping, tea and treat savoring. We will also have a demonstration of products by The Body Shop that assist yogis' special needs. This will be the first of many "yogi nights in" and we are excited about offering a way to share community, donate items left over from the swap to a local shelter, and play with other yogis in a light setting while coming together to enjoy our practice. A fun, creative way to spend your Saturday night! For those energized by the evening, there's always time for dancing and sushi nearby afterwards.
a hip opening journey
It has been said that the more open the hips, the more open the heart! Join Pary Williamson for an afternoon of hip focusing fun. This workshop will begin with meditation and a flow of various standing asanas to warm the body and gradually open the hips. The breath will be used to assist the opening while allowing the body to go deeper into each pose. The afternoon will end with floor work, using seated and supine poses to relieve tightness and unwanted stored emotions from the hips. You will leave the workshop feeling relaxed and restored throughout while gaining a better understanding of working with your hips!
newbie yogi
A workshop for introducing the basics of vinyasa yoga. Explore alignment and breathing along with basic poses and relaxation techniques. Geared for the brand new beginner or those with curiosity about yoga. Please bring your own mat if you have one, a water bottle, hand towel and any questions you have.
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Dates:
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Monthly:
Saturday, June 14
Saturday, July 12
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Time:
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12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
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Location:
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2024 p street, nw
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Cost:
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$35, $30 if pre-registered
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Questions?:
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Email: events@tranquilspace.com
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Cancellation Policy:
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enlightening events cancellation policy
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To Register by Mail:
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Registration Form
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Register Online for
June 14 Newbie Yogi:
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July 12 Newbie Yogi:
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(In the "optional instructions" box on the final payment page,
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jump into yoga 2
A workshop designed for the current yoga 1 student interested in exploring the world of yoga 2. Learn the basics of yoga 2 in preparation for transitioning to this level and deepening your practice. Please bring your own mat if you have one, a water bottle, hand towel and any questions you have.
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Monthly:
Sunday, June 15
Sunday, July 13
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Time:
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12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
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Location:
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2024 p street, nw
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Cost:
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$35, $30 if pre-registered
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Questions?:
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Email: events@tranquilspace.com
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Cancellation Policy:
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enlightening events cancellation policy
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To Register by Mail:
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Registration Form
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June 15 Jump Into Yoga 2:
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full moon yoga
The luminous fullness of the moon represents plenitude, abundance, and generous blessings. Join Danielle Polen for a beautiful evening of flowing, meditative movement, featuring guided Chandra Namaskar (Moon Salutations) by candlelight, lunar mantras, and poetic offerings. In contrast to the energetic, heating quality of sun salutations, moon salutations cultivate a sense of calm and rejuvenation, providing an opportunity to shed old layers and reaffirm our highest intentions. Come and celebrate the feeling of being fully alive, as you absorb and integrate the powerful energy and quiet beauty of the full moon.
And if she faintly glimmers here,
And paled is her light,
Yet always in her proper sphere
She's Mistress of the Night.
--Henry David Thoreau
post-natal and mommy and me yoga
This post-natal workshop with Carol Collins will provide moms with the basics of strengthening and de-stressing muscles and emotions overworked by the demands of being a new mother. Use this time to connect again with your bodies by learning how to center your awareness, rebuild your pelvic floor muscles and abdominals. Explore yoga postures that relieve neck and back discomfort, and discover ways to flow through a vinyasa yoga class to maintain balance while strenghtening your legs and lower body. This is also a great way to connect with your new baby and other moms! Bring your baby or come alone. Babies not yet crawling are welcome. Doctor approval is recommended.
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Saturday, June 21
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Time:
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2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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Location:
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2024 p street, nw
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Cost:
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$35, $30 if pre-registered
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Questions?:
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Email: events@tranquilspace.com
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Cancellation Policy:
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To Register by Mail:
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Registration Form
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Post-Natal and
Mommy and Me Yoga
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(In the "optional instructions" box on the final payment page,
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prenatal yoga workshop
A workshop with Anne Thiel for women in any stage of pregnancy to introduce you to ways that yoga can support and empower you during your journey through pregnancy and labor. Together we will explore the various benefits of yoga during pregnancy and childbirth, learn how to work with breath, prepare the mind, and practice poses that will compliment the changing pregnant body. We will experience yoga poses particularly beneficial during pregnancy and labor. Doctor approval recommended, no previous experience with yoga necessary. Partners are welcome to join!
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Saturday, June 28
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Time:
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12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
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Location:
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2024 p street, nw
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Cost:
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$35, $30 if pre-registered
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Questions?:
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Email: events@tranquilspace.com
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Cancellation Policy:
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To Register by Mail:
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Registration Form
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Prenatal Yoga
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(In the "optional instructions" box on the final payment page,
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newbie yogi 4-week series
Tranquil Space is pleased to begin offering a 4-week series of yoga classes designed especially for complete beginners. The Newbie Series is an excellent, structured way of getting to know the basics of vinyasa flow yoga. Click here for details!
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Dates:
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Saturday, July 12
Saturday, July 19
Saturday, July 26
Saturday, August 2
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Time:
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10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
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Location:
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2024 p street, nw
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Cost:
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$90, $80 if pre-registered
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Questions?:
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Email: newbieprogram@tranquilspace.com
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Cancellation Policy:
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To Register by Mail:
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Registration Form
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July 12 - Aug. 2 series:
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(In the "optional instructions" box on the final payment page,
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grand opening festivities: a tranquiliTea party
Join Tranquil Space in the all day celebration of our new home featuring $5 beginning yoga classes donated to a favorite charity, cupcakes from Cake Love, specialty teas and savory treats all culminating with a celebration in the evening featuring yoga demonstrations, class pass and tranquiliT boutique giveaways, great music, and the chance to mingle with fellow yogis off the yoga mat!
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Saturday, July 19
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Time:
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12 - 4 p.m. charity yoga classes
7 - 9:30 p.m. tranquiliTea party
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2024 p street, nw
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$5 donation for classes
free party
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Questions?:
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Email: events@tranquilspace.com
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restorative yoga
Indulge yourself this Saturday afternoon with restorative yoga with Siobhan Troy. Turn inward by relaxing into yoga poses over blankets and letting go of any tension held within the body. A restorative practice is beautiful for all levels and allows one to deepen into various poses while holding for many minutes and surrendering to all that arises. Please bring an open heart and desire to open up to the beauty of the moment.
newbie yogi 4-week series
Tranquil Space is pleased to begin offering a 4-week series of yoga classes designed especially for complete beginners. The Newbie Series is an excellent, structured way of getting to know the basics of vinyasa flow yoga. Click here for details!
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Saturday, September 6
Saturday, September 13
Saturday, September 20
Saturday, September 27
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Time:
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10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
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Location:
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2024 p street, nw
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Cost:
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$90, $80 if pre-registered
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Questions?:
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Email: newbieprogram@tranquilspace.com
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Cancellation Policy:
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Registration Form
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Sept. 6 - Sept. 27 series
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(In the "optional instructions" box on the final payment page,
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women's creativity workshop
Join a circle of women looking to unleash their creativity and explore life's options during the autumnal season. Throughout this journey you will begin your creative expansion through artist dates, journal writing, regular meetings and discussions, building camaraderie among the supportive group, and allowing yourself time to listen to your inner voice through readings and playful exercises. The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron will be our guiding force in this adventure. Kimberly Wilson will be leading you through this process; view what previous participants said about their experience.
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7-session series:
September 7, 14, 28,
October 12,
November 2, 16, 30
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Time:
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6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
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2024 p street, nw
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Cost:
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$300
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Questions?:
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Email: events@tranquilspace.com
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Cancellation Policy:
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Registration Form
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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'), the beach is 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. Two daily 2-hour yoga classes with Kimberly, 3 daily vegetarian meals, and lodging are included. Airfare is additional. Ground transportation to Maya Tulum from the Cancun airport is included if you arrive by 3:00 on Saturday, October 25. All rooms come with your own bathroom and prices are based on double occupancy. Early registration is encouraged.
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Saturday, October 25 - Saturday, November 1, 2003
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A full week of yoga & the beach
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Location:
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Maya Tulum Resort, Mexico
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Cost:
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Deluxe $1300, Super-Deluxe $1450, Suite $1550; $350 non-refundable deposit reserves your space
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Questions?:
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Email: events@tranquilspace.com
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Registration Form
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$350 non-refundable deposit
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$850 balance
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(In the "optional instructions" box on the final payment page,
please indicate what you'd like to gain from this event.)
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asana of the month
headstand
Rests the head, strengthens the respiratory system and circulation, refreshes the entire body, brings a rich supply of nutrients to the brain, spine and nervous system, is said to increase memory, concentration and intellectual capacity. This pose is considered the king of all asanas!
yogi of the month
todd dubenezic
In my 6 years of living in Washington D.C. I found some Tranquil Space a year ago when I took my Newbie Yoga class. Initially a sore knee and poor posture lead me to Yoga. Little did I know I would find so much more.
As a child and as an adult I have been living with a closed posture and shy personality. My body has experienced the trauma of chest surgery and depression. This past year for me has been about opening up my heart and body. Much of this has happened at Tranquil Space.
My experience at Tranquil Space has been a positive one from the start. I took the Newbie Yoga class and I realized that Yoga and I were meant for each other. My teachers that day, Siobhan and Anne, helped give me the fundamentals that I still use to this day. Since then I have moved through Yoga 1 classes and into Yoga 2. Each step of the way I have been nurtured by wonderful teachers who guide me into the right poses and keep me focused in the moment.
To me, Yoga is about finding the peace in every moment, which translates into finding the peace in every moment of life. Sometimes I find there are poses I can't do, so I focus on what I can do. I know Kimberly and Lisa are making sure I honor the poses to the best of my ability.
I feel like a rose that is starting to blossom. I am finally in touch with my body and I love the feeling. I find joy in my practice and in the experience of moving my body. The other day I couldn't help but smile when Kimberly mentioned that Namaskar A was up next. Each pose for me is an expression. I feel like an artist painting on a canvas.
Tranquil Space was the perfect environment for me to open up to Yoga. I needed a nurturing environment with teachers and students who care. My teachers have taught me to honor my body and I am doing that now. Thank you Kimberly for providing so many wonderful classes and workshops and for creating an environment where the process of learning is just as important as the final poses.
Namaste,
Todd
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tranquiliT boutique
yoga clothing and accessories
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Shop the tranquiliT boutique to view a line of yoga clothing and accessories designed to celebrate the bodies of active and stylish yogis. You can purchase tranquiliT tees, pants, and yoga accessories online at the tranquiliT boutique!
This month's featured item is the tranquiliT yoga pants available in capri, drawstring and drawstring with trim!
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As a continuing benefit of our Charity Community, a portion of the tranquiliT proceeds are donated to My Sister's Place - an organization committed to eradicating domestic violence.
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reflective closing thoughts
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""It is good to have an end to journey towards; but it is the journey that matters in the end."
~ Ursula K. LeGuin
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This June marks the end of one long journey for Tranquil Space and the beginning of another. After a year of searching for the perfect place and five months of anxious waiting and hard work, we've finally passed all our government inspections and are cleared to move into our new studio on P Street. In a way, it's like the end of an era. Over the next few weeks, we'll finally get to see the results of all our recent struggles. We'll be leaving the church behind for good, and venturing into brand new territory, opening a whole new stage in our development.
These last few months have been a time of much transition in many lives. In times like these, it is important to honor ourselves, both where we are and where we are headed. Change can be scary, but without it, there can be no growth. Life is all about change — learning today's lesson and moving forward to the next. Each new day is a new beginning, a chance to live life more fully, do more good, and accomplish more. If we embrace each day as a fresh start, an important step in life's journey, we will never be stagnant and we will never be bored. Don't be afraid to take your steps boldly and without hesitation.
Many have written on the importance of the journey. It is not the goal that is most important, but the manner in which we accomplish it. In this month of June, let us all set aside some time to contemplate where we are on our own journeys, both inner and outer, and how we can best proceed while nurturing ourselves and those around us.
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Kimberly Wilson
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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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