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"yoga changes the way you
feel, the way you look at things, and the way you
interpret what’s going on" ~
erich schiffman |
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considering my passion for blending yoga and daily
life, i felt it appropriate to muse on the yoga of
making challenging decisions and handling life's daily
twists and turns. having a tendency toward self-induced
drama, i often think to myself "how much more can i
handle?" as i wipe my brow. and then - poof - i'm given
yet another interesting challenge.
life is full of these lessons/opportunities/challenges
and despite the struggle, we are always sure to come
away stronger because of them. after making a
challenging and saddening decision recently, i took a
moment to reflect on how lokah samastah sukino
bhavantu applied to this situation. the mantra
translates to "may all beings everywhere be happy and
free. may the thoughts, words, and actions of my own
life contribute in some way to that happiness and to
that freedom for all." yoga teaches us to be grounded,
fearless, strong, flexible, aware, loving,
compassionate, reflective - all sorts of yummy stuff.
it's easy to be all of the above when life is going
smoothly. but how to embody yoga when things are hard,
when presented with tough choices, when coming up
against yet another obstacle? THIS is living your yoga.
by remembering that our thoughts, words, and actions
have an effect on others, it makes all our decisions
even more powerful. over the past many months i have
been inundated with decisions to make - from tile to
flooring to staffing to financing to paint colors to
interviewing. these daily decisions and challenges are
our yoga practice. what is the point of a beautiful crow
pose if we are tormented inside? one of my favorite
teachers states that you can tell if you are progressing
as a yogi by how much peace you are experiencing in life
(not how long you can hold headstand). i love that
gentle reminder and i reflect on it often.
when betrayed, hurt, let down, confused, or exhausted, i
encourage you to explore what the lesson is that
underlies the challenge. is there a flower that will
blossom through the unsightly soil? when one door
closes, another is sure to open. letting go is never
easy. change is never easy. making tough decisions is
never easy. staying authentic to oneself is never easy.
but THIS is our yoga. trust in it and stay connected
with your core. you'll emerge even stronger. namaste.
tranquilly yours,
kimberly wilson
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| - class schedule:
pick up our new 17th street spring class schedule. start your friday off
with sunrise yoga with carol at 7am or slow flow with marianne at
10:30a.m. note that meditation will be switching to mondays at 8:30pm -
drop in for $10 or use your pass!
visit webscheduler for all the scoop.
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click here for a description
of how to sign up for classes early, buy more classes online, checking
your pass status, and more! no phone reservations, please.
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- we take our
commitment to the earth to heart. learn about our
greening
efforts.
- sign up for a
tranquil space membership to receive unlimited yoga classes for
$125/month with a pass that automatically renews. commit to your yoga
practice in the new year with tranquil ease and enjoy your reduced class
prices. for all the scoop, visit
tranquilspace.com or e-mail
jo@tranquilspace.com.
- join us across the
river in our arlington location - steps from the clarendon metro. visit the
website for
all the scoop.
- we have loads of
inspiring lifestyle and yoga workshops scheduled this
spring, including:
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- june newbie series
- yoga means union - partner yoga
- raw living foods introduction
- newbie yoga workshop
- infant massage |
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the spa at tranquil space was featured in daily
candy "you spend your time in different types
of spaces.
stressful space (work). messy space (home). and
sweaty space (gym).
time for a relaxing space (the newly opened tranquil
space spa).
the three-room ayurvedic center is a welcome haven
from the chaos outside. the ecominded design
incorporates sustainable bamboo, cork, and pieces
salvaged from old buildings. the focus there is on
wellness of body and mind. choose from massage,
reflexology, and ear candling, as well as
psychotherapy and nutritional counseling. if you’re
out for adventure, try a couple’s astrology reading
or full-body henna painting.
this may just be a space you’d love to call your
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join niya and chuck for a
rejuvenating yoga retreat in west virginia,
june 27-29! only 3 spots left. more details
here.
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welcome to the new tranquil space on 17th
street. if you haven't come by yet please check
it out.
practice on our cork, bamboo, and reused barn
floors; check out new boutique items; and see
the new spa offerings.
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level 1 teacher training intensive, june 6 –
21.
our level 1 is an introductory yoga teacher
training that is a prerequisite for our 200-hour
yoga alliance approved level 2 certification.
designed for students interested in teaching
beginning to intermediate students, exploring
vinyasa yoga or simply deepening their own
practice.
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postnatal teacher training, july 18 &
19. join carol collins for a weekend of
training in teaching postnatal yoga and baby and
me yoga. learn about the physiological and
psychological needs of postnatal women and the
developmental milestones for babies 6 weeks to
12 months. learn how to teach a class which
includes both parent and baby, observe baby and
me classes and practice teaching such a class.
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prenatal teacher training, july 25 & 26.
join anne thiel for a weekend-long prenatal yoga
teacher training. together, we will brainstorm
about what it means to teach prenatal yoga,
learn about anatomical and physiological
particularities of pregnancy and discuss how
they pertain to yoga and their implications for
a prenatal yoga class. we will consider the
elements of a well-rounded prenatal yoga class
and also explore how yoga can be an invaluable
support tool for the process of labor and
childbirth.
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tranquil space book club. join the tranquil
space community in reading three cups of tea,
by greg mortenson. we will meet to chat, drink tea,
and discuss the book friday, june 20th at 6pm in the
tea lounge. sign up for free online
www.tranquilspace.com/workshops.
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bike to
yoga, tranquil space now has a
convenient bike rack outside the 17th
street studio.
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thanks for your support at
our grand opening gala! we raised $700
for the
tranquil space foundation.
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- stop by tranquil space's
myspace page
and
facebook page
and say "hello"!
- community celebration: our way to celebrate tranquil space yogis'
honors and developments! please share your celebrations with us by
emailing
newsletter@tranquilspace.com.
- welcome on board to new arlington studio assistant gretchen straczewski!
 dibora
amanuel
i laid out my mat with hesitation as i wondered about my
decision to try on a new challenge in my yoga practice. sitting still on my mat,
conserving my energy and suspending apprehension, i focused on the impending
arrival of my friend who would take the class with me. class started. somewhere
along the way in suryanamaskar a, at a pace i had never encountered, i wondered
once again about my decision to leap onto this step in my yoga journey. yet with
steady effort, and faith in my teachers and in my commitment to my yoga practice
come what may, savasana emerged: settling thoughts, soothing apprehension, and
saluting joy.
i would return again and again, and
each time i would be inspired by the – sometimes unique,
and sometimes predictable – challenges that I faced on
the mat, all with the comfort and joy of knowing that I
have a lifetime to take the journey.
each month we choose a pose to focus on in each class through strong attention to alignment, variations, and/or modifications as a way to grow and expand our yogic horizons.
 gomukhasana
benefits
- stretches the ankles, hips and thighs, shoulders, armpits and triceps,
and chest
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this title is reserved for yogis who have shown a strong dedication to their practice, are enthusiastic about their growth, and enjoy sharing it with others.
 ra'ed
alawadhi
my refuge
life is filled with stress, but it’s also filled with beauty, such as home-made
steak fries, my partner’s blue eyes, and the team at tranquil space.
each morning, monday through friday, i rush out of the house to sit at my desk
and sift through an endless list of emails that need immediate attention. the
only diversion is preparing or delivering a presentation of my design work to a
client. all day long, i must win new clients, please a client, and deliver on
time. clients can be very needy and of course have stress in their own lives. so
even the simplest inconvenience can cause stress at work. the phones (4 lines!)
do not stop ringing, and deadlines are weekly. most days i hardly have time for
a lunch break.
then the work day ends, i hop on my bike, ride down pennsylvania avenue, pass by
the white house (talk about stress) and arrive at tranquil space. i am
immediately greeted with cheerful smiles everywhere. at last, a tranquil space.
i know the mind is supposed to remain clear while on the mat during practice,
but i must confess that some of my best projects have come to me while i am in
practice. that’s right: practicing with fellow yogis at tranquil space not only
improves my body and soul, but it also greatly improves my creative mind and,
consequently, my design portfolio.
a few years ago, a friend gave me a gift certificate to classes at tranquil
space. she highly recommended vinyasa to relieve stress and broaden creativity.
i was skeptical at first. i made excuses; i had no time to attend yoga classes.
she insisted we go and, well, i’ve been coming back ever since.
truly, the clouds part at tranquil space. i’m incredibly grateful for the
amazingly passionate teachers. people do not believe me when i tell them every
class at tranquil space ends with a nap, a cookie and a cup of freshly brewed
tea.
namaste
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this title is reserved for members of our team who embody the tranquil space values, excel in their role at the studio, and have a passion for their practice.
 tim
mooney
i can't believe it took this long.
tranquil space enters its tenth year this september, but this will be a first.
no, not because some freshly hired guy suddenly ended up being named the team
player of the month... no, this date in tranquil space history shall be
remembered because this it's the first time its newsletter will include a quote
from green bay packers coach vince lombardi...
the achievements of an organization are the results of the combined effort of
each individual.
now, i think lombardi swiped this from whoever came up with that line about the
whole being greater than the sum of its parts, but i'll save my "lombardi was a
flaming plagiarist" screed for the next time i'm invited to write for the
newsletter (which, i suspect shall occur sometime in late 2032).
there is absolutely no way any organization can succeed, either as a sports
franchise or as a socially responsible business, without the efforts of everyone
on board. in our case, this includes everyone on staff and every member of the
tranquil space community. as we faced the challenge of our move from p street to
17th street, i was amazed by the efforts of our team, many of whom stayed well
past their bedtime during the packing and unpacking process. granted, these are
the same people who staged a mini-intervention over the staggering amount of red
bull i ingested that week, but i was (mostly) touched by their concern...
in addition to the team members that gave us a hand during the move, there were
several members of the tranquil space yoga community that offered their time and
encouragement as well. i shouldn't be surprised by this support, but i have to
confess it was an important boost during that time, and yet another example of
how tranquil space is more than just four walls, a roof and some yoga... it's a
community that can achieve tremendous things through the collective efforts of
every person involved. i am truly honored to be a part of tranquil space.
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 clothing, accessories, and specialties
to enrich your life on and off the mat
tranquility boutique is a fusion of fashion
and passion in celebration of yogis' bodies and spirits! we carry a delightful
selection of comfy and chic products to enhance your practice on and off the
yoga mat - mala beads, books, aromatherapy spray, soy candles, eco-friendly
mats, handmade mat bags, and more! tranquil space's own line of yoga clothing,
TranquiliT, is designed for the lifestyle yogini and has been featured in
shape, lucky, daily candy, fit yoga, the washingtonian, and the washington post.
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greetings
from tranquility boutique manager marq few
 now
that we have settled in our new digs, we have been
receiving a few restocks and new items.
mats, mats and more mats! new in the boutique are
manduka eko lite mats. these ultra light mats contain no
oil-based products and decompose at the end of their
durable life. they come in five vibrant colors – moss,
ember, lava, sand and aqua. also, be sure to check out
the restocks of jade and agoy mats.
boutique trivia - did you know that the company name
agoy is yoga backwards? speaking of agoy, we just
received their ultra-cool faux leather mat bags that
come in black and brown. you can use them as a messenger
bag during the day and then simply unzip the straps on
the bottom to carry your mat to evening practice.
for the minimalist yogi, you've been asking for them and
they are in. what is that marq - what are you talking
about? carrying straps for your mat! no need for a bag,
just pull the velcro strap around your mat and you are
ready to head to class.
be present practice shorts for men have arrived in
copper, azure, graphite and red. we also have the kona
pant for women. these long shorts fall a bit below the
knee and come in very cool colors for summer. check out
the beautiful deep red and the cool green apple and
sweet violet.
finally, please be patient as we try to acquire more
sigg water bottles. they have been so popular that we
have had a hard time ordering the bottles that we like.
while we wait, we are researching how to get tranquil
space custom sigg bottles. keep your fingers crossed!
marq
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in alignment with our values, a portion of all tranquility boutique proceeds are donated to my sister's place — a local organization committed to eradicating domestic violence.
karma yoga is the yoga of selfless action:
from feeding the hungry, caring for the sick, housing the poor and helping all
in need. it is also the offering of our ingenuity, inventiveness, wisdom, love,
and connection to humanity. there are many ways to do this…through teaching,
community service, the arts, meditation, charity work and more.
we've created a new karma yoga corner both
online and at the
studio to give you tools to connect with each other and the community. contact
our karma yoga director niyati shah
with any feedback or questions.
latest karma yoga opportunities:
race for the cure! saturday june 7th!
join our team - look for tsy - tranquil space yogis. run, walk or even sleep
for the cure!
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come on up to the third floor for a luxurious spa experience!
be sure to check out our
sumptuous
offerings. we're sure you'll find something to nourish your body and
soul.
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how tranquility treatments can benefit you:
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reduce stress and enhance relaxation
- promote deeper and easier breathing
- reduce blood pressure
- strengthen the immune system
- enhance capacity for calm thinking and creativity
- increase awareness of mind-body connection
- develop and enhance your practice on and off the yoga mat
- foster a feeling of well-being and peace of mind
this month we shine the spotlight on henna body painting, one of
the newest additions to the spa menu...
henna is a flowering plant native tropical and subtropical areas of the
world. the leaves of this plant when crushed and mixed properly have been
used by various cultures as body art, most notably on the hands and feet for
south asian weddings.
we are offering henna tattoos by appointment. we can do traditional designs,
you can design your own (within reason) or you can let the artist decide!
please contact niya for more information at
niyati@tranquilspace.com
the spa at tranquil space is looking for massage
therapists! please visit our
website , or
email brooke@tranquilspace.com
for more information.
 tea is full of antioxidants and has a tranquil effect on our busy lives.
we are excited to offer a comfy space for yogis to connect before and after
class. after searching high and low to find the perfect organic, fair trade
teas to compliment your practice, we are delighted to share our favorite
chamomile, spearmint, peppermint, and rosehip blends. in our tea bar we'll
have yummy bulk tea for sale and oodles of it for you to sip.
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 the
mission of tranquil space is to provide a nurturing environment that
encourages the unfolding of a creative yoga practice that is carried off the
yoga mat into one's daily life.
 the
vision of tranquil space is to use yoga as a catalyst to live life fully and
consciously.
tranquil space dupont
1632 17th street, nw
washington, dc 20009 |
tranquil space bethesda
7475 wisconsin ave, suite 8
bethesda, md 20814 |
tranquil space arlington
3260 wilson boulevard
arlington, virginia 22201 |
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