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"if nothing ever changed,
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while leading a retreat in costa rica last summer, we
went to a popular butterfly garden and for the first
time i saw a caterpiller emerge from its cocoon into a
wet, wobbly butterfly. its next phase was to dry out its
wings so it could fly. a truly remarkable sight.
since 1999 when tranquil space began, i have felt like a
caterpiller on numerous occasions, struggling to dry my
wings and fly. as we embark on this exciting new
journey, i return to the image of the wet, wobbly
butterfly. change is always scary, sexy, risky, and a
constant state despite continual resistance to it.
in buddhism, the concept of impermanence is a gentle
reminder that so much of suffering is brought on by
resisting change. nothing is our lives is unchanging –
our thoughts, emotions, work, relationships. so why the
struggle and grasping for continual control? why do we
stay in the cocoon?
as tranquil space embarks on its next phase in our newly
constructed home on 17th street, i am watching with
anticipation as our team and yoga community adjusts to
all the changes. some sexy, some scary, and some risky –
all a part of the continual flow of life. in college i
read that we regret more the things we don’t do than the
things we do do. that statement serves as a gentle
reminder every time i question emerging from a
comfortable cocoon.
it is with extreme gratitude that i write this month’s
muse and i partake in this upcoming change. i thank you
for supporting the mission of tranquil space during our
many manifestions. may our new phase offer room for us
all to spread our wings and fly. i look forward to
celebrating with you at our
grand opening soiree on may 17.
tranquilly yours,
kimberly wilson
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pick up our new 17th street spring class schedule. we hope to see you in
our new home at 1632 17th st starting may 2! start your day off with
sunrise yoga on friday mornings with carol resuming 5/9. also, check
out rob's funky flow on friday mornings at 10:30a.m. starting
5/2.
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.
- we want to hear from you! give us your feedback
here.
- 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 are open on memorial day weekend - check out the reduced holiday schedule
here.
- we have loads of
inspiring lifestyle and yoga workshops scheduled this
spring, including:
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- advanced shoulder opening
- connect to your core w/pilates
- writing as muse writing workshop
- preparing for birth with yoga
- newbie yogi workshop
- budokon workshop
- ayurveda and nutrition
- hips and hammies
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join niya and chuck for a
rejuvenating yoga retreat in west virginia,
june 27-29! register by may 28. more details
here.
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tranquil space book club. join our first
book group gathering in the tea bar on friday,
may 16th at 6pm. we will drink tea, meet fellow
yogis, pick our first book, and set the next meeting
date. please bring book recommendations and ideas.
if you can't make the meeting but would like to
participate email ideas to
jo@tranquilspace.com
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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 boutique manager marq few and new weekend
manager laura root!
 gina
tauschek
fear. it makes us worry, causes thoughts to churn
uncontrollably and put undo stress on our bodies and minds. on the other hand
instinctual fear can be good, it’s a defense mechanism and helps us protect
ourselves. but that’s not the kind of fear i’m talking about. i’m talking about
the kind that turns your stomach into knots as you wonder what if, what if, what
if?
one of my biggest fears is losing my loved ones. ever since i was a little kid
it was always easier to think that my family would be around forever because i
just couldn’t handle the thought of anything else. i literally thought i would
fall to pieces if anything happened to any of them. then 2008 rolled around and
i was suddenly faced with what i dreaded most. my dog of 11 years suddenly fell
ill and i was told that more than likely i would have to put him down. i was
beyond horrified. miraculously i somehow got through it (with lots of support
from my friends – especially sweet anne who was my rock!) she constantly
reminded me that i had to stay in the present moment and i couldn’t worry about
things that hadn’t happened yet or were beyond my control. i could not let my
fear get the best of me. luckily the pooch was ok and if i had let myself get
crazy with fear the only person that would have been hurt was me.
however, things don’t always work out that way. sometimes our fears come true
and then what? a month after the dog, my grandfather succumbed to cancer. i knew
it was coming but that still didn’t make it any easier. i was extremely close to
him and really had no idea how i would make it through. again, i found such
strength in my practice. even though i was nervous and scared and heartbroken, i
knew it would not be forever. i knew that i had to just stay grounded and
focused in the present moment and not worry about the future or what that might
entail. i couldn’t let my fear of a world without my grandfather in it take
over. i had to honor his memory and allow myself to experience and process what
was going on. although my fear was realized i did not let it debilitate me.
the two examples i’ve given are pretty major but fear doesn’t always have to be
something as quite that dramatic. it can be starting a new job, ending a
relationship, or moving somewhere new. fear is our reaction to change on any
level. so take a moment and think about what you fear. then think about how
staying in the present moment can help you to overcome this fear. once you are
focused on what is actually going on and not what you think might happen you can
begin to deal with whatever issue you are faced with. don’t forget to utilize
this during your practice, especially if something is worrying you or causing
you extra stress.
namaste, gina
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.
 bharadvajasana
benefits
- stretches the spine, shoulders, and hips
- massages the abdominal organs
- relieves lower backache, neck pain, and sciatica
- helps relieve stress
- improves digestion
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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.
 jackie
schulman
i am writing this while on my honeymoon in the
galapagos islands, from a "tranquil space" aboard the anchored yacht. i
discovered yoga at tranquil space almost 2 years ago, shortly after moving to dc
and starting work next door at dupont vet clinic. yoga has enhanced my
well-being and quality of life, and introduced me to a very special community of
generous and sincere people. i began my practice to manage stress, as i longed
for a slice of quietude to care for my inner self. i vehemently defended my yoga
time, and prioritized it as a life necessity. taking yoga principles off the mat
helped me tremendously to maintain a sense of calm and compassion in a demanding
workplace and transitioning personal life. the slow but steady improvements have
been a great source of self-confidence and pride. i love measuring success based
on my own advancements rather than comparing to others; the humility and focus
have definitely helped me in other aspects of life. i'm continually amazed that
after months of attempting a pose, it finally just "happens." yoga has
completely transformed my body, strengthened a back and shoulders previously
plagued with chiropractic issues, and changed the way i carry myself. when my
husband (then boyfriend) attended the partners workshop and then a yogaville
retreat, i knew he would enthusiastically try anything with me! after attending
the level one training this year, i felt magically elevated to a new awareness
of many poses and found much more focus on the breath. the phenomenal people i
have met through tranquil space make me feel part of a special and supportive
oasis. kimberly's approach to philanthropic ventures has inspired me to find the
time and energy follow suit, enhancing my own sense of self-worth in our
community. thanks to all who have made yoga and tranquil space such a treasured
part of our lives in dc!
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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.
 holly
shick
when i first came to tranquil space in july
2004, i had no idea that yoga would become such an important part of my life or
that i would meet such an amazing group of people. over the past four years,
i've met many great people with whom i have become friends, something i never
expected when i first walked through the doors. everyone at tranquil space -
from the teachers to the staff to the yogis i've met just by working at the
front desk - makes the studio a truly special place. i am so grateful to have
been a part of tranquil space as both a staff member and a yogi, and i can't
wait to see what the future brings for the new studio!
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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
spring has sprung and there are
great things blossoming in the boutique. with the move
to our new home on 17th street, the tranquil space
family has had an addition to its ranks. my name is marq
few and i am the new boutique manager. with my
background in retail and buying, i intend to make the
boutique a destination where customers can buy gifts for
themselves and others - not to mention all you'll need
for your yoga practice.
new offerings will be coming as soon as we settle into
our new digs. i have already received a few suggestions
and welcome additional ideas. many of you have asked
about the sigg water bottles (which have been a big
seller in the past) and i'm happy to announce that more
are on the way.
please let me know what your thoughts are (good and bad)
by shooting me an email at
marq@tranquilspace.com or come to the boutique
and introduce yourself. i'm looking forward to meeting
everyone and sharing a laugh and a cup of tea with you
in our new boutique.
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:
doga, saturday may 10th 3-4:30pm
bring your yoga mat and your canine yogi (bring your own, borrow one, or
come alone) for an afternoon of frolicking at rose park (23rd and p st., nw), a
benefit for the washington humane society.
benefit yoga, may 11, 11:30-1pm
join laura trejo, a teacher trainee for a class to benefit the dc self-defense
karate association children's scholarship fund. pay what you can!
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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after months of planning, the treatments team is very excited
to bring our newly expanded spa to the tranquil space community. in the
coming days our brand new menu, complete with a variety heavenly massages
(including stone massage!), yummy face treatments, reflexology, ayurvedic and
holistic health counseling, astrological counseling, henna body painting and
more, will be online for your viewing pleasure.
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with three rooms dedicated exclusively to treatments, we are also
thrilled to offer a greatly expanded availability for booking. starting
the week of april 28th, we will begin taking reservations for services in our
new spa. for the convenience of our clients, we will offer an online appointment
request form, and will gladly take appointments over the phone. appointments
will generally need to be scheduled 24 hours in advance, although walk-in
massage appointments will be accepted at times based on the availability of our
therapists.
mark you calendars for tranquil space's grand opening soirée on may 17th,
where the spa will be featured, i will be available to answer any questions, and
some of our lovely therapists will be on hand to give massage samples. all
clients booking appointments at the grand opening will be given 15% off their
chosen treatment!
in the coming days the finishing touches on the spa will be put into
place...when the doors open tomorrow, make sure you come up to the third floor
to check us out. the lotus lounge is waiting!
blessings,
brooke berube
treatments coordinator
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
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 |
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7475 wisconsin ave, suite 8
bethesda, md 20814 |
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3260 wilson boulevard
arlington, virginia 22201 |
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