seasonal specials

• New yogi starter set: mat, 10-class pass, tranquiliT tee and eyepillow for $150!
• Mat sale: $20 (regular $25) available in blue, emerald and lilac.
• Buy a 20, 30 or unlimited class pass and receive a free tranquiliT tee of your choice!

enlightening events

friday evening kirtan and deep relaxation
Open yourself to a deeper and more meaningful yoga practice! Join us for a candlelit evening of devotional chanting, poetry reading, slow flow asana, and meditation in the spirit of Bhakti Yoga. Bhakti Yoga: the path of devotion and love, is a joyful and ancient practice that is said to "clear the cobwebs" of the heart. Ira Rosen will lead this journey into Spirit, and then guide us into blissful, deep relaxation. A perfect and enriching way to end the week, and a gateway to the Soul Yoga Practice on Sunday.

	Date:	Friday, November 1
	Time:	8:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
	Location:	Tranquil Space
	Cost:	$20
	Questions?:	Email: events@tranquilspace.com
	To Register by Mail:	Registration Form
	To Register Online:
		Register for both of Ira Rosen's workshops! Friday Evening Kirtan and Deep Relaxation and Soul Yoga Practice: Vinyasa Yoga From the Heart, $60.

soul yoga practice: vinyasa yoga from the heart
In this expanded Vinyasa Yoga workshop with Ira Rosen, we will step into a steady stream of open hearted, flowing energy, and explore how the tools of our Vinyasa Yoga practice (postures, breathing, meditation)transform our bodies and minds toward acceptance and peace. Our intention is to explore the "wholeness" of yoga, unite body, breath, mind, and heart, and take a peaceful way of being into our everyday lives.

This 3-hour workshop will incorporate a challenging Vinyasa flow class, suitable for Tranquil Space levels 1-3 (some experience at Level 1 is preferred). Please bring your own mat if you have one, a water bottle, and hand towel.

	Date:	Sunday, November 3
	Time:	2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
	Location:	Tranquil Space
	Cost:	$55
	Questions?:	Email: events@tranquilspace.com
	To Register by Mail:	Registration Form
	To Register Online:
		Register for both of Ira Rosen's workshops! Friday Evening Kirtan and Deep Relaxation and Soul Yoga Practice: Vinyasa Yoga From the Heart, $60.

fall foliage yoga and belly dance retreat
A crisp fall weekend full of yoga with Kimberly and dance with Rachel Kay Brookmire of Organic Dance at a beautiful spiritual retreat center in Virginia, approximately 3 hours from DC.

Unleash the flow of your creativity this fall 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. This retreat is open to all levels, no experience with yoga or belly dance necessary.

	Date:	Friday, November 8 - Sunday, November 10
	Time:	Friday, 8:00 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: events@tranquilspace.com
	To Register by Mail:	Registration Form
	To Register Online:	$250 double occupancy
		$300 single occupancy
		(In the comment box on the final payment page,   please indicate what you'd like to gain from this event.)

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.

	Date:	Saturday, November 9 [to be held the second weekend of each month]
	Time:	2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
	Location:	Tranquil Space
	Cost:	$30
	Questions?:	Email: events@tranquilspace.com
	To Register by Mail:	Registration Form
	To Register Online:
		(In the comment box on the final payment page, please indicate what you'd like to gain from this event.)

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.

	Date:	Sunday, November 10 [to be held the second weekend of each month]
	Time:	2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
	Location:	Tranquil Space
	Cost:	$30
	Questions?:	Email: events@tranquilspace.com
	To Register by Mail:	Registration Form
	To Register Online:
		(In the comment box on the final payment page, please indicate what you'd like to gain from this event.)

3rd annual holiday celebration
On Sunday, December 15 from 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm, Tranquil Space will host its 3rd Annual Holiday Celebration. This year we've decided to couple our celebration with karma yoga and support a local charity as part of our ongoing Charity Community involvement. Please join us at the Blue Room to mingle off the yoga mat, celebrate our 3rd year, and raise money for the National Capital Area Healing Fund, established by United Way of the National Capital Area to support the unmet immediate and long term needs of the victims, survivors and their families affected by the sniper attacks.

	Date:	Sunday, December 15
	Time:	7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
	Location:	Blue Room, 2321 18th St NW
	Cost:	$10 donation or bring a canned good to be donated to a local shelter
	Questions?:	Email: events@tranquilspace.com
	To Donate:	Donate online or at the door

celebrate yoga in costa rica Allow lush Costa Rica to renew your spirit while escaping the chill of winter in DC! Join Kimberly for a yoga retreat nestled among the beauty of an exquisite mountain sanctuary. Each day we will share in the experience of yoga while resting our hearts & minds among the spectacular views. During your yoga breaks, take a stroll through coffee farms, nap in a hammock, swim, recieve a healing massage or simply enjoy being among the beauty of this amazing country. The spacious grounds include a hot tub, swimming pool, & luxurious gardens. A divine way to nurture your spirit over President's Day weekend. Open to all levels. Airfare is not included. Your fee includes 7 nights accommodations, 3 gourmet meals per day, transportation to & from the airport &, 3 eco-adventure excursions including a full day of white water rafting! Date:    Saturday, February 15 - Saturday, February 22, 2003 Time:    A full week of yoga & nature Location:    Pura Vida Spa, Costa Rica Cost:    Begins at $1095, $350 deposit reserves your space Questions?:    Contact Jennifer at 888-515-4580 To Register:    Contact Jennifer at 888-515-4580   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 & lodging are included. Airfare is additional. Ground transportation to Maya Tulum from the Cancun airport is included. Date:    Saturday, September 20 - Saturday, September 27, 2003 Time:    A full week of yoga & the beach Location:    Maya Tulum Resort, Mexico Cost:    Begins at $1200, $350 non-refundable deposit reserves your space Questions?:    Email: events@tranquilspace.com To Register by Mail:    Registration Form To Register Online:   $350 non-refundable deposit        $850 balance        (In the comment box on the final payment page,   please indicate what you'd like to gain from this event.)

asana of the month
kurmasana / tortoise

Benefits of this pose: stretches the spinal column, opens the hips and hamstrings, and rejuvenates the whole nervous system.

yogi of the month
freya grand

My yoga practice began as an experiment a little over two years ago, in my efforts to find another form of exercise that would be good for my body and would keep my mind interested. What I discovered at the very beginning was that I loved the grace and the aesthetic of the asanas (even before I could do them correctly!), that my body felt pleasantly tired and well stretched after each class, and that the challenges of doing the poses carefully and with proper alignment kept my interest level high.

This had been all I was seeking, at first. And so it was a lovely additional discovery that the regular practice seemed to be enhancing my focus and concentration in my work (I am a painter) and giving me the beginnings of an experience that would lead me to want to take up meditation as well.

I look forward with great pleasure to each class.

tranquilTeam player of the month
gina davis

I started practicing yoga two years ago when I was going through a very introspective time in my life, full of personal challenges and changes. Yoga has opened up so much space for me - physically, emotionally and spiritually. Being on the yoga mat is a consistent and gentle reminder for me to live in the present moment, accept where I am, honor myself, and grow from there. When I can more consciously cultivate compassion and loving-kindness towards myself, I am better able to extend that to others as well.

Tranquil Space and the unique vinyasa style offered there have been integral to the development of my yoga practice. Kimberly's attentive and nurturing instruction fosters a steady, consistent practice while also challenging me to grow, learn and develop my potential. Working as a studio assistant has enabled me to contribute to the studio, to meet many like-minded yogis, and to take more yoga classes. I really appreciate the workstudy opportunity.

I recently completed the teacher training with Kimberly - this was an amazing experience. The training deepened my own practice as well as teaching me how to share yoga with new students. I see teaching yoga to others as an opportunity to share the gifts I have received through my yoga practice and studies. I currently work at a non-profit specializing in economic development for low-income families, and I hope to soon start sharing yoga within the communities in which I work.

tranquiliT boutique
yoga clothing and accessories

Shop the tranquiliT boutique to view a line designed specifically to celebrate the active and stylish yogi. You can purchase tranquiliT tees, pants, accessories online at the tranquiliT boutique!

This month's featured item is the tranquiliT yoga mat available in three colors -- blue, purple, green. On sale this month for $20!

reflective closing thoughts

This month officially jump starts the holiday season. Time for giving thanks, sharing gratitude with family and friends, and with the brisk chilly air enveloping us, turning our energies inward. I find that the fall season also brings about lots of time for self-reflection as we're no longer running away on the weekends to the beach or spending lots of time outdoors, we are forced to spend more time inside, alone with ourselves.

This newfound alone time can be used in numerous ways, especially during the approaching holidays. Begin by reflecting on the Fall season, noticing if feelings of lethargy or sadness begin to creep in. The darker, colder days can bring about feelings not experienced under sunny, warmer conditions. Counter these feelings with backbends, journal writing, warm baths and hot cups of tea. Take advantage of this down time by reflecting on the meaning of these months, how nature encourages us to slow our pace, and spend time inward.

November is a month ripe with the changing season, the request by nature to take some down time, to shed old habits or negativity along with the leaves falling from the trees, savor the holiday filled with food and friends, and absorb all the sensations surrounding these experiences. The yoga practice of mindfulness and full experience can be carried off of the mat and into the upcoming activities of this season. In addition, November is a perfect time to express gratefulness for all we have, our friends, family, health, and numerous other areas of abundance. Let the season encourage you to give of yourself through service in your work, family, friendships. Namaste.

Many Blessings and Gratitude,
Kimberly Wilson
Creative Director