october's e-museletter contains:


   

studio office and boutique hours:

monday 

 11:00 a.m. — 9:30 p.m.

tuesday 

 11:00 a.m. — 9:30 p.m.

wednesday 

 11:00 a.m. — 9:30 p.m.

thursday 

 11:00 a.m. — 1:30 p.m.
 4:00 p.m. — 9:30 p.m.

friday 

 11:00 a.m. — 1:30 p.m.
 4:00 p.m. — 9:30 p.m.

saturday 

 8:30 a.m. — 4:30 p.m.

sunday 

 10:00 a.m. — 6:00 p.m.

and by appointment

staff:
kimberly wilson, creative director
gina kelley, studio director

mali jimenez, studio manager
isabel clark, admin and treatments coordinator
joanna lo, boutique manager

take a yoga class,
shop the TranquiliT boutique
or indulge in a TranquiliT treatment


tranquil space bethesda scoop
tranquil space penn quarter
opening muse

kimberly wilson

“autumn is a second spring
when every leaf is a flower.”
~ albert camus

ten tips to help you reconnect to your practice this fall

  1. put "on the mat" time into your schedule. make your yoga practice part of your daily routine. maybe it begins slowly with an early morning sun salutation and a before bed child's pose. the duration is not as important as the discipline to do it daily.

  2. schedule quiet time. you've got to set aside some quality private time to replenish. some of my faves are journal writing, meditating, herbal tea sipping coupled with daydreaming, long walks, yoga, gardening, cooking, and bookstore browsing.

  1. write out your fall goals and reflect. what steps can you take now to get you closer to what you had hoped this year would look like for you? where are you now and where do you want to be? how have you grown this year? what would you like the next three months to look and feel like?

  2. clean out your closet. spend some time mulling through your closet and shedding what you no longer wear. donate these items to charity or schedule a swap with your gal pals. this process is cleansing and opens up space for a few new seasonal must-haves.

  3. host a charity-centered soiree. reconnect with your fave friends and invite them all over to raise awareness and funds for a special cause dear to your heart. this month's focus is breast cancer awareness. how can you help others think pink?

  4. self-nurture with a girls' (or boys') night in. gather all the ingredients needed for a decadent evening at home — aromatherapy oils, your fave bubbly beverage, an organic oatmeal facial scrub, and heaps of chamomile tea. indulge in some sacred candlelit bath time with your favorite lime flavored sparkling water nearby.

  5. challenge yourself. take up a new hobby, start writing that novel, schedule a vacation alone, study a foreign language, learn to knit, or sign up for that salsa class you've been thinking about for years. take yourself out of the comfort zone and watch a new, exciting world unfold.

  6. get organized. clean up your finances, clear off your desk (or kitchen table), sort through your kitchen cabinets, organize your paperwork into files, and put your accessories into labeled drawers. clearing clutter frees the mind and opens up space for renewed creativity.

  7. join a group of like-minded people. how about a political group, entrepreneur group, volunteer group, book club, toastmasters group, or knitting circle? these connections will help you grow and open up new possibilities.

  8. create soulful surroundings at home. set up an altar with photos of loved ones and/or teachers, scatter your favorite scented soy candles throughout your home, light nap champa incense, invest in easy-to-care-for plants such as philodendrons, play invigorating and inspiring music, and learn to love your special oasis.

gratefully yours,
kimberly wilson
hip tranquil chickperuse kimberly's blog for musings on yoga and lifestyle. listen to the latest podcasts, including a feature with sarah powers.

kimberly's book, hip tranquil chick, and new all-level cd are now available for pre-ordering. you're invited: save the date for the book and cd launch on thursday, november 16 at hotel palomar.

studio scoop

tranquil space class schedule
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  • class schedule: pick up our new class schedule, catered to various levels and moods: yin/yang, restorative, yoga 1-3, express, slow flow, and more! try our friday 5:15 p.m. 1-hour express yoga! all 1-hour classes are now $13 and considered express classes which blend yoga 1 alignment with yoga 2 flow. visit webscheduler for all the scoop.
  • we are open on columbus day, october 9, with an extra noon yoga 2 class offered, and the 8:00 p.m. class cancelled.
  • click here for a description of how to sign up for classes early, buy more classes online, checking your pass status, and more!
  • you can use your pass at both dupont and bethesda locations! (webscheduler works only for the location where you purchase the pass). we hope you enjoy taking your tranquility between our 4 locations — bethesda, dupont, penn quarter, and gallery place/chinatown.

flashpoint arts center
flashpoint arts center
 
october think pink sale
  • think pink: in honor of breast cancer awareness, we're thinking pink all month and offering 15% off on ALL pink items! for all pink goodies sold in the tranquiliT boutique during october, tranquil space will make a donation to the american cancer society. we also have education materials available in the studio to help educate our yogis on breast cancer.
  • we have loads of inspiring lifestyle and yoga workshops scheduled this fall, including: full moon yoga, october newbie 4-week series, rock climbing and yoga, massage for couples, core strength: tap into your power, hip hop yoga, intro to thai bodywork, giving home spa treatments, and more! visit enlightening events for ALL the scoop. buy a workshop passport (4 workshops by tranquil space teachers for $99) and dive deeper into your practice this fall!
  • pre- and post-natal teacher training with anne and carol — come and learn about the pre- and postnatal body and how to develop a yoga practice that creates magical beginnings for the precious new lives inside and outside the womb. current yoga teachers and non-teachers are welcome to attend. november 4-5 and 11-12.

tranquil space class schedule

  • join kimberly for the annual fall foliage retreat, october 13-15. a crisp fall weekend full of yoga and retreating at a beautiful spiritual center in virginia, approximately 4 hours from dc. unleash the flow of your creativity this fall season with a weekend away from it all exploring the interplay of yoga, journal writing, meditation, hiking, soaking in the hot tub, warming in the sauna or simply taking a much needed nap. sign up now!
  • attention all parents: sign-up for our new yoga at hOMe for parents program — we will teach pre-natal yoga or baby & me yoga for you and your crawlers/toddlers in the comfort of your home with other parents. email carol@tranquilspace.com for more information.
  • join us at the yogathon for darfur, september 30, 9:00 a.m. - 4:15 p.m., arlington unitarian church, 4444 arlington blvd. minimum donation: $25 per 1-hour class. proceeds beneift the save darfur coalition's work. for more information, call 703.892.2719.

rasa - temple of love

two for one coupon!
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  • TranquiliT trunk shows serve to empower women to create. we donate a portion of our proceeds to womenarts.org, who state: "we dream about what will happen as more and more women artists gain the resources they need to express their creativity fully. we are convinced that they will change the world." tranquil space agrees! to showcase your creations, email us for an application. save the date for our holiday TranquiliT trunk show on saturday, december 2! view photos from past shows.

happy birthday to you! from tranquil space yoga

  • MORE tranquility!: join us on your birthday for a FREE yoga class. (excludes 6:00 and 6:30 p.m. classes.)

two for one coupon!
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  • october special: redeem this coupon and save 20% off any one (1) item in the boutique! make an appointment with our personal shopper (see boutique section below for more details)!
  • try our new tranquiliT treatments specials:
  • try our new meditation offerings on wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. and sundays at 5:45 p.m., free in october!
  • community celebration: our way to celebrate tranquil space yogis' honors and developments! please share your celebrations with us by emailing newsletter@tranquilspace.com.
    • welcome to new studio assistants kathleen and revi!
    • a fond and temporary farewell to studio manager mali jimenez as she goes on sabattical to train with ana forrest in seattle for a month. you will be missed!
    • congrats to erica arnold for giving birth to lyra malia aubry!
    • congrats to alejandra goyenechea for giving birth to her son rami!

baby yogi ryan!

  • congrats to ashley goff on the birth of her baby ryan sullivan goff glennon!

baby yogi garrett!

  • congratulations to robin sidel on the birth of garrett!

kimberly wilson and anet rivera in the TranquiliT booth at the omega yoga conference in new york

  • kimberly wilson and anet rivera in the TranquiliT booth at the omega yoga conference in new york.
    • share photos of you wearing TranquiliTees around the globe! to be featured in next month's newsletter, send photos to newsletter@tranquilspace.com. this month's features are julia coney in mykonos, greece, carol and sophia in montreal, geneva pham in rotterdam, and christina gillespie and ryan lizza in florence, italy.
    julia coney in mykonos, greece carol and sophia in montreal
    geneva pham in rotterdam
    christina gillespie and ryan lizza in florence, italy

teacher feature

marianne leal

marianne lealevery time i step onto my yoga mat, i consider it a sacred space. it's a place where i can be with what is, feel centered, peaceful and whole . . . connected to my breath and to something larger than myself. it's a place to surrender to my own beauty and magic, where i can feel graceful and open to grace . . . a moving meditation . . . my practice becomes a prayer where i can wrap my breath around the pose and infuse my body with spirit and joy. yoga is a celebration of the way the body moves . . . a celebration of the breath . . . of the treasure of our interconnectedness. this is what i hope i bring to my classes when i ask my students to open their hearts, find the joy within the pose, and enjoy their breath . . . and as they practice, to turn the corners of their mouth . . . up! ~ namaste

asana of the month

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.

dragon posedragon pose

benefits

  • stretches the ankles, groin, and hip flexors
  • makes backbends easier do because of the freedom created in the pelvis
  • many variations to help work deeply into hip socket
  • can help with sciatica

yogi of the month

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.

john filice

i really enjoy the variety of classes and teachers at tranquil space, because you get different perspectives to inform your yoga practice. my schedule is erratic, and i appreciate being able to get to a yoga class when i need one and to learn from the different teachers; each of them works with you at the level you are at, and helps you to grow.

i really enjoy the whole ambience and feel of tranquil space overall. it's done a lot for me. it's even improved my ability to keep playing full-court basketball! i came to yoga with back pain and i haven't had any back pain since starting yoga — not even a pulled muscle from basketball. i've told several of my fellow basketball players to give yoga a try.

thanks for the yogi of the month honor. namaste.

tranquilTeam player of the month

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.

anne thielanne thiel

i began practicing yoga with kimberly in her living room in the summer of 2000. there was something about the vinyasa practice that intrigued me from the beginning, but it was not until recently that i reflected some more on why this was the case.

"that was a real nice flow," one of my students commented after a recent class, and her remark made me ponder the concept of a vinyasa practice. soon, my thoughts soon zoomed in to the question of how this flowing form of yoga can inspire my life, and vice versa.

as i look back at my life, it appears more as a sequence of erratic zigzag movements than a flow, and as i move through my days and weeks i often find myself either pressing impatiently ahead, or not being able to get myself going at all. so, how can i bring the flow i find on the mat into my life off the mat as well?

in vinyasa yoga, we link movement with breath. one action occurs with the inhale, the next — often complementary — action with the exhale. the muscles stretch and release; we extend and let go. there is a rhythm to our movement — the rhythm of prana, of life and spirit. it encourages us to find rhythm in our life off the mat, as well: to perform one action, and then complement it with another; to let a period of activity be followed by a period of rest, a time of reaching out to others by a time of drawing inward; and to find balance and wholeness in this rhythm.

in vinyasa yoga, we link asanas together that have common elements (the positions of the hips, for example) or include transitional movements that form a bridge between asanas; by doing so, we find a sense of stability of steadiness in our movement. this mirrors how some healing traditions view the nature of human beings: the human body, which changes constantly — our entire skeleton is renewed every three months; our adipose tissue (yep, that would be our fat cells) is exchanged every three weeks, and so on — and that, yet, houses something unchanging — an eternal soul, or spirit. i am inspired to move through life by "going with the flow," surrendering to change, without sacrificing a sense of stability. i am also reminded to let my actions be connected, logically following one another; to complete one task before moving on to the next task, and to build with my work on what i have done before.

vinyasa yoga, with its moving flow, allows us find rhythm in our practice, and i believe it is this rhythm that, to a good extent, enables us to let go of the mind, to let a force other than our thoughts guide us. it therefore probably comes as no surprise that many spiritual traditions have made the concept of "being in the flow" central to their practice, because they believe that it can overcome notions of duality and separateness — which is, of course, what yoga is all about.

the translation of these concepts into life off the mat is, however, a challenge. luckily, my fellow yogis and yoginis, and my very special fellow tranquil space teachers, constantly challenge me to not give up in this quest. they do so by either serving as living reminders of what it can mean to live a life, "being in the flow," or by sometimes gently insisting that i slow down or speed up, do more or less (they have a pretty keen eye for what's at hand!), to find my flow and stick with it.

tranquilT boutique

clothing, accessories, and specialties to enrich your life on and off the mat

tranquiliT skirt pantTranquiliT boutique is a fusion of fashion and passion in celebration of yogis' bodies and spirits! TranquiliT boutique carries a delightful selection of comfy and chic lines that transition from the yoga mat to the market or museum. all pieces are hand picked by kimberly, made of luxurious fabrics that stretch with your body, and designed for nurturing your yoga lifestyle. look for newly added yoga cards, organic bath products, and more books!

tranquil space's own line of yoga clothing and accessories, TranquiliT, is designed for the style-conscious yogini and has been featured in shape, lucky, daily candy, fit yoga, the washingtonian, and the washington post. view our most recent mention in the examiner.

TranquiliT boutique's featured item this month is the TranquiliT skirt pant — this great bamboo piece can be worn alone, over your favorite yoga leggings to and from class. during this month, the featured item is 15% off (in studio only, no other discounts apply).


saturdays at the TranquiliT boutique

saturday is now the best day to shop at TranquiliT boutique. the days of trying on everything and finding nothing are over. simply have tea and be pampered by our boutique manager and personal shopper, joanna lo. joanna loves to help others, has a unique eye for style, and she knows the fit and feel of every item we carry. she's insightful, honest, and witty, and will help you walk away satisfied. email joanna if you'd like to confirm an appointment ahead of time.


to receive seasonal updates and discounts on the TranquiliT line, along with musings on yoga for the modern girl, click here. read the latest edition of TranquiliT times.

in alignment with our values, a portion of the TranquiliT proceeds are donated to my sister's place — a local organization committed to eradicating domestic violence.

TranquiliT treatments

ayurveda and thai yoga bodyworkat tranquil space we believe that yoga is a lifestyle. the tranquil space specialty spa is an urban oasis where you can nurture your body and soothe your soul with TranquiliT treatments — specialty services that cater to the yogi spirit.

how TranquiliT treatments can benefit you:

  • 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

our spa menu includes:

deep tissue or swedish massage60 minutes$85
pregnancy massage60 minutes$85
infant massage60 minutes$75
ayurveda and thai yoga bodywork30-minute ayurvedic consultation,
60 minutes thai yoga		$100
thai yoga bodywork60 minutes thai yoga bodywork$85
prenatal thai yoga bodywork60 minutes$85
raindrop therapy45-60 minutes$70
reiki (bethesda only)60 minutes$60
private in-studio yoga session1 session, 60 minutes (1 person)$75
1 session, 60 minutes (2 people)$100
6 sessions, 60 minutes each (1 person)$400
restorative yoga private session1 session, 60 minutes (1 person)$75
holistic nutrition and lifestyle wellness counselingInitial consultation (30 minutes)free
12-session program$1200
tranquility program (6 sessions + 6 yoga classes)$750
single session (1 hour) to single session$150
treatments specials
on & off the mat specialtreat yourself to tranquility on and off the mat with a 6-class pass, one holistic health & wellness counseling session, and one massage of choice (choose from swedish/deep tissue massage, thai yoga bodywork, prenatal thai yoga bodywork, or pregnancy massage).$299
treatments passportsample several different types of massage & bodywork or enjoy four sessions of your favorite treatment at a discounted rate. includes 4 massages of choice (choose from swedish/deep tissue massage, thai yoga bodywork, prenatal thai yoga bodywork , or pregnancy massage). passport is valid for 6 months.$299

ongoing offerings

studio:

  • sign up in advance for class, check your class pass status, and see who's teaching with webscheduler.
  • interested in free yoga? visit studio opportunities for openings.
  • tour tranquil space: dc's urban excursion for yoga and lifestyle.
  • rent the studio for your own practice or event. 
  • share your thoughts: a suggestion box in the swirlie hallway and a mailbox on the studio line (202.223.yoga) awaits any comments, praise, or requests our yogis may have. thank you for sharing your practice with us!
  • please familiarize yourself with tranquil space's student tips.
  • please arrive 15 minutes early to guarantee your space.

tranquility starter kit

sign up for a tranquil space house account

fall 2006 seasonal specials
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specials valid through
october 31, 2006

community:


beyond the mat:

  • party in yoga style! a tranquil way to celebrate special events.
  • bring the TranquiliT trunk show to you. couple it with a yoga practice for your fave girlfriends, add chair massage to help destress, or simply set up for retail therapy. for all the scoop, contact info@TranquiliTboutique.com.

tranquil space ecard - reflection

pre/postnatal:

enlightening events

  • introducing the $99 workshop passport! deepen your yoga practice and nurture your off-the-mat efforts. choose four 2-hour tranquil space workshops with studio teachers at over 15% off the regular price. valid for 6 months. no other discounts apply.

retreats:
• fall foliage yoga retreat (friday, october 13 at 8:00 p.m. - sunday, october 15 at 2:00 p.m.)
• yoga in paradise (thursday, february 15 - thursday, february 22, 2007)
• spring blossom retreat (friday, march 2 - sunday, march 4, 2007)

for beginners:
• october newbie series (sundays, october 8 - 29, 10:00 - 11:30 a.m.)
• newbie workshop (friday, november 10, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.)
• newbie workshop (sunday, december 10, 12:30 - 2:30 p.m.)

deepening your practice:
• full moon yoga (friday, october 6, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.)
• rock climbing and yoga (sunday, october 15, 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.)
• core strength: tap into your power (sunday, october 15, 12:30 - 2:30 p.m.)
• alignment of body, mind, and soul, with heidi berthoud (sunday, october 22, 12:30 - 2:30 p.m.)
• hip hop yoga (friday, october 27, 7:30 - 9:00 p.m.)
• thai yoga bodywork intensive (saturday, october 28, 2:30 - 8:30 p.m.; sunday, october 29, 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. & 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.)
• voluptuous vinyasa flow (sunday, november 5, 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.)
• new year's reflective practice, with kimberly (monday, january 1, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.)

lifestyle / "off the mat":
• finding balance with ayurveda (saturday, september 30, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.)
• massage for couples (sunday, october 15, 4:30 - 8:30 p.m.)
• RASA concert: transcendental music from india and beyond (thursday, november 9, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.)
• hip tranquil chick book/CD launch fete (thursday, november 16, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.)
• visualizing your future self, with mary guarino (sunday, december 3, 12:30 - 2:30 p.m.)
• creativity circle (alternating sundays: january 28, february 11 & 25, march 11, 4:30 - 7:00 p.m.)

prenatal and baby & me programs:
• prenatal partner workshop (sunday, october 8, 12:30 - 2:30 p.m.)
• ongoing baby and me yoga classes
• ongoing prenatal classes

teacher training:
• giving home spa treatments, with heidi berthoud (saturday, october 21)
• thai yoga bodywork intensive (saturday, october 28, 2:30 - 8:30 p.m.; sunday, october 29, 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. & 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.)
• level 1 intensive
• level 2 certification
• pre- and postnatal

special studio celebrations / charity events:
• hip tranquil chick book and cd launch soiree (thursday, november 16, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.)
• holiday trunk show (saturday, december 2, 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.)

tranquil space bethesda:
• all bethesda events



missionthe 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.


missionthe vision of tranquil space is to use yoga as a catalyst to live life fully and consciously.


tranquil space values


tranquil space dupont
2024 p street, nw
washington, dc 20036

tranquil space bethesda
7475 wisconsin ave, suite 8
bethesda, md 20814

tranquil space penn quarter
first trinity lutheran church
4th & e streets, nw
washington, dc 20001

tranquil space chinatown
flashpoint
916 g street, nw
washington, dc 20001

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