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"the greatest achievement was at first and for a time
a dream. the oak sleeps in the acorn, the bird waits
in the egg, and in the highest vision of the soul a
waking angel stirs. dreams are the seedlings of
realities." – james allen |
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welcome to october at tranquil space. a lovely chill
is in the air, leaves are beginning to fall, and we’re
celebrating our 9th year of serving tranquility to
washingtonians. as we honor our 9th year, i wanted to
share a brief history of our journey:
1999: classes were launched in my 4th floor walk
up at 16th and u by hanging fliers around the
neighborhood
2000: outgrew the living room and moved to a
church parlor at 16th and q
2001: began selling tranquil space tees and
donating percentages to our first charity, my sister’s
place
2002: launched our teacher training level 1
program and the TranquiliT line which debuted at a
fundraiser we held for the rape crisis center
2003: launched our 200-hr teacher training
program and moved to a 2-level space on p street
2004: tranquil space bethesda was born
2005: voted dc’s best yoga studio by washington
post readers, began hosting annual doga events to raise
awareness for the humane society, and TranquiliT went
green with fabrics for the line
2006: launched our own non-profit, tranquil space
foundation, and released my first book, hip tranquil
chick
2007: named among the top 25 yoga studios in the
world by travel + leisure and launched tranquil space
arlington
2008: moved into our new 3-level home on 17th
street and began planting trees for every class pass
purchased
this past weekend we had our annual team retreat where
our team from our three locations came together. we
divided into groups based on our five studio values:
creativity, compassion, passion, community, and
initiative, and had a guest speaker from lululemon (one
of my most respected companies) come in to share some
inspiring fodder. next we worked on our 1, 5, and
10-year goals for ourselves and the studio, received
studio updates, did pranayam and practiced meditation,
and had a fashion show featuring fall eco-friendly
TranquiliT.
seeing the team together in this capacity each year
means so much to me. the group is dynamic, incredibly
talented, and so supportive of one another. one of the
nicest compliments we receive from within and outside
the studio is how special our community truly is. when i
started the studio (a tiny seedling of what we are now),
i wanted a space where people would feel catered to,
acknowledged and appreciated. think norm from the tv
show cheers minus the drink. washingtonians are very
busy and deserve a space where they can surrender their
blackberries, turn within, and get served tea and
cookies.
thank you for your continued trust along this journey.
many yogis have moved, returned to dc, had babies,
gotten married, had more babies, switched jobs, and
returned to tranquil space. we continue to do all we can
to offer you a well-rounded lifestyle experience through
our classes, workshops, retreats, spa, boutique, and tea
bar. again, i thank you from the bottom of my heart for
your support over the years and especially to my amazing
team who ensures tranquility is served with all our
special touches.
tranquilly yours,
kimberly wilson, creative director + founder
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- we have loads of
inspiring lifestyle and yoga workshops scheduled this
month, including:
- we also have
workshops in our arlington location.
- this month check out
yoga for the not-so-bendy with hilary. sat 10/4 from 3:00 pm
- 5:00 pm.
- tranquil space was featured
in roll call as a
yoga studio for the super-stressed.
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- save the
date: tranquil space foundation 2nd annual gala on
thursday, october 16th from 7-9 at josephine butler house on
15th street. details at
tranquilspacefoundation.org.
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- have an idea that
you'd love to see happen at tranquil space? visit
mytranquilspaceidea.com
and share your suggestion!
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- budokon flow & flexibility with
cameron shayne fri 10/24 from 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm.
this dynamic blend of traditional hatha yoga asana and
martial arts builds upon the yoga practitioner's base
knowledge of traditional hatha yoga while challenging the
practitioner to push past conventional ideologies in order
to find an authentic expression of movement.
more info
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- fall
foliage yoga retreat with kimberly wilson friday,
october 24, 8pm - sunday october 26, 2pm
join kimberly wilson for a weekend away 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. join others in letting go and
turning inward among the beautiful canvas of fall foliage.
come away refreshed with tools to live the yoga lifestyle.
vegetarian meals on saturday and sunday are included.
located at a beautiful spiritual center 30 minutes outside
charlottesville, virginia.
more info
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jumping: the essentials of fluid transitions with keith
moore.
sat 11/1 from 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm.
explore the alignment, strength and precision of jumping
back. jumping is an essential transitional movement of the
ashtanga primary series. discover how to safely jump between
uttanasana and chaturanga dandasana, from down-dog to
uttanasa, and even floating through to seated poses. learn
to use your core strength and alignment, safely and
efficiently. an ideal workshop for students wanting to
transition between yoga 1 and 2, as well as intermediate
students who want to 'fine-tune' their practice.
more info
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greening efforts:
tranquil space is constantly looking for new ways to protect the
environment and be a more sustainable business. now we will plant one
tree for every class pass sold. see our other environmental efforts
here.
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tranquil space book group. Fri 10/3 from
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM.
drink tea, meet fellow yogis, and discuss the
book of the month - buddha, a story of
enlightenment, by deepak chopra. come with
one question to help the discussion. free event.
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our way to celebrate tranquil space yogis'
honors and developments! please share your celebrations with us by
emailing newsletter@tranquilspace.com.
- hillary raphael's third novel, called ximena,
will be published by the small british press, future
fiction. it is coming out in october and can be
ordered on
amazon.
- nathan ainspan has just released a book
returning wars wounded, injured, and ill. he
will be doing a signing at
reiter's on tuesday, oct 28th.
- congrats to teacher training level 1 grads:
laura burch, lauren dunn, cheryl embree, nieves
gonzalez gomez, karen grossman, sophie huber,
annette killmer, mirey ovadiya, denise raybon, viky
sosa, jessica underwood, marilyn wanner and amelia
wooldridge.
- kimberly and sarah about to embark on 108 sun
salutes at the global mala.
 lori
nussbaum
i think yoga and i found each other at the perfect moment.
soon after i moved to DC, i discovered tranquil space and have been part of the
wonderful yoga community surrounding the studio ever since. there have been many
wonderful changes in my life since i took my first class, but yoga has been a
constant presence, a touchstone i can always rely on.
i love the feeling of stepping into a yoga studio, knowing that i am about to
experience complete presentness. yoga makes me feel alive in the most
comprehensive sense. i am fully aware of my body, conscious of my breath, calm
yet stimulated in my mind and all three are working in union. even when i am
tired, my muscles are tight, or my breath is stuck, I am conscious and so it is
all ok. in my practice i am able to peel back some layers and connect with my
truest self.
embarking on the path of a teach has been a real adventure. this is not just a
normal job, but an opportunity to guide others on their yogic paths. even one
class can drastically alter our present and future lives if it moves us further
on our journeys. i love seeing my students try new poses, fail, then smile and
get right back on the mat. i love seeing their elation after succeeding at their
first head stand. i love connecting with them, after all the effort and asanas
are complete, over some tea and cookies.
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.
 hanumanasana
(monkey pose or full split):
hanu=chin
hanuman= one with a jaw
hanuman was a famous, mythical monkey chief in the
timeless sanskrit epic ramayana:
"it was the greatest leap ever taken. the speed of hanuman's jump pulled
blossoms and flowers into the air after him and they fell like little stars on
the waving treetops. the animals on the beach had never seen such a thing; they
cheered hanuman, then the air burned from his passage, and red clouds flamed
over the sky…." (excerpted from the ramayana, as retold by william buck and
quoted in yogajournal.com).
this asana is dedicated to lord hanuman, the powerful monkey chief, and
commemorates his famous leap from the southern tip of india to the lankan
islands (believed to be the present-day sri lanka).
benefits:
- stretches the thighs, hamstrings, groins
- stimulates the abdominal organs
- may have therapeutic applications for sciatica
- helps cultivate patience, discipline, and reverence
cautions/contraindications:
may be contraindicated for individuals with groin or hamstring injuries
preparatory poses:
- baddha konasana
- janu sirsasana
- paschimottanasana
- prasarita padottanasana
- supta virasana
- supta padangustasana
- upavistha konasana
- uttanasana
song that most comes to mind while in the posture:
john cougar mellencamp ― "hurts so good"
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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.
marguerite
juengst
how much space will "they" give me to
meander……..?
i wrestled with the dilemma of "does a woman's body have to look like this"? a
long wrestling match.
i have exercised since in my late teens. aerobics; weights; dancing; running;
etc.
i loved exercising but there was not much change in my body. or my angst.
then i remembered a famous movie star who was near my age and she 'swore' that
to look healthy and beautiful a woman needed three things… good genes, peace of
mind & YOGA.
then one lucky day i wandered into tranquil space on p street. my first thought
was YEAH. not that cold, high tech décor most of DC adores in yoga studios. my
next thought was ooh ooh… a cross between bohemian, hippie and girly. yikes!
then i met the teachers, the staff, the KIMBERLY. love at first sight. and my
heart has remained true. and so has kimberly, the staff and the studio. the new
beautiful studio space has kept its promise.
and my body WAS NOT DOOMED BECAUSE OF MY AGE. yoga proved that. and continues to
prove that everyday.
and in addition to that miracle…. i have continued on the life path that started
at a young age and continues by virtue of having this adopted family of
extraordinary people at tranquil space in my life, in my heart, in my soul and
being on the PATH with me throughout.
i am surrounded by goddesses! i'm blessed.
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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...
 jodi
knauer darlage
why is it that you tend to discover exactly
what you need at exactly the right moment? cosmic intervention perhaps? i
stepped into tranquil space almost 3 years ago with absolutely no knowledge of
vinyasa flow looking for a way to simply cross-train and not expecting much more
out of a yoga practice. during my first class, i found myself simultaneously
lost & mesmerized somewhere in between a downdog and ukatasana or perhaps it was
utananasa. remember, i was completely mystified. as i walked out of the studio
on p street several savasanas later the veil of mystification slowly began to
disappear and the experience that had washed over me continued to draw me back
in. and yes, i was positive there was some magical potion in the lavender
aromatherapy spray.
the quiet refuge of the studio certainly provided a nourishing break from my
daily grind and soon became my office lunch break. reflecting back on my first
classes with tranquil space i had no idea those initial experiences would
inspire me on my recent journey to become a teacher, let alone leave a great
company & marketing career this summer to pursue teaching. as i was considering
the transition, i came across a passage by b.k.s. iyengar, "this idea of a
ladder to be climbed, even if it is in some ways flawed certainly leads to
invidious comparisons between practitioners or the establishment of a hierarchy
of excellence, is pretty universal. yoga avoids this because all petals are
practiced simultaneously and form a composite whole." now, mr. iyengar perhaps
was not referring to the concept of a corporate ladder, but i felt those words,
at that moment in my life were meant for me.
the students, fellow teachers and staff unequivocally create the tranquil
community & experience at the studio. i feel humbled each day i have the
opportunity to take the seat of the teacher and i am compassionately inspired
daily by my fellow yogis & yoginis.
om shanti,
jodi
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 clothing, accessories, and
specialties
to enrich your life on and off the mat
the boutique at tranquil space carries 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, washingtonian, and washington post.
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greetings
from tranquility boutique manager marq few
 seasons
change and so does the boutique. you may have
noticed that each time you come into our new
home things look a bit different. kevin
waldorf-cruz, yoga teacher, head of teacher
training, and now visual merchandising
assistant, is helping invigorate the look of the
boutique. keep your eyes peeled for more changes
as we move into the holiday season.
new merchandise continues to come into the
boutique. very cute tunics and tops from trinity
have arrived. in beautiful colors right in time
for the fall, such as rust, cool blues and
purple.
i've been receiving requests for greeting cards
and our first batch has come in. made by some
cool ladies in massachusetts, curly girl design
has a whole line of yoga inspired cards. these
cards have inspirational quotes on the front
cover and are blank on the inside for your
personal note to friends and family.
as always, we keep mats in stock for your
practice here at the studio or at home. manduka,
home of the infamous black mat, have added some
new and exciting colors to their mat offerings.
the purple lite mat now is called the pro lite
series and comes in olive, pinot, apricot,
pacific and original purple. even the eko mats
have two new colors, coral and acai.
gearing up for the holiday season, we plan to
have a gift guide to help you with all your
shopping needs. there will be descriptions and
categories to aid in selecting the correct gift
for that special person in your life.
keeping with the gift giving and shopping theme,
we are currently taking applications for the
annual trunk show. this year's event will be
combined with the tranquil space holiday party.
mark your calendars for saturday, december 6,
2008.
as always, please send any comments, questions
or concerns to me at
marq@tranquilspace.com.
marq
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newsletter signup box.
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.
check out our karma
yoga corner updates
online or contact our karma yoga director
niyati shah
with any feedback or questions.
saturday, october 4
AIDS walk! join us: crystal rosario is leading our team
this year, search for "tranquil space Yogis" under the
team page to join
www.aidswalkwashington.org. the timed run begins
at 9am and the walk at 9:15, starting and ending at
Freedom Plaza. if you can't join us please consider
supporting your TS team with a small donation
sunday, october 5
walk for the Animals! this joint fundraiser between the
humane society of the united states and our local
Washington Humane Society raises money to care for
homeless pets, encourage adoption, and support humane
education. melissa van orman will lead a doga session on
the Mall, and this year we are hoping to recruit a team
of yogis to walk for our animal friends - sign up at the
studio or contact niya for more information
friday october 10 9:15-10:15 am
join carol collins for a charity yoga class to
benefit Yokid. YoKid is a non-profit organization whose
mission is to enable kids to foster self-awareness
through regular instruction in yoga and meditation.
Carol is helping to raise funds so that YoKid can
provide classes for FREE and REDUCED COSTS to DC area
students.
sunday, november 23 1-4 pm
adopt a pet at tranquil space! meet us at the studio for
our first adoption event: meet your new best friend and
fill out an application on a pup or kitty
(non-binding!), learn how to volunteer with us or foster
animals for WHS, donate a dollar or two, and much much
more! for more information go to
www.washhumane.org or call 202.576.6839. meet
your new best friend in your own backyard november 23rd!
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the spa at tranquil space invites you to enjoy 15% off an
ayurvedic consultation throughout the month of october!
ayurveda, the sister science of yoga, is an ancient indian healing art. one of
the key concepts of this healing system is the identification of a person's
constitutional body type (dosha) which will determine recommendations for diet
and lifestyle, as well as treatment. come by and visit anne, our resident
ayurvedic consultant, to discuss a course of wellness for your constitution as
the seasons shift!
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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
 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
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
77475 wisconsin ave, suite 8
bethesda, md 20814 |
tranquil space arlington
3260 wilson boulevard
arlington, virginia 22201 |
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