Monday, March 9, 2009

Practicing Yoga during this financial crisis

Are you finding it hard to spend money these days due to your job situation or worry about your financial future? What are your priorities when you decide to spend money at a time like this? For me, as a yoga instructor and a daily practitioner, I really can't imagine doing away with my YOGA. It is what keeps me sane and relaxed in the middle of all this chaos. I also know that there aren't too many things out there that cost $15 or less, that will give me an hour of sanity. If I can take a one-hour yoga class for only $15 or less when I buy a frequent class pass, I think it is well worth it. Everyone needs to take care of themselves, especially during these stressful times. As I have always said and experienced, there isn't a lot out there that will give you physical, mental, and emotional benefits like yoga does. Remember, it is more than a physical practice. It is a LIFESTYLE.
When I think of the things I find to be a priority no matter what, they are eating healthy and exercising. These are the things that will keep you going not just for yourself but for your family. When you are happy and in harmony, your family can be too.

Thursday, March 5, 2009

FREE YOGA TALK

Date: Saturday, March 21, 2009
Time: 2:00 PM
Place: Down the Garden Path
Address: 2108 Arlington Ave., Upper Arlington, OH 43221

Come join us to talk about the following topics:
  • Kathy's yoga journey: How and why I started yoga and how it has helped me in my every day life
  • Breathing exercises: Tips on how to help you stay calm in the midst of chaos
  • Yoga Demos: Vinyasa Yoga and Yin Yoga
  • Question & Answer Session

Friday, February 27, 2009

March 2009 Yoga Sessions in Worthington, Ohio

Mondays, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Dates: March 9, 16, 23
Level: Beginner & Intermediate Students
Vinyasa Yoga: An active and challenging class including breath- synchronized movement through a series of postures that cleanse and strengthen the body while focusing and calming the mind. Though the classes can be quite vigorous, time will be spent in each class on pranayama and relaxation.

Thursdays, 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Dates: March 12, 19, 26
Level: Beginner & Intermediate Students
Yin-Yang Yoga: This class is the perfect balance of Vinyasa and Yin Yoga. Experience an active and heated practice to tone and strengthen the body, while synchronizing the breath with movement. As a great compliment, release further tension from the body and stimulate the flow of chi (energy) by holding floor postures for 3-5 minutes.

Monthly Pricing for March Session:
$72 for 6-class pass ($12 per class)
$37.50 for 3-class pass ($12.50 per class)
$15 for drop-in / single class

Please call or email to register for class:
614-271-3913
kathy@katicayoga.com

Thursday, February 19, 2009

TehKu - Tea Company

This afternoon, I had the most wonderful time meeting a friend for lunch and tea at TehKu in Dublin, Ohio. My friend, Katie, had been talking to me about this quaint tea location, and we finally had the chance to go together. We shared a pot of Sunset Chai, and it was delicious and soothing. Our lunch consisted of a potato and mushroom soup made with tea broth and a grilled cheese sandwich. What an idea. It was yummy!
I highly recommend you visit TehKu Tea Company located at 55 South High Street in Dublin, Ohio. Their website is www.TehKu.com
Enjoy! They have all their tea choices on the counter for you to smell before ordering. The service was great! Congrats to Inggrie and Jon-Michael for opening up such a wonderful place. I am already looking forward to my next visit.

Wednesday, February 11, 2009

Happy Valentine's Day

For all of my blog readers, I want to wish you a Happy Valentine's Day. I hope you have something special planned this weekend, whether it is with your spouse, significant other, friends, family, or a combination of all.

I am looking forward to my "surprise" date with my husband of 11 1/2 years. This will be the 17th Valentine's Day we celebrate together since we started dating in 1991 and married in 1997. Wow!!! That is a long time.

Doug, thank you for making every Valentine's Day so special. I love you!!!

Tuesday, February 10, 2009

Yin Yoga Teacher Training with Sarah Powers

I recently attended the Sarah Powers Yin Yoga Teacher Training in Miami Beach. It was wonderful! I highly recommend taking a workshop or training with her if you get the chance. Her presence is calming and her knowledge of the meridians is extensive. Training with her has really inspired me to continue learning more about this wonderful practice. As soon as I got back home, I started to practice the kidney and liver sequences. I feel a strong urge to share this information with my students, family, and friends, and they all seem thankful for it.
I have been practicing Yin Yoga consistently, almost every day, for the last year, and have really grown to appreciate this practice. I asked Sarah if it was possible, with a consistant Yin Yoga practice, to replace my acupuncture treatments, and she said "yes." The best thing for me has been to interweave my yoga practice with Chinese medicine, and now that I have my Yin Yoga practice, I feel I have found a wonderful balance.
I continue to teach my Yin-Yang Yoga classes, combining the practices of Vinyasa and Yin Yoga. The students seem to enjoy the harmony of both practices. I LOVE YIN YOGA!

Sunday, February 8, 2009

Partner Yoga Workshop

Date: Sunday, February 15, 2009
Time: 12:00 - 2:00 PM
Place: The Yoga Factory
Address: 223B East Broadway, Westerville, OH 43081
Pricing: $35 per couple or $25 per person
Taught by: Kathy and Doug Yannucci
To register, please contact: The Yoga Factory at (614) 891-8866