Camyoga has an exciting year looking forward as we are hosting some of the world's best

ashtanga teachers.  Nancy Gilgoff, John Scott, and David Swenson will all be joining us in 2012.  These teachers are not to be missed. All three have long histories of study with the late Patthabi Jois. Gilgoff and Swenson are both largely responsible for spreading ashtanga to the west during the 1970's.

Nancy Gilgoffwill be here June 23 and 24 for Intensive

ashtanga workshops.  She travels all the way from Maui.   John Scott  joins us September 7 - 9 to bring us inward to a transformative practice.  David Swensonreturns to Camyoga November 28 for a fun-filled exploration of yoga.

Don't miss the chance to study and learn from these fabulous teachers and practitioners. You can find both led and mysore style ashtanga classes on the Camyoga schedule to guide you through the primary series.  We are aslo pleased to welcome Gunveer Muhandru as our newest ashtanga teacher.

"Practice and all is coming" ~Sri. K. Patthabi Jois

Yoga Stops Traffic Videos

Did you miss the global event, Yoga Stops Traffic?  Take a peak at the Camyoga students doing their part in 108 sun salutations.  We raised money for the charity, Odanadi Seva Trust in an effort to stop human trafficking in India.  Thank you to all who donated money, time, and sweat.

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Help us put an end to human trafficking in India with the global event, Yoga Stops Traffick.  All monies donated go to the Obanadi Seva Trust. Camyoga is one of many studios around world that will be partaking in this event.  Unroll your mat and join in 108 sun salutations to raise money and awareness. The event kicks off at 2pm and you can join in or just come and watch or donate.  All are welcome. Check out some pictures of the preparations in Mysore.  The salutations will be led by Obanadi residents at the Mysore Palace:

Camyoga is excited to be hosting an art exhibition by Susi Watson launching Saturday April 17 from 19:00 - 21:00 and lasting till April 24. In this art series, Remembering What We Know, Susi explores questions and insights that she has encountered over the past year, during her transition from America to the UK and her practice at CamYoga. 'Remembering what you know' is all about transformation, embracing change and following your dreams.

Many of us in Cambridge can relate to the transition of moving to a new place and taking up life in new surroundings. Camyoga itself has become a hub for transformation  and exploration into deeper self-knowledge.

The series is an opportunity for us to reflect on questions and images, in the hope that it may: - ignite an intention during practice - encourage nourishing conversation - inspire us to visualize our own questions, answers or ideas - further our own practice, whatever our passion may be.

Find out more about Susi at her website

Our first donation day of 2012 was a huge success.  We raised more money than we ever have before to give to our charities. Thank you to everyone who came out and gave generously.  We hope you enjoyed the full day of fantastic classes all by Camyoga teachers donating their time.  The day finished with a fantastic satsang with Mark Stevens.

All the money you gave is going directly to Camfed, Arthur Rank Hospice, and Freedom from Fistula.

Did you try the cupcakes?

The First Donation Day for 2012 is coming up soon.  Right after the new year we will have a full day of classes all by donation.  Mark your calendar for this event on January 7.  We had posted our first two charities: Circus Starr and Freedom for Fistula.  We sought your input for our third charity.  With your suggestions we decided on Camfed. Camfed's Mission:

"Camfed fights poverty and HIV/AIDS in Africa by educating girls and empowering women to become leaders of change. Our goal: To improve the lives of two million children by 2013."

Thank you all for your suggestions and we look forward to seeing you at our donation day!

We have just put our next donation day schedule together for the new year.  Please join us on January 7^th 2012 for a full day of classes all on a donation basis.  All monies will be given to charity.  This day's donations will be going to Circus Starr (Arthur Rank Hospice) and Freedom for Fistula, as well as one more charity which we haven't chosen yet.  What are your thoughts for the third charity?  We would love to hear. Check out the full day of classes!

Studio 1

10am – Beginners Flow – Rachael Moore

11.15am - Acro yoga – Howard Daly

12.30pm – Ashtanga Introduction – Emma Lindsay

1.45pm – Yoga open level – Anna Jackson

3pm - Restorative Yoga - Anna Jackson

Studio 2

8.30am – Ashtanga – Howard Daly

10am – Detox Flow – Louise Lloyd

11.15am - Yoga Open Level - Nikki Davies

12.30pm - 1.45pm – Hot Yoga – Jennifer Hersch

2pm - 3.15pm – Hot Yoga - Pilar Carrillo

3.45pm – Jivamukti – Mark Stevens

5pm – Satsang – Mark Stevens

"No act of kindness, however small, is ever wasted."

-Aesop

Whether you dabble in  ashtanga or make it a daily practice, the primary series is a lifelong journey.  It unfolds day by day and piece by piece.  As a set series, the system allows for self-practice and a deep understanding of moving within.

"Practice and all is coming"

-Sri K. pattabhi Jois

Camyoga is a excited to welcome Alan O'leary for a weekend of ashtanga workshops in January. Alan teaches Italian Culture at Leeds University and yoga as a balance to his life.  He brings with him experience in the ashtanga intermediate series and from his time spent in the Shala in Mysore.

His first workshop will be on building strength and stamina in the Primary series and is open to ashtanga practitioners of all levels. The next day's workshop will be on making the second series more accessible.  Non-dogmatic in his approach, Alan will  dispel fear and help you find the ways to approach the primary and second series challenges with confidence and fun.

Alan will also be hosting our Camyoga social evening following his first workshop on Saturday January 21.  We will screen the film, "Guru" featuring the late Pattabhi Jois, and have a talk around the tradition of ashtanga yoga in Mysore.

Don't miss these great workshops and discussion.  Further your ashtanga practice and gain new insight into this tradition.

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New to ashtanga?  Get your feet wet in one of our ashtanga led classes.  Then come along to mysore in the mornings. You will be taught how to build your self-practice. Check out the Camyoga schedule for all of our ashtanga classes with Camyoga's own, Howard Daly and Emma Lindsay.

Yogis flocked to Louise Lloyd's and Mark Stevens' classes at the London Yoga show last weekend.  The vibe was upbeat as people from all over joined in the sharing of yoga.  Camyoga and Yogiwear were there all weekend spreading the word on Cambridge yoga!

Michael Gannon, having finished his amazing workshops at Camyoga, was there giving instruction on finding the ever elusive bandhas.  He demonstrated his bandhas at work with a pick up and lift into handstand!

An inspiring and intriguing collection of booths and retailers kept everyone milling about for the weekend. The Yogathon on Saturday had yogis doing sun salutations for nearly three hours!  Camyoga teacher training student Marion Poerio raised money for the rainforest with her yogathon contributions. Well done.

Look for Yogiwear's new collection in Camyoga coming soon. Looking forward to seeing everyone at next year's yoga show.

Join Andrea this Saturday, August 27th,  for her next Jivamukti masterclass.  This 2 hour class from 10:00 - 12:00 will be inspired by the Hatha Yoga Pradipika.  This Yogic text covers topics such as asanas, pranayama, chakras, bandhas, kriyas, nadhis, and mudras.

Don't worry if you don't fancy yourself a yogic scholar.  Andrea's well rounded classes are dynamic, physical, inspired, and thoughtful.

Camyoga hosts Andrea once a month for a series of masterclasses and this one is sure to be a sellout.  She has an advanced certification in Jivamukti as well as certification in yin and restorative yoga.

Don't miss this one!  Sign up here

Donation day this past Saturday was a huge success as we raised £737 for charities!  Thank you for your support.  The monies are being equally donated to Tiba Africa Foundation, Peace Boat, and Arthur Rank House. Enjoy these pictures from our great day!

Saturday August 13 is Donation Day at Camyoga.  We are donating all money to three wonderful charities, some close to home and others global.  The teachers will be donating their time.  Here is where your donations will go:

Arthur Rank Hospice Charity Providing specialist palliative care in Cambridgeshire

Tiba Africa Foundation Helping to reshape communities and the lives of individuals in Kenya through transformational breath.

Peace Boat an organisation directly involved in the Japanese earthquake relief.

You just simply make a donation and can attend as many classes as you like. Everyone is welcome, and it is a great opportinuty to introduce new people to the centre, or to try out new classes you have been wondering about! The cafe will be open all day.

Here is the schedule:

• Studio 1 10am Beginners yoga - Rachael Moore 11.15am Pilates - Howard 12.30pm Nia - Nicola Price 1.45pm Kids yoga - Howard 3pm Acro yoga - Howard
• Studio 2 8.30am Ashtanga - Howard 10am level 2/3 flow - Pilar 11.15am detox open flow - Louise Lloyd 12.30pm Restorative yoga - Beverley 1.45pm Beginners yoga - Nikki Davies 3pm Jivamukti - Mark 4.15pm satsang - Mark

Please spread the word..........

Bring a partner or fly solo.  This class will blend yoga, acrobatics, and some therapeutic thai massage. Partnering in yoga can build trust, playfulness, and fun.  Find support in inversions, backbends, and stretches.  Also learn to spot, assist, and fly someone yourself.  Through alignment and technique flying can be comfortable and therapeutic for both parties.  Our resident man of steel, Howard, will be teaching you the ropes every Saturday at 16:00 starting July 30.

If you are curious, come check it out!  Many people will be new to this fun and exciting practice. Be prepared to play...

Camyoga got out and about this weekend...into the Sweaty Betty Shop window to be exact. We amazed some small children and tourists, while frightening other passers-by as they realized the mannequins were alive. It was a busy and beautiful afternoon in Cambridge market square and we did draw interest.

Yoga has definitely gone mainstream as it hits the High Street. And it's not just for sweaty betties...it's for sweaty boys too (you just won't find your kit at Sweaty Betty).

I wonder in what other crazy places yoga will crop up?

This past weekend students turned their worlds‚ upside down...literally.  Beverley Nolan gave a master class on this master pose, headstand (salamba sirsasana). While the health benefits are vast, the pose can be daunting. Don't worry you are not the only one! Beverley broke down the alignment points and techniques needed for going upside down safely and with confidence.

Looking at the body's alignment before coming up in the pose is important to having a safe headstand. Beverley had students lying on the floor looking at the alignment of the body and the natural imbalances unique to each person. Students helped each other make small but crucial adjustments to their body's alignment. After some preparatory work, students were ready to engage their cores and come up into headstand with legs together.

Some Benefits of headstand are:

• Calms the nervous system (relieves stress)
• Regulates the pituitary and pineal glands (balances hormones)
• Stimulates the brain with fresh oxygenated blood
• Improves digestion
• Builds strength in the arms, legs, and core

Headstand is a pose that takes time and practice to develop. If you missed the workshop, check out one of Beverley's Friday classes and fine tune your practice.

Namaste!