“The best place to be is exactly where you are.” – Anonymous (This week's newsletter was composed by our dynamic on-demand teacher and full time writer Elinor Cohen. Check out her Instagram HERE and her amazingly empowering advanced & intermediate sessions on our on-demand archives.) When it comes to matters of mat placement, there’s a general consensus among most yogis: we all have a favorite spot. Whether it’s the front and center or the coveted back corner, our go-to spots are precious. Ask a fellow yogi why a spot is their favorite and some might have an answer. I don’t want anyone looking at me; I need to see what other people are doing; I prefer to be by the window. Others might say I don’t really know; I just like it here. While a variety of factors are at play, where you put your mat may say something about your mentality. YogaJournal recently published an article looking to unpack the reasoning behind mat placement in the yoga room. What they found was that where you put your mat may say more about you than you realized.
THE FRONT Yogis who march to the front of the room typically feel uninhibited by others in the space. They tend to be confident in their practice and trust that they can rely on the teacher’s verbal cuing as well as their own experience. Another reason some yogis opt for the front row is to eliminate comparison. Sure, fellow yogis are beside you but the constant reminder of what others’ asana looks like is quite literally out of sight…and therefore, perhaps out of mind. Many find that being in the front reduces distractions and enhances their ability to dive inward. THE BACK Newcomers, observers, or those with a bit less confidence in their physical practice tend to gravitate towards the back of the room. This makes sense, especially if coming to yoga feels outside the norm to begin with. On the flip side, there may be a certain sense of confidence to setting up in the back. The back row bunch don’t need others to see how they’re flowing; they are secure in the poses they choose to practice. Additionally, being in the back may encourage some yogis to try out new poses they would otherwise avoid. The perception of fewer eyes on them may help practitioners experiment in unexpected ways. THE MIDDLE Middle-of-the-room yogis make up the majority of the class. Left to take in all the sights, sounds, and sweat of their surroundings, these practitioners are immersed in it all. The energy in the middle of the room tends to be that of the middle of a dance floor. Neither a follower nor a leader in this sense, middle-room yogis embrace the pack. These yogis tend to trust their practices, especially if they’re doing inversions or arm balances in the center of the room. Still, they tend to appreciate the inspiration that is all around them and may use it to challenge themselves. THE OUTLIERS Of course, there will always be those yoga rebels who throw caution to the wind and will set up wherever there’s an open rectangle. May we all aspire to be like these yogis, as they are able to practice true mental flexibility, an area in which we could all grow. Whether in the front, middle, back, or off to the side, the next time you roll out your mat, know that wherever you place it is exactly where you’re supposed to be. ON-DEMAND ACCESS OPTION Now you can subscribe to on-demand only and get access to our ever-changing archive of pre-recorded sessions. For $70 you get 30-days of on-demand accessibility. This package does not include live scheduled sessions. Upon payment, class access begins. PRIVATES: ONE-TO-ONE WORK! If you want to set up any private sessions or events, please contact me through email. You can learn more about privates: CLICK HERE! SINGLE CLASSES We've added single class purchases to our on-demand offerings. How does it work? A $17 payment will give you access to a single pre-recorded class with Victor or anyone on his staff. The private link with unique access code will give you entry to that class, which you can load anytime you want. You'll have 24-hours of unlimited access to that class. No refunds, returns and you must use that class within 24-hours of receiving it before it expires. You can request a teacher on our on-demand options... featuring Demetra Kentrotas (@d_meetch), Leanne McDermott ( @leannerays ), Elinor Cohen ( @elinorraerigby) and others. YOGA AT OHHHMMM LIVE VIRTUAL SCHEDULE: MONDAY: 10/16/2023 No Classes TUESDAY: 10/17/2023 6:30 am -- Sunrise Vinyasa 12:00 pm -- Flow Yoga WEDNESDAY: 10/18/2023 6:30 am -- Sunrise Vinyasa THURSDAY: 10/19/2023 6:30 am -- Sunrise Vinyasa 12:00 pm -- Flow Yoga FRIDAY: 10/20/2023 6:45 am -- Vinyasa 12:00 pm -- Flow Yoga SATURDAY: 10/21/2023 8:30 am -- Sweat Fest Yoga SUNDAY: 10/22/2023 9:00 am -- Vinyasa Yoga *ALL CLASSES EST *SESSIONS 45/60 MINUTES *WAIVER STATEMENT: I understand that I must be in good physical health to participate in these classes, that my participation may cause an injury and that I should consult with my physician before I take a class. I am taking these classes at my own risk. I waive any claim for personal injury and any other damages that I may have against the school, studio and/or the teachers who are offering these classes. REGULAR RATES:(when submitting payment, in note section state email for delivery of services)
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"Yoga begins right where I am – not where I was yesterday or where I long to be." -- Linda Sparrowe Fall is the season of transitioning and change.
Yoga is the journey of the self. If we connect our heart and soul to our practice, it can help us to learn life lessons and to embrace changes in the workplace or elsewhere with a lot more ease. The transition toward the cooler Autumn season allows us to harness our energy and create a calmer, more regular rhythm for optimal health during the upcoming Fall and Winter. Poses like tree and warriors (1,2,3) are wonderful poses to find balance and help us accept all the challenges and changes with grace and dignity. The winds of change blow strong in the fall, but if we can learn to be steady and well grounded like in tree, and also sway with the wind without resisting it, we will be resilient like a warrior. While the tree pose teaches us to get the right balance between steadiness and swaying, the warrior pose teaches us to be ready for everything. What gives strength to the tree against the wind is its roots. While pursuing our dreams, challenging times may come. But if we remain rooted with our yogic values, they will provide us necessary support and strength to power through seasonal shifts. ON-DEMAND ACCESS OPTION Now you can subscribe to on-demand only and get access to our ever-changing archive of pre-recorded sessions. For $70 you get 30-days of on-demand accessibility. This package does not include live scheduled sessions. Upon payment, class access begins. PRIVATES: ONE-TO-ONE WORK! If you want to set up any private sessions or events, please contact me through email. You can learn more about privates: CLICK HERE! SINGLE CLASSES We've added single class purchases to our on-demand offerings. How does it work? A $17 payment will give you access to a single pre-recorded class with Victor or anyone on his staff. The private link with unique access code will give you entry to that class, which you can load anytime you want. You'll have 24-hours of unlimited access to that class. No refunds, returns and you must use that class within 24-hours of receiving it before it expires. You can request a teacher on our on-demand options... featuring Demetra Kentrotas (@d_meetch), Leanne McDermott ( @leannerays ), Elinor Cohen ( @elinorraerigby) and others. YOGA AT OHHHMMM LIVE VIRTUAL SCHEDULE: MONDAY: 10/9/2023 6:30 am -- Sunrise Vinyasa TUESDAY: 10/10/2023 6:30 am -- Sunrise Vinyasa 12:00 pm -- Flow Yoga WEDNESDAY: 10/11/2023 6:30 am -- Sunrise Vinyasa THURSDAY: 10/12/2023 6:30 am -- Sunrise Vinyasa 12:00 pm -- Flow Yoga FRIDAY: 10/13/2023 6:45 am -- Vinyasa 12:00 pm -- Flow Yoga SATURDAY: 10/14/2023 8:30 am -- Sweat Fest Yoga SUNDAY: 10/15/2023 9:00 am -- Vinyasa Yoga *ALL CLASSES EST *SESSIONS 45/60 MINUTES *WAIVER STATEMENT: I understand that I must be in good physical health to participate in these classes, that my participation may cause an injury and that I should consult with my physician before I take a class. I am taking these classes at my own risk. I waive any claim for personal injury and any other damages that I may have against the school, studio and/or the teachers who are offering these classes. REGULAR RATES:(when submitting payment, in note section state email for delivery of services)
PAYMENT: VENMO -- @Vicyasa Paypal -- Victor@YogawithVictor.com NAMASTE, Victor Cotto www.YogaWithVictor.com Instagram: CottoVic Facebook: Yoga With Victor - Vicyasa™ THE RIGHT VS. WRONG OF YOGA POSES“Everything you’re sure is right can be wrong in another place.”- Barbara Kingsolver, Author (This week's newsletter was composed by our dynamic on-demand teacher and full time writer Elinor Cohen. Check out her Instagram HERE and her amazingly empowering advanced & intermediate sessions on our on-demand archives.) The other day I found myself adjustring a student in their chaturanga. Their elbows remained wide as they lowered down, as one might do in a traditional push-up. I offered a "hug your elbows in towards the midline" cue until they got it, but doing so gave me pause. This was the way I had always been taught to do chaturanga, but so what? Was there really a right vs. wrong way to do it? For that matter, is there always a right vs. wrong way to do any pose? To back up a bit, there are indeed correct and incorrect forms of alignment. After all, yoga isn't a free-for- all. There are right and wrong ways to do poses, but that doesn't mean deviation is not allowed or even encouraged. The correct way to do a pose is the way that will keep you safe and promote a sustainable practice for the long term. Let's take chaturanga, for example. We hug our elbows in to reduce the load on our shoulders. We shift forward before we bend 90 degrees to protect the rotator cuffs. We keep our lower bellies engaged and our entire cores activated to protect the low back. It's not just about aesthetics – there is a visual component to it, but the purpose is for safety and strength. Now let's take another pose, like Warrior one.Traditionally taught with narrow feet, this pose can easily lead to one collapsing into their lower back or forcing an unnatural heel to heel alignment. The original yogis may have stood with a narrower stance when they first practiced it back in the day, but now it is quite common to see people widen their feet, sometimes even mat's width. Is that still Warrior one? Is it correct? It sure is! As long as the back heel is grounded at a 45 degree angle and the front knee is bending towards 90 degrees; as long as the front hip is drawing back and the back hip is drawing forward, it's still Warrior one. Yoga isn't about being 100% correct all the time. Yes, there are rules, guidelines, parameters...whatever you want to call them. But there is also wiggle room within those rules. ON-DEMAND ACCESS OPTION Now you can subscribe to on-demand only and get access to our ever-changing archive of pre-recorded sessions. For $70 you get 30-days of on-demand accessibility. This package does not include live scheduled sessions. Upon payment, class access begins. PRIVATES: ONE-TO-ONE WORK! If you want to set up any private sessions or events, please contact me through email. You can learn more about privates: CLICK HERE! SINGLE CLASSES We've added single class purchases to our on-demand offerings. How does it work? A $17 payment will give you access to a single pre-recorded class with Victor or anyone on his staff. The private link with unique access code will give you entry to that class, which you can load anytime you want. You'll have 24-hours of unlimited access to that class. No refunds, returns and you must use that class within 24-hours of receiving it before it expires. You can request a teacher on our on-demand options... featuring Demetra Kentrotas (@d_meetch), Leanne McDermott ( @leannerays ), Elinor Cohen ( @elinorraerigby) and others. YOGA AT OHHHMMM LIVE VIRTUAL SCHEDULE: MONDAY: 10/2/2023 TUESDAY: 10/3/2023
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PAYMENT: VENMO -- @Vicyasa Paypal -- Victor@YogawithVictor.com NAMASTE, Victor Cotto www.YogaWithVictor.com Instagram: CottoVic Facebook: Yoga With Victor - Vicyasa™ “Calmness is a bed where flowers grow.” #Namaste! We hear it in class, we say it post-class, but do we know what it means? Namaste is an ancient Sanskrit word with Hindu roots that dates all the way back to the Vedic period. It’s an expression that has been used for thousands of years and while Namaste has many different translations and uses, it is above all an expression of respect. Namaste is a declaration of appreciation, a non-contact expression and respect towards another person, entity or deity. It can be used as a hello greeting and even as a goodbye, so you might say Namaste upon meeting someone, or before parting ways. It is derived from two key Sanskrit words: Namah: bow, adoration, salutation Te: to you Are you ready to honor yourself and others with a Namaste greeting, but you’re not sure how to express it correctly? The good news: there is no ‘right’ way to say Namaste, as long as it is being used as an expression of reverence, respect and gratitude. It is a three-syllable word that is pronounced naah – muh – stay. Just like chanting Om, you may or may not feel comfortable bowing and saying Namaste at the end of a yoga class. Only you can decide if incorporating Namaste into your practice and interactions with others makes sense. You can most certainly convey the intention behind Namaste without ever speaking the word, if you so choose. Just like your asana practice, honor yourself, and meet yourself where you are. If and when you’re ready to say Namaste, you’ll know. ANOTHA' ONE... Victor Vicyasa™ Cotto has landed @omyogamagazine... issue 146, October 2023. Here's a link to the online feature: CLICK HERE. A big shout out to all the supporters worldwide, all the yogis that have flowed with me for 10+ years, whether online on my internationally recognized yoga platform or in person, in studios, private clients and corporate accounts or in retreats, in NYC, Greece, and everywhere in between. Much much love to OM MAGAZINE: First published in November 2009, OM Yoga magazine has become the most popular yoga title in the UK. Available from all major supermarkets, independents and newsstands across the UK and worldwide. Also available on all digital platforms. Follow them: @omyogamagazine & go to www.ommagazine.com.
ON-DEMAND ACCESS OPTION Now you can subscribe to on-demand only and get access to our ever-changing archive of pre-recorded sessions. For $70 you get 30-days of on-demand accessibility. This package does not include live scheduled sessions. Upon payment, class access begins. PRIVATES: ONE-TO-ONE WORK! If you want to set up any private sessions or events, please contact me through email. You can learn more about privates: CLICK HERE! SINGLE CLASSES We've added single class purchases to our on-demand offerings. How does it work? A $17 payment will give you access to a single pre-recorded class with Victor or anyone on his staff. The private link with unique access code will give you entry to that class, which you can load anytime you want. You'll have 24-hours of unlimited access to that class. No refunds, returns and you must use that class within 24-hours of receiving it before it expires. You can request a teacher on our on-demand options... featuring Demetra Kentrotas (@d_meetch), Leanne McDermott ( @leannerays ), Elinor Cohen ( @elinorraerigby) and others. YOGA AT OHHHMMM LIVE VIRTUAL SCHEDULE: MONDAY: 9/25/2023
*ALL CLASSES EST *SESSIONS 45/60 MINUTES *WAIVER STATEMENT: I understand that I must be in good physical health to participate in these classes, that my participation may cause an injury and that I should consult with my physician before I take a class. I am taking these classes at my own risk. I waive any claim for personal injury and any other damages that I may have against the school, studio and/or the teachers who are offering these classes. REGULAR RATES:(when submitting payment, in note section state email for delivery of services)
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Victor Vicyasa™ Cotto has landed @omyogamagazine... issue 146, October 2023. Here's a link to the online feature: CLICK HERE. A big shout out to all the supporters worldwide, all the yogis that have flowed with me for 10+ years, whether online on my internationally recognized yoga platform or in person, in studios, private clients and corporate accounts or in retreats, in NYC, Greece, and everywhere in between. Much much love to OM MAGAZINE: First published in November 2009, OM Yoga magazine has become the most popular yoga title in the UK. Available from all major supermarkets, independents and newsstands across the UK and worldwide. Also available on all digital platforms. Follow them: @omyogamagazine & go to www.ommagazine.com. Loads of love to all the sponsors that have always supported, and the current studios that allow me to bring the joy, love and connection of yoga to the masses. NAMASTE, Victor Cotto www.YogaWithVictor.com Instagram: CottoVic Facebook: Yoga With Victor - Vicyasa™ AM I A YOGI? “I am not the body. I am not even the mind.” - Sadhguru (This week's newsletter was composed by our dynamic on-demand teacher and full time writer Elinor Cohen. Check out her Instagram HERE and her amazingly empowering advanced & intermediate sessions on our on-demand archives.) Have you ever thought to yourself, “Am I a yogi?” It might seem like a loaded question. What constitutes calling yourself a yogi? What do you have to do to earn that title? Is someone who practices yoga once a week a yogi? Do you have to practice every day to qualify? Do you have to sit for hours in silence and abide by all of the yogic principles in order to be worthy?
The answer is that you have to define it for yourself. One could practice asana every single day, know the Bhagavad Gita inside and out, have memorized all the yamas and the niyamas... but if they get rattled every time a beginner comes to class, or if they get irritated when things aren't done their way, are they a yogi? Perhaps not yet. To be a yogi is to practice unity. To practice yoga is to yolk, to unite; uniting body, mind, and breath with your inner spirit. How this looks could change each day. Some days you may be more yogic than others. There is no definite answer to the question of, “Am I a yogi?” Instead, see it as an opportunity for thought. Am I a yogi? Well, do you want to be one? If so and if you feel that you're not one yet, what steps can you take to become one? Maybe it's practicing a bit more kindness towards others on a daily basis. Maybe it's fostering a sense of community within your yoga studio. Maybe it's practicing asana more often. With this question, don't stress. Just get curious. PRIVATES: ONE-TO-ONE WORK! If you want to set up any private sessions or events, please contact me through email. You can learn more about privates: CLICK HERE! SINGLE CLASSES We've added single class purchases to our on-demand offerings. How does it work? A $17 payment will give you access to a single pre-recorded class with Victor or anyone on his staff. The private link with unique access code will give you entry to that class, which you can load anytime you want. You'll have 24-hours of unlimited access to that class. No refunds, returns and you must use that class within 24-hours of receiving it before it expires. You can request a teacher on our on-demand options... featuring Demetra Kentrotas (@d_meetch), Leanne McDermott ( @leannerays ), Elinor Cohen ( @elinorraerigby) and others. ON-DEMAND ACCESS OPTION Now you can subscribe to on-demand only and get access to our ever-changing archive of pre-recorded sessions. For $70 you get 30-days of on-demand accessibility. This package does not include live scheduled sessions. Upon payment, class access begins. COMING SOON... Yoga with Victor's mentorship program for teachers looking to sharpen their tools and hone in on varying skills that will make you more proficient at sequencing, teaching anatomy, or widening their skill set to become a successful instructor and craft your own business model. YOGA AT OHHHMMM LIVE VIRTUAL SCHEDULE: MONDAY: 9/18/2023 6:30 am -- Sunrise Vinyasa TUESDAY: 9/19/2023 6:30 am -- Sunrise Vinyasa 12:00 pm -- Flow Yoga WEDNESDAY: 9/20/2023 6:30 am -- Sunrise Vinyasa THURSDAY: 9/21/2023 6:30 am -- Sunrise Vinyasa 12:00 pm -- Flow Yoga FRIDAY: 9/22/2023 6:45 am -- Vinyasa 12:00 pm -- Flow Yoga SATURDAY: 9/23/2023 8:30 am -- Sweat Fest Yoga SUNDAY: 9/24/2023 9:00 am -- Vinyasa Yoga *ALL CLASSES EST *SESSIONS 45/60 MINUTES *WAIVER STATEMENT: I understand that I must be in good physical health to participate in these classes, that my participation may cause an injury and that I should consult with my physician before I take a class. I am taking these classes at my own risk. I waive any claim for personal injury and any other damages that I may have against the school, studio and/or the teachers who are offering these classes. REGULAR RATES:(when submitting payment, in note section state email for delivery of services)
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Fall is the season of transition & change... If we observe & spend time with nature during this beautiful season, it can teach us life-transforming lessons of acceptance, balance, letting go, surrender & reset. If we can adopt these in times of change, the change will be enjoyable. Yoga is the journey of the self. If we connect our heart and soul to our practice, it can help us to learn these life lessons and to embrace changes with a lot more ease. ACCEPT CHANGE AND IMPERMANENCE: The changing fall foliage leaves us wonderstruck, reminding us that change is the nature of life and change is beautiful. Admiring the changing leaves helps us be open to the surprises of nature and the inevitable twists and turns in our life. It also means having faith that some supreme power always protects us in all the transitions of life. LET GO AND SURRENDER: The equal division of day and night also reflects autumn’s lesson to relinquish and to harvest. Autumn is a season that invites us to consider releasing and surrendering what no longer serves us or what gets in the way of being present to the sacredness of each moment. It is the time to reflect and surrender our masks and become more truly who we already are. As the leaves change their shades to unfold their true colors, let us consider changing the things, habits, beliefs, and attitudes that cover our true nature. PRIVATES: ONE-TO-ONE WORK! If you want to set up any private sessions or events, please contact me through email. You can learn more about privates: CLICK HERE! SINGLE CLASSES We've added single class purchases to our on-demand offerings. How does it work? A $17 payment will give you access to a single pre-recorded class with Victor or anyone on his staff. The private link with unique access code will give you entry to that class, which you can load anytime you want. You'll have 24-hours of unlimited access to that class. No refunds, returns and you must use that class within 24-hours of receiving it before it expires. You can request a teacher on our on-demand options... featuring Demetra Kentrotas (@d_meetch), Leanne McDermott ( @leannerays ), Elinor Cohen ( @elinorraerigby) and others. COMING SOON... Yoga with Victor's mentorship program for teachers looking to sharpen their tools and hone in on varying skills that will make you more proficient at sequencing, teaching anatomy, or widening their skill set to become a successful instructor and craft your own business model. YOGA AT OHHHMMM LIVE VIRTUAL SCHEDULE: MONDAY: 9/11/2023 6:30 am -- Sunrise Vinyasa TUESDAY: 9/12/2023 6:30 am -- Sunrise Vinyasa 12:00 pm -- Flow Yoga WEDNESDAY: 9/13/2023 6:30 am -- Sunrise Vinyasa THURSDAY: 9/14/2023 6:30 am -- Sunrise Vinyasa 12:00 pm -- Flow Yoga FRIDAY: 9/15/2023 6:45 am -- Vinyasa 12:00 pm -- Flow Yoga SATURDAY: 9/16/2023 8:30 am -- Sweat Fest Yoga SUNDAY: 9/17/2023 9:00 am -- Vinyasa Yoga *ALL CLASSES EST *SESSIONS 45/60 MINUTES *WAIVER STATEMENT: I understand that I must be in good physical health to participate in these classes, that my participation may cause an injury and that I should consult with my physician before I take a class. I am taking these classes at my own risk. I waive any claim for personal injury and any other damages that I may have against the school, studio and/or the teachers who are offering these classes. REGULAR RATES:(when submitting payment, in note section state email for delivery of services)
PAYMENT: VENMO -- @Vicyasa Paypal -- Victor@YogawithVictor.com NAMASTE, Victor Cotto www.YogaWithVictor.com Instagram: CottoVic Facebook: Yoga With Victor - Vicyasa™ “Beautify your inner dialogue. Beautify your inner world with love light and compassion. Life will be beautiful.” Ahimsa is a Sanskrit word that means "non-violence" and it is the foundation of all yogic philosophy. Defined as not having any desire to harm anyone or anything, either physically or psychologically, including ourselves when moving mindfully on our mat. It is a process of self-control, self-awareness and awareness of everything that is around you. If you harm someone intentionally, even when it is just in thought, you have lost control of your mind and you are in imbalance with yourself. Violence means moving away from your true nature and practicing ahimsa simply means coming closer to who you really are. As we begin to wind down this Summer, bring to light the practice of non-violence beyond the mat. Take note on how you feel when approaching your asana practice and invite more meaningful movement and process self control and be completely aware of what serves you in the moment as we move into the Fall months. PRIVATES: ONE-TO-ONE WORK! If you want to set up any private sessions or events, please contact me through email. You can learn more about privates: CLICK HERE! SINGLE CLASSES We've added single class purchases to our on-demand offerings. How does it work? A $17 payment will give you access to a single pre-recorded class with Victor or anyone on his staff. The private link with unique access code will give you entry to that class, which you can load anytime you want. You'll have 24-hours of unlimited access to that class. No refunds, returns and you must use that class within 24-hours of receiving it before it expires. You can request a teacher on our on-demand options... featuring Demetra Kentrotas (@d_meetch), Leanne McDermott ( @leannerays ), Elinor Cohen ( @elinorraerigby) and others. COMING SOON... Yoga with Victor's mentorship program for teachers looking to sharpen their tools and hone in on varying skills that will make you more proficient at sequencing, teaching anatomy, or widening their skill set to become a successful instructor and craft your own business model. YOGA AT OHHHMMM LIVE VIRTUAL SCHEDULE: MONDAY: 9/4/2023 - LABOR DAY NO CLASSES TUESDAY: 9/5/2023 6:30 am -- Sunrise Vinyasa 12:00 pm -- Flow Yoga WEDNESDAY: 9/6/2023 6:30 am -- Sunrise Vinyasa THURSDAY: 9/7/2023 6:30 am -- Sunrise Vinyasa 12:00 pm -- Flow Yoga FRIDAY: 9/8/2023 6:45 am -- Vinyasa 12:00 pm -- Flow Yoga SATURDAY: 9/9/2023 8:30 am -- Sweat Fest Yoga SUNDAY: 9/10/2023 9:00 am -- Vinyasa Yoga *ALL CLASSES EST *SESSIONS 45/60 MINUTES *WAIVER STATEMENT: I understand that I must be in good physical health to participate in these classes, that my participation may cause an injury and that I should consult with my physician before I take a class. I am taking these classes at my own risk. I waive any claim for personal injury and any other damages that I may have against the school, studio and/or the teachers who are offering these classes. REGULAR RATES:(when submitting payment, in note section state email for delivery of services)
PAYMENT: VENMO -- @Vicyasa Paypal -- Victor@YogawithVictor.com NAMASTE, Victor Cotto www.YogaWithVictor.com Instagram: CottoVic Facebook: Yoga With Victor - Vicyasa™ “August is like the Sunday of summer.” -- unknown As we countdown the Summer, be mindful of the cooling and calming approach of our practice, especially with the potential frenzied entrance into the September season where change can be abundant and the shift can be a drastic one.
To balance the heat-waves and energy harnessed by the summer season, aim to cultivate the opposite environment on the inside of the body — cool and calm. During this time of year, a good counter for high energy would be to create a lunar current within the body by focusing on activities and foods that are cooling. This approach will nourish your system and help increase your energy levels. Moon Salutations, Sun salutations (with walk forwards), supported backbends, legs up a wall to close practice, wide legged forward folds and floor twists all send a calming wave through the nervous system and serve the body’s attempts to self-regulate. Hint: a lil' mint essential oil sprinkled on the mat provides a exhiliating cooling effect too. PRIVATES: ONE-TO-ONE WORK! If you want to set up any private sessions or events, please contact me through email. You can learn more about privates: CLICK HERE! SINGLE CLASSES We've added single class purchases to our on-demand offerings. How does it work? A $17 payment will give you access to a single pre-recorded class with Victor or anyone on his staff. The private link with unique access code will give you entry to that class, which you can load anytime you want. You'll have 24-hours of unlimited access to that class. No refunds, returns and you must use that class within 24-hours of receiving it before it expires. You can request a teacher on our on-demand options... featuring Demetra Kentrotas (@d_meetch), Leanne McDermott ( @leannerays ), Elinor Cohen ( @elinorraerigby) and others. COMING SOON... Yoga with Victor's mentorship program for teachers looking to sharpen their tools and hone in on varying skills that will make you more proficient at sequencing, teaching anatomy, or widening their skill set to become a successful instructor and craft your own business model. YOGA AT OHHHMMM LIVE VIRTUAL SCHEDULE: MONDAY: 8/28/2023 6:30 am -- Sunrise Flow Yoga TUESDAY: 8/292023 6:45 am -- Sunrise Vinyasa 12:00 pm -- Flow Yoga WEDNESDAY: 8/30/2023 6:30 am -- Sunrise Vinyasa THURSDAY: 8/31/2023 6:30 am -- Sunrise Vinyasa 12:00 pm -- Flow Yoga FRIDAY: 9/1/2023 6:45 am -- Vinyasa 12:00 pm -- Flow Yoga SATURDAY: 9/2/2023 8:30 am -- Sweat Fest Yoga SUNDAY: 9/3/2023 9:00 am -- Vinyasa Yoga *ALL CLASSES EST *SESSIONS 45/60 MINUTES *WAIVER STATEMENT: I understand that I must be in good physical health to participate in these classes, that my participation may cause an injury and that I should consult with my physician before I take a class. I am taking these classes at my own risk. I waive any claim for personal injury and any other damages that I may have against the school, studio and/or the teachers who are offering these classes. REGULAR RATES:(when submitting payment, in note section state email for delivery of services)
PAYMENT: VENMO -- @Vicyasa Paypal -- Victor@YogawithVictor.com NAMASTE, Victor Cotto www.YogaWithVictor.com Instagram: CottoVic Facebook: Yoga With Victor - Vicyasa™ “She enjoys rain for its wetness, winter for its cold, summer for its heat. She loves rainbows as much for fading as for their brilliance. It is easy for her, she opens her heart and accepts everything.” ― Morgan Llywelyn If you have a least favorite season -- and the ebbing and flowing of Summer to Fall is a tough one for you -- the practice of non-attachment is often key to finding balance and stability in life.
Whether you have a unfavorable winter outlook, like me, or you can't stand the thought of sweaty, humid beach days in the summer, practicing yoga as the seasons change will help you find your center and establish a peace of mind when it feels like time is slipping too quickly through your fingertips. Your body is tough enough to naturally adapt to any changes in the conditions around you, but a few rooting, centering asanas will make the process easier and allow you to let go of any resistance you may have so you can stay grounded and content through changes. Here are some yoga poses that will help you ground through the inner and outer changes that each season fluctuation presents: MOUNTAIN POSE (TADASANA) Steady, strong, and unshakable. Take time to exhale into this shape, ground securely and allow the growth and rooting at the base to keep you tall and proud. Make sure to pay attention to any shoulder rounding and avoid any lower back collapse. WARRIOR II (VIRABHADRASANA II) Planting both feet firmly into the ground will remind you to stay still and rooted as you breathe through this strengthening and lengthening posture. Keep your body strong, yet soft, finding the balance between power and gentleness, and using this bodily awareness to accept change with open arms. GODDESS POSE (UTKATA KONASANA) This asana will stretch and create room in your pelvis, so try visualizing this part of your body as an anchor, staying stable as change swirls in the air around you. Inhale, and root your feet into the earth. Exhale, and settle more deeply into the pose. EASY POSE (SUKHASANA) Just sitting comfortably might seem like the easiest thing in the world, but sometimes the least intricate poses are the most effective and powerful when it comes to staying grounded and centered. Try placing one hand on your heart, and keep the fingertips of your other hand tented on the ground. This will help stabilize you both physically and emotionally. PRIVATES: ONE-TO-ONE WORK! If you want to set up any private sessions or events, please contact me through email. You can learn more about privates: CLICK HERE! SINGLE CLASSES We've added single class purchases to our on-demand offerings. How does it work? A $17 payment will give you access to a single pre-recorded class with Victor or anyone on his staff. The private link with unique access code will give you entry to that class, which you can load anytime you want. You'll have 24-hours of unlimited access to that class. No refunds, returns and you must use that class within 24-hours of receiving it before it expires. You can request a teacher on our on-demand options... featuring Demetra Kentrotas (@d_meetch), Leanne McDermott ( @leannerays ), Elinor Cohen ( @elinorraerigby) and others. COMING SOON... Yoga with Victor's mentorship program for teachers looking to sharpen their tools and hone in on varying skills that will make you more proficient at sequencing, teaching anatomy, or widening their skill set to become a successful instructor and craft your own business model. YOGA AT OHHHMMM LIVE VIRTUAL SCHEDULE: MONDAY: 8/21/2023 6:30 am -- Sunrise Flow Yoga TUESDAY: 8/22/2023 6:45 am -- Sunrise Vinyasa 12:00 pm -- Flow Yoga WEDNESDAY: 8/23/2023 6:30 am -- Sunrise Vinyasa THURSDAY: 8/24/2023 6:30 am -- Sunrise Vinyasa 12:00 pm -- Flow Yoga FRIDAY: 8/25/2023 6:45 am -- Vinyasa 12:00 pm -- Flow Yoga SATURDAY: 8/26/2023 8:30 am -- Sweat Fest Yoga SUNDAY: 8/27/2023 9:00 am -- Vinyasa Yoga *ALL CLASSES EST *SESSIONS 45/60 MINUTES *WAIVER STATEMENT: I understand that I must be in good physical health to participate in these classes, that my participation may cause an injury and that I should consult with my physician before I take a class. I am taking these classes at my own risk. I waive any claim for personal injury and any other damages that I may have against the school, studio and/or the teachers who are offering these classes. REGULAR RATES:(when submitting payment, in note section state email for delivery of services)
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