“Whether we’re eating or working or meditating or listening or talking, the reason that we’re here in this world at all is to study ourselves. In fact, it has been said that studying ourselves provides all the books we need.” ― Pema Chödrön  Svadhyaya translates to “self study,” and it’s the fourth niyama listed in the Eight Limbs of Yoga.
To fully understand the application of this practice of awareness and self examination into your daily life, it’s important to recognize that svadhyaya meant studying the ancient philosophical yoga texts -- reading the texts, reciting them, committing them to memory — embodying those philosophies. So how can you incorporate the practice of svadhyaya while practicing asana [poses]? Listening to your yoga teacher during class is part of the practice, but what happens when a teacher instructs you to move into a pose that feels really uncomfortable or asks you to stay in an asana longer than you can stand? Chances are your internal dialogue kicks into high gear: begging, sometimes demanding, that you provide your body with some relief. If that’s the case for you, then that inner dialogue is what you should be paying attention to if you want to practice svadhyaya. Svadhyaya on the yoga mat means studying the “what”, “how” and “why” to your thoughts and feelings while flowing from pose to pose and then comparing that to your daily life. Consider asking yourself some of these questions:
There's loads of questions and answers you can constantly explore in your practice; notice if it really is an exploration or a judgemental take. Not only can doing this form of self observation improve your asana practice during a yoga class, but gaining this self knowledge can change the way your mind deals with self judgment and expand your capacity for introspection both on and off the mat. HAPPY THANKSGIVING! The term gratitude yoga is not limited to the mat... If we remind ourselves to be grateful for what we do have, we lose the negative impressions that often take up our head uninvited. By selecting a tone of thankfulness,fear, sadness, anxiety, and even anger gets pushed aside and our gratitude makes room for strength, happiness, confidence, and peace. HOLIDAY GIFTS... With the Holidays just around the corner... memberships and giving the gift of yoga is a great present to a family member or loved one. Discounts for gifts, referral offerings are also available. SALE... You can practice UNLIMITED LIVE classes & on-demand access 24/7 - your next 30-day subscription - for $75. That's $10 off our regular 30-day offering. We also have a special 10-class pack offer for $95 ($10 off and less than $10 per class). *75-days expiration YOGA AT OHHHMMM VIRTUAL SCHEDULE: MONDAY: 11/21/2022
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“When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be. When I let go of who I am, I receive what I need.” - Lao Tzu  Autumn, a period of transition, is a time for self-nourishment and reflection. The season of autumn invites us to explore an inward and introspective energy both on and off our yoga mats. This is a time of year where we slow down, contemplate, and experience gratitude, abundance, and... LET GO. Detachment of the Spring and Summer and a welcoming of change. Clinging to moments, past or present, will not bring us peace. This is the lesson of Aparigraha [one of the 5 Yamas]. If we are to awaken to the fullness of our being, we must learn to let go. Aparigraha has many translations, but in its purest form, it means detachment and renunciation. We don’t have to take the holiest of paths to learn that the things we call ‘possessions’ can sometimes create a frenzy within us. We need only look around us. We are a ‘storage’ society of boxes, closets, and cupboards, and homes—stuffed full of things we do not use, but still will not part with. It’s not that we shouldn’t enjoy material objects, but somewhere along the way we became hoarders of them. “These things here—they are mine,” we say, and put them all in a box under the bed. The ego constructs our identity and can hold us hostage to our belongings. It’s not just moments, or material objects, that we accumulate, and then cling to furiously. We also build up and hold onto resentments. We acquire and defend opinions and beliefs. We are so conditioned to think in terms of ‘me’ and ‘my’ that we may even believe that other people belong to us. Our partners? They’re “mine,” too. Similarly during our practice, we have an opportunity to observe where we are clinging with our bodies. Are we afraid to open up in backbends? Are we gripping our toes to the mat in our warrior sequence like a bird afraid to fly? Perhaps we are clenching our buttocks during cobra. In all of these moments, we can realize that in order to have a deeper experience, we must be prepared to let go. And so we can come to the end of our practice, ready to sit in our meditation with our open hands, our vessel empty, ready to be filled up. LEANNE MCDERMOTT ADDED TO ON-DEMAND... Along with the additions of express (30 minute or shorter) yoga and fitness sessions in our on-demand access, we've added a new teacher to flow with. Leanne McDermott will guide you through a few of these shorter power classes. She's a featured instructor during Alo Yoga challenges and is a member of the CorePower Yoga team in NYC. You can check her IG: @leannerays ON-DEMAND JUST GOT BETTER!  LULULEMON GIVEAWAYS...
Our first batch of gifts have been delivered and we'll have more in-class giveaways and random generator raffles for unlimited subscriptions. SALE... You can practice UNLIMITED LIVE classes & on-demand access 24/7 - your next 30-day subscription - for $75. That's $10 off our regular 30-day offering. We also have a special 10-class pack offer for $95 ($10 off and less than $10 per class). *75-days expiration YOGA AT OHHHMMM VIRTUAL SCHEDULE: MONDAY: 11/7/2022
*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. 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 state of your surroundings tells the condition of your soul.” - unknown  Shaucha/Saucha is the first of the five niyamas [personal observances], which form the second limb of yoga as described in "The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali." The term literally means purity, cleanliness and clearness. It refers to purity of mind, speech and body.
The habits we pick up throughout life off the mat may or may not serve us, and the idea of our practice is to recognise what doesn’t help us and what does, coming towards a state in which everything we do aids us towards being happier, healthier and more awake and aware in life. If we take our ‘bad’ habits on to the mat with us, then our practice becomes a lot harder, we have to sift through the ‘impurities’ or negativity we’ve picked up before reaping the benefits of Yoga. Impurities we try to shed can be mental & physical. Practicing cleanliness of body, mind, spirit and surroundings will help direct us towards a pure and positive life. Some ways to "cleanse": Neti - nasal cleansing Dhauti - cleansing of digestive tract Nauli - abdominal massage Bhasti - colon cleansing Kappalabhati - breath of fire Our environment can reflect our state of mind. You’ll probably identify with the fact that when our bedrooms or homes are messy, our minds can often feel a little messy and cluttered too. When we’re surrounded by a clean environment however, with clear surfaces, possessions that we need – and not possessions we’ve hoarded over the years and can’t bear to get rid of – and the sense of having space to breathe, then we’re likely to feel a whole lot better and clearer in our minds. Not only does having a clean place to practice in, and a clean mat to practise on feel good, it shows a sign of respect towards our practice. ON-DEMAND OPTIONS GALORE... NEW CLASSES WE HAVE NEW ON-DEMAND CLASSES - under 30 minute fitness and yoga options for you to press play on 24/7 for our unlimited subscribers. We'll be adding more shorter "quickie" yoga classes for those on the go. Foundation/alignment videos and tutorials where we focus on a pose or two to work on and warm up flows for such poses are coming soon too. ON-DEMAND JUST GOT BETTER! LULULEMON GIVEAWAYS... In the coming months and into the Holidays, we'll have more in-class giveaways and random generator raffles for unlimited subscriptions. 24-HOUR SALE... You can practice UNLIMITED LIVE classes & on-demand access 24/7 - your next 30-day subscription - for $75. That's $10 off our regular 30-day offering. We also have a special 10-class pack offer for $95 ($10 off and less than $10 per class). *75-days expiration YOGA AT OHHHMMM VIRTUAL SCHEDULE: MONDAY: 10/17/2022
*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. 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™ Yoga at OHMM Schedule w/ Victor 11/1 - 11/7: Demetra's Power Flow, Lululemon & Outdoor Classes10/29/2021 “Clouds come floating into my life, no longer to carry rain or usher storm, but to add color to my sunset sky.”  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 CLASSES Moving forward, all unlimited members will have access to a library of pre-recorded classes as part of their subscription. So, if you miss out on a live class... we'll have Yoga, Pilates and HIIT classes for you to play at your convenience. This perk will only be available to members who purchase UNLIMITED packages. OUTDOOR SESSIONS As the weather permits, we'll continue to flow outside. Stay tuned to those enrollment emails weekly. GIVEAWAYS We gave away a few Lululemon items to subscribers last week via Instagram. Continued giveaways and contests in the coming days... THANKS to Lululemon for giving us some really cool gifts. YOGA AT OHHHMMM VIRTUAL SCHEDULE: MONDAY: 11/1/2021
*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. UPDATED RATES:(when submitting payment, in note section state email for delivery of services)
PAYMENT: VENMO -- @Vicyasa Paypal -- Victor@YogawithVictor.com The team thanks you all for the support! NAMASTE, Victor Cotto www.YogaWithVictor.com Instagram: CottoVic Facebook: Yoga With Victor - Vicyasa™ “We must always change, renew, rejuvenate ourselves; otherwise, we harden.”  We're back for LIVE classes on 10-26-2021! Early AM sessions will continue... registration for in-person outdoor classes will be in your inboxes and giveaways; lululemon gifts, hot yoga class prizes, to monthly and weekly subscribers will be o'plenty.
All accounts will be active. LETS GO! YOGA AT OHHHMMM VIRTUAL SCHEDULE: MONDAY: 10/25/2021
*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. UPDATED RATES:(when submitting payment, in note section state email for delivery of services)
PAYMENT: VENMO -- @Vicyasa Paypal -- Victor@YogawithVictor.com The team thanks you all for the support! NAMASTE, Victor Cotto www.YogaWithVictor.com Instagram: CottoVic Facebook: Yoga With Victor - Vicyasa™ “Exercises are like prose, whereas yoga is the poetry of movements. Once you understand the grammar of yoga; you can write your poetry of movements.”  As many of you know already, per announcements I've made pre-&-post classes, the time to reset, rejuvenate and recover has come. We are off to Greece to our wonderful retreat with Dina Ivas and spending some time at the Aegean Islands. WE HAVE ONE SPOT REMAINING -- LET ME KNOW IF YOU WANT IN ON THIS ESCAPE!
This much needed "time out" is a way for me to come back stronger and better equipped to continue to serve your Yoga needs and do it with a fully charged battery. I hope you understand and honor the space & time I need currently to re-integrate and reboot. How does this affect you? I will not teach starting October 11 through October 26, 2021. During that time, everyone's account will be frozen. So, if you purchased a 30-day subscription or a 2-week package, you will NOT lose any days. For example, if you had 10-days left in your subscription as of Oct. 11th, when I come back to teach on the 26th, you will still have 10-days left in your subscription. You will get what you paid for! I will edit everyone's expiration dates and your subscription will be honored fully. Our automated email system for you to renew and access to our virtual rooms will be up-to-date with the new account details. If you have any questions, feel free to email me. In the coming days I'll start the process of giving you new expiration dates. CONTEST: We have some goodies from the wonderful sponsors at LuLuLemon to give away to subscribers in the coming weeks. We'll have more contests to give varying items away. STAY TUNED!! OUTDOOR CLASSES/IN-PERSON CLASSES etc. Yes, when I get back... we will continue our outdoor sessions. More collaborative classes, rooftops, outdoors and candlelight events. YOGA AT OHHHMMM VIRTUAL SCHEDULE: MONDAY: 10/4/2021
*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. UPDATED RATES:(when submitting payment, in note section state email for delivery of services)
PAYMENT: VENMO -- @Vicyasa Paypal -- Victor@YogawithVictor.com The team thanks you all for the support! NAMASTE, Victor Cotto www.YogaWithVictor.com Instagram: CottoVic Facebook: Yoga With Victor - Vicyasa™  Join me & lululemon for a wellness festival to close out summer with a bang! We're teaming up with some of your favorite wellness brands to bring you the experience of the summer.
The morning will open with a 5k run followed by yoga with Vicyasa & live DJ; post class meditation will be led by Yanti Amos. The rest of the day is up to you. Add a little wellness to your day with essential oil workshops, group goal coaching, or kick back with a beer & live music. Here's a link to register to all the events, which are free: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/lululemon-66th-3rd-end-of-summer-festival-tickets-67917748815?aff=ebdssbdestsearch VIP ADMISSION REQUIRES A $20 DONATION TO HUNTERS POINT PARK CONSERVANCY TO RECEIVE A GIFT BAG FROM OUR PARTNERS. PROOF OF DONATION REQUIRED. USE THE ABOVE LINK TO DONATE PRIOR TO EVENT. Schedule of Events:
WHERE? Hunters Point Park in Long Island City: @licwaterfront. We will be overlooking the NYC skyline and East River. (click on the highlighted link for directions). We will have flags out for easy finding (the picture above is exact location of park space used during classes). Additional info: Bring your own mat... there's a cafe nearby, COFFEED. Bring a friend or ten (beginner friendly Yoga - a great way to introduce a loved one to the practice), comfortable clothes and enjoy the breathtaking scenery as we take advantage of the beautiful weather and take our yoga practice outdoors! Hope to see you... any questions email me or get at me at any of my social media sites or via email here on my site! Love and light, Vic  Hello Yogis,
This weekend, we kickoff our Yoga in the park series sponsored by Lululemon and The Yoga Room in conjunction with Hunters Point Park Conservancy. YES 'tis the season for FREE Yoga classes outdoors! Here are the dates I'll be teaching: June 8th June 15th August 17th August 24th August 31st (final event of the season -- we do it big!) WHERE? Hunters Point Park in Long Island City: @licwaterfront. We will be overlooking the NYC skyline and East River. (click on the highlighted link for directions). We will have flags out for easy finding (the picture above is exact location of park space used during classes). WHAT TIME? We start promptly at 10am and we'll flow for an hour. Additional info: Bring your own mat... there's a cafe nearby, COFFEED. Bring a friend or ten (beginner friendly Yoga - a great way to introduce a loved one to the practice), comfortable clothes and enjoy the breathtaking scenery as we take advantage of the beautiful weather and take our yoga practice outdoors! Hope to see you... any questions email me or get at me at any of my social media sites or via email here on my site! Love and light, Vic  Lululemon End of Summer Festival
When? Saturday, September 15, 2018 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM (EDT)Join Lululemon for a music festival meets wellness market hybrid to close out summer with a bang. We're teaming up with some of your favorite wellness brands to bring you the experience of the summer. We'll kick off the morning with a run (5K) followed by yoga (Victor Cotto from The Yoga Room) + soundbath. The rest of the day is up to you. Add a little wellness to your day with Saje, ride with Flywheel for a cycling demo, or kick back with a beer & live music -- YES A LIVE DJ SPINNING TUNES! Ticket Information:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/lululemon-end-of-summer-festival-tickets-49472262870?aff=erelexpmlt WHERE? Hunters Point Park in Long Island City: @licwaterfront. We will be overlooking the NYC skyline and East River. Directions: (look for our flags when you get to the park - same location pictured)
See you Saturday, Victor  This was Saturday — THANK YOU to all the Yogis who came through for some outdoor asana action. Thanks to @licwaterfront @coffeednyc @lululemonnyc @yogaroomnyc for making this happen! We do it again: June 30th, August 4th & August 11th. All Saturdays at 10am. All Free!
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