“Self-care is never a selfish act - it is simply good stewardship of the only gift I have, the gift I was put on earth to offer others.” -- Parker J. Palmer  FREE YOGA? WHAT!!! WHERE?!
I'll be teaching a FREE yoga class at the Vuori clothing store on Madison Ave. in the Upper East side. Location? 1153 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10028 What time? 9am What day? Sunday, August 23rd Maman will serve some coffee and lil' bites post class. Oh... did I mention it's free? Bring your mat, a loved one, a friend or two and come hang out with me for this cool Summer in-store event in the Upper East Side. Here's the Eventbrite link: CLICK HERE Shout to Vuori clothing ... #therisetheshine HOT VINYASA IN L.I.C. QUEENS "Something new is taking shape in Long Island City. Quietly, intentionally, and with purpose. It’s not a gym, not a clinic, and not a spa, but something that lives in between. A space designed for real healing, where modern science meets deeper, timeless practices. Thoughtfully built for how we actually live, move, and recover. We’re not saying much yet, but it’s coming soon." -- From Healspace's website. THE SCHEDULE? Every Monday night: 5:00 pm hot dynamic flow and 6:30 pm hot dynamic flow. Location? 5-21 47th road. Long Island City's new sanctuary for goodness, wellness and community. See you soon, friends! Please follow them on Instagram here! NAMASTE, Victor Cotto www.YogaWithVictor.com Instagram: CottoVic Facebook: Yoga With Victor - Vicyasa™
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"The wound is the place where the light enters you." -- Rumi  Sometimes, all it takes is a moment of stillness—close your eyes, take a deep breath, and recognize that it’s time to release what weighs on your heart. Whatever troubles you, it’s an opportunity to let it go and embrace a lighter spirit! I totally understand that this can be tough. Instead of facing our pain, we often tend to avoid it and pretend we've moved on, but have we really?
Letting go often means more than just forgetting. It can be about learning to trust again or finding the strength to forgive those who've hurt us. While this is undoubtedly a journey, it’s a wonderful chance for growth and positivity. So how do we move past our previous hurts? We embrace the process of letting go, one step at a time. Yoga significantly contributed to my ability to forgive. You can’t escape your history, especially when engaging in yoga. Commit to your practice—do plenty of yoga. It’s recognized for its ability to release tension in the body, which also helps to clear the chakras. Grasping onto past pain can create obstructions in these energy centers, and as you engage in yoga, those blockages may eventually burst, bringing forth buried emotions. In my case, it was the heart chakra that was obstructed. This chakra is fundamental for fostering love and self-forgiveness. Although releasing is challenging for me, my yoga practice continually helps me dismantle those protective barriers. Whenever we penetrate these blockages, it’s common to feel exposed and vulnerable. Being vulnerable is a show of strength. Allow the agony to overwhelm you. Cry. Scream. Be alright for a bit, then start crying and yelling once more. Take whatever action is necessary, but let the suffering overwhelm you. Feel how vulnerable you are in this situation. You will learn to deal with your agony, but I will tell you that it probably will not go away. You will get stronger and more mature as a result, and eventually you might be able to look back on your previous suffering with a smile because you have overcome it and realized that it no longer has any influence over your life. Only then will you be able to let go of that suffering and move on. You have finally come to terms with the truth of what transpired. And here you are, learning to cope with it. So, have you extended forgiveness? Ask yourself, "Does it affect my life in any way?" before drawing any conclusions. It is likely that you have forgiven if your response was negative. You no longer have to deal with those feelings and suffering in your daily life. One of the most effective ways to accept and honor oneself is to forgive people who have wronged you. It is a potent method to let the universe know that you understand how deserving you are of happiness. That freedom is something you deserve. I genuinely believe that yoga has helped me learn how to forgive. I sat with the pain instead of running away from it and erecting barriers to keep myself safe, as I had been doing for years. I had to pay attention in every yoga pose. I had no choice but to feel. I had to be open and honest with myself. With only the sound of my breath and the sensation of vulnerability, I was present in every stance. The actual work started at that point. When you are filled with hurt and suffering, how can you hope to fill your being with love? You extend forgiveness. You have to let go of everything else in order to make room for love. Thank you to all the yoga poses that helped me learn forgiveness. I am free. HOT VINYASA IN L.I.C. QUEENS "Something new is taking shape in Long Island City. Quietly, intentionally, and with purpose. It’s not a gym, not a clinic, and not a spa, but something that lives in between. A space designed for real healing, where modern science meets deeper, timeless practices. Thoughtfully built for how we actually live, move, and recover. We’re not saying much yet, but it’s coming soon." -- From Healspace's website. THE SCHEDULE? Every Monday night: 5:00 pm hot dynamic flow and 6:30 pm hot dynamic flow. Location? 5-21 47th road. Long Island City's new sanctuary for goodness, wellness and community. See you soon, friends! Please follow them on Instagram here! HEAL YOUSELF... Join my friends at KURA for a chill in-person event at 208 W 13th St on July 30, 2026 at 6:45 PM (Eastern Daylight Time). It’s all about exploring the amazing connection between the technology of the plants ( ayahuasca & masterplants) and their sacred, remarkable healing ability. Come hang out, learn, and soak in the incredible information. Learn all about the technology of the sacred plants and the hospital you go into to heal. Get tickets at Eventbrite HERE! NAMASTE, Victor Cotto www.YogaWithVictor.com Instagram: CottoVic Facebook: Yoga With Victor - Vicyasa™ Yoga at OHM Newsletter Vicyasa™ 7/6 - 7/12/2026: SIGN UP Healpace LIC HOT CLASSES; Yoga High7/2/2026 "High isn’t a destination. It’s a perspective." — Unknown  That post-class "yoga high" is a real thing -- it's a biochemical cocktail! After class, your body balances an adrenaline spike with a flood of endorphins, dopamine, and oxytocin. This combination of chemicals acts as your body's natural pain reliever and mood booster, leaving you feeling energized, centered, and incredibly euphoric. The science behind this natural high and stress-relief involves a few key processes: Adrenaline/Cortisol Shift: Intense movement initially triggers your fight-or-flight response, but yoga's mindful breathing quickly signals your parasympathetic nervous system to bring those levels down. Endorphin Release: As you push your physical limits, your brain releases these neurotransmitters, which mask physical discomfort and promote a sense of well-being. Deep Breathing (Pranayama): Controlled breathing alters oxygen and CO₂ levels in the blood, which can induce a lightheaded, floaty, or highly focused state. Parasympathetic Shift: Deep, restorative poses (especially final resting poses like Savasana) pull you out of "fight or flight" mode and activate your parasympathetic nervous system. While yoga cannot change our external stressors, it allows us to respond rather than react to stress. Yoga can counteract the harmful physical effects of stress and lead to changes in the body, brain, and mind that increase resilience and adaptability. Along with any "high", make sure after class to take a timeout, stay longer in Savasana, or reroute mindfully before you forget your home/car keys, take on communication that might be overly stimulating, forget which shoes you wore/take someone else's, or move haphazardly to another activity. HOT VINYASA IN L.I.C. QUEENS "Something new is taking shape in Long Island City. Quietly, intentionally, and with purpose. It’s not a gym, not a clinic, and not a spa, but something that lives in between. A space designed for real healing, where modern science meets deeper, timeless practices. Thoughtfully built for how we actually live, move, and recover. We’re not saying much yet, but it’s coming soon." -- From Healspace's website. THE SCHEDULE? Every Monday night: 5:00 pm hot dynamic flow and 6:30 pm hot dynamic flow. Location? 5-21 47th road.Let's lock in and make their first week launch one to remember! Long Island City's new sanctuary for goodness, wellness and community. See you soon, friends! Please follow them on Instagram here! NAMASTE, Victor Cotto www.YogaWithVictor.com Instagram: CottoVic Facebook: Yoga With Victor - Vicyasa™ "Etiquette requires us to admire the human race." — Mark Twain  Yoga etiquette focuses on fostering a peaceful, respectful, and focused environment for everyone. Even as a teacher, I still get annoyed and cannot understand why some people show up to group yoga classes, say they love the instructor, but consistently freestyle, want to do poses nowhere near what the teacher is guiding, disregard the journey, or step into the room late, leave early, or exhibit the terminal behavior of demanding, "I need the phone next to my mat."
Because yoga centers on mindfulness and disengaging from the outside world, unrestricted phone use directly disrupts the physical and mental space for both students and the teacher. I greatly appreciate being unreachable at times. As an introverted type, I need alone time, without the distractions of phone calls and emails, to function at my full potential. The idea of setting my phone next to my mat in my home yoga practice—let alone in a class—so that I can keep up with my emails, phone messages or Facebook feed is unthinkable. When I’m practicing yoga and meditation, my practice works better and feels better if I focus on what’s happening in my body/mind in the present moment. Regarding early departures, a universal piece of advice from instructors is to let them know before class if you plan to leave early. Unless you are the person who always wants to leave early... in which case, honestly, don't show up to my class. Truly. At that point, it's asshole behavior and chances are, the practitioners that truly want to enjoy my offerings don't want you or your disrupting attention-seeking behavior. Studios and teachers know exactly who is there and for what. To the students who show up to a specific teacher's class yet feel compelled to sidecrow 5 minutes in, jump into the walls during every vinyasa attempt or freestyle... the students next to you do not appreciate or like your actions. Every movement, question, and energy shift interacts with the group dynamic, requiring real-time adaptability from both the instructor and the participants. Your participation in a group class "does not happen in a vacuum"; if you want extra attention, take private lessons. If you want to do your own thing but just need the fire of a hot room, then isolate yourself in a room, turn up the thermostat and be that asshole alone, wearing as many layers as you want as well. It's not that difficult... right? Like my teacher Marko used to lovingly say, "Don't be an asshole." 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. REGULAR RATES:
PAYMENT: VENMO -- @Vicyasa Paypal -- [email protected] NAMASTE, Victor Cotto www.YogaWithVictor.com Instagram: CottoVic Facebook: Yoga With Victor - Vicyasa™ “As we embrace our passions and delve into the mystery of life, we unite with the majestic complexity of nature; and if we follow the signs, this can help us understand who we really are.”  Stepping into the realm of the Spring season... it's a time that breathes life into every corner of our life. This chapter of 2026 is marked by new beginnings, vibrant blossoming and the promise of growth.
Through our yoga practice, we can immerse ourselves in the energy of Spring, aligning our intentions and sequences with the spirit of renewal that vibrates through the air. Spring is nature’s invitation to cleanse and rejuvenate, and our yoga practice can become a channel for this time. Lets integrate practices that stimulate the lymphatic system, invigorate circulation, and encourage gentle twists, we can support the body’s natural ‘detoxification’ processes. Here are some vital Spring time shapes:
In the philosophy of yoga, the metaphor of blooming flowers and sprouting seeds echoes the journey of self-discovery and growth. With each breath, each posture, and each intention, we channel the energy of renewal that defines this season... lets dive into these practices that cleanse the body, open the heart, celebrate growth, and foster adaptability. MENTORSHIP WITH VICYASA™ 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. What if you're not a teacher and would like to prepare for training or enhance your ever-hungry-desire to absorb all things yoga? Holla' at me. Feel like your 200 hour training ended with you needing more questions answered? Want to expand on those teachings? Do you feel like there are areas of your teaching repertoire that need enhancing? Contact me for more info and enrollment. 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, Leanne McDermott, Elinor Cohen and others. REGULAR RATES:
PAYMENT: VENMO -- @Vicyasa Paypal -- [email protected] NAMASTE, Victor Cotto www.YogaWithVictor.com Instagram: CottoVic Facebook: Yoga With Victor - Vicyasa™ "Both tears and sweat are salty, but they render a different result. Tears will get you sympathy; sweat will get you change." -- Jesse Jackson  Sweating is essential for the human body to regulate itself. And during this transition to a warmer season, you'll be sweating more during yoga and throughout the day. But when is the best time to drink water so it complements your yoga?
Your best strategy to prepare for a yoga class on hotter days is to drink plenty of fluids the day before a class and if on the same day, you should intake hydrating fluids 3-4 hours before. Make it water, nutrient-rich clear drinks or juice blends even sports drinks. Add to your day plenty of fruits and vegetables. And most of all, with any class, make sure to drink plenty of water to rehydrate after. If possible, avoid drinking water immediately before or during class. In addition to making our physical bodies feel inflated, consuming large amounts of water before or during a practice also interferes with our energy bodies; one theory says that sipping during yoga practice is akin to pouring water over our inner fire as we try to build it. In Yoga and Ayurveda, it is thought that a sip of water during practice disrupts the body’s energy and concentration. Hydration before will make you perform better, increasing strength and flexibility. A lack of water can damage the cardiovascular system & your body will have difficulties regulating itself. This makes yoga a strain and limits your performance. Hydration ensures that your immune system functions properly so that you do not get sick or feel stomach pains by flushing out toxins. Muscle weakness, muscle cramping, fatigue, irritability, and headaches are just some of the symptoms of electrolyte imbalance. Ultimately, a yoga practice can be used to reduce compulsions and become more comfortable with discomforts. When we lean into resisting the urge to drink water, or go to the bathroom, we become better at dealing with the discomforts of life such as hunger, thirst, or the weather. After yoga, feel free to drink your favorite tea, water, or electrolyte-enhanced water to replenish the body and get ready for your next practice. MENTORSHIP WITH VICYASA™ 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. What if you're not a teacher and would like to prepare for training or enhance your ever-hungry-desire to absorb all things yoga? Holla' at me. Feel like your 200 hour training ended with you needing more questions answered? Want to expand on those teachings? Do you feel like there are areas of your teaching repertoire that need enhancing? Contact me for more info and enrollment. 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, Leanne McDermott, Elinor Cohen and others. REGULAR RATES:
PAYMENT: VENMO -- @Vicyasa Paypal -- [email protected] 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. Here's a breathing technique also for calming & cooling...
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! A PEEK INTO MENTORSHIP WITH VICYASA™... Many prospective teachers, graduates of teacher training(s) and a handful of you that have a desire just to dive deeper into the many aspects of a yoga practice and teaching yoga regularly have been impacted greatly by our bespoke mentoring program. Mentorship sessions can include sharing the exact experience lived, the practical wisdom I and other teachers have gained from our journey in their domain. We are highly skilled at directing strategies and processes that can sometimes transfer across different contexts. Yoga is a journey as much as a practice. In fact, it's a journey that should never end. Those of us on that journey should be open to learning new things. We should be open to new experiences. That is what mentorship offers. It's an opportunity for a more experienced yoga teacher to share their experiences with you. I am willing to work with anyone on a 1:1 basis or mini-group. There will be suggestions for your practice/teachings, you get a catered to you manual with loads of vital information and to take notes and record your questions or concerns. I will curate a personalized practice for you, based on your interest, needs, questions and situation. You then take this practice into your own life. What you discovered, felt, experienced, or learned through the lens of our personal practice will then create the context for potential offerings or paths you take whether in your personal or business life. The practices may be adapted, changed, modified, or added to. This relationship is important for professionalized yoga teachers. It’s important because as we dive into the industry we often muddy the waters between ‘teaching’ and ‘personal path.' Furthermore the environment of the yoga industry can be difficult to navigate. No one should try to do it on their own. What if you're not a teacher and would like to prepare for training or enhance your ever-hungry-desire to absorb all things yoga? Holla' at me. Feel like your 200 hour training ended with you needing more questions answered? Want to expand on those teachings? Do you feel like there are areas of your teaching repertoire that need enhancing? Contact me for more info and enrollment. 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: 8/4/2025 NO CLASSES TUESDAY: 8/5/2025 NO CLASSES WEDNESDAY: 8/6/2025 NO CLASSES THURSDAY: 8/7/2025 NO CLASSES FRIDAY: 8/8/2025 NO CLASSES SATURDAY: 8/9/2025 NO CLASSES SUNDAY: 8/10/2025 NO CLASSES *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:
PAYMENT: VENMO -- @Vicyasa Paypal -- [email protected] NAMASTE, Victor Cotto www.YogaWithVictor.com Instagram: CottoVic Facebook: Yoga With Victor - Vicyasa™ “The reason I talk to myself is because I’m the only one whose answers I accept.”  We all know all those hot-yoga psychos; they show up wearing a fleece vest, three layers of leggings, thermal socks, long sleeves and when they get to the studio they ask, "is the heat on today?" or, "how hot is the studio?"
The Yoga practice becomes one of extremes, unhealthy and more about the addiction to the temporary endorphins their bodies produce in response to being pushed further than they want to go. Is that healthy? NO. Is it yogic? No. Are there cardiovascular benefits? Absolutely. Do people fool themselves about the actual benefits? All the time. Myth #1: "I'm soooo detoxing right now." Most of what you are sweating is water. The substances in sweat that you are secreting include salt, potassium, ammonia and urea. True toxin elimination comes from the kidneys and liver, and some from the colon. Doing a 75-minute hot yoga session and sweating to death is not releasing toxins -- you're just dehydrating yourself and losing only water weight. If you really want to eliminate toxins from the body,you are better off seeing a physician or purchasing an over-the-counter liver, kidney, or colon cleanse made out of natural ingredients. Myth #2: "OMG... my stretches are soooooo much deeper in the hot room." There is a difference between muscular flexibility and joint flexibility. When you are in a heated environment, your blood flow increases making you feel like you are more flexible then you really are. The sweat produced gives you a false sense many times of "work" you are doing and how "my stretching can be more intense." You can still injure yourself in yoga. Many yoga instructors do not receive enough training in kinesiology or anatomy and physiology to keep practitioners safe, and if you add the heated element into the mix, it does have the potential to be disastrous. When you dehydrate yourself and over-work your tendons, ligaments and connective tissue in a hot room, your potential for injury increases and many students who come in with the intention to dive deep into a practice without proper awareness will be seeing an orthopedist surely. Dehydrated muscles are more susceptible to strains and tears. Reduced blood flow to the muscles can also increase the risk of muscle damage, especially during intense exercise. Myth #3: "The hotter the better... and let's move fast for the real work." If you ever hear a teacher say this, or a community that encourages this... run away. Like, fast! The extremes that really bad yoga teachers produce and the inferno-like approach to yoga leads to unhealthy stress into the lungs and heart. If you're constantly in fight or flight, huffing and puffing and driving into paramount situations... then you're not practicing yoga. You are actively engaging in stressing your central nervous system and getting a false sense of a "workout." If you’re practicing hot yoga five or six times per week and are becoming chronically dehydrated, there are real potential risks; not only is it unhealthy for your body, but your mental state. Don't get me wrong, an invigorating, strong (ohh... how many yoga teachers have that one in their profiles) yoga practice is amazing. If that is escalated and your moving in class led by a teacher who is not versed in proper mechanics, adept at handling the many needs that arise as limitations, range of motion needs are varied and clients are not all cookie cutter, the risk of injury in a fast paced session, where you are exhausted and moving fatigued is a recipe for disaster. A PEEK INTO MENTORSHIP WITH VICYASA™... Many prospective teachers, graduates of teacher training(s) and a handful of you that have a desire just to dive deeper into the many aspects of a yoga practice and teaching yoga regularly have been impacted greatly by our bespoke mentoring program. Mentorship sessions can include sharing the exact experience lived, the practical wisdom I and other teachers have gained from our journey in their domain. We are highly skilled at directing strategies and processes that can sometimes transfer across different contexts. Yoga is a journey as much as a practice. In fact, it's a journey that should never end. Those of us on that journey should be open to learning new things. We should be open to new experiences. That is what mentorship offers. It's an opportunity for a more experienced yoga teacher to share their experiences with you. I am willing to work with anyone on a 1:1 basis or mini-group. There will be suggestions for your practice/teachings, you get a catered to you manual with loads of vital information and to take notes and record your questions or concerns. I will curate a personalized practice for you, based on your interest, needs, questions and situation. You then take this practice into your own life. What you discovered, felt, experienced, or learned through the lens of our personal practice will then create the context for potential offerings or paths you take whether in your personal or business life. The practices may be adapted, changed, modified, or added to. This relationship is important for professionalized yoga teachers. It’s important because as we dive into the industry we often muddy the waters between ‘teaching’ and ‘personal path.' Furthermore the environment of the yoga industry can be difficult to navigate. No one should try to do it on their own. What if you're not a teacher and would like to prepare for training or enhance your ever-hungry-desire to absorb all things yoga? Holla' at me. Feel like your 200 hour training ended with you needing more questions answered? Want to expand on those teachings? Do you feel like there are areas of your teaching repertoire that need enhancing? Contact me for more info and enrollment. 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: 7/21/2025 NO CLASSES TUESDAY: 7/22/2025 NO CLASSES WEDNESDAY: 7/23/2025 NO CLASSES THURSDAY: 7/24/2025 NO CLASSES FRIDAY: 7/25/2025 NO CLASSES SATURDAY: 7/26/2025 NO CLASSES SUNDAY: 7/27/2025 NO CLASSES *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:
PAYMENT: VENMO -- @Vicyasa Paypal -- [email protected] NAMASTE, Victor Cotto www.YogaWithVictor.com Instagram: CottoVic Facebook: Yoga With Victor - Vicyasa™ “What you focus on grows, what you think about expands, and what you dwell upon determines your destiny.”  What is drishti? What does that mean? Why does the teacher constantly say that in class?
Drishti is a term that loosely translates to an area of focus, a place to look at during asana practice. A focused drishti offers balance in your yoga practice. Having a clear focus point when attempting Vrksasana [tree pose] can mean the difference between a strong steady pose or a wavering or falling moment(s). This focused view will help you find your center and connect with the stability within your own body. But there are layers to our drishti. On a mental level, begin to utilize your drishti and focused intention to re-establish yourself into the moment. When you are in a challenging posture, or if you start to feel a sense of mundaneness in your practice, you may notice that you have the desire to dissociate from the experience. Looking around the room to other practitioners, looking out the window, scanning the floor for stray hairs and dust can all help to take you out of the experience you are having within your body. What you are doing when you start to incorporate drishti into all of your postures—those that are old and familiar as well as those that are new—is training your mind to stay with the present moment. You are training yourself how to endure experiences as they are happening, even when they are slightly (or more than slightly) unpleasant. This builds up your ability to do this in life. The gift of focused, present attention in everyday life is invaluable in problem solving, communication and general living. Now you can take the concept of drishti and expand on it even further. The term can be translated to mean a point of view, intelligent vision, or to have a vision. This tool of drishti is one that can be used to help you create the life that you want to live, both on and off your mat. Now is time to put this powerful tool in action; whether asana, meditation, or life design practice. See how it transforms the monotonous into the divine and purposeful. 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: 6/30/2025 NO CLASSES TUESDAY: 7/1/2025 NO CLASSES WEDNESDAY: 7/2/2025 NO CLASSES THURSDAY: 7/3/2025 NO CLASSES FRIDAY: 7/4/2025 NO CLASSES SATURDAY: 7/5/2025 NO CLASSES SUNDAY: 7/6/2025 NO CLASSES *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:
PAYMENT: VENMO -- @Vicyasa Paypal -- [email protected] NAMASTE, Victor Cotto www.YogaWithVictor.com Instagram: CottoVic Facebook: Yoga With Victor - Vicyasa™ “Change does not wait for readiness; it simply unfolds, teaching us the power of adaptation.”  One of the most profound benefits of a seasonal yoga practice lies in the enhanced mind-body awareness it can bring. The calibrating of our senses to the nuances of nature around us can allow us to become more attuned to the needs of our bodies. This awareness leads to a more mindful and intuitive practice that can not only prevent injury but also encourage exploration to the edges of our comfort zones with a sense of grace. The invigorating and expansive postures of summer, the grounding and stabilizing poses of autumn, the introspective and restorative postures of winter, and the revitalising postures of spring. Looking into the realm of spring, a season that breathes life into every corner of our lives. This chapter of the year is marked by new beginnings, vibrant blossoms, and the promise of growth. Through our yoga practice, we can immerse ourselves in the energy of spring, aligning our intentions and sequences with the spirit of renewal that vibrates through the air. Spring’s ever-changing weather reminds us of the beauty of adaptability, a lesson deeply ingrained in the practice of yoga. We can weave the theme of adaptability into our classes, guiding students through sequences that challenge their balance and flexibility. Through dynamic flows that mimic the unpredictable nature of spring, we empower our students to embrace change with grace and to find stability amid the flux. With each breath, each posture, and each intention, we channel the energy of renewal that defines this season. As we guide our students through practices that cleanse the body, open the heart, celebrate growth, and foster adaptability. ADAPTABILITY: the quality of being able to adjust to new conditions. the capacity to be modified for a new use or purpose. A PEEK INTO MENTORSHIP WITH VICYASA™... New manuals have been printed... Inquire if you'd like to train with Victor to enhance your teaching skill sets.
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: 4/21/2025 NO CLASSES TUESDAY: 4/22/2025 NO CLASSES WEDNESDAY: 4/23/2025 NO CLASSES THURSDAY: 4/24/2025 NO CLASSES FRIDAY: 4/25/2025 NO CLASSES SATURDAY: 4/26/2025 NO CLASSES SUNDAY: 4/27/2025 NO CLASSES *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:
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