Pilates News, Events and Workshops

Gong Bath: Oct. 7th, 7pm, Offered every first Thursday of the month.

llcappelletti — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 20:27:46 +0000

Cost: $20 pre-registration ($25 at the door)
with Mark Placzkowski of gongspirit.com

Please come 15 Mins early to set-up and settle in!

The sound of the gong creates deep relaxation, freeing us from the flood of thoughts our mind releases, and stimulates the glandular system to a higher level of functioning.

During the gong meditation emotional transformation is produced as it reduces tension, releases blocks and stimulates circulation. The result is a reorganization of the emotional energy and feelings that are tied into the body structure. The gong changes feelings that are blocked by cutting the thoughts that sustain and recreate the feelings.

The gong meditation clears the nerve endings and regenerates the parasympathetic system which is ruled by sound. The parasympathetic system sends “relax” messages to all the organs. It regulates the rebuilding functions of the body and it is vital for handling stress since it coordinates the recovery period from stress. To regenerate the parasympathetic system, nothing is more powerful than the gong.

All the student needs to do is let the entire body relax and let the sound of the gong penetrate the body and guide the mind.

The Gong Bath™ will soothe, inspire & awaken your spirit as Sacred Sound Practitioner Mark Placzkowski bathes you with sounds from a 36” Pluto & 38” Sun gong. At first, you hear soft delicate voices echoing from the gong & as you listen carefully, you become aware of the many tones within one sound. Sounds of varying frequencies are created that wash over, around & through you much as you would imagine the waves of the ocean. The gong is a beautiful reinforced vibration of the sound of Creativity itself.

Blue Lotus Meditation-Sept 16th, 7pm, Offered every third Thursday of the month.

llcappelletti — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 16:51:17 +0000

August 19th

Time: 7:00-8:00pm - Donation

Bhante Sujatha, a Buddhist monk of some twenty plus years, is originally from Sri Lanka. He is the head meditation monk at the Blue Lotus Temple in Woodstock, IL and had taught around the globe to people wishing to learn the art of happiness and contentment through meditation. Emphasis will be placed on the integration of the spiritual dimensions of being with those of the physical in everyday life.

Intro to Yoga

llcappelletti — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 00:04:00 +0000

with Nichole Churchill
Every 2nd Thursday of the month: 9/9; 10/14; 11/11; 12/9
7-9pm
Special Sunday workshop: 10/3, 9-11am
$30

Our Introduction to Yoga will teach you the basic postures of a Hatha Yoga class, breathing, and relaxation techniques in a non-threatening environment. Increase flexibility, as you strengthen, tone, and revitalize your mind and body. After attending this TWO HOUR workshop, students will feel confident to continue their journey into our group yoga classes. Intro to Yoga is offered monthly.

Restorative Yoga

llcappelletti — Sun, 22 Aug 2010 22:21:35 +0000

with Nichole Churchill, Radiant Heart Yoga
September 30; October 28
$30
Yin Yang Pilates, Lake Barrington
Register by calling Yin Yang Pilates at 847.338.4100
Space is exmtremely limited, early registration is recommended.

Slow down, relax, and rejuvenate with a soothing yoga practice for the mind, body, and spirit. What to expect… The workshop will begin with some gentle movements followed by restorative yoga poses in which the body is supported by props and the body relaxes in the pose for an extended time. This is an extremely gentle restorative practice that will remove stress from your body and mind and guarantee you a night of deep sleep. Open to all levels.

“If yoga were a smorgasbord, restorative postures would most definitely be at the dessert table. These soothing and well-supported poses offer us the opportunity to linger quietly for a few moments and savor the simple sweetness of life.” -Yoga Journal

Mom and Baby Yoga

llcappelletti — Sat, 21 Aug 2010 00:24:16 +0000

with Nichole Churchill, Radiant Heart Yoga
1st Saturday of the month: 10/2; 11/6; 12/4
1-2pm
$20 per mom and baby couple

Ages: 6 weeks- crawling
(Moms who have had a c-section should wait at least 8 weeks postpartum to join class. Please check with your doctor before beginning class).
Add joy to your first year together through Mom & Baby Yoga!
Mom and baby yoga classes are classes where yoga poses are practiced with your baby. You will stretch, relax, and strengthen your postpartum body as you hold/support your baby or have your baby next to you on your mat. Interaction, bonding, communication, touch, fun, and play are all part of a mom and baby yoga class. Baby yoga poses are incorporated into the class which helps encourage their natural flexibility, and helps with strength, digestion, calming fussiness, and sleep. Moms will benefit from improved posture, flexibility, strength and endurance.

Parent/Child Yoga

llcappelletti — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 00:37:28 +0000

for children ages 2-6
with Nichole Churchill, Radiant Heart Yoga
One day workshop offered monthly
2nd Saturday of the month: 10/9; 11/13: 12/11
1-2pm
$20 for a pair and $5 for each additional parent or child

A yoga class for families with children ages 2-6! Together families will learn yoga poses, play games, stretch, relax, meditate, and learn valuable techniques to use at home. Get ready to move and have fun together! Parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles are welcome too.

New! Independant Strength-Complete Metabolic Assessment

llcappelletti — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 04:02:04 +0000

Independant Strength

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Using metabolic testing (New Leaf Personal Assessment
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Cardiovascular Programming (12 WEEKS)

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INITIAL RMR OR EMT TEST

$100.00

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