Zack began the workshop with a clear and entertaining talk about what is “yin yoga”  – the deep internal  tissue work that will change the body and mind. Then the class started with a wonderful warm-up exercise called “monkey retreat – monkey advance”  that reminded the webteam of tai chi. After warm up, the class entered this “yin” state of long held poses that relaxed and stretched the body. At the same time, the mind scanned the body and released tension, while yielding to gravity. If you attended the workshop, please consider leaving a comment below of you experience. Thanks!

Zach Matheson

Yin Yoga is the practice of exercising deep muscle, fascia, and bone tissue in the body in long held meditative poses. This will be a great chance to explore yin poses while working with these nationally recognized teachers, Zach and Mariam are traveling the country teaching Paul Griley’s yin style of yoga. Learn more at their website. Cost: $45 (all levels)

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On Second Thought – We’re closing for today. I made it to the studio to teach the 10am class to two intrepid yogis. The power was off, and it got increasingly cold. As I drove home, through more new snow, the driving was more difficult. So, I’ve decided to close for the remainder of Thursday Jan 19.
That’s cancelling the Pilates SERIES, Gentle Yoga, and the 102 SERIES. We’ll figure out how to make up those classes later.
It’s Friday, Jan 20, about 1pm. I plan on being here for the 5:30 pm Beginner 101 SERIES, and 7pm DROP IN Restorative, unless we get an ice storm or lose power. Right now the roads are passable and the lights are on.  

Take care, be warm, and join us. Karen G.

It’s Tuesday January 17, and the snow is steadily piling up in Snohomish with predictions of much more. We decided to close the studio in the spirit of yogic principles: “tell the truth” – it’s really snowing! and “do no harm” – let’s be safe and stay home where we are warm and cozy. Moderation is also guiding our decision, as well as self care.  So, take it easy today, and very likely tomorrow.  Some stretching and deep breathing will also make you feel better.

Keep in touch with our website for class cancellations. On this web page, click along the left side at “REGISTER and PAY ONLINE” to take you to our database at MindBody online where you will see the cancellations. Or call Karen at 360-568-1000.

The snow began falling about three hours before the start of our continuing celebration of the studio’s expansion — yet a dozen or so yogi supports braved the weather and made it to help Karen mark this important step in Yoga Circle’s growth.  Thanks to all who showed up.  This short slide show is for you!

“Oh the weather outside is frightful,
But the music and yoga is so delightful,
And since we’ve no place to go,
Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!”

Cahn & Styne (1945)

All are invited to a Free Class of Yoga to the live music of Peter Ali, Native Flutist, on Saturday, January 14, at 5p. To be followed by a wine and cheese reception around 6p. This is an opportunity to check out the new studio now doubled in size and twice as beautiful.

Our Afternoon of Free Yoga, celebrating the re-opening of the bigger and even more beautiful Yoga Circle Studio, was a full house hit. Six staff teachers led 20 minute classes between 1 and 4 New Year’s Day afternoon; followed by a toast to the New Year 2012!

Please check out the Class Schedule and the schedule of Special Events coming up this year, and remember, you can register and pay online for your selected class.  How easy is that?

Click on any thumbnail to begin the slide show … enjoy!

You are invited to join us New Year’s Day from 1 to 4p for an afternoon of Free Yoga; and, to help Karen celebrate the expansion of her studio to twice its size — a Bigger and even more beautiful space for creating strength, flexibility, balance, and a sense of total well being.

Here is the Yoga Teacher sampler schedule of free 20 minute classes:

Karen Guzak, 1p
Kim Bretthhauer, 1:30p
Elizabeth Gray, 2p
Dorothy Meyer, 2:30p
Suzanne Kohl, 3p
Dorrinda Carlson, 3:30

At 4p we’ll break out the champagne for a toast to a healthy and happy New Year filled with yoga practice at the new studio.

If you’ve been attending classes at Karen’s art studio this past couple of weeks, while the yoga studio is under construction, you have already met Cleo, the Yogi Kitten. She is especially good at checking out the softness of your mat as it’s unrolled.

Cleo was born under our deck to a ferral mother around eight months ago. Both mom and daughter were captured, neutered, and then invited to join us in domestic bliss. Mom passed on the invite, but still comes around for a meal and lately, to pick a fight with Cleo?

The studio expansion is right on track for a January 1st celebration with a Free Day of Yoga from 1-4p — details to come.

Snohomish River Trail Candlelight Solstice Walk

Karen will be hosting the annual After Christmas Free Restorative, Monday, December 26, from 1 to 3p at 230 Avenue B, home to Cleo the Yogi Kitten.

Finally, a job opportunity: Karen is looking for an enthusiastic and responsible office assistant who could help at the expanded studio. Starting with the new year, tentative hours are 3 to 6p., Mondays through Thursdays. Help the teachers check in students, keep the studio tidy and the office organized. Pay is $10 per hour. Please contact Karen using the tab above.

We are open for business during the expansion but at another location — please scroll down for details and a map. We hope to return to the expanded studio mid December, please check back.