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Free Yoga Classes - Sports Basement June 2008

Sun, 25 May 2008 06:14:00 PST

Looking for Free Yoga Classes?

Over the last 7 months, Sports Basement has offer free yoga classes each & every Sunday from 1:00 - 2:30pm. And thanks to the high turn out of yoga students, speed walkers, mothers, coach potatoes, high school students, Fat Tire Beer Specialist, snowboarders and then some, . . .Sports basement has offered it's location for 6 more months - June - Dec 2008.

So get your shoes. Jump on your bike. Catch the Muni #33, #22, #9 or even the #19 - but, I think you'll like it.

Sports Basement --San Francisco

1:00 - 2:30pm.
1590 Bryant St.
San Francisco, CA
(415) 575-3000

Yoga Teachers of various styles ( Iyengar Yoga , Ashtanga Yoga , Vinyasa , Raja Yoga , Kundalini , Anasara Yoga , Yin Yoga , Power Yoga , Anna Forrest Yoga , etc.) have joined together and presented their unique connection with the yogic path.

Keep up your yoga practice & stay on top of your game

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08 June 2008 - Kundalini Yoga Teacher - Shivie Cook

The first time Shivie practiced Kundalini Yoga she knew this was her primary practice. At the time she was a stressed out, overweight, constantly sick corporate lawyer. Kundalini Yoga gave her a chance to literally breathe and find something deeper within her Being. Three months after ther first practice she left her six figure job and started her Teacher Training. 100 hour work weeks were replaced with a practice of mindfulness, asana and meditation. That was over six years ago.

Today, Shivie is still practicing and enjoying bringing the practice to others, especially those stressed out in the jobs / relationships / life in general! She brings understanding, compassion and most importantly humor to her class - always reminding her students that it is ok to laugh whilst doing yoga. She aims to entice students to take their practice off the mat and into their walking life.

Join Shivie for and invigorating yet relaxing class. Prananyama, asana, meditation and savasana will leave you feeling full of possiblity and ready to face your Infinity. Bought to the West by Yogi Bhajan in 1969, Kundalini is a dynamic practice that is accessible to all, regardless of experience. You will feel the difference after your first session. Strengthen your immune system, cardiovascular capacity, intuition, nervous system and increase flexiblity with Kundalini Yoga.

15 June 2008 - Hatha Flow Yoga Teacher- Paul Tucci

In 1996, I attended my first class at World's Gym - San Diego. The Yoga teacher asked "why are you taking this class?:" I answered, "to learn something new about my body". Through experiencing the Iyengar style of Yoga with Tony Eason, I noticed that my sacrum & lumbar spine started to loosen. I discovered the power of the deep breath, and the mindfulness of the practice.

Les Leventhal inspired me with his insightful and challenging classes. Darren Main & Christopher Love 's Hawaii yoga retreat was a celebration of the deepening of my yoga practice and my life.

And after a misguided venture into Real Estate, Joy Ravelli suggested that I become a yoga instructor. That suggestion sent me to many work-shops and eventually to Seattle where i took my teacher training with Anna Forrest.

And, after 11 years, that innocent answer is still the root of what yoga still is for me . Yoga is an exploration of the muscles, the bones, the tendons, the breath, and a break from the churning mind.

Love & peace, Paul.

22 June 2008 - Astanga / Vinyasa Teacher - Anita Lalwani

Anita Lalwani teaches an Ashtanga Vinyasa inspired flowing form of yoga with an emphasis on breathwork and core strengthening that will electrify you from your fingers to your toes. She has been practicing yoga since 1985, and teaching since 2005. Anita is also a professional dancer with FatChanceBellyDance and a personal fitness trainer at the San Francisco Bay Club.

29 June 2008 - Raja Yoga Teacher - Janardhan Chodagam

Raja Yoga meditation is an open-eyed technique that can be used by anyone, anywhere. Whether you want to learn how to relax, need to be more concentrated and creative or are searching for personal enlightenment, this course can satisfy each of those needs.

Meditation enables you to create new attitudes and responses to life, giving you a clear spiritual understanding of yourself. Like any skill, meditation requires practice to achieve positive and satisfying results. By doing a little every day, it soon becomes a natural and easy habit, which generously rewards you for the little effort it involves.

We will look at:

* Re-discover enjoying and using the positive qualities already latent within you
* Understand your mind and what makes you tick
* Draw peace, strength and tranquillity from a higher source
* Practical guidance in the technique of meditation

Each session will include:
* Know-how
* Philosophy behind meditation and the skill of meditation
* Guided meditation commentaries led by the meditation teacher
* Most importantly a chance to explore what does and doesn't work for you

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Life Ball - Vienna, Austria

Fri, 16 May 2008 21:20:00 PST

Life Ball - Vienna, Austria

While playing email tag with

Maxamillion Vaentin Eder,

it was brought to my attention that we are 24 hours away from Vienna, Austria's Annual AIDS Fundraiser. And although I am planning a tour to teach

yoga classes

while visiting

Vienna

Berlin,

I won't arrive to Austria in time.

Yet, if you're looking for something exciting, something new & fresh, something "out of the box" - get a ticket for an airplane & go experience the "Life Ball." Tell Maxamillion, "YNOT."

Life Ball 2008

"Landing on Planet Life Ball" am 17. Mai 2008. Nach dem Motto "Love is infinite. Life is universal." hebt der 16. Life Ball ab zu den Weiten des Weltalls! Alles zum Life Ball 2008 hier...

Agent Provocateur treibt es beim Life Ball 2008 auf die Spitze
Wie auch immer das Wetter am 17. Mai sein wird, die Eröffnung des 16. Life Ball verspricht "heiß" zu werden: Das britische Kult-Label "Agent Provocateur" garantiert eine sinnliche Mischung mehr...

Life Ball im TV
Die Live-Sendungen rund um den Life Ball. mehr...

www.berufsschwuchtel.org
Ausgelöst durch einen Artikel in einer rechtsnationalen Zeitung startete der Life Ball eine große Anti-Diskriminierungskampagne. mehr...

Style Bible 2008
Der Life Ball präsentiert auch dieses Jahr seine phantasievollen Vorschläge für den ultimativen Life Ball Look in der Style Bible: mehr...

FLAIR LIFE BALL ABO 2008
Das neue Modemagazin FLAIR ist Life Ball Partner 2008 und spendet die Gesamterlöse aus dem Verkauf der Mai-Ausgabe sowie eines speziellen Life Ball-Abos. mehr...

Aids Life
Insgesamt konnte Aids Life in den letzten 15 Jahren mit knapp 10 Mio. Euro HIV und Aids Projekte unterstützen. Hier der Jahresbericht 2007 zum download. mehr...

Hier gehts zu den AGBs des Ticketverkauf! mehr...

Life Ball

- English Translation provided by Google translate

Life Ball 2008

"Landing on Planet Life Ball on 17 May 2008. Under the motto "Love is infinite. Life is universal." highlights of the 16th Life ball from the far reaches of the universe! All the Life Ball 2008 here ...

Agent Provocateur is pushing it at Life Ball 2008 at the top

Whatever the weather, 17 May will be the opening of the 16th Life Ball promises "hot": The British cult label "agent provocateur" guarantees a sensual mix more ...

Life Ball on TV

The live broadcasts around the Life Ball more ...

www.berufsschwuchtel.org

Triggered by an article in a newspaper rechtsnationalen started the Life Ball a large anti-discrimination campaign. more ...

Style Bible 2008

The Life Ball this year also presents his imaginative proposals for the ultimate ball Life Style Look in the Bible: more ...

FLAIR LIFE BALL ABO 2008

The new fashion magazine is FLAIR Life Ball Partnership in 2008 and donates the total proceeds from the sale of the May edition and a special Life Ball subscriptions. more ...

AIDS Life

Overall, AIDS Life in the last 15 years, with almost 10 million HIV and AIDS projects. Here the annual report 2007 for download. more ...

And remember . .

It not about what you've been through . . ..

It doesn't matter what your age, creed, sexual orientation, economic status, or location is ..

It only matters what "you do."

Wishing the best of all possible worlds,

tony

Fat Tire Beer / Aidslifecycle Fundraiser 2008

Fri, 16 May 2008 10:31:00 PST

Over the years we had Crimewave,& Renegade Revolution, DJ Fresh Freddy, your last night's booty call, your mother, your yoga teacher, your ex-wife, and Sister Uma Gawd in the house. Well this year (besides the usual array of freaks), we had a special treat. After viewing the evite invitation, Sports Basement employee, Televis noticed that ribs, hot links, and burgers were on the menu. So he phoned me up and said, "Do you need someone to cook - cause I can bring my mother?"

Coming from a Texan background, I had no doubt that "Tank" knew how to work the grill. Walking in with her apron & homemade BBQ sauce, she single handedly threw down some BBQ Ribs, potato salad, hot links, and vegan burgers. And as she looked around, "Tank" noticed that there were "no collard greens" - so she pulled out her cellphone, phoned up a friend, sent them to Food Co. and within 30 minutes - the greens were in the pot.

And thanks to the yearly Aidslifecycle sponsorship of New Belgium's Ed Dopman, we had two kegs of Fat Tire Beer to compliment the fine Texan fixens. So if you've attended last year's Fat Tire Beer Charity Fundraising Beer Bust , or plan to attend next year's party. Please send a thanks out New Belgium's - Ed Dopman, & the Fat Tire Beer Team for their continued support towards charity bike rides & charity benefits, and for their product sponsorships by clicking on their logo.

Approximately 150 people showed for the sipping of Fat Tire Beer, "Tanks" Texan fixens, and the sounds of DJ Fresh Freddy & DJ Chris. Over 20 of the Sports Basement crew were present. Yet, no Oprah Winfrey. So who were "the freaks?" Check out the best of show - and then, you tell me (smile). And, as soon as I get the time - all the pics will be uploaded to flickr.

The Fat Tire Beer / Aidslifecycle Fundraiser brought in $800.00 bringing me much closer to reaching my $2,500.00 fundraising minimum to participate in Aidslifecycle 2008.

Sometimes we want to help others, but we are so overwhelmed by all that needs to be done in this world that we don't know where to start. We hope that tomorrow or next week, when everything calms down, we will be able to become the actively compassionate human beings we know we can be. We put off goodness like we put off going on a diet.

See what you can do today!

Wishing the best of all possible worlds,

tony

Fat Tire Beer / Aidslifecycle Links:

Fat Tire Beer Bust Fundraising Party - 2005

Fat Tire Beer Bust Charity Fundraising Party - 2006

Fat Tire Beer Bust Charity Fundraising Party - 2007

Tour De Fat - San Francisco - 2007

Aidslifecycle - Blog

An Invitation to Oprah Winfrey & Harpo Productions

Ivengar Yoga Teacher cycles 575 miles - Aidslifecycle 2007

Ivengar Yoga Teacher cycles 575 miles - Aidslifecycle 2006

Ivengar Yoga Teacher cycles 575 mile s - Aidslifecycle 2005

KFOG Kaboom

Wed, 14 May 2008 16:08:00 PST

KFOG Kaboom

What does a yoga teacher do when not teaching yoga?

Although, I have participated in & completed 10 bicycle rides from San Francisco to Los Angeles, as the departure date of the Aidslifecycle Event becomes closer, the little man /voice (in my head) begins to speak:

"Will you achieve your $2,500.00 fund raising minimum to participate in Aidslifecycle - 2008?"

"Who's gonna substitute teach your yoga classes & water the tomato plants while you're gone?"

"Can you survive the financial loss of taking time off from Sports Basement?"

"Have you booked your plane ticket home from Los Angeles?"

"Do you really think that Oprah Winfrey will be home in Montecito, California when 3,000 cyclist ride & 400 crew members travel past her $50,000,000.00 estate?"

"Can you do manage all of this?"

"Do you have a packing list?"

Yet remembering - "if you control the breath - you control the mind." I have begun to dwell heavily in the "exhalation of the breath." & I continue to walk my chosen path.

KFOG Kaboom - 10 May 2008

8:30am. -
As sunlight warmed up my bedroom, I sipped on my Peet's Coffee & contemplated my tasks of the day. And after my morning shower, I jumped on my bike and raced to the James Howell Studio. And upon arrival to the yoga studio, I was greeted by my Saturday morning yoga students. Shortly afterwards, we began our weekly yoga class.

2:00pm. -
As I biked towards Pier 32, excitement ran through my body. Why? Because after seven years of being a V.I.P bartender for KFOG, I knew what was about to happen - the 15th Annual KFOG KaBoom!

KFOG's VIP Clients were presented with "free cocktails at the bar:
1. Smirnoff's - "Cosmopolitans" - "Mojito's", & "Pomergranite Martinis"
2. Hornito's - "Palomas" - "Perfect Magarita" & "Pomerita"

And to top it off - with her secret Caesar Salad recipe, traditional Italian Pastas, Biscotti, Homemade Chocolate Chip Cookies, and Fruit & Cheese Platters, my personal friend /private chef - Lisa Ruggeri Hines of Bella Cucina Catering (the preferred caterer of KFOG's events) went beyond the call of duty - pleasing the palates of each and every client of KFOG.

As the clients & fans of KFOG roamed the pier & licking their chops - the sounds of Los Lobos blared through the air. Check out the line up:

KFOG Main Stage Performances

4:30-5:05pm Matt Nathanson
5:40-6:30pm Collective Soul
7:20-8:50pm Los Lobos

KFOG Children's Stage

4:30-5:00pm Boswick the Clown
5:15-5:45pm D.W. Wilson's Magic Show
6:00-6:30pm The Daffy Dave Show
6:45-7:15pm Jeremy the Juggler
7:30-8:00pm P&T Puppet Theatre

And while standing up (after changing a keg) - "there he was.. . Producer of the KFOG Morning Show, Veteran Aidslifecycle Cyclist, Greg McQuaid.

Although Greg cannot join us in Aidslifecycle 2008, he has graciously pointed his sponsors in my direction. And thanks to Greg & the San Francisco Police Officer's Association, I will become closer to reaching my $2,500.00 fund raising minimum & the San Francisco AIDS Foundation will receive needed funding . My hat is off to KFOG!

KFOG KaBoom Fireworks

At 9:00pm. there was a spectacular array fired over the Bay set to a KFOG World Class Rock soundtrack on 104.5 and 97.7! (As soon as I get the video loaded on youtube - it will be here).

Wishing the best of all possible worlds,
tony

Sports Basement - Free Yoga Classes

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 08:04:00 PST

Looking for Free Yoga Classes?

Thanks to the high turn out of yoga students, speed walkers, coach potatoes, Fat Tire Beer Specialist, snowboarders and then some, . . .Over the last 6 months, Sports Basement has continued to offer free yoga classes each & every Sunday from 1:00 - 2:30pm.

Over the past few months, yoga Teachers of various styles ( Iyengar Yoga , Ashtanga Yoga , Vinyasa , Raja Yoga , Kundalini , Anasara Yoga , Yin Yoga , Power Yoga , Anna Forrest Yoga , etc.) have joined together & presented their unique connection with the yogic path

Keep up your yoga practice & stay on top of your game

25 May 2008 will conclude the 6 month free yoga program at Sports Basement.Click the icon above and add my RSS Feed to your feed reader; My Yahoo; Google Reader; or Firefox; and get upcoming yoga events, my yoga class schedule changes, free yoga notices, and future bike ride information delivered automatically to your computer & stay on top of your game.

- Yoga Classes at Sports Basement - May 2008

04 May 2008 - Iyengar Yoga Teacher - Tony Eason

A Graduate of the Iyengar Yoga Institute of San Francisco, Tony Eason has been a student of Yoga for fifteen years. Now an 11th Yr. Aidslifecycle cyclist, tony came to yoga to enhance his cycling performance.

Through Iyengar yoga classes, he teaches students to pay attention to the alignment of their bodies, to become aware of the breath, and to control the mind. Presently, Tony teaches cycling seminars, substitute teaches, and/or weekly yoga classes at James Howell Studio, Club One, Gold's Gym, Sports Basement, and the San Francisco Tennis Club. Cyclist, beginners, and everyone else, are encouraged to attend his classes."

11 May 2008 - Raja Yoga Teacher - Janardhan Chodagam

18 May 2008 - Iyengar Yoga Teacher - Garrell Herndon

My teaching is inspired by my training with Iyengar style teachers, and my studies of Structural Integration. Teaching was never a goal, just a part of the learning process.

Took my first yoga class in 1988. Joined the Iyengar Yoga Institute of San Francisco Advanced Studies/ Teacher Training program in 1991. Been to Pune to study with the Iyengars directly.
Over the years I've studied with many Great SF yoga teachers. Kathy Alef, Patricia Sullivan, and Janet MacLeod.. I also studied with Tony Briggs, Arthur Kilmurray, Manouso Manos, and Ramanand Patel. Mostly, I apprenticed and studied with Ramanand. Patel . The summer of 2007 I was fortunate enough to assist the instructor at the Guild for Structural Integration.

In the yoga class the use of props, and physical adjustments,, help students find their greatest potential in the poses. The classes are all around solid and the refined instructions are felt to the bone. You can read more about all this at http://yogabodywork.net//

25 May 2008 - Iyengar Yoga Teacher - Melissa MacDonald

The first yoga class I went to gave me immediate relief from my lower back pain and I knew without doubt I had stumbled upon a precious gift: I was committed. After ten years of practice, including participation in a two-year Iyengar teacher training program, I now teach yoga. My precise and thoughtful instruction of the yoga poses guides students into a deeper awareness of themselves enabling them to tap into yoga's gifts of health and transformation.

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Tibet - His Holiness the Dalai Lama

Wed, 09 Apr 2008 22:27:00 PST

Statement of His Holiness the Dalai Lama to All Tibetans

OHHDL[Sunday, April 06, 2008 20:43]While extending my warm greetings to all the Tibetans in Tibet, I would like to share some of my thoughts.

1. Since March 10 this year, we have witnessed protests and demonstrations in almost all parts of Tibet, even in a few cities in Mainland China by students, which are the outburst of long pent-up physical and mental anguish of the Tibetans and the feeling of deep resentment against the suppression of the rights of Tibetan people, lack of religious freedom and for trying to distort the truth at every occasion, such as saying that Tibetans look towards the Chinese Communist Party as the "Living Buddha", is an ultra leftist statement and smacks of Han chauvinism. I am very much saddened and concerned by the use of arms to suppress the peaceful demonstrations of Tibetan people's aspirations that have resulted in unrest in Tibet, causing many deaths, and much more causalities, detention, and injury. Such suppression and suffering are very unfortunate and tragic which will reduce any compassionate person to tears. I, however, feel helpless in the face of these tragic incidents.

2. I pray for all the Tibetans as well as Chinese who have lost their lives during the current crisis.

3. The recent protests all over Tibet have not only contradicted but also shattered the People Republic of China’s propaganda that except for a few "reactionaries", the majority of Tibetans enjoy a prosperous and contented life. These protests have made it very clear that Tibetans in the three provinces of Tibet, U-tsang, Kham and Amdo, harbor the same aspirations and hopes. These protests have also conveyed to the world that the Tibet issue can no longer be neglected. These protests highlight the need to find a way to resolve the issue through "finding truth from facts". The courage and determination of those Tibetans who have, for the greater interests of Tibetan people, demonstrated their deep anguish and hopes by risking everything is very commendable as the world community has acknowledged and supported the spirit of these Tibetans.

4. I deeply appreciate the acts of many Tibetan government employees and Communist Party cadres who have, without losing their Tibetan identity, shown grit and sense of what is right during the present crisis. In future, I would appeal to the Tibetan Party cadres and government employees not to look always for their personal benefit, but to work for safeguarding the larger interests of Tibet by reporting the real sentiments of the Tibetan people to their superiors in the Party and try to give unbiased guidance to the Tibetan people.

5. Presidents, Prime Ministers, Foreign Ministers, Nobel Laureates, Parliamentarians, and concerned citizens from every part of the world have been sending clear and strong messages to the Chinese leadership to stop the present ongoing harsh crackdown against the Tibetan people. They have all been encouraging the Chinese government to follow a path where a mutually beneficial solution could be reached. We should create an opportunity for their efforts to bring out positive results. I know you are being provoked at every level but it is important to stick to our non-violent practice.

6. The Chinese authorities have been making false allegations against myself and the Central Tibetan Administration for instigating and orchestrating the recent events in Tibet. These allegations are totally untrue. I have made repeated appeals for an independent and respected international body to conduct a thorough investigation into the matter. I am sure this independent body will uncover the truth. If the People’s Republic of China has any basis and proof of evidence to back their allegations, they need to disclose these to the world. Just making allegations is not enough.

7. For the future of Tibet, I have decided to find a solution within the framework of the People's Republic of China. Since 1974, I have sincerely remained steadfast to the mutually beneficial Middle-Way Approach. The whole world knows this. The Middle-Way Approach means that all Tibetans must be governed by similar administration that enjoys meaningful National Regional Autonomy and all the provisions in it, self-rule and full decision-making, except for matters concerning foreign relations and national defense. However, I have said it from the beginning that the Tibetans in Tibet have the right to make the final decision for the future of Tibet.

8. The hosting of the Olympic games this year is a matter of great pride to the 1.2 billion Chinese people. I have from the very beginning supported the holding of these Games in Beijing. My position on this remains unchanged. I feel the Tibetans should not cause any hindrance to the Games. It is the legitimate right of every Tibetan to struggle for their freedoms and rights. On the other hand, it will be futile and not helpful to anyone if we do something that will create hatred in the minds of the Chinese people. On the contrary, we need to foster trust and respect in our hearts in order to create a harmonious society, as this cannot be built on the basis of force and intimidation.

9. Our struggle is with a few in the leadership of the People's Republic of China and not with the Chinese people. Therefore we should never cause misunderstanding or do something that will hurt the Chinese people. Even during this difficult situation, many Chinese intellectuals, writers and lawyers in Mainland China and other parts of the world have sympathized and shown us their solidarity by issuing statements, writing articles and offering pledges of support that is overwhelming. I have recently issued an appeal to the Chinese people all over the world on 28th March, which I hope you will hear and read.

10. If the present situation in Tibet continues, I am very much concerned that the Chinese government will unleash more force and increase the suppression of Tibetan people. Because of my moral obligation and responsibility to the Tibetan people, I have repeatedly asked the concerned leadership of the PRC to immediately stop their suppression in all parts of Tibet and withdraw its armed police and troops. If this brings result, I would also advise the Tibetans to stop all the current protests.

11. I want to urge my fellow Tibetans who live in freedom outside Tibet to be extra vigilant as they voice their feelings on the developments in Tibet. We should not engage in any action that could be even remotely interpreted as violent. Even under the most provocative of situations we must not allow our most precious and deeply held values to be compromised. I firmly believe that we will achieve success through our non-violent path. We must be wise to understand where the unprecedented affection and support for our cause stems from.

12. As Tibet is currently virtually closed and no international media is allowed there, I doubt my message will reach the Tibetans in Tibet. But I hope through media and by word of mouth, it will be passed on to the majority of you.

13. Finally, I want to reiterate and appeal once again to Tibetans to practice non-violence and not waver from this path, however serious the situation might be.

Dharamsala
April 6, 2008

(N.B. Translated from the Tibetan original)

Breaking News:

Students for a Free Tibet Hangs Banner from Golden Gate Bridge
Paris Torch Last Leg Canceled due to Protests
London Protesters disrupt torch: 35 arrested
Statement of His Holiness the Dalai Lama to All Tibetans
Ethnic Unrest Continues in China
His Holiness the Dalai Lama's Letter to the Chinese People
Important record of the Tibetan unrest March 10- March 25, from Tibetan activist under house arrest in Beijing

Sports Basement - Free Yoga & Pilates Classes

Wed, 09 Apr 2008 19:38:00 PST

Yoga Classes at Sports Basement - April 2008

06 April 2008 - Iyengar Yoga Teacher - Tony Eason

A Graduate of the Iyengar Yoga Institute of San Francisco, Tony Eason has been a student of Yoga for fifteen years. Now an 11th Yr. AIDS LifeCycle cyclist, tony came to yoga to enhance his cycling performance.

Through Iyengar yoga classes, he teaches students to pay attention to the alignment of their bodies, to become aware of the breath, and to control the mind. Presently, Tony teaches cycling seminars, substitue teaches, and/or weekly yoga classes at James Howell Studio, Club One, Gold's Gym, Sports Basement, and the San Francisco Tennis Club. Cyclist, beginners, and everyone else, are encouraged to attend his classes."

On Sunday April 13th, between 10:00am and 2:00pm, Sports Basement will be hosting a Yoga & Pilates Collective.

Various local Pilates& Yoga studios will be sharing information.
10:00am. - A free Pilates class with Ellie Herman Pilates.
12:00 noon - A Lecture on Ayurveda with Anna Yaya Kelleher.
1:00pm. - A free yoga class with Garrell Hendson.
Free Raffle of a variety of yoga packages will be going on throughout the day.

The best part about this event is that all attendees will receive 15% off all items, with 5% of the purchase amount donated to Yoga Bear.

Yoga Bear is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing cancer patients and survivors with more opportunities for wellness and healing through the practice of yoga. By partnering with local yoga studios, Yoga Bear matches cancer patients and survivors with yoga classes in the community free of charge.

If your Pilates or Yoga Studio would like to get involved - here are some of the ways...

Help spread the word about this great event by either printing & posting the poster in your office or yoga studio or mentioning it in your newsletter or email!!
Make a donation to our raffle to get people into your studio!!
Come and attend the event to let our customers know about your yoga studio!!

13 April 2008 - Ellie Herman Pilates

Ellie Herman Studios has been a San Francisco Mission establishment since 1993. It all started in the “Old Sears Building” on the former Army Street in Ellie’s live/work loft (Studio 225). With only a second-hand gymnastic mat and a reformer, Ellie opened up shop. After a few years, Ellie accumulated more equipment and decided to offer teacher trainings. Being immersed in the dance community for years, Ellie recruited mostly professional modern dancers to her initial teacher trainings. To this day, the lion’s share of EHS teaching staff is working modern dancers who teach Pilates to support their art (fortunately dancers make excellent Pilates trainers). Ellie became bicoastal in 2005 with the Brooklyn studio in the heart of Park Slope.

13 April 2008 - Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner - Anna Yaya Kelleher

Anna has studied and taught yoga in the Iyengar tradition for over fifteen years. The practice of yoga and being in the yoga community naturally led to an interest, and then formal studies, in Ayurveda. Both of these sciences have sustained and enriched her through her worklife, pregnancy and birthing, motherhood, and other life changes and challenges. She views yoga and Ayurveda as structures we build within ourselves that we can always come home to whatever the circumstances. Yoga and Ayurveda offer us deep spiritual foundations so that we become present to ourselves and the world as we are, enabling us to experience and share joy. One of her favorite yogic sayings is “many paths, one truth” because it communicates that essence of allowing. Anna views sharing these sciences with students, as a teacher, and clients, as a Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner, as an honor and a pleasure.

Anna studied yoga at the Iyengar Yoga Institute of San Francisco with teachers who include Judith Lasater, Ramanand Patel, Janet Macleod, and Jaki Nett. She has studied with Manouso Manos, and the Iyengars both in the US and in India. She has studied Ayurveda with Dr. Jay Apte at the Kerala Academy. She is currently enrolled in massage school at the World School of San Francisco. She works and lives in San Francisco.

13 April 2008 - Iyengar Yoga Teacher - Garrell Herndon

My teaching is inspired by my training with Iyengar style teachers, and my studies of Structural Integration. Teaching was never a goal, just a part of the learning process.

20 April 2008 - Hatha Flow Yoga Teacher- Paul Tucci

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Mike's Bikes - Karma Yoga in Action

Sat, 22 Mar 2008 07:00:00 PST

Mike's Bikes

Striving to walk the path of the karma yogi, I am moved when I experience or view acts of kindness. And today, again - I was touched.

While returning from a training ride loop to San Rafael, CA., I made my usual "pit-stop" at

Mike's Bikes of Sausalito

. I visited their "WC." I purchased some CyloMax. I filled my water bottles. And then, I noticed something different - something new - something simply "FANTASTIC!" (And no, it wasn't a taxi). It was

karma yoga

in action.

How it Works:

"Bring your donation bike (in reasonable working condition) to any Mike’s Bikes store.

Make a $15 donation to cover our discounted shipping rate to get the donation bike over to Africa (optional).

Leave your contact information with Mike's Bikes for updates on your bike’s journey.

Mike's Bikes will disassemble and pack your bike into a shipping container, which will sail for Botswana in late April.

Mike's Bikes will travel to Botswana to unpack the container and assist with building the bikes and distributing them to their sister shop partner.

This upstart bike shop in Botswana will sell the bikes at a reasonable price to local residents, and generate operating capital allowing it, in turn, to import more bikes.

By establishing a steady supply chain of bikes—and a reputable dealer to sell, service, and repair them—you will have been instrumental in developing a sustainable source of bicycles for a community that has never had them. It will make a huge difference in the lives of people for decades to come." - Mike's Bikes

And another wonderful Aidslifecycle training ride it was .. ..

So remember, it doesn't matter what you've been through .. . .
It doesn't matter what your sexual orientation, financial status, age, weight, creed, or location is ..
It only matters what you do .. .

If you want to create change (perhaps a better world) - you must begin with yourself . .

Wishing the best of all possible worlds,

tony

Anthony Eason's AIDS/LifeCycle Blog

Free Yoga Classes - Sports Basement June 2008

Looking for Free Yoga Classes?

Keep up your yoga practice & stay on top of your game

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Life Ball - Vienna, Austria

Life Ball - Vienna, Austria

Life Ball 2008

Life Ball

Fat Tire Beer / Aidslifecycle Fundraiser 2008

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KFOG Kaboom

KFOG Kaboom

What does a yoga teacher do when not teaching yoga?

KFOG Kaboom - 10 May 2008

KFOG Main Stage Performances

KFOG Children's Stage

KFOG KaBoom Fireworks

Sports Basement - Free Yoga Classes

Looking for Free Yoga Classes?

Keep up your yoga practice & stay on top of your game

- Yoga Classes at Sports Basement - May 2008

Sports Basement - Free Yoga Classes:

Tibet - His Holiness the Dalai Lama

Sports Basement - Free Yoga & Pilates Classes

Yoga Classes at Sports Basement - April 2008

Sports Basement - Community Links:

Mike's Bikes - Karma Yoga in Action

Mike's Bikes

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