The body is an incredibly intelligent and sophisticated system, capable of repairing itself and maintaining a state of balance – if we allow it to.

The chakras are 7 subtle energy centers in the body that play a role in sustaining its natural rhythms. They have effects on us physically, spiritually, and psychologically, and when open and moving freely, we experience their transformative qualities; we experience balance.

In each session of this 6-week series, we will spend time in deep relaxation, practice special breathing techniques, and connect with the inner-intelligence of our chakras through guided meditation.

This course will leave you feeling balanced, more aware of your body’s natural rhythms, and ready for the year ahead.

When: Tuesday evenings, 7:45 - 8:45 p.m.; January 3 - February 7

Cost: $60 for the series; $15 for drop-in

Sign up at the desk or email: tracy@yogafitz.com

Learn more at the yogafitz website, www.yogafitz.com

Do you want to practice forgiveness now? Or five years from now? If you choose to wait five years, are you sure you want to carry that resentment with you for that much longer? Forgiveness often happens in layers. If you have a few more to go, join us! We'll help you peel some off!

We'll look at yoga terms like:
Ahimsa - non-harming
Abhyasa - practice
Vairagya - letting go

When: Sunday, February 12, 2012
8:30 a.m. All Levels class

Cost: This is a regular class - pay with your ten pack, year pass, or single class payment

• Gentle asana to open and prepare body/mind
• Kriyas to open chakras and relax the nerves
• Meditation

20 minutes of each segment to restore and recharge the system in preparation for the weekend's activities. This gentle yoga experience is suitable for all levels of students.

This is a four week series, focusing on the same kriya and meditation practice each time. By the end of the course, you will be comfortable enough with them to continue the practice at home.

When: 4 Saturdays, January 28, February 4, 11, and 18
12 - 1 p.m.

Cost: $15 per day, or use your ten pack or year pass

Yoga Bindu will host its second retreat at the beautiful Terranea Resort. Enjoy a day filled of yoga, meditation, healthy food, and spa.

Schedule:

All day long enjoy full access to the spa facilities (spa pool, fitness center, locker room, spa robe, steam room, sauna, whirlpool, private jacuzzi, indoor and private outdoor relaxation lounges). The spa is open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

When: Sunday, February 19, 2012

Cost: $140 per person, and includes all of the above. There are no additional fees for use of spa facilities or food. Any spa treatments that you would like to book are separate and available at a special discount. Payment for your retreat space can be paid in full or two separate payments of $70 each. First payment is due by January 5. Second payment is due by January 20.

For more information or if you have questions, contact Rosie at binduyogatoday@yahoo.com or Karen at karenrussocarranza@gmail.com.

Yoga Bindu is creating a way to donate money to St. Jude's Children's Hospital thrugh the energy from those who want to share. Here's how it works: The canvas with the OM symbol hanging at the far wall of the studio has a table below it with a box of rhinestones, glue, toothpicks, and a donation box. The intention is for one to say a prayer, a wish, an intention, or thought for whatever it is you want to put energy out to and then glue a rhinestone or two to the canvas within the OM symbol. The donation is whatever you want because it all makes a difference. When the whole interior of the OM is filled with rhinestones, the canvas will be given away in a drawing.

Spiritual Bathing is a centuries old art of moving the elements of your body to reconnect you with the energy between heaven and mother earth. It is a way to rid the body of a spiritual disease, unblock stagnant energy, increase awareness or clarity, and remove obstacles that block the paths in one's life.

Yoga Bindu is pleased to recommend Spiritual Bathing. For more information, or to book a bath, please go to www.SpiritualBathing.com.

The massage therapists and chiropractors at L.A. Harbor Health Group strive to help you cultivate wellness of your body, mind and spirit. L.A. Harbor Health Group offers a variety of services (including birth doula services) in a friendly, caring atmosphere.

Yoga Bindu is pleased to recommend L.A. Harbor Health Group. For more information, please go to www.LAHarborHealthGroup.com.